GECs
Star Plus’ 2 shows to end as ‘Siya Ke Ram’ goes on air from 16 November
MUMBAI: Star Plus’ two prime time shows namely Tu Mera Hero and Tere Sheher Mein are going off air from 14 November.
Produced by Shashi Sumeet Productions, Tu Mera Hero will be replaced by Nikhil Sinha’s show Siya Ke Ram in the 8 pm time band from 16 November onwards.
The last episode of the show Tu Mera Hero, which launched on 22 December, 2014, will be aired on 14 November.
A source close to the development informed Indiantelevision.com that the reason the show is going off air is because it failed to generate sustainable ratings and the channel wanted to air the show in the same time slot.
As earlier reported by this website, Siya Ke Ram, produced by Triangle Film Company, has been conceptualised by Aniruddh Pathak, who brought Lord Shiva’s legend to TV through Mahadev.
Siya Ke Ram will offer viewers a fresh perspective on Ramayan. The story has been envisioned and created by some well-known writers namely – the best-selling author of Asura and Ajaya, Anand Neelakantan and Subrat Sinha – along with creative consultant Devdutt Pattanaik.
Star Plus’ other show Tere Sheher Mein will also air its last episode on 14 November. Produced by Directors’ Kut,Tere Sheher Mein was launched on 2 March, 2015 and aired from Monday – Saturday at 10:30 pm.
Another source informed that an upcoming show from Rashmi Sharma Telefilms’ titled Saajan might replace Tere Sheher Mein in the 10:30 pm slot on Star Plus.
Rashmi Sharma’s existing show Saath Nibhaana Saathiya on Star Plus is among the top five programmes in the Hindi general entertainment channels (GECs) space according to Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) India ratings.
Saajan is a triangle love story, which also focus on issues of the youth. The official date and time is not yet revealed by the channel.
GECs
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.
