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Eros Now inks content acquisition deal with Pakistan’s Hum TV
MUMBAI: Eros Now has inked an exclusive content acquisition deal with Pakistan’s on air and digital content company, Hum TV.
The deal gives Eros Now users access to Hum TV’s entire library, including the current shows at no extra subscription cost. The deal also gives Eros Now subscribers in India an exclusive opportunity to view the content 48 hours prior to its telecast on any other platform.
Hum TV is a 24-hour entertainment TV channel in Pakistan, which provides programming across a wide spectrum of genres. Eros Now users will be privy to some of Hum TV’s television shows like Zindagi Gulzar Hai, Humsafar and Dastaan.
Eros Now CEO Rishika Lulla Singh said, “We are extremely happy to introduce Pakistan’s popular soaps to a new digital generation of South Asians globally and add to our roster of content. The partnership with a leading channel like Hum will give our subscribers an opportunity to view the much sought after and varied Pakistani content.”
Hum Network president Sultana Siddiqui added, “This association enables us in reaching out and providing some of our best Pakistani content to millions of keen internet users across the globe.”
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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.
