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Mayavi Maling: A never-seen-before world of fantasy on Indian television
Mumbai: The spectacular promo of the VFX extravaganza, Mayavi Maling, has sparked great curiosity amongst the audience and garnered immense appreciation. The grandeur of the show promises to capture everyone’s imagination and transport the audience to a fantasy world. Its compelling storyline laced with magic, action, romance, mystery and thrill will catch audience’s attention delighting adults and children alike, thus making it a fitting family entertainer.
Mayavi Maling is an engaging tale of finding the strength within and standing up against even the mightiest of evils. The three simple human princesses of Maling are tasked with the grave responsibility of saving their prosperous and tranquil kingdom, when immensely powerful blue winged beings blessed with magical powers, threaten to capture their kingdom. Their quest to defend their beloved empire takes them on an enthralling journey filled with magic, adventure and self-realization.
Set in a fantasy world, the show features Neha Solanki, Vaani Sood and Gracy Goswami as the three princesses – Pranali, Eshwarya and Garima respectively. Actor Shakti Anand essays the role of the princesses’ father and the King of Maling, whereas Harshad Arora, takes on the role of Angad, the powerful and evil Prince of Mahapuram, a neighbouring kingdom.
Apart from its stellar cast, the show boasts of state-of-the-art technology that brings alive the magical world. Internationally acclaimed VFX stalwart Prana Studios that has worked on renowned projects including the Game of Thrones and Thor : The Dark World has created the spellbinding visual effects for Mayavi Maling. The engrossing storyline and universe is the brainchild of the creator of the show Vivek Bahl and Peninsula Pictures. Ace Bollywood art director Rajat Poddar’s vision promises to wow the audiences and transport them to this magical world.
Expressing the excitement, Vivek Bahl says, “Mayavi Maling is the perfect blend of gripping storyline and visual masterpiece. It will set a new benchmark for family entertainers on Indian television. The well-sketched characters, detailed storyline, setup and visual effects make it one of the most inimitable offering for audiences across the country. We are confident that people will enjoy it as much as we are joyous to present it for them.”
MUMBAI: Lights, camera… connection because this time, the game isn’t just about winning, it’s about who’s with you. Sony Pictures Networks India is gearing up to launch a new reality game show, Tum Ho Naa, expanding its unscripted slate with a format that promises both emotion and engagement.
The show will premiere soon on Sony Entertainment Television and stream on Sony LIV, with Rajeev Khandelwal stepping in as host. Known for his measured screen presence and selective choices, Khandelwal’s return to television adds a layer of familiarity and credibility to the upcoming format.
While specific details of the gameplay remain under wraps, the positioning suggests a reality format that leans as much on emotional resonance as it does on competition, an increasingly popular blend in Indian television, where audiences are gravitating towards content that offers both stakes and storytelling.
Khandelwal, reflecting on his return, noted that his choices have often been guided by instinct rather than convention, describing Tum Ho Naa as a project that feels “close to the heart”. His association also signals Sony’s continued focus on anchoring new formats with recognisable faces who bring both relatability and depth.
The launch comes at a time when broadcasters are doubling down on original non-fiction formats to drive appointment viewing, even as digital platforms expand parallel reach. By placing the show across both linear television and OTT, Sony appears to be aiming for a dual-audience strategy capturing traditional viewers while engaging digital-first consumers.
As the countdown to premiere begins, Tum Ho Naa positions itself not just as another game show, but as a reminder that sometimes, the biggest prize on screen isn’t the jackpot, it’s the journey shared along the way.
