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Colors Bangla constantly focused on enjoyable yet inspiring content, says Rahul Chakravarti
MUMBAI: Colors Bangla is returning with another explosive season of Pran Litchi Drink presents Bindass Dance Season 2 powered by Shyam Steel.
Bindass Dance has scoured every corner of the state and auditioned over 2500 aspiring dancers before handpicking the top 25 contestants. These talented dancers little patakas will get an opportunity to flaunt their skill before a celebrated panel of judges – Sayantika, Raj Chakraborty and Baba Yadav.
Hosted by Sourav Das, Bindass Dance season 2 will enliven your television screens starting 2 September, 2017, every Saturday and Sunday at 9:00pm.
Colors Bangla and Colors Odia business head Rahul Chakravarti said, “We are constantly focused on creating content that is not only enjoyable but also inspiring. Presenting a platform for these spunky and spirited kids, we hope to nurture their talent and hone their skills just as professionals.”
Yadav brings his showmanship to the show. He said, “I have had an incredible time on the show.”
Sayantika said: “I thoroughly enjoyed being part of the first season, I cannot wait for the journey of Bindass Dance season 2 to begin.”
Director-producer Raj Chakraborty added, “These kids are a powerhouse of talent and with the right direction, they are proving to be potential superstars.”
Bringing the house down with his trademark one-liners and punch lines, Sourav Das makes for the perfect host.
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.
