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Eros to produce sports drama ‘Saat Kadam’
MUMBAI: Eros International Media is all set to produce a fictional sports film titled Saat Kadam.
The movie is the directorial debut of Mohit Kumar Jha and will star Amit Sadh, Ronit Roy and Deeksha Seth.
Saat Kadam revolves around the generation gap and the relationship between a father and his son.
Eros International Media managing director Sunil Lulla said, “Mohit has done some great work in television and we are happy to produce his debut feature film. It promises to be an emotionally gripping film set against the backdrop of football.”
Jha added, “I am absolutely thrilled to have a leading studio like Eros on board for my first feature film. Saat Kadam is an entertaining film for audiences of all ages who will be able to relate to emotional tug of war portrayed in the film. The film is based in Kolkata, which is known for its eternal love for football and as a sports loving nation, I hope the audiences will appreciate this film.”
Sadh said, “Saat Kadam beautifully portrays a father-son relationship and the many facets of it.. When I heard the story I knew I had to do this film, one that will be high on emotions, drama and above all football.”
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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.
