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Zee buys Rajini 2.0’s three-language satellite rights for Rs 110 cr
MUMBAI: Zee Network has acquired the satellite TV rights for superstar Rajinikanth’s sci-fi thriller “2.0” directed by S Shankar for Rs 110 crore. The film will grace the global theaters on 18 October during Diwali.
Starring Bollywood star Akshay Kumar in the role of an antagonist, the film is a sequel to the 2010 blockbuster “Enthiran”. Sudanshu Pandey, Amy Jackson, Adil Hussain and Kalabhavan Shajohn are in the supporting cast.
Lyca Productions creative head Raju Mahalingam told PTI that it was an unprecedented deal and that they were glad to associate with Zee Network. The price is for combined Indian satellite rights for the film for all the languages (Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu).
A R Rahman, the Academy award-winning composer, has given the music for the project, which is said to be India’s most expensive film at a budget of Rs 450 crore.
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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.
