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Star Jalsha celebrates 500 episodes of Irabotir Chupkotha
MUMBAI: Irabotir Chupkotha, one of Bengali television’s most popular shows, has recently completed 500 episodes.
A unique plot coupled with a stellar cast can only result in a successful mega serial. Irabotir Chupkotha, produced by Acropolis Entertainment is a sparkling example of this instance.
Monami Ghosh and Syed Arefin as Ira and Akash,have brought to life two characters that embody the spirit of Chalo Paltai. Two individuals in their late thirties with contrasting dispositions, eventually find solace in each other’s company.
With Irabotir Chupkatha – Bengal witnessed the journey of Iraboti and Akash who had conditioned themselves to lead mundane lives until they fell for one another and realized that it is never too late to give love a second chance.
Soon after its launch in August 2018,Iraboti made her nest in the hearts of the women in Bengal. They loved, laughed, cried and rejoiced together.
As the story took an 18-year leap, we saw Monami Ghosh in a double role- playing the titular character- Iraboti as well as Saloni- Iraboti’s long-lost daughter.
There are major twists and turns awaiting the viewer as the show progresses post the leap. The viewers are invited to tune in every Monday to Sunday at 11 pm only on Star Jalsha SD and Star Jalsha HD.
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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.
