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Sahara One rolls out contest around ‘Page 3’
MUMBAI: Sahara One is all set to air the National Award winnng movie Page 3 tomorrow (30 September) at 8:30 pm and it has weaved a contest around the same to involve viewers.
The on air contest PAGE 3 Dekho… Page 3 Par Chha Jao gives viewers an opportunity to appear on Page 3.
The movie gives a sneak peak into the life’s of the rich and famous celebrities and their hedonistic pursuits at the most exclusive parties in tinsel town.
As part of the contest viewers will have to answer a simple question to be aired during the movie and SMS it to 9090. The winners will be treated like Page 3 celebrities and also feature on the page 3 of a leading city newspaper, capturing the page 3 moments.
These include to be driven around in a spacious car, cash money to splurge and eat out at the most happening and classy joints.
The triple National Award winning film takes a merciless look at the horned fellas of the party circuit. The film takes us inside this opulent world through the eyes of novice journalist, Madhavi Sharma [Konkona Sen Sharma]. As a Page 3 columnist, Madhavi gains unlimited access to glittering parties, fashion shows and premieres, but she discovers that even under the glare of the spotlight, misery lurks. Her jaded subjects drown their senses with sex, drugs, a pulsing dance beat and empty conversation to divert attention from their shallow lives. Even among Madhavi’s friends, ambition trumps integrity. Madhavi is privy to the cannibalistic relationship between media and the entertainment industry. Yet, her discovery of a criminal element that exploits children and a subsequent cover-up lead her to seriously question the direction of her career.
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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.
