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Hrithik Roshan joins Star Bharat’s “Bhula De Darr, Kuch Alag Kar” crusade
MUMBAI: Fear holds you back, makes you rethink and ultimately stops you from achieving what you are really capable of. However, the real hero is someone who fights fear rather than getting consumed by it, emerging triumph in whatever they want to achieve in life thus inspiring others. The most successful figures of our country have overcome inner fears and social hindrances to succeed. After cricketers Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Mithali Raj, actors Ajay Devgn and Siddharth Malhotra shared their views on the importance of Star Bharat’s ideology – Bhul De Darr, Kuch Alag Kar, the latest one to join the brigade is none other than Hrithik Roshan. Hrithik, who wholeheartedly believes in the inspiring ideology, expressed the importance of self-belief.
The renowned actor reminisces how he was discouraged from becoming an actor, but he kept believing in his dreams and earned respect and recognition. Not only did Hrithik posted the inspiring video on his social media account, but Star Bharat too shared the same to spread the strong message which has so far garnered more than two million views. Star Bharat, through its line-up of meaningful, inspiring and thought-provoking shows aims at encouraging viewers to chase their dreams and not let fear stop anyone from achieving their goals.
The philosophical video effectively conveys the brand messaging that fear can be defeated with courage, determination and self-belief. So join Star Bharat in its movement to confront fear with its ideology, Bhula De Darr, Kuch Alag Kar!
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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.
