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Sab and Toy-Kraft launch Baalveer board game
MUMBAI: To celebrate the completion of Baalveer, a fantasy drama set against the mystical worlds of fairies and evil Paris, Sab in association with Toy-Kraft have launched a ‘Baalveer and the Evils of Bhayankar Pari’ board game.
Post the success of their first venture SABurbia.com board game, the two plan to bring kids one-step closer to the world of the child superhero. Sharmilee Raj, Lavina Tandon, Dev Joshi, Aditi Sajwan and Shreedhar from Balveer at the launch of Balveer and the evils of Bhayankar Pari board game
On the new initiative, Sab EVP and business head Anooj Kapoor stated, “With Baalveer board game, we provide a unique opportunity for the consumers to engage with the brand and its most popular characters. We are glad to partner with Toy Kraft and I’m sure this experience will create lasting memories for children”.
Adding to it, Toy-Kraft director Dr. Shyam Makhija said, “By releasing the new board game – Baalveer, Toy-Kraft and SAB TV have now forged a stronger link into this licensing foray after the success of the first release – SABurbia.com. This has been a joint action all the way and the complementary synergies of both the companies have been very well exploited. The company is very bullish on the future prospects as more licensed ventures are being explored with SAB besides board games. So far Toy Kraft has released 13 IP based games which is a record of sorts.”
Baalveer Board game was unveiled at ‘Kids India’s’ toy exhibition by Anooj Kapoor, Shyam Makhija, and the entire starcast of the show.
‘Baalveer and the Evils of Bhayankar Pari’ priced at Rs 549 will be available in 42 major cities in leading stores. Moreover, on-ground activations will also be carried out in leading malls to generate curiosity and buzz around the product.
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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.
