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  • Fashion One and Elite Model Look Leads The Search For New Supermodels

    Fashion One and Elite Model Look Leads The Search For New Supermodels

    MUMBAI: Fashion One, the premiere fashion, entertainment and lifestyle international broadcaster, fortifies its partnership with the prestigious international modeling competition, Elite Model Look, in the search for the next new faces that would represent the Elite brand in the modeling world. Elite Model Look national competitions from Africa and Latin America will soon be broadcasted through the network.

     

    Elite Model Look is one of the most distinguished modeling contests in the world that have discovered and launched the careers of some of the most famous super models such as Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista and Gisele Bundchen. Fashion One will be covering the competitions this year starting in Morocco, Mexico, and Colombia, with a few more other national legs already in tow. From the intercity castings to the finals, the exclusive feature will give viewers an inside look on the action and drama during the selection of the country’s model representative to the Elite Model Look International competition.

     

    Fashion One and Elite Model Management first ventured into an agreement with the pursuit of Elite Model Look Spain. The show’s debut earlier this year received huge success.  Since then, the network started partnering with other Elite Model Look franchises including Elite Model Look Morocco, Elite Model Look Mexico, Elite Model Look Colombia, and are currently adding more to the list.

     

    “This year, participants throughout the competition’s castings come to raise the bar into beauty and poise in order to compete for Elite’s title. More prepared and advocates of fulfilling their dreams, we’re ahead of an interesting process that is set to surpass the level and success of previous years competitions,” mentioned Sandra Lomelí, former model and Elite Model scouting authority.

     

    “Fashion One embraces fashion and its diverse facets in different cultures with Elite Model Look, being one of the biggest exponents and professionals on this area,” expressed Fashion One’s Chief Executive, Ashley Jordan. “We are looking forward in continuing the business alliance with Elite in new nations and formats, reaffirming the commitment of the television network in promoting emerging talents.”

     

    Elite Model Look series is part of Fashion One’s original programming line-up created by executive producers, Michael Gleissner and Ashley Jordan. 

  • National Geographic Channel calls out to all dog lovers

    National Geographic Channel calls out to all dog lovers

    MUMBAI: Known as a man’s best friend, dogs are always seen as lovable animals. Have you come across instances when you or someone else is simply unable to handle their pooches? National Geographic Channel presents ‘Cesar to the Rescue’ a show that will help you learn about canine behaviour and bring balance and happiness to their relationships with them. The show is set to premiere on August 30, and will be aired every Saturday and Sunday at 8:30 pm IST.

     

    This six-episode series will be hosted by Mexican-American dog trainer Cesar Millan, known for his efforts to rehabilitate aggressive dogs. As part of the show, Cesar goes on a mission to bring order back to neighborhoods that have fallen under the terrorizing power of a ferocious yappy canine. In each episode Cesar goes to different pet owners and helps them understand their dogs better by his unique ways of training.

     

    Talking about the show, Debarpita Banerjee, Vice President, Marketing and Communications, NGC Networks and FOX International Channels India said “Though being a dog lover myself, it so happens that sometimes you are unable to understand your dog’s mood and or why they start acting in a peculiar way specially towards friends, guests and neighbors. This is where an expert is needed and with this show we aim to showcase the brilliant work.”

     

    Cesar Millan says, “I have always loved all animals and I still do, but I had a special connection with dogs almost from the beginning. I was only thirteen when I decided that I wanted to be the best dog trainer in the world. ‘Cesar to the Rescue’ is all about helping entire groups of people- families, extended families, workplaces, and communities. The show has humor, drama, and suspense, as well as some very heartwarming moments of success.”

     

    Get ready to woof-up with Cesar to the Rescue!

     

    Premiering August 30th, airs every Saturday and Sunday, at 8:30 pm on National Geographic Channel.

  • Discovery Turbo launches its new series the ‘Backyard Oil’

    Discovery Turbo launches its new series the ‘Backyard Oil’

    MUMBAI: This August, stay tuned to TURBO for a brand new series of Backyard Oil.

     

    The modern day oil boom techniques are hitting the hills of south central Kentucky. In this high stakes comical rollercoaster ride through the world of wildcat oil drilling, the right equipment, the perfect location and a hint of good luck is the key to making millions – if you know where to sink that drill bit.

     

    BACKYARD OIL follows the fortunes of the most boot-strapping oil men in all of Appalachia – mogul Jimmy Reliford and his sidekick Mad Dog; Coomer, who’s raking in $300-thousand a month thanks to an oil strike in his own backyard; a bearded hillbilly named Rascal; and the Page Boys, a father-son team who can’t help but bicker about everything…except finding that sweet, sweet crude.  Now that oil fetches close to $100 a barrel, there’s a modern day oil boom hitting Kentucky and people are racing to enlist the services of these oil men to make them millions. Most think they have oil, few find it, and it’s up to this motley crew to fight until the bid is won and the next great monster oil well is drilled.

     

    Watch the drama unleash on Turbo, Monday to Friday at 10pm.

  • TLC presents a spice twist with ‘The Incredible Spice Men’

    TLC presents a spice twist with ‘The Incredible Spice Men’

    MUMBAI: TLC presents a brand new series based on the magnificent world of spices told through the eyes of two acclaimed chefs Tony Singh and Cyrus Todiwala – THE INCREDIBLE SPICE MEN. With spice as their powerful weapon, Tony and Cyrus are on a mission to wake Britain up to the versatility of spices. THE INCREDIBLE SPICE MEN will premiere on AUGUST 23, EVERY SATURDAY AT 8 PM.

     

    In the new series, Tony and Cyrus will take on a road trip to explore the British Isles and add their own spicy twist to the most classic and best-loved dishes. They jazz up a Sunday roast lamb with a cardamom rub, add some cumin to give Welsh rarebit a kick and even try Cyrus’ nutmeg-infused take on toad in the hole.

     

    Rahul Johri, Executive Vice President and General Manager-South Asia and Head of Revenue, Pan- Regional Ad Sales & Southeast Asia, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific said, “TLC has pioneered the lifestyle genre by bringing in exciting travel experiences, delectable cuisines, high-street fashion and relatable themes. We continue to present new and fresh concepts such as the INCREDIBLE SPICE MEN that demystifies the fascinating world of spices in Britain.”

     

    With delicious recipes accompanied by Cyrus and Tony’s top tips and favourite spices, “the spice boys” will unravel the contents of the spice rack, and open everyday cooking to a world of exciting new flavours. The British food never will be the same with the spicy twist added to it.

     

    Cyrus Todiwala was born in Bombay and moved to London in 1991, where he opened his acclaimed Spice Cafe Namaste, currently on of the UK’s 100 Top Restaurants. Author of three cookbooks, Cyrus was awarded an OBE in 2009, and cooked a banquet for the Queen and Prince Philip in the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

     

    Tony Singh was born and bred in Scotland, where he has worked in many of the country’s top kitchens, from The Balmoral Hotel to the Royal Scotsman train. Oloroso, one of his many restaurants, has won numerous awards, and was named by the Independent as ‘the hippest place to eat and drink in Edinburgh’.

  • Good Times with New shows

    Good Times with New shows

    MUMBAI: With slicker look, crazier anchors and edgier shows, NDTV Good Times has come up with a slew of new shows to reach out to Gen Y. To suit its rebranding last year of ‘#LiveYoung’, the channel has come with two new food shows FoodMad and Veggistan in July.

     

    Speaking to Indiantelevision.com, NDTV Good Times’ channel head Aarti Singh says, “With an increasingly maturing lifestyle space in India which is at an inflection point and as pioneers in that space, we redefined the lifestyle entertainment category codes and now we cater to the youth. We are where the youth and young-at-heart consumers are.”

     

    Launched on 26 July, Veggistan is a 100 per cent vegetarian cookery show spread across 52 episodes and hosted by chef Ajay Chopra. Produced by Ttweetyy Production, a Bengaluru based production house owned by Gopal Kulkarni, the theme based show will highlight the lifestyle of the youth in India. The show will focus on themes such as Quick Veg Bites, Mango Special, Independence Day Special, Monsoon Special etc. It airs every Sunday at 7pm.

     

    FoodMad is a 17 episode series where Rocky and Mayur take the audience to best joints across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru, while savouring everything from biryani to kebabs to street food to bar food. Restaurants include Soi7, Smokeys, Fat Lulu’s, Assam Bhavan, Karim’s, The Table, Meghana Biryani, Rajdhani etc. FoodMad is an in-house production, airing every Saturday at 9pm.

     

    As the channel caters to the youth and urban Indian, the marketing and promotions of the shows were done mainly by on-ground events and digital platforms. FoodMAD magazine ads can be spotted in the August issue of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Health and Nutrition, Stardust, Travel Plus and Outlook Traveler. The channel also organised a ‘blogger’s meet’ to launch Veggistan, wherein Chopra cooked 3 easy-to-make delicious vegetarian dishes with various food bloggers.

     

    Commenting on the promotional strategy for the shows, Singh says, “We always make sure that we leverage and communicate our expertise; online, on-ground, print, web and everything in between. On-ground show promotion took place in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata via branded cabs plying around the cities.” Campaigns will run on Oye FM and Zomato for the promotion of the two shows.

     

    Talking about the cost involved in promotion of these shows, Singh says,” Show promotions are planned at par with the production cost.”

     

    The sponsor list of FoodMAD includes Dettol as presenting sponsor, Ask Me and Hike as powered by sponsors, Rooh Afza, Zomato and Tempo as other sponsors. Veggistan is powered by Monini Olive oil.

     

    News shows that will go on air within the next three months include Best Sandwich of America, You Got Magic, Cutthroat Kitchen, Kingfisher Supermodels.

     

    The channel says that while it has skewed younger as a brand, it found that youth is a mindset and not a segment.  Says Singh, “Content that is young-at-heart and dynamic has an appeal across segments and demographics. Our focus has always been multi-platform content creation, and we will continue to do that as we reach across to our consumers through all platforms.”

  • Discovery Science presents ‘The Gadget Man 2’ with Richard Ayoade

    Discovery Science presents ‘The Gadget Man 2’ with Richard Ayoade

    MUMBAI: Discovery Science presents the immersive and fascinating world of gizmos in its new series The Gadget Man 2 with Richart Ayoade. The six part series follows Richard Ayoade – the gadget freak who will take viewers into the whole new world of technology and unfamiliar trendy gadgets. The series will premiere on August 15 at 9 PM on Discovery Science.

     

    In each episode, Richard Ayoade will set off on a venture with few of his fellow gadget freaks like Stephen Mangan, Jimmy Carr, John Humphreys and Noel Fielding covering everything from the everyday to the extraordinary.

     

    Richard will offer his unique and engaging insight into the world of technology. He will attempt to show the viewers at home how ordinary everyday activities can be made more exciting by using the very best time saving tools available and how a simple looking gadget can even make your holidays interesting.

     

    In the series Richard will also invents a series of problem solving contraptions of his own and will be introducing the world’s most sought gadgets that will change the way we live our lives. Get ready to immerse into the world of gadgetry and lay your hands on the gadgets you would want to have.

  • ‘The Gadget Man 2’ with Richard Ayoade on Discovery Science

    ‘The Gadget Man 2’ with Richard Ayoade on Discovery Science

    MUMBAI: Discovery Science presents the immersive and fascinating world of gizmos in its new series THE GADGET MAN 2 WITH RICHART AYOADE. The six part series follows Richard Ayoade – the gadget freak who will take viewers into the whole new world of technology and unfamiliar trendy gadgets. The series will premiere on August 15 at 9 PM on Discovery Science.

     

    In each episode, Richard Ayoade will set off on a venture with few of his fellow gadget freaks like Stephen Mangan, Jimmy Carr, John Humphreys and Noel Fielding covering everything from the everyday to the extraordinary.

     

    Richard will offer his unique and engaging insight into the world of technology. He will attempt to show the viewers at home how ordinary everyday activities can be made more exciting by using the very best time saving tools available and how a simple looking gadget can even make your holidays interesting.

     

    In the series Richard will also invents a series of problem solving contraptions of his own and will be introducing the world’s most sought gadgets that will change the way we live our lives. Get ready to immerse into the world of gadgetry and lay your hands on the gadgets you would want to have.

  • Discovery Channel to present revealed: the line of control on 15th august 9 pm

    Discovery Channel to present revealed: the line of control on 15th august 9 pm

    MUMBAI: Discovery Channel will air an exclusive one-hour programme on the 740 kilometer Line of Control (LOC), the military frontline between India and Pakistan, on 15th August at 9 PM – REVEALED: THE LINE OF CONTROL.

     

    Viewers will watch what it takes to keep the Line of Control efficiently managed, secure and peaceful. The programme looks at the formidable challenge of managing the treacherous frontline  in that region starting from the plains and weaning its way into hills and jungle terrain and ending at the snowy heights short of a glacier.

     

    In the programme, viewers will travel with the Indian officers and soldiers to understand how they defend the LOC, with training manoeuvres and border patrols. Moving along the LOC from Jammu till Poonch and then from Uri to Keran, where the terrain ranges from the plains near Jammu to hills and jungles, until the start of high altitude mountains north of Uri, the programme looks at what the LOC means in that sector.

     

    Throughout the one-hour, viewers will meet soldiers on the ground and record their experience in defending this military frontline. It includes interviews with senior commanders discuss how soldiers are continuously trained in new tactics, equipment and technology. REVEALED: THE LINE OF CONTROL will air on August 15 at 9 pm on Discovery Channel.

     

    Commenting on the programme, Rahul Johri, Executive Vice President and General Manager – South Asia and Head of Revenue, Pan-Regional Ad Sales and Southeast Asia, Discovery Networks Asia Pacific said, “Discovery Channel will give the viewers the first ever glimpse of the management of the Line of Control.  The programme goes behind the scenes to present the logistics, technology and above all the human resilience required to monitor it.”

     

    The LOC was been a source of tension between India and Pakistan and has been a theatre of wars. Since 1989, it has witnessed frequent infiltration, attempts, cross border shelling and heavy firing. In 1999, the two countries had gone to war over the control of territories along the barren heights of the northern reaches of the LOC near Kargil. Today, though troops are eye ball to eye ball in places and stressed to maintain the security of the LOC, it is much better managed and more peaceful. But better management and relative peace comes with a price.

  • Animal Planet brings third season of ‘Yeh Mera India’

    Animal Planet brings third season of ‘Yeh Mera India’

    MUMBAI: This August, as India celebrates its 68th year of Independence, Animal Planet takes viewers on an exotic journey through the country – from the epic Himalayan Mountains, down the mighty River Ganges, and across less explored landscapes of the North East – to explore its astonishing wildlife, secret locations and pristine natural beauty.

     

    Airing every night at 8 PM in August, Animal Planet’s one-month programming line-up YEH MERA INDIA is a celebration of India’s most stunning landscapes and incredible wildlife.

     

    To mark the occasion, Animal Planet launches YEH MERA INDIA animal anthem, collaborating visuals of spectacular Indian wildlife with thematic lyrics. The multi-lingual song has been composed by Bollywood’s eminent music directors Salim and Sulaiman Merchant and sung by Salim Merchant, Monali Thakur and Neeti Mohan in Hindi, Bangla and Tamil respectively.

     

    Rahul Johri, EVP and General Manager – South Asia and Head of Revenue, Pan-Regional Ad Sales and Southeast Asia, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific said “Yeh Mera India brings you closer to the amazing breadth of natural wonders India has to offer and the splendid wildlife that thrives in it.  The anthem amplifies the rich sounds of the flora and fauna from this extraordinary country.”

     

    Anthem composer Salim Merchant said, “Yeh Mera India anthem epitomizes the diversity and richness of fascinating regions in India. Music as a medium helps to build connect across age groups and territories.  I believe the anthem would bring viewers closer to the natural world.”

     

    Anthem composer Sulaiman Merchant said, “Yeh Mera India anthem is a melodious composition to rejoice India’s magnificent wildlife.  It epitomizes their freedom and encourages viewers to fall in love with them.”

    Popular singer and actor Monali Thakur added, “Animal Planet’s Yeh Mera India puts the spotlight on different parts of India, exploring the heart, mind and soul of the country. I am excited to be a part of the celebration and rediscover my own country.”

     

    Popular Bollywood singer Neeti Mohan commented, “I love animals and I’m proud to be associated with Animal Planet. Yeh Mera India inspires viewers to live in harmony with the nature.”

     

    YEH MERA INDIA is an immersive journey that examines the cultural, ecological and natural heritage of this country. Follow the flow of The Ganges, from the glaciers of the world’s highest mountains, the Himalayas, to the largest bay in the world, the Bay of Bengal. Find out why this river is a lifeline to an array of wild animals including India’s rare one-horned rhinoceros, as well as eight percent of the world’s population. Head high into the Himalayas to find out how its hostile terrain, powerful winds and sub-zero temperatures support one of the largest and most diverse collections of creatures on the planet, including man.

     

    Then travel into a lost world, home to head-hunting tribes, tiger-infested forests, unclimbed mountains and pristine rivers. Visit India’s Thar Desert and discover how this harsh environment supports both humans and some of the toughest and rarest creatures on earth. Finally, journey into the Western Ghats, a spine of mountains stretching for a thousand miles along India’s west coast, thought to be one of the most bio-diverse places in the world. On one side, tropical rainforests thrive and explode with life, including the endangered lion-tailed macaque; whilst on the eastern side, tigers and wild dogs compete for prey in its dry forests.

     

    YEH MERA INDIA line-up includes programmes like Wildest India, Odisha’s Wetlands, Nagarahole – Tales Creatures Of The Great Rains, Ladakh: Desert In The Skies, Magic Tree Of Assam, In Search Of The King Cobra amongst others.

     

    Please find enclosed the video link of the anthem. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHUKdA4ALcM

  • Discovery Communications launches ID, TLC HD and Animal Planet HD World

    Discovery Communications launches ID, TLC HD and Animal Planet HD World

    MUMBAI: Further expanding its reach and distribution, Discovery Communications has launched three new channels in India taking its network portfolio to 11 channels in all. The first is a Hindi entertainment channel ID Investigation Discovery dedicated to offer compelling true stories of crime and suspense, the second is TLC HD World and Animal Planet HD World.

     

    ID is already available across the country on digital and analogue networks including leading platforms like Hathway (channel no. 24), Siticable (channel no. 127) and Dish TV (channel no. 128). On the other hand, TLC HD World and Animal Planet HD World are available on Dish TV (49 and 52) respectively.

     

    Discovery Communications India EVP and general manager south Asia, Rahul Johri believes that with this move it will now satisfy the curiosity of millions of viewers in India.  “We have had a fantastic growth trajectory in India. We have consistently enhanced our product offerings, successfully implemented our localisation strategy and presented path-breaking India productions.”

     

    He is confident that ID will deliver unmatched entertainment through its impactful and investigative programming. “Strengthening our leadership in the HD genre, TLC HD World and Animal Planet HD World will accelerate the high definition drive in the country,” adds Johri.

     

    Providing fascinating stories of human nature, ID’s alluring series, in-depth specials and thought-provoking one-offs will challenge viewers’ perceptions. Some of the fascinating series that will premiere on ID include stories of married couples where one spouse has hidden a shocking secret that will have viewers shake their heads in disbelief in Who The (Bleep) Did I Marry?

     

    Follow the unpredictable twists of missing person cases and track investigations aimed at solving how and why people simply vanish in Disappeared. Watch how great marriages are nearly ruined when a maniacal, meddling mother-in-law oversteps her bounds in Evil-In-Law. Exciting true-crime series, Blood Relatives investigates homespun murder mysteries where everyone is a suspect and every suspect shares a last name. Watch forensic analysts, trace evidence experts, crime scene technicians, handwriting experts and more as they work together to help solve compelling murder cases in Solved.

     

    Viewers can prepare for a culinary adventure, set out on an immersive journey, gain myriad experiences; all in all Live More through TLC HD World’s programmes such as: Great Cruises that offers an inside view of the multi-billion dollar cruise industry; savour jaw dropping stories, histories, people and places behind your favourite Asian cuisines in Culinary Asia; feast to The World’s Greenest Homes where luxury and ecology co-exist to create a harmonious balance and watch the interesting story of Karl as he travels to the Seven Wonders in An Idiot Abroad.

     

    With its ‘Surprisingly Human’ proposition, Animal Planet HD World will offer audience an exciting and new blend of programming that will unravel mysteries, discover unexplored habitats, enjoy cuddly pets and witness extraordinary adventures of wildlife enthusiasts.

     

    Some of the immersive launches scheduled include Wildest Arctic that will showcase the last great wilderness on earth – arctic, explore the unique hidden worlds lying beneath the seas and oceans of the seven continents and Tanked follows business partners, best friends and arch rivals Wayde King and Brett Raymer, as they run the largest aquarium manufacturing company in America. Witness the sport of catching catfish with your bare hands with Hillbillies in Hillbilly Handfisn’ and tune in to the most comprehensive dog encyclopedia showing over 800 dog breeds recognised worldwide in Dogs 101.

     

    Discovery’s existing portfolio in India includes 11 channels: Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, Investigation Discovery-ID, TLC, Discovery Kids, Discovery Science, Discovery Tamil, Discovery Turbo, Discovery HD World, TLC HD World and Animal Planet HD World.