Drama Series
Blitz ensures buzz around Sanyukt’s replacement elderly love-story “Aisi Deewangi…”, on air from 22 May
MUMBAI: They were born to hate … but destined to love! Zee TV’s next primetime fiction offering Aisi Deewangi … Dekhi Nahi Kahin is an action-packed love story of two young passionate souls, the dynamics between whom are more likely to develop into intense hatred rather than love. Based in the hinterlands of Gujarat, the story focuses on Tejaswani and Prem, but the epicenter of all the drama is Dharam Singh Rathod, Prem’s father and a dreaded don of yesteryears.
Tejaswani and Prem are poles apart in personality and come from diverse family backgrounds. With Tejaswini’s father being an honest, upright, martyred cop, nothing between her and Prem could even be faintly similar. It is circumstances that result in them fiercely locking horns. The show starts on 22 May, airs every Monday to Friday at 7:30 PM, only on Zee TV.
The 52-year-old retired don Dharam Singh Rathod has a constant fear that his past will come back to haunt him in the present. His son Prem is a spirited, young man with swagger bordering on arrogance, his own set of strong principles and above all, an undying devotion to his much revered, influential father. Tejaswini, having lost her father at a tender age, is a feisty, firebrand who stands up tall and strong for fairplay and justice. She is physically strong and agile, can crumble someone’s confidence with the power of her penetrating eyes.
Tejaswani has grown up hearing stories of her father’s valour and courage. He was in the police department and died to become a martyr fighting evil. She, in a turn of events, finds out that her father was mercilessly killed in a crowded market by none other than Dharam Singh Rathod. What ensues then is a dramatic, action-packed, romance that is tainted with the thirst for revenge.
Veteran Gujarati theatre and film actor Rasik Dave will play the character of Dharam Singh Rathod, who doesn’t instill fear in people but still commands respect! After a series of auditions, debutante Jyoti Sharma has been cast as Tejawani. The handsome Pranav Misshra will be seen making his debut as the hero of the show.
The show is supported by a high-decibel marketing campaign that will bring alive the concept through a thought mnemonic of ‘Deewangi meter’ across mediums – print, radio and outdoor. Digitally, the channel has collaborated with user-generated content website AKKARBAKKAR.COM to showcase eight real life stories of love against all odds. On radio, RJ’s will engage the listeners with real-life, absolutely fun and uncanny deewangi stories and key markets will see interactive and distinct outdoor hoardings.
Deepak Rajadhyaksha, Deputy Business Head Zee TV shares, ‘Aisi Deewangi … Dekhi Nahi Kahin is an action-packed love story – our single-screen mass entertainer on television. It is a rollercoaster of fiery emotions, friction, power-play, love, deceit, manipulation, revenge and much more. It explores love against all odds, love between the most unlikely. The show has all the essential elements of a complete entertainer with universal appeal, cutting across barriers of age, gender or class. We have a robust, innovative 360-degree marketing campaign to ensure optimum buzz around the show in its launch phase. Aisi Deewangi .. Dekhi Nai Kahin replaces our family drama Sanyukt at 7:30PM, a show that was a differentiated concept on television with its lead pair being an elderly couple.’
The show is produced by Dee Jaa Films and Pixx Entertainment. Producer Aastha R. Naad from Dee Jaa Films shares, ‘Aisi Deewangi.. Dekhi Nai Kahin is the first show on Indian television to explore unforeseen aspects of a retired don’s personality, his values, aspirations, fears and insecurities. Our leading lady Tejaswini is truly aspirational and inspiring, constantly standing up for justice. Tejaswini represents the woman of today, who is not purely emotional but has a sense of balance between emotions and righteousness. She thinks from both her right and left brain. Her sense of justice is strong enough to even make her lock horns with her own family members if need be. Each of our show’s characters are strong, well-etched and author-backed with intense drama that will unfold between them at a racy pace. It’s an entertaining love story and has the masala of both film and television amalgamated in to one”.
Will an undeniable spark ignite between Tejaswini and Prem against the backdrop of Dharam Singh Rathod’s underworld history?
Drama Series
Eric Dane, Grey’s Anatomy’s McSteamy, dies after ALS diagnosis
Dane’s death follows months of campaigning on motor neurone disease
MUMBAI: Shakira’s hips don’t lie and neither does the buzz, the Colombian superstar is shaking up India with a long-awaited return, headlining the Feeding India Concert 2026 across two cities for the first time ever. Announced on 20 February 2026, the third edition of the music-for-change initiative organised by not-for-profit Feeding India alongside District by Zomato brings the multiple Grammy winner to Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi Racecourse on 10 April and Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on 15 April. Presented by HSBC India and exclusively ticketed via District, the shows mark Shakira’s first major India gigs in nearly two decades.
Fans have been waiting eagerly for this Latin pop powerhouse known for anthems like Hips Don’t Lie, Whenever, Wherever, and the iconic World Cup hit Waka Waka to light up the stage again. But it’s not just about the beats, Shakira’s involvement amps up the national conversation on hunger and child malnutrition. Through her Barefoot Foundation, she’s long championed education and welfare for vulnerable kids worldwide, a mission that dovetails neatly with Feeding India’s push toward the UN’s Zero Hunger goal by 2030.
Shakira said, “Performing in India has always been special to me, and I’m excited to connect with my fans across Mumbai and Delhi. The Feeding India Concert is about more than music, it’s about standing together to ensure every child has access to the nutrition they need to thrive.”
District by Zomato CEO Rahul Ganjoo added, “This is a defining moment for the Feeding India Concert. Bringing an artist of Shakira’s global stature to two cities represents our commitment to scaling impact while delivering world-class entertainment. Music has the unique power to unite people across boundaries, and we’re leveraging that to drive meaningful conversations that can transform lives.”
Feeding India tackles hunger through government-backed systemic work, direct meal support in schools (low-income, government, and NGO), and a youth volunteer network that sparks awareness and action. The concerts unite artists, philanthropists, and everyday folks in collective action proving music can move crowds and move the needle on social issues.
Ticket details are rolling out fast, HSBC credit cardholders get exclusive 48-hour early access from 12 pm on 27 February to 12 pm on 1 March, with 10 per cent off up to Rs 1,000. General sales kick off at 1 pm on 1 March. District app users can hit ‘Notify Me’ for real-time updates. Plus, snag flexible payments Buy Now, Pay Later with 50 per cent upfront and the rest by 20 March 2026.
Opening acts drop soon via feedingindia and districtupdates pages on Instagram, or straight in the District app. Whether you’re there for the spectacle, the cause, or just to finally see Shakira live, this one’s got rhythm with real purpose turning dance floors into drivers of change.
LOS ANGELES: Eric Dane, best known for his roles in Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, has died aged 53, less than a year after revealing he had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a form of motor neurone disease.
Dane died on Thursday afternoon, after being diagnosed in April 2025. In a statement, his family said he spent his final days surrounded by close friends, his wife, the actor Rebecca Gayheart, and their two daughters.
Over the past decade, Dane was closely associated with two of television’s most recognisable characters. He played Dr Mark Sloan, nicknamed “McSteamy”, on Grey’s Anatomy, joining the series for a single episode before becoming a regular for six seasons. More recently, he appeared as Cal Jacobs in Euphoria, the troubled father of Jacob Elordi’s character Nate Jacobs.
Despite his illness, Dane continued working and completed filming for the upcoming third season of Euphoria, appearing in a wheelchair as his condition progressed. Speaking to People last year, he said he felt fortunate to remain active professionally while asking for privacy for his family.
ALS is a terminal degenerative disease that progressively impairs movement, speech and breathing. While there is no cure, progression varies widely among patients. In recent months, Dane emerged as a vocal advocate for awareness and research, using his diagnosis to highlight the condition’s impact.
Tributes followed swiftly from colleagues across the industry. Sam Levinson, creator of Euphoria, described Dane as both a gifted collaborator and a close friend, praising his warmth and generosity on and off set.
Born in San Francisco in 1972, Dane appeared in more than 140 episodes of Grey’s Anatomy between 2006 and 2021 and starred in films including X-Men: The Last Stand and Marley & Me. His death marks the loss of a familiar presence in American television, remembered as much for his resilience as for his performances.
