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MTV Intl creative president Brent Hansen calls it a day
MUMBAI: MTV Intl creative president Brent Hansen who is also the chief editor has put in his papers.
He spent 15 years at MTV, which was recently spun off from CBS. MTV Intl vice chairman Bill Roedy will fill in for Hansen on an interim basis.
He said, “With nearly two decades at MTV Networks, I’ve decided this is the right time in the company’s history for me to resign and move on. I am proud to have played a key strategic and creative role in the growth of the company’s international business over that time.
“I have led and challenged the company to further its core values. I’m particularly pleased to have helped encourage cultural exchange through music, which continues to be of huge personal and professional interest to me, in tapping into common interests and, hopefully, offering something new as well as the familiar.”
As the head of MTV’s European operations, Hansen spearheaded the broadcaster’s growth in Europe for the past 15 years. He is recognised as the architect of MTV Europe’s localisation strategy, which began in the late 1980s and saw MTV launching dedicated operations in all key European markets.
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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.
