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Zee Anmol Cinema 2 launches on DD Free Dish
Mumbai: it is right that this is all one needs to unwind and escape from the pressure of daily life. With a tremendous increase in demand for differentiated content on DD Free Dish comes a new Hindi movie channel Zee Anmol Cinema 2. This latest addition to Zee’s extensive lineup, the channel will be available on DD Free dish channel No. 73 from 26 April.
Zee Anmol Cinema 2 is designed to captivate the youth demographic aged 15-30. Recognising the evolving tastes and preferences of young viewers, the channel offers a dynamic mix of South dubbed and Hindi content, promising to keep audiences engaged with a blend of entertainment from both industries.
Playing on the fact that there is no other Hindi movie channel catering to the needs of young rural viewers, Zee Anmol Cinema 2 aims to fill this gap by establishing a personal connection with audiences and owning the distinct space of “Naye Bharat Ka Naya Saathi”.
Zee Hindi Movies Cluster business head Ruchir Tiwari said, “Zee Anmol Cinema 2 is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering entertainment experiences, catering specifically to the diverse preferences of millions of our Indian audiences. This channel is built keeping the youth consumers’ lens & sensibilities in mind. Through everything we do, the goal is to ensure the audiences never miss out on their daily dose of entertainment.”
With an extensive collection of over 300 titles, the channel aims to enhance the television viewing experience for millions of DD Free dish subscribers nationwide.
Tune into Zee Anmol Cinema 2 from April 26th and immerse yourself into a world of entertainment from the comfort of your homes!
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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.
