Revamp of shows on sab tvIJ
It appears that SAB TV is all set to revamp its shows by pulling the plug of four of its shows — Comedy Superstars. Krishan Kanhaiya, Yam Hain Hum and Hum Aapke Ghar Mein Rehte Hain. While Comedy Superstars is set to go off air by end of October, Yam Hain Hum is expected to go off air by the end of 2015. As for the other two shows, sources say that since they have failed to garner the TRPs, the channel is all set to pull them off air. Though talks are on related to the content and the casting for the new shows, it is still in its initial stage.
Indian Idol celebrates 10 years
Marking ten years of its successful run, Sony Entertainment Television brings together celebrities associated with the show for a special celebration — Jashn-e-Idol. Viewer can watch ex-judges like Kailash Kher, Alisha Chinoy, Anu Malik and Udit Narayan showcase their magic singing their biggest hits. Joining them on stage will be previous contestants like Abhijit Sawant, Rahul Vaidya, Monali Thakur, Antara Mitra and Chang. The evening will be hosted by Hussain and Mini Mathur. So get on a nostalgic trip with Indian Idol and catch the show on Sunday, September 27 at 8 pm.
lIV & rolling with a million hits
Sony lIV recently garnered 1 million views for its first-of-kind signature series #loveBytes. India’s first-ever exclusive, original web series exclusively for the digital platform. Speaking about this initiative, Uday Sodhi, EVP and head, digital entertainment said: “We are glad to see that our new web series #loveBytes has now hit 1 million views. With #loveBytes, we offer consumers a digital-first experience like never before. Setting a benchmark in the video entertainment space, Sony lIV plans to further invest in original content with new concepts and ideas. We are overwhelmed by the audience response and it has heartened us to bring more original shows in the near future.”
Rode to play Karn
Gautam Rode, television’s most loved actor is all set to play the role of Karn in Sony Entertainment Television’s period drama Suryaputra Karn. Rode will take over from Basant Bhatt who is at present playing the 17-year-old Karn in the show. Talking about his role, Rode said: “I am thrilled to play the role of Karn. As an actor I love exploring different characters and Karn is the kind of role which is completely different from what I have played so far. In Mahabharata, Karn’s character is the most interesting one. He always stood for karma rather than dharma. He did everything for the people and hence was known as daanvir. I am looking forward to start shooting for the show.”To catch all the action, stay tuned to the show, Monday to Thursday at 8:30 pm.