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Sony Entertainment Television’s superstar singer to bring forth singing ka kal
MUMBAI: After a successful season of Super Dancer, Sony Entertainment Television (SET), is all set to bring forth an exciting new journey, with its latest offering #SuperstarSinger. SET enjoys a stronghold in the weekend non-fiction genre and this show comes as a clutter breaking homegrown IP that will celebrate singing talent from across the country who are under 15 years of age. Taking on the mantle as judges will be multi-talented music-director, composer and singer – Himesh Reshammiya; the soulful Bollywood playback singing– Javed Ali and an established playback singer who has mesmerized one and all with her golden voice – Alka Yagnik. Co-produced by the independent business unit of SPN – StudioNEXT and The Talent Company (TCT), Superstar Singer will premiere on June 29 and will air every Sat-Sun at 8:00pm only on Sony Entertainment Television.
With an intent to identify the country’s Singing Ka Kal, Superstar Singer will provide a platform to aspiring contestants to be groomed and guided under musically adept mentors, thereby encouraging Guru-Shishya environment. This responsibility rests with the 4 captains Jyotica Tangri, Salman Ali, Nitin Kumar and Sachin Valmiki, who have travelled to various parts of the country and hand-picked talent who bring with them a refreshing sensibility and passion towards music. The captains will help the contestant at every level and go that extra mile to ensure the equal opportunity to learn and grow.
Hosted by Jay Bhanushali, Superstar Singer promises to be a rollercoaster ride filled with exceptional singing and stories that will inspire. From a young singing aspirant, all of 6 years old to a 14 year old insisting on performing with his pet and a 11 year old wanting to make her family proud, the show will unfold many such young dynamites. The chemistry between the judges and the Captains combined with extraordinary singing talent will make weekends much more refreshing and entertaining. Join the super trio of judges and the Fantastic Four Captains as they embark on this new journey to discover India’s First Superstar Singer!
Tune in to Superstar Singer from 29th June every Sat-Sun at 8:00PM only on Sony Entertainment Television
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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.
