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  • MIB issues advisory to Colors for ‘Bigg Boss 7’

    MIB issues advisory to Colors for ‘Bigg Boss 7’

    NEW DELHI: The Information and Broadcasting Ministry (MIB) has issued an advisory to the general entertainment channel (GEC) Colors in connection with ‘Bigg Boss Season 7’ and a warning to Amrita TV for telecasting ‘Adults only’ certified film ‘The Don’.

     

    In the case of Colors, the Ministry has said that certain scenes of the series which commenced on 15 September last year ‘offended good taste and decency. The participants in the show used abusive and vulgar words with sexual overtones. The content also denigrated women. The programme even contained some potentially horrific and hazardous visuals which could be imitated by impressionable minds of children and it was not suitable for children and for unrestricted public exhibition.’

     

     It took note of an order that the Jammu and Kashmir High Court had on 24 September passed, in which it had asked the Ministry to examine the content of the series to ascertain if it was fit for telecast at 9.00 pm or after 11.00 pm.

     

     The Ministry had issued a show cause notice on 8 October to Colors in which it was brought out that prima facie Rule 6 (1) (a), (d), (k), (o) & Rule 6(5) of Programme Code contained in the Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994 appeared to have been violated by the channel.

     

     Colors had later in a letter dated 23 October told the I&B that it had not violated any provision of the Cable Television Network Rules 1994 and that ‘Bigg Boss’ was a reality show containing unscripted situations and actual occurrences between a group of people who live in a closed environment away from all external influences; this format was widely appreciated; and the show had been running successfully on Colors from the year 2008.

     

     The Inter-Ministerial Committee on 5 December also gave personal hearing that was accorded to the channel.

     

    Referring to an electric shock episode on 2 October, it was stated that this was part of various tasks that were intended to test the physical and mental strength of the participants.

     

     One particular housemate was assigned a task wherein she was to sit on a specific chair and bear a mild electric shock ‘to which she had voluntarily agreed’, and all the tasks assigned to the inmates of the house are pre-tested by the production team under strict supervision and controlled condition. The intensity of electric shock was very minimal since it was only of 15 volts.

     

    The Committee concluded that there was a need to depict some scenes carefully as the same could be risky and could be imitated by children. Thus, the channel should be careful with regard to content to be telecast on the channel keeping in view the fact that TV has a very wide reach and can create long lasting impression on the minds of viewers, particularly the children.

     

    The Ministry said the competent authority had come to the conclusion that though there was no grave violation of any provision of the Programme Code, care and caution was needed to be exercised by the channel while telecasting such nature of content within the framework laid down by the Cable Act and Rules. The channel should also ensure that the programme is suitable for unrestricted public exhibition and bear in mind the impression it could leave on the minds of children.

     

     Colors was therefore advised to adhere to the Programme and Advertising Codes and to be careful with regard to content to be telecast on the channel. “Strict compliance with the above direction should be ensured by the channel. Any violation shall entail such action against the channel as deemed fit in accordance with the Cable Television Network (Regulation) Act 1995 and the Rules framed there under as also the terms and conditions of the permission or approval granted under uplinking/downlinking guidelines,” the MIB said.

     

     Meanwhile, the Ministry has also warned Amrita TV to strictly adhere to the programme code prescribed under the 1995 Act and said any further violation may entail such action against the channel as deemed fit in accordance with the Act.

     

     The channel had telecast the film on 3 June 2012. A show cause notice had been issued to the channel on 28 May last year to the effect that ‘Rule 6(1)(o) of the programme code provides that no programme should be carried in the cable service, which is not suitable for unrestricted public exhibition. The Rule 6(1)(n) provides that no programme should be carried in the cable service, which contravenes the provisions of the Cinematograph Act 1952. Further, it stated that programmes unsuitable for children must not be carried at times when the largest number of children are watching.

     

    The channel had in its reply in June last year apologised and undertook that such incidents shall not be repeated in future. It said the film was shown erroneously and regretted the oversight. The channel claimed that when the agreement for this feature film was signed in 2006, it was not very conversant with the complexity of film protocols. The channel also claimed that it had edited out all the adult content in the film.

     

    The Inter-Ministerial Committee has therefore decided to let off the channel with a warning and expressed the hope that there will be no further violation of the Programme or Advertising Codes.

  • Amrita TV showcases Dazzle Nite for Christmas

    Amrita TV showcases Dazzle Nite for Christmas

    BENGALURU: As the red-robed Santa Claus sledges down from the North Pole with a jingle of bells to fill stockings to the brim with gaily wrapped  gifts and the Xmas trees festooned with garlands,  ribbons and glass sparkles  brighter than the stars, Amrita TV tinsels  the day with a bounty of programmes that celebrate the spirit of sharing and giving.

    Back home after attending the special Xmas mass, viewers can tune in to 3 G Movie at 2 PM
    3 G Third Generation’ is set against the backdrop of youth and modern technology. The movie moves forward through the three police officers – Manu, Suresh, and John – who try to bring about justice and peace with the aid of modern technologies like 3G.

    John, Mehul, and Arun are cast in the key roles. Vidya Unni is the heroine. Saikumar, Devan, Ramu, Irshad, Kalinga Sasi, Sukumari, Archana, Krishnaprabha include the supporting cast. 

    Mohan Sithara composes music for the lines by Rafeeq Ahmed, Murukan Kattakkada, and Engandiyoor Chandrasekharan. K P Anilkumar produces the movie under the banner of Tarakarupini Creations. 

    Amrita TV is hosting a wonderful music and dance Christmas event Dazzle Nite which will be telecast on Dec 25 from 7 pm onwards.

    Dazzle Nite features spectacular playback singers like Sayonara,Franco, Job, Mridula- each one having a distinct performance  style.

    The highlight of Dazzle Nite will be dazzling dance performances by noted actors like Shamna Kasim and Mahalekshmi.

    To energize the Xmas spirit will be a rocking 8-member band,who will perform using Keyboard, Drums,Bass,Guitars,Flute and other percussion instruments.

    Dazzle Nite representing a scintillating display of talents and performances will be staged for an invited audience on Dec 21 at the magnificent Durbar Hall Ground,Kochi.

  • Amrita TV announces a reality show for pairs

    Amrita TV announces a reality show for pairs

    MUMBAI: A dance reality show Let’s Dance is giving an opportunity to dance enthusiasts to participate in pairs. The show would soon be launched on the Malayalam TV channel, Amrita TV. The participants should be in the age group of 18-30 and can be husband-wife, sisters, brothers, brother-sister, friends, or any two people who share a good chemistry and have a knack for dancing.

     

    Each pair will have a choreographer and they will go through several elimination rounds. The show is inviting contestants from across India as well as the gulf. The judging panel will consist of known choreographers and celebrities.

     

    Previously, the channel has hosted two other dance shows – Super Dancer and Super Dancer Junior – that were quite popular with the masses. Even this time around, the channel is making sure to create the right buzz. Many different dance forms will be a part of the show including classical, contemporary, Bollywood, hip-hop, jazz, kalarippayattu, salsa, samba and musical theatre styles.

     

    According to the channel sources, Let’s Dance will have good quality set with LED walls, bright lights and amazing sound systems.

     

    The auditions for the show will begin on 14 December in Kerala and the last date for submission of entries is 13 December.

  • Amrita TVs short snippet Thattu Kada crosses 500 days of telecast

    Amrita TVs short snippet Thattu Kada crosses 500 days of telecast

    MUMBAI: BENGALURU: Malayalam GEC and news satellite FTA channel Amrita TV announced that its one to three minute snippets’ program on fast food eateries ‘Thattu Kada’ has completed 500 days. The show is aired seven times daily towards the end of each news bulletin.

     

    “Not everyone has the time to watch a 30 minute episode on eateries,” says a source at Amrita TV to www.indiantelevision.com. “Our focus has been on low cost, on variety, on hygienic places and food. We’ve had calls from across the country from people asking us for the location of a food joint in their area that has been aired by us,” informed the source.

     

    “Each snippet is produced by our various bureaus’ across the country, and we air Thattu Kada all days of the week, including Sundays’,” the source added further. “Since a snippet is a part of the news, we have not brought on separate sponsors’ for the show as yet.”

     

    The channels says that over 500 eateries have been aired on Amrita TV with a new joint being featured every day of the week. Fanning out in all districts of Kerala as well as Delhi ,Chennai, Bangalore ,Mumbai, Hyderabad, UP, Bihar, Chattisgarh, Uttarakhand , Gujarat and Assam, Amrita TV news reporters have discovered and highlighted unknown food joints which dish out culinary delights at affordable prices.

     

    The channel says that in an era where eating out has become a burden, the popularity of Amrita TV’s ‘Thattu Kada’ is a testimony of the common man’s preference for food which is cooked in front of one’s own eyes, served piping hot without any cosmetic frills, and at a value-for-money tariff.

  • Amrita TVs Navarathri Specials

    Amrita TVs Navarathri Specials

    Amrita TV joins in the annual October Navarathri festivities with a number of programmes over an extended 3 day period, Saturday 12th October , Mahanavami on the 13th and Vijayadashmi on the 14th to celebrate its spirit.

    Scintillating dances by Manju Warrier, riveting competitive performances by Stephen Devassy and Sivamani and special features on the Mookambika Temple and Paravoor Saraswathy Temple makes Amrita TV’s 2013 Navarathri celebrations distinctive.

    An exclusive episode of Udayamritham at 6.30 am on October 12th explains the Durga Bhava of the Mother Goddess, presents a musical visualization of the Durga Stothram , considers the depiction of the Devi in our Puranas as a cosmic force that destroys demonic forces that threatens the world equilibrium and explores the Kasi Durga Kshetra, one of the 3 most famous temples dedicated to Goddesses in India.

    Amritavarshom 60 Archana, a collection of captivating performances in song and dance by noteworthy artistes in the field of art and entertainment are braided together to provide an absorbing half-an-hour of entertainment at 9.00am. Hariharan’s heart rending masterpiece Nakhashatangal, a movie that will always bring a lump to the throat of every Malayalee and which saw the debut of Monisha in a National Award winning role along with Vineeth, will go on air at 2.00pm. Keyboard expert Stephen Devassy and drums maestro Sivamani demonstrate their versatility and finesse in the craft , by playing in tandem in Amritavarshom 60 Kala Archana at 7.pm.

    Continuing the special Navarathri series, the Mahanavami edition of Udayamritham telecast at 6.30am on October 13th examines the Saraswathy Bhava of the great Divine Mother, reflects on the portrayal of the Goddess of speech and learning in our ancient texts, explaining its sasthra in the modern context and visits the Kanchi Kamakshi Temple.In Sruthilayam at 7.00 am which presents the penultimate day of the nine day Navarathri Sangeetholsavam , famous Carnatic musician and playback singer M.K Sankaran Namboothiri mesmerizes viewers with the versatility of his vocal recitals.

    An assorted anthology of Saraswathy related Navarathri special songs compiled from evergreen Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi films, some related to the traditional kolu that exhibits dolls and the figurines of Gods arranged on tiers, Swarnachamaran at 7.30 am presents the poignant Swararaga Roopini from Kavya Mela tuned to unforgettable perfection by Dakshina Moorthy and rendered in the dulcet tones of the young Yesudas; Malayali’s celebrated kolu duet Manasilunaroo from Marunattil Oru Malayali that has endured over decades; the memorable Brahmanandini Saraswathy of Jeevikkan Marunnupoya Shtree penned by Vayalar, put to music by MS and sung by Yesudas and Vasantha; the super hit, all time favourite Punnakai Mannan from the timeless classic Iru Kodukal etc.

    Amritavarshom 60 Archana continues with its banquet of variegated splashes of colorful artistic performances at 9.00am; Amme Mookambike slotted for 11.30 am , is a compact feature on the famed Mookambika Temple, which provides a close-up view of its exquisite interiors while tracing the origins of a shrine back through the path of its puranic history. Sauhritham co-starring Suresh Gopi with Geeetha and Narendra Prasad comes on at 2.00pm.
    With a virtuoso performance in classical Bharatanatyam that would have done seasoned danseuses proud, Manju Warrier once the primma donna of Mollywood ,underlines that she is par excellence in dance as well in Amritavarshom 60 Kala Archana at 7.00pm.

    Vijayadashmi celebrations on the 14th begins with Vandanam at 6.00am which presents a string of deeply expressive, soul stirring Saraswathy bhajans melodiously rendered by Kavalam Sreekumar and Sreevalsan Menon . The final episode of the Pooja specific series of Udayamritham at 6.30 am depicts the Lekshmi bhava of the Great Adi Sakhti , visualizes Adi Sankaracharya’s keerthanas on the Devi and explores the ancient Mookambika Temple.

    The Vijayadashmi episode of Sruthilayam at 7 am, in which the annual Sangeetholsavam reaches its climax, one of the greatest living exponents of Carnatic music, Smt Parassala B Ponnamal makes the show something to be cherished for long, with a demonstration of her mastery and expertise over classical ragas. A rainbow of sparkling star performances light up the morning in Amritavarshom 60 Archana at 9.00 am.

    Saraswathy Namasthubhyam at 12 noon is an enlightening programme on the Vadakkan Paravoor Dakshina Mookambika Saraswathy temple where Navarathri is celebrated with great excitement and fervor; the show does a circumambulation of its hallowed premises to examine its rituals and rites and delve into its rich stock of legends and lores. Vennisile Vyapari with Mammootty and Kavya Madhavan makes for compelling viewing from 2.00pm. A fascinating jugalbandhi by Karaikudi Mani and Shankar Tucker in Amritavarshom 60 Archana at 7.00 pm that hold the viewers spellbound with its perfect fusion rounds off this year’s Navarathri celebrations on a high note.

  • Amrita TV Telecasts Special Shows For Amrita Varsham 60

    Amrita TV Telecasts Special Shows For Amrita Varsham 60

    As Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, one of India’s foremost spiritual leaders who has alleviated the misery of millions through her physical embrace as well as her global network of charitable institutions approaches her 60th birthday and legions of her devotees the world over converge on Amritapuri to celebrate it, Amrita TV devotes a series of programmes to commemorate the special milestone on September 27th .

     

    Sudhasagaram in Udayamritham at 6.30am from 20-27 September showcases Amma’s advice and the practical applications of her sayings in today’s world .A constructive implementation of her teachings on a variety of topics, these 5 minute segments demonstrate how her traditional wisdom can be used in modern times on subjects as varied as Spirituality and kids, Old age, Food, Relationships etc.

     

    Samarppanam at 8.30am on September 27th presents some of Amma’s best speeches, including her acceptance speech at the State University of New York, after she was conferred with an honorary doctorate in humane letters at its campus in Buffalo.

     

    Padapuja live from 9.00am on September 27th brings the padapuja ritual, the ceremonious washing of the Guru’s feet performed by Swami Amritaswaroopananda and others , accompanied by the chanting of Guru Geeta and Vedic mantras.

     

    Amritageethangal at 9.30am on September 27th , a collection of Amma’s devotional hymns in simple stirring language, invoking the Lord and expressing deep love for the divine rendered by top playback singers Vidhu Pratap, Manjeri etc transports devotees to a state of spiritual rapture.

     

    Lokathinoramma in 2 parts telecast on 26th & 27th at 10am is a complete overview of Amma’s activities in various spheres such as humanitarian, charitable, education, science, medicine undertakings with which she is at the forefront whenever, wherever aid is required; a summary of the projects that offers succor to millions across the globe be it in disaster relief, free homes for the poor, care home for senior citizens, mass wedding ceremonies for the destitute, free meals for the underprivileged, legal aid and free counseling for the needy etc that reaches the people with an efficiency that is the envy of the government and private sectors alike. Ammayodoppam follows at 10.30am.

     

    Amritadhara, a short segment in Sandhyadeepam at 6.30pmon September 27th encapsulates a montage of images which capture Amma’s global charitable projects and humanitarian activities that includes relief and rehabilitation for victims of natural disaster such as floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, orphanages, charitable hospitals etc.

     

    Chintamridam are 2 minute fillers that will be shown in between programmes from September 20-27th , an assortment of Amma’s opinions and counsels on a broad range of topics ranging from traditional to modern, little nuggets of wisdom inscribed on the screen with a voiceover of the same in the background.

     

    There will also be special 5 minute birthday segments in all news bulletins from September 20th -27th .

  • Onam Special Programmes From Amrita TV

    Onam Special Programmes From Amrita TV

    Uthradam, the first day of Onam on September 15th begins with a special episode of Taste of Kerala at 7.00am in which the show along with Renjini Menon the anchor, treks deep into the heart of Wynad to the Coffee County Farm Resort where in a hundred year old tharavadu,they tuck into a lavish Onam repast picking up tips on the proper ways of serving a sadya. In Ona Sparsham at 7.30 am Amrita TV strives to bring a touch of warmth and joy to the star-crossed sections on the fringes of society who are shut out of the Onam festivities and in its 1st edition, actress Sarayu who celebrates Onam with differentially abled children is amazed at the depth of their artistic talent. Narrated in the soft shades of a British autumn, Shyamaprasad’s English, which braids together the lives of 4 immigrants in London, co-stars Jayasuriya, Mukesh ,Nadiya Moidu and Nivin Pauly is aired for the first time on Television at 8.45 am.

     

    Ona Sadya at 12.30 pm spreads its plantain leaf at the homestead of legendery vegetarian chef Pazhayidom Mohanan Namboothiri, to relish the taste of a typical, traditional Thripoonithara Onam feast as he prepares pineapple payasam and kay varuthathu specially for Uthradom. Mammootty in a custom made role of a wronged cop who decodes a gruesome murder mystery, shares screen space with Roma and Ragini Dwivedi in the spine chiller thriller Face to Face slated for its grand TV premiere at 1.15 pm. Sweta Menon opens up her heart and mind in an interview at 5.30 pm. In Akathalakkaryam at 6.25 pm, an interview series that holds in confidential conversation the better halves of famous celebrities, Saboora wife of director Kamal thinks back to their courtship days when Kamal’s mother used to indulge in ‘match fixing’ eligible girls in the neighbourhood for Kamal to which his reply was always an emphatic no, but when Saboora came to stay with them one summer holidays, his usual nay changed to a resounding yes; Saboora is a true soul mate to Kamal, literally being with him through thick and thin, sharing his highs and supportive in his lows. Amrita Sandhya , an exhilarating combination of dances ranging from the irresistible seductiveness of the Arabic belly dance, the controlled finesse of the Chinese dragon dance, the mesmerizing grace of Indian classical, the foot-tapping variety of Hindi cinematic, is made headier by songs from the winners of the top music reality shows, led by playback singer Akila Anand follows at 7.00pm. Bhama shares her happiness at the upswing in her career graph, ;her delight at how well her transformation from country lass to city gal was received by her fans and so on in a cozy chat at 8.00pm. VVS Laxman in his 1st ever interview to a Malayalam channel ,Very Very Special Onam at 8.30 pm divulges that as the son of a doctor couple, he joined for medicine but chose cricket as a career; recollects the grand debut in the Under 19 team where he top scored against Australia; the hurt at being dropped towards the end of his career; hints at his entry into the National Cricket administration through the Hyderabad Cricket Association. Prime time highlight belongs to Mohanlal in Hridayapoorvam Lalettan at 9.00pm which catches him in a rare pensive mood.

     

    September 16th ,Thiruvonam day’s shows begins with a special episode of Udayamritham at 6.30pm. Mandahasa Pushpam, an interview with Lekshmi Gopalaswamy follows at 7am.Ushering into the mainstream those who had been sidelined during the Onam revelry, Amrita TV visits the Attakkulangara Vanita Jail with actress Lekshmipriya in Ona Sparsham at 7.30 am who spends quality time with its inmates interacting, dancing and sharing a sadya with those unfortunate souls who had stepped over the boundaries drawn by the law. Shaji Kailash switches to a new genre in the chirpy action comedy entertainer Madirasi, high on humor and hilarity with Jayaram, Tiny Tom and Meghna Raj providing the guffaws, making its debut screening on TV at 8.15 am. Pazhayidom Mohanan Namboothiri whose culinary wizardry had delighted thousands of hungry students at State Youth festivals shares the secrets of his trademark Palada Pradhaman, making it from scratch in Ona Sadya at 12.30pm. Seasoned director Joshiy and actor non-pareil Mohanlal joins forces in the SN Swamy penned runaway hit Lokpal, boasting of Kavya Madhavan and Manoj K Jayan also in the lead, appearing for the 1st time on the TV screens at 1.15 pm. Akathalakkaryam at 6.25 pm, features Saraswathy teacher, the 2nd wife of celebrated novelist and scriptwriter MT Vasudevan Nair, as she skims over the years to the time she got acquainted with MT as his daughter Sithara’s music mistress; how she succeeded in toning down her abrasive and caustic husband to a mellower self; MT’s fondness for their daughter Aswathy with whom he discusses everything under the sun, to which Saraswathy is a silent listener. Amrita Sandhya, an international medley of dances from far and near with popular songs by talents on the doorstep of fame lend rhythm and melody to Malayalee’s global festival at 7.00pm. Appearing for the 1st time on a Malayalam channel ,Kapil Dev in Kapil Devinoddoppam at 8.30pm recalls the intoxicating days of the World Cup win, the defining moment of Indian Cricket history; how he was sure towards the end that his devils were a match for the mighty Windies; regrets the crass commercialization that is gobbling up the sport; reveals the shock and disbelief he felt on being stripped off his post as Head of National Cricket Academy without prior warning or notice. Mohanlal’s meditative mood continues in the rendezvous Hridayapoorvam Lalettan on Thiruvonam at 9.00pm.Dileep is his usual exuberant self in an uninhibited dialogue at 9.30 pm in Chiri Noolizha Naitha Onappudava.

     

    Avittom starts off with the pleasing harmony of traditional folk music in Nadanppattukal at 7.00am in which Nattuppolima, an organization dedicated to popularizing our ancient folk legacy re-creates the spirit and soul of the folk songs sung by peasants during the Onams of yore. Carrying on with the concept of a different Onam for those forsaken by Fate, Amrita TV and Anila Sreekumar revel in its spirit, with the inmates of Asha Bhavan, a rehabilitation centre for destitute female mental patients in Ona Sparsham at 7.30am.Lucky Ali, in his first ever appearance in a Malayalam channel sketches the notes of his musical journey past, present and the plans he has drawn up for his future in Good Luck at 8.15 am. Premiering for the premier time on television, Players that veers off the beaten track to speed along the fast lane, tells the tale of a band of young bike riders comprising Jayasurya, Jishnu, Nishant Sagar with Kavya and Siddique riding pillion at 8.45 am. Pazhayidom Mohanan Namboothiri, connoisseur of the vegetarian wonders of Kerala cuisine serves up rose munthiri payasam and olan in Ona Sadya at 12.30pm. Providing good value for money with its theme of a middle-aged man’s infatuation for a teenager, is the Sreenivasan starrer Money Back Policy with Sarayu, Nedumudi Venu and Sreeith Vijay also in the credit list, in its inaugural appearance on the small screen at 1.15pm.

     

    Villain turned comedian and occasional hero Baburaj discusses his make over in a get together at 5.30 pm. In the Akathalakkaryam series at 6.25 pm, Sheela wife of business tycoon Kochouseph Chittilappilly and herself hailing from a wealthy family was dismayed when her bank employee husband resigned to start his own venture V-Guard; she didn’t dare protest when Kochouseph donated his kidney for fear that if she did, he ‘d donate both his kidneys; but donation was beneficial after all for after being relieved of a kidney, her grouchy husband was a much easy going man now. It is a red letter day in Deepak Dev’s life when Dev and his family, Sayanora and her baby and the families of the Super Star Junior contestants get together for a free wheeling chat session and watch Dev’s twin daughters make their Arangettam on the Super Star Junior stage in a Utsava Thalam at 7pm. Dev marvels at the impishness of Fate which earmarked the same stage that skyrocketed him to household fame for the musical debut of his daughters. Celebrities join in the fun and frolic as TV serial stars Aneesh Ravi buttonholes festival visitors splashing about in the rides at the Wonderland Water Theme Park and bamboozles them with teaser questions on Onam in Ona Sallapam at 8.30pm. Kunchako Boban analyses his latest releases and the reasons for his dream run at 9.00pm in Ona Thillakavum Chakkochanum. Dileep’s frank and forthright views continue in the informal talk Chiri Noolizha Naitha Onappudavaat 9.30 pm.

     

    Chatayam , the last day of Onam, gets going with attempts to revive our folk heritage to entertain us with the lilt and tempo of authentic folk music in Nadanppattukal at 7.00am .Ona Sparsham continues to cast a ray of hope on sections bypassed by society at 7.30 am.

     

    Dance and Music at 8.15 am serves as a early preamble to the visual extravaganza to follow with riveting performances from previous editions of Super Dancer Finales.Tracing the thread of the stirring story of a young widow woven into the backdrop of the rigidly traditional Palakkadan Brahmin community of the pre -Independence era, Gramam starring Nishan , Samvrutha Sunil Mohan Sharma etc celebrates its 1st showing on TV at 8.45 am.Pazhayidom Mohanan Namboothiri shows glimpses of his lip smacking repertoire with the flavours of Ari Payasam and pineapple pachadi in Ona Sadya at 12.30pm. A taut political satire that will etch a place on the mental map of the audience, Bhoopadathil Illatha Oridam with Sreenivasan , Iniya and Nivin Pauly heading the starcast makes its inaugural appearance on the small screen at 1.15 pm. Mazhaneerthullikal, an interview with Meghna Raj and VK Prakash comes on at 5.30 pm. In Akathalakkaryangal at 6.25 pm, cine actor Sudheesh’s wife Dhanya who surpasses him in witticisms and sense of humour remembers their ‘bride seeing ceremony during which how they were ushered into a room for a private conversation, only to discover that a couple of inquisitive young cousins had taken position under the bed to eavesdrop on them; Dhanya an artist by profession had developed a crush on her arts master at college but found him snatched away by her best friend. Celebrity Onam questionnaire continues in Ona Sallapam at 8.30pm, as those who waded in Onam celebrations at a water theme park find themselves in deep waters under the teaser queries. Interview with Anoop Menon Puthumayude Ponnonam will be telecast at 9.00pm followed by Festival of Colors ,a intimate chat with Fahad Fazil at 9.30pm.

  • Amrita TV Offers A Rich Repast For Id-Ul-Fitr

    Amrita TV Offers A Rich Repast For Id-Ul-Fitr

    MUMBAI: When the sighting of the shawwal moon marks the end of the month of fasting and millions throng the mosques and masjids to offer prayers, Amrita TV celebrates Id with a series of special shows.

    Al Manar, a Ramadan special show that had been regaling viewers for half-an-hour everyday of the Holy Month with a sweeping coverage of the rich cultural heritage of Malabar, culminates its month long celebrations with a special telecast at 9 am on Friday August 9th ,that gives glimpses of conventional Muslim folk art such as Oppana, Duff Muttu, Qwaalis, Ghazals etc that re-affirms the significance of the most important month in the Islamic calender.

    Nombu Thura at 9.30 am presents a lip-smacking buffet of the traditional delicacies of the magnificent Iftar banquet with which the faithful break their day long fast. Prepared and served piping hot in a prominent Muslim home in Thallesery, it captures the flavor and taste of the exotic dishes of the famed Mappila cuisine of the Malabar coast-of unnakaye, erachi pathiri, kozhi pidi, chicken samosa, kallumekaye nirachathu and so on.

    The high spot of the festive day is a free wheeling conversation 'Chamyangalillathe Chacochan'at 10 am in which the reflective and articulate young icon is caught in a confidential mode, opening his heart out on the high hopes he nurses for his latest outing in Lal Jose's Pullipulikalum Aattinkuttiyum, a rollicking out and out mass entertainer where he dons the role of a modern day Kuttanadan native whose 'get up' is such that he has 'stepped out of Alappuzha but has not quite reached Fort Kochi' ; the perils encountered in the death defying shoot schedule of the film in the heart of flood ravaged Kuttanad; his decade long friendship with Lal Jose who gave him an image make over from dashing pin-up boy to rustic country bumpkin in his 2nd coming in Elsamma enna Aankutty; the indefinable, mysterious chemistry he shares with Biju Menon that has given Mollywood some of its greatest box office hits etc.

    Leading to the lavish Id lunch at noon, is Sneha sangamam at 11.30 am, a sumptuous spread of dance and song jointly hosted by Amrita TV and the Bangalore Kerala Samajam that scoops out the most delectable classic dance medleys choreographed on Mollywood's favourite songs, by Vineeth, Lekshmi Gopalaswmy and group; a treat of recent Malayalam hits by playback stars Afzal, Biju Narayanan, Sweta Mohan, Sreeram and Meghna;skits that have one in stitches from Country Cousins; caricatures from Jayaraj Warrier that hits bull's eye, all of which will have the audience hungering for more.

  • Amrita TV launches Newstrack

    MUMBAI: Amrita TV has launched “Newstrack”, a daily news bulletin at 6.00 pm.

    The news bulletin features five major news breaks and stories. There will be one “Big Story” of the day which will be analysed in-depth with guests coming on live from its various news bureaus in Kerala and Delhi.

    Part of the show “In-Brief” segment wraps up the key highlights of national and global news. “Newstrack” will also have a live report filed from the Amrita TV sports desk.

    Backed by innovative graphics,new-look scrolls and tickers, “Newstrack” is aimed at news-centric Keralites around the world.

  • Amrita TV Super Star Junior grand finale

    Amrita TV Super Star Junior grand finale

    MUMBAI: The music reality show Super Star Junior from Amrita TV will air its culminating episode live on Sunday 25 January from 6:40 pm to 10 pm from Trivandrum. It will be a hotly contested battle between three finalists- Al Sabith (13), Lincy (13) and Pradeesh (14)for the Super Star Junior crown.

    Apart from performances by the three Super Star Junior finalists, this live telecast will also be interspersed with performances from the judges of the show and prominent musicians like Gayatri, Deepak Dev, George Peter, Alphonse, Stephen, Naresh Iyer. The winners of the past Super Star Singer – Sangeeth and runner-up Job will also entertain audiences.

    Super Star Junior winner stands to win a cash prize of Rs 2,50,000 along with a one-year contract with the channel. The first and second runner-up contestants get prize money of Rs 1,50,000 and Rs 1,00,000 respectively. The winner will also enjoy a free trip with his family to Dubai.

    The contest is open to public voting which will be updated throughout the show.

    The invitees at the grand finale include a select audience consisting of Amrita TV’s national and local clients, media planners, ad agencies. A specially invited gathering of celebrities, film and music industry performers, children from schools of contestants participating in the contest, media persons and well-wishers.

    Nearly 10,000 applicants were short listed down to 11 contestants by a panel of well-known music directors and musicians. Sponsored by Brooke Bond Red Label, the past few months have seen the elimination rounds being aired on weekdays in the prime time band where the littles champs battle it out with each other.

    The show will be viewed by millions of viewers of Amrita TV which has a global footprint covering Australia, Middle East, USA, Canada, UK, Europe and parts of South Africa.