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Zindagi strengthens prime time band with two new shows
MUMBAI: After launching two new shows on 19 October namely Yahan Pyar Nahi Hai and Malaal in the 9 pm and 10 pm slot respectively, Zindagi is planning to launch two more shows in the coming week.
While the new show titled Daam will occupy the 8.30 pm time slot, Ashk will be aired at 9.30 pm. With this, the channel has strengthened its prime time slot from 8.30 pm to 10.30 pm with four new offerings.
Come 26 October, the channel will launch Daam at 8.30 pm. The show narrates the tale of two best friends, Zara and Maliha who enjoys strong bond of friendship despite their economic disparities. Their unbreakable friendship faces challenge Maliha’s brother Junaid shows interest in marrying Zara. In an effort to break Zara & Junaid’s bond of love Maliha offers her friend a ‘daam’ to leave her brother. The show stars Aamina Sheikh, Adeel Hussain, Sanam Baloch and Sanam Saeed.
On the other hand, Ashk will premiere on 29 October in the 9.30 pm slot. The show stars Fawad Khan and Mehreen Raheel. The story is about Rohail (Fawad Khan) who lives in Turkey and has never experienced pain in love. Madiha friend of Rohail loves him but the love is not mutual. Rohail leaves for Pakistan to marry his cousin Mehr-u-nisa, but on his arrival he rejects her and expresses his preference for his sister Zaib-u-nisa. Mehr and Zaid are sisters. Zaib agrees to marry Rohail to take revenge of her sister.
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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.
