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Zee’s Q1 net shows a marginal rise of 5%
Zee Telefilms along with its subsidiaries has registered what could be its lowest Q1 net profit in the recent past. The company showed a rise of a meagre 5% in its net profit for the first quarter of the year 2000-2001. The consolidated net profit for the current quarter is Rs 32 crore as against the corresponding figure of Rs 30.5 crore for the same period of the last year.
Various reasons can be stated for this poor performance. To begin with, the unaudited results of the company reveal that a large amount has been written off for the total operating profit of 50 crore. Zee has hived off Rs 18.3 crore as “exceptional items”. Of these exceptional items, Rs 9.8 crore has been written-off on account of the film library sold by ZTL to its subsidiary. It can be mentioned that a lot of controversy was generated when this sale was shown by ZTL as a profit in its books in the previous financial year. And according to analysts, it is likely that the remaining amount from the sale of the library might be written-off over a period of time, which in turn might mean that Zee might show lower net profits for the remaining quarters as well.
Also the company has accrued losses on account of its new interactive services like E-Connect and Zee Interactive Learning Systems. Zee has registered losses of 5.2 crore and 1.4 crore respectively on the two new subsidiaries.
Interestingly, the company has shown other income as Rs 10.9 crore. This is a five times increase from the previous years figure of Rs 2 crore. Had it not been for this income, the consolidated net profit would have been even lower.
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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.
