Maharaja Media Network Will Earn Four Nominations
The 31st Asian Television Awards will honor the network across four distinct production categories this November.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Asia
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The Maharaja Media Network secured four nominations for the 31st Asian Television Awards, which will take place on November 13 and 14, 2026. These selections recognize excellence across the network's documentary, entertainment, music, and news programming.
Why it matters
The nominations highlight the growing regional influence of Asia-Pacific media productions in the competitive landscape of digital and television excellence. Industry recognition at this level underscores the network's production standards and its contribution to regional storytelling.
The network received four nominations for the 31st edition of the awards. One news entry was nominated for the category covering programs 10 minutes or less in duration.
The players
Maharaja Media Network
This is a media conglomerate based in Sri Lanka that produces a wide range of television, digital, and journalistic content.
Asian Television Awards
This is an annual organization that recognizes excellence in television and digital media across the Asia-Pacific region.
The details
The nominated programs include Save the Sri Lankan Leopard for Best Documentary Series, Sirasa Ruu Raa for Best Entertainment, and Shakthi Crown for Best Music Programme. Additionally, The Unseen Storm - When Systems Fail earned a nomination in the Best Single News Story category.
Timeline
The 31st Asian Television Awards ceremony will begin on November 13, 2026.
The awards ceremony is scheduled to conclude on November 14, 2026.
Travel Outlook
The selection of Ho Chi Minh City as the host site reflects the broader rotation of major media events across Southeast Asian urban centers. This positioning allows regional networks to highlight their local content within a larger international tourism and business framework.
Travelers planning to visit Ho Chi Minh City during mid-November should account for increased activity near the Hoa Binh Theatre due to the awards ceremony. Early booking for accommodations in the city is recommended for those traveling during this peak event period.
The takeaway
Recognition at major regional award shows serves as a benchmark for production quality in the competitive Asia-Pacific market. Viewers interested in regional programming should look for these nominated titles to experience the latest in local storytelling.
What happens next
The winners of the 31st Asian Television Awards will be revealed during the ceremony held at the Hoa Binh Theatre in Ho Chi Minh City on November 13 and 14, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the region's media landscape and travel destinations in our Asia section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Newsfirst.
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