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  • Colors set to bring ‘Bigg Boss 15’ on 2 October

    Colors set to bring ‘Bigg Boss 15’ on 2 October

    Mumbai: Colors, the Hindi general entertainment channel by Viacom18, has announced the return of  “Bigg Boss” for its 15th season starting on 2 October at 9:30 p.m.

    The show has introduced fresh elements and concepts to increase the excitement for the new season and will see the return of Salman Khan as its host. This includes a new jungle-themed “Bigg Boss” house and an animated mascot who will enthrall the digital audience. “Like the past successful seasons, the new season of the show will be even more exciting, as the contestants get ready for a wild ride in the jungle with VishwasunTREE accompanying them in their journey,” said Khan on the new season.

    “We, at Colors, always believe in delivering innovative, engaging, and diverse content to our viewers with our variety of fiction and non-fiction shows,” said Viacom18 head – Hindi mass entertainment and kids TV network Nina Elavia Jaipuria. “In the past few months, we have entertained our audiences with some of our biggest shows like Dance Deewane, Khatron Ke Khiladi and announced our first quiz show – The Big Picture. The momentum will continue in the festive season with the launch of our marquee show Bigg Boss, a show that the nation adores and eagerly looks forward to every year.”

    The channel has planned a robust marketing and digital plan to promote the season. As a part of the marketing campaign on TV, a high-octane promo plan will be carried out across network channels along with innovative print ads in top publications. The digital audience will experience some of the iconic moments from the previous season through memes and reels.

    “With each season of Bigg Boss, we introduce fresh elements and concepts to enhance the excitement and engagement around the show,” said Viacom18 chief content officer of Hindi mass entertainment Manisha Sharma. “This season, we have given a whole new spin to the theme of the show by putting the contestants in a jungle wherein they will be riddled with new challenges and intense moments right from the beginning.”

    “For the first time, the Bigg Boss house will be a jungle wherein the inmates must survive with bare minimum amenities,” said Endemol Shine India chief executive officer Abhishek Rege. “The entire season has been very creatively conceptualised including the design of the jungle that will add a lot of grandeur to the house.”

    Produced by Endemol Shine India, the show has roped in ‘presents’ sponsor TRESemme, ‘powered by’ sponsor Knorr and Dabur Dantrakshak and ‘beauty’ partner Lotus White Glow.

    “We are thrilled to be partnering with Bigg Boss yet again for season 15 as co-sponsors,” said Unilever vice president Harman Dhillon. “TRESemmé promotes the values of independence, self-reliance, and most importantly, the confidence you need to step up and meet the next challenge.”

  • ZEE TV to hold world TV premiere of ‘Radhe’ on 15 August

    ZEE TV to hold world TV premiere of ‘Radhe’ on 15 August

    Mumbai: ZEE TV has announced the world television premiere of ‘Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai’ on 15 August at 12 noon. Directed by Prabhu Deva and starring Salman Khan, Disha Patani and Randeep Hooda in lead roles, the film was released on 13 May via multiple platforms.

    During its release, theatres remained shut because of lockdown restrictions, so the film was made available for viewing on the OTT platform ZEE5 via its pay-per-view service ZEEPlex as well as DTH operators such as Tata Sky, Dish, D2H, and Airtel Digital TV. The film was also distributed in theatres worldwide while adhering to Covid protocols issued by governments.  

    To create anticipation for the film’s TV premiere on Independence Day, ZEE TV will create the biggest fan-sourced mosaic depicting the actor Salman Khan as ‘Radhe’ that encompasses 6,500 images sourced from across the country. “All one needs to do is upload their picture on their social media page tagging @ZeeTV and using the #BhaiKoSalaam in their post. The lofty 32 ft x 20 ft recreation of Salman Khan’s Radhe is being installed at the Carter Blue Promenade in Bandra, Mumbai and is open for all Salman Khan’s fans till 14th August,” said the channel in a statement.

    “For millions of fans across the nation, Salman Khan has been this larger-than-life hero they worship, a symbol of incomparable charisma and effortless swagger,” said ZEE TV business head, Aparna Bhosle. “It is with the intent of enabling every Salman fan to express their love for him in an extremely personal way that we are inviting them to contribute their selfies, which in turn will be assembled and curated into an almost God-like avatar – a gigantic mosaic of their idol at the busy Carter Road promenade in Mumbai. We hope this celebration of Salman’s fandom mirrors the euphoria surrounding the world television premiere of his film Radhe we’re bringing our viewers on Independence Day.”

    The film is produced by Salman Khan, Sohail Khan, Atul Agnihotri, and Zee Studios.

  • Bigg Boss 15 to premiere on VOOT on 8 August, Salman Khan unveils promo

    Bigg Boss 15 to premiere on VOOT on 8 August, Salman Khan unveils promo

    Mumbai: The 15th season of Viacom18’s high prized entertainment property Bigg Boss is all set to launch on VOOT on 8 August, announced Bollywood actor and Bigg Boss host Salman Khan in the show’s latest promo released on Wednesday. The makers have pitched the promo of the special edition titled ‘Bigg Boss OTT’ as Khan’s special gift for his fans on Eid.

    In an industry-first move, Viacom18 had announced early this month, that it will launch the reality show Bigg Boss, first on VOOT for six weeks, before it’s telecast on Colors TV.

     

     

    The promo shows Khan bursting with joy as he declares and warns the audience to gear up for the “craziest, most sensational season ever”. The ‘janta’ factor this time will be Over the Top by giving the common man uncommon powers. It will give the audience a chance to enjoy direct and deeper engagement, connection, and indulgence in the comings and goings of the house. “Overall, the show promises a unique experience with a lot of drama, entertainment, and emotions,” Khan promises. “So, BIGG BOSS OTT Ke Mazze Loot, pehli baar starting only on VOOT.”

    Commenting on this all-new Bigg Boss OTT, Salman Khan said, “It’s great that this season of Bigg Boss will have a digital-first with Bigg Boss OTT, six weeks ahead of television. The platform will see unparalleled interactivity where the audience will not only get entertained but also participate, engage, give tasks and more – It’s truly for the people and by the people. My advice to all contestants is to be active, entertaining and conduct themselves well in the BB house.” 

  • Cartoon Network fans thank Indian police force in latest campaign

    Mumbai: Kids’ entertainment channel, Cartoon Network’s latest social media campaign- #ThankYouForBeingDabangg has received more than 500 messages of gratitude from across the country, for the Indian police force.

    The unique social media campaign aimed to honour the relentless work of India’s supercops during the ongoing challenge of COVID-19 and was launched alongside the channel’s latest Bollywood-inspired action-comedy ‘Dabangg – The Animated Series’ on 31 May.

    Watch the video montage of the kids’ messages here

    Supported by parenting platform, Momspresso, the initiative saw kids and parents share messages in the form of handwritten notes, drawings, and videos, on social media. Bollywood actor Salman Khan who plays Dabangg’s iconic ‘Chulbul Pandey’ and movie producer and actor Arbaaz Khan also encouraged kids to participate through their social media posts.

    Notable kids’ academy ABCD Dance Factory also shared their messages in their distinctive artistic style via Instagram Reels, set to the ‘Dabangg – The Animated Series’ title track while prompting its students to follow suit. YouTube Kids sensations Aayu and Pihu also participated via their eponymous show and encouraged their followers too, to join in the conversation.

    Speaking on the campaign, South Asia Network Head for Cartoon Network and POGO, Abhishek Dutta said, “#ThankYouForBeingDabangg was launched to collectively pause and appreciate the constant endeavour of the police force during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was heartening to see responses pouring in from every corner of the country, in various ways and multiple languages, like Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, and more. It brings us immense joy to have created this movement and saluting our fearless heroes.” 

    Speaking on the initiative DCP, Mumbai S.Chaitanya said, “We are truly grateful for the enormous amount of love we have received from kids across the country through the #ThankYouForBeingDabangg initiative. This was such a thoughtful initiative by Cartoon Network and the creative ways in which the kids thanked us was very touching. We promise to continue being Dabangg for all of you!”

    Co-presented by Chocoliebe Eclairs and Cue Learn along with associate sponsor BritanniaTiger Krunch, the animated version of Bollywood’s sensational supercop franchise airs every day at 12 pm, only on Cartoon Network.

  • Relaxo leverages ‘bhai’ power on comeback trail to TV advertising

    Mumbai: Relaxo, the brand synonymous with rubber slippers and versatile footwear for all segments of society has launched a new ad, #MazbootiBemisaal with Bollywood actor Salman Khan.

    The creative leverages the star’s mass appeal that cuts across all demographics by showcasing Salman Khan in his ‘bhai’ avatar with his trademark swag. The commercial marks Relaxo’s return to television advertising after eight years and aims to position the brand as a rough ‘n’ tough slipper with superior performance.

    Salman Khan, who has been the face of the brand for a while now, effortlessly fits into the larger-than-life narrative, donning the role of a footwear showroom owner. He is shown interacting with a rude customer in his signature style with a dash of humour and loads of panache while showcasing the product’s ‘majbooti’ (strength).

    Relaxo Footwears executive director- sales and marketing, Gaurav Dua said, “Relaxo is a household name today. With his mass appeal, megastar Salman Khan resonates well with our brand ethos and is most suited to convey the brand USP of ‘Mazbooti Bemisaal’.”

    The home-grown multinational brand based in New Delhi is the largest footwear manufacturer in India in terms of volume and second-largest in terms of revenue, with a market share of more than five percent as per estimates. 

    Apart from Salman Khan, some of the other actors signed up to endorse the company’s brands include Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif and Sonakshi Sinha. 

  • Animated Salman Khan’s “Dabangg” on Cartoon Network telecast

    Animated Salman Khan’s “Dabangg” on Cartoon Network telecast

    Thiruvananthapuram: Cartoon Network, one of the most popular animation channels in India will telecast Dabanng-The Animated Series from 31 May, every day at 12.00 PM. The series is based on Salman Khan’s iconic cop character ‘Chulbul Pandey’ from the “Dabangg” franchise. 

    Created made by WarnerMedia, in association with Cosmos-Maya, “Dabangg-The Animated Series” joins the Cartoon Network line-up following the resounding success of other homegrown comedies like “Titoo – Har Jawaab Ka Sawaal Hu”, “Smashing Simmba” and “Lambu-G Tingu-G” on its companion channel POGO. 

    Marking the launch of this latest homegrown IP, inspired by one of Bollywood’s most celebrated super-cop franchises, Cartoon Network is also launching a “#ThankYouForBeingDabangg campaign”. This unique initiative aims to celebrate the valour of police officers in India, and kids across the nation will be able to express their gratitude towards police officers through handwritten notes, videos, and messages as a part of this campaign,. 

    Cartoon Network and POGO, South Asia network head Abhishek Dutta revealed that the new “Dabangg animated series” is customized to cater to the needs of kids and families. 

    “Our new animated action-comedy is just so much fun and stars the character ‘Chulbul Pandey’ – the quirkiest cop in town. It’s been great to work with Cosmos-Maya for yet another highly-promising project. Through the ‘#ThankYouForBeingDabangg campaign’, we will also take the opportunity to recognise the constant endeavours of the police force during the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage our fans and parents to partake in this initiative and showcase their gratitude,” added Dutta. 

    Dabanng movie producer Arbaaz Khan said, “We are thrilled to associate with Cartoon Network and Cosmos-Maya to bring to kids their favourite action-packed Bollywood franchise in an animated ‘avatar’. It has been a joyride to create new narratives with ‘Chulbul Pandey’, who the country has come to know and love. We just cannot wait for little fans and their parents to meet the animated version of the quirky and amazing ‘Chulbul Pandey’ on Cartoon Network!” 

  • Radhe streams on pirated websites, Zee files complaint at Cyber Cell

    Radhe streams on pirated websites, Zee files complaint at Cyber Cell

    Mumbai: Hours after its release, the much-awaited movie Radhe got leaked on pirated websites, compelling the producers to take action. After appealing to the public to say no to piracy, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEE) has now filed an official complaint at the Cyber Cell against the pirated version of the film.

    According to an official statement from Zee, a pirated version of the film is being circulated across messaging platforms, including WhatsApp and Telegram. The officials are now actively tracking down the phone numbers involved in this act of piracy, taking the required legal actions, it said on Sunday.

    ZEE has also appealed to the public at large, seeking their support in bringing an end to piracy, not just for the film Radhe, but for any kind of content. “Films create livelihood, employment and a source of income for millions of people working in the industry. They also contribute to the economy with the taxes paid to the government. People engaged in spreading the illegal version of the film are not just embracing piracy, but are also negatively impacting the growth of the industry and the livelihoods of people working round the clock,” said Zee as it appealed to all people to consume entertainment content only through official platforms.

    Actor Salman Khan also took to Twitter on Saturday night to warn people against watching pirated versions of the movie.

     

     

    The first-ever multi-platform release of its kind, Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai was released on 13 May on Zee5 with ZeePlex, theatres worldwide keeping the Covid protocols in mind, and across all leading DTH operators – Dish, D2H, Tata Sky, and Airtel Digital TV. The movie had garnered 4.2 million views across platforms on Day 1.

  • Salman Khan’s Radhe takes viewers by storm across all platforms

    Salman Khan’s Radhe takes viewers by storm across all platforms

    KOLKATA: Actor Salman Khan’s much awaited film Radhe has opened to a thunderous response from the audience. The movie proved to be yet another Eid blockbuster garnering over 4.2 million views across various platforms.

    In India, the film was released on Zee5 with Zee’s pay-per-view service ZeePlex, along with leading DTH operators. It was also released theatrically in international markets on 13 May.

    Right from fans cheering for the film in theatres overseas, to massive bookings on streaming platforms, the fans of the superstar watched the film as soon as it released making it the most-watched movie on the opening day itself.

    With theatre capacities running at 50 per cent in UAE, the film has collected $379,000 on its opening day, which is not only higher than Salman Khan’s last film Dabbang 3 (2019) but also a higher opening day collection than Godzilla vs. Kong. The collections are likely to go up given the festive weekend.

    Radhe’s emphatically demonstrates the success of a hybrid release and shows an effective model of releasing a film during these very tough times. This would be important not just to the stakeholders of Radhe but to the entire film industry at a time, when the country is reeling under the most severe wave of Covid-19. The release also reinforces the belief that multi-platform simultaneous release is the future of entertainment and will grow multi-fold in the years to come.

    “The film has won over audiences and through this unique and never-seen-before distribution strategy we could ensure the widest possible ‘opportunity to see’ this high-on-entertainment, quintessential Salman Khan movie at a place and time of audiences’ choice,” said Zee Studios CBO Shariq Patel. “With unprecedented circumstances comes the responsibility to make innovative choices that will pave the way for future business models and Zee is at the forefront of it.”

  • For ‘Bhai’ fans & others, here’s what not to miss on OTT this week

    For ‘Bhai’ fans & others, here’s what not to miss on OTT this week

    KERALA: As more and more people remain in the safety of their homes due to the pandemic raging outside, OTT platforms like Netflix, Disney+Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, and Zee5 are providing ample doses of entertainment to keep the audience stress-free. 

    Indiantelevision.com presents you with the list of five most-anticipated movies that will be screened on OTT platforms this week. 

    Radhe (Zee5 and Zee Plex)

    Salman Khan’s Radhe, directed by Prabhu Deva, is one of the most anticipated movies of the year. After postponing its release multiple times, the makers have now decided to release the film simultaneously in theatres and on Zee5 and Zee Plex as a pay-per-view on 13 May.

    Radhe is the first Indian movie to have a hybrid release, and it is still unclear how audiences will welcome this new strategy, as partial lockdowns have been imposed in several states and PVoD is yet to find many takers in India.

    A high-voltage action thriller, Radhe will see Salman Khan playing the role of a daredevil cop on a mission to stamp out drug cartels. The film is produced by Salman Khan, Sohail Khan, and Atul Agnihotri and also stars Disha Patani, Randeep Hooda, and Jackie Shroff in pivotal roles. 

    The Woman in the Window (Netflix)

    Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Joe Wright, The Woman in the Window will arrive on Netflix India 14 May. The film is a psychological thriller and has a power-packed ensemble cast comprising Amy Adams, Gary Oldman, Anthony Mackie, Fred Hechinger, Wyatt Russell, Brian Tyree Henry, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Julianne Moor. 

    The film revolves around Dr Anna Fox (Amy Adams), an agoraphobic psychologist who befriends a neighbour across the street. However, things take an unexpected turn in her life when the neighbour disappears. 

    The Underground Railroad (Amazon Prime Video)

    Historical drama series The Underground Railroad will premiere on Amazon Prime Video 14 May. The series has at its centre a young woman who escapes from a Georgia plantation, and boards a train seeking freedom. However, things take a turn when she gets hunted by a dreaded slave catcher. 

    Directed by Barry Jenkins, the series stars Thuso Mbedu, Chase W Dillon, Aaron Pierre, and Joel Edgerton in the lead roles. The Underground Railroad is based on the novel of the same name by Colson Whitehead. 

    High School Musical: The Series season 2 (Disney+ Hotstar)

    Disney+Hotstar has confirmed that the second season of High School Musical: The Series will drop on 14 May. The second season will portray the story of East High Leopards as they prepare to perform Beauty and the Beast as their spring musical, and face off against rival school North High. 

    High School Musical: The Series season 2 will have Olivia Rodrigo, Joshua Bassett, Matt Cornett, Sofia Wylie, Larry Sapperstein, Julia Lester, Dara Renée, Frankie Rodriguez, and Kate Reinders in the lead roles. 

    Unfriended (Netflix)

    Unfriended will begin streaming on Netflix 16 May. The film was originally released in 2014 and due to repeated requests, the OTT platform has decided to bring back the movie again on their platform. 

    The movie revolves around the life of six teenagers who get a shock of their lives when they receive a message from their deceased friend during a video chat. Directed by Levan Gabriadze, this film stars Shelley Hennig, Moses Storm, Renee Olstead, Will Peltz, Jacob Wysocki, and Courtney Halverson. 

  • Zee, Salman Khan to channel ‘Radhe’ revenues into India’s fight against Covid

    Zee, Salman Khan to channel ‘Radhe’ revenues into India’s fight against Covid

    MUMBAI: As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc in India, Zee Entertainment and Salman Khan Films (SKF) have pledged to support Covid2019 relief efforts across the Nation, including the donation of essential medical equipment ranging from oxygen cylinders, concentrators, and ventilators. 

    This support will stem from the revenues garnered from the multi-platform release of the much-awaited film Radhe on 13 May 2021. Zee and SKF have partnered with India’s largest and donation platform GiveIndia, to activate the much-required relief efforts. 

    “Zee stays committed towards taking all the necessary steps to strengthen the fight against Covid2019. We believe in not only providing extraordinary entertainment to our viewers but also going beyond the business to undertake meaningful and focused efforts to drive positive change across the country. We sincerely hope that the support from the release of the film Radhe will help amplify the resources to provide vital relief efforts to people affected by the pandemic,” said a Zee Entertainment spokesperson in a statement. 

    Salman Khan Films spokesperson said, “We are glad to be a part of this noble initiative, to contribute our bit towards the nation’s fight against Covid. Since the last year, we have been consistent in our efforts towards fighting Covid, since this unprecedented crisis struck our country and the world. Very importantly, we have also come to realise that holding up the release of a pre-shot film may not help us in any way but using its proceeds towards fighting the pandemic is a more suitable and pragmatic approach. Radhe’s release on Zee5 and ZeePlex will empower us to contribute more in these extremely difficult times.” 

    As a part of its national-level corporate social responsibility (CSR), Zee had donated 240+ ambulances, 46,000+ PPE kits, oxygen humidifiers, and 6,00,000 daily meals. The company had also built and donated a 304-bed Dedicated Covid Healthcare Centre (DCHC) for frontline workers and their families in Maharashtra.

    Directed by Prabhudeva, Radhe is expected to be a high-voltage action thriller. Apart from Salman Khan, the film also stars Disha Patani, Randeep Hooda, Jackie Shroff, Sudhanshu Pandey, Bharath, and Megha Akash in prominent roles. The film will be released as premium video on demand on Zee Plex and digitally through Zee5 on 13 May 2021.