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Zee Telugu to pay tribute to all the frontline workers on International Dance Day
MUMBAI: In light of the present global circumstances, our frontline workers have truly risen to the occasion with utmost selflessness – they are no less than superheroes. Zee Telugu is all set to pay tribute to them on the occasion of International Dance Day.
Zee Telugu, along with its talented artistes such as Sudha Chandran from No.1 Kodalu, Prajwal PD from Suryakantham and Jaya Kavi from Thoorpu Padamara, is set to pay homage to all the frontline workers out there.
These artists have come together to perform on ‘Vijayibhava’ from the film Manikarnika – The Queen of Jhansi. The performance will be out on Zee Telugu social media platforms to entertain their digital viewers on 29 April.
Sudha Chandran says, “Dance means everything me; it is like fresh air that rejuvenates my life. I plea to almighty that I leave this world with ghungroos on my feet. ‘Vijayibhava’ is dedicated to all frontline workers in the fight against the Covid2019 pandemic, committed to defeating the virus.
“We, humans, are bestowed with the inner strength to fight against all odds and today we all have risen above the situation, through dance, emotions, humanity and government policies. Soon there will be better days and for now, stay home and be safe,” adds Chandran.
In addition, Aqsa Khan, Roshan, Jai Chauhan and Maha Lakshmi enacted on ‘Vijayibhava’ from film Manikarnika – Queen of Jhansi. Real-life couple Siddharth Varma and Vishnu Priya perform on evergreen song ‘Nagina’ from film Sakhi. Jyothi Reddy, Raktha Sambandham fame to mesmerize everyone with her classical moves on ‘Koluvai unnade’ from film Swarnakamalam.
The performances of anchor Laasya, anchor Shyamala, Dhanraj, Adhirindi fame Venu and anchor Ravi with their kids to the ‘Kontegani Pattuko’ song from the film Mumbai will also be shown.
The channel will be airing all these stunning performances for their ardent television fans on 29 April on the occasion of International Dance Day.
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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.
