GECs
Zee Anmol gets into original programming
MUMBAI: The free-to-air (FTA) general entertainment channel (GEC) – Zee Anmol, which until now aired some of the hit shows from its sister channel Zee TV, has now made its original programming debut.
The channel’s new show Vim Grihani No. 1, premiered on 10 April and will be aired every Friday at 6:30 pm.
“In a short while, Zee Anmol has challenged other players in the FTA genre to build a legacy of entertainment and emerge as a strong brand on television. It has touched people’s hearts through real and genuine emotions depicted in some of the best shows that Indian television has ever seen. With our first original production, Grihani No 1, Zee Anmol salutes every grihani (housewife) in India. They have been pillars of support to everyone around them. It is an exciting show that felicitates the woman of the house by making her feel special and acknowledging her selfless contribution towards her home,” said Zee TV & FTA cluster head marketing Sorbojeet Chatterjee.
Hosted by actor Ajay Singh Chaudhary, Vim Grihani No. 1 is an engagement led series revolving around one family in India in each episode. The search for Grihani No. 1 was conducted in many cities and towns in India including Deolali and Dhule in Maharashtra, Itarsi, Bhopal and Habibganj in Madhya Pradesh and Kanpur, Lucknow and Rai Bareli in Uttar Pradesh, amongst others.
Viewers also get an opportunity to invite Zee Anmol to their homes to felicitate their own Grihani No. 1. Every episode has the host interacting with the homemaker and her family members where they talk about her life, her dreams and ambitions. This will be followed by one minute games and quizzes related to the family.
The current lineup of programmes on the channel includes fiction and non-fiction properties from Zee TV, movies and kids’ content.
GECs
Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
