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Investigation Discovery launches 100 hours of new content
MUMBAI: ID – Investigation Discovery, the channel that is dedicated to true stories of investigation, mystery and suspense, is looking at launching close to 100 hours of new content this quarter.
Targeting afternoon and prime time viewers in the Hindi speaking markets (HSM), ID’s programming will satisfy the inquiring minds with compelling stories.
Content line-up:
ID’s quarter line-up will dial up the viewers’ detective instinct with four mega premieres that include Web of Lies that will allow the viewers to peek into the world of danger and false identities.
Next up, House of Horror: Kidnapped will have terrifying tales of people who were kidnapped, yet were lucky enough to survive.
Over My Dead Body will present empowering, action-packed stories of women who were attacked and didn’t just fight back but turned the tables on their enemy and lived to tell the tale; and the true stories of women killers in Deadly Women.
The channel has also roped in television and film actor Rohit Roy to host a show titled Khooni Saaya, which will showcase intriguing stories that have shocked people and changed their lives forever.
Talking about the new programmes, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific EVP and general manager – South Asia Rahul Johri said, “ID is home to the most compelling investigation programming. Bringing in the best mix of suspense, thriller and mystery, ID will continue to present impactful and engaging programmes from India and international markets.”
The quarter will also see returning series on ID. Paula Zahn will unravel criminal investigations by entering into the murky world of convicted murderers in On the Case with Paula Zahn.
These days, marriages are not always what they look like. The shocking hidden secrets of spouses will be unraveled in the show called Who the (Bleep) did I marry?
A new show that will explore the seemingly never ending depths of depravity within titled Most Evil and Deadly Sins will also go on air.
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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.
