Zee Entertainment bets on digital growth, ZEE5 turns profitable in FY26

The platform reported 53% year-on-year revenue growth in FY26

by e4m Staff
Published: May 19, 2026 7:00 PM | 1 min read

Zee Entertainment Enterprises reported growth in its digital business and an increase in television network share during its Q4 FY26 earnings call.
ZEE5 achieved break-even and profitability for the second consecutive quarter, with a year-on-year revenue growth of 53% in FY26.
The company's linear television network share rose by 80 basis points to 17.4%, with Zee TV maintaining its leadership in prime-time viewing.
Zee's board approved a dividend of Rs 2 per equity share and announced a strategic investment in PhantomFX to enhance capabilities in the AVGC segment.

Zee Entertainment Enterprises reported growth in its digital business and a rise in television network share, according to highlights from its Q4 FY26 earnings and investor call.

ZEE5 has achieved break-even and reported profitability for the second consecutive quarter, with revenue growth of 53% year-on-year in FY26. In linear television, Zee’s network share rose by 80 basis points to 17.4%, while its flagship Hindi general entertainment channel Zee TV strengthened its leadership in prime-time viewing.

The company also said it now reaches over 800 million viewers each month through its omni-channel approach, spanning digital and linear platforms.

The board has approved a dividend of Rs 2 per equity share.

Speaking during the investor call, CEO Punit Goenka said the company’s strategy has focused on “judicious, long-term investments” to support sustainable growth.

The company also outlined steps to build a more integrated monetisation model, including strengthening its advertising sales structure to tap new revenue streams.

Separately, Zee announced a strategic investment in visual effects and animation firm PhantomFX, aimed at expanding its capabilities in the AVGC segment.