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Unearth Sanghavi’s secrets on Raj TV
MUMBAI: After a successful launch of the mystical-thriller series Kaakha Kaakha, Raj TV is all set to roll-out another show. Titled Arundathi, the show will hit the TV screens from 10 October 2016 every Monday to Saturday at 8 pm.
The show is s mystery series based around this character called Sanghavi, a young, beautiful, happy-go-lucky girl who loves her family. The lead protagonist has her dreams, aspirations in life which she wishes to fulfill but she is met with continuous failures.
Brief synopsis:
She gets married despite all the attempts made by her parents in finding the suitable groom for her. Whoever comes to see her for alliance, their lives are either being threatened mysteriously or they face evil forces around them and they eventually end up giving up on her owing to superstitious beliefs.
Sanghavi later realizes some unusual power possessed by her— whenever she touches someone bitten by snake, the venom goes off; whenever she steps in a temple, there’s always a cool breeze that accompanies her despite the hot and humid weather.
Her parents visit a famous temple to consult the top astrologers, where they are revealed that Sanghavi will get married on Vaikasi 18th Friday and the bridegroom’s name is Sankaraman. Likewise, soon Sanghavi’s parents get a proposal from a bridegroom by name Sankaraman who happens to be a cop. Tragedy strikes when Sankaraman is killed in an attempt to save Sanghavi from a false murder charge of their landlord who was actually murdered by the local dacoits.
In order to find the mysteries surrounding Sanghavi, the frustrated family approach a Sithar who is on a non-stop penance for 100 years. The revelations by Sithar forms the base for the rest the show.
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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.
