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  • PTC announces new season of ‘Voice of Punjab Chhota Champ’

    PTC announces new season of ‘Voice of Punjab Chhota Champ’

    Mumbai: The Pandemic has turned out to be a boon for young kids of Punjab who want to turn into singing superstars, thanks to PTC Punjabi. The channel’s reality show “The Voice of Punjab Chhota Champ” is back with the seventh season, which provided them the facility of auditioning online from the comforts of their home.  The seventh season of the biggest reality show for young and talented Punjabi singers is set to premiere on the Punjabi entertainment channel, PTC Punjabi, from 23 August at 8.30 p.m.  

    The new season of “Voice of Punjab Chhota Champ” is aimed to identify the best Punjabi singing talent in the age range of eight – fourteen years and promise to change the fate of little talented voices. Afsana Khan, Sachin Ahuja and Bir Singh are the main judges who are joined by a galaxy of Punjabi superstars including Miss Pooja, Mannat Noor, Jasbir Jassi, Master Salim, Kanwar Grewal, Singga, R Nait, Akhil, Khan Saab, Masha Ali, Kulwinder Billa, Happy Raikoti, Rupinder Handa, Gurshabad to select the best young singing star of Punjab.

    The ‘audition from home’ comfort makes this season more interesting and unique as it provides the opportunity for masses to participate from their home without going anywhere outside. One enter on mobile opened the doors for the budding stars to progress in their careers and claim the coveted title and earn name and fame. With the new concept, interesting segments and cutomised theme rounds are going to make this competition little tough for the little voices and interesting to watch for viewers, said the channel.

    “When these kids step in for auditions and first rounds they don’t know where to go, which door to open and which way to reach the studio. After the grand finale, people will be opening doors for them. Their lives will change forever and that is greatly satisfying to us,” said PTC Network, MD and president, Rabindra Narayan.

    The online registration of the show was opened in June 2021. And to make it easier and convenient for the participants, the channel made sure that the audition process is not hampered. The participants were asked to shoot a one-minute singing video and send it through WhatsApp, website or PTC play app. The growth of the contestants through the competition will be dependent on their performance during different rounds and the marks from the judges for their performances.

    Promoted by G Next Media Private Ltd, the PTC Network is the world’s top Punjabi TV Network. The network, Established as a media and entertainment company in 2008, has successfully expanded its base to UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe & UAE over the last decade. The PTC Network having seven channels under its umbrella namely, PTC Punjabi, PTC News, PTC Chakde, PTC Simran, PTC Punjabi Gold, PTC Music, PTC Dhol TV, is touching lives of millions of viewers across the globe every day. PTC has put its primary focus on the troika of Punjab, Punjabi, and Punjabiyat.

  • SUN TV Network’s GEMINI TV and SURYA TV announce new content slate

    SUN TV Network’s GEMINI TV and SURYA TV announce new content slate

    Mumbai : SUN TV Network is going in for a content refresh with respect to their Telugu GEC Channel GEMINI TV and Malayalam GEC Channel SURYA TV from 23 August onwards.

    Some of the biggest stars from the regional film industry are going host and be part of these shows, the network said in a media statement.

    GEMINI TV

    As a part of its 26th year celebrations, Gemini TV, SUN TV Network’s Telugu GEC Channel is all set to broadcast ‘Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu’ – Telugu version of the historic “Who Wants to be a Millionaire”, a show that was aired in 120 countries, elevated and changed the lives of many ordinary people. The show is set to launch on 23 August Monday-Thursday at 8.30 p.m and a special curtain raiser will air on 22 August at 8.30 p.m featuring Ram Charan as the special celebrity contestant.

    The show also has play along segment where the audience can participate and win about one lakh every day. Giving a sneak peek into the show, the network said, the host of ‘Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu’ NTR is someone who has a perfect blend of mass and class and is acclaimed as most versatile tolly wood star by the telugus’.

    GEMINI TV also is set to broadcast the popular international culinary reality show ‘Master Chef India’ in Telugu. The show launches on 27 August every Friday and Saturday at 8.30 p.m. It will be hosted by popular female lead Tamanna Bhatia along with three of the top chefs in India namely Chalapathi Rao, Mahesh Padal and Sanjay Thumma. The show would have 24 home cooks competing and the winner gets the coveted trophy of Master Chef – India- Telugu and a cash prize worth 25 lakhs to begin their journey with respect to their food dream.
    The above two big ticket shows will complete the 8.30-9.30 p.m. Monday to Saturday non-fiction time band.

    Apart from this GEMINI TV will also be launching two new fiction shows namely Sundari, Monday-Saturday at 8pm and Kaviyaanjali, Monday-Saturday at 9.30pm. Sundari is the story of an ordinary girl’s extraordinary journey and how she triumphs against all odds to achieve her dream. Kaviyaanjali is the story of two girls who are inseparable and the twist that happens to their relationship post marriage as they get wedded into the same household.

    SURYA TV

    In its endeavour to provide wholesome entertainment to the Malayali audience SURYA TV, SUN TV Network’s Malayalam GEC Channel is also launching a host of fiction and non-fiction shows from 23 August onwards.

    ‘Anchinodu Inchodinchu’ – Malayalam version of the successful international format show “ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5th GRADER”.The show has been a success across 65 countries and is being presented for the first time in Malayalam Television. The show is set to launch on 23 August onwards Monday-Wednesday at 8.30 p.m.

    The host of ‘Anchinodu Inchodinchu’ Suresh Gopi is no stranger to the malayali audience. With his towering personality and majestic baritone, he has been an immensely popular star for decades. He will present the show in his own unique style and is certain to enthral and entertain the audiences in Kerala, said the network.

    A host of celebrities have come as contestants in this show namely Kunchacko Boban, Innocent, Aju Varghese, Rimi tomy apart from others who have qualified basis the call for entry and interview process. The show promises to be a fun filled entertainment led game show and one can win a maximum of one crore rupees.

    The show also has play along segment ‘Family Play Time’ where the audience needs to download the Sun NXT app select Malayalam as the language click on the show poster and participate when the show is going on. A cash prize of 30 lakh rupees could be won by the audience.

    Surya TV will also showcase another non-fiction show  ‘Aram + Aram = Kinnaram’. The show launches on 26 August every Thursday and Friday at 8.30 p.m. Hosted by popular female lead Shweta Menon, the show has popular TV personalities split into two teams and are pitted against one another. The two teams consisting on the popular TV stars in Malayalam will perform song, dance and skit routines to compete with one another and be judged as the winner of this mega entertaining reality show. Malayalam Film Star Dileep has been a special guest for this show.

    The above two big ticket shows will complete the 8.30-9.30 p.m. Monday to Friday non-fiction time band. Apart from this SURYA TV will also be launching three new fiction shows Monday to Saturday on 23 August. Kanyadhanam, at 7pm, Manasinakkare at 7.30pm and Kaana Kanmani at 8 p.m Kanyadhanam is the story of a duty bound father and his five daughters. The relentless struggle of the father who is a widower and how he manages to go above and beyond to keep his daughters safe and happy.
    Manasinakkare is the story of two girls who are inseparable and the twist that happens to their relationship post marriage as they get wedded into the same household.

    Kaana Kanmani is the story of a daughter yearning for her father’s love and affection as she has been neglected considering as an unlucky charm.

    A 360-degree marketing blitzkrieg is being implemented that consists of innovative OOH, road shows for audience engagement, print, radio, television and digital push to reach out to the audiences across all markets in the respective states.

    SUN TV Network has also planned a watch and win contest post the above launches where each week cash, gold and diamond are being planned to be given away as prizes.

  • Colors Gujarati launches new game show ‘Bolo Ketla Taka’

    Colors Gujarati launches new game show ‘Bolo Ketla Taka’

    Mumbai: Colors Gujarati has announced the launch of a new non-fiction game show called “Bolo Ketla Taka”. The show premieres on 21 August and will air on the weekends at 9 p.m.

    Produced by Master Stroke production, “Bolo Ketla Taka” will be anchored by RJ Kunal from Radio Mirchi and will feature more than 50 celebrities over the course of the show. It has been conceptualised keeping in mind the ethos and behavioural nuances of Gujarati audiences, said the channel.

    The show will have a general segment and an hour-long celebrity weekend. The special episodes will consist of interactive sessions with celebrities.

    “At Colors Gujarati, we strive to create content that resonates with the viewers,” said Colors Gujarati, programming head, Darshil Bhatt. “The Gujarati community holds a natural inclination for their love towards their rich culture and heritage and the same has been portrayed in this game show but in a little unique & different way. Therefore, with ‘Bolo Ketla Taka’ we decided to bring the entire Gujarat on one platform which will give them once in a lifetime opportunity to win a prize. With RJ Kunal, agreeing to be a part of the show – the energy on the show has been magnificent. With efforts like this, we hope to continue changing the entertainment landscape in this market.”

    “My association with Colors Gujarati goes long back from 2014 since the day of launch and we had a great journey of being the face of Colors Gujarati for a very popular game show,” said the producer of the show, Soham Master. “Today, it gives me immense pleasure to announce my upcoming show ‘Bolo Ketla Taka’ and this time the tables have turned and being the producer of the show gives me immense pleasure.”

    “I am supremely excited and delighted to host this brand-new show on Colors Gujarati because this will be my first television exposure ever since I joined radio,” stated RJ Kunal. “All this while people have been hearing my voice and getting entertained but now, I get to see the people I’m interacting with. I will come out of my comfort zone which will be challenging and exciting too.”

  • ZEE Biskope announces a day-long film festival for Raksha Bandhan

    ZEE Biskope announces a day-long film festival for Raksha Bandhan

    Mumbai: Raksha Bandhan is one such festival that celebrates the unbreakable bond between a brother and sister as well as brings families together on this auspicious occasion. Adding to the festive cheer of the day, ZEE Biskope, India’s leading Bhojpuri channel, is rejoicing the spirit of the Bhai Behen Ka Rishta with a specially curated film line-up. The film festival called ‘Rakhi Ke Bandhan’ will commence on 22 August at 9 a.m and will feature some of the biggest blockbusters.

    Specially curated line up of films which showcase and celebrate the deep, everlasting bond of die-hard care and love enshrined in this bond will regale the audience and double the celebrations, said the channel.

    The high dose of entertainment will kick start with Nirahua’s grand entry along with Amrapali Dubey & Kajal Raghwani in the film “Ashiq Awara” followed by “Jigar”, featuring the superhit Jodi of Nirahua and Anjana Singh at 12 noon. Next in the pipeline at 3 p.m is “Khoon Bhari Humaar Maang” which features ‘Romance King’ Khesari Lal Yadav.

    Speaking on the announcement, ZEE Biskope, senior vice president – Bhojpuri cluster, Amarpreet Singh Saini said, “The brand has always worked towards enhancing and enriching the family viewing experience by making it topical and full of entertainment. With a day-long entertainment on Raksha Bandhan, we aim to add some excitement, happiness and entertainment in the lives of our viewers. Ensuring that the entire family soaks in the festive spirit, we are hopeful that the audience will love the offering and that it will be bringing a smile to their faces making their Raksha Bandhan celebrations extra memorable.”

    ZEE Biskope has time and again established itself to be leaders in the Bihar, Jharkhand and Purvanchal regions. Through its film premieres, the channel has been entertaining its audience while adding on to their festive celebrations with family. The channel is motivated to grow from strength to strength and break new ground in the industry as the ultimate Bhojpuri entertainer.

    Zee Biskope is available on Airtel (channel no 663), Tata Sky (channel no 1120), DEN Bihar(channel no 840), DEN Jharkhand (channel no 839), DD Free Dish (channel no 31), d2h (channel no 859), Dish TV (channel no 1555), Siti Cable (channel no 214) and Darsh Digital (channel no 189). It’ll soon be available on all other major cable platforms. 

  • TV9 Digital appoints Azim Lalani as President Revenue

    TV9 Digital appoints Azim Lalani as President Revenue

    Mumbai: TV9 Digital on Wednesday brought on board Azim Lalani as president-revenue. Lalani will be responsible for building and driving direct revenue streams for TV9 Digital Platforms.

    The decision is part of TV9 Network’s aggressive expansion plans, and continued focus on the growth of its digital news platform.

    TV9 Network, chief growth officer (Digital & Broadcasting), Raktim Das said: “After stamping our supremacy in News Broadcasting, we are now a force to reckon with in India’s growing digital media landscape. We are now the country’s fastest-growing digital News Platform, crossing 100 mn unique users in record time. Most of our platforms are already No.1 News websites in their respective markets, just like the Television Channels. We are aggressively pursuing ambitious growth objectives and Azim’s appointment is a step in this direction. He has straddled both branded content and display revenue functions, and will bring in his unique experience to the table.”

    Prior to this, Azim was with Network18 Media as COO – Brand Solutions & Convergence leading their News Cluster. He brings with him over two decades of media experience with 14 years in Digital Media. He has also worked with Rediff.com, India Today & Indian Express.

    Speaking on his new assignment, Azim Lalani said, “I am excited to be part of the TV9 family as it embraces new benchmarks. I see huge opportunity for growth as TV9 Digital surges ahead with its aggressive plans. I look forward to contributing to TV9 Digital’s growth story”

  • News18 HSM Network highlights key issues through new campaigns

    News18 HSM Network highlights key issues through new campaigns

    Mumbai: In line with its aim of driving impact through journalism, the News18’s channels – News18 Madhya Pradesh / Chhattisgarh and News18 Rajasthan have announced two news campaigns – “Sabki Sehat, Sabse Zaroori” and “Paani ke Liye Parampara Bachao, respectively.

    “Paani Ke Liye Parampara Bachao” is a month-long campaign by News18 Rajasthan which calls attention to the problem of water scarcity and reminds people that the solution to this grave problem may be hidden in the past. As part of the campaign, the channel will urge people of the state to adopt several indigenous techniques for water conservation via this initiative.

    The campaign has already received support from all quarters including the state governor Kalraj Mishra, the union I&B Minister Anurag Thakur, the union MOS for Parliamentary Affairs, Arjun Meghwal, tate PHED minister Dr B.D Kalla and Jaipur Mayor Sheela Dhabai who came on-air in support of our cause, said the network in a media statement.

    “Sabski Sehat Sabse Zaroori” by News18 MadhyaPradesh / Chhattisgarh is another three to four weeks long campaign which aims to engage with key stakeholders to examine ways and means of strengthening the healthcare system of Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh. The campaign will endeavour to highlight both the progress made as well as some gaps that remain in making quality healthcare available to all sections of society. It will also pick up the issue of the widespread prevalence of quacks in the state. This campaign has also been well received with the health minister of Madhya PradeshVishwas Sarang & the health minister Prabhu Ram coming out in support of the campaign.

  • ‘Sasural Simar Ka’ goes regional; premieres 18 August on COLORS Odia

    ‘Sasural Simar Ka’ goes regional; premieres 18 August on COLORS Odia

    Mumbai: COLORS is bringing the iconic show “Sasural Simar Ka” to its regional GEC, COLORS Odia, repackaged as “Sasu Gharai Chalijibi” for the Odia audience. The show which entertained the audience for seven years, will premiere on the channel from 18 August airing every day at 6:30 p.m.

    Sasu Gharai Chalijibi is a family drama that revolves around the lives of two sisters from Puri, Simar (played by Dipika Kakar) and Roli (Avika Gor), who are respectively married to Prem and Siddhant, the sons of the Pattnaik family. The plot revolves around them becoming the perfect daughters-in-law by overcoming various difficulties that arise in front of the family.

    Commenting on the development, COLORS Odia programming head, Srija Shahin Sidhartha said, “At COLORS Odia we try to bring the best of network shows in local language for our audiences. ‘Sasural Simar Ka’ is a show that captured the hearts of people. We are excited to bring the most favourite show and we hope the story can give the Oriya viewers more entertainment in coming days.”

  • ZEE Ganga launched with fresh line-up of original Bhojpuri content

    ZEE Ganga launched with fresh line-up of original Bhojpuri content

    Mumbai: Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd has unveiled its ambitious vision for the Bhojpuri market with the launch of ZEE Ganga. The new channel is a fresh avatar of its established channel Big Ganga with a complete rehaul of the content slate bringing the viewers a wide range of original content in Bhojpuri.

    The rebranding is in line with its objective of accelerating the category growth while advancing a revolutionary vision which envisages to create the content ecosystem and push the envelope of viewer gratification in the Bhojpuri market. 

    The rebranded entity, Zee Ganga will host a vibrant new logo, along with culturally rooted channel promise, ‘Har Pal Aviral’, bringing alive the innate unstoppable Bhojpuriya spirit. It emphasises on the core values it holds to entertain its audience and deliver happiness.

    Celebrating the Bhojpuriya spirit with full gusto, the fresh slate of content comprises of 14 hours of originals: 10 hours of four fictional shows +four hours of one non-fiction show; 500+ titles featuring blockbuster and latest Bhojpuri movies; and a line-up of some of the biggest events in the category. With this, Zee Ganga becomes the only channel in the category to launch original fictional shows, it announced on Tuesday.

    The line-up features multi-genre shows which are socially conscious, entertaining, and brings the region’s most popular talent together. “The stories resonate with the core values of the target audience of being relentless, tenacious, and never give up attitude,” the network said in a media statement.

    The channel launches with a grand campaign featuring the Bhojpuri superstar Nirauha as the brand ambassador.

    Chief consumer officer, Prathyusha Agarwal said, “At ZEE, we have always been the creative platform that thrives on consumer closeness, bringing their soul to screen through our storytelling. As our viewers continue to evolve, their tastes and preferences are transforming at an unprecedented pace and the key to their heart is to bring offerings that resonate with them the most, in the boli that speaks to their soul. The success of our first curated Bhojpuri movies channel, ZEE Biskope  is a testament to this  and we are super excited to further strengthen our promise in the Bhojpuri market with Zee Ganga the only Bhojpuri original content GEC platform for Bihar, Jharkhand and Purvanchal region. With the “Har Pal, Aviral” entertainment promise, we are looking forward to spark the innate unstoppable Bhojpuriya spirit through groundbreaking stories inspired from our viewers’ lives.” 

    Speaking on the rebranding, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL), cluster head, east, Samrat Ghosh said, “With rebranding of Zee Ganga, we look forward to our next phase of journey. It is important for us to continuously reflect the aspirations of the evolved Bhojpuri viewers and engage them through original Bhojpuri content. This will help the brand to drive engagement and build connect with the viewers. Our new slate of culturally rooted and relevant content will reflect our values and celebrate Bhojpuriyat.”

  • ZEE Telugu to launch ‘Muthyamantha Muddu’ on 23 Aug

    ZEE Telugu to launch ‘Muthyamantha Muddu’ on 23 Aug

    Mumbai: ZEE Telugu is set to launch a new fiction show “Muthyamantha Muddu” on 23 August. The show will air every Monday to Saturday at 7:30 p.m on ZEE Telugu and its HD channel.

    The show’s cast includes Nisha Milana, Amani, and Siddharth in the lead. It also features Meghana Raami, Vasu, senior comedic actor Sri Lakshmi among others. The screenplay and dialogues of the show, written by Rasool, who has also scripted the channel’s hit show “Varudhini Parinayam”.

    The show is set in the backdrop of Nellore and tells the story of Geetha (played by Milana), a Tamilian who is rooted in her values and principles, but she is also a present-day, ambitious girl. On the other hand, Kanaka Ratnam (Amani) a stingy and sharp-tongued woman from a Telugu family, belongs to the old school of thought, is seeking a girl who can bring hefty dowry for her son Govind (Siddharth). However, Govind falls in love with Geetha. As Geetha and Kanaka Ratnam’s lives get interwoven and their ideologies clash, thus begins Geetha and Govind’s journey of discovering an enhanced life and relationships.

    Tollywood actor Krithi Shetty is associated with “Muthyamantha Muddu” as the brand ambassador. The creators of the show have launched a promo and title song featuring her to create buzz for the launch. The title song of the show sung by Jithin Raj and choreographed by Vijay Master and Sagar Narayana has penned the lyrics that have been composed by David Selvam.

    “In the past few months, we have introduced some of our biggest properties to provide wholesome variety entertainment to our viewers. Continuing the high momentum, we are excited to launch Muthyamantha Muddu, a show that is synonymous with the ethos of the channel. The show will feature myriad shades of characters that are nuanced and relatable. We had a great time conceptualizing the show and are certain that the journey of each of these characters will keep the audience intrigued and engrossed,” Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd, Telugu cluster head, Anuradha Gudur.

    “Having explored the world of Cinema, I am thrilled to make my television debut with Zee Telugu. Muthyamantha Muddu will take viewers through a beautiful and warm narrative of a love story. I hope that mine and the ardent fans of the channel will follow my journey and show immense love and support,” said actor Amani, who is making her TV debut.

  • News18 Languages brings Musicathon Season 2 on Independence Day

    News18 Languages brings Musicathon Season 2 on Independence Day

    Mumbai: News18 Languages (Kannada, ODIA, Tamil, Gujarati, Bangla, Lokmat, Assam, Kerala) is all set to bring ‘Musicathon Season 2’ to celebrate India’s 75th Independence Day with a bouquet of songs from singers across the country.

    The musicians will perform to celebrate the spirit of positivity and hope through their soulful voice and heartfelt songs. They will be singing renditions of patriotic songs and also their own compositions, the television network announced on Friday.

    As part of the channel’s commitment of delivering impactful initiatives, ‘Musicathon Season 2’ will salute & acknowledge the spirit of the selfless service of the unsung heroes and to infuse the day with positivity & hope.

    The channels will reverberate with music from Srinivas, Sujata from Tamil Nadu, Pradip Somasundaram, Manju Menon from Kerala, Arjun Janya from Karnataka. Gujarat will feature Arvind Vegda, Geeta Rabari, Parth Oza, Bengal will have Rupankar, Lagnajita, Raghab, Jojo, Gourab and Assam with Priyanka Bharali, Prashanta Rajkhowa, Padmanath Bordoloi, Manashi Sohoria. Maharashtra will feature songs sung by Pandit Ronu Manjumdar, Hansika Iyer, Rohit Raut, Ajay and Orissa with Bishnu Mohon Kabi, Satyajit Pradhan, Barnali Hota.