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Mythological shows continue their magic, grow by 75.7 bn viewing minutes
MUMBAI: The magic of mythological programming continues to grow by 1671 hours across Hindi and regional languages in the week 20, according to a ninth edition of a joint report by Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) India and Nielsen on crisis consumption.
With many broadcasters opting to telecast the mythological shows, the last seven weeks have shown growth of over 1000 plus hours, the report states.
In terms of viewership, mythological programming has increased by 75.7 billion viewing minutes in week 20. Despite being high on viewing minutes in the current week, it has been falling on a week-on-week basis for the last five weeks.
After Ramayan, the rerun of Sri Krishan on DD National has become the highest watched show in the urban market in week 20, the report mentions.
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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.
