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Tipping Point partners with Dice Media
Mumbai: Tipping Point has been successfully winning the hearts of audiences by delivering distinctive and innovative shows like Jamtara and She, both of which have had successful second seasons, as well as critically acclaimed series like Taj Mahal 1989 and the anthology of Satyajit Ray’s short stories, Ray. Tipping Point channels the diverse, disruptive, and dynamic stories of the digital age with a focus on nuanced and edgy storytelling.
Tipping Point has expanded its slate with a variety of exciting new series like Parallax, a crime thriller; Kaalkut, an investigative drama; Transition, a groundbreaking reality show; Mahim, a murder mystery; and Boots, Belts & Berets, a show about the life of army cadets. All of these series have finished production and will soon be available on major OTT platforms.
In keeping with those initiatives, leading digital entertainment business Pocket Aces’ premium long-form production studio, Dice Media, and the digital content creators are now prepared to amuse the audience with a brand-new slate of content. The announcement of Cheeku, a coming-of-age story, as the first of many more powerful series in the pipeline, marks the beginning of the long-term creative partnership between the two content moguls. The slice-of-life comedy centres on a 24-year-old boy who struggles to reconcile his life’s cultural disparity. The series, directed by Rajesh Mapuskar and run by Ashwin Suresh, will feature seasoned performer Prakash Raj in a crucial part.
Commenting on the collaboration, Viacom18 Studios COO Ajit Andhare said, “Tipping Point stands for unconventional yet relatable and rooted storytelling. We are dialling up our slate of digital content with a whole new array of heartwarming stories. The first of many more to come is Cheeku. Distinctive content comes from the concoction of creative minds, and I’m looking forward to this long-term partnership of Tipping Point with Pocket Aces to brew more interesting stories along the way.”
Commenting on the collaboration, Dice Media studio head Vidyuth Bhandary said, “At Dice Media, relatable narratives have been the backbone of storytelling and we create these stories with a lot of love & passion ensuring it strikes the right chord with our audiences. We are extremely thrilled to partner with a creative powerhouse like Tipping Point which always backs the creative vision of their partners & together we are confident we will deliver a slate of high-quality engaging content that will be loved by the audience.”
The collaboration will be an ongoing creative collaboration, with more titles to be announced soon in the coming year.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
