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This Holi, Zee Biskope celebrates with entertainment of all hues
MUMBAI: Zee Biskope is all set to raise the bar this Holi, also celebrated as Faguaa across the regions of Bihar, Jharkhand and Purvanchal, with entertainment of all hues and colours. Right from the morning band till evening prime time, Holi celebrations will carry on all week and culminate with the world television premiere of Shubh Vivah on 28 March at 6 pm.
The merriment will begin in the morning with a devotional Holi special song property Awadh Me Udele Gulal, followed by a fun-entertainment led Holi special Fagua Beats – Jogi Ra Sa Ra RaRa that will rev up your mood through groovy Holi songs. Starting 23 March till 26 March, the channel will also telecast Holi special episodes of its comedy show Hasi Ke Rail Chhut Na Jaye at 9 pm.
Adding to this special offering, Zee Biskope brings ‘Hasi Thitoli – Happy Holi’ – a week filled with fun and entertaining movies that depict the key elements of the festival like colour, joy, comedy and some light-hearted banter between friends. The week of Holi will start on 22 March with the film Nirahua Hindustani 3, that features Nirahua aka Dinesh Lal Yadav and Amrapali Dubey. It will be followed by Dabang Sarkar, featuring Khesari Lal Yadav and Aakanksha Awasthi in prominent roles, on 23 March. Featuring Amrapali Dubey and Manoj Tiger in the lead roles, Lagal Raha Batasha will be the next offering in the pipeline to be telecast on 24 March. Up next, 25 March will be dedicated to the movie Nirahua Satal Rahe which stars superhit jodi of Nirahua and Amrapali Dubey. Audience will be delighted with Dulhin Ganga Paar Ke, a Khesari Lal Yadav and Kajal Raghwani starrer, on 26 March and Ghoonghat Mein Ghotala, starring Pravesh Lal Yadav, Mani Bhattacharya, and Richa Dixit, on 27 March. Making for a very eventful evening with the family, each of these movies will be telecasted on prime time at 6 om time-band.
The highlight of this week-long grand Holi celebration will be the world television premiere of the ShubhVivah starring Pramod Premi and Chandni Singh. A special appearance by Amrapali Dubey and Anjana Singh in the feature film will further elevate the entertainment quotient. With a strong story line, the movie is filled with some fun moments, interesting dialogues, action, drama and some energetic dance numbers that is sure to make viewers tap their feet.
ZeeL cluster head east Samrat Ghosh said, “The magnanimity that this festival holds amongst people in the region who celebrates it amidst much pomp and gusto is astonishing. We have always strived to be a people’s brand and establish an affinity with the brand. Our Faguaa offering will not only expand our reach but also present a wide array of properties for advertisers to choose from and connect with our audience during festivities.”
Zee Biskope & Big Ganga business head Amarpreet Singh Saini said, “As a brand, we keep our audience at its core and curate a host of innovative and festive offerings keeping their topical preferences in mind. As the region sets in the mood of Faguaa, our brand will rejoice their merriment with a host of colourful movies, a WTP and a two hour special comedy show. We hope this specially curated entertainment dose will multiply the celebration for our viewers and elevate the family viewing experience.”
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.
