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In 2025, Hindi TV trends show a blend of traditional long-running daily soaps and an increasing influence from digital streaming (OTT) platforms, which introduce diverse genres and modern storytelling to a wider audience. Today, we look at the key trends that dominated this year.

Farrhana Bhatt expresses her desire to do TV shows; says, ‘It is extremely engaging…’

Farrhana Bhatt's comment on her preference for films over television ignited a significant discussion across various platforms. Fans and celebrities, including Salman Khan, criticized the actress for supposedly belittling the television industry. She has now expressed that she wants to be a part of television shows. Read on to know more…

Siddharth Nigam on toughest years of his career and his musical play Kaneez

Siddharth Nigam reflected on the toughest phase of his career, admitting that the industry’s uncertainty tested his patience, finances and confidence. Despite early success with Dhoom 3 and Ashoka, he told Moneycontrol the journey was far from easy.

Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, Kamya Punjabi and more TV celebs who struggled with mental health

Several Hindi television actors have openly discussed their mental health struggles to raise awareness and break the associated stigma. Their experiences, ranging from depression due to career lulls to bipolar disorder, highlight that mental illness can affect anyone.

Korean veteran actor Lee Soon Jae dies at 91, tributes pour in from film, TV and political leaders

Korean veteran actor Lee Soon Jae, a towering figure of film and television for six decades, passed away at 91 on 25 November, his agency confirming the loss that has deeply moved audiences and artistes alike.

Saloni Daini on why she took a break from TV and reality shows: 'Being a kid in comedy circus, doing night shifts, performing 12 pages of scripts in one take had become stressful'

Saloni Daini, once a beloved child star known for her sharp comic timing, stepped away from television not due to controversy but to rest, recover from burnout, and rediscover herself beyond the spotlight.

Exclusive - Kaveri Priyam on pay disparity, says TV shows are female centric yet 'male actors get a huge amount of money while the female actors are getting half'

Kaveri Priyam, who began with small roles in 2017, rose to fame as Kuhu in Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke and later impressed with lead performances in Ziddi Dil Maane Na and Dil Diyaan Gallaan.

Indkal in talks to raise $80 mn after $20-mn bridge round; eyes smartphone manufacturing JV

The $80 million round will also help Indkal build component manufacturing capabilities, especially sub-assemblies, through its electronics manufacturing services (EMS) partners.

Dixon, Amber, other EMS firms hail GST cut for TVs, ACs; say will boost demand, manufacturing

GST 2.0: The reform will not only benefit consumers but also provide a major fillip to India’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem by expanding the market base and encouraging fresh investments

GST rate cuts on ACs, TVs, dishwashers to boost consumer demand and local electronics manufacturing: MeitY

According to MeitY, the GST cut on ACs and large-screen TVs is expected to stimulate consumer demand, expanding the overall market size. The cut will also create stronger backward linkages in components such as compressors, displays, and semiconductors

TVs to get cheaper as govt slashes GST, set to boost festive demand

The move, announced at the Council’s 56th meeting on September 3, is expected to revive demand in India’s $12-billion TV market ahead of the festive season, spurring consumer upgrades to bigger screens and premium technologies like QLED and mini-LED at a time when the industry has been battling declining sales.

Top 5 TV onscreen couples who have famous names on social media

The audience ships the names and it has become a popular trend now. It is often used on social media and it is a way for the fans to show the love and support towards them. Today we list down the popular characters and their ship names.

Dip in TV revenues as broadcaster budgets remain tight: Sanjay Dwivedi, Balaji Telefilms CEO

Dwivedi added that one of the challenges of linear TV is that the prime time slot has not expanded beyond 7-11 pm in all these years.

Dixon shines in Q4 with blockbuster growth numbers

Backward integration, improving wallet share, and new product development will be key growth drivers

Dipika Kakar and Shoaib Ibrahim trolled for announcing 'New Vlog' after narrow escape from Pahalgam terror attack

Dipika Kakar and Shoaib Ibrahim have faced anger on social media following the actor's tweet about a "new vlog coming soon" in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror incident.

I’ve lived lives through my TV characters, now I want to live through cinema, says Yamini Malhotra on entering in Bollywood with Chill Maar Na Bro

Yamini Malhotra, a familiar face on Indian TV, is making waves with her Bollywood debut in Chill Maar Na Bro. In an exclusive chat, she shares insights on her journey from Bigg Boss drama to big-screen dreams and bold transitions.

Anupamaa update: Anupamaa stands with Raghav, Rahi is worried for Prem

In the latest episode of Anupamaa, Anupamaa, along with Raghav (Manish Goel), reaches her home. Raghav, who has been released from jail, asks Anupamaa to let go of her and that she shouldn't make rivals with the neighbors.

Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain writer Manoj Santoshi passes away

Famous television writer Manoj Santoshi, known for his work on Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain has passed away after battling a liver ailment. His death is a significant loss to Indian television.

Apollena actress Aditi Sharma headed for divorce six months after secret marriage, husband Abhineet accuses her of cheating

Apollena actress Aditi Sharma is headed for a bitter divorce just six months after her marriage with long time partner Abhineet Kaushik. Her husband has accused her to cheating and demanding Rs 25 lakh.

Anupamaaa promo: Anupamaa’s got a difficult choice to make; offers a public apology for peace

In Anupamaaa, emotions run high as Rahi chastises Prathana for siding with Gautam, calling her unreasonable.

New duty structure for Interactive Flat Panel display to create Rs 10,000-cr mkt; to help Dixon's display plans 

Dixon will invest in an assembly line of interactive flat-panel display TVs and parts, and the production will start in collaboration by September this year.

TV celebrity Paul Danan who had vaping addiction dies at 46, last haunting Instagram video goes viral

Paul Danan, former Hollyoaks star, tragically passed away at 46, his management confirmed. The actor had been hospitalized in 2024 due to severe health problems caused by his vaping addiction. Fans and loved ones are mourning his loss, as he was known for his talent and kindness.

Anushka Sen on her TV journey to entering in Korean industry: It’s a very big achievement for me, Exclusive

From her iconic roles in Balveer and Khatron Ke Khiladi to her groundbreaking work in the Korean entertainment industry, Anushka continues to push boundaries and explore new creative avenues.

Mahhi Vij shares a video of how she is taking care of her ailing father, says, "toughest 10 days of my life"

Mahhi Vij, a well-known television personality, has recently shared a deeply personal video on her Instagram, giving her followers a glimpse into her role as a caretaker for her ailing father. Over the past ten days, Mahhi has been nursing her father, and she opened up about the challenges she has faced during this difficult period. In her emotional post, Mahhi referred to these ten days as the toughest of her life.

OTT releases of the week: Cobra Kai begins its final showdown while Mirzapur creators launch new project

For movie buffs, July has been an exciting month as many compelling films and TV shows have debuted on Netflix, JioCinema, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and other streaming services. With a plethora of fresh OTT releases and theatrical debuts that appeal to a diverse spectrum of preferences, this week seems to be just as exciting.