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Viacom18 to telecast ‘Yugpurush’ across its network on November 10
MUMBAI: The year 2019 marks the 150th birth anniversary of the revolutionary leader Mahatma Gandhiji. Celebrating Gandhi’s timeless principles of truth, non-violence, simplicity and self-reliance, Viacom18 is bringing the award-winning play ‘Yugpurush’ on Sunday, 10th November at 9AM on COLORS, COLORS Marathi, COLORS Gujarati, COLORS Bangla, COLORS Tamil, COLORS Super, COLORS Odia, COLORS Infinity and MTV. The show will also be available on VOOT for the entire day of 10th November.
In order to reverberate the values that Gandhiji imbibed from Shrimad Rajchandraji – the great Indian saint, poet, philosopher and spiritual luminary, Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur has produced a magnificent biographical play, ‘Yugpurush- Mahatma’s Mahatma’, under the guidance of its founder Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshbhai. This play has been re-created for television in a cine-play format with original dialogues and cast for all 7 languages.
Speaking about the play, Viacom18 Group CEO & MD Sudhanshu Vats said, “As a media & entertainment network, it is our endeavour to bring every story to its audience and every audience to its story. This is a very special story for all Indians and needs to be told to young India. Gandhiji has motivated generations of people across the world and with ‘Yugpurush’ we are bringing the story of his journey from being a young barrister to Mahatma.”
The Play is a heart-touching portrayal of the untold and profound relationship between Mahatma Gandhiji and his spiritual mentor Shrimad Rajchandraji. This theatrical tribute received an astounding response, as it was performed in 312 cities across the world, completing 1062 shows in 7 languages in a short span of 1 year, running to full houses and standing ovations. The play won several prestigious awards including the Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award 2017 for ‘Best Drama’, the 16th Annual Transmedia Screen and Stage Awards and two distinct entries in the Limca Book of Records. ‘Yugpurush’ the play was also the first Indian event to be staged at the prestigious Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, LA where the world-famous Oscars Awards Ceremony are held
Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur President Abhay Jasani said “We are fortunate to partner with one of the leading entertainment networks such as Viacom18, that defines entertainment by touching the lives of people through its programmes. The National premier of ‘Yugpurush’ is one such initiative by Viacom18 that will truly impact the viewers positively.”
This nationwide telecast, on the auspicious occasion of the 152nd birth anniversary of Shrimad Rajchandraji, will take place on 10th November, 2019 at 9 AM (IST) on across the Viacom18 network including – COLORS, COLORS Gujarati, COLORS Marathi, COLORS Bangla, COLORS Super, COLORS Tamil, COLORS Odia, COLORS Infinity, MTV as well as VOOT. ‘Yugpurush- Mahatma’s Mahatma’ has been specially curated to suit the digital space, making it a visual treat for all ages and cultures.
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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.
