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‘Fame Gurukul’ garners 15 mn votes; 1 week contributing 3 mn
MUMBAI: Sony’s latest reality offering Fame Gurukul, pitched as a ‘daily reality drama’ has registered 15 millions votes since its launch on 27 June. What is interesting, is the fact that the biggest spike in votes came in this week ( 5 – 10 August) with three million votes .
Explains Sony EVP and business head Tarun Katial, “The increasing number of votes is due to the popularity of the contestants and their improving performance Also, since the show is half way through, the frenzy for the show is building up as it reaches its climax. True to its proposition it is making the contestants and the viewers do anything for ‘Fame’.”
The spike is specifically attributed to one of the seven contestants – Qazi Touqueer from Srinagar who has been in ‘danger zone’ five times in the past. Although, not such a great singer, Touqueer has emerged as one of the favourites as he is a natural entertainer. The three million votes essentially came in to save Touqueer from exiting the show.
Katial also stated that the kind of fanfare Fame Grukul was experiencing in terms of favouritism was not even experienced by Indian Idol.
Climaxing in October, Fame Gurukul still has to reach its peak. What will help boost votes further will probably be the tie up with the likes of Aaj Tak, Sify and Fame Adlabs for the show. Aaj Tak, which has a daily show around cinema from 7:30 to 8 pm, dedicates two-three minutes to Fame Gurukul, wherein the recap of the episodes are shown building on the tension. On the other hand, Sify which host and manages official website for Fame Gurukul – http://famegurukul.sify.com ensures regular updates from the show. Multiplex major Fame Adlabs is promoting the show on their premises and also airing promos of the show during movies.
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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.
