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Z strikes gold as its annual report shines at global LACP Spotlight Awards
MUMBAI: The media and technology powerhouse has struck gold at the prestigious LACP Spotlight Awards 2025, with its FY25 annual report emerging among the top 50 in the world and earning a near-perfect score of 98 out of 100.
Announced in Mumbai on 25 November 2025, the win places Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (‘Z’) in the global spotlight, while also securing it the 9th position among all Indian companies that competed this year. The international jury praised the report for its compelling first impression, strong narrative flow, creativity, visual finesse and clarity of messaging: a blend that underscored Z’s commitment to transparency and investor-friendly communication.
Z head of strategy Vikas Somani, said the accolade reaffirmed the company’s constant push to elevate financial reporting. He noted that the FY2025 report captured the organisation’s transformative journey with precision and purpose, and would further motivate the team to raise the bar in line with global benchmarks.
Designed around the theme ‘focused on the future frame’, the annual report mirrors Z’s evolution into a modern content-and-technology powerhouse. Its futuristic design language brings the company’s renewed purpose, mission and vision to life, reflecting strategic clarity and a forward-facing mindset.
The LACP Spotlight Awards, run by the League of American Communications Professionals, is recognised worldwide for evaluating the best corporate communication materials across industries and continents.
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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.
