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August
2012, Mumbai: With the alarming rise of crime rates in the country
today, the need to educate and make citizens aware of the crimes
and their rights is of utmost importance. Taking a step forward
in fulfilling this goal, STAR Pravah Maharashtra’s No 1 General
Entertainment Channel is all set to launch its newest crime based
show, Meswak Toothpaste presents ‘Panchnama’, starting
August 17th, every Friday and Saturday at 9.30 pm. The show will
replace the popular thriller, Anolkhi Disha.
‘Panchnama’
will highlight real life crime stories of Maharashtra and will take
the viewers through the psychology behind the crime. The show hosted
by the popular Director, Producer and Actor Mahesh Manjrekar that
marks his return to television after a long gap. Uniqueness of the
show is that it will feature real police officials sharing simple
tips to prevent crime to audiences. The show will also give out
relevant helpline numbers pertaining to the topic of crime for each
episode.
Mahesh
Manjrekar says," Panchnama is a unique show that explores deeper
into crimes and the psyche of criminals. It is important to make
common public aware of the increasing crime rates in Maharashtra
and how they can prevent from being a victim to it. I am sure the
audiences will appreciate our efforts and like the show."
Commenting
on the show, Yogesh Manwani, Senior VP Marketing, STAR Pravah, says,'
At STAR Pravah we have been striving to provide a unique lineup
of content that has been very well accepted by our viewers. Our
latest offering, Panchnama is relevant to lives of the viewers in
many ways and strengthens our appeal to the entire family."
Shrabani
Deodhar, Creative Director, STAR Pravah, says," Our police
drama series Lakshya has been well received by our audiences and
keeping in line with their taste we are now launching ‘Panchnama’.
The show anchored by Mahesh Manjrekar will give the viewers a clear
picture and the psyche behind crimes. Most of the episodes are shot
extensively on outdoor locations and with the latest technology
and the show is bound to be appreciated by the audiences."
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