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YKBK48 Entertainment (P) Ltd launches “DEL48” & “MUB48” the Indian Chapter of the Sensational Japanese concept, “AKB48”
MUMBAI: YKBK48 Entertainment Private Limited launches DEL48 and MUB48 in India, the sister groups of the Sensational Japanese Concept, AKB48 Group. Sensational Idols like Rannvijay Singh, Hina Khan, Sangram U Singh inaugurated the event at the Grand Hotel in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.
DEL48 will be operating from the capital New Delhi and will operate in the northern zone of the country, whereas MUB48 will focus on the entertainment capital of the country, Mumbai, and its surrounding regions, as projects for young girls across India who want to pursue their dreams. Registrations for DEL48 will be started first from 19th June, across north to select the final group of girls from thousands of entries aged between 12-20 years. An event to present the selected girls within this year is planned.
Speaking about the launch, YKBK 48 Entertainment’s CEO, Mr. Rohit Bakshi said, ‘India is a land of opportunities. Launching “DEL48” is a very exciting moment for us and for all the aspiring artists in India. For any nation to become prosperous, it must empower its women. A woman makes a home and empowering women is the way to the country’s development.
“DEL48” will be operating from the capital, New Delhi and will look after the northern zone of the country. It will act as a platform for young girls across India who wants to pursue their dreams of being an ‘artist’ and provide them exposure across platforms like theater, TV, and films. “DEL48” will guarantee exposure to the selected talents across various entertainment platforms.
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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.
