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22 Indian programmes shortlisted for Asian TV Awards 2013
NEW DELHI: 22 nominations have been shortlisted from India for the Asian Television Awards 2013. Of this, a majority are a part of TV18 group and NDTV bouquet.
The event will be organised by the publication ‘Television Asia Plus’ at Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa, Compass Ballroom on 5 December.
A total of 238 entries spanning 12 countries have made the cut to compete for glory at the 18th annual presentation of the region’s most prestigious industry awards.
Leading the pack, with multiple nominations across several categories are Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific, FOX International Channels and MediaCorp.
Karan Thapar and Cyrus Broacha are among the presenters who have made it to the nominations.
The Indian entries are:
BEST DOCUMENTARY PROGRAMME (ONE-OFF/ SPECIAL)
Everest: Indian Army Women’s Expedition
Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific
Discovery Channel
Singapore
Produced by Robin Roy Films
Access 360° World Heritage: Taj Mahal
FOX International Channels Asia
National Geographic Channel
Hong Kong
Produced by Infocus Asia
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMME
Mystery Hunters (India Version)
Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific
Discovery Kids
Singapore
Produced by BBC Worldwide Media
Bhoot Raja aur Ronnie
Turner International India
C08, POGO
Produced by Fireworks Productions
BEST SINGLE NEWS STORY/REPORT (10MINS OR LESS)
Medical Education for Sale
TV18 Broadcast
CNN-IBN
Right To Be Heard You Matter show – With Nafisa Ali
TV Today Network
Headlines Today
BEST COMEDY PROGRAMME
The Week That Wasn’t
TV 18 Broadcast
CNN-IBN
BEST GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMME
India’s Got Talent Season 4
Fremantle India Television Productions
Viacom 18, Colors
BEST GAME OR QUIZ PROGRAMME
Disney Q Family Mastermind
BBC Worldwide Productions India
Disney India, Disney Channel
BEST REALITY SHOW
What Not to Wear (India Version)
Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific
TLC
Singapore
Produced by BBC Worldwide Media
Mission Covershot
NGC Network (India)
National Geographic Channel
Produced by FremantleMedia India
BEST INFOTAINMENT PROGRAMME
Bollywood@100
A+E Networks | TV18
History TV 18
BEST TALK SHOW
The Big Fight
New Delhi Television
NDTV 24X7
We The People: Every Woman’s Battle (Cinema: A Culture of Misogyny?)
New Delhi Television
NDTV 24X7
We The People: Rape: Our National Shame
New Delhi Television
NDTV 24X7
BEST ADAPTATION OF AN EXISTING FORMAT
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa – Dancing with the Stars
BBC Worldwide Productions India
Viacom 18 Media, Colors
BEST CROSS-PLATFORM CONTENT
The Citizen Journalist Show
TV 18 Broadcast
CNN-IBN
BEST CURRENT AFFAIRS PRESENTER BEST CURRENT AFFAIRS PRESENTER
Karan Thapar
Devil’s Advocate
TV 18 Broadcast
CNN-IBN
BEST SPORTS PRESENTER/COMMENTATOR
Gaurav Kalra
Go for Glory
TV 18 Broadcast
CNN-IBN
BEST COMEDY PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR/ ACTRESS
Cyrus Broacha
The Week That Wasn’t
TV 18 Broadcast
CNN-IBN
Best Cinematography
Appurva N. Sinnarkar
Style In The City
NGC Network (India)
FOX Traveller
Produced by Wizcraft International Entertainment
Nihki Tandon & Varun Dutt
Life Mein Ek Baar – When Angels Dare
NGC Network (India)
FOX Traveller
Produced by Endemol India
GECs
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.
