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Zee Telugu to launch two fiction shows on Makar Sankranti
MUMBAI: Zee Telugu has always been at the forefront in providing rich and diverse content to the viewers. The channel is further strengthening its content offerings by narrating tales across a range of subjects which will offer viewers a wide variety of emotions and strike conversations around socially relevant subjects. As Zee Telugu always believes in the ‘content-first’ philosophy, it continues to sharpen their creativity, concepts, and initiatives that embody the same vision.
With deep-rooted storytelling at the core, the channel has will launch two new fiction shows at Zee Telugu’s Sankranti Sambaralu event happening in Machilipatnam. Zee Telugu has introduced ‘Thoorpu Padamara’ theme teaser and the title song of ‘Prema Entha Madhuram’ which was shot in Kashmir. Over the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, anchored by exuberant Pradeep Machiraju and chirpy Shyamala, Sankranti Sambaralu event will bring Zee Telugu Kutumbam under one roof.
‘Prema Entha Madhuram’, a remake of Zee Marathi’s popular show ‘Tula Pahate Re’ which was later remade as ‘Jothe Jotheyali’ in Zee Kannada, wheels around unconventional love story of a couple belonging to different generations and stands as a witness to the love that surpasses materialistic limits of age, status, and lifestyle, to prove the purity in love between two individuals. Starring Venkat Sriram and Varsha HK as the leads, for the first time on Indian Television, the title song of a serial was shot in Pahalgam, Kashmir at -10.5 degrees in just 10 hours’ time.
The story of ‘Thoorpu Padamara’ revolves around two young girls played by Yamini and Jaya Kavi. The show narrates the contrasting attitudes of the girls towards life and the repercussions they face in their lives due to the decisions they take. The show marks the comeback of Zee Telugu’s popular face Yamini who was last featured in channel’s super hit shows ‘Muthyala Muggu’ and ‘Meenakshi’. Actor Pranay will play opposite Yamini, while Vinay will share the screen with Jaya Kavi.
The channel has lined up special offerings for its viewers to celebrate the Sankranti fervor and gaiety of the festival with a mix of special games, coupled with fantastic music and performances.
The big bang performances of Zee Telugu Kutumbam and the launch of the fiction shows will be coming soon on Zee Telugu and Zee Telugu HD.
To enjoy the shows, customers will have to subscribe to Zee Telugu, available in the Zee Prime Pack at Rs. 20 per month.
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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.
