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Artistes’ association felicitates TV actors
Four television artistes were among those from the film industry felicitated by the Cine and TV Artistes’ Association at its 43 rd annual general meeting held on Sunday.
Kanwaljeet Singh, best known for his portrayal of the promiscuous husband in Neena Gupta’s Saans and Bharat Kapoor who played the gentleman friend to Gupta in the same serial, were both awarded the CINTAA trophy for excellence in the field.Asha Sharma and Savita Bajaj, veterans of Indian television, were also felicitated on the occasion.
The association also honoured Asha Bhonsle for the Dadasaheb Phalke award conferred on her recently, and Lata Mangeshkar for being awarded the Bharat Ratna. Raveena Tandon, who won the best actress national award for ‘Daman’ and Anil Kapoor, who also won a national award for ‘Pukar’ were also felicitated.
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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.
