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Colors Bangla to telecast Joy Filmfare Awards Bangla 2020
New Delhi: Colors Bangla is all set to telecast the fourth edition of the Joy Filmfare Awards Bangla 2020 on the channel at 6 pm on 9 May. The event will also be simulcasted live on Filmfare’s Facebook page.
The star-studded awards ceremony was held at The Westin, Kolkata on 3 March, and was filled with glitz and panache as popular names from the Bengali film industry walked the red carpet. A host of celebrities including Anirban Bhattacharya, Aparajita Adhya, Kharaj Mukherjee, Madhumita Sarcar, and Ash King attended the event.
“We are proud to have hosted an award ceremony that matches up to the sheer grandeur of the Bengali Film Industry that continues to make waves every passing year,” said Worldwide Media CEO Deepak Lamba, highlighting that Bengali movies have made their mark in the world of cinema through cults films and classics which have been recognised globally. “From Ray’s masterpieces to some amazing contemporary narratives by the current generation of filmmakers and artists, this film industry has proven its credibility year after year. And it’s a great feeling to bring back the coveted black lady to honour such brilliant performances and work produced by this talented bunch,” he added.
Apart from several celebrity performances, the telecast will include exclusive video-on-demand engaging content including the red-carpet action and behind-the-stage fun performance rehearsals.
Speaking on the long-term association with Filmfare, Colors Bangla business head Sagnik Ghosh said, “Colors Bangla enjoys the reputation of being home to the best of entertainment, visual extravaganza and as a channel, we continue to entertain our audiences through various programs. Filmfare Awards Bangla 2020 has the iconic pedigree of Filmfare and we are proud to be associated with it as the Broadcast partner of choice. This year has been hit badly by Covid and we are happy to bring in some fun and enjoyment for the audiences.”
Joy Personal Care was the title sponsor of the fourth edition of Joy Filmfare Awards Bangla 2020. The event was powered by Shyam Steel TMT REBAR, in association with Berger Silk BreatheEasy and Vimal Elaichi. Facebook and Instagram were the global digital partners and Colors Bangla was the exclusive telecast partner.
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.
