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Colors Tamil presents World Television Premiere of action thriller Kuruthi Aattam
Mumbai: Colors Tamil, Viacom18’s Tamil Entertainment channel, is all set to telecast the World Television Premiere of the action-packed revenge saga, Kuruthi Aattam, on Sunday, 19 February, 2023 at 2 PM.
The thriller, which has a mix of strong emotions, sentiments and fights, has Atharvaa, Priya Bhavani Shankar and Radhika Sarathkumar in the lead roles. Boasting of captivating background music, great kabaddi scenes, mass dialogues and strongly sketched characters, the movie makes for a nice family oriented commercial potboiler.
Written and directed by Sri Ganesh, with music by Yuvan Shankar Raja, the film has Radhika Sarathkumar playing the antagonist, along with Radha Ravi and the equally menacing Vatsan Chakravarthy. Vinod Saga, Kanna Ravi, Prakash Raghavan and Bala Hasan play the supporting cast.
The story revolves around a kabaddi player and a hospital attendant known as Shakthi, played by Atharvaa. He becomes friends with Muthu, the son of mafia kingpin Gandhimathi, after defending him in a scuffle. Muthu is murdered which sets the tone for the revenge story.
Commenting on the movie, Ganesh said, “We are delighted that Colors Tamil viewers will get to watch this cat and mouse chase which has all the elements of a complete family entertainer. The fast-paced narration and brilliant dialogues will be loved by viewers. Legendary actors, including Radhika SarathKumar and Radha Ravi, are also a big draw.”
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.
