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Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment returns on Colours TV and JioCinema
MUMBAI: Clear your schedules and grab your binge food because Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment is back to tickle your funny bone and tantalise your taste buds!
After a wildly successful run last year, Colors TV’s fan-favourite comedy-cooking show returns on 25 January 2025 with a fresh lineup, uproarious humour, and, of course, sizzling culinary chaos.
What makes this show so irresistible? It’s the perfect recipe: comedy that has audiences rolling, culinary challenges that inspire, and celebrities who turn up the heat. It’s not just a cooking show; it’s a full-course entertainment meal! But don’t just take our word for it—13 brands that rode the gravy train last season can vouch for its massive family-friendly appeal.
What’s cooking this season? You loved it last year, and now it’s back with even more spice! Returning hosts Bharti Singh (comedy queen extraordinaire) and celebrity chef Harpal Singh Sokhi promise to make every moment in the kitchen hilariously chaotic. Bharti’s impeccable comic timing and Harpal’s culinary expertise are a match made in television heaven.
This season also brings an exciting mix of returning contestants—Ankita Lokhande, Rahul Vaidya, and Sudesh Lehri—and new celebrity faces like Abdu Rozik, Elvish Yadav, Rubina Dilaik, and Mannara Chopra. Who will chop their way to the top, and who will crack under pressure? The knives (and jokes) are out!
Let’s talk numbers: last season was a hit not just with audiences but also with advertisers. Brands cashed in on clever integrations like branded culinary challenges, on-screen product placements, and host mentions. This season, with its expanded digital reach on Colors TV and JioCinema, offers even more opportunities for creative sponsorships. Are you ready to whip up some brand magic in this flavour-packed kitchen?
Still debating whether to add this show to your watchlist? Here’s why Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment is a must-watch:
. Bite-Sized Comedy: Perfect for family viewing after a long day—short, hilarious segments packed with drama and flavour.
. Celebrity Showdowns: Want to see your favourite stars struggle to make an omelette? This is your chance!
. Wholesome Vibes: Comedy that even grandma will approve of—no cringe, just hearty laughs.
. Deliciously Relatable: Culinary fails, kitchen chaos, and dramatic meltdowns—sound like your last dinner prep?
Bharti Singh! Enough said.
The laughter begins on 25 January 2025, exclusively on Colors TV and JioCinema. Whether you’re a foodie, a comedy lover, or just here for Bharti’s zingers, this season promises to be the perfect blend of fun and food.
Who’s ready to laugh until their stomach hurts—and not from hunger?
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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.
