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Mudra Videotec to produce shows for Gemini TV, Udaya TV and Sun TV
MUMBAI: And the southward expansion continues. In a bid to buttress its south market reach, Mudra Videotec will be producing shows for Udaya TV and Sun TV is in the pipeline. That in addition to two primetime dailies and one weekly on Gemini programmes.
Production house that has had a successful partnership with the pubcaster Doordarshan, has commissioned Vista Vision to produce two dailies for Gemini TV. Vista Vision- the maker of Gemini TV and Sun TV will be producing Manchi Manasulu and Kshanam Kshanam Bhayam Bhayam.
Manchi… a mega family-drama revolving around two women is scheduled to premiere on 26 June, from Monday -Friday at 9 pm. The daily soap is directed by S V Solairaja, who has also directed popular Gemini shows like Athamma and Ammakosam.
While Kshanam…, a horror-suspense-thriller with the special effects will debut on the channel from 31 May. Directed by Balki Asaithambi, the daily will air from Monday to Friday at 10:30 PM
The episodic drama begins with story Yakshi, which revolves around goddess Sri Kanaka Durga. The next programme for Gemini is Sreenivasa Leelalu, a weekly. It is based on the ‘leelas’ of Lord Venkateswara.
The production house has had a long-term association with Doordarshan and its advertisers through top slotted serials like Shayad Tum, Chori Chori Chupke Chupke and Mere Humsafar.
Currently it is producing two weekly prime time shows for DD and also a kid’s programme.
Some of Mudra Videotec’s notable successes on DD have been programs like Buniyad, Udaan, Rajani, Manoranjan, Ados Pados and sponsored telefilms.
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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.
