Thursday, April 22, 2010
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Disney Channel's | Kya Mast Hai Life - Season 2
Disney Channel's award-winning show ‘Kya Mast Hai Life' is back! A magical potion with a mind of its own, found hidden in an ancient book, will spice up the lives of the popular Tween gang in the new season, which premieres on April 17 at 1 p.m.
Summer starts off with Zee discovering a magical potion. The potion makes one's last thoughts come alive, leading to a series of comic situations in the lives of Zee, Zenia, Rags and Vir. The cast includes Shaheer Sheikh, Nazneen Ghani, Ashish Juneja and Shweta Tripathi.
Source: The Hindu
Thursday, April 15, 2010
TV Shows to Watch Out For On Malayalam Channels - The Week Ahead
Devaragam (Asianet, Mondays to Thursdays, 17.30) The relationships within a family and a woman's plight are explored in this new serial. It narrates the story of a woman who is forced to commit murder for the sake of her family. It's a tale of revenge and hatred and a tale of love and goodness too. Top Loser- Finale (Asianet Plus, Sundays, 18.00) Who will win the title of ‘Top Loser'? Of the 25 contestants that started out to lose weight under the guidance of dieticians and fitness experts, eight have been selected for the finale. Through this reality show not only have the contestants lost a considerable amount of weight and increased their fitness levels, but also viewers got a chance to learn about health and fitness. The finale will be telecast over five episodes on consecutive Sundays, beginning on April 25. Little World (Amrita TV, Sundays, 10.00) It is a summer holiday special for tiny tots. It consists of an entertaining half-an-hour filled with an assortment of programmes, in which youngsters can get acquainted with some exceptional young people, pick up tips on craft-making and watch the antics of adorable children like themselves. The programme showcases some extraordinary young individuals. Some of them are prodigiously talented in certain areas while others indulge in offbeat activities such as devoting time for a social cause, environmental conservation, creating public awareness on electricity consumption and so on. By showcasing such model youngsters, the show nudges young minds to explore new possibilities and encourages them to emulate their peers. There are enjoyable art and craft sessions, in which the anchor reveals the trick of sketching figures with a few strokes of the pen or carving figures out of cardboard in easy-to-do steps. Every episode also has candid clippings of baby talk, bustling activities of the cherubs and little imps at their naughtiest best. IPL Countdown Hungama (Amrita TV, Monday to Friday, 19.30) As the Indian Premiere League fever grips the cricketing world, the channel joins in the celebrations with this blistering sixer of a programme. It is a quick-fire question series based entirely on the Indian Premiere League games of 2008 and 2009, which will test the contestants' knowledge of cricket and pick his brains on the facts and figures relating to cricketing stars and their records. This show will be a limited-edition version stretched over five days. Each episode will be referred to as a ‘match' and the rounds as ‘overs.' The selected contestants will be divided into 4 teams. The starting ‘over' will be about cricket in general. The second one expects the players to identify cricketing personalities. The third will be based on cricketing records and in the fourth, the team selects a cricket star and faces questions relating to him. The final over will be a celebrity over hosted by a prominent cricketer. The player who has played the best game of the day will be given to the man of the match award. After the players juggle the six ‘overs,' the total scores of each innings will be tallied and the team that gets caught on the back foot with the lowest score will be eliminated, and the other three will pass on to the semi-finals. The finals will be a clash between the best two teams. Prizes will be awarded to the winners and the man of the series who has the best ‘batting' average. Source: The Hindu
Little World:Amrita TV, Sundays, 10.00.
Friday, April 9, 2010
TV Highlights - The Week Ahead | Programs Lined Up On Tamil Television Channels
D'artagnan and Three Musketeers (Makkal TV, Sunday, 2 p.m.) The Russian film ‘D'artagnan and Three Musketeers' will be screened in Ulaga Thirai Pada Varisai. A three-part musical mini-series produced in the Soviet Union and first aired in 1978, it is based on Alexandre Dumas's ‘The Three Musketeers.' Konjam Arattai Konjam Setai (Makkal TV, Monday to Fridays at 9 p.m.) A new dial-in live show, it is hosted by mimicry artist Dindigul Sarvanan and Iral Imaan. The duo interact with audience in their inimitable style, and keep them in splits. A funny skit performed by Robo Shankar, Aravind and group adds another dose of humour. Begins from April 12. Rasikka Rusikka (Polimer TV, Saturdays and Sundays, 1 p.m.) Here's a travel show with cookery in focus that highlights the local cuisine of different districts of the State. Anchor Jayanth balances the travel and cookery quotient well in his lively presentation. Starts this Saturday. Jackpot- Tamil New Year Special
Jackpot- Tamil New Year Special:Jaya TV, Sunday 8 p.m.
(Jaya TV, Sunday, 8 p.m.)
This special episode will see ‘Vennira Aadai' Nirmala, Raja Sulochana, Rajashree and Kuchalakumari fight for the jackpot with the other team comprising singers T.K. Kala, M.S. Rajeswari, B. Vasantha and B. Sasi Rekha. The 90-minute episode is hosted by Kushboo.
Thirumbi Parkiraen: Jaya TV, Monday-Friday, 10 p.m.
Thirumbi Paarkiraen
(Jaya TV, Monday-Friday, 10 p.m.)
Thirumbi Paarkiraen presents M. Saravanan, the AVM icon, who has rubbed shoulders with stars from MGR to Kamal and Rajini. Scenes from films, old and new, will pepper the presentation to go on air for two weeks from April 12.
Anjarai Petti
(Zee Tamil, daily, 1.30 p.m.)
This week the team visits Thiruvaroor, Mannargudi and Pattukottai.
As for the recipes, find out how to make rava urulai poli, kudamilagai chicken sandwich, avalakki bath, silver fish fry and green tomato sabji.
Natchathirangalin Aalayamum Oviyamum
(Zee Tamil, Sundays, 9 p.m.)
Actor Bhagyaraj will share with viewers details about his family deity which is located at Negamam near Coimbatore.
Actor and artist Marthandam visits Negamam, makes a portrait of the deity and the temple, and gifts it to Bhagyaraj.
Chithirai Thirunal Special
(Zee Tamil, Wednesday)
An interesting line-up awaits viewers on Chithirai Thirunal. In ‘Singamum Puliyum' at 9.30 a.m., meet actor Jeeva who is doing a dual role in his next film. ‘Home Minister Special' at 2.30 p.m., will feature actor Karunas and his pop singer wife Grace.
Actor Shakti, son of veteran Director P. Vasu will be featured in ‘Aatanayaganil Naan' at 8.30 p.m., where he will share some interesting facts about himself.
Director Vasanthabalan, with actors Mahesh and Anjali, shares his thoughts on the making of ‘Angadi Theru' in ‘Angaditheruvil Vasanthabalan' at 9 p.m.
Naan Ready Neenga Readya?
(Zee Tamil, Sundays, 10.30 a. m.)
In this phone-in film-based game show, viewers get an opportunity to win cash prizes and a gold coin. There are three rounds – Eligibility, Visual and Audio. The winner of all three rounds gets a cash prize of Rs. 500 and can participate in the final round. The right answer will get a gold coin for the winner.
To participate, just call 42121751 or 39191012. For those who can't get through, an SMS contest will be conducted at the end of the show where a question will be asked with three answer options.
The lucky one who has the right answer will be selected on the basis of ‘draw-of-lots.'
Kadhal Unplugged
(Vijay TV, Sunday, 11 a.m.)
The Kadhal Unplugged show saw musical talents such as Shruthi Haasan, Blaaze, Vijay Prakash, Sunitha Sarathy, Haricharn and Neha Bhasin came together on one stage to perform romantic hits from Tamil cinema. Leading the performance were noted musicians Keith Peters (bass guitar), Naveen Iyer (flute) and Shyam (piano), with support by percussion, horns and the string ensemble. The show was hosted by Craig and Pooja. Director Gautham Menon was the special guest. The two-part programme will go on air this Sunday and on April 18.
Special programmes
(Vijay TV, Wednesday, 8 a.m. onwards)
At 8 a.m. in ‘Thaimaikku Vanakkam' celebrities from different walks of life such as Mayilsami Annadurai, lyricist Vairamuthu, director Shankar and producer M. Saravannan will pay homage to their mother.
At 9 a.m., the ‘Paiya' pair Karthi and Tamanna share some experiences while shooting for the film.
At 10 a.m., the special episode of ‘Koffee with Anu' will feature Sri Lankan cricket ace Muttiah Muralidharan, who makes his first TV appearance for a show.
At 11 a.m., ‘Neeya Naana' will discuss the topic ‘Which Tamil dialect is considered to be the best?' At 1 p.m. in ‘Jodi No.1 Season 4,' the pairs will be joined by ‘Irumbukottai Murattu Singam' crew -- director Simbu Devan and actors Lawrence Ragavendra and Lakshmi Rai.
Watch the comedy ‘Thiru Thiru Thuru Thuru' at 3 p.m. Directed by Nandini, the film stars Ajmal, Rupa Manjeri and Mouli.
Source: The Hindu
Malayalam Channels | The Week Ahead | Vishu Specials
Kanchivaram: Asianet Plus, Thursday, 10.30.
Ambedkar Jayanti specials
(Asianet, Wednesday, 07.00 onwards)
Asianet marks the Jayanti of B.R. Ambedkar on April 14 with some special shows. At 07.00 is a special ‘Suprabhatam' and at 11.30 is the comedy telefilm ‘Ayyo Pavamm Kariyachan.' ‘In Harihar Nagar' is the movie at 09.00 and at 12.30 is the Jayaram-starrer ‘Kanakasimhasanam.' At 15.30 is ‘Lollipop' starring Prithviraj, Jayasurya, Bhavana and Roma.
Chat show with Meera Jasmine and K.S. Chitra:Asianet, Thursday, 11.30 .
Vishu special shows
This Vishu (April 15), ACV has a variety of specials shows to celebrate the day. A documentary on five famous Vishnu temples of central Kerala will be telecast at 09.30. Share Vishu memories with singer Madhu Balakrishnan at 11.30 and chat with Rima Kallingal at 12.30. Mohanlal-starrer ‘ Manichithrathazhu' will be telecast 14.00. A tete-a-tete with Harisree Asokan is at 17.00. ‘Thanthrikam' is a glimpse into the life the of Chennas thanthris – the priests of Guruvayoor temple, at 17.30. At 18.30 is a chat with up-and-coming star Dhanya Mary Varghese. The movie ‘ Daya' starring Manju Warrier is at 22.05.
Asianet's Vishu specials begin with ‘Bhagavamritam' at 05.45 followed at 06.15 by ‘Muktisagaram.' The works of famous poets are picturised in ‘Ardhaneelima' at 06.45 and the poems are rendered by G. Venugopal. Listen to what the astrological charts say in ‘Vishupahalangal' at 07.00. At 16.00 is a special episode of the comedy reality show ‘Comedy Stars' and at 21.00 join actor Suresh Gopi and the contestants of ‘Idea Star Singer' for a special episode. There is also a tête-à-tête with Meera Jasmine and K.S. Chitra at 11.30, and interviews with Mohanlal, Jayasurya, Kavya Madhavan, Gopika and Roma. This Vishu catch the première of the movies ‘Samasthakeralam P.O.' starring Jayaram and Priyanka at 09.00, ‘Ivar Vivahitarayal' starring Jayasurya and Bhama at 12.30 and ‘Bhramaram' starring Mohanlal and Bhumika Chawla at 18.00.
Asianet Plus' celebrations begin at 06.00 with ‘Plus Show.' The travelogue ‘A walk with Subaida' is at 06.30. ‘Devasangeetham' at 07.00 has Vishu devotional songs and ‘Vishu Sadya' at 07.30 highlights the importance of Vishu.
At 08.00, listen to Vishu special songs and at 08.30 watch television star Sreekala cook her favourite Vishu dishes. ‘Ponkani' at 09.00 features dance, music and mimicry. The telefilm ‘Oridathum' is at 13.00. ‘Hridayaragam' with evergreen film songs is at 14.00 and at 15.30 check out the latest Vishu releases. At 17.00 is an interview with actor Prithviraj. The ‘Comedy Show' follows at 17.30 and at 18.00 is ‘Kanikanum Neram.'
The movies for the day are Priyadarshan's National Award winner ‘Kanchivaram' starring Prakash Raj at 10.30 and ‘Arabikatha' starring Sreenivasan at 19.30.
Sources: The Hindu
Thursday, April 1, 2010
On the go with Harsha Bhogle
Discover India With Harsha Bhogle
Discovery Channel has launched a new avatar of Harsha Bhogle, as he travels across the Indian subcontinent for the series “Travel India with Harsha Bhogle”
Having visited many cities and countless business hotels during his career, Harsha makes an effort to uncover the local flavour of each destination. He travels across the country discovering the local charm and revealing fascinating places, off the beaten path.
The series will take viewers to spiritual sites like Golden Temple in Amristar, Bodhgaya in Bihar or Rat Temple in Rajasthan, an adventure trip in Sun
derbans, and visits to the lush vineyards of Nashik etc. Harsha begins his journey from India's western tip at the desolate Rann of Kutch and ends the journey at Nashik. The show airs on the Discovery Channel at 8 p.m.
Source: The Hindu
Jackie Kennedy's story
Fascinating Jacqueline Kennedy
Fox History and Entertainment will telecast “Jackie: Beyond the Myth” on April 2 at 10 p.m. She was one of America's most fascinating first ladies. The film presents an expansive, intimate portrait of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis, framed by the times in which she lived and informed by the people who knew her.
It traces Jackie's life, from her seemingly idyllic youth to her days as a beloved first lady to her post-White House marriage and career, and finally to her valiant efforts to promote and preserve America's cultural heritage
Sources : The Hindu
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Malayalam Channels | TV Highlignts - The Week Ahead
Anjumanipookkal
(Asianet, weekdays, 17.00)Viewers get a chance to interact with the five finalists of the recently concluded Munch Star Singer Junior in this new phone-in show. The young talents will play your favourite songs and film scenes.
Cinema Today
(Asianet Plus, weekdays, 18.45)
Get all the up-to-date information on the goings on in the film industry in this show. On location reports, interviews with technicians and the like will feature in the show.
Nayika
(Asianet Plus, weekdays, 17.30)
Check out the highlights in the careers and the lives of some of Malayalam cinema's top heroines in this show. Included are interviews with the heroines and clippings of some of their most memorable roles.
Natakame Ulakam
(Amrita TV, Saturdays, 22.30)
Natakame Ulakam:Amrita TV, Saturdays, 22.30.
It is a wry and sarcastic commentary on the political scenario of the State. The programme, which completed 200 episodes, consists of a wittily cynical monologue narrated by the show's scriptwriter and anchor, T.K. Santosh Kumar. He introduces the issues, comments on it and sometimes adds a tongue-in-cheek epilogue. This is interspersed with clippings of the major political actors involved and sound bytes that are of relevance to the issue.
Quick cuts and repeated replays of certain appropriate ‘bits of action,' along with caricatures of people caught up in the controversy, provides hilarious conformation or amusing contradictions to what has been stated in the monologue.
Searching for the droll angle in every problem, Santosh uses the vehicle of deprecating humour to drive home his point. He exploits every shade of satire from exaggeration to sarcasm and though the programme occasionally slips into of scorn and derision, the monologue sticks to mild, ironic humour most of the time.
Maundy Thursday specials
(Asianet, Thursday, 05.45 onwards)
On Maundy Thursday (April 1), Asianet has some special shows starting with ‘Bhagavamritam' at 05.45 followed by ‘Muktisudhakaram.' At 06.45 is ‘Yesuvinte Raktham Veena Mannil' and at 07.00 is a special ‘Suprabhatam.' The movies for the day are ‘Time' starring Suresh Gopi at 09.00, ‘Ravanaprabhu' at 13.00 and ‘College Kumaran' starring Mohanlal and Vimala Raman at 23.05.Source: HinduWednesday, March 24, 2010
Latest News Headline | Asianet to launch dedicated channel for Middle East
Thiruvananthapuram, March 24 (IANS) Asianet, the first TV channel launched in Kerala, Wednesday announced the launch of a dedicated channel for the Middle East.
The official launch of Asianet Middle East 24x7 will be held in Dubai on April 7.
'There is a considerable difference in the lifestyle of Keralites in Kerala and the Keralite community living in the Middle East,' Asianet Communications Managing Director K. Madhavan said.
'As the leading and trusted television channel of thousands of Malayalis in the region, we believe that the difference in outlook and aspirations must reflect in our channel's programming to fully connect with our audience here,' he said.
The channel was launched in 1993.
The viewers of Asianet in the Middle East are presently offered the same programming schedules as that of the channel in Kerala. The dedicated channel has been structured to suit the lifestyle of people residing in the south Indian state.
The new dedicated 24x7 channel will structure its mainline programming schedule to suit prime time, as per the time zone in the Middle East.
'Viewers in the Middle East can watch new blockbuster movies and all the weekend shows on Fridays instead of having to miss them on Sundays,' Madhavan said.
The timing of other popular programmes will also be structured to suit viewers in the Middle East.
There are about two million Keralites settled in various Middle East countries.
Source : Indo Asian News Service
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Latest News Headline | Pune, Kochi Named New IPL Teams
IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi said Sahara Adventure Sports Group made an identical USD 370 million bid for three cities —— Ahmedabad, Nagpur and Pune.
“They made the highest bid for all three cities and were asked to chose one of those cities. So Pune will be the home ground of their team,” Modi told reporters.
Rendezvous Sports World Limited made the second highest bid today but their offer of USD 333.33 million was enough to land the Kochi franchise, Modi said.
“In all, five groups qualified for the bid and I hope they make good business,” Modi said. He also made it clear that there were no plans to have a second IPL abroad.
“I’m always misquoted by the media. This is Indian Premier League and there is no plan to have a second IPL abroad. “We also have no plans to expand further immediately. In fact I don’t foresee an expansion in many many years to come but then you never know,” he added.
Apart from the two successful bidders, other groups which took part in the bidding included Adani Groups and VC Digital Solution (Videocon).
(PTI)
Friday, March 19, 2010
TV Shows to Watch Out For on Malayalam Channels | The Week Ahead
Kunjali Marakkar: Asianet, weekdays, 22.00.
Mattoruval
(Surya TV, weekdays, 20.30)
Star of the silver screen Vani Viswanath plays the lead in this mega-serial, which begins on March 22. It is based on the novel ‘Mattoruval' by S. Sreedevi. T.S Saji is the director and Jose Allepey wields the camera. Srinath, Kalasala Babu, Shajin, V.K. Baiju, M.R. Gopakumar, Manka Mahesh also star.
Ormachitram
(Manorama News, weekdays, 20.30)
It's a journey through some of the landmark films of Malayalam cinema. It traces the origins of the films from conception to release, peppered with anecdotes from the cast and the crew and scenes from the films themselves. Dipthish is the producer. The repeat of the show is on Tuesdays at 23.30, on Fridays at 11.30 and Saturdays at 14.30.
Rim Jim
(Asianet Plus, Sundays, 19.00)
Bubbly playback singer Rimi Tomi hosts this chat show. Celebrities from the film fraternity, politicians, fellow singers and so on have participated in this show.
Mahabhagavatam
(Asianet, weekdays, 18.00)
Incidents from the Mahabharata are highlighted in this devotional serial, which is all set to complete 400 episodes.
In addition to the main storyline, a number of sub-plots from the epic (especially tales from the ‘Krishnaleela') are also serialised in this show. Sharath, Balaji, Sreekala, Ambili Devi, Kochu Preman and Edavela Babu star in the show.
Autograph
(Asianet, weekdays, 18.30)
This serial narrates the tale of the notorious ‘Five Fingers,' a group of teenagers consisting of Rahul Krishna, James Albert, Samkutty, Mridula Mohan and Nancy. They are the school troublemakers but when it comes to studies, cultural activities or sports there is no one who can defeat them. The serial is directed by Sujith Sundar.
Kunjali Marakkar
(Asianet, weekdays, 22.00)
Freedom fighter Kunjali Marakkar braved the might of the Portuguese colonial forces and his detractors in the struggle for freedom. The serial, which chronicles the life of this legend, completes 50 episodes.
Kudumbavishesham
(Asianet, Sundays, 14.00)
Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into a family of celebrities in each episode of this chat show. Each member of the featured families is a high achiever in his or her chosen field.
Source: The Hindu
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Knight Riders takes on Chargers in IPL opener
By Nandakumar Marar
— Photo: Vivek Bendre
EXPERT ADVICE:Kolkata Knight Riders will be hoping that bowling coach Wasim Akram's expertise rubs off on Ishant Sharma and gets its campaign off to a flyer in IPL III.
| Chance for little known players to showcase their talent |
EXPERT ADVICE:Kolkata Knight Riders will be hoping that bowling coach Wasim Akram's expertise rubs off on Ishant Sharma and gets its campaign off to a flyer in IPL III.
MUMBAI:The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a stage for little-known Indians to showcase their skills in make-or-break situations before a world audience.
The sky is the limit for first-class cricketers adept in the T20 format, like wicketkeeper-batsman Wriddhiman Saha of the Kolkata Knight Riders, stylish strokeplayer Manish Pandey, pace bowler Vinay Kumar of Royal Challengers Bangalore, all-rounder Rajagopal Sathish of Mumbai Indians, off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin of Chennai Super Kings and leg-spinner Piyush Chawla of Delhi Daredevils. Most of them are on the Indian probables list for the ICC World Twenty20.
Punjab medium-pacer Harmeet Singh used the opportunity to play under Adam Gilchrist in IPL 2009 and went on to become an integral part of Deccan Chargers' ride to victory.
Two wickets (Rahul Dravid, Mark Boucher) and one catch (Vinay Kumar) in the final catapulted him to the frontline.
Useful bowler
He is now a useful bowler in coach Darren Lehmann's unit for IPL 2010, when DC commences its title defence against KKR at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai on Friday.
For a youngster whose first-class debut happened last year, the opportunity to rub shoulders with the likes of Gilchrist, Andrew Symonds and Herschelle Gibbs boosted his confidence and the handy medium-pacer is a regular in the IPL champion's line-up, operating with India's swing bowler R.P. Singh.
The absence of players from New Zealand, West Indies and England for the initial phase in IPL's third edition is a golden opportunity for these talented youngsters to blossom into effective performers under a confident captain and stable team management.
New Zealander Brendon McCullum's non-availability offers Saha the chance to boost KKR's chances. An efficient performer behind the stumps, he is an attacking top-order batsman.
Saha has in Sourav Ganguly a skipper who will back him, besides new coach Dav Whatmore known for his ability to get the best out of Asian players.
Attacking batting
The Bengal player's attacking batting will come in handy in the absence of the powerful West Indian Chris Gayle.
DC will similarly miss West Indies pace bowler Kemar Roach, forcing Lehmann to distribute bowling responsibility among Purple Cap holder R.P. Singh, spinner Pragyan Ojha, Harmeet and the experienced Sri Lankan Chaminda Vaas.
Gilchrist's team is the defending champion, but the DC captain is aware of dramatic swings in form and fortunes where T20 cricket is concerned.
“Everyone starts with a clean slate in IPL,” said the Aussie, whose team moved from bottom place to champion in a year. KKR finds itself in a similar situation this year, finishing eighth and last in IPL 2009, resulting in Whatmore's appointment as coach in place of John Buchanan and captaincy reins back in Ganguly's experienced hands. He is clear about the task ahead. “It's all about delivering on the big stage. It's about delivering in the middle for all teams in the world, all teams in the competition. It's the same for us.”
The Kolkata side is packed with experience and talent in Murali Kartik, Ajit Agarkar, Sri Lankans Angelo Mathews and Ajantha Mendis, Australian Brad Hodge and England's Owais Shah. Laxmi Ratan Shukla, Ashok Dinda, Rohan Gavaskar and Manoj Tiwary are the Bengal players.
Ganguly is aware of their strengths, so along with coach Whatmore, striking the right combination is the challenge.
The teams (from):
DC:Adam Gilchrist (capt.), Rohit Sharma, R.P. Singh, Pragyan Ojha, V.V.S. Laxman, Herschelle Gibbs, Andrew Symonds, Chaminda Vaas, Harmeet Singh, Ravi Teja, Rahul Sharma, T. Suman, Azhar Bilakhia, Anirudh Singh, Mohnish Mishra, Venugopala Rao, B. Sumanth, Arjun Yadav, Ashish Reddy. Coach:Darren Lehmann.
KKR:Sourav Ganguly (capt.), Manoj Tiwary, Murali Kartik, Ajit Agarkar, Ishant Sharma, Wriddhiman Saha, Ashok Dinda, Cheteshwar Pujara, Iqbal Abdulla, Angelo Mathews, Ajantha Mendis, Brad Hodge, Owais Shah, Charl Langeveldt, Laxmi Ratan Shukla, Ganapathi Vignesh, Rohan Gavaskar, Mandeep Singh, Harshad Khadiwale. Coach:Dav Whatmore.
Source: The Hindu
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
DLF IPL 2010 TV Programs Schedule – Sony Set Max Channel LIVE Timings in India
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Friday, March 5, 2010
International Women's Day | Women's special
To celebrate the spirit of womanhood, National Geographic Channel has launched a dedicated "Women's Hour" that airs every Saturday at 12 noon. The exclusive timeband features new lifestyle and leisure-based shows covering topics like travel, fashion and wellness, like "World's 20 Best" featuring the top 20 exotic destinations in various categories like hotels, islands, family destinations, adventure, romantic getaways and cities, and "Fashion Memoir" that goes behind the scenes to find the stories of the fashion industry's major players.
Source: The Hindu
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Thursday, March 4, 2010
Interesting TV Shows Lined up for you this week
Comedy Stars: Asianet, weekends, 21.00.
Comedy Stars
(Asianet, weekends, 21.00)
Participants go all out to make a mark in this talent hunt for wannabe comedians. Packed with innovative and interesting rounds, each episode tests the contestants' ability to raise a laugh.
They will be judged by a permanent jury consisting of Jagadish and Tini Tom. Comedians of the big and small screens will join the jury to assess the participants' skills. Tune in for laughs.
Dance Dance
Here is an opportunity for dancers to get their act together and win prizes. Asianet Plus is inviting applications for their new programme to select the best dance troupes in Kerala.
Professional dance troupes and college-based groups are eligible to participate in the contest if there are at least eight dancers in the group. Applications should be sent to: The producer, ‘Dance Dance,' Asianet Plus, Asianet Studio Complex, Puliyarakonam, Thiruvananthapuram. E-mail: dancedance@asianetworld.tv
Kumkumam:Kairali TV, weekdays, 13.30.
Kumkumam
(Kairali TV, weekdays, 13.30)
Meant for homemakers, the show has various segments devoted to women in different fields. ‘Penn peruma' showcases women achievers; ‘Nizhalayi, Nilavayi…' focusses on the women behind successful men; ‘Snehavarnangal' features women who have become legends in the fields of culture, literature and sports; ‘Padathile Pennu' examines the relevance of women characters in tinsel town; ‘Aksharangallele Aval' explores the memorable women in literature and mythology and ‘Sandhwana Sparsham' talks to women medical practitioners on women-related subjects. One of the segments is meant to improve spoken English.
The show produced by Panorama Television, goes on air on March 8.
Honeymoon Travels
(Surya TV, weekends, 20.30)
It's a travel game show for newly weds, which begins on March 6. The host is actor Lalu Alex and the winners of this show get to go on a vacation either in India or abroad.
New shows
Kiran TV has revamped its schedule with some exciting new shows and live programmes. Start off the day at 08.00 with ‘Breakfast Kiran' followed by ‘Kiran Wishes' at 09.00. ‘Love and Lost' is at 10.00 and ‘Kiran Classic' is at 11.00. At 13.00, listen to some of the choicest films songs in ‘Kiran Select.' At 14.00 is ‘Dance Dance.' Check out the latest news from Mollywood in ‘Film News' at 19.25 followed at 19.30 by the daily film. At 23.00 is the show ‘Meghasandesham.'
Source: The Hindu
Friday, February 26, 2010
The Hindu | Stars at gunpoint
Stars at gunpoint
| Tune in to NDTV-Hindu tonight for a new chat show featuring film celebrities |
Journalist and filmmaker Sudhish Kamath shoots questions at stars and movie celebrities at gunpoint, two at a time on “Hands Up”, starting today (February 26), 9.30 p.m. on NDTV-Hindu.
The series of irreverent chats kicks off with Ganesh Venkatraman and ace photographer G. Venket Ram in hand-cuffs.
The show has three segments — The Mocktale (an icebreaker mocking the guests), Flashback (because all films are incomplete without it) and Framed (a no-holds-barred grilling routine).
Sudhish will also make his unsuspecting guests perform unusual tasks and reward them with gift vouchers from hospitality partner, Influence.
Source: The Hindu
Thursday, February 25, 2010
TV Highlights – Regional Channels => The Week Ahead
Kerala's Favourite Film Song: ACV, Monday to Saturday, 19.30.
Kerala's Favourite Film Song
(ACV, Monday to Saturday, 19.30)
It is a quest to find out Kerala's most preferred Malayalam film song.
Each episode features four songs. In total, 200 songs by 60-plus music composers have been shortlisted for the show. From the 200 songs, the top 10 will be short listed by the jury and public.
The three-member jury consists of music buff Ravi Menon, film critic T.P. Sasthamangalam and television critic Usha S. Nair.
Then from the top 10, Kerala's favourite filmy number will be chosen through public voting via sms, online poll and print advertisement poll.
There will also be special episodes on the growth and evolution of Malayalam film songs. Repeat telecast is at 12.30 the following day.
Devi Mahatmyamon Asianet, weekdays, 20.00.
Devi Mahatmyam
(Asianet, weekdays, 20.00)
The devotional serial based on the various avatars of the Mother Goddess completes 400 episodes. Currently on air are the stories of Chottanikara Devi.
Amrita TV launches a competition to find the best mimicry artiste who can ape a famous personality. Any individual over the age of 18 with commendable miming skills can apply. The only yardstick for selection is that the contestant should be able to replicate the body language, dress, movements, expressions, gestures and mannerisms of the personality down to the tiniest detail.
Registrations can be made individually or as a group/ team. Preliminary screen tests will be conducted at Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Kozhikode. The final audition round will be in Thiruvananthapuram. Register through sms or post. The last date for registration is February 28.
For details, check out www.amritatv.com/super dupe.
Nabi Dinam specials
(Asianet, Friday, 05.45 onwards)
Nabi Dinam specials on the channel begin with ‘Bhagavatamritam' at 05.45. Listen to melodious Mappilapattu at 06.30. At 07.00, is a special ‘Suprabhatam.'
The superhit film ‘Godfather' starring Mukesh, Kanaka and Jagadish is at 09.00. Listen again to the cadences of Mappilapattu at 11.30 followed at 12 noon by the Mohanlal-Sreenivasan starrer ‘Udayananu Thaaram.' At 15.25 is the ‘Cookery Show.'
The premiere of the film ‘Paradesi' starring Mohanlal and Swetha Menon is at 15.30.
Malgudi Days
(Polimer TV, Sunday, 10.00)
The popular television series based on R.K. Narayan's work, has been dubbed into Tamil and telecast for the first time.
Set in Narayan's fictional town of Malgudi, the series has been directed by actor and director Shankar Nag. The music is scored by Carnatic musician L. Vaidyanathan while Narayan's brother and famed cartoonist R. K. Laxman has done the sketches.
En Style
(Polimer TV, Sunday, 11.30)
Here's a weekly show on Tamil actors and their style statements. Watch Namitha, Sandhya, Sana Khan, Sangeetha, Ragasiya and Aparna talk about fashion quotient.
Peter FM
(Makkal TV, Sunday, 14.00)
The Russian film narrates the tale of Masha, a cheerful girl, who works as an RJ with Peter FM radio station.
She is set to marry her solemn boyfriend Maxim. But suddenly, life takes an unexpected turn and the two have to make an important decision that could take them away from each other.
(Zee Tamil, Thursday, 21.00)
An iconic actor and a popular politician… that was MGR for you. This new series, which begins on March 4, takes viewers on a nostalgic journey into the life of the legend who rose from humble beginnings to great heights.
People from the film fraternity share their experience, and views on MGR. Also, clippings from his films will be shown. Veteran journalist Sudhangan anchors the show.
Anjarai Petti
(Zee Tamil, Monday-Friday, 13.30)
Recipes featured this week have been sourced from Srivilliputhur, Rajapalayam and Tenkasi districts in Tamil Nadu - bread dosai, godumarava bhath, orange pulav and grape halwa.
Source : The Hindu
Thursday, February 18, 2010
TV Highlights - Programs to Watch out For =>
Dharavi
(Victers Channel, Saturday, 20.30)
This week in the classic Indian section watch ‘Dharavi.' The film that won the National award for best feature film in Hindi in 1992, narrates the tale of Raj Karan, a taxi-driver who lives in Mumbai's Dharavi, one of world's largest slums. It follows his fortunes as he tries to breakout from the clutches of poverty, devising plans and investing all his money in dubious schemes, which eventually go bust. Directed and written by Sudhir Mishra, the film stars Shabana Azmi, Om Puri, Raghuvir Yadav and Madhuri Dixit. Repeat telecast is on Sunday at 09.30.
Quiz Time
(Victers Channel, Sunday, 07.00)
The popular quiz show completes its 150th episode. Since it began two years ago, two students – Asha Ajith and Devi Priya – of Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram have researched and presented this show. In each episode, the quizzer asks 10 questions. In between, they provide a minimum of 50 clues. The viewer can send the answers via e-mail or post within 10 days and the winner will get Rs. 250. R.V.G. Menon will be the guest for this episode. The repeat telecast is at 16.00.
Munch Star Singer Junior
(Asianet, weekends, 20.00)
Munch Star Singer Junior:Asianet,
The new season of the popular reality show to find the most talented young singer begins this Saturday (February 20). The new season was inaugurated by jury members – playback singers G. Venugopal and Sujatha, and K. Madhavan, managing director of Asianet in the presence of actor Bhavana, who heralded the occasion by strumming the thampuru. This edition will have 24 contestants from across Kerala vying for the top spot.
(Amrita TV, weekdays, 19.00)
After tough rounds of assessing their dance, choreography and improvisational skill the final four have been selected. Now Dilsha, Gayathri, Midh and Sreejith will compete against each other prior to the finale on March 7. This level consists of three rounds. In the ‘self-choreography' round, they are required to choreograph their own steps and are allowed to listen to the song just once before taking to the stage. In the ‘gender change' round the contestants dance in the style of the opposite gender. In the ‘medley round,' they have to dance to a mix of songs that may be drawn from any language and consisting of a minimum of three songs.
Source: The Hindu
Friday, February 12, 2010
This Week on Discovery
In 'Raging Planet - Earthquake,' on Discovery Channel, Sunday, 21:00, follow geophysicists around the world as they struggle to accurately predict earthquakes, particularly in highly built up areas such as California and Japan. There are about one million earthquakes each year, from small tremors to massive quakes.
'Gateway Asia,' to be aired on Discovery Channel, Thursday, 20:00, is a new series that showcases works of Asian filmmakers. Get to know Issues ranging from the dedication of a community of Shaolin monks who have been given the task of setting up a temple in Berlin to a film on the devastating sandstorms that hit Northern China each Spring.
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Thursday, February 11, 2010
TV Highlights: The Week Ahead
Munch star singer junior– Finale:Asianet, Sunday, 18.00.
Munch Star Singer Junior- Finale
( Asianet, Sunday, 18.00)
It's time for the finale of the popular reality show to find the most talented young singer. For the past one year the contestants have been battling it out through a series of tough rounds. Now the remaining five contestants – Vishnu K.G., Vishnu Krishnan, Athira, Sadhika and Swetha Ashok – are in for a showdown on Sunday as they vie for the top spots.
Valentine's Day specials
(Asianet, Sunday, 06.30 onwards)
The channel has an array of special programmes to celebrate Valentine's Day beginning with ‘Anantham Ajnatham' at 06.30. Various Indian classical arts that were performed during the Soorya festival will be telecast at 08.00. At 09.05, get information on new films in ‘Hit Bazaar.' At 09.30, watch the latest hit numbers in ‘Top 5.' A tête-à-tête with South Indian star Allu Arjun in ‘Tharavishesham' is at 10.00 and the film ‘Bus Conductor' will be screened at 10.30. In ‘100 years of Seematti,' among others, see a fashion show that was staged by the renowned shop. In ‘Kudumbavishesham' at 14.00, catch up with mimicry artiste Abi and family. Get all the behind-the-scenes news from Mollywood in ‘Cinema diary' at 14.30. ‘Vishwasichalum Ilangilum' is at 15.00. The premiere of the film ‘Ayudham' is at 15.30. From 18.00 onwards is the finale of ‘Star Singer Junior.'
Sherlock Holmes
(Makkal TV, Sunday, 2 p.m.)
As part of Ulaga Thiraipada Varisai, watch this 1980 Soviet adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's classic. The fifth in ‘The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson' series, the film is directed by Igor Maslennikov. Vasily Livanov stars as Holmes and Vitaly Solomin plays Watson.
Malarbhoomi:Makkal TV, weekdays, 18.30.
Malarbhoomi- Thenanthoppu Devathai
(Makkal TV, weekdays, 18.30)
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao), a native plant of South America, was brought to India in the early part of the 20th century. As an intercrop in coconut and areca nut groves, cocoa has several advantages.
Its enormous foliage is used as humus, and it enriches the soil, smothers weed growth, conserves moisture, and enhances the yield of the main crop in a way. Above all, farmers are able to make thrice the money compared to coconut or areca nut because of the prevailing market rate and assured minimum support price.
This agriculture special programme is produced in association with Cadbury India Ltd.
Crime File
(Zee Tamizh, Sunday, 20.30)
This week, the spotlight falls on people who horde black money. Watch how the police investigates such crimes.
Home Minister
(Zee Tamizh, Sunday, 19.00)
An all-new entertaining game show especially for women has the anchor visiting an apartment complex and interacting with four select families.
They have to complete simple tasks to win a cash prize.
Furthermore, the lady of the family that makes it to the finals has to play a game and if she wins, she is declared ‘Home Minister of the week.' And gets a silk sari as a gift.
Natchathirangalin Aalayamum Oviyamum
(Zee Tamil, Sunday, 09.00)
Actor Senthil and his family share their thoughts on life and details about their family deity.
Pattiyal – Valentine's Day special
(Zee Tamizh, Sunday, 11.30)
Love is in the air! Anchor Yoyo dressed as Cupid talks about the new releases – ‘My Name is Khan,' ‘Theerada Villayatu Pillai,' ‘Asal' and ‘Couples Retreat.' Yoyo also discusses evergreen romantic pairs, both on-screen and off-screen.
Kollywood Countdown
(Zee Tamizh, Sunday, 09.30)
Flowers, chocolates or diamonds… which of these are the ideal gifts for your girlfriend? Gets tips from anchor Aishwarya in this Valentine's Day special episode. Of course, you get to watch the top 10 songs for the week based on an SMS poll.
Sources : The Hindu
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
TVinfo India | Indian TV Guide | Program Schedules | TV Listings - India
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