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Zee Tele to merge 4 subsidiaries
MUMBAI: Zee Telefilms has decided to merge Kaveri Entertainment, Programme Asia Trading Company, El Zee Television and Dakshin Media with itself.
The decision comes after an announcement made by Zee executives following a meeting they had in February this year. The officials claim that simplification of the complex structure and elimination of inefficiencies due to changes in the regulatory and tax framework, are the main causes of the amalgamation, says a report in Business Standard.
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, says report. It further states that 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 company has scheduled an extraordinary AGM on 25 October 2002, to seek approval for the merger, which it asserts is part of restructuring aimed at reducing the number of subsidiaries from 23 to 12. ETC Networks and Padmalaya Telefilms were acquired by Zee over the past few months.
Also, Zee Telefilms Ltd has fixed the book closure for the payment of dividend from 24 October, 2002 to 25 October, 2002 (both days inclusive) for the purpose of payment of dividend. Earlier the company had fixed 23 October 23 to 24 October (both days inclusive) as book closure date for payment of dividend.
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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.
