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Max Stardust Awards on 18 February
Mumbai: ‘Stardust’ magazine along with Sony’s Hindi movie channel MAX will host the ‘Max Stardust Awards’ on 18 February at the Bandra Kurla Complex.
The ‘MAX Stardust Awards’ are said to be aimed at ‘generation next’ wave of actors. The awards will promote and encourage new talent. An official release categorically states that over-exposed and established stars do not qualify for nomination in the ‘MAX Stardust Awards’.
Only young talent and films that have made an impact in 2006 have been nominated for the ‘ MAX Stardust Awards’. The idea is to showcase and recognize the fresh, new faces who will emerge as the superstars of tomorrow.
MAX Business Head Sneha Rajani said, “MAX has always brought its viewers some of the most glamorous, high-energy entertainment events from the world of Movies. The high voltage MAX Stardust Awards which showcases the best of Bollywood is part of this tradition and has always been appreciated and loved by our viewers in the past. This year too we plan to bring to our viewers a truly spectacular experience.”
The function will be compact, exclusive and totally television-oriented with limited seating capacity.
MAX will telecast the Kenstar MAX Stardust Awards on Saturday, 3 March at 9.00 pm.
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.
