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Zee launches Gujarati channel in UK
MUMBAI: Zee Network has launched its fifth channel in the UK. The Gujarati channel, catering to the sizable Gujarati community in the UK, will be free to air for a period of time.
“We are delighted to be launching ‘Zee Gujarati’ in the UK. After Zee TV, Zee Music and Zee Cinema and Alpha Etc Punjabi, the launch of Zee Gujarati epitomises our commitment to our viewers in UK to provide the very best in South Asian entertainment,” said Zee Network Europe deputy country head Govind Shahi.
Zee’s subscriber base in the UK comprises 166,000 households and the overall international revenue has seen an increase of 44 per cent. The new channel will become the second regional language channel to be added as part of Zee TV’s European operations since the launch of Zee Punjabi in August 2002.
An official release claimed that Zee Gujarati has already gained a loyal audience in India and is the most popular Gujarati channel since its launch five years ago. Speaking about the programming, the release said, “Zee Gujarati showcases judicious news and festival-centric programmes like Navaratri, mix of classic and contemporary programming, including current affairs, news, talk shows, serials, movies and much more.”
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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.
