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Zing brings Korean dramas and fiction shows in Hindi
Mumbai: India’s leading entertainment channel, Zing is all set to bring a special segment featuring Korean fiction shows in Hindi. The move comes following their motto, ‘Apni Vibe, Apni Tribe’.
With this, Zing becomes the only Indian channel to bring all these popular K-Dramas in Hindi.
The special segment for K-Dramas called the “Hallyu Time” will be broadcasted from 6 pm to 7 pm on weekdays. The platform has an enviable ensemble of fascinating Korean fiction shows, specially curated for the youth.
This collection of dramas will get updated from time to time as per the viewers’ demand.
The interesting “Hallyu Time” line-up is a celebration of Korean art and culture. It includes endearing slice-of-life stories of love, friendship and achievements. The first on the list Fight for My Way (June), featuring popular actors Park Seo Joon and Kim Ji Won, is a story of two individuals, who wades through all the hurdles of life to fulfill their dreams. Angel’s Last mission (July), the next show in the line-up, will make you fall in love all over again; Cheer Up (August) is a story of a bunch of young adults forming a cheerleading club; Meow the Secret Boy (September) is an out-and-out romantic comedy. All four fiction shows have earned critical acclaim across the globe.
Talking about the initiative Zing chief channel officer Arghya Roy Chowdhary said, “At Zing, we believe in understanding and celebrating the youth and their choices. Our ‘Apni Vibe, Apni Tribe’ has been created with the idea of providing them with entertainment they can connect with. The ever-growing craze around Korean dramas / Korean fiction shows is unmissable and we wanted to do something more in that space. We have been showing K-dramas for some time now, but decided to take it to the next level by introducing a special Hallyu Time slot that will only air popular & acclaimed shows and that too in Hindi.”
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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.
