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  • Zee Telugu hits the high notes with Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs launch

    Zee Telugu hits the high notes with Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs launch

    MUMBAI: Zee Telugu is tuning up for a melodious ride as it launches the 17th season of its iconic singing reality show, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, this time in the Li’l Champs avatar. The musical journey begins on 30 August at 9 pm, with fresh young talent ready to steal hearts every Saturday night.

    Fronting the show is the ever-charismatic Sudheer, whose quick wit and charm promise to keep the energy buzzing. Guiding the contestants is a star-studded panel: singer SP Shailaja, director Anil Ravipudi, lyricist Ananth Sriram, and actor Niharika Konidela each bringing their own flair for music, cinema and storytelling. Together, they’ll mentor the budding singers while keeping audiences hooked with insights and banter.

    The line-up of contestants is as vibrant as the stage itself. Advith turned heads with a spirited take on Chaaruseela, complete with a comical American accent, while Kruthi charmed with a soothing rendition of Kokilamma. Nithyasree electrified the crowd with Magallu Vatti Maayagalle, and Aliya Fathima from Kerala proved that music knows no language barrier with her soulful Sirimalle Poova. Meanwhile, Adharv amped up the festive vibe with Dhandalayya, and Lakshmi Chowdary wowed with her jaw-dropping dual voice modulation. A surprise highlight came when singer Sameera Bharadwaj and her daughter took the stage for a playful mom-daughter duet of Kathalenno Chepparu, blending melody with comedy.

    With a mix of powerhouse voices, pint-sized confidence, and a panel that knows how to strike the right chord, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs promises to be less of a contest and more of a celebration of music, childhood and pure joy.

  • Sankranthiki Vasthunnam smashes records on Zee5 and Zee Telugu

    Sankranthiki Vasthunnam smashes records on Zee5 and Zee Telugu

    MUMBAI: Zee5, has set new benchmarks with the phenomenal success of Sankranthiki Vasthunnam. Since its digital debut on 1 March, the film has amassed over 360 million streaming minutes, marking the most successful launch ever on Zee5. Its television premiere on Zee Telugu was equally groundbreaking, achieving a staggering 18.1 TVR (SD+HD), the highest World Television Premiere (WTP) rating in India in the last 2.5 years.

    The film is also the only one in the past 2.5 years to exceed 10 million AMAs (Average Minute Audience), recording an impressive 11.1 million AMAs. This exceptional performance highlights the growing appetite for high-quality entertainment on both digital and TV platforms.

    Originally released in cinemas to widespread acclaim, the Venkatesh Daggubati-starrer enthralled audiences with its vibrant festive setting and engaging storyline, grossing over Rs 300 crore worldwide. Its OTT debut on Zee5 shattered previous platform records, surpassing 100 million streaming minutes within just 12 hours.

    Zee5 stated, “The overwhelming response to Sankranthiki Vasthunnam reaffirms our dedication to bringing compelling storytelling to audiences across India and beyond. This record-breaking performance underscores our promise to deliver top-tier entertainment.”

    Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film follows Damodara Raju (Daggubati), a former deputy commissioner of police, as he is approached by his ex-girlfriend and assistant commissioner Meenakshi (Meenakshi Chaudhary) for help in solving a high-profile kidnapping case. The victim, Satya Akella, a CEO of a multinational conglomerate, vanishes under mysterious circumstances. Adding a comedic element to the intense investigation, Damodara Raju’s wife, Bhagyalakshmi (Aishwarya Rajesh), insists on joining the mission to keep a close watch on her husband and his former flame. The film seamlessly blends action and humour, making it an instant favourite among viewers.

  • AbhiBus comes up with a refreshing new ad campaign

    AbhiBus comes up with a refreshing new ad campaign

    Mumbai: AbhiBus, an online bus-ticketing platform in India, has launched an exciting new ad campaign featuring Tollywood Superstar Mahesh Babu and the king of comedy Rajendra Prasad. Set to kick off this summer, the campaign will feature the magical duo of Mahesh Babu and Rajendra Prasad in a series of ads set to launch across different festival seasons throughout the year. The new ad campaign has been directed by none other than Anil Ravipudi of F2 and Sarileru Neekevvaru fame. The ad highlights the last-minute booking that AbhiBus offers to millions of travelers across India. Whether it’s a short trip or a long journey, AbhiBus remains the preferred choice for hassle-free bus bookings.

    The ads will be launched across TV and digital platforms. The first TVC, released today, features a lively banter between a playful uncle and his nephew. The advertisement starts with Babai (Rajendra Prasad) preparing for his exam; Abhi (Mahesh Babu) enters the room and asks what he is doing. Babai responds that he has promised Kanakam that he will top the exam. Abhi, seeing nothing he can do and not wanting to engage further, tries to leave. Babai then asks Abhi to go for a trip to Tirupati, thus leading to a comical turn of events that results in the duo embarking on a last-minute bus journey to Tirupathi, showcasing the fast and seamless booking process of AbhiBus.

    The idea was to design a campaign matching AbhiBus’ energetic and vibrant brand image. The brand decided to team up with Rajendra Prasad and Mahesh Babu, as the dynamic duo are known for their on-screen chemistry and comedic timing. With a focus on incorporating humor and relatability, the ads will feature funny interactions and playful banter between the two actors.

    AbhiBus (ixigo bus business) CEO Rohit Sharma shared his excitement about the launch of the campaign, stating, “We are thrilled to collaborate with the iconic Mahesh Babu who has been a long-standing brand ambassador of AbhiBus for the past eight years, and the immensely talented Rajendra Prasad for our new brand campaign. While RP is a legend with close to 50 years in the film industry, Mahesh is a household name and a star. The duo has created magic on screens every time they have appeared together and it is this chemistry and humorous energy that we have drawn on in our upcoming series of ads.  Their immense popularity and relatability make them perfect ambassadors to convey our message of celebrating travel and togetherness with your loved ones. Through this campaign, we aim to connect with our audience on a deeper level and reinforce our commitment to providing seamless and joyful travel experiences.”

    Speaking on the occasion Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu said, “As an actor, I’ve always admired brands that consistently uphold their promise of delivering quality and ensuring customer satisfaction. AbhiBus stands out as one such brand with which I’ve been associated for the past eight years. Their commitment to offering seamless travel experiences and dependable bus services is truly commendable. It has been a pleasure to align myself with a brand that demonstrates consistency and reliability in their services, and I eagerly anticipate the continuation of this partnership for many more years ahead.”

  • aha Telugu brings Anil Ravipudi as chairman of ‘Comedy Stock Exchange’

    aha Telugu brings Anil Ravipudi as chairman of ‘Comedy Stock Exchange’

    Mumbai: Director Anil Ravipudi is all set to venture into OTT with aha. The much-anticipated show, Comedy Stock Exchange, is set to bring celebrated comedy figures to the stage, where they will light up the crowd and serve up plenty of laughs.

    Commenting on his debut on OTT and the show, Anil Ravipudi said, “It’s a pleasure to work on Comedy Stock Exchangewith talented actors. I’m excited about this fun and rib-tickling ride and hope that viewers accept this show with open arms and embrace my debut into OTT.”

    With the arrival of the holiday season, prepare for a slew of rib-tickling comedy on aha Telugu. SOL Productions is in charge of the special stand-up show.

    The show’s trailer, which was recently released, tickled people’s funny bones. Comedy stars Venu, Mukku, Avinash, Saddam, Express Hari, Bhaskar, and Gynaneshwar are all set to foray into the OTT and showcase their never-before-seen comical sides. Sudigali Sudheer, who is making her OTT debut with this show, hosts the show.