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‘Promax India Regional Awards 2023’ celebrates the best in regional entertainment.
Mumbai: The realm of regional entertainment has been making waves, attracting viewers from across borders and languages. Recognising this trend, Promax India recently hosted the third edition of the ‘Promax India Regional Awards 2023’ on 20 April. The event aimed to dive into the evolution of regional markets while also recognising the best in regional entertainment.
The event was virtually hosted by the charming and witty host of India’s first LGBTQIA radio show RJ Kabir of RED FM and was live-streamed on Promax India’s official facebook page. The competition was fierce, with over 120 jurors judging 39 categories, and the winners were well-deserving.
Sony Pictures Networks India has emerged as the biggest winner of the night, taking home (Sony Sports Network with six gold and three silver, Sony Marathi with five gold and three silver and Sony LIV with four gold and three silver) followed by Shemaroo Entertainment with nine gold and three Silver, Disney Star with three gold and six silver, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises – ZEE Marathi with three Gold and six silvers and Viacom18 Media with two gold and six silver.
Commenting on the occasion, Promax Asia conference director Andy Chua said, “We are thrilled to see the growing popularity and development of regional entertainment in India. This year’s entries represent the amazing talent in the industry in terms of quality and diversity. Promax India is honoured to be the platform that acknowledges and celebrates outstanding talent.”
The event was a celebration of the best in regional entertainment, and the winners showcased creativity and innovation in the industry. The event’s popularity has skyrocketed in the three years since its inception, and the event has seen a massive increase in participants. Promax India looks forward to supporting and recognising talent in the regional entertainment industry in the future.
Promax India Regional Award winners now advance to compete at the national level, the Promax India Awards. The Promax India conference and awards show are set to take place in Mumbai on 24 and 25 August.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
