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Discovery to premiere ‘Life of Buddha’ as part of Discover India series
MUMBAI: Discovery plans to take viewers on a spectacular spiritual journey of a lifetime as it premieres Life of Buddha.
The programme will be aired as a part of the popular Discover India series, and will premiere on Saturday 16 October at 8 pm and repeat on Sunday, 17 October at 1 pm.
Five hundred years before the birth of Christ, a young Indian prince set out on a spiritual journey in search of the ultimate truth. A journey that was to inspire him to establish one of the world’s oldest religions. Discovery Channel hopes to traces back that journey to present the most spectacular account yet of the Life of Buddha, says a company release.
Using computer-generated imagery, latest archaeological findings and interviews with leading experts in the field, Discovery Channel unravels in graphic detail, Prince Siddhartha’s epic journey in search of moksha – from Lumbini, his birthplace, to Bodh Gaya – the place where he attained enlightenment.
According to the release, historical accounts, rare ancient scripts and interviews with leading historians are used to reconstruct key episodes from this journey. His Holiness, The Dalai Lama himself is interviewed in the programme as he explains the significance of each new discovery that the young prince made and its role in defining the principles of the religion.
The programme also interviews the head of the Mahabodhi Temple at Gaya, who describes the moment of enlightenment as ‘a fleeting moment of a wink’, one that cannot be explained, yet one that gave birth to one of the first religions of the world, more relevant today than ever, adds the release.
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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.
