[1] Produced by Ramoji Rao under the Usha Kiran Movies banner, the series premiered on 24 January 1997, and aired on ETV every Friday, with episodes having a runtime of approximately 20 to 24 minutes.

[1] Set in the middle-class colony of Ananda Nilayam, humorously referred to as "Popula Pette" by outsiders, the series revolves around the lives of several eccentric families navigating everyday challenges with humour.

[1] The series is set in Ananda Nilayam, a middle-class colony populated by diverse families, humorously referred to as "Popula Pette" (spice box) by outsiders, symbolizing the variety of its residents.

Popula Pette marked the television directorial debut of Jandhyala, a prominent filmmaker known for his family-oriented comedies in Telugu cinema.

[1] The series depicted the everyday lives and challenges of middle-class families, exploring domestic issues, relationships, and personal struggles through comedy and subtle satire.

[1] Although it concluded after a year due to unforeseen circumstances, the series is regarded as a notable Telugu television comedy and is considered an influence on later shows like Amrutham.