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Star Bharat refreshes its brand identity with new logo and slogan ’Dil Deke Dekho Zara’
Mumbai: Star Bharat unveiled a refreshed brand identity, with the tagline – ‘Dil Deke Dekho Zara’ to reflect the channel’s evolution. The channel also developed a new anthem that brings alive the new brand proposition. The new brand identity represents the emotion of following one’s heart, and aims to encourage viewers to fall in love and express themselves.
The channel also announced the launch of two new shows: Na Umra Ki Seema Ho, a unique love story of pure love that transcends all boundaries of age and social background and Ajooni, a beautiful love story between two drastically opposite people and their journey of falling in love.
These two compelling stories will strike a chord with the audience and examine the evolution of romantic relationships in modern-day India, from rural to major cities.
The new line-up of content will cater to every part of India and feature shows that will reinforce the brand promise.
The channel welcomes this change by positioning it as a one-stop destination for content themed around romance. The refreshed identity will reflect in its programming bringing to light stories of love and romance keeping universal relationships at the forefront.
The channel spokesperson said, “Star Bharat is at a juncture where it needs to reinvent and bring forth refreshed look and feel combined with renewed programming. Romance is a universal language and cuts across age, gender, culture and we are happy to progress in this space. We intend to make television viewing a cohesive experience for our viewers. With the new brand promise we will continue to offer compelling content and create characters and formats that resonate with the masses.”
Star Bharat’s programming celebrates the many facets of growing India, and the channel’s revamp is a celebration of love and connection. Reflecting the new thought, the programming is built from existing shows like Radha Krishn, Gud Se Meetha Ishq, Woh Toh Hai Albelaa to the recently launched Swayamvar Mika Di Vohti, Channa Mereya and Bohot Pyar Karte Hai, all of which emphasise on love and romance.
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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.
