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Discovery breaks the sci fi barrier by going ‘Beyond Tomorrow’
MUMBAI: Ever wondered what the world would look like tomorrow? Do we have a sense of the actual extent and nature of the changes that are poised to sweep through the world in the coming years?
Discovery answers these questions by showcasing dream innovations that are destined to change human lives forever in its show Beyond Tomorrow.
The programme travels around the world for information on and demonstrations of far-reaching breakthroughs in a diverse range of fields – medicine, aviation, computers, space research, agriculture, transport, architecture, energy, environment, leisure and adventure.
The 18-episode series features more than 130 stories on the latest product and service innovations that are shaping the 21st century. It will air from 20 to 24 February at 8 pm and thereafter once a week every Friday at 10 pm.
Lending a desi touch to proceedings: In an endeavour to bring the world’s attention to India’s untapped and abundant talent, Discovery in association with National Innovation Foundation, has juxtaposed Indian grassroots innovations along with the globacl tehnological breakthroughs and scientific advancements.
So while the programme Beyond Tomorrow will present stories on products like the Aquada, the next generation amphibian car from New Zealand which is as sleek on land as on water; Discovery has also produced short films on the Indian grassroot innovators which it will air on the channel during the three-month long series.the channel.
It will showcase the talent present in the interiors of India like Motihari in Bihar, Kutch in Gujarat and Malappuram in Kerala.
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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.
