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Zee UK lines up movie bonanza for the festive season
MUMBAI: While the local counter part is yet to unviel its festive plans, Zee Network UK has planned elaborate celebration inclusive of write story here Bollywood Blockbusters, live concerts and special festive programming for the coming weeks.
As a countdown for the new year, Zee Networks Entertaiment and Movie arms, Zee TV and Zee Cinema have lined up more than 40 blockbuster films. The movies are scheduled to air throughout the day during the holiday season from 20 December 2003 to 1 January 2004, says a company release.
The line up of the films include the year’s super hit Chalte Chalte, which will air on 27 December, the ever green Sholay on 31Dec, Shakti- The Power, Biwi No.1, Pukar, Hera Pheri and Darna Mana Hai.
According to Zee Network (UK), head of programming, Pranab Kapadia, “We have always believed in giving our viewers the very best in entertainment. These films which have been chosen have drama, comedy, action, etc.In short, they will have catered to people of all ages.”
Besides the movie line up, the UK network has slotted 10 concerts in the same period which includes Heartthrobs -Hritikh Roashan’s first show abroad- Lata Mangeshkar-live in concert, A.R Rehman -live in concert and others.
That apart, Zee Network has also lined up a special interview with actor Paresh Rawal in the Heart to Heart series. The interview comes in an apt time, since the actors play sponsored by Zee Network Naughty@Forty is doing rounds of UK’s Theatre circuits. The well known actor talks about his career, Bollywood, his love for the stage, his fans and a lot more, adds the release.
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.
