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  • Shaadi, shots and showdowns as colors serves up a spicy new reality dish

    Shaadi, shots and showdowns as colors serves up a spicy new reality dish

    MUMBAI: Move over roses and violins Colors is gatecrashing dinner with a side of drama, as it unveils its first ever real-ationship reality show, Pati Patni Aur Panga – Jodiyon Ka Reality Check. Premiering on 2nd August, this shaadi-meets-showdown series will air every Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 pm, promising a generous dollop of laughter, love, and ludicrous household fights.

    Fresh off the finale of Laughter Chefs, the channel has traded spoons for squabbles, roping in seven celebrity couples to bring their private quirks to primetime. These aren’t rehearsed roles, they’re raw, real, and ready to air their laundry (possibly quite literally) in front of the nation.

    The show features a power-packed lineup of couples, Debinna Bonnerjee–Gurmeet Choudhary, Hina Khan–Rocky Jaiswal, Rubina Dilaik–Abhinav Shukla, Avika Gor–Milind Chandwani, Swara Bhasker–Fahad Ahmad, Geeta Phogat–Pawan Kumar, and Sudesh Lehri–Mamta Lehri. From love to laughter and every little panga in between, these jodis bring their quirks, chaos and chemistry to the screen.  

    The show’s glossy, high-energy finish owes much to the behind-the-scenes crew that stitched it all together. Director of photography Tribhuvan Babu lends a vibrant visual grammar to the episodes, while Swapnil Patole, Chief Colourist at the Independent Colourists Guild (ICG), ensures every frame carries emotional weight and tonal harmony. Technical finesse is handled by DI Technician Sachin More, Line Producer Sameer Shaikh, and DI Colour Assistant Kiran Gulgule, with Famous Studios Ltd leading post-production duties. Together, the team brings a cinematic sheen to the dinner-table chaos that unfolds in every episode.

    On the brand front, the show has attracted a wide swathe of consumer-facing names as sponsors each with a strategic reason to align with a format rooted in everyday intimacy and relatability. Nivea, as presenting sponsor, ties in seamlessly with themes of care, comfort, and authenticity, reflecting the emotional subtext of the show. Sugar Free Green, Rajdhani Besan, Cadbury Dairy Milk, and Pour Home Air Fresheners are all brands woven into the domestic fabric of Indian households just like the show’s celebrity couples navigating real-life love and laundry. Supporting brands like Envy Perfumes, Vikram Tea, Colgate, and Catch Masale see the high-engagement, weekend primetime slot as a direct route to the hearts and kitchens of Indian families. For these partners, ROI isn’t just about impressions or TRPs; it’s about cultural salience, brand recall, and showing up where the emotion is most real right between a laugh, a fight, and a plate of hot pakoras.

    Hosting this panga-packed party are Sonali Bendre, bringing poise and patience, and Munawar Faruqui, the designated “towel crime” police and chaos coordinator. Dubbed The Sonu-Monu Show by the crew, their repartee is already the stuff of reality-TV legend, a mix of zingers, comebacks, and cringe confessions.

    Behind all the glam, the show peels back layers of public personas to reveal unfinished sentences, kitchen fails, love languages, and one-word replies that spark weeklong sulks. Viewers are invited to peek behind the velvet curtains of celebrity marriages from ridiculous pet names to strategic foot rubs and witness the delicate art of surviving, thriving and occasionally fighting in love.

    To up the stakes, family members and housekeepers also chime in with their versions of truth bombs, making this not just a couples show but a full house of fun and friction.

    Speaking about the channel’s pivot to deeper emotional territory, Alok Jain of JioStar said, “We’ve always led from the front in non-fiction formats, and Pati Patni Aur Panga is our next big bet. This isn’t just content, it’s connection, showing the real, raw parts of celeb relationships that mirror our own homes.”

    Shweta Dalal, Marketing Director of Nivea India, added, “This show mirrors the same values we believe in care, trust, and authenticity. We’re thrilled to be part of a format that speaks so honestly to everyday companionship.”

    Sonali Bendre, returning to TV in a more emotionally hands-on avatar, shared, “This is not just about tasks or points. It’s about catching those in-between moments the real stuff that makes or breaks a relationship. And Munawar brings the madness to my method!”

    Munawar Faruqui, never one to hold back, quipped, “Main hoon yahan ka certified panga maker. I say what most husbands are thinking but are too scared to say out loud and I love every awkward second of it.”

    So if you’re ready for a hearty laddu of shaadi reality, not just the goals, but the gaffes too mark your calendars. Pati Patni Aur Panga is not your average reality show; it’s reality in all its messy, mushy, magnificent glory. Premieres 2 August, Saturdays & Sundays at 9:30 pm only on Colors.

     

  • “The people there were really warm, and the food was absolutely lip-smacking”: Hina Khan

    “The people there were really warm, and the food was absolutely lip-smacking”: Hina Khan

    Mumbai: Amazon miniTV, Amazon’s free video streaming service, recently released the bromance dramedy Namacool, which has been basking in praise from audiences across that country ever since its release. Set in the bustling city of Lucknow, the series follows Mayank and Piyush, two best friends who yearn for fame as they enter their second year of college, unintentionally inviting an emotional rollercoaster as they embark on a quest to discover the true essence of manhood. Their lives spiral into a world of uncertainty, crime, and deceit when fate leads them to encounter new friends, enemies, and love interests. With numerous unexpected twists and turns, viewers will be hooked to the series from start to finish as this hilarious story unfolds.

    Hina Khan, who plays Rubiya, discusses her character in the series, stating, “I play the character of Rubiya, wife of the dean. She is the eye candy for every boy in the college. Rubiya is the main mystery of the show. She does not just plot her husband’s murder but uses this young boy from the college to help her. Rubiya is a mixture of sweet and spicy, basically one of those ‘masala’ characters in the show who turns out to be the shocking mystery element.”

    Furthermore, Hina also shares her experience of shooting for the series in the city of Nawabs – Lucknow, saying, “It was a lovely experience shooting in Lucknow. I absolutely loved my stay in the city! The people there were really warm, and the food was absolutely lip-smacking! I enjoyed trying out all the local delicacies that the cast and crew made me try. Overall, it was a great experience shooting there!”

    Directed by Ritam Shrivastava and written by Shantanu Srivastava, this seven-episode series features a talented cast, including Hina Khan, Abhinav Sharma, Aaron Koul, Abhishek Bajaj, Anushka Kaushik, Faisal Malik, and Aadil Khan in pivotal roles. Namacool is now streaming exclusively on Amazon miniTV for free within Amazon’s shopping app, on Prime Video, Fire TV, Smart TVs, or download the app from Play Store.

  • Amazon miniTV unveils the quirky trailer of its upcoming series Namacool

    Amazon miniTV unveils the quirky trailer of its upcoming series Namacool

    Mumbai: Amazon miniTV has unveiled the highly anticipated trailer of its upcoming comedy-drama series, Namacool. Set in Lucknow, the trailer features two inseparable friends, Mayank and Piyush who are far from royal and yearn for fame as they enter their second year of college. The duo finds themselves in a series of hilarious misfortunes that sets off a journey of comedy, romance, and crime as they attempt to unfold the true definition of manhood. Directed by Ritam Shrivastava and written by Shantanu Srivastava, this seven-episode series features Hina Khan, Abhinav Sharma, Aaron Koul, Abhishek Bajaj, Anushka Kaushik, Faisal Malik, and Aadil Khan in pivotal roles. This comedy drama is produced by Reliance Entertainment Studios.

    Namacool follows the lives of Mayank and Piyush as they uncover the true essence of manhood. Fate leads them to stumble upon new friends, foes, and love interests that set their lives spiralling into a world of confusion, comedy, and drama. Packed with enthralling twists and turns, viewers will be on the edge of their seats as the story of this laugh riot unfolds upon them.

    Sharing his thoughts on the upcoming series, Amazon miniTV head of content Amogh Dusad said, “Namacool aims to have a refreshing take on the comedy-drama genre through its quirky storytelling. It’s a story that will resonate strongly with audiences in the Hindi heartland through its dialogues, screenplay and much more. We’re certain that it will strike a chord with viewers who will definitely want more!”

    Expressing her excitement about portraying the charming and enigmatic Rubiya, Hina Khan shared, “As an artist, collaborating with Amazon miniTV for the first time has been an exhilarating experience. Working on Namacool has been nothing short of amazing, and I’m truly delighted to be a part of such a fantastic project. It’s a quintessential comedy-drama, a laughter riot that will surely etch a special place in the hearts of audiences nationwide. I can’t wait for them to join us on this entertaining ride that will leave them in splits.”

    “Being a part of Namacool has been like stepping into a world where every moment is a blend of comedy, chaos, and honest heartfelt moments. Portraying the character of Mayank has been a journey of self-discovery, where I’ve explored the highs and lows of friendship, love, and the hilarious mishaps that shape us. Working on this project with Amazon miniTV and an extremely talented cast and crew has been a wonderful experience, and I’m thrilled to invite viewers to embark on this journey with us.” shared Abhinav Sharma, who is essaying the role of Mayank in the series.

    Namacool will premiere on 17 May exclusively on Amazon miniTV.

  • More than hygiene, Svish sanitisers offer a lifestyle upgrade

    More than hygiene, Svish sanitisers offer a lifestyle upgrade

    NEW DELHI: It was a chance visit to Delhi from Toronto a few weeks before the Covid2019 lockdown was announced here that pushed advertising veteran Jaideep Mahajan to end his sabbatical and start a completely new entrepreneurial journey with Svish On The Go with founder and CEO Ishan Grover. A one-of-its-kind brand that is taking sanitisers to the lifestyle category, the company was launched in December after months of research, trials, and brainstorming sessions and within a few weeks has clocked sales of six lakh+ units, despite competing with hordes of established and young brands. In a recent conversation with Indiantelevision.com’s Mansi Sharma, Svish On The Go co-founder and CMO, Mahajan tells all about the brand, its vision, and marketing plans. Edited excerpts follow:

    On taking the entrepreneurial route

    I had already spent more than two decades in the advertising industry, working at all possible agencies, building so many top brands, and winning all possible awards before I decided to try something new. I moved to Toronto with my family a year ago. Interestingly, I came to visit Delhi for a small break in March when the lockdown was announced and I was left here alone with nothing to do. And for someone who belongs to the advertising world, it is almost impossible to sit idle because we are used to working a lot. It was the same for Ishan (Grover), who is a big name in the brewing industry. The business was shut and he too was looking forward to doing something valuable and interesting. Luckily, we knew each other from a previous project and we connected again. 

    I was ever-willing to move to the other side of the fence and create a brand instead of just nurturing it for a client. So, I thoroughly enjoyed the whole process of creating Svish from scratch and building something path breaking. 

    On building brand Svish

    Sanitisation, hygiene, and cleanliness were the buzz words when Ishan connected with me for Svish. Soon, there were new brands popping up everywhere. However, we were sure that we didn't want to do it just for the sake of jumping on the bandwagon. In fact, we wanted to create something that is in there for the long run and actually brings a differentiating factor to the table. 

    So, we spent close to six months researching the brand, did many trials before zeroing down on the right partners and built Svish On The Go. Our idea was to create a brand that can become an active part of every person’s lifestyle – something that they can rely on while going out. Be it their visit to the gym, or restaurant, or workplace, we wanted them to see Svish as a trusted partner. 

    Therefore, we put in a lot of emphasis on minor details like it must be eco-friendly, should have a pleasant fragrance, and the packaging should be presentable. We partnered with a number of facilities on a contractual basis within Delhi/NCR and Mumbai for the formulations. And these are exclusive to us. 

    For the design, Ishan, I, and our in-house team worked together. Being from the creative side of the industry helped me crack the right look and feel, right from the shape of the bottles to the colours, logo, and the overall presentation. We are very proud of the product that we have created. 

    We had started with a founder’s seed capital of Rs 1.5 crore and now we are in advanced-level talks with a number of investors to venture into the next leg of growth. 

    On Svish’s brand positioning

    As I said, we did not want to be just another sanitiser brand. In fact, we wanted to be seen as a lifestyle product, value addition to the everyday life of millennials. So, we are positioning ourselves as a premium lifestyle brand that enables you to settle in the new normal, promising hygiene and safety as you step out. Our products also have a flaunt factor to merge in the regular lifestyle of millennials. 

    On sales and distribution

    We have started as a digital-first brand and have our own website and social media presence to drive sales. Svish is currently present on at least ten leading online marketplaces including Flipkart, Amazon, and Snapdeal. Soon, we will be available on Nykaa and Big Basket as well. 

    Offline, we are already present in 200-odd retail shops in the Delhi-NCR region. It will increase considerably in the coming weeks. In our next phase of growth, we are planning to take it to all big metropolitan cities in India, starting with Bengaluru, then followed by Mumbai, etc. 

    On marketing initiatives

    We are an infant brand, and also active in a category that is closely associated with the Covid2019 pandemic. Therefore, there are certain restrictions for us to go full-fledged with advertising on social and other digital platforms. And we are happily complying with all the regulations because we want people to trust us first. Also, it is very early for us to venture out on traditional platforms. I don’t see us taking that route at least for the next nine to twelve months. 

    However, we are quite active on Instagram with a beautiful page. Our core plan is to strike an emotional chord with users and therefore you will see a number of real stories of people using our product on the page. 

    We had launched with an interesting campaign “Svish karo aage badho,” tipping on the fact that people are tired of sitting at home. We promised them as a lifestyle partner that we will keep them safe whenever they step outside. Next, we are planning a number of crowd-sourced music videos, which we will be rolling out soon. 

    Interestingly, we got a lovely response from the influencer community too. Though we haven’t done even a single paid collaboration thus far, we have sent out gift packages to a number of influencers active in various sectors. And they actually started using it and gave us shoutouts because they loved it; be it Hina Khan, Sumeet Vyas, or Riddhima Kapoor Sahni amongst many others. 

    On further expansion

    Obviously, we will keep our umbrella of products rooted in the core of hygiene and lifestyle. We are already working on rolling out some new fragrances for our marquee sanitisers. People have also asked us to launch smaller bottles that they can carry easily in smaller bags and we are working on that. Another suggestion that we are following is creating a mechanism for spray bottles caps so they don’t get lost. We are also in the process of innovating sanitisers for varied usages; for example, personal wipes.

    Additionally, a face wash and a body wash are currently work-in-progress. They too are going to be anti-microbial. This is a flourishing category and we see a lot of scope for growth and improvement there. And we are focussed on achieving that.

  • Here are the winners of The Indian Telly Awards!

    Here are the winners of The Indian Telly Awards!

    Mumbai 20 March 2019: When indiantelevision.com’s The Indian Telly Awards are held, the stars come out in style and in numbers. The glittering gala was held on 20 March 2019 in Mumbai and the presence of almost every known television star clearly demonstrated why indiantelevision.com’s  The Indian Telly  Awards are referred to as Indian television’s biggest and most entertaining awards.

     The awards have been conceptualized and created by Mr. Anil Wanvari, the founder and CEO of IndianTelevision.com.Says Wanvari: “We are delighted with the support that the entire actor, producer, director and support technical crew gave to indiantelevision.com’s The Indian Telly Awards in its 15 edition. The awards gala was successful becaue of the unprecedented presence of so many stars. The awards are for them,  and decided by them – and we look forward to their continued participation in our future endeavors. We are pleased that the awards show trended at No 2 on Twitter nationally.”

    Indiantelevision.com aired the awards ceremony differently this year. It partnered with Zee Entertainment Enterprises’s Zee5 OTT platform to stream the entire evening live which was hosted by the extremely engaging and fun-loving TV star quartet of Nakuul Mehta, Karan Tacker, Meiyang Chang, and Gunjan Utreja. Moreover, charming actor and presenter Jay Soni hosted the red carpet and curtain raiser.

    The awards night kicked off with celebrities thronging the ceremony in their most glamourous avatars. The event was graced by the who’s who of the television industry, including Divyanka Tripathi, Vivek Dahiya, Parth Samthaan, Erica Fernandes, Vikas Gupta, Hina Khan, Anita Hassanandani, Mohit Malik, Hunar Hali, Jennifer Winget, Aditya Chopda, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Shradha Arya, and many others.

    The four stellar hosts entertained the audience with their sizzling bromance, spontaneous humour, and goofiness. Their infectious energy and hilarious one-liners won the hearts of all present. So much so that close to 400 stars and their colleagues the venue way past midnight when the awards ceremony concluded with more than 57 awards, including jury, fans choice and TellyChakkar.com Editor’s Choice statuettes being given away to the most deserving of performers on screen in calendar year 2018. All in all, it was a night to remember!
    Here’s the full list of winners across the 57 categories of the awards.

    Best Child Artist Boy (Jury) Krish Parekh (Tenali Rama)

    Best Child Artist Girl (Jury) Aakriti Sharma (Kulfi Kumar Bajewala)

    Anchor in a Reality Show (Jury) Maniesh Paul (Indian Idol Season 10)

    Talk Show Host (Jury) Karan Johar (Koffee With Karan Season 6)

    Actor in a Comic Role – Male (Jury) Rohitashv Gour (Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hai!)

    Actor in a Comic Role – Female (Jury) Shubhangi Atre (Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hai!)

    Actor in a Supporting Role – Male (Jury) Varun Badola (Internat Wala Love)

    Actor in a Supporting Role – Female (Jury) Poorva Gokhale (Tujhse Hai Raabta)

    Actor in a Supporting Role (Comedy) – Male (Jury) Yogesh Tripathi (Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hai!)

    Actor in  a Negative Role  – Male (Jury) Mukul Dev (21 Sarfarosh Saragarhi 1897)

    Actor in  a Negative Role – Female (Jury) Hina Khan (Kasautii Zindagii Kay )

    Fresh New Face – Female (Jury) Aakriti Sharma (Kullfi Kumarr Bajewala)

    Actor in a lead Role – Male (Jury) Mohit Raina (21 Sarfarosh Saragarhi 1897)

    Actor in a lead Role – Female (Jury) Divyanka Tripathi (Yeh Hai Mohabbatein)

    Best Ensemble (Fiction) (Jury) Taarak Mehta ka Ooltah Chashmah  (Sony Sab)

    Best Jodi (Jury) Sumedh Mudgalkar & Mallika Singh (Radha Krishn)

    Best Show for Kids (Fiction) (Jury) Little Singham (Discovery Kids)

    Best Series (Episodic) (Jury) Breaking Point: High Altitude Warfare School (Discovery)

    Best Program with a Social Message (Jury) Moonbound (Discovery)

    Best Daily Series (Jury) Kullfi Kumarr Bajewala (Star Plus)

    Best Weekender Show (Jury) India's Got Talent Season 8 (Colors TV)

    Best Continuing TV Programme (Jury) Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai (Star Plus)

    Best Drama Series (weekly, daily, bi-weekly) (Jury) Patiala Babes (Sony TV)

    Best Thriller- Horror Programme (Jury) Kaun Hai (Colors TV)

    Best Sitcom Comedy Programme (Fiction) (Jury) Taarak Mehta ka Ooltah Chashmah (Sony Sab)

    Best Sitcom Comedy Programme (Non – Fiction) (Jury) Entertainment Ki Raat (Colors TV)

    Best Reality Show (Jury) India's Citizen Squad (Discovery)

    Dance Talent Show (Jury) Super Dancer Season 3 (Sony TV)

    Singing Talent Show (Jury) Indian Idol Season 10 (Sony TV)

    Mythological/ Historical Series (Jury) Radha Krishn (Star Bharat)

    Youth Show  (Jury) Troll Police (MTV)

    Best Animated Kids Show (Jury) Super Bheem – Babalok Mein Hulchul (Pogo TV)

    Best Indian Original Format (Non Fiction/Reality) (Jury) India's Citizen Squad (Discovery)

    Fans Choice Awards

    Actor in a lead Role – Male (Fan's Choice) Nakuul Mehta

    Actor in a lead Role- Female (Fan's Choice) Jennifer Winget

    Best Jodi (Fan's Choice) Erica Fernandes & Parth Samthaan

    Actor in a Supporting Role – Male  (Fan's Choice) Kunal Jaisingh

    Actor in a Supporting Role – Female  (Fan's Choice)  Anita Hassanandani

    Actor in  a Negative Role – Male  (Fan's Choice) Rajesh Khattar

    Actor in  a Negative Role – Female  (Fan's Choice) Hina Khan

    Best Show (Fan's Choice) Kumkum Bhagya

    Actor in a Comic role – Male  (Fan's Choice) Dilip Joshi

    Actor in a Comic role – Female  (Fan's Choice) Hiba Nawab

    Special Awards

    Gary Bhinder Award (Special Award) Amit Sharma for Badhai Ho

    Hall of Fame Award (Special Award) Asit Modi – Neela Telefilms

    Next Gen Award (Special Award) Ashnoor Kaur

    Television Personality of the Year (Special Award) Divyanka Tripathi

    Entertainer of the year (Special Award) Bharti Singh

    Telly Chakkar Editorial Choice Awards

    Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Comedy) – Female  (Tellychakkar -Editor's Choice) Ashita Dhawan Gulabani (Nazar)

    Best Ensemble – Non fiction (Tellychakkar – Editor's Choice) Super Dancer (Sony TV)

    Best Game Show  Kaun Banega Crorepati (Sony TV)

    Fresh New Face – Male (Tellychakkar – Editor's Choice) Adnan Khan (Ishq Subhan Allah)

    Best Show for Kids Non Fiction (Tellychakkar – Editor's Choice) Dance India Dance Lil Masters Season 4 (Zee TV)

    Most Popular International Show on Indian TV (Tellychakkar – Editor's Choice) Big Bang Theory – Zee Cafe

    Best Child Actor Award (Tellychakkar – Editor's Choice) Kartikey Malviya – Chandragupta Maurya

    About indiantelevision.com’s The Indian Telly Awards

    indiantelevision.com’s The Indian Telly Awards are India’s first recognition of performance behind and off the screen and were instituted by Anil Wanvari in the year 1998 but came into existence on 6 July 2001. Over the years, it has become the gold standard to recognise and reward television talent in India.

    For further information contact: Tanmaya Vyas, Contact no: 919619872899