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Star Parivaar awards: ‘Sujal-Kashish’ lead in the Favourite Jodi category
MUMBAI: Heat is on at Star Plus’ Dabur Anmol Shampoo Star Parivaar awards. Within just six days of its launch, the channel has reportedly received over 14,00,000 votes.
According to the latest reports, Kahiin to Hoga’s Sujal-Kashish are leading the jodi race, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhie Bahu Thi’s Karan ahead of rest of the screen beta’s and Kyunki …’s Baa is still the hot favourite ‘dadi’. In other categories, like Devar-Bhabhi, Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii’s Kamal-Parvati are racing ahead, while Kasautii Zingagii Kay’s Sneha is leadind the ‘chhota bachchas’ pack.
In one of the most popular categories- the Jodis category- has Sujal-Kashish leading the voting race. The love-hate couple are leading the pack, but giving them a competition, albiet not that close, are the old favourites KSBKBT’s Tulsi-Mihir, Kumkum’s Sumeet-Kumkum, and the reel life couple KSBKBT’s Karan-Nandini.
While last year’s favourite beta was Mihir, this year the ‘son’ who is leading the pack is his beta Karan. The dashing young actor, who made his appearance on KSBKBT as an angry a son of a supposedly wronged woman- Mandira. It’s his realisation of the truth and his love for his father’s family, that has endeared Karan to the viewers. He is leading in the favourite beta category against Sujal (KTH), Praful (Khichdi), Sumeet (Kumkum-Pyara Sa Bandhan), Vikram (Saara Akaash).
It comes as no surprise that endearing Baa of KSKBT continues to be the most popular Dadi on small screen. This year, she has been nominated in the category that comprises veterans like Dadi of KGGK, Dadi of Sonpari, Nani of Shararat and Baa in Saara Akaash.
Baa with her remarkable presence and her larger than life performance as the matriarch of the Virani family in KSKBT is leading by 20,000 votes and is ahead of popular categories like Favourite Saut and Favourite Saas.
While Parvati is a hot contender for the Favourite Bhabhi award along with Kanya from Kabhi Aayi Na Judai, Saroj from Bhabhi, Hansa from Khichdi, and Kumkum from Kumkum-Pyara Sa Bandhan.
Not to be outdone her reel devar Kamal is currently far ahead of his competitors in the Favourite Devar category that includes Subroto (KZK), Saahil (KSKBT), Rishi (KTH) and Raju (Khichdi).
Veteran Farida Jalal, as jaadui nani from Shararat is racing ahead of Sona aunty from Sonpari, Dajjal from Hatim and Rani Devi of Shararat. With her impeccable and spontaneous acting, nani has warmed the hearts of her viewers, but Sona aunty is giving her a close competition in the category of Favourite Jaadui Kirdar.
In the Favourite Chotta Bachcha character, Prerna’s adorable daughter Sneha has left other chhota bachchas in the category absolutely behind, with about three times more votes than Sunny (Gharwali Uparwali Aur Sunny), Karishma (Karishma Kaa Karishma), Jackie(Khichdi) & Fruity (Sonpari).
The voting is still on for yet another five days, till 10 June. The participants have to sms 7827 and select your favourite star. As an incentive, there are some prizes involved.
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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.
