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Shahrukh to host ‘Paheli’ special on Star Plus
MUMBAI: As part of a promotion activity of his latest production, Paheli, Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan will be hosting Ankahee Paheli, a half hour musical special, on Star Plus.
This marks the first time King Khan will be hosting a show to promote his film. Said Shahrukh Khan, “Though I was initially reluctant to reveal the story of the film, the execution and presentation of the special, which has never been done before, will keep the Paheli intact and the viewers guessing.”
Ankahee Paheli will also show clips from the making of the film, the songs and also some on the sets sequences apart from the very Rajasthani theatre-like look created by Art Director, Muneesh Sappel for the film.
Also, on Saturday, 18 June at 8 pm, Star Gold, will have a Gold Preview of Paheli, showcasing some exclusive clips, making of the film, behind-the-scenes, interview with the director, actors and some of the finest scenes from Paheli.
The Shahrukh Khan-Rani Mukerji film, is directed by well known film maker Amol Palekar and also stars Juhi Chawla, Sunil Shetty, Anupam Kher and a 
cameo by the mega star Amitabh Bachchan.
Paheli, the story of a newly married girl and her ghost lover, is brought to the audiences by Shahrukh Khan interspersed with 14 songs and narration. In this special episode on Star Plus, instead of the typical interviews and clips from the film, the entire special will be presented in a colourful Rajasthani folk theatre style. Khan and the musical group from Avikalp Theatre Group will be dressed in traditional Rajasthani attire.
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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.
