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Sony Music Entertainment to represent Warner Music Group in India and SAARC countries
MUMBAI: Sony Music Entertainment India and Warner Music Group have announced a strategic licence deal for Sony Music to represent Warner Music’s legendary recording artists’ releases and labels in India, Sri Lanka and the other SAARC countries.
It was only a few months ago, in July 2013, that Warner acquired Parlophone Label Group. The combined catalogue is amongst the largest globally and encompasses a roster of some of the world’s most celebrated and popular artists and recordings.
Sony Music Chairman and CEO Australia & New Zealand and President, Asia Denis Handlin said in a release: “We are delighted to represent Warner’s music catalogue for the Indian and SAARC market. This is one of the fastest growing and exciting music markets in the world and India in particular has huge digital market opportunities. We have great plans to ensure that Warner Music’s remarkable catalogue reaches out to the vast array of existing and emerging music fans in that region.”
Sony Music president India and Middle East, Shridhar Subramaniam said: “We are very excited with this opportunity and are committed to aggressively push the Warner catalogue and new releases. Through the combined strength of the two companies’ music, we are well positioned to grow the increasing demand for International music in India.”
The Warner Music catalogue includes some of the world legends from the music industry, and contemporary greats like Eric Clapton, The Eagles, Green Day, Pink Floyd, The Doors, Madonna, Coldplay, Led Zeppelin, Linkin Park, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nickelback, Kylie Minogue, Michael Bublé and Bruno Mars among many others.
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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.
