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Sony Pictures Networks Productions announces T for Taj Mahal
MUMBAI: Sony Pictures Networks Productions (SPN Productions), the film production arm of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN), has announced its next release for the year ‘T for Taj Mahal’. Directed by six-time president’s national award winner Kireet Khurana, the feature film portrays a fascinating journey of social entrepreneurship through a thought provoking narrative.
The cast includes acclaimed names such as Subrat Dutta, Ali Faulkner (Twilight Saga-Breaking Dawn), Bidita Bag (Babumoshai Bandookbaaz) Manoj Pahwa (Hey Ram) and Pitobash (Million Dollar Arm) in pivotal roles.
Rooted in the heartland of India, the film is a relevant and timely story exploring a subject that is a big challenge in the country – the lack of education. After Piku, Azhar, Mubarakan, Poster Boys, the studio is backing yet another content driven film staying true to its aim of presenting stories that engage, evoke and entertain.
SPNP is all set for 2 releases this year, ‘Soorma’ and ‘T for Taj Mahal’ amongst others to be announced.
‘T for Taj Mahal’ is produced by Sony Pictures Networks Productions and Abis Rizvi.
MUMBAI: India’s most famous hot seat is about to welcome an unlikely first-timer. For the first time on Hindi general entertainment television, industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla will appear on Kaun Banega Crorepati, the iconic quiz show hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.
The special episode marks a rare meeting point of boardroom heft and prime-time television, bringing one of India’s most influential business leaders face to face with the country’s most enduring screen legend. It is a crossover that blends intellect, leadership and popular culture, all under KBC’s familiar spotlight.
Birla’s appearance dovetails neatly with the show’s current theme, Jahaan Akal Hai, Wahan Akad Hai, which celebrates the confidence that comes from clarity of thought and knowledge. His presence lends weight to the idea that sharp thinking and conviction are as vital in life as they are in the quiz chair.
In a thoughtful conversation with Bachchan, Birla shared an upbeat view of India’s economic journey, pointing to the nation’s rapid growth and the scale of opportunity opening up across industries and communities. He spoke of momentum, ambition and a future shaped by enterprise and ideas.
The episode is not all serious talk. In lighter moments, Birla confessed his long-standing admiration for Bachchan, calling him his favourite actor and admitting to a touch of nervousness at answering questions in front of the Shahenshah himself. The candour adds a human touch to a man more often seen in headlines than on television sets.
The special episode airs on Monday, 29 December at 9.00 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.
