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bindass launches ‘Halla Bol’ to inspire youth to fight back
MUMBAI: Early this month, youth channel, bindass, came up with a brand campaign ‘B for Change’. This came in after almost three years after its ‘What I am’ campaign.
And taking its promise of “Enabler of Purposive Action” a step further, the channel has launched a latest show Halla Bol. The first show under the binadaas’ new brand campaign, Halla Bol, will showcase stories inspired by various real life instances and celebrates the victories of women who stood their ground to emerge as heroes.
“Halla Bol is a show with a significant change in narrative in the way women can fight real life crimes which are a part of any young woman’s everyday life. bindass’ shows such as Emotional Atyachaar and Yeh Hai Aashiqui have already established a bench mark when it comes to representing young change-makers from our every-day life. Today’s youth are the do generation, they are restless to act and that’s exactly what you will see in the show. We plan to extend the flavor of the ‘b for change’ campaign with ‘Halla Bol’. These are stories of women who’ve fought back for themselves and that’s what every young Indian should do”, says bindass director content Shalini Sethi.
The show will be hosted by popular television actor Karan Tacker, who will take the viewers through the hard-hitting stories and also provide a man’s perspective. “I am delighted to be a part of this show. ‘Halla Bol’ is an eye-opener for all the young people of our country, especially for men whose value system allows them to be unjust and for women who tolerate injustice in silence. This show, illustrates how a little strength and self-confidence goes a long way in bringing about meaningful change”, says the actor.
In its first episode bindass Halla Bol will showcase a blazing issue prevalent in the society – that of eve teasing. Every episode will have the female youth icon who will tell her tale, thus encouraging viewers to take purposive action. The episodes would conclude with the debunking of inane myths that surround women’s issues.
The show will go on air from today (28 February) at 7pm.
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.
