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  • ALT-Balaji a ray of hope in a productionless Covid quarter for Balaji Telefilms

    ALT-Balaji a ray of hope in a productionless Covid quarter for Balaji Telefilms

    BENGALURU: The most successful television content and film production house in India, the Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa Kapoor led Balaji Telefilms Limited (Balaji) reported a standalone loss of Rs 1.40 crore on a standalone operating revenue of Rs 21.17 crore for the quarter ended 30 June 2020 (Q1 2021, quarter or period under review). Balaji reported a consolidated loss of Rs 27.9 crore for the period under review per an investor presentation. For the corresponding year ago quarter (Q1 2020), Balaji had reported consolidated loss of Rs 42.2 crore on consolidated operating revenue of Rs 90.5 crore. Balaji had reported standalone profit of Rs 10.43 crore in Q1 2020 on a standalone revenue of Rs 116.07 crore. Consolidated EBIDTA for Q1 2021 was a loss of Rs 26.30 crore as compared to a loss of Rs 32.33 crore for Q1 2020.

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    Hit by a halt in all production during most of Q1 2021, Balaji has reported consolidated operating revenue of Rs 35.1 crore. A big chunk of the operating revenue – Rs 14.9 crore, came in from Balaji Telefilms OTT platform ALT-Balaji. The company says in a press release that ALT-Balaji subscription revenue increased to Rs 12.9 crore in Q1 2021, while for Q1 2020, ALT Balaji’s reported subscription revenue of Rs 6.7 crore.

    Segment revenue

    Commissioned programmes

    Revenue from Balaji’s commissioned programmes during the quarter under review was less than one-twentieth of the revenue for the corresponding year ago quarter. Balaji reported operating revenue for its Commissioned programmes segment at Rs 4.10 crore for Q1 2021 which was 95.6 percent lower than the Rs 93.17 crore in Q1 2020. The segment reported an operating loss of Rs 6.33 crore in Q1 2021 as compared to an operating profit of Rs 9.67 crore in Q1 2020.

    Films segment

    Revenue from Balaji’s Films segment was 17.49 crore in Q1 2021 as compared to Rs 1.67 crore in Q1 2020. The segment had an operating profit of Rs 5.27 crore as compared to a small loss of Rs 0.10 crore in Q1 2020.

    Digital segment (ALT-Balaji)

    Revenue from Balaji’s Digital segment (OTT segment – ALT-Balaji) in Q1 2021 increased 20.9 percent to Rs 14.90 crore as compared to Rs 12.33 crore in Q1 2020. The segment had a lower operating loss of Rs 25.79 crore in Q1 2021 as compared to an operating loss of Rs 36.83 crore in the corresponding year ago quarter.

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    Let us look at the other numbers reported by Balaji

    Consolidated total income for Q1 2021 at Rs 40.79 crore was 56 percent lower y-o-y as compared to Rs 92.75 crore. Consolidated total expenses for Q1 2021 fell 48.2 percent y-o-y to Rs 69.57 crore from Rs 134.30 crore.

    Consolidated cost of production declined 69 percent in Q1 2021 to Rs 26.53 crore as compared to Rs 85.69 crore in Q1 2020. Consolidated marketing and distribution expenses in Q1 2021 declined 47.6 percent to Rs 6.07 crore from Rs 11.57 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Consolidated employee benefits expense in Q1 2021 declined 53.9 percent to Rs 5.52 crore from Rs 11.08 crore in Q1 2020. Consolidated other expenses in Q1 2020 reduced 32.9 percent to Rs 13.20 crore from Rs 19.68 crore in Q1 2020.

    Company speak

    Balaji Telefilms Limited managing director Shobha Kapoor said through a press release, “The quarter has been particularly challenging as all content production activity came to a stop. However, our digital businesses have performed well and we are well positioned to grow that business. We remain confident that our TV business will return to more normal levels of content production as our teams have adapted to shooting under the new rules following all health and safety requirements, we now have 6 shows on air and a couple more in the pipeline. We have initiated several cost optimisation programs during the quarter and should continue to see the benefits of these programs as content production volumes return.”

  • BARC week 35: Star Plus continues to dominate the urban market and pay platform

    BARC week 35: Star Plus continues to dominate the urban market and pay platform

    MUMBAI: Star Plus remained the undisputed leader on the pay platform and in the urban market in week 35 of 2020 ( Saturday, 29 August 2020 to Friday, 4 September 2020) of Broadcast Audience Research Council of India (BARC) data. Zee TV secured second position on the pay platform but slips down to fifth spot in the urban market.  Star Utsav continues to lead in the rural market.

    Pay Platform

    On Pay platform Star Plus, Zee TV, Sony Sab, Colors, Star Utsav, Sony Entertainment Television, Sony Pal, Star Bharat, Zee Anmol, and Colors Rishtey, were the top ten channels in the week 35 of BARC India ratings.

    Urban

    In the urban market, the top ten channels were Star Plus, Star Utsav, Sony Sab, Colors, Zee TV, Sony Entertainment Television, Sony Pal, Zee Anmol, Dangal, and Colors Ristey, in the top ten week 35 of BARC India ratings.

    Rural

    Star Utsav, Zee Anmol, Dangal, Sony Pal, Colors Rishtey, Star Plus, Zee TV, Big Magic, Sony Sab and Colors  were the top ten channels in the rural market

    Free platform

    On the Free platform Star Utsav, Zee Anmol, Dangal, Sony Pal,  Colors Rishtey,  Big Magic, DD National, DD Bharati, DD Retro and DD Uttar Pradesh were the top ten channels in week 35 of BARC ratings.

  • Sushant Singh Rajput’s last film ‘Dil Bechara’ to be telecast on Star Plus

    Sushant Singh Rajput’s last film ‘Dil Bechara’ to be telecast on Star Plus

    MUMBAI: After wooing the audience with super hits like Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior and Lion King, Star Plus is all set to offer its viewers one more Superhit Movie Dil Bechara on 9 August at 8 pm. The movie is an adaptation of the bestselling novel The Fault in Our Stars, it tells the story of Kizie (Sanjana Sanghi) and Manny (Late Sushant Singh Rajput), who are young, suffering from illness, and about to fall in love. Two people battling death yet dreaming a new beginning.

    Dil Bechara marks the debut of Mukesh Chabbra as Director along with the unique pairing of Late Sushant Singh Rajput and gorgeous actress Sanjana Sanghi. This movie features young lad Sahil Vaid, charismatic Saif Ali Khan in cameo role along with supporting actors including Saswata Chatterjee and Swastika Mukherjee with striking roles. Adding to this dream team is music maestro A.R. Rahman whose heart-warming background score and music works wonders for the film.

    Commenting on the same Star Plus Channel Spokesperson said, “Star Plus has become the preferred weekend destination for viewers and this is evident from the 41 Million viewers who saw the World Television Premiere of Tanhaji, making it the most-watched movie on the channel since 2014. We are excited to bring yet another super-hit film ‘Dil Bechara’, this Sunday, 9 August at 8pm. Dil Bechara is a beautifully written film, directed by Mukesh Chhabra and brilliant performances from the late actor Sushant Singh Rajput and Sanjana Sanghi. Viewers are in for an entertaining weekend with Star Plus this Sunday.”

    Dil Bechara Director Mukesh Chhabra says, "I am so thrilled that the audience felt an instant connection with the characters and storyline of the film. I would also like to mention the tremendous support I have received from the film fraternity during the release of the movie. I am extremely happy to tell you that now, for all those that haven't watched the film it will be telecasted on India's leading Hindi GEC Star Plus for a wider audience who still are yet to view Sushant's last film. I will forever be grateful to A R Rahman Sir for the beautiful music, Saif Ali Khan for his fabulous cameo, Sanjana and Sushant for their power-packed performances filled with a roller-coaster of emotions and the entire cast and crew for giving it their 100 per cent throughout this journey. Calling out all the movie buffs to tune in to Star Plus on 9 August at 8pm to watch our very own Dil Bechara.”

    There is nothing that will add more splendor to your Sunday than enjoying these power-packed performances with your entire family!

    Watch the World Television Premiere of Dil Bechara on Sunday, 9 August at 8pm only on Star Plus

  • Colors replaces Zee TV in week 29 of BARC India ratings

    Colors replaces Zee TV in week 29 of BARC India ratings

    MUMBAI: Colors channel made a comeback and replaced Zee TV at the third spot on the pay platform in week 29 of 2020 ( Saturday 18 July 2020 to Friday 24 July 2020) of Broadcast Audience Research Council of India (BARC) data.  Dangal, which was at seventh spot for many weeks, slipped down to ninth position in the urban market. Star Utsav from being at number one position slipped down to third spot in the rural market paving way for Zee Anmol.

    On pay platform Star Plus, Sony Sab, Colors, Zee TV, Star Utsav,Sony Entertainment Television,  Zee Anmol,   Star Bharat, Sony Pal and Dangal  were the top ten channels in week 29 of BARC India ratings.  

    Pay Platform

    In the urban market Star Plus, Sony SAB, STAR Utsav, Colors, Sony Entertainment Television, Zee TV, Zee Anmol, Sony Pal, Dangal and Colors Rishtey were the top ten channels in week 29 of BARC India ratings.  

    Urban

    In the rural market top ten channels were Zee Anmol, Dangal, STAR Utsav, Colors Rishtey, Sony Pal, Star Plus, Big Magic, Sony SAB, Zee TV, and Colors in week 29 of BARC India ratings.

    Rural

    On the free platform Zee Anmol,Dangal, Star Utsav, Colors Ristey, Sony Pal, Big Magic, DD National, Manorajan Grand, DD Bharati, and DD Retro were the top channels in week 29 of BARC ratings.

    Free platform

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  • This Sunday, catch the World Television Premiere of ‘Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior’ only on Star Plus

    This Sunday, catch the World Television Premiere of ‘Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior’ only on Star Plus

    MUMBAI: Haven’t planned your weekend yet? Get ready to witness an epic adventure filled with edge-of-the-seat thrills as Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior is all set for a World Television Premiere on Star Plus, the leading Hindi General Entertainment Channel on Sunday, 26 July 2020 at 8pm. Directed by Om Raut, this magnum opus brings the three superstars of Bollywood Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan, and Kajol together on the silver screen for the very first time. The movie also features Sharad Kelkar and Luke Kenny in pivotal roles.

    Based on the biography of Subedar Tanhaji Malusare, the film brings to light how Chhatrapati Shivaji's right-hand man puts his sharp acumen against the brawn of ruthless Mughal chieftain Udaybhan Singh Rathore to recapture Kondhana for the Maratha Empire.

    Commenting on the same Star Plus Channel Spokesperson said, “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior is one of the highest-grossing films of 2020. We are excited about its World Television Premiere on Star Plus. Going forward, we will host movie premieres for wholesome family entertainment on Sundays and this thread starts with Tanhaji. Viewers will witness Big Blockbusters on Sundays in the coming days.”

    Talented Actor Ajay Devgn says, “Tanhaji-The Unsung Warrior is my 100th film. So, it’s a landmark. The film is significant because it’s the story of an unsung hero who played an important part in Indian history. This is a movie that every Indian should watch. I am eagerly looking forward to the viewers of Star Plus to experience this visual extravaganza. I know Tanhaji's bravery and his dedication to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj will resonate. He’s a warrior who must be celebrated even today."

    Further Actor Saif Ali Khan says, “I was thrilled to get a role like Udaybhan and to be a part of a magnum opus like Tanhaji. Ajay and I have been co-stars and friends for decades and it was wonderful to collaborate again on this particular movie. I see Tanhaji as a salute to the brave Maratha blood. It celebrates the sacrifices they have made, always bearing a smile. I will always be thankful to Om for making my character what it is and guiding me all the way. I am very excited for the World Television Premiere of Tanhaji on Star Plus and am surely going to watch it with my family on 26th July at 8 pm.”

    The film received positive reviews from critics, who praised the action sequences, cinematography, performances, and visual effects. Tanhaji’s story created such an impact that it got remade in Marathi. All these facts are strong validations of how much the storyline resonated with audiences.

    Catch the biggest blockbuster of the year ‘Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior’ premiering only on Star Plus on Sunday, 26 July at 8pm

  • Balaji Telefilms operating profit up; ALT Balaji subs and revenue increase in FY 2020

    Balaji Telefilms operating profit up; ALT Balaji subs and revenue increase in FY 2020

    BENGALURU: The most successful television content and film production house in India, the Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa Kapoor-led Balaji Telefilms Ltd (Balaji) reported 34.1 percent growth in consolidated operating revenue at Rs 573.55 crore for the fiscal ended 31 March 2020 (FY 2020, year under review) as compared to the Rs 427.71 crore reported for the previous year (FY 2019). Consolidated operating revenue for the quarter ended 31 March 2020 (Q4 2020, quarter under review) also increased 21.2 percent y-o-y to Rs 107.68 crore from Rs 88.86 crore in Q4 2019. Consolidated loss of FY 2020 declined to Rs 58.96 crore from Rs 97.75 crore in FY 2019. The company reported lower consolidated loss of Rs 19.84 crore in Q4 2020 as compared to 27.97 crore in Q4 2019.

    Balaji reported having completed 823 hours of commissioned programmes in FY 2020 as compared to 763 hours in FY 2019. Slightly lower programming hours were completed in Q4 2020 – 198 hours as compared to 200.5 hours in the corresponding year ago quarter. The company had halted all production on 18 March 2020 on account of the COVID2019 pandemic.  The company said that the realisation per hour was lower in FY 2020 at Rs 0.37 crore per hour as compared to Rs 0.38 crore per hour in FY 2019 because of lower number of weekend shows. Realisation per hour in Q4 2020 at Rs 0.39 crore per hour was however higher y-o-y as compared to Rs 0.36 crore per hour in Q4 2019.

    On a consolidated basis, the company reported operating profit (Simple EBITDA) of Rs 10.73 crore in FY 2020 as compared to a consolidated operating loss (negative EBITDA) of Rs 105.11 crore in FY 2019. For Q4 2020 also, Balaji reported positive consolidated EBIDTA of Rs 39.58 crore as compared to a consolidated operating loss of Rs 33.24 crore in Q4 2019.

    ALT Balaji numbers

    Though it has yet to become profitable, Balaji’s OTT platform ALT Balaji operating revenue almost doubled (increased 85.1 percent) to Rs 77.49 crore in FY 2020 as compared to Rs 41.87 crore in FY 2019. The company reported lower operating loss for ALT Balaji at Rs 92.16 crore for FY 2020 as compared to an operating loss of Rs 120.81 crore for FY 2019. Balaji says that direct subscription revenue for ALT Balaji has grown over 100 percent year on year.

    ALT Balaji operating revenue increased 61.2 percent y-o-y to Rs 22.18 crore during Q4 2020 as compared to Rs 13.76 crore in Q4 2019. The company reported lower operating loss for ALT Balaji at Rs 14.44 crore for Q4 2020 as compared to an operating loss of Rs 31.75 crore for Q4 2019.

    Commissioned programmes

    Revenue from the company’s television programming (Commissioned programmes) increased 22.5 percent y-o-y to Rs 421.25 crore in FY 2020 as compared to Rs 344.02 crore in the previous year. Commissioned programmes business operating results increased 369.2 percent during FY 2020 to Rs 83.06 crore as compared to Rs 49.09 crore in the pervious year.

    Revenue from the company’s television programming (Commissioned programmes) increased 35.6 percent y-o-y to Rs 110.89 crore in Q4 2020 as compared to Rs 81.80 crore in the corresponding year ago quarter. Commissioned programmes business operating results declined 3.5 percent during Q4 2020 to Rs 19.55 crore as compared to Rs 20.27 crore in the corresponding year ago quarter.

    Films segment

    Revenue from Balaji’s Films segment increased 69.2 percent in FY 2020 to Rs 172.40 crore from Rs 102.27 crore. Films segment operating results grew more than six-fold (grew 555.2 percent) at Rs 54.14 crore as compared to an operating profit of Rs 8.26 crore in FY 2019.

    Revenue from Balaji’s Films segment fell 43.8 percent y-o-y in Q4 2020 to Rs 5.46 crore from Rs 9.72 crore. Films segment operating results was more than three times higher (up 259.4 percent) at Rs 4.49 crore as compared to an operating profit of Rs 1.25 crore in Q4 2019.

    Some standalone numbers

    Standalone PAT for FY 2020 was 63 percent lower at Rs 21.77 crore as compared to Rs 58.87 crore in FY 2019. Balaji’s Standalone PAT for Q4 2020 and Q4 2019 was Rs 10.43 crore and Rs 2.18 crore respectively.

    Balaji’s standalone operating revenue for FY 2020 31 percent higher at Rs 567.63 crore as compared to Rs 438.67 crore in FY 2019. Standalone operating revenue for Q4 2020 and Q4 2019 was Rs 116.06 crore and Rs 82.12 crore respectively.

    Company speak

    Balaji Telefilms Limited managing director Shobha Kapoor said in the investor release, “This year has been one of the best year for Balaji Telefilms despite the partial impact of COVID-19 towards the end of March 2020. We continue to focus on creating good content and growing our digital platform. We are witnessing huge opportunity within the digital space due to COVID-19 and we are gearing ourselves to exploit this opportunity.”

    Let us look at the other numbers reported by Balaji

    Consolidated total income for FY 2020 at Rs 582.16 crore was 26.7 percent higher y-o-y as compared to Rs 459.48 crore. Consolidated total expenses for FY 2020 increased 9.7 percent to Rs 604.33 crore from Rs 1550.90 crore.

    Consolidated cost of production declined 12.6 percent FY 2020 to Rs 349.89 crore as compared to Rs 400.45 crore in FY 2019. Consolidated marketing and distribution expenses in FY 2020 increased 40.4 percent to Rs 60.56 crore from Rs 43.12 crore in the previous year. Consolidated employee benefits expense in FY 2020 declined 26.5 percent to Rs 36.45 crore from Rs 49.57 crore in FY 2019. Consolidated other expenses in FY 2020 increased 19.1 percent to Rs 76.42 crore from Rs 36.45 crore in FY 2019.

    Consolidated total income for Q4 2020 at Rs 106.09 crore was 9 percent higher y-o-y as compared to Rs 97.29 crore. Consolidated total expenses for the quarter under review reduced 5.6 percent y-o-y to Rs 118.74 crore from Rs 125.76 crore.

    Consolidated cost of production declined 16.8 percent y-o-y in Q4 2020 to Rs 75.36 crore as compared to Rs 91.83 crore. Consolidated marketing and distribution expenses in Q4 2020 declined 40 percent y-o-y to Rs 5.01 crore from Rs 8.34 crore. Consolidated employee benefits expense in Q4 2020 declined 35.2 percent y-o-y to Rs 8.57 crore from Rs 13.22 crore. Consolidated other expenses in Q4 2020 reduced 27.5 percent y-o-y to Rs 20.17 crore from Rs 27.82 crore.

  • Zee TV secures third spot on the pay platform: BARC India week 28

    Zee TV secures third spot on the pay platform: BARC India week 28

    MUMBAI: Zee TV, right from being in the tenth spot in week 27, has climbed up straight to third position on the pay platform in the week 28 of 2020 ( Saturday11 July 2020 to Friday 17 July 2020)  of Broadcast Audience Research Council of India (BARC) data. Colors slipped down to fifth spot in the pay platform but maintained its fourth position in the urban market.

    On Pay platform Star Plus, Sony Sab, Zee TV, Star Utsav, Colors, Sony Entertainment Television, Star Bharat, Sony Pal, Dangal  and Zee Anmol were the top ten channels in the week 28 of BARC India ratings.

    Pay Platform

    As far as urban market is concerned, Star Plus, Sony SAB, STAR Utsav, Colors, Zee TV, Sony Entertainment Television, Dangal, Sony Pal, Zee Anmol, Colors Rishtey were the top ten channels in week 28 of BARC India ratings.

    Urban 

    In the rural market top ten channels were STAR Utsav, Dangal, Zee Anmol, Zee Anmol, Colors Rishtey, Sony Pal, Star Plus, Big Magic, Sony SAB, Zee TV, and Colors in week 28 of BARC India ratings.

    Rural

    On the free platform Dangal, Star Utsav, Zee Anmol, Colors Ristey, Sony Pal, Big Magic, DD National, Manorajan Grand, DD Bharati, and DD Retro were the top channels in week 28 of BARC ratings.

    Free platform

  • BARC week 27: Star Plus remains undisputed leader in urban market and pay platform

    BARC week 27: Star Plus remains undisputed leader in urban market and pay platform

    MUMBAI: Star Plus remained the undisputed leader on the pay platform and in the urban market in week 27 of 2020 ( Saturday 4 July 2020 to Friday, 10 July 2020) of Broadcast Audience Research Council of India (BARC) data. Sony Sab secured second position on the pay platform and in the urban market.  Colors replaced Sony Entertainment Television in  fourth position in the urban market. Star Utsav continues to lead in the rural market. Dangal slips down to the tenth position in the urban market.

    On Pay platform Star Plus, Sony Sab, Star Utsav, Colors, Sony Entertainment Television, Star Bharat, Sony Pal, Zee Anmol, Zee TV and Dangal and were the top ten channels in the week 27 of BARC India ratings.

    Pay Platform

    In the urban market, the top ten channels were Star Plus, Sony Sab, Star Utsav, Colors, Sony Entertainment Television, Sony Pal, Dangal, Zee Anmol, Colors Rishtey, and Star Bharat in week 27 of BARC India ratings.

    Urban

    Star Utsav, Dangal, Zee Anmol, Colors Rishtey, Sony Pal, Big Magic, Star Plus, Sony Sab, DD National, Colors and Zee TV were the top ten channels in the rural market

    Rural

    On the Free platform Dangal, Star Utsav, Zee Anmol, Colors Rishtey, Sony Pal, Big Magic, DD National, Manoranjan Grand, DD Retro and DD Bharati were the top ten channels in week 27 of BARC ratings.

    Free Platform

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  • Star Plus airs fresh content

    Star Plus airs fresh content

    MUMBAI: Star Plus has brought back original episodes of its popular shows Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Kasautii Zindagii Kay, Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke and Yeh Hai Chahatein — on-air with a fresh storyline from running, 13 July. The channel has also announced the launch of its new show Anupamaa, which was supposed to be launched in March but was held due to the spread of Covid2019 and the subsequent lockdown. 

    Star Plus will also host movie premieres on weekends with the world television premiere of Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior on 26 July, 8 pm and Disney’s The Lion King on 8 August, 8 pm. Iconic mythology shows, Ramayana and Mahabharata, will continue to air at 7.30 pm and 8.30 pm, respectively.

    “We are happy to have entertained our viewers throughout the lockdown phase and are excited to bring back their favourite shows after more than 100 days. We hope that our engaging mix of romance, drama series, and light-hearted content along with movie premieres will continue to entertain our viewers,” said a Star Plus spokesperson.

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  • BARC week 25: Star Plus continues to hold top spot in urban market and pay platform

    BARC week 25: Star Plus continues to hold top spot in urban market and pay platform

    MUMBAI: Star Plus topped the chart on the pay platform and in the urban market in Week 25 of 2020 ( Saturday 20 June 2020 to Friday 26 June 2020  ) of Broadcast Audience Research Council of India (BARC) data. However, Star Plus slipped down to seventh position in the rural market. After a long time, STAR Utsav grabbed the leading position in the Rural market replacing Dangal. STAR Plus, SONY SAB, STAR Utsav, Sony Entertainment Television and Colors maintained top five positions in the Pay platform and Urban market.

    On Pay platform  STAR Plus, SONY SAB,STAR UTSAV, Sony Entertainment Television, Colors, Star Bharat, Sony Pal, Dangal, Zee TV and Zee Anmol were the top ten channels in the week 25 of BARC India ratings.

    Pay Platform

    In the urban market, the top ten channels were STAR Plus, SONY SAB, STAR Utsav  Sony Entertainment Television, Colors, Dangal, Sony Pal, Colors Rishtey, Zee Anmol and STAR Bharat,  in week 25 of BARC India ratings.

    Urban

    STAR Utsav, Dangal, Colors Rishtey, Zee Anmol, Sony Pal, DD National, Big Magic, STAR Plus,  Sony SAB, STAR Bharat and DD National were the top ten channels in the rural market

    Rural

    On the Free platform Dangal, STAR Utsav, Colors Rishtey, Zee Anmol, Big Magic, Sony Pal, DD National, DD Bharati, Manoranjan Grand, and DD Retro were the top ten channels in week 25 of BARC ratings.

    Free Platform