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NTR to host Gemini TV’s ‘Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu’
HYDERABAD: The iconic show that gave the commoner hopes to dream big is coming soon on Gemini TV, the Telugu entertainment channel of the Sun TV Network. Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu, the official Telugu version of Who wants to be a Millionaire telecasted in over 120 countries, makes its way into Telugu homes with a bang that not only promises electrifying entertainment but huge prize money to be won.
The host of Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu, NTR is a symbol of perseverance, hard work and passion to succeed. He is someone who has a perfect blend of mass and class and is acclaimed as the most versatile Tollywood actor by Telugu audiences. A crowd puller, NTR surely knows how to charm and woo his fans effortlessly. He is charismatic, accessible and understands the plight of the commoner. As an aspirational person himself, he is the perfect host to relate to someone with dreams and a will to make them come true.
Step 1 –
The registration process for Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu is set to begin soon and viewers can get a chance to participate in the show by watching Gemini TV and answering the questions asked via SMS or can also register by downloading SUN NXT App, the OTT platform of the Sun TV Network.
Step 2 –
Participants who have answered the questions correctly though the registration process will be shortlisted by the randomiser based on certain pre-defined criteria and these participants will be reached out via phone for further assessment and selection.
Step 3 –
The final selections of participants will happen through a written test and personal interview at the audition centers in four cities viz Hyderabad, Vizag, Vijayawada and Tirupati.
Marketing and promotional activities:
The network is planning a massive opening for the show through 360-degree marketing initiatives both in AP/TS. This includes BTL, print, TVC, radio, digital and social media promotions.
As a step forward to make the promotions eye catching and to create a buzz, Gemini TV has roped in the ace film maker Trivikram Srinivas to direct the promotional videos of Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu.
Due to the stringent selection process only the most deserving participants will makeup to the hot seat. For the first time, Gemini TV viewers will also have the exciting opportunity to Play Along Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu and stand a chance to win as the show is being telecast on the channel.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
