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MTV US, Maverick to co-produce ‘Twilight’
MUMBAI: MTV US’ next film will revolve around vampires. After a heated bidding war MTV Films and Maverick Films have acquired the film rights to Twilight. The book will be released next year.
The film will be released through MTV’s sister company Paramount. Both are owned by Viacom. This is the first time that MTV and Maverick have come together.
Set in a high school Twilight tells the story of Bella, who falls in love with a vampire. This leads a rival vampire clan to pursue the couple and forcing her to decide if she, too, wishes to become one of the undead.
Los Angeles based Maverick Films was founded by pop icon Madonna and Guy Oseary three years ago. Their latest production Agent Cody Banks II starring Frankie Muniz for MGM was released in the US on Friday.
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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.
