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Fidelity hikes holding in Zee Telefilms to 5 %
MUMBAI: US-based Fidelity International Ltd. (FIL) has picked up 20,694,046 shares in Zee Telefilms, increasing its holdings in the company to 5.01 per cent.
The acquisition of 0.06 per cent stake was made from the open market on 11 May. Zee Telefilms declared that FIL’s holding was through its direct and indirect subsidiaries and FMR Corp, an American Corporation and its direct and indirect subsidiaries.
The announcement posted on NSE indicates that American Corporation and its direct and indirect subsidiaries have acquired 260,496 shares aggregating to 0.06 per cent of the shares.
The announcement also points out that the mode of acquisition was through market purchase.
The Indian and foreign promoters holding in Zee, as on 31 March 2005, stood at 23 per cent each. While mutual funds had 0.85 per cent, the combined holding of banks, financial institutions and insurance companies stood at 5.62 per cent. Only four per cent of the shares was with the public.
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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.
