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Colors Kannada gets a mythic makeover for its 10th birthday
MUMBAI: Colors Kannada has turned ten – and it’s celebrating not with cake, but with culture. The channel has just rolled out a bold new visual identity that’s dripping with Karnataka’s rich heritage, from mythical birds to temple elephants and theatrical epics.
Commenting on the rebranding, a JioStar spokesperson said, “Colors Kannada has always belonged to the people of Karnataka and our new identity is an ode to that bond. As we step into a new decade, this reimagining reflects our pride in where we come from and our promise to stay rooted even as we evolve. It honours our shared cultural legacy and embraces the creative energy of the present.”
The revamp fuses tradition with a touch of 2025 swagger. Think vibrant colours, reimagined motifs, and on-air packaging that nods to the state’s soul while keeping things crisp and contemporary.
At the heart of this identity refresh are three powerful cultural totems:
● Gandabherunda, the legendary two-headed bird of the Mysore royal crest, stands tall for strength, vision, and legacy.
● The Elephant, echoing the pomp of Dasara’s Jumbo Savari and the stone sentinels of Hoysala temples, brings wisdom and grandeur.
● And Yakshagana, Karnataka’s own operatic powerhouse, injects the drama, rhythm, and colour of round-the-clock storytelling.
This isn’t just surface shine. Every frame and flourish in the new design speaks to the pulse of Karnataka — its myths, memory, and modern pride. It’s a love letter to the viewers who’ve stayed glued to its serials, shows, and spectacles for a decade.
For Colors Kannada, this isn’t just a rebrand — it’s a rebirth. One that doesn’t just look good on screen but feels right at home in the hearts of Kannadigas.
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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.
