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The Laughter epidemic rages on Star One
Here’s your chance to catch the ‘Golden moments’ of The Great Indian Laughter Challenge Dwitiya as Star One showcases memorable instances of the show right from it’s inception till the final on Friday, June 30 at 10:00 pm. The show raged on for 18 weeks, chronicling the successes and struggles of some of India’s and Pakistan’s best comic talents. From Rauf Lala’s famous ‘Tarzan’ joke to the Pakistani Jodi’s Tak Taka Tak, from Khayali Saharan’s satirical comedy to Dr. Tushar Shah’s subtle punches, relive the emotions, nostalgia and nail biting moments as you journey with them till the ‘Hasi Ka Shahenshah’ is announced. Cruise along with the ‘Wizards of wit’ – Navjot Singh Sidhu and Shekhar Suman and a host of celebrity judges like Bipasha Basu, Hrithik Roshan, Priyanka Chopra etc. who were part of The Great Indian Laughter Challenge ‘Dwitiya’.
For all those who missed out on The Great Indian Laughter Challenge ‘Dwitiya’, no need to fret! Make sure to tune-in and catch up on the ‘double dose of inimitable humour’ on Friday, June 30 2006 only on Star ONE.
About the show:
The show has been a phenomenon in itself, bringing the entire nation to a groundbreaking experience that had taken millions of Indians voting for their favourite contestants. The show also created a grandeur platform for upcoming comedians from India and across the border who demonstrated their creativity and gained phenomenal recognition amongst the comic aficionados. The show raged on for 18 weeks before culminating into the grand finale which saw Rauf Lala from Pakistan being crowned the winner. Rajiv Nigam from Mumbai was awarded the first runner-up position and Khayali Saharan, Pratap Fauzdar jointly shared the second runner-up place.
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Komal Lath
Vaishnavi Corporate Communications
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Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
