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Zee Café partners with Cetaphil for ‘Not Just A Chat Show’ starting 24 July
Delhi: Zee Café is all set to launch its new entertainment show Not Just A Chat Show. The show will be broadcast starting 24 July on the channel.
As the name suggests, it is not just a chat show! The format is based on American miniseries Behind The Scenes (BTS) making it different, unique and more immersive than the regular television chat shows. Presented by Cetaphil, the show will see a fascinating bunch of guests who will be interviewed by the dynamic Anushka Sen in a non-formal setup. So, secrets are bound to be vented out and some interesting gossip is sure to come your way.
The limited episodes chat show will feature a guest every episode including actresses Krystle D’Souza, Riddhima Pandit, Chef Shipra Khanna, and Aesthetic Physician Dr Monica Jacob who will be seen having a discussion with the host about their work, food habits, skincare, personal life and much more.
The format of the show will allow the audience to see their favourite celebrities get candid and share insights into their life while providing some blazing skin care tips to the viewers. The show promises fun games and interactive sessions to bring entertainment and drama to the viewers.
Zee Entertainment Enterprises chief growth officer – ad sales Ashish Sehgal shared, “Over the years Zee Café has garnered popularity amongst the viewers, making it prevalent in the eyes of the investors and the sponsors. Our new show, Not Just a Chat Show is presented in collaboration with Cetaphil, and we are elated as it opens a completely new avenue of growth for us. We are extremely enthusiastic about the launch and are sure it will garner the viewership we are hoping for.”
Zee Entertainment Enterprises chief cluster officer – North, West and premium Amit Shah said, “At Zee Café, we have consistently kept the consumers’ evolving preferences at the centre, wherein we introduced Indian original programming to present more relatable and entertaining content to the viewers. With the success of the first two original formats Dance With Me and Chef Vs Fridge and the support we garnered from the viewers, we are inspired to bring more to each one of you. We stay committed to presenting engaging content to our viewers and delivering higher value to our partners through unique propositions. With ‘Not Just A Chat Show’, we aim to give the viewers a peek into the lives of their loved celebrities in the most candid way. We are delighted to collaborate with Cetaphil for this property, and we remain confident that the unique format of the show will make it different and more engaging from all the other chat shows. We are extremely excited for the launch and are sure the audience will enjoy watching the show as much as we loved creating it.”
Galderma India Pvt. Ltd managing director South Asia G. Sathya Narayanan said, “Zee Café in the recent past has engaged Indian viewers with their original programming. The shows have garnered audience’s love, escalating the popularity of the channel. We are glad to collaborate with a brand for this upcoming show that not only provides insights into the lives of the celebs but also brings forward the topic of Sensitive skincare. With growing pollution and changing weather conditions, it becomes extremely important to get an idea of proper skincare and busting myths related to it. This show will help the audience learn from their favourite celebs and the experts. We are sure the show will garner engagement and love from the audience.”
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
