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Star Suvarna to air new show ‘Niharika’ from 12 Dec
MUMBAI: Star Suvarna is all set to air its new show Niharika. A new concept which is not just a “Atte-Sose” (Kannada) or a kitchen drama. Starting from 12 December, the show will be aired at 8pm time slot.
Niharika is a story about a family gets destroyed for the lust of a spoilt rich antagonist Virat. The protagonist is Niharika who is all set to take revenge.
Tejaswini Prakash who has already made her mark on the silver screen is making a bang entry onto the small screen in and as Niharika. The show also features experienced artistes Virat as the antagonist along with Deepak Shetty, Shantala Kamath and Pradeep Chandra.
The show is being directed by Vinu Balanja with debutant producer R. Deepak Gowda producing the show under the banner of Living Room Productions. The dialogues are scripted by the famous dialogue writer Jogi with cinematography by Ravi and editing by Manu.
Star Suvarna fiction head Karthik Paradkar said, “This is no ordinary kitchen drama. Here, the protagonist is not the one who patiently takes all the trouble thrown at her and silently weeps, but instead is a powerful character that rebel against evil. This way “Niharika” will be appealing to broader audience which includes all age groups. And we have the experienced team of Vinu Balanja to bring this powerful story on screen.”
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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.
