May 07: Deepening engagement in one of India’s most vibrant and rapidly expanding cultural markets, ZEE Media with its leading channels Zee Bihar Jharkhand and Zee Uttar Pradesh Uttarakhand, is all set to host ZEE Bhojpuri Samman 2026.
Envisioned as grand gala evening celebrating the spirit, achievements and rich cultural legacy of the Bhojpuri community, the much-anticipated ZEE Bhojpuri Samman 2026, scheduled on May 8 in Patna, will honour distinguished personalities from the Bhojpuri landscape who have made remarkable contributions across entertainment, literature, arts, entrepreneurship, grassroots impact and public life.
Set against the backdrop of a glittering awards night in Patna, the ceremony is expected to witness the presence of senior political leaders, policymakers, industry stalwarts, cultural icons, business leaders, and eminent personalities from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, including the expected presence of Hon’ble Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain from the region.
Adding immense star power to the celebration, the evening will witness leading Bhojpuri icons such as Ravi Kishan, Manoj Tiwari, Dinesh Lal Yadav (Nirahua), Yash Mishra, Akshara Singh, Amrapali Dubey, Smriti Sinha, Monalisa, Neelam Giri, Ankush Raja, Shilpi Raghwani, Mahi Shrivastava, Sanjana Pandey, and Tanushree Chatterjee, among several other celebrated artists and performers.
Mr. Raktim Das, CEO, Zee Media Corporation Ltd., said:
“Regional cultures are at the heart of India’s identity, and Bhojpuri stands out as one of its most vibrant and influential expressions. With ZEE Bhojpuri Samman, we are not just recognising excellence, we are celebrating a cultural movement that continues to inspire, evolve, and expand its footprint across industries and generations. This platform is dedicated to honouring the individuals who have shaped, strengthened, and taken Bhojpuri pride to new heights.”
Alongside leading film stars, the event will also be graced by an illustrious line-up of eminent personalities, including legendary late Sharda Sinha singer’s son Anshuman Sinha, noted Bhojpuri poet Manoj Bhawuk, Padma Shri awardee Rajkumari Devi (Kisan Chachi), and renowned Madhubani artist Dulari Devi.
Adding further depth to the evening, Ayodhya Prasad Singh and Rakesh Singh family members of the late legendary mathematician Vashishtha Narayan Singh will also be in attendance.
The gathering will also feature distinguished voices such as educator Guru Rehman and Sushil Thakur, great grandson of Bhikhari Thakur, alongside celebrated Bhojpuri artists including singer Indu Sonali, actor Kunal Singh, and singer Nisha Upadhyay.
Bringing together a rich confluence of talent from entertainment, arts, literature, grassroots impact, politics, and public life, the ceremony is set to emerge as one of the biggest celebrations of Bhojpuri pride and excellence reinforcing the growing cultural influence of the Bhojpuri community on a national stage.
