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Zee launches TV app for APAC market
MUMBAI: After making its application available to users in the US, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL) has now launched the same for its Asia Pacific viewers, which gives them access to instant and unlimited access to a wide variety of content.
Called Zeefamily.tv app, subscribers in the region can now enjoy a large library comprising hundreds of classic and new Bollywood movie and will also have access to episodes of Zee shows.
Currently this service is available in Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. It will be activated for six locations in Asia Pacific to start with post which it will be opened for the remaining markets. The app will contain more than 25+ Zee channels including general entertainment, movies, news and regional content thus offering one stop shop for complete entertainment experience.
Zee business head Asia Pacific Sushruta Samanta said, “The app has received a wonderful traction in the US market since its launch. The catch-up feature and the VOD option have found strong preference within our viewers. We are expecting a similar trend in the widely distributed diaspora population within the Asia Pacific region.”
It will act as an important tool to fight piracy and illegal viewership of our content within the online viewing community.
The app is not only available on any web browser but also on devices including iOS and Android smart phones and tablets. The first 30 days will be given for free trial post which pay subscription will begin.
Viewers will be able to register for a TV package of its own choice on https://www.zeefamily.tv/Packages. Zee Family’s Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD) service will allow members to re-watch episodes of their favorite shows and for movie buffs special monthly movie subscription package that allows unlimited access to its library is available.
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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.
