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Waahid A Khan conferred with Indian Entrepreneur style icon award at Las Vegas
NEW DELHI: Young media entrepreneur Waahid A Khan has been awarded the Indian Entrepreneur style icon of the Year in the field of broadcasting and commerce at the prestigious 4th Annual Fashion Extravaganza Entertainment Award.
The award was given in a gala but exclusive event at Nevada, Las Vegas.
“Firstly, I feel proud to be an Indian and elated to be honoured globally on a International platform. I also want to thank Akshaya Patra Foundation who has been doing a phenomenal job in the field of charity and I would also want to personally extend my support to this noble cause,” said Khan.
Earlier this year, Khan who has made a significant contribution in the field of Journalism and media was awarded Lion’s favourite Entrepreneur of the Year.
Khan has been a name to reckon with in journalism and media since the past 14 years. From a media person to a successful businessman, Waahiid Ali Khan’s journey is very inspiring and encouraging.
He has till now established many media houses with his intelligence, confidence and sheer knowledge of the industry. He successfully established two media houses Live India news channel in Hindi and Mi Marathi channel in Marathi. He has also made a huge contribution in the success of two other prominent news channels – P7 Hindi News Channel and India TV Hindi News Channel – since their incorporation.
This entrepreneur is now Consulting Editorial Director with Sahana group and is spearheading his forthcoming Marathi News Channel and Web Portal Jai Maharashtra.
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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.
