SHUBODAYAM

‘Shubodayam’ is those set of programmes starting 5:00 AM in the morning till 8:30 AM consisting of programmes like Bhajans, Shubha Mangalam, Suprabhatam, Narayaneeyam by renowned Vidwan Damodara Deekshithar, Yoga, Bhakti Sinchana, Subhashitham by Vidwan K. L. Srinivasan & Vidushi Lakshmi Ramakrishnan and Chinthana by H.S. Lakshmi Narayana Bhatt.

Volumes can be told about the exclusivity of these programmes and the divinity and peace that these programmes fill our thoughts with, however a literary glimpse at the same would be as follows:

To start mornings with Bhajans, lyrical expression of love for the Divine couldn’t be made better. Bhajans based on classical ragas and talas and bhajans that were coined by simple yet eternal devotees of different deities in native tunes and languages, all of this for a refreshing day!

Suprabhatam – The channel felt the need to play the hymns in every auspicious dawn to awaken the lord, called Suprabhatam. This is accompanied by divine visuals of the almighty helping quench the thirst of every individual who wishes to have his darshan and convey his prayers.

Bhakti Sinchana – This programme shows about the important religious happenings around different localities. Also includes announcing the ‘panchangam’ for the day in a tabulated form, allowing our viewers to catch up on any religious activities missed.

Sahasranaamam - The literal translation of sahasranama is "a thousand names". This is a programme where hymns and praises are chanted in unison by many where a deity is referred to by 1,000 or more different names. Recitation and study of these often constitute part of the daily routine of formal worship both at home and in temples. Those who wish to learn sahasranaamas can do so by just watching this programme.

A thorough guide to traditional physical, mental, and spiritual disciplines through one of the purest forms – Yoga is another special part of Shubodayam. Apart from addressing the physical aspect of the body, affecting the mind and spirit in a healthy manner is sure to develop a sane lifestyle.

Narayaneeyam by renowned Vidwan Damodara Deekshithar, Subhashitham by Vidwan K. L. Srinivasan & Vidushi Lakshmi Ramakrishnan and Chinthana by H.S. Lakshmi Narayana Bhatt are specially crafted just for this time band and these programmes have to be seen to witness the aura it creates!