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Sahara acquires clutch of Boney Kapoor films
MUMBAI: Latest Hindi films seem to have become the way to the audience hearts for all mainstream channels.
After Zee and Sony, it is the turn of Sahara TV to bag the telecast rights of over 20 films from Boney Kapoor’s production house for telecast on the channel.
Sahara, that has already aired Pukar and Mr India, the two grossers from Narsimha Enterprises, the Boney Kapoor production outfit, has secured the rights for films as diverse as the old Hum Paanch, Woh Saat Din, Judaai and the just released Shakti (which was produced under the banner of Sridevi Productions). While channel officials are loath to admit the precise number of films acquired, it is learnt that the channel will soon begin telecasting these films, particularly when the serial with filmstar Karisma Kapoor goes on air.
The channel is however playing it safe, and will air Shakti-The Power after the mandatory six month period after its release in cinema theatres, say sources. Sahara has already struck a deal with Boney Kapoor for a serial that will showcase the histrionic talents of wife and former filmstar Sridevi, who has not made a screen appearance for years. While the serial, first slated for a launch by the end of this year, does not seem to be likely to materialise till the end of this fiscal, the current big ticket show for Sahara is the one with Karishma, which has gone on the floors recently.
Among the films that Sahara is said to have acquired the rights to are – Koi Mere Dil Se Pooche, Humara Dil Aap Ke Paas Hai and Drohi, apart from Mr India, and films made under Boney’s father Surinder Kapoor’s banner, who made films like Judaai, Loafer, Woh Saat Din and Hum Paanch.
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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.
