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Sab to launch new comical adventure – ‘Betaal Aur Sinhasan Battisi’
MUMBAI: Sab TV is all set to launch a new comical show, which has elements of a mythological fantasy. Called Betaal Aur Sinhasan Battisi, the show is created by Creative Eye Ltd and produced by Dheeraj Kumar and Zuby Kochhar. The new series will launch on 10 March at 7.30 pm.
The show has been shot on grand looking sets and will have majestic special effects to do justice to the characters.
Sandeep Anand (Betaal) and Siddharth Arora (Raja Bhoj) will feature as the main protagonists in the daily show.
The twist that the show will add to the legendary story of Bhoj’s struggle and determination to possess the throne of Vikramaditya is the unreasonable challenges that Betaal’s character will present to him.
The show’s key comical character will be portrayed by Betaal, the self-appointed protector of Vikramaditya’s Sinhasan Battisi. The series will see various attempts made by Betaal who would use his wit and harmless deceit to ensure that the Sinhasan is not given to anyone by Mahamaya and the Putlees. Thus, possessively protecting the sinhasan from Bhoj. Betaal Aur Sinhasan Battisi will be a hilarious amalgamation of situational comedy, jealously and perseverance.
Sab senior EVP and business head Anooj Kapoor said, “The unique proposition has always been differentiation through innovation. Betaal Aur Sinhasan Battisi show is a wholesome family entertainer which showcases a comical dimension to the challenges faced by Raja Bhoj courtesy the ever-troublesome Betaal.”
Producer Kumar added, “The show shall surely tickle your bones and the historical, mythological, fantasy story shall make you travel in a world of creative dimension and magnificent visual.”
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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.
