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VeriSign elects Star’s Guthrie to board of directors
MUMBAI: VeriSign, Inc., a provider of intelligent infrastructure services for the internet and telecommunications networks, has appointed Star Group CEO Michelle Guthrie to its board of directors.
With over a decade of experience in the pay television industry, Guthrie brings to VeriSign her wide-ranging knowledge of media, technology, law and business development.
VeriSign CEO and chairman Stratton Sclavos said, “Consumer demand for real-time information and entertainment over mobile and broadband networks is increasing exponentially on a global basis. Michelle’s track record in building successful content and distribution relationships in both Europe and Asia will be an invaluable asset in VeriSign’s long range strategy to build and operate the world’s premier digital content utility.”
“As personalisation and consumption of communications increase the demand for intelligent infrastructure services, VeriSign’s role is enhanced. VeriSign sits in such a unique position in so many markets fundamental to digital communications, content and commerce. I look forward to adding my voice to the VeriSign Board and continuing the corporation’s exciting journey,” said Guthrie.
Guthrie joined Star in June 2000. She was appointed senior vice president, business development in January 2001 and was promoted to executive vice president for regional distribution and business development in June 2003, in charge of the operations of markets across the South East Asian region, as well as identifying growth opportunities and cementing new partnerships for the company. Guthrie was appointed CEO of Star in November 2003.
She has 10 years of experience in the pay television industry, notably at FoxTel in Australia and BSkyB in the UK. Before joining News Corporation in 1994, Guthrie was a lawyer at Allen, Allen & Hemsley in Sydney and Singapore, where she focused on the media and technology sector. In addition, she is a member of the board of directors of joint venture companies Phoenix Satellite Television and China Network Systems.
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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.
