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Sahara One to launch ‘Ghar Ek Sapnaa’ on 15 Jan
MUMBAI: A bridegroom kidnapped for a marriage, a wedding held at gunpoint. That is the broad plotline of Ghar… Ek Sapnaa, Sahara One’s new show which launches 15 January at 10 pm.
Produced by Ajai Sinha of Astitva Ek Prem Kahani fame, the show is superseding Comedy Champions, which is currently airing in the 10 pm slot. The new show will have its task cut out considering the fact that it would be competing against Star Plus’ Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki, which has just got a makeover, Sony’s Bigg Boss and Zee TV’s Betiyaan Ghar Ki Laxmi.
Commenting about the show, Sahara One programming head Kalyan Sundaram said, “It’s a family show at an important slot. Though everyone has a space and audience, we are confident of our content. Since it’s a family drama it can’t be completely different from a family soap but the USP is the treatment and with someone like Ajai Sinha you can sure keep high expectations.”
The starcast of the show includes debutant Sayantani Ghosh as Kakul, Shammi, Alok Nath, Harsh Chhaya and Himani Shivpuri amongst others.
The plot of Ghar… Ek Sapnaa revolves around the lead protagonist Kakul, daughter of Om Shankar a politico-business magnate of Bihar. Kakul’s family consists of her father, her elder sister Trisha and her brother-in-law, Sujit.
At Kakul’s best friend Reena’s wedding, Samman, the bridegroom’s friend even though in a committed relationship with Vanshika, takes up a bet with his friends to flirt with Kakul and win her over. Unaware of the territory that he has treaded on, Samman promises undying love to Kakul who in turn falls in love with him almost immediately. Although Samman wants to break free from this situation, he is forced to marry Kakul and takes her home with him.
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Asianet Television Awards 2026 celebrates women power in Malayalam TV
“She is the Colour” theme honours icons as ceremony airs on March 14 and 15 at 7 PM.
MUMBAI: If television lights up living rooms, this year Asianet decided to let women provide the colour. The Asianet Television Awards 2026 turned the spotlight firmly on women empowerment with the theme “She is the Colour”, celebrating the strength, resilience and achievements of women who continue to shape society and the Malayalam entertainment industry.
The ceremony honoured several distinguished personalities whose journeys have left a lasting cultural imprint. Among them was legendary playback singer Vimala Varma, widely recognised as the first Malayalam playback singer. The evening also paid tribute to Padma Shri awardees Devaki Amma and Vimala Menon for their exceptional contributions in their respective fields.
Leading women from the Malayalam film industry were also recognised during the event, including actor Shweta Menon, who currently serves as president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists, and National Award winning actor Surabhi Lakshmi.
The awards ceremony brought together a glittering lineup of actors and industry figures, including Jayasurya, Vijay Babu, Asha Sarath, Lena, Esther Anil, Anumol, Akhila Bhargavan, Sarayu Mohan, Prajod Kalabhavan, Gayathri Suresh, Sabumon Abdusamad, Swasika, Tini Tom, Sijoy Varghese, Kailash, Veena Nandakumar, Sabareesh Varma, Ansiba Hassan and Dinesh Prabhakar. Kishan Kumar, executive vice president Malayalam at JioStar, was also present at the event.
Beyond individual recognitions, the awards celebrated excellence across Malayalam television, acknowledging artists and technicians whose work continues to drive the industry forward.
The evening also offered plenty of spectacle, with elaborate dance performances, stunt acts and comedy skits performed by popular television and film personalities, turning the ceremony into a full fledged entertainment showcase.
Viewers will get to watch the celebrations when the Asianet Television Awards 2026 air on Asianet on March 14 and 15, Saturday and Sunday, from 7 pm onwards, bringing the star studded tribute to homes across Kerala and beyond.
