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Sahara TV plans star-studded Diwali show
MUMBAI:Bharat Parva, a three-hour show depicting India’s unity in diversity through the various vibrant festivals celebrated in different parts of India, featuring Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Karisma Kapoor, Aftab Shivdasani, Rani Mukerjee and Raveena Tandon will be aired on Sahara TV on 3 November at 7:00 pm.
The mega event opens with an impressive laser show set to Vande Mataram followed by an inspiring rendition of Hamari Janmabhoomi (the Hindi version of the famous Bangla song Dhan Dhanya) with special appearances by Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan.
“This new mega event Bharat Parva is an emotion-driven programme, which evokes patriotic feelings among us with the celebration of national festivals,”Sahara TV, vice president (publicity and PR) Priya Raj is quoted as saying in the release.
Giving a sneak preview , the release states that the show includes Aishwarya Rai’s dance, to Purva Suhani Aayee Re to welcome Baisakhi and again to the fast-track Jai Jai Shiv Shankar on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.
While Aftab Shivdasani and Karisma Kapoor celebrate Eid with Chand Hai, Holi is a pleasing riot of colours with Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerjee and Raveena Tandon. One will also get to see Shah Rukh and Rani swinging to the popular hit Govinda Ala Re and Karisma offering her obeisance to Lord Ganesh to the reverberating tunes of Morya Re.
The highlight of the show is Shah Rukh calling out to his cheering fans to come on the stage in a show of camaraderie and dancing to Chhaiya Chhaiya.
The thrilling mega event ends with an exclusive and – exciting performance by all the stars to the accompaniment of Sahara India Pariwar’s special silver jubilee song Safar Josh Ka, Khushi Jeet Ki, says the release.
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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.
