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Zee TV ropes in Miss America to crown the winner of DID Super Moms North America!
MUMBAI: After a phenomenal success of Dance India Dance North America 2013 and Dance India Dance Little Masters North America 2014, with more than 20,000 videos, 2 rounds of ground auditions across 16 cities, and topping the ratings chart, Zee TV Americas is all set to open doors for DID Super Moms North America. Super Moms will give a platform to women who gave up their dreams of becoming a dancer and settled for a career, family, and motherhood. DID Super Moms North America aims to give “Umeed” (Hope) to millions of mothers across North America who aspire to make a name for themselves in the field of dance.
More than 20,000 moms from all over North America have submitted their audition videos online and through ground auditions. Out of 20,000 entries received, 65 have been selected to participate and compete in the Mega Auditions round to be held in New York on November 10th 2014. Nina Davuluri – Miss America and Rupal Patel – Founder of International Arya Dance Academy, will judge contestants and select the top 12 finalists who will compete for the Crown of DID Super Moms North America!
Zee TV Americas general manager Sameer Targe said, “This is the third season of Dance India Dance North America and every year we strive to take it a notch higher. This is not just a show for us – this is a platform where we try to give back to our community and take people closer to their dreams and passion! I truly feel that there could be no one better than Nina Davuluri – to judge our Super Moms – who has truly lived her dream and passion and has become an inspiration to millions of South Asians in the US.”
Miss America Nina Davuluri added, “Growing up watching Zee TV, I’m so excited to be a judge on Dance India Dance! I can’t wait to meet all the amazing Super Moms and see them showcase their talents and live out their dreams–that’s what this is all about! I’m also thrilled to be returning to India this December for the first time since winning the title of Miss America 2014. It’s going to be a brilliant homecoming!”
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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.
