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  • Network18’s Palki Sharma to make comeback with a new show?

    Network18’s Palki Sharma to make comeback with a new show?

    Mumbai: News personality and Wion’s ex-managing editor Palki Sharma, who recently joined Network18 Group for an upcoming project, is likely to be back with a new show soon.

    In a conversation with ANI’s managing editor Smita Prakash on her podcast, Sharma hinted at her return, hopefully, with a better show.

    In the recently announced teaser of the episode by ANI, Sharma was recalling the reason why she left her previous channel, Wion: “… left because I thought that whatever I wanted to do there, I had done there…”

    Moreover, she also shared that she did not enjoy everything that she was doing there and didn’t like the direction they were taking.

    Acknowledging the curiosity of the fans and their desire to know about her return, Sharma said, “A lot of people write to me, and every time I put a photo on Instagram, people are like, yeh toh theek hai par show kab ayega? which is nice, but I want to tell you and everyone else that… I will be back, and it will be a better show hopefully…and I want to do the show when I am ready, when I know it is going to work.”

    Sharma has over 21 years of experience across several media, including the ITV Network, Network18, Doordarshan News, and The Hindustan Times.

    She was the host of Gravitas, a popular prime-time English news programme, as well as the highly regarded digital programme Gravitas Plus on Wion. Additionally, she conceptualised and oversaw the Wion Global Summit, a channel event held annually in Dubai.

    In a career spanning over two decades, Sharma has interviewed several national and international heads of state. She has also covered important stories and events on the ground, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the Quad Summits in Tokyo and Washington DC, and many others.

    At Network18, Sharma will launch a new multi-platform video project for the group. This will be her second stint at Network18, where she has earlier worked in different capacities.

    The video project to be built and led by Sharma will straddle all formats of news reporting and presentation. The new product will aim to capture a new generation of audiences for the group.

  • One Take Media Co. to present K-drama ‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo’

    One Take Media Co. to present K-drama ‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo’

    Mumbai: One Take Media Co. has announced its “New Week, New Drama” return with popular drama Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo this week for its audience.

    This show has a lovely couple in the lead, Lee Song-Kyoung and Nam Joo-Hyuk, playing Kim Bok Joo and Jung Joon Hyung, respectively. A coming-of-age story about a group of college athletes who are fighting for their dreams, experiencing and finding love in the process, and growing every step of the way. 20-year-old Bok Joo is a weightlifter who is pursuing her dream of winning a gold medal, but she then finds romance for the first time in her life. The characters in this drama are elite athletes in weightlifting, swimming, and rhythmic gymnastics who work hard to achieve their goals in life. Watch this space next week for new show updates.

    One Take Media Co. is set to bring its all-popular Korean dramas dubbed in Hindi and in their original Korean language with English subtitles. Also, as informed recently, they have launched their OTT app, Playflix.

    According to a recent Netflix study done in India, the number of Indians watching Korean dramas has surged by 370 per cent and BTS (Bangtan Boys), a South Korean boy band formed in 2010 and debuted in 2013 under Big Hit Entertainment, is India’s fourth most streamed, according to Spotify’s 2020 data.

  • Bingo! Comedy Adda Season 2 returns with a bang

    Bingo! Comedy Adda Season 2 returns with a bang

    Mumbai: Bingo! Comedy Adda season 2 is here to once again provide fun and humour powered by a star-studded cast. In recent years, the show has become the buzz of the town among comedy shows. With a brand new concept, Bingo! Comedy Adda season 2 is jam-packed with all-around entertainment, creating new benchmarks in creative partnerships in the entertainment sector, enthusing viewers and taking the programme to a larger audience.

    The show premiered on 2 October and will run until 6 November 2022. It is also available on the Bingo Snacks YouTube page.

    Hosted by Varun Sharma, Bingo! Comedy Adda will include renowned celebrity guests with an interesting line-up that will strike a chord with the GenZs. Prominent names like Virender Sehwag, Mouni Roy, Shehnaaz Gill, Yashraj Mukhate, Guru Randhawa, Sharwari Wagh, Divyendu, Manushi Chillar, and stars of social media like Bhuvan Bam, Beyounick, and Ashish Chanchlani will be an integral part of season 2. A special stand-up comedy segment, Original Style Stand Up Comedy, has been included with the who’s who of stand-up comedy like Devesh Dixit, Gaurav Kapoor, Ravi Gupta, Vinay Sharma, Gaurav Gupta, Nishant Tanwar, and Abhijeet Ganguly. These celebrities are invited to enhance the show with their outstanding comic timing and punchlines.

    Bingo! Since its inception in 2017, Comedy Adda has received an encouraging response and has emerged as a well-recognized comedy show. The concept has been reworked and expanded into a full-fledged show, brimming with all-around entertainment, setting new industry benchmarks for creative partnerships, and engaging a wider audience.

    Speaking on the launch of season 2, ITC foods division snacks, noodles, and pasta head of marketing Aishwarya Pratap Singh said, “Entertaining consumers with fun, light-hearted, and witty conversations has been the motto of brand Bingo!. Bingo Comedy Adda has always held a special place in the hearts of the audience thanks to the outstanding comedic history it has collected over time. The uniqueness of the show lies in the amalgamation of famous personalities, including Bollywood celebrities & digital content creators, with fun-filled comedy shows that an entire family can enjoy together. The diversity of the content of the shows adds to their zing. In Bingo! Comedy Adda Season 2, we have new characters, tales, a new setup, and new talent this time. We hope, season after season, the show’s devoted fan base simply gets bigger and bigger. With this specially curated and enthralling content, viewers are surely going to be left craving for more, just as is the case when they consume their favourite Bingo! snacks.”

  • ‘Indian Idol’ set to return with season 13 from 10 September on Sony

    ‘Indian Idol’ set to return with season 13 from 10 September on Sony

    Mumbai: Sony Entertainment Television is all set to launch season 13 of its flagship singing reality show, Indian Idol. The show will premiere on 10 September and will air every Saturday and Sunday at 8:00 p.m.

    This year’s campaign “Phir saath aane ka bahana hai, ab mausam musicana hai” brought alive the celebration of music and togetherness.

    The show will be hosted by Aditya Narayan and the ultimate trio – Himesh Reshammiya, Neha Kakkar and Vishal Dadlani – will reprise their roles as judges once again. The channel noted that they are here to make the ‘mausam musicana!’

    SET head-programming (non-fiction), channel Sonal Yadav said, “Indian Idol is a revolutionary show that has set a precedent since its launch. The platform has given recognition to many aspiring singers who have always dreamt of making it big in the world of music. With Season 13, our core focus is to highlight real and aspirational singers who bring out variety and uniqueness. Through the multi-city on-ground auditions this year, we have truly managed to scout some exceptional talent. With the expertise Himesh Reshammiya, Neha Kakkar and Vishal Dadlani bring to the table, Indian Idol is ready to make the ‘mausam musicana.’ Also, collaborating with Fremantle has always been a pleasure, and with season 13, we yet again look forward to a successful season of Indian Idol.”

    Under the production of Fremantle, the singing reality show has brought families together, making it a wholesome viewing experience. With incomparable voices and inspiring stories, the show is the one-stop singing platform that provides unlimited entertainment and caters to viewers across age-groups.

    Fremantle India managing director Aradhana Bhola commented, “Indian Idol isn’t just a show for us, it is a promise of limitless talent, opportunities, and lives changed for the better, forever. We can’t wait to bring forth the diverse singing talent and inspiring life stories of this season to the viewers and continue our legacy of having them find a special place in the hearts of millions of Indians.”

    Also, this year, the show hosted the multi-city on-ground auditions in 11 cities after a gap of two years and witnessed overwhelming participation. Like every year, in its 13th season, the show is set to bring to the fore diverse musical talent from across India, bringing forth the country’s rich multi-cultural background. Right from genres like pop, classical, fusion, folk, opera, and more, this season will see some exceptionally talented Davedaars bring out versatility, rhythm, and soul through their singing talent.

  • News9 Plus launches new OTT series ‘Duologue with Barun Das’

    News9 Plus launches new OTT series ‘Duologue with Barun Das’

    Mumbai: The first season of four mini-episodes for TV9 Network’s latest OTT series, Duologue with Barun Das, has been released.

    TV9 Network MD & CEO Barun Das introduces an exchange of ideas not prompted by headline management, but rather to evolve emancipated influencer conversations on the Network’s newly launched OTT video magazine, News9 Plus.

    The show made its debut with “Liger” actor Vijay Devrakonda. Das and Devrakonda discuss not only the Telugu boom in Bollywood but the lives and times of both as they exchange hitherto unknown experiences and perspectives.

    Next in line on Duologue with Barun Das, Das engages with the UK’s former prime minister David Cameron, who made history by becoming the country’s youngest leader in two centuries, forging unrivalled ties with India. Cameron speaks about India’s role in the emerging global order.

    Speaking on the philosophy of Duologue, Das said, “Duologue is a cerebral conversation with a legend or a legend in the making. That’s the profile the show will feature. As the title suggests, it is a two-way interaction where we pose questions to each other as we exchange ideas in a free-flowing manner.”

    He added, “For me to take up this role, the driving force is the need to aggregate great ideas for India’s path to development. I also believe there is room for creating long-lasting and meaningful conversations in a content environment currently dominated by sensationalism.”

    “Barun Das is neither a conventional business leader nor a professional anchor. As a CEO, he has always outperformed the industry. Little known in the public domain is his unique and uncanny ability to slice through conflicting narratives with great ease while stitching loose threads to build meaningful conversations with intelligent minds,” said News9 Plus editor Sandeep Unnithan.

    After watching the show, The Linus Adventures founder and chief evangelist Sunil Lulla said, “Tantalising and intriguing. Duologue opens new voices and new perspectives.”

    “I loved the episode. Barun is so natural. I feel this kind of content can reach a whole new demography… not just rule India but reach the world,” added Chopra Foundation CEO & Seva.Love founder Poonacha Machaiah.

    The show is streaming now on the News9 Plus app, available across the iOS App Store and Google Play Store, as well as on the web.

  • Sony SAB to telecast ‘Alibaba- Dastaan-e-Kabul’ in a new avatar

    Sony SAB to telecast ‘Alibaba- Dastaan-e-Kabul’ in a new avatar

    Mumbai: Sony SAB is all set to bring the Alibaba folk tale to the small screen, but in a never-seen-before avatar. Sony SAB’s new show Alibaba-Dastaan-e-Kabul promises viewers the opulence and grandeur they have never witnessed before on Indian television.

    Produced by Peninsula Pictures, the show is set against the backdrop of the enchanting city of Kabul. The stellar ensemble cast in the lead roles includes debutant Sheezan Khan as Alibaba and Tunisha Sharma in the role of Mariam.

    The outdoor scenes of the show have been shot in the exotic locales of Ladakh. It is set to air its premiere on Sony SAB from August 22nd, at 8 p.m., every Monday to Saturday.

    The show is a tale of a charismatic young man, Alibaba, with undeterred optimism and mesmerising charm. He is the custodian of five adorable orphans. Unaware of his capabilities and disparaged by destiny, Alibaba will be seen embarking on a wondrous quest that will reshape his life forever. From being a happy-go-lucky guy to being the one chosen by destiny itself to save the fate of Kabul. Alibaba’s fantastical journey will be the crux of this dazzling new show. To make matters interesting, he will meet an interesting and arresting beauty, Mariam, who will further help him along in his quest to realise his true destiny.

    With state-of-the-art computer graphics and visual effects by Illusion Reality Studioz, accompanied by an enthralling plot, this guarantees entertainment for every age group.

    Speaking about the show, Sony SAB business head Neeraj Vyas said, “We are pleased beyond words to present a grand show like Alibaba Dastaan-e-Kabul, a familiar and well-loved tale, but with a fresh new take. This story is packed with drama and emotions that viewers will love to watch on television. Sony SAB has consistently worked towards choosing stories that are wholesome and that appeal to the Indian psyche. Alibaba Dastaan-e-Kabul will add value to our ever expanding and diverse portfolio, and we can’t wait for the audience to enjoy it on screen.”

    Sheezan M Khan who’s portraying the role of Ali Baba said, “I’m immensely delighted to be a part of this show. Alibaba Dastaan-e-Kabul is certainly a majestic show, which will transport the viewers to a magical world. Along with an interesting storyline, the show offers an extra dose of entertainment with breath-taking visual effects and beautiful locations. I feel blessed to be able to portray the protagonist in the show. I hope the show receives a lot of love and unwavering support from the viewers.”

  • Travelxp partners with MEO to air its shows in Portugal

    Travelxp partners with MEO to air its shows in Portugal

    Mumbai: Travelxp has partnered with Portugal’s telecommunications company, MEO, to expand its reach in European countries, after 11 years of success in television broadcasting.

    Its premium travel and lifestyle content will be available in high definition for MEO subscribers on channel 124 for MEO ADSL and MEO Fiber (with MEOBox), MEO Android and Apple TV and MEO Go and in 4K on position 400 on MEO Fiber (MEOBox 4k) and MEO Android and Apple TV.

    Its shows have been localised as part of the channel’s commitment to connecting with audiences in their native language. Travelxp is already available in 17 languages and in over 20 countries throughout Europe.

    This year, Travelxp will produce many more unique and interesting shows. Following the success of its previous shows, such as Off The Grid and Boarding Pass, Travelxp has raised the bar with new shows such as The Gypsies and The Savvy Nomad.

    The channel has established a strong foothold in many European countries over the years, and it now hopes to gain the love of viewers in Portugal in the same way it has in other countries.

    Travelxp managing director – Europe Sumant Bahl said, “Television is unequivocally the dominant medium in Portuguese society. According to a study I came across recently, the average daily television viewing per person in Portugal is four hours and 47 minutes. This has got us excited about launching the premium HDR content of Travelxp 4K in HLG HDR, 10-bit REC 2100 colour space and 50 frames on one of the main platforms in the country, MEO Altice. Not only will the resolution make it a more vivid and immersive experience for the audience in Portugal, but we are also confident that they will love our programmes that feature some of the world’s most beautiful destinations and the unforgettable experiences to be had when you visit them.”

    Travelxp is available in over 80 countries and has 1000+ hours of premium travel and lifestyle content. It is one of the world’s largest producers of travel content and a pioneer in 4K HDR technology.

    All Travelxp shows are original in-house productions filmed across 55+ countries with multi-cultural hosts from around the world. 

  • Star Bharat refreshes its brand identity with new logo and slogan ’Dil Deke Dekho Zara’

    Star Bharat refreshes its brand identity with new logo and slogan ’Dil Deke Dekho Zara’

    Mumbai: Star Bharat unveiled a refreshed brand identity, with the tagline – ‘Dil Deke Dekho Zara’ to reflect the channel’s evolution. The channel also developed a new anthem that brings alive the new brand proposition. The new brand identity represents the emotion of following one’s heart, and aims to encourage viewers to fall in love and express themselves.

    The channel also announced the launch of two new shows: Na Umra Ki Seema Ho, a unique love story of pure love that transcends all boundaries of age and social background and Ajooni, a beautiful love story between two drastically opposite people and their journey of falling in love.

    These two compelling stories will strike a chord with the audience and examine the evolution of romantic relationships in modern-day India, from rural to major cities.

    The new line-up of content will cater to every part of India and feature shows that will reinforce the brand promise.

    The channel welcomes this change by positioning it as a one-stop destination for content themed around romance. The refreshed identity will reflect in its programming bringing to light stories of love and romance keeping universal relationships at the forefront.

    The channel spokesperson said, “Star Bharat is at a juncture where it needs to reinvent and bring forth refreshed look and feel combined with renewed programming. Romance is a universal language and cuts across age, gender, culture and we are happy to progress in this space. We intend to make television viewing a cohesive experience for our viewers. With the new brand promise we will continue to offer compelling content and create characters and formats that resonate with the masses.”

    Star Bharat’s programming celebrates the many facets of growing India, and the channel’s revamp is a celebration of love and connection. Reflecting the new thought, the programming is built from existing shows like Radha Krishn, Gud Se Meetha Ishq, Woh Toh Hai Albelaa to the recently launched Swayamvar Mika Di Vohti, Channa Mereya and Bohot Pyar Karte Hai, all of which emphasise on love and romance.

  • Zee Café brings reality show ‘Secret Celebrity Renovation’ to surprise their life-changers

    Zee Café brings reality show ‘Secret Celebrity Renovation’ to surprise their life-changers

    Mumbai: Zee Cafe on Friday announced the launch of its new celebrity reality show Secret Celebrity Renovation. The show will feature celebrities from various industries paying tribute to their guiding force.

    Emmitt Smith, Chris Paul, Rob Mariano, Anthony Ramos, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Wayne Brady, Lauren Alaina, Paula Abdul, and others will get a chance to gift a surprise home renovation to a meaningful person who helped guide them to success. The celebrities will be helped by designers Sabrina Soto and Jason Cameron. Follow a journey filled with gratitude and emotions as these popular personalities from the sports, music, and entertainment industries gear up to surprise their guides.

    Witness the joy of gifting in Secret Celebrity Renovation. Monday to Friday at 9 p.m.

  • Zindagi to premiere Nikkhil Advani’s short film ‘Guddu Engiineer’

    Zindagi to premiere Nikkhil Advani’s short film ‘Guddu Engiineer’

    Mumbai:  “Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it” – based on this simple yet impactful poem by Rumi, Zindagi announces the Indian television premiere of its romantic short film, “Guddu Engiineer.” 

    Setting the perfect vibe for a Sunday binge fest, “Guddu Engiineer” is a story that will nudge your hearts and leave you ecstatic and wanting more. 

    Produced by Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani (Emmay Entertainment) and Zee Entertainment Enterprises chief creative officer – special projects Shailja Kejriwal and directed by the versatile Nikkhil Advani, featuring talented actors Prabuddh Dyma (Guddu) and Pranali Ghogare (Sonia) in the lead, the film is set to premiere on Zindagi’s DTH platforms Tata Play, Dish TV and D2H on 10 July at 8 pm.

    “Guddu Engiineer” traces the story of three friends living at a hostel in Varanasi. Guddu, the primary character, who can’t speak, falls in love with Sonia. To celebrate her birthday, he makes a list of her favorite things and makes an attempt to fulfill all her wishes. However, a certain turn of events causes him to make a choice between love and hate, which in turn alters everything around him. 

    Talking about his film, director Nikkhil Advani said, “I believe films and stories inspire people and bring to them a different perspective of things each time. Great stories help connect to a larger audience and rise above all kinds of barriers.  A film like “Guddu Engiineer” is like a warm hug and speaks volumes about love in its own little way. I am looking forward to the television premiere of the film and I am sure audiences will enjoy this one!”

    Actor Prabuddh Dyma added, “”Guddu Engiineer” is a film that is supremely close to my heart. Getting an opportunity to work with Nikhil sir and to be directed by him was supremely special.  Playing Guddu, a person that can’t speak was challenging yet rewarding. The film is brought to life by the characters that surround him, they are relatable and their performers are exceptional. The film, just like Guddu, is all heart and I am looking forward to the premiere of this film on Zindagi’s DTH platforms.”

    Recently launched on DTH platforms Tata Play, Dish TV & D2H, Zindagi has been instrumental in bringing content from across borders and has emerged as the audience preferred destination. “Guddu Engiineer,” aims to instill the spirit of love, hope and friendship in the hearts of the Zindagi audiences yet again!