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Zee Zest’s ‘Grand Trunk Rasoi’ returns with new season on 20 Sept
Mumbai: After the successful first season of “Grand Trunk Rasoi”, Zee Zest has announced to bring the next edition of the culinary show. Featuring chef Saransh Goila as a host, the new season will be aired at 1 p.m every Monday and Tuesday from 20 September.
With the show, Zee Zest promises to enlighten the viewers about the lesser-known culinary facts and traditional recipes spanning the countries of India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. “Each episode of this series creates an enriching experience with its engaging visuals and distinctive storytelling methods. It is filled to the brim with culinary wisdom, food traditions, and anecdotes,” it shared in a statement.
Globally known for his irresistible rendition of the classic Butter Chicken, chef Goila hails from a family that migrated from Sindh to Delhi during the partition. He adds a personal touch to the show by taking his mother’s recipes and recreating some of his childhood favourites.
“Grand Trunk Rasoi 2 transports viewers to regions of immense historic and cultural significance, through a refreshed format that is sure to pique their curiosity,” said Zee Zest business head Amit Nair on the new season.
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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.
