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Colors TV’s ‘The Big Picture’ registrations to start from 17 July
Mumbai: Colors TV is set to open the registration process for its upcoming visual-based quiz show The Big Picture. Hosted by Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, the registrations of the same will begin on 17 July at 9:30 pm on Colors.
The viewers can follow three simple steps to complete the registration process and participate from the comfort of their homes by logging on to Voot app, Voot.com, or MyJio app.
STEP 1: Call for entries: Starting from 17 July, a new question will be shared daily at 9.30 pm on the channel for the next ten days until 26 July. Each question will remain valid only for 24 hours from the time of its announcement and viewers can answer by filling up the required details on Voot app, Voot.com or MyJio app.
STEP 2: Online Test: Of the viewers who answer the questions correctly, a few will be shortlisted through the randomiser system for the next round. The shortlisted candidates will be called and would be informed about the details of the online test. They would also get a link for the online test via SMS/Email before 8 August. On the test day, the candidate will have to log in via mobile number to attempt the test and will get 20 seconds each to answer 20 visual-based questions with four options. After answering all the questions, the user will be directed to a page wherein they will have to upload their introduction video basis the parameters shared with them.
STEP 3: On-ground audition: The selected candidates who successfully qualify after passing the online test will be invited r a personal interview in either of the mentioned cities that include Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bhopal, Ranchi, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, and Lucknow. The candidates who get through all three levels will get a chance to be a part of the main show and change their fate.
The Big Picture is being produced by Banijay Asia and ITV Studios Global Entertainment and will also be streamed on Voot and Jio TV.
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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.
