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Colors to telecast new fiction show ‘Fanaa: Ishq Mein Marjawaan’
Mumbai: Colors has announced its first fiction offering of 2022 called “Fanaa: Ishq Mein Marjawaan.” The show will premiere on 31 January at 10:30 p.m.
Produced by Dipti Kalwani and Karishma Jain, the show features actors Reem Sameer Shaikh, Zain Imam, and Akshit Sukhija.
“Love stories coupled with thrill is a perfect recipe for a show. Our audience has witnessed some exceptional stories from the ‘Ishq Mein Marjawaan’ franchise and it gives us great pleasure to present its brand-new chapter, Fanaa Ishq Mein Marjawaan,” said Viacom18 chief content officer Hindi mass entertainment Manisha Sharma. “This edge-of-the-seat drama will portray how the emotion of love in the garb of obsession turns out to be the most dangerous aspect of Agastya and Paakhi’s lives. With such beautiful yet complex characters and an intriguing storyline, the show is set to take viewers on a thrilling ride.”
“’Fanaa- Ishq Mein Marjawaan’, our much-awaited venture with Colors is about to bring a unique tale of love that will leave everyone enthralled,” said producer Dipti Kalwani.
“We have a fantabulous cast including Zain, Reem and Akshit essaying the central characters and it has been a wonderful experience working with such a talented bunch,” said producer Karishma Jain. “We hope that the viewers join us in this new adventure and shower us with their love and support.”
“It is extremely delightful for me to make a comeback on television with such a powerful character as Agastya’s and I am very excited,” said actor Zain Imam.
“I started my journey with Colors almost a decade ago and I am so glad to return with Fanaa Ishq Mein Marjawaan,” said actor Reem Sameer Shaikh.
“I believe that the positivity of Ishaan’s character will deeply connect with the audience, and the exceptional storyline of this show will keep them hooked,” said actor Akshit Sukhija.
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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.
