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Colors Tamil launches new show to spruce up its primetime line-up
Mumbai: Tamil Nadu’s youngest GEC, Colors Tamil, on Wednesday announced the launch of its much-anticipated fiction show, “Abhi Tailor”, starting from 19 July. The channel strengthens its primetime line-up with the launch of this new show.
The show, produced by Media Mogul, is set to bring to life the stories and struggles of small-time women entrepreneurs. It follows the story of a young, vibrant Abirami (essayed by Reshma Muralidharan), a small-town tailor. Responsible for an alcoholic father Sundaramoorthy (Badava Gopi) and sibling Anandhi (Jayashri), Abhi’s life is devoted to building her small shop. Life takes an unexpected turn as a corporate honcho, Ashok (Madhan Pandian) sets foot into the town with a factory and soon comes head to head in battle with Abhi. The story is set to further discover a trail of drama and love between Abhi and Ashok.
“Our fiction shows have paved the way for changing trends in the way women protagonists are showcased and we have always brought to life real, hard-hitting stories with a gripping storyline,” said Colors Tamil business head Anup Chandrasekharan. “In line with our promise, today we add yet another striking fiction show that is set to break barriers and set new benchmarks. We are confident that Abhi will become an instant household name and the show will be well received by Tamil speaking audience across the globe.”
“Abhi Tailor is a project close to my heart and I am happy to be presenting this in association with a leading channel like Colors Tamil,” said the show’s director Basheer. “The channel, since its entry, has changed the narration of women-centric stories by offering a refreshing, realistic perspective. I am excited for the viewers to join the journey of Abhi, a young woman who is set to take on the corporate giant with girt and courage. I am confident that Abhi and her story will inspire many young women entrepreneurs and they will certainly develop a sense of sisterhood with the character.”
“Abhi Tailor” will air Monday to Saturday at 10 pm only on Colors Tamil. The channel is available on all leading cable networks and DTH platforms.
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.
