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Zee announces subsidiaries’ amalgamation at EGM
MUMBAI:Zee Telefilms has officially amalgamated its four subsidiaries with the company.
At a court convened general meeting on 25 October, the earlier decision to merge Programme Asia Trading Company Ltd, Kaveri Entertainment LTD, Dakshin Media LTD and El Zee Television LTD was given the final stamp of approval. Members also approved the proposed dividend at the rate of 55 per cent per equity share, appointment/reappointment of directors, reappointment of auditors and payment of remuneration to whole time directors.
The amalgamation is expected to simplify the complex structure and eliminate inefficiencies due to changes in the regulatory and tax framework.
Programme Asia Trading Company, El Zee television and Dakshin Media, had collectively reported losses to the tune of Rs 44.2 million on a gross income of RS 140 million during 2000-01. Kaveri Entertainment had ventured into Kannada television media during the same fiscal by acquiring the assets of Chennai based Asianet Media for RS 120.1 million.
The board of directors is expected to meet tomorrow to take on record the financial results for the quarter and half year ended 30 September 2002.
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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.
