Lionsgate Play's 'Minus One: New Chapter' to start streaming from Valentine's Day

Mumbai: Lionsgate Play on Wednesday announced that the new chapter of its India original "Minus One: New Chapter" will start streaming on the platform from February 14.

Themed around how 'forever isn't always', the six episode series is returning for a follow up season with its characters of Varun and Ria, played by Ayush Mehra and Aisha Ahmed.

Though 'Minus One: New Chapter' picks up where the first season in 2019 left off, this time, the show directed by Shubham Yogi will take the audience through two timelines of a relationship that will speak to them at a deeper level, according to a release.

Produced by Writeous Studios and created by Sidhantha Mathur and Shubham Yogi, this series is commissioned by Lionsgate India.

"Minus One: New Chapter" joins other Lionsgate Play shows such as "Hiccups and Hookups", "Jugaadistan", and "Feels Like Home".

“Minus One: New Chapter for Lionsgate Play is a beautiful clutter breaker. Amongst all the world-class action and thrills on the platform – this series is our homage to a classic love story and how love and relationships have a humongous impact in shaping our lives and personalities.

"It’s our endeavour that the series reminds everyone what a privilege falling in love is, for however long it lasts. Shubham, Sidhanta and Tajdar along with the amazing Aisha Ahmed and Ayush Mehra have worked very hard to create a series that will truly surprise you," Mrinalini Khanna, VP, Originals, Lionsgate said.

Mehra said they have put their hearts and souls into making the show.

"It’s so much more than just a story, there's a whirlwind of emotions, twists and depths. It's a character I've never played before. It took a lot of prep to get into the skin & physique of Varun (character). He will always be a part of me." Ahmed who returns as Ria said, “I have been overwhelmed by the appreciation the show has received so far. This time the chemistry between Varun and Ria is unconventional, they have evolved and so have their bonds which will be interesting to watch on screen." Director Yogi said the new season aims to bring closure to fan favourite characters, their emotions and how it affects their lives.

"We’re hoping to challenge the different concepts of mainstream relationships that are relatable to everyone. Ayush and Aisha have done such a fantastic job yet and it was a pleasure to work with a platform like Lionsgate Play that understands the nuances of a young audience. We really hope that Minus One: New Chapter will capture the audiences’ hearts," he said.