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Swaroop Banerjee to head Zee Entertainment’s Live business
Mumbai, September 25, 2018: Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL), a leading media & entertainment powerhouse, today announced the appointment of Mr. Swaroop Banerjee as the Chief Operating Officer – Zee Live.
In his new role, Swaroop will be responsible for the overall functioning of Zee Live, and will report to ZEEL MD & CEO, Mr. Punit Goenka.
Swaroop comes with over 16 years of experience in the integrated revenue models spanning across genres and has closely worked with teams in over 7 nations to constantly innovate the evolving culture dynamics in revenue generation platforms within the M&E space. Swaroop has managed revenue capabilities for new media digital content for platforms and brands in music, effectively creating IPR for Music, Lifestyle & Sports.
Previously, he has worked with Laqshya Media House, Viacom18, Star, MTV Asia, Zapak and Wizcraft.
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Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
