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‘Fair & Lovely Shikhar’ kickstarts on Sony on 28 August
MUMBAI: Sony will be showcasing India’s most celebrated women on Fair & Lovely Shikhar, which will be aired on 28 August at 12.30 pm.
An initiative by Fair & Lovely, the programme delves into the lives of amazing women achievers who have overcome all obstacles with their strong will and positive attitude and changed their destinies.
Fair & Lovely Shikhar, also marks the debut of Pooja Ghai Rawal (Rhea of Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahi fame) as a television hostess.
The show will trace inspiring stories of women who may not have got the best start to their lives but through sheer grit and determination have achieved great heights that no one thought possible. Not only the guests but the hostess will also inspire the viewers and help them pursue their dreams.
The first episode showcases choreographer Saroj Khan’s journey from the partition days in Pakistan, her struggle for a living in India, to becoming one of the most well known Bollywood personalities.
Air Marshall Padmavati Bandhopadhyay, lawyer-activist Flavia Agnes and Sewa founder Runa Banerjee are some of the women who will also be featured on Fair & Lovely Shikhar.
Hindustan Lever Limited vice president (skin) Ashok Venkatramini said, “Fair & Lovely Shikhar is a salute to all the women who have, despite all odds, with their courage and determination achieved great heights, pursued their dreams to change their destinies. All the guests showcased in the serial are the face and spirit of Indian women. With Fair & Lovely Shikhar, we want to inspire the viewers to realise their dreams and ambitions and follow them to attain success.”
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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.
