Netflix, hoichoi in pact to take Bengali stories to wider audiences 
JioHotstar to offer ‘Ramayana’ on pay-per-view after theatrical run 
MIB issues advisory for TV channels on news reporting, AI use 
Netflix to expand ads plan to 15 new countries in 2027 
News18, TaMo to mark Oct 23 as ‘National Saarthi Diwas’ 
Airtel launches voice-only prepaid plans starting at Rs 185 
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ series to begin filming in 2027, says Constance Wu 
Shanaya Kapoor’s ‘Student of the Year: After Dark’ set for Nov 13 
‘The Odyssey’ to arrive on Prime Video on Nov 17 
Meta adds new AI tools for forum admins 
Prabhas’ ‘Fauzi’ teaser released on 47th birthday 
As the New Year dawns, COLORS is gearing up to enthrall audiences with yet another captivating love saga, ‘Mera Balam Thanedaar.’
Renowned for its diverse and impactful storytelling, COLORS aims to weave a compelling narrative through the intricate lives of Veer Pratap Singh and Bulbul Rajawat, portrayed by Shagun Pandey and Shruti Choudhary respectively.
The show, produced by Shashi Sumeet Productions, ventures into the tale of a couple entangled in a marriage shrouded in deception. Scheduled to premiere on January 3 and airing from Monday to Friday at 9:30 pm exclusively on COLORS, the series is set against the picturesque backdrop of Rajasthan.
‘Mera Balam Thanedaar’ explores the contrasting personalities of Veer, an honest IPS Officer, and Bulbul, a vibrant young girl who finds herself embroiled in a marriage based on a hidden truth about her age.
Unbeknownst to Bulbul, her parents have concealed her real age, while Veer, a staunch opponent of deceit, unintentionally becomes a part of an underage marriage.
The producers, Shashi Mittal and Sumeet Mittal, express their enthusiasm for crafting stories that resonate with audiences across India. The series, shot in the breathtaking locales of Mandawa, Pushkar, and Kishangarh, aims to authentically capture the essence of Rajasthan’s culture and locales.
Shagun Pandey, essaying the role of Veer Pratap Singh, embraces the opportunity to portray an upright character standing against deceit. His character, known for opposing underage marriages, finds himself entangled in this very scenario with Bulbul, portrayed by Shruti Choudhary. Choudhary, thrilled to embody the complexities of Bulbul’s character, aims to evoke her innocence, vulnerability, and courage on screen.
With the promise of an intriguing storyline and the chemistry between the lead pair, ‘Mera Balam Thanedaar’ endeavors to explore the journey of Veer and Bulbul amidst the challenges of a deceptive marriage.
As the series unfolds, viewers will witness the evolution of Veer and Bulbul’s relationship, grappling with the complexities of love and deceit. Tune in to COLORS from January 3 onwards, airing every Monday to Friday at 9:30 pm, to witness the tale of ‘Mera Balam Thanedaar.’
