On Friday, February 9, director-producer Karan Johar took to his Instagram account to announce the much-anticipated release date of the upcoming Disney+ Hotstar series "Showtime." Accompanied by a behind-the-scenes video, Johar's post offered a sneak peek into the show's production, featuring lead actor Emraan Hashmi and other cast members.

The 50-second video provided glimpses of Hashmi, Mouni Roy, Mahima Makwana, and others in action, alongside the dedicated crew. It also teased audiences with snippets of scenes and dialogues from the series, igniting curiosity among viewers.

The highlight of the video was the long-awaited release date reveal: "Showtime" is set to premiere on Disney+ Hotstar on March 8, 2024!

Produced by Dharmatic Entertainment and created by Mihir Desai, "Showtime" promises to delve into the darker aspects of the Bollywood industry. Boasting a stellar ensemble cast including Rajeev Khandelwal, Shriya Saran, and Naseeruddin Shah, the series aims to uncover some of the entertainment industry's most closely guarded secrets.

The announcement of "Showtime" took place in September last year, with Karan Johar expressing his excitement in a press release, stating that the show would shine a light on the hidden truths of the Indian entertainment world.

Fans were treated to the first look of "Showtime" in December 2023, generating significant buzz and anticipation. Emraan Hashmi, leading the cast, returns to the OTT platform following his role in the acclaimed Netflix series "The Bard of Blood."