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Trendz to telecast Bridal Asia 2004
MUMBAI: Indian weddings besides being a blossoming industry are a visual treat- display of fashion and style.
Zee’s premium fashion and style channel Trendz, in a bid to endear itself to the Indian masses has been steadily stepping up on the Indian content in its programming. Latest on that front is a special on Bridal Asia – India’s largest wedding exhibition.
Trendz jumpstart the festivcal special with designer Ameeta Kapur’s collection from Bridal Asia 2004 on Sunday, 3 October 2004 at 7 pm. The channels aims to encapsulate the spirit of this elite fashion fair which aims to bring under one roof the essence, mystique and emotions attached to weddings in the sub-continent, says a company release.
According to Trendz, business head, Ajay Trigunayat, “We look forward to cover prestigious fashion events, as a part of our motto to deliver the best from the world of fashion to our discerning viewers. This particular collection from Bridal Asia 2004, is special as it is a showcase of genuine creativity from a designer who is an expert at her craft.”
Ameeta Kapur believes that a woman is an enigma wrapped in a mystery. She chooses to enhance this mystery through her poetic creations in bridal wear titled En-Hance, Auteur. Her creations are a combination of traditional designs and modern silhouette. She helps underprivileged children through CRY, informs the release.
Touted as first Indian fashion and style channel, Trendz has a varied mix of programmes to cater to a fashion conscious audience. The programming, says the release, provides an in depth analysis, news and directions on the latest in fashion trends, styles and must-have accessories from around the world.
Besides featuring haute couture and prêt-a-porter fashion shows, Trendz showcases exclusive global labels with glimpses into the lifestyles of the world’s leading designers and models and offers shows that capture the classic ‘Urban and Cosmopolitan’ style of living, informs the release.
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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.
