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Sony’s four new shows from different genres
MUMBAI: Sony Entertainment Television has always given some of best and memorable shows to Indian television. In a bid to grab eyeballs, Sony Entertainment Television has been gearing up to regale its audience with a fresh line up of the shows over the last few months. As of now channel has launch plans for a further mix that consists of a reality show and three soaps that cover romance, a thriller and a comedy show. The channel launched the much awaited show with Kapil Sharma – The Kapil Sharma Show a couple of weeks ago.
Here’s what’s new on the Sony Entertainment Slate.
After producing reality shows like Indian Idol, Jhalak Dikhlaa Jaa and Khatro Ke Khiladi and Boogie Woogie, Sony Entertainment Television is all set to bring another reality show Super Dancer for Indian audiences. Produced by Frames Production, Super Dancer will be a kids dance reality show.
Since February this year, the channel has been continuously bringing in fresh content. With the launch of two new shows – Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke Aise Bhi and EK Duje Ke Vaste on 29 February, the channel has been curating an array of new shows.
Adding to that array, Sony Entertainment Television will be launching two more new shows. One of the most famous names in television industry, Kavita Barjataya will be producing her first show with Sony – Ek Rishta Saajhedaari Ka, a love story. The leads are played by Kinshuk Vadiya of the Shakalaka Boom Boom fame and Shivya Pathania. Vaidya returns to the small screen after a decade
Another fiction show on Sony Entertainment Television will be Cinevistaas’ psychological thriller Behaad. Jennifer Winget and Kushal Tandon are playing the leads in the show. According to the sources the show will be a weekend property.
Apart from this the channel is also exploring a new show in the comedy genre with Shashi Sumeet production’s Mere Bhai Ki Dulhaniya.
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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.
