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Colors Marathi launches three shows during afternoon time band
Mumbai: Colors Marathi announced the introduction of three new shows to its programming line-up in the afternoon time band starting from 27 June. The channel will telecast the show Padmavati at 12 pm followed by Geeta at 12.30 pm. It will also telecast a cookery show called Lajjat Maharashtrachi between 2.30 pm to 3.30 pm.
Lajjat Maharashtrachi which will be hosted by Varun Inamdar, mentor-guest chef on Master Chef India. This show will bring together different cuisines to the new culinary world for the masses. It will feature guests including celebrities and food bloggers.
“This is the first time we are introducing the afternoon slot in our channel,” said Colors Marathi business head Aniket Joshi. “The afternoon band is the me time for many viewers and we believe that introducing this shows are the best method to make further inroads into our viewers’ homes. We are glad that we are bringing best of content from our network channel in our own language and we only hope that the audience will love the stories.”
“Our goal is to make compelling content available to consumers across all parts of the day,” said Colors Marathi programming head Viraj Raje. “There is a sizeable television viewing audience in the afternoon. Our aim is to present the audience with a gamut of shows portraying various emotions. In the afternoon, usually most of the woman in the family retire and have few moments to herself and the cookery show is a perfect one for them. We hope that the shows with their varied backgrounds will be liked by the audience and they will develop a habit of watching in the afternoon through this shows.”
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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.
