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Close KBC web game hits 4.3 million plays in three months
MUMBAI: Kaun Banega Crorepati’s digital punch ‘KBC Web Game’ has emerged as one of the most popular games. The game that allowed online gamers to test their speed and accuracy on the hot seat has emerged as a big hit witnessing 4.3 million game plays since its launch, three months ago. The web game is packed with a host of rich and immersive video content, exciting features and real-like gaming experience.
The web game allows users to test their speed and accuracy by playing the game online; users can win iPads, gift vouchers and get to watch the show live on the set. The feature allows the users to get a close-to-real experience like the ‘Hot Seat Contestant’ – they can use all lifelines, score points and grow up the money tree.
It is hosted on the KBCSony.com website. The web game has been played 40 lakh times in the past three months. The website comes with the easy to navigate interface that adapts to multiple screens and displays. Viewers can also experience exciting features and play interactive quizzes, contests and games, all on one single digital platform.
That apart, several other games like ‘Globe Quiz’ and ‘Insta Hot Seat’ were also created for KBC fans.
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Asianet Television Awards 2026 celebrates women power in Malayalam TV
“She is the Colour” theme honours icons as ceremony airs on March 14 and 15 at 7 PM.
MUMBAI: If television lights up living rooms, this year Asianet decided to let women provide the colour. The Asianet Television Awards 2026 turned the spotlight firmly on women empowerment with the theme “She is the Colour”, celebrating the strength, resilience and achievements of women who continue to shape society and the Malayalam entertainment industry.
The ceremony honoured several distinguished personalities whose journeys have left a lasting cultural imprint. Among them was legendary playback singer Vimala Varma, widely recognised as the first Malayalam playback singer. The evening also paid tribute to Padma Shri awardees Devaki Amma and Vimala Menon for their exceptional contributions in their respective fields.
Leading women from the Malayalam film industry were also recognised during the event, including actor Shweta Menon, who currently serves as president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists, and National Award winning actor Surabhi Lakshmi.
The awards ceremony brought together a glittering lineup of actors and industry figures, including Jayasurya, Vijay Babu, Asha Sarath, Lena, Esther Anil, Anumol, Akhila Bhargavan, Sarayu Mohan, Prajod Kalabhavan, Gayathri Suresh, Sabumon Abdusamad, Swasika, Tini Tom, Sijoy Varghese, Kailash, Veena Nandakumar, Sabareesh Varma, Ansiba Hassan and Dinesh Prabhakar. Kishan Kumar, executive vice president Malayalam at JioStar, was also present at the event.
Beyond individual recognitions, the awards celebrated excellence across Malayalam television, acknowledging artists and technicians whose work continues to drive the industry forward.
The evening also offered plenty of spectacle, with elaborate dance performances, stunt acts and comedy skits performed by popular television and film personalities, turning the ceremony into a full fledged entertainment showcase.
Viewers will get to watch the celebrations when the Asianet Television Awards 2026 air on Asianet on March 14 and 15, Saturday and Sunday, from 7 pm onwards, bringing the star studded tribute to homes across Kerala and beyond.
