Prem meets his brother Rajesh’s sisterinlaw Nisha amid Rajesh’s wedding ceremonies and the love between the two grows immensely with the passing time But due to the series of unfortunate events Pooja Nisha’s sister and Rajesh’s wife dies after giving birth to a baby and now it was expected of Nisha to marry Rajesh and help him raising the kid
Harsh a smalltown young boy becomes a victim to something he was completely unaware of Meanwhile everyone seemed to be enchanting the name of a mysterious character Ram Lal and no one knew even a bit about what was up with Chuttan Shukla the narrator and a convict who claims to be innocent
Bhola is in love with Bindu a girl living in the neighbourhood But he lacks the money and charm to win her over Later on Bhola with the help of his friend Guru makes a plan in an attempt to make Bindu fall in love with Bhola Initially it seemed like everything is working the way it should But everything falls apart when Bindu learns the truth
One car accident and Armin Salem becomes a victim to memory loss All he can remember now is his name and that he is from Paris With the passing time he starts getting visions of Rhea Wagner’s murder and starts thinking about maybe he has committed a heinous crime He was all engrossed into trying to regain his memory when he meets Kavya who helps him put his life together bit by bit
This is a film about the leader of the 1857 mutiny and his fight against the British rule
The intrigue of the Shakespearean tragedy Macbeth is transposed to the Mumbai underworldMaqbool an underworld dons henchman falls in love with his bosss mistress Nimmi who instigates him to kill the don and become the next leader
Ramkishen and Mamta have 3 sons Vivek Vinod and Prem But Mamta always despised Vivek because he was the son of Ramkishen’s first wife who passed away while he was just a kid The hatred Mamta had for Vivek grew so much with time that she planned and succeeded in discarding Vivek his wife Sangeeta and their child off their own home This one deed of Mamta costs her own sons going against her
Disowned by his parents at a young age a man ends up in a small village controlled by underworld dons and some very powerful politicians Lazy alcoholic and unemployed he gets influenced by a journalist with a positive mission
B V Pradhan is a retired school headmaster who lives in Bombay with his wife as their son works in New York Soon they get the news of their son’s death and with that they become less hopeful in life as their son was the only bread earner of the family To make ends meet for both of them they lend one of their rooms on hire to a young struggling actress Sujata who is in love with a local politician’s son
Suman’s father leaves her with the family of his childhood friend as he had to travel abroad for work This was the time when she met Prem and the two eventually fell in love with each other But it didn’t take time for their family differences to become a roadblock between their love story
Om is a nearlybankrupt American of Indian origin who visits India so that he could sell his ancestral property and clear his debt with the money he gets in return But he is unable to complete what he had to do as a group of desperate gangsters kidnap him thinking he is still a millionaire
Identical twins Seeta and Geeta are separated at birth One is tortured by her abusive aunt while the other grows up as a street performer However their lives change forever when they swap places
In a land where the Emperor reigned supreme only the selected few would have the power to influence his decisions Prince Salim was first in line to inherit his father Akbars throne Already married to his first wife Man Bai Salim was on his way to strengthening the Mughal relations with Rajputana with his second marriage to Jagat GosiniBut amidst the lavish palaces and plush lives of the Mughal royalty a war was being fought from within While the kings charted the political climate for the country the queens ruled that throne at home Mehrunissa bright and charismatic always dreamt of becoming queen and when the invitation came from the pasha begum herself Mehrunissa joined her team of ladies in waiting Hereon begins the love story of Salim and Mehrunissa from their first meeting until their coronations as Jehangir and NurJahan The series interweaves various plot lines from the lives of many historical characters including Akbar Ruqaiyya Begum Abul Fazal and many othersBased on the popular book The Twentieth Wife by author Indu Sundaresan Siyaasat is a story of politics interpersonal conflicts sabotage grandeur power and above all else the love between Salim and Mehrunissa who was Salims twentieth and final wife
Renowned mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik takes viewers on a voyage of Hindu mythology as he hosts Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik The show highlights characters stories events and symbols from the religion deciphering their true meaning Each episode covers one phenomenon from the great texts From the concept of the Holy Triad Brahma Vishnu and Shiva to the different avatars of the Goddess Durga each episode is engaging and addictive making mythology relevant even today
The characters of Tagores stories spring into life through the cinematic imagination of acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Basu in Stories By Rabindranath TagoreTagores words and Basus vision have amalgamated into a show that transports you back in time to a world as complicated as this one but with far more appeal and beauty
The Great War is over Kurukshetra lies barren sans its great warriors and king sans justice The vicious battle saw the end of the unforgettable ‘heroes’ and ‘villains’ of the Mahabharata The thin line between just and unjust fair and unfair deceit and loyalty betrayal and duty has never been questioned The answers to these unasked questions lie buried in the ruins of history Dharmakshetra resurfaces these buried questions and allows the legendary characters of this tale an opportunity to tell their side of the story for the very first timeIn a postapocalyptic trial held in Maharaj Chitragupta’s court the seeming villains ‘Kauravas’ are allowed to accuse the so called heroes ‘Pandavas’ and vice versa in an attempt to justify their actions Upon hearing all the arguments made by the prosecution and the defense Chitragupta delivers his final verdict As with the original Mahabharata Dharmakshetra has many intriguing facets for us On a primary level Dharamkshetra attempts to ask some key questions about the nature of humanity while at the same time it puts together the forgotten pieces of the story we thought we knew
After the resounding success of the first two seasons EPIC Channel presents a revamped avatar of its Raja Rasoi series EPIC Channels Raja Rasoi series titled Raja Rasoi Aur Andaaz Anokha stands true to its name While the lore and love of Indian food remains just as passionate the new season presents a discovery oriented show format that transforms tabletop cooking into an exciting food labFeaturing renowned chef Ranveer Brar the show will take you to his retreat an oldworld bungalow basking in the laidback vibe of Goa and then along on a ride nostalgia and rediscovery both personal and culinary Ranveers passion for culinary art makes him a perfect fit as the host for the latest season of the food series He has dedicated this experimental streak and passion for food to his mentor Munir Ahmed a quaint ordinary yet passionate food enthusiast from the gullies of Lucknow who greatly influenced Brar while growing up in his hometown
India is known for its remarkable architecture and serene landscapes Its rich history is steeped in mystery its vastness lends itself to several stories and urban legendsEkaant takes you through the abandoned roads and alleys of some of Indias historic locations Travelling through the spread out palaces and deserted forts the show documents and investigates the eerie processes of abandonment of each siteHow flourishing towns and cities came to be in ruins is the question each episode seeks to answer Ekaant explores the ceasing of life and the triumph of nature even in the most populated of places and takes you on the road no longer travelled
They say that variety is the spice of life Well Indian cuisine is abundant with both spice and variety But how did the Indian palate come to be this colourful The answer lies in the royal kitchens of IndiaIndian Royalty are the custodians of the ancient culinary traditions Raja Rasoi aur Anya Kahaniyaan takes us through the history of food prepared in the royal kitchens of India whose blending of foreign imports rare fowls elaborate preparation methods and local herbs created some of the best and most flavourful food in the countryWe get to experience the tales of extravagance and eccentricity of desperation and innovation and of happy accidents The royal love for creativity and uniqueness have led to a rich culinary tradition that makes Indian cuisine one of the most exciting ones in the world
What happens when the God of Death marries a mortal from EarthALL NARK BREAKS LOOSEYamraj may be feared by all on Earth as the God of Death but in the celestine world Yamraj has to deal with the same mundane issues as the Aam Aadmi This sitcom takes a tongueincheek approach to the life of Yamraj as he tries often unsuccessfully to overcome various hurdles in his daily lifeYamraj has fallen in love with a human Jigna and has married her In the process he has acquired an obnoxious teenaged brotherinlaw Himesh Jigna and Himesh find out that life in Yamlok isnt so different from life back on earth and that Yam despite being a god is just doing his job the best he can while he struggles to make ends meetConstantly trying to juggle work and family life Yam has a lot on his plate A nagging wife a troublesome brotherinlaw a disgruntled assistant jealous neighbors grumpy inlaws an overbearing boss and many other ordinary problems make up the daily life of this extraordinary family In addition Yams boss Aakashvani isnt the benign and forgiving maker youd imagine Hes thoroughly corporate pennypinching and hardasnailsA misfit a God a husband and a breadwinner this man is the Aam Aadmi with a fancy job title He tries his best to give his family what they need but manages to make a mess of everything in the bargain Loveable and goofy this God of Death is anything but grim Join our hardworking but henpecked Yamraj his beloved bhains and his motley family and friends in a sliceoflife sitcom to find out how the cookie really crumbles
Lost Recipes is about the rediscovery of dishes dropped from the pages of history and reliving the longlost traditions and perhaps reviving them Chef Aditya Bal heads off to different regions in India from Uttarandhra to Kutch on a quest to unearth these oncepopular culinary rituals and recipes Because all these recipes are no longer found in cookbooks Aditya must turn back the clock and wade through memories and folklore to find the original Lost Recipes
Our ancient stories and myths are rife with tales of battles between the good and evil wherein good always defeats evil However evil is never truly destroyed It only bides its time in the shadows awaiting an opportunity to strike and make its presence known to humanityThe world as we know it is an imagined reality with the ancient evil still present using human forms to carry out its diabolical plans Planning a Mahayagya the descendants of this ancient evil the Daanavs are reviving Maya the mother of all Asuras Their foul plans are underway the destruction of humanity their sole purpose All that stands between them and the destruction of our world is a clandestine team keeping evil at bayDaanav Hunters chronicles the adventures of Professor Bhagawat and his team whove made it their mission to keep and restore peace whenever these Daanavs surface With a team of four Professor Bhagawats team consists of Major Arkin an exarmy officer and the teams standin leader Professor Gordon the mad and lovable junkyard scientist Shoondi an Aghori outcast who is the living encyclopedia on all things supernatural and Vanya professor Bhagawats daughter who becomes the latest addition to the team Together they make up the Daanav Hunters and the last hope for humanity
In a land steeped in mysticism spirituality and religion the imagination of the followers has much room to flourish Stories abound – some based on truth and some only on fractions of the truth Nevertheless these stories have enchanted their listeners for eonsKahi Suni packs away our skepticism and takes us on a ride through the legendary tales of India Each destination covered in the episodes has been the birthplace of a legend and each legend has given rise to the recognition of that location Following our host from north to south and east to west we journey through the land of myths of legends uncovering the origins of evIery story
Sakshi Tanwar is on a mission to celebrate Indias festivals Join her as she celebrates each festival by sharing her long cherished heirloom recipes of various bhogs prasads identified with the Gods Peppered with folklores legends and Sakshis personal anecdotes Tyohaar Ki Thaali is a show that offers a delectable mix of stories and recipes that will inspire you to cook more
Fifteenyearold tomboy Riya has an unpleasant experience on her latest trip home from boarding school when cousin tries to feel her up It makes her confused and she wants to explore further Will she be able to resolve this internal conflict and come to terms with her feminine side
Naina a young girl shares a special bond with her bedridden grandfather They seem to have created a separate world for themselves where they find peace with each other’s company only Though one day her uncle’s indecent behavior towards her starts to grow which causes turmoil within her At a young age she tries to grasp the situation but is unable to deal with it In this lonesome path she struggles to confront her fears and cope with her ailing grandfathers’ condition trying to balance between the two
Suzanne imagines herself as an innocent princess trapped in the clutches of an evil stepmother She feels imprisoned and misunderstood and makes friends with a ‘Prince Charming’ online Suzanne meets her dashing prince in real life only to find herself in the middle of a nightmare Now she understands what imprisonment truly is and comes out accepting and understanding her stepmother’s love for her
An armed security guard Asif accidentally kills his fellow guard Ashok one night at their workspace Ashok was trying to rob the same place they were defending 10 years pass by but Asif still regrets his actions and has become alienated from most of the people around him The only human interaction he has is with the chai boy Tipu The ideas of the past still haunt him until one night at the workspace the same situation that had happened 10 years ago repeats itself but this time with Asif at the other end
The story depicts purity of friendship between two 10year old kids Faiz and Gautam How they manage to cancel Faiz’s family Dubai trip in order to play a society cricket final match is exemplary to the fact that friendship is beyond age caste and religion
Raghu and Radhika are lovers who struggle to find some privacy in their romantic life As love faces the trials of an overcrowded city and moral policing will Radhika and Raghu succumb to the pressure
After failing another audition Sonny comes across a video store and decides to buy himself a camcorder so that he can make audition tapes at home but he can’t afford it yet So when his uncle Ravi Dada offers him some work on a film set he takes up the offer As he keeps working tirelessly on set Sonny slowly realises that Ravi Dada is exploiting him and isn’t going to keep his promise of getting him an acting role Sonny tries to take matters into his own hands but with tragic consequences
Mukit has just been left by his girlfriend and denied the payment for his work Even in the company of his friends he seems to be alone Life has come to a stop Will Mukit let go of it all
A story of an ordinary introverted Postmansunderlal who has a monotonous life and faces boredom in his everyday routine until there’s an accidental encounter between him and a sweet and aspiring young lady who happens to visit the Post Office searching for the “LETTER” Then the letter becomes the medium for him to get close to her
This is the story of Ravi engulfed in a psychological loop where he goes through changes in his character from an innocent one to bad
The story of a city getting desolate inhabited many times over a period of around 1000 years the rulers who ruled it over the time
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a string of over 500 islands in the Bay of Bengal that shimmer like pearls from a broken necklace scattered across the ocean Located off the east coast of mainland India these islands are a treasure trove of surprises From a solitary confinement jail to impossibly colourful coral reefs teeming with fish of every shape size colour and pattern you can imagine these islands have it all and more Whether you love swimming in the ocean going on a trek to see endemic animals or simply getting away from crowded cities and towns to relax these islands can cater to your every need and want Join Tom Alter as he travels through these breathtakingly beautiful islands in ‘Andamans – Jewels of the Sea
In this world where most of us have a list of possessions we wish to have in our lives here is a group of people who quest for nothing materialistic but eternity – the Yogis Yogis and Pandits have been living in our country since eons Get a glimpse of every aspect of a Yogi’s life from attire to the ideology theyve embraced through the ages in this special feature
After the sudden demise of Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1964 Pakistan plotted against India aiming at taking control of the disputed territory of Jammu Kashmir This led to the IndiaPakistan war in 1965 In this documentary Major General GD Bakshi takes us to Asal Uttar Punjab – the battleground of one of the worlds fiercest tank battles and the key turning point that turned the tide of war in Indias favour He recounts the incidents leading to the war while analyzing Pakistans Operation Gibraltar which was designed to infiltrate their forces into Jammu and Kashmir and Indias military response to counter which ended after a United Nations mandated cease fire
The 1971 war with Pakistan was a quasi total war fought on both the eastern and western fronts across many battle theatres that led to decisive results It broke Pakistan in two and helped the new state of Bangladesh to emerge on the global stage It entailed a march on the capital of Dacca Dhaka enforced regime change and the mass surrender of approximately 93000 prisoners of war The Indian political leadership displayed a singleminded and coldblooded pursuit of national interests The leadership of all three Service chiefs was inspiring and highly professional This film puts spotlight on the charismatic leaders who won the war for us and records the bravery sacrifice of our brave young officers and jawans
This film documents the spirit of Varanasi in all its glory It elucidates more about the mythological significance of the city its place in the pages of history its cultural heritage and the lifestyle of the locals living there It also explains the value the city holds in the eyes and hearts of the tourists thronging the city
Twentynine kilometers from Ajmer surrounded by the Aravalli hills in the heart of the Thar Desert is a lake city called Pushkar To the Hindus of the world it is second in holiness only to Mansarovar During the full moon in the month of Kartik the town and the nearby dunes become an enormous fairground Thousands of villagers bring cattle camels and horses to trade Folk artists musicians Ferris wheels and merrygorounds appear like a mirage in the desert only to vanish with the decapitation of Brahmas fifth head
The threeweeklong Nanda Devi Raj Jat is a pilgrimage and festival of Uttarakhand in India People from the entire GarhwalKumaon Division as well as other parts of India and the world participate in Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra The goddess Nanda Devi is worshipped at dozens of places in Kumaon and Garhwal but the region around Mt Nanda Devi and its sanctuary which falls in the Pithorgarh Almora and Chamoli District is the prime area related to Nanda Devi The Jat meaning Yatra or pilgrimage starts from Nauti village near Karnprayag and goes up to the heights of Roopkund and Homekund with a four horned sheep After the havan yagna is over the sheep is freed with decorated ornaments food and clothing and the other offerings are discarded The legend is this that Nanda Devi consort of Lord Shiva left her village and went to the Nanda Devi parbat Therefore when the yatra starts heavy rain occurs as if the devi is crying This yatra covers many villages interesting legends and aweinspiring locales The journey is difficult because of the difficult terrain it goes through it goes high upto 16000 feet above sea level Besides many interesting places one passes by a Lake known as Roopkund which is surrounded by hundreds of ancient skeletons and there are interesting legends behind this skeletal lake Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra 2014 started from 18 August 2014 and went up to 6 September 2014 40000 people covered distance of approximately 290 km The 230 km distance was covered by foot or by trekking route and the rest 60 km was covered by the bus transport Nanda Devi Raj Jat is organised once in 12 years Nanda Devi Raj Jat 2014 has special importance because that is the 1st ever Raj Jat of Uttarakhand State which was part of Uttar Pradesh State in earlier Raj Jat
Major General G D Bakshi narrates the story of the Battle at Rezang La in the Chushul district of Ladakh during the 1962 IndoChina War He talks about how PM Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru had been warned by the military and by Vallabhbhai Patel but he refused to believe that China would get aggressive and stopped the modernization of the military to concentrate on other development in the country When the Dalai Lama fled Tibet and took refuge in India it angered China and the Army Chief General K S Thimmayya was concerned how they would retaliate but his concerns were not heeded The army prepared itself for an attack nonetheless and with just 123 soldiers Major Shaitan Singh of 13 Kumaon gallantly fought wave after wave of Chinese soldiers losing his life along with over 100 of his comrades before the Chinese declared a ceasefire Watch the story of this historic battle in Sentinels of the Snow with G D Bakshi
Most of us live by the rules family society and the world dictates But there are some who dare to tread a different path to follow their dreams even if it means going against sound advice or popular choices These rare people dare to think big and do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality ‘Life Zara Hatke’ is the story of two such young people Ankur and Danish who have not only dared to dream but have already embarked on the quest of realizing their dreams Ankur has just begun her journey as a standup comedian and Danish has his mind set on becoming a professional wildlife photographer They have made it their life’s mission to follow their passion no matter the sacrifices or challenges Join RJ Anmol as he introduces us to these inspiring youngsters and partake in their amazing journey
Over 1000 people were martyred to British bullets as they celebrated Baisakhi in Amritsar on 13 April 1919 Watch our retelling of this heartwrenching incident on Jallianwala Bagh Punjab Da Dil’ a salute to all these brave freedom fighters who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation
An unforgettable saga of raw grit and courage this is the story of how one man The Chief of Army staff of the Jammu Kashmir State Forces Brig Rajinder Singh MVC changed the course of history With an intrepid band of just 150 soldiers he saved the valley of Kashmir in 1947 when treachery opened the gates from Uri to Srinagar Ruler of Jammu Kashmir Maharaja Hari Singh called upon Brig Rajinder Singh to do the impossible – hold the raiders off till Indian Forces could fly in Brig Rajinder Singh collected all available men and went forward himself How long did he hold off enemy forces How did he manage to save Kashmir in the nick of time Find out in this EPIC feature
India is known for its remarkable architecture and serene landscapes Its rich history is steeped in mystery its vastness lends itself to several stories and urban legendsEkaant takes you through the abandoned roads and alleys of some of Indias historic locations Travelling through the spread out palaces and deserted forts the show documents and investigates the eerie processes of abandonment of each siteHow flourishing towns and cities came to be in ruins is the question each episode seeks to answer Ekaant explores the ceasing of life and the triumph of nature even in the most populated of places and takes you on the road no longer travelled
Lost Recipes is about the rediscovery of dishes dropped from the pages of history and reliving the longlost traditions and perhaps reviving them Chef Aditya Bal heads off to different regions in India from Uttarandhra to Kutch on a quest to unearth these oncepopular culinary rituals and recipes Because all these recipes are no longer found in cookbooks Aditya must turn back the clock and wade through memories and folklore to find the original Lost Recipes
In a land steeped in mysticism spirituality and religion the imagination of the followers has much room to flourish Stories abound – some based on truth and some only on fractions of the truth Nevertheless these stories have enchanted their listeners for eonsKahi Suni packs away our skepticism and takes us on a ride through the legendary tales of India Each destination covered in the episodes has been the birthplace of a legend and each legend has given rise to the recognition of that location Following our host from north to south and east to west we journey through the land of myths of legends uncovering the origins of evIery story
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a string of over 500 islands in the Bay of Bengal that shimmer like pearls from a broken necklace scattered across the ocean Located off the east coast of mainland India these islands are a treasure trove of surprises From a solitary confinement jail to impossibly colourful coral reefs teeming with fish of every shape size colour and pattern you can imagine these islands have it all and more Whether you love swimming in the ocean going on a trek to see endemic animals or simply getting away from crowded cities and towns to relax these islands can cater to your every need and want Join Tom Alter as he travels through these breathtakingly beautiful islands in ‘Andamans – Jewels of the Sea
Rich with many shrines and temples both ancient and new India is a living spiritual entity These holy sites literally stand for our culture beliefs and scriptures Parikrama takes you to several of these places of worship narrating the story behind its origin and its significance As you travel through these sacred sites with us you also embark on your own spiritual journey
Shelter one of mankinds most basic physiological needs At least thats what it started out as at the beginning of timeFrom dwelling in caves to carving out temples in mountains mankind has redefined shelter with every passing era Though the underlying philosophy of any monument is to serve some sort of function great architecture is fuelled by imagination Indias architecture is built on that very imagination and is a fascinating fusion of both art and science From strategically placed astronomy towers to impressive and aweinspiring tombs Indian architecture has pushed the limits of engineering and designSanrachna explores these architectural wonders and how the makers of these marvels made them without the aid of modern mechanics and machinery With an immensely astute sense of engineering the architects were able to construct fortresses that have stood the test of time unshaken by its changes Join our host Vaibhavi as she travels through the country discovering the fascinating stories behind Indias outstanding monuments and its architecture Sanrachna will leave you in awe of the past and its ability to do what we cant even with our modern tools and fancy tricks
Two friends Ric Gazarian and Keith King had heard a great deal about the Mumbai Xpress challenge one of the top ten adventures in the world as listed by Lonely Planet When they decided to join it though little did they realize that it would turn out to be a journey they would never forget The challenge takes them on a 2000kilometer journey in an autorickshaw or tuk tuk as it is popularly known They crisscross hills valleys beaches chaotic traffic and many incredible surprises during this test of their nerves and resolveJoin Ric and Keith on a colourful journey of a lifetime in Hit the Road India
This film documents the spirit of Varanasi in all its glory It elucidates more about the mythological significance of the city its place in the pages of history its cultural heritage and the lifestyle of the locals living there It also explains the value the city holds in the eyes and hearts of the tourists thronging the city
Its not a thin line but a thick fence that keeps mainstream sports apart from adventure sports Mainstream sports have players but adventure sports have Misfits – people who are aware of the dangers they have taken upon themselves by making these sports an integral part of their lives These games have found refuge in the Himalayan terrain In this documentary we have some inspiring Himalayan Misfits sharing their onfield experiences straight from the higher altitudes
Journeys in India is a groundbreaking series that brings alive the history culture architecture and wildlife of one of the most mysterious and exciting areas on earth From tigers to lions to elephants to magnificent forts and palaces host Bill Ball presents some outstanding images and stories to remember for a long long time
Indipedia is an anchor driven episodic series that will showcases the CUSTOMS OF INDIA that are so obvious but not so researchedThe word CUSTOM in this case refers to an umbrella term for rituals superstitions symbols inventions livelihoods arts crafts culture and more Indipedia would unearth simple and logical meanings behind everyday practices across India through the eyes of a young firangi It will explain the science mythology and history behind the traditions and values It will highlight all the unique features their origin and existence that make India what it is todayThe show will consist of half an hour fast paced episodes showcasing things that make India studying each aspect carefully and meeting experts to fathom its significance
Jonathan Legg the globetrotter is back To Jonathan travelling is quintessentially a quest for unusual exotic adventures and often the bizarre side of a destination Join him as he travels through India in search of exotic and unique experiences moments not found in the mainstream and rutted path of millions but on the Road Less Travelled
Safarnama is more than just a mere journey one wants to complete just to check out that one task from the ‘ToDo List” It is something just one of its kind In Safarnama we are up for a soulfulfilling journey with Ankit Siwach that is to begin in Mumbai and cease at Ladakh This journey is to witness numerous unseen moments and unfelt experiences via a thrilling adventurous route It isn’t just about navigating roads using GPS but more of digging deeper into the beauty of India to understand life better
After exploring the forgotten histories of India end to end Ekaant puts a foot forward and goes Sarhad Paar Ekaant Sarhad Paar takes us back into a time when India was more than just a political entity It was an idea spread far and wide History buff and Anchor Akul Tripathi packs his bags and heads to glittering Sri Lanka for an Ekaant divided by political boundaries but united still by that idea of India to explore a tale every Indian child has grown up listening to In this special episode Akul explores the Ekaant of Sigiriya a magnificent rock the ruins of a rockpalace which myths and folklore eulogise as Ravanas palace The same palace in whose gardens he had imprisoned Sita Following the Ramayan trail into the heartland of Sri Lanka Much has changed in the cultural links between India and Sri Lanka since the time of the Ramayana yet there is more than just a hint of the ancient Jambudweep and Ratnadweep that still lingers in the Ekaant
After the resounding success of the first two seasons EPIC Channel presents a revamped avatar of its Raja Rasoi series EPIC Channels Raja Rasoi series titled Raja Rasoi Aur Andaaz Anokha stands true to its name While the lore and love of Indian food remains just as passionate the new season presents a discovery oriented show format that transforms tabletop cooking into an exciting food labFeaturing renowned chef Ranveer Brar the show will take you to his retreat an oldworld bungalow basking in the laidback vibe of Goa and then along on a ride nostalgia and rediscovery both personal and culinary Ranveers passion for culinary art makes him a perfect fit as the host for the latest season of the food series He has dedicated this experimental streak and passion for food to his mentor Munir Ahmed a quaint ordinary yet passionate food enthusiast from the gullies of Lucknow who greatly influenced Brar while growing up in his hometown
They say that variety is the spice of life Well Indian cuisine is abundant with both spice and variety But how did the Indian palate come to be this colourful The answer lies in the royal kitchens of IndiaIndian Royalty are the custodians of the ancient culinary traditions Raja Rasoi aur Anya Kahaniyaan takes us through the history of food prepared in the royal kitchens of India whose blending of foreign imports rare fowls elaborate preparation methods and local herbs created some of the best and most flavourful food in the countryWe get to experience the tales of extravagance and eccentricity of desperation and innovation and of happy accidents The royal love for creativity and uniqueness have led to a rich culinary tradition that makes Indian cuisine one of the most exciting ones in the world
Lost Recipes is about the rediscovery of dishes dropped from the pages of history and reliving the longlost traditions and perhaps reviving them Chef Aditya Bal heads off to different regions in India from Uttarandhra to Kutch on a quest to unearth these oncepopular culinary rituals and recipes Because all these recipes are no longer found in cookbooks Aditya must turn back the clock and wade through memories and folklore to find the original Lost Recipes
Sakshi Tanwar is on a mission to celebrate Indias festivals Join her as she celebrates each festival by sharing her long cherished heirloom recipes of various bhogs prasads identified with the Gods Peppered with folklores legends and Sakshis personal anecdotes Tyohaar Ki Thaali is a show that offers a delectable mix of stories and recipes that will inspire you to cook more
We love our food in India from Idlis to Jalebis Patrani Macchi to Rasgulla but have you ever wondered how these recipes came to beCome join us on a delicious journey tracing the recipes and their ingredients across the years
Sakshi Tanavar prepares recipes that have significant meaning behind them as all of them are made for festivals celebrated in India Watch as she prepares the recipe and shared her story behind each one of them in a very festive way
They say that variety is the spice of life Well Indian cuisine is abundant with both spice and variety But how did the Indian palate come to be this colourful The answer lies in the royal kitchens of IndiaIndian Royalty are the custodians of the ancient culinary traditions Raja Rasoi aur Anya Kahaniyaan takes us through the history of food prepared in the royal kitchens of India whose blending of foreign imports rare fowls elaborate preparation methods and local herbs created some of the best and most flavourful food in the countryWe get to experience the tales of extravagance and eccentricity of desperation and innovation and of happy accidents The royal love for creativity and uniqueness have led to a rich culinary tradition that makes Indian cuisine one of the most exciting ones in the world
The authority of a man who runs a parallel government in Mumbai is challenged His son rises to face his enemies
This is a film about the leader of the 1857 mutiny and his fight against the British rule
Disowned by his parents at a young age a man ends up in a small village controlled by underworld dons and some very powerful politicians Lazy alcoholic and unemployed he gets influenced by a journalist with a positive mission
A dockworker overthrows the tyranny of a cruel gangster but has to run away to make a new life for himself and his brothers Fifteen years later his past catches up with him as his old enemy resurfaces
A man accepts a challenge by the chief minister of Maharashtra to run the state for one day and makes such a success of it that soon he is embroiled in political intrigue
Two brothers go after the international mafia kingpin who murdered their cop brother They are later joined by another man who wants revenge against the gangster
A widowed mother works tirelessly to bring up her two boys Her brother offers to take one of her troublesome sons to Kolkata with him Life takes an unexpected turn and repentance is the only gain
A story about the Indian cast system and the interference in true love A hidden background revenge and suffering all come together in this heart wrenching story
Yagyanath Kundu is a miser but fond of his grandson Post the death of his daughter in law his son leaves home and Yagyanath slowly loses his mind causing him to do unforgivable deeds
A story of trusting wives forgiveness guilt business success and failures all doing a 360 degree turn and returning to what is called karma A wife sacrifices her wealth for her husbands profession but slowly her health deteriorates Her husband starts romancing his sisterinlaw only to uncover an unexpected turn of events
A story of trusting wives forgiveness guilt business success and failures all doing a 360 degree turn and returning to what is called karma A wife sacrifices her wealth for her husbands profession but slowly her health deteriorates Her husband starts romancing his sisterinlaw only to uncover an unexpected turn of events
A young woman finds herself trapped in a world filled with backward thinking and conservative views She tries to defeat the system by helping her downtrodden sisterinlaw but realizes that society is unforgiving to women of her era She escapes her turmoil and tries to put her thoughts to paper and send a message to her husband
When money and love collide which will survive the battle This is a story of a young man who is afraid of his dominating uncle and lets his uncle take control of his life When he comes face to face with beauty and love does he follow his heart or let his uncle walk over him Will passion prove stronger than power Will love conquer all or is it too late
Seeing is believing Meet Aroop a practical sports quota student who never believed in superstitions spirits or ghosts He mocked haunted stories and knew only reality until he enters room number 21 at the Majesty Lodge A skeleton in a closet opens the door to an unnatural world and a mesmerizing story unfolds before his eyes
You may be born into a religion but the values you learn may lead you onto a different path An orphan bengali Hindu Brahmin girl Kamala finds herself being wedded to an older man but mayhem breaks out on her wedding day A muslim philanthropist rescues this young girl and Kamala soons finds her path to self discovery
A typical tale of love confusions mixed up identities intertwined with sweet poetry A group of poet friends fall in love with their neighbours on different occasions and the story takes on hits and jabs as destiny only pulls the couples together
A typical tale of love confusions mixed up identities intertwined with sweet poetry A group of poet friends fall in love with their neighbours on different occasions and the story takes on hits and jabs as destiny only pulls the couples together
When greed collides with love and lust what could the outcome be A local villager narrates a story about a young couple to a stranger The tale is about the wifes love for gold ornaments and the husbands big heart to shower her with these treasures but when business is bad the wife turns against the husband refusing to bail him out with her collection An unfortunate twist robs the wife of her precious jewels and death seems to be the only answer But who is this stranger in the village and why is he staying at this couples house
Revenge can consume us in ways that are unpardonable but does love really conquer all This is a story about a young princess who wishes to avenge her fathers death by marrying and assassinating the familys enemy Along the way she falls in love with a socalled tribal boy and the story unfolds with an unpredictable ending
The first episode of the new season of Devlok with Devdutt Pattnaik explores the ancient Indian tradition of Yoga Devdutt elaborates on its types the concept of tantra mantra and yantra while demonstrating how deep rooted yoga and its philosophies are in the Indian ethos
Fathers play a pivotal role in Hindu mythology and have a deep significance transcending family values Devdutt Pattanaik introduces Vedic Gods as fathers and explains the sophisticated concept of fatherhood according to Puranas Brahma who is credited as the Creator is also known as the Father and the Grandfather of all living beings Devdutt also elaborates on the importance of bearing children and the stature of a son and a daughter in ones family
Our ancient texts abound with stories of kings and kingship some courageous some cowardly some just and some unjust This episode of Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik shines the spotlight on Ram Rajya and why it is deemed most successful He also elaborates the stark difference between Ram and Ravana as rulers and their ideologies on how Ravana only ambitioned to be the King while Ram desired the onus of a King Know about Lord Krishna as a guardian and the symbols of kingship including lion throne gold royal footwear stool chhatri and chakra
There is more about the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Khajuraho Temples than meets the eye In this episode of Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik Season 3 the mythologist speaks of a culture and its scriptures that celebrate love and their association with Indian temples in general and Khajuraho in particular He elaborates on the temples architecture and the relevance of sexual desires that have emerged from chronicles epics and lore
The names RadhaKrishna are always spoken in the same breath yet their relationship is unlike any other mentioned in Hindu mythology While we are enchanted by their immortal love story most might not completely understand the essence of their divine love Several questions still arise about their relationship How did Lord Krishna and the mortal Radha get together Why didnt they get married Why is Radha a prominent link for Lord Krishnas devotion In the fifth episode of Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik Season 3 the adept mythologist shares a point of view on these questions and elaborates on the various beliefs schools of thought and evidences from the Hindu Puranas
Have you ever wondered how and why popular Indian cities like Mumbai and Calcutta got their names Yes the names have an ancestral history linked to them which has dwindled over the centuries and almost been forgotten In the sixth episode of Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik Season 3 the mythologist rekindles the relevance of Grama Devis the goddess of fertility and Gram Devtas the protector Gods To know more about the guardians of human inhabitation watch Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik on EPIC Channel
One of Krishnas most popular names is Dwarkadheesh which has been derived from his life in Dwarka It’s relatively an unknown fact that the term Dwarakadheesh often misunderstood as king of Dwarka actually means ‘Protector of Dwarka’ But why did the Mathuraborn Lord Krishna migrate to Dwarka In the seventh episode of Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik the mythologist unravels the facts behind some of these untold stories of the Dwaradheesh Krishna and the holy land of Dwarka
In this episode of Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik the adept mythologist elaborates on the importance of the woman and man in maintaining a balanced society Marriage is the taming of the man and the woman as well as feeling a sense of responsibility He also talks about the 8 types of marriages written in the religious texts and their relevance in modern times
We are all aware of the Mahabharata and Ramayana but there are many such great epics that originated in the southern India which was written in Tamil that focused mainly on Dravidian literature In comparison with the northern literature which talks about the Gods and their greatness the southern literature also talks about women playing an important role along with description of the lifestyles of the merchant class and manner of living of the ordinary people Devdutt Pattanaik immerses deeper into this fascinating world and explains their significance He also further converses about how these great epics were passed from north to south and vice versa
Of the many different devotees of Ram Shabris dedication and service towards him is legendary In this episode of Devlok Devdutt Pattanaik elucidates the various stories related to Ram and Shabri and clears the confusion of shabri ke ber with its multiple versions in Ramayanas be it the Valmiki Ramayana 2000 years ago Kamba Ramayana 1000 years ago Ranganatha Ramayana 1000 years ago Dandi Ramayana 500 years ago or Hindi literature 300 years ago
In India the rites of passage for individuals are sacrosanct But what are these rites of passages or sanskaar Is it a religious concept or is it the way we experience our culture Is it something we are born with or something we learn from others In this episode of Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik we explore the rites of passages and its forms
In this episode of Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik Devdutt illustrates the life of Siddhartha and his journey towards enlightenment Siddhartha was restrained from the world outside his opulent palace because it was prophesied that Siddhartha would either become a great king or he would be a great spiritual leader Siddharthas father raised him up in opulence and sheltered him from the knowledge of religion and human hardships One day he ventured out of the palace and witnesses four types of sorrows and had many skeptical questions which none could answer He set off leaving his palace his wife his children and everything behind to find the source of the sorrows he witnessed He attained the knowledge of living and the source of sorrows through meditation and came to be called as the Buddha Buddha travelled around many places and built religious organized institutions to spread his teachings He was first among the monks who shared his ideas and concepts with the locals which created a big revolution Just like every religion is not static even Buddhism transformed over time which leads us to the three types of Buddhism known as the Theravada Mahayana and Vajrayana
The story of a city getting desolate inhabited many times over a period of around 1000 years the rulers who ruled it over the time
Sometimes the only path to the throne passes through a pool of blood From the dawn of time Ancient India has always struggled with its rulers usurpers The history that we read today has been written in red ink and spells treachery deceit betrayal The glory of kings was tainted by the heinous crimes all of them leading into murder These events still rustling in the history are about to be opened Set as a chronicle of the historical crimes Rakkt narrates analyses the most infamous true stories of historical assassinations which changed the course of modern India The bone chilling tales of deceit betrayal are brought to light from the exotic ruins of the real locations
The Indian Army is more than just a government wing or a fighting force that guards our borders The Indian Army is an emotion a living chronicle of times events and incidents that we have the luxury to forget because they remember A fierce force that physically binds the nation together the army itself is a family of several regiments Some have seen the rise and fall of empires and others which are yet to attain the full vigour of youth Each regiment has its own history and glorious traditions Each one has its own identity values and morals that bring people from different parts of the country and hold them together in bonds stronger than that of blood Regiment Diaries is more than a compilation of war stories It is a tale of the Indian Army unlike any told before Told by the very men who follow the illustrious feats of their predecessors Regiment Diaries tells us timeless tales that warm the hearts moisten the eyes and leave you in even greater awe of the bravest children of India
India has over the years had some great leaders who have inspired revolutions with their now famous words These speeches hold a special place in the hearts and history of the nation Lets stroll down memory lane and watch the moments that roused the blood of millions to define build and bind our nation together Revisit some of Indias iconic speeches in Bharat Ki Awaaz
In battles won and wars lost there are many lives claimed regardless of the victor Its not easy to face the perils of warfare even as a trained soldierBut not all wars are won on the battlefield and not all soldiers fight in combat There are those soldiers who are invisible unhindered risking their lives and limbs to protect the honor of their king country and homeAdrishya makes you experience life from the point of view of Indias greatest spies living through the danger the fear the triumphs and the captures We see the spys heroic acts through their eyes and follow them as they travel through dangerous landscapes slip into disguises and hoodwink enemy soldiers We become privy to their thoughts as they inch towards fulfilling their mission
Shelter one of mankinds most basic physiological needs At least thats what it started out as at the beginning of timeFrom dwelling in caves to carving out temples in mountains mankind has redefined shelter with every passing era Though the underlying philosophy of any monument is to serve some sort of function great architecture is fuelled by imagination Indias architecture is built on that very imagination and is a fascinating fusion of both art and science From strategically placed astronomy towers to impressive and aweinspiring tombs Indian architecture has pushed the limits of engineering and designSanrachna explores these architectural wonders and how the makers of these marvels made them without the aid of modern mechanics and machinery With an immensely astute sense of engineering the architects were able to construct fortresses that have stood the test of time unshaken by its changes Join our host Vaibhavi as she travels through the country discovering the fascinating stories behind Indias outstanding monuments and its architecture Sanrachna will leave you in awe of the past and its ability to do what we cant even with our modern tools and fancy tricks
India is known for its remarkable architecture and serene landscapes Its rich history is steeped in mystery its vastness lends itself to several stories and urban legendsEkaant takes you through the abandoned roads and alleys of some of Indias historic locations Travelling through the spread out palaces and deserted forts the show documents and investigates the eerie processes of abandonment of each siteHow flourishing towns and cities came to be in ruins is the question each episode seeks to answer Ekaant explores the ceasing of life and the triumph of nature even in the most populated of places and takes you on the road no longer travelled
Dive into a world of action drama determination and courage while reliving the greatest escape stories of our time in an all new miniseries The Great Escape The show is based on true events and takes you on a thrilling ride of the most daring escapes from Indian history Some of the stories covered in the series include Sushmita Banerjees escape from the Taliban in Afghanistan Dalai Lamas escape from Tibet the story of a daring jailbreak by the inmates of a jail in Punjab and Indian prisonerofwar Nihal Singh and Ram Chander Yadavs escape from the clutches of the Chinese in the IndoChina war The miniseries even has some comments from the people who made these exhilarating escapes including the Dalai Lama himself Each episode takes you to different locations across varied time periods The stylizations of those eras mixed with the thrill of escape keeps you hooked till the end
In a land where the Emperor reigned supreme only the selected few would have the power to influence his decisions Prince Salim was first in line to inherit his father Akbars throne Already married to his first wife Man Bai Salim was on his way to strengthening the Mughal relations with Rajputana with his second marriage to Jagat GosiniBut amidst the lavish palaces and plush lives of the Mughal royalty a war was being fought from within While the kings charted the political climate for the country the queens ruled that throne at home Mehrunissa bright and charismatic always dreamt of becoming queen and when the invitation came from the pasha begum herself Mehrunissa joined her team of ladies in waiting Hereon begins the love story of Salim and Mehrunissa from their first meeting until their coronations as Jehangir and NurJahan The series interweaves various plot lines from the lives of many historical characters including Akbar Ruqaiyya Begum Abul Fazal and many othersBased on the popular book The Twentieth Wife by author Indu Sundaresan Siyaasat is a story of politics interpersonal conflicts sabotage grandeur power and above all else the love between Salim and Mehrunissa who was Salims twentieth and final wife
There are stories that Atlantis was part of Tamil Nadu that nuclear weapons were used in the Mahabharata that the airplane was first invented here While these claims may be fantastical India is still a source of a number of amazing inventions and practices Made in India uncovers the history of these inventions from plastic surgery to rocketry Discussing each topic in detail with experts in the field we uncover a number of facts on how India has always been ahead of its time
Child prodigies exist all across the world in various skill areas including music maths arts and science Indian cricket is no exception with a slew of talented cricketers who showcased their skill quite early in their careers Mushtaq Ali Vijay Mehra Mahinder Singh among others caught the fancy of cricket lovers by their sheer talent at an early age Indian cricket has also witnessed many unfortunate prodigies who failed to live up to the expectations and faded away into oblivion However the most famous Indian cricketer of all time Sachin Tendulkars greatness as a prodigy is part of the cricketing folklore and qualifies as a shining example of a teenage sensation who went on to dominate world cricket for over two decades
In the game of cricket a team needs good openers for a solid start but it’s the middleorder mainstays who play the role of the fulcrum in an innings Stability solidity and perseverance are the keys to success for these men of steel as they play the role of a sheetanchor while building an inning In the 1930s and 40s Indias middle order was shored up by Vijay Hazare The next few decades belonged to Vijay Manjrekar Followed by Dilip Vengsarkar Ravi Shastri and Sanjay Manjrekar before the country got the Great Wall of Indian cricket Rahul Dravid In their respective halcyon days these cricketers not only served to bind Indian batting together but were also architects of some of India’s best batting displays This episode rewinds to those great batting stalwarts who helped the country win many battles on the cricket field
This episode celebrates some of the land mark victories of the Indian cricket that impacted cricketing history in more ways than one Since CK Nayudu’s boys made their historic debut at Lord’s in 1932 India had to wait for 20long years to register the firstever Test triumph However the first Test triumph on foreign soil came 16 years after the maiden Test win at Madras in 1952 The 196768 New Zealand was a path breaking series for MAK Pataudi’s side as they not only won their firstever overseas Test but also the same series If that was the beginning the twin series wins in west Indies and England catapulted Ajit Wadekar’s side to the summit of Test cricket in 1971 Then came the crowning glory in limited overs cricket with Kapil’s Devils dethroning the invincible Caribbean side to script the 2nd redletter day in Indian cricket at Lord’s on 25th June That historic triumph set the ball rolling for Indian cricket on foreign soil as India registered a number of memorable Test wins alongside capturing ODI and T20 crowns in the subsequent years in all their rival countries West Indies England Australia Pakistan New Zealand and South Africa
Cricket is one of the most popular fan sports and it’s the moniker which brings fans closer to their idols on the field Like international cricket Indian cricket has also witnessed many monikers for some of its greatest or most popular performers ‘The Bradman of the East’ had a series of remarkable records during the early days of Indian cricket Later the ‘Little Master’ helped fans worship the game while the ‘Colonel’ ‘Haryana Hurricane’ ‘Prince of Kolkata’ ‘The Wall’ ‘Turbanator’ and ‘Captain Cool’ have built the edifice for India’s cricketing glory over the years
Some careers transcend generations and the cricketing profession is no different Indian cricket has witnessed several prominent cricketing families This episode highlights the cricketing legacies and the masterminds of the game including the first Indian skipper CK Nayudu’s brother CS the country’s first centurion Lala Amarnath’s sons Mohinder and Surender who were Test centurions Among the other prominent Indian families the Mankads the Pataudis the Gaekwads the Roys the Manjrekars the Gavaskars have also played for the country while Indian cricket has seen Yograj Singh’s son Yuvraj and Roger Binny’s son Stuart shining for the Men in Blue
Cricket in India began with the British officers bringing the game to the country before the wealthy Parsis in Bombay overwhelmingly embraced the game by playing in the gymkhanas of that era The city soon became the centre of cricketing activities in India with promising players from other communities including Hindus and Muslims joining the bandwagon in the wake of the erstwhile Bombay Quadrangular and subsequently the Pentangular Thanks to India’s firstever Test cricketer Ranji and other cricketloving rulers and princes’ insistence the erstwhile princely states of Nawanagar Baroda and Rajasthan also emerged as one of the power centres of the game in the early decades of Ranji Trophy Gradually the game made a southward push with Hyderabad and Karnataka also turning out to be the formidable fortresses of Indian cricket Then came the dominance of the sides from North Zone like Delhi and Punjab before the smaller centres and erstwhile underdogs like Railways Rajasthan started ruling the roost
Some batsmen are like wizards they cast a spell on their audience with a swish of their bat This episode explores the talented cricketers who may never have been considered the best Indian batsmen but their style and strike was envied by contemporaries From Polly Umrigar to Jaisimha and Viswanath to Azharuddin there have been a select set of cricketers whose artistry with the bat left audiences craving for more In recent times VVS Laxman and Rohit Sharma have been proclaimed as one of the most stylish stroke players of our time
India and the West Indies have a long and concurrent history in the cricketing world Both these cricket playing entities learnt the game from their erstwhile British rulers in the 19th century and gained Test status around the same time On June 23 1928 the West Indies still under the colonial rule became the 4th cricketing entity to play Test when they took on the mighty England at Lords Exactly four years and 2 days later on June 25th India still under the British raj became the 6th nation to play Test cricket at the same venue Interestingly Douglas Jardine the man who had made his debut in the maiden Test of the West Indies was the captain of his side when England took on CK Nayudu’s boys at that historic Lord’s Test of 1932 After playing their first Test series in Australia India’s firstever home series postindependence came against the Caribbean side in 194849 Since then the IndiaWest Indies rivalry has become a very intense affair with the battle between the Indian batters and the Caribbean pace batters take center stage
Cricket has a huge fandom in India with many Indians even aspiring to play cricket for their country on a national and international level One person who succeeded in doing so was Nagpurborn CK Nayudu the first captain of the Indian cricket team in Test matches Nayudu made his firstclass debut in 1916 in the Bombay Triangular Another cricketer one of the latest and possible most wellknown and loved is MS Dhoni Born in Ranchi Bihar Dhoni will always be known for leading our Men in Blue to win the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011 with his “Captain Cool” intellect and passion for the game These are just two amongst the handful more “Small Town Heroes” whose success journey this episode traces from their simpler backgrounds to their becoming modes of inspiration for many
1978 was a grand occasion for Bishan Bedi’s team as they landed in Pakistan escorted by a huge cohort of journalists There was a coach and a Toyota waiting for them at the airport The manager Fatehsinhrao Gaekwad was the erstwhile King of Baroda Member of Parliament exchairman of BCCI honorary lifemember of the MCC renowned radio commentator and the biggest ‘celebrity’ of the touring party He assumed that the Toyota was for him but when he made an advance towards the vehicle the chauffeur asked him to take the coach instead the Toyota as he mentioned was for “Lala Saheb“ That was the charm of Lala Amarnath the first renaissance man of Indian cricket India’s epic win in the West Indies in 1971 saw the reemergence of two of its almost forgotten soldiers irreplaceable Salim Durani and Dilip Sardesai the original ‘Renaissance Man’ of Indian cricket The tradition continued as Mohinder Amarnath and more recently Sourav Ganguly who rose like phoenix from the ashes Watch this episode which glorifies the players who personified the proverb “cometh the hour cometh the man”
There are many people who have dedicated their whole life to something yet not gotten enough credit for their contributions In the game of cricket these people are amongst coaches commentators team managers journalists and others or what one can call the technical team This episode celebrates the hard work and dedication of these hidden heroes in keeping the love for and spirit of cricket alive off the field and behindthescenes AFS Talyarkhan India’s first radio commentator PR Man Singh who owns a museum with a wide variety of cricket mementos and books and Dr Simon King who helped launch ESPNcricinfo are just some of those mentioned
Indian batsmen are wellknown for whacking boundaries from the pitch to the stands Their enthusiastic demeanor and passion for cricket lands a place in the hearts of the myriad of fans watching the game both in the stadium and on television From the likes of Mushtaq Ali the only Indian in the 1945 World XI and also from K Srikkanth and Kapil Dev to Yuvraj Singh whose batting score helped India achieve the Cricket World Cup 1983 and 2011 respectively this episode celebrates the achievements of the most promising and blistering batsmen of India
This episode guides us through the evolution of cricket as it slowly and steadily entered the world of glamour Cricket and Bollywood began as two entirely different entities The bond between them began to blossom with Tiger Pataudi a Nawab with his own panache and extreme talent in cricket Then during the 80s with the entry and exit of Sandeep Patil the idea of glamour even threatened to overpower the spirit of the game Today however there is a balanced amalgamation of one entity into the other especially after the introduction of IPL a cricket and business venture which saw Bollywood stars owning and actively supporting cricket teams both on and off the field Cricketers too though more involved in fashion and lifestyle and their respective public image are still able to maintain focus on the game
This class provides a comprehensive overview of a cinematographer’s duties and the key skills that heshe needs to possess in order to effectively make artistic and technical decisions related to the image It covers different types of lights grips and gears used on film sets
This introductory class will take you through the screenwriting process and its different elements Premise Theme Story Character and Structure You will understand what writing a screenplay entails and the difference between writing a novel and screenplay
This class covers the main types of film producers in the industry today and their roles and responsibilities
This introductory chapter will give you a comprehensive overview about the roles of a director and the composition of shots and sequences framing pacing rhythm and different rules of thumb that will help you communicate stories visually
This introductory chapter will introduce you to the concept of editing and how it developed over years of experimentation You will also be taken through a practical overview of the process and learn the fundamental ways in which you can transition between two shots
In battles won and wars lost there are many lives claimed regardless of the victor Its not easy to face the perils of warfare even as a trained soldierBut not all wars are won on the battlefield and not all soldiers fight in combat There are those soldiers who are invisible unhindered risking their lives and limbs to protect the honor of their king country and homeAdrishya makes you experience life from the point of view of Indias greatest spies living through the danger the fear the triumphs and the captures We see the spys heroic acts through their eyes and follow them as they travel through dangerous landscapes slip into disguises and hoodwink enemy soldiers We become privy to their thoughts as they inch towards fulfilling their mission
Set in 19th century Delhi our story takes place at time when technology and science are still in their infancy and modern tools of investigation havent yet been invented While Bahadur Shah Zafar II reigns ostensibly the British might and influence increases each day and with it a spate of crimes As crime multiplies the police grapples to keep up with the mounting unsolved cases Under these circumstances when the Kotwal finds himself in the midst of a felonious mystery he seeks the help of the only man who can come to his aid Mirza Jaan Nawaz Though eccentric in his methods of investigation Mirza proves himself time and again unravelling a new mystery with every case Without the aid of technology Mirza relies on the most potent tool of all his brain With an equal measure of intelligence and looks Mirza Jaan Nawaz knows how to maneuver every situation The ladies want him and the men want to be him But Mirza only has eyes for his love Zeenat from whom he often seeks counsel But even this man of mystery and strength has a past that continues to haunt him As he moves from case to case he gets closer to confronting his own demons and finding answers for himself Blessed with support from the Kotwal and his son Shyam Mirza cracks down on the criminals through his powers of reasoning and observation delivering justice to Daribas citizens only on Dariba Diaries
Sometimes the only path to the throne passes through a pool of blood From the dawn of time Ancient India has always struggled with its rulers usurpers The history that we read today has been written in red ink and spells treachery deceit betrayal The glory of kings was tainted by the heinous crimes all of them leading into murder These events still rustling in the history are about to be opened Set as a chronicle of the historical crimes Rakkt narrates analyses the most infamous true stories of historical assassinations which changed the course of modern India The bone chilling tales of deceit betrayal are brought to light from the exotic ruins of the real locations
The Time TravelersA genius scientist Kartik Devraj KD brings together a group of strangers to travel back in time to accomplish tasks in the past KD ropes in Adheer the master thief Roshni the inventive hacker and Dev the angry ganglord KD wants them to travel back in time through the time machine he invented and seek out lost treasures and artifacts lost in historyThe 3 accomplices masters of their own skill begin their adventure through time But unknown to them is the real reason why KD is making them do this Stooges in a larger plot the show takes us on a fantastic journey of different eras in the Indian history with great action and adventureAs the season unfolds the mystery behind the real mission begins to unravel But will their clock run out before the mission is completed
Epic Ke Dus is a halfhour collated list of the top ten people places or events of a chosen topic examples of which include rivalries thinkers and warriors Each topic has been thoroughly researched and a panel of experts on the subject has carefully selected the stories that are fitting to be part of the topic This panel is seen on the episodes giving their views on the events the significance of the event and describing the mood of the era publics reaction to these events and how it contributed to change the course of Indian history
Rich with many shrines and temples both ancient and new India is a living spiritual entity These holy sites literally stand for our culture beliefs and scriptures Parikrama takes you to several of these places of worship narrating the story behind its origin and its significance As you travel through these sacred sites with us you also embark on your own spiritual journey
Dive into a world of action drama determination and courage while reliving the greatest escape stories of our time in an all new miniseries The Great Escape The show is based on true events and takes you on a thrilling ride of the most daring escapes from Indian history Some of the stories covered in the series include Sushmita Banerjees escape from the Taliban in Afghanistan Dalai Lamas escape from Tibet the story of a daring jailbreak by the inmates of a jail in Punjab and Indian prisonerofwar Nihal Singh and Ram Chander Yadavs escape from the clutches of the Chinese in the IndoChina war The miniseries even has some comments from the people who made these exhilarating escapes including the Dalai Lama himself Each episode takes you to different locations across varied time periods The stylizations of those eras mixed with the thrill of escape keeps you hooked till the end
Shelter one of mankinds most basic physiological needs At least thats what it started out as at the beginning of timeFrom dwelling in caves to carving out temples in mountains mankind has redefined shelter with every passing era Though the underlying philosophy of any monument is to serve some sort of function great architecture is fuelled by imagination Indias architecture is built on that very imagination and is a fascinating fusion of both art and science From strategically placed astronomy towers to impressive and aweinspiring tombs Indian architecture has pushed the limits of engineering and designSanrachna explores these architectural wonders and how the makers of these marvels made them without the aid of modern mechanics and machinery With an immensely astute sense of engineering the architects were able to construct fortresses that have stood the test of time unshaken by its changes Join our host Vaibhavi as she travels through the country discovering the fascinating stories behind Indias outstanding monuments and its architecture Sanrachna will leave you in awe of the past and its ability to do what we cant even with our modern tools and fancy tricks
The Indian Army is more than just a government wing or a fighting force that guards our borders The Indian Army is an emotion a living chronicle of times events and incidents that we have the luxury to forget because they remember A fierce force that physically binds the nation together the army itself is a family of several regiments Some have seen the rise and fall of empires and others which are yet to attain the full vigour of youth Each regiment has its own history and glorious traditions Each one has its own identity values and morals that bring people from different parts of the country and hold them together in bonds stronger than that of blood Regiment Diaries is more than a compilation of war stories It is a tale of the Indian Army unlike any told before Told by the very men who follow the illustrious feats of their predecessors Regiment Diaries tells us timeless tales that warm the hearts moisten the eyes and leave you in even greater awe of the bravest children of India
EPIC India Quiz Challenge is a oneofakind quiz competition in which teams from schools across India will fight for the crown of having the highest ‘IQ’ ie India Quotient The show tests the contestants’ India Quotient their knowledge of the country its culture history geography current affairs and more Actor Meiyang Chang hosts the show through which children can test their knowledge about India and at the same time learn more about its fascinating history and culture
Two friends Ric Gazarian and Keith King had heard a great deal about the Mumbai Xpress challenge one of the top ten adventures in the world as listed by Lonely Planet When they decided to join it though little did they realize that it would turn out to be a journey they would never forget The challenge takes them on a 2000kilometer journey in an autorickshaw or tuk tuk as it is popularly known They crisscross hills valleys beaches chaotic traffic and many incredible surprises during this test of their nerves and resolveJoin Ric and Keith on a colourful journey of a lifetime in Hit the Road India
Sharanam takes viewers on a poignant journey to some of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India to and highlights the traditions practices rituals and ideals that bring people to these holy places in search of something greater than themselves Narrated by Bollywood actress Juhi Chawla Sharanam showcases testimonies of personal incidents that are the bedrock of the belief and follows the strong thread of faith that not only binds the pilgrims to their Gods but also the nation with itself
In the first episode of Raja Rasoi Aur Andaaz Anokha celebrity chef Ranveer Brar delves into the flavours and essence that come with changing seasons He gives us an insight into how everything we eat affects our health and overall wellbeing Over the centuries numerous fruits and vegetables have not only satiated our appetite but also cooled us down in the scorching heat of summers Perhaps thats when recipes like Dahi Pakhal Aloo Poshto and Suran Fry came into existence and helped us cope with climatic conditions Watch the maverick chef whip up some delectable summer recipes to beat the heat
A common mans dish which snuggled its way into the royal kitchen of the Nawabs the Nihari is a mutton stew from Lucknow As it takes hours to cook its only fitting that Chef Ranveer is up in the wee hours of the morning to prepare this delicacy One of the baffling traits of a Nihari is the Nihari masala Its a mix of 28 spices each of which is named by Chef Ranveer from memory As dawn finally appears its time for this Lucknowi breakfast with Manu Bhai Chef Ranveer also makes a flaky crispy and soft Ulte Tawe Ka Paratha laced with ghee Theres even a Kashmiri Chai which funnily has very little to do with Kashmir
Sometimes simple things bring back beautiful memories And Chef Ranveer Brar has this epiphany while basking in the glory of daybreak In this episode of Raja Rasoi Aur Andaaz Anokha he extols the several virtues of modest comfort food He recreates Goan Ka Swaad with two delectable wholesome dishes Ragi Mudde and Litti Chokha Hailing from Karnataka Ragi Mudde is a powerhouse of multi nutrients that can be cooked with only two ingredients including Ragi finger millet flour and water Famous for its rustic taste Litti Chokha is a Bihari delicacy where the Littis are balls made of whole wheat flour stuffed with sattu powder from black chana herbs and spices whereas Chokha is a mix of grilled eggplant with chilies onion tomato cumin powder coriander and turmeric powder
With an uncle who was an Officer in the army Chef Ranveer had the chance to share meals with soldiers as a child From the many interesting dishes that he had then he recreates the phenomenally spicy Andhra style Green Chili Chicken He also makes a dish that used to be made in the barracks of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Its a creamy potato and shallots soup inspired by the French soup Vichyssoise Lastly he makes Chawal ki Pinni These ladoos used to be made for Sikh soldiers stationed in France fighting for the British Imperial Army Talking about sepoy meals and the mess culture in Chennai Chef Ranveer reminds us that be it war or peace food writes its own kahaani
The northeast of India is remarkable for its simple earthy flavours and aspiring way of life Enthralled by the same Chef Ranveer visits a Manipuri restaurant in Goa called Meiphung Manu Bhai is amazed by uncommon ingredients from there like Bhut Jolokia the spiciest chili in the world Naga Dal and Devils Eggplant Chef Ranveer tries his hand at Manipuri cooking with a chicken and bamboo shoot curry and two salads called Singju and Eromba With farm to table sustainability and respect for the earth the northeast of India sure makes us proud
When it comes to planning long journeys food is an essential part of the itinerary In the fifth episode of Raja Rasoi Aur Andaaz Anokha chef Ranveer Brar whips up the perfect travelfriendly meal comprising delicious dishes like Jahaazi Korma Thekua Bimbli ka Achaar and TheplaJust like its name hints at Jahaazi Korma was a dish invented to meet hunger pangs of Haj pilgrims who set out their journey on a jahaaz shipChef Ranveer also narrates some beliefs associated with Thekua the dish that is prepared during Chhath Puja and as he prepares the Bimbli ka Achaar he elaborates on the preservative qualities of some ingredients like oil jaggery and black pepper
Accidents might generally be undesirable but as far as culinary accidents go we cant help but grin about some Chef Ranveer cooks and reveals the story behind two unintentional delicacies from different states of India To make something exciting from split milk he gives the predictable paneer a miss and instead prepares Chenna Poda A simple yet brilliant dessert from Odisha that was a result of leaving an ingredient forgotten in the tandoor In a mood to embrace harmless accidents the chef also confesses his own kitchen accident story On this Galti Divas he unfolds the delightful tale of the real inception of Sambhar
Indian mythology is replete with tales in which food plays an interesting role With mythologist Devdutt Patnaik as his special guest Chef Ranveer plans a meal of Vidur Ka Saag Maach and Bhaat The saag has an unsuspecting ingredient chopped banana skins Devdutt tells Ranveer about the significance of Vidur ka saag in Mahabharat Ranveer is suitably impressed For the maach its fish with a spread of raw mango and mustard steamed in a patori style And theres delicious Gobindobhog rice to go with it Devdutt Patnaik talks about various gods and the foods they like to eat and how nonvegetarian food is significant for many deities
Fast foods comprise of the food items that are quick in terms of preparation as well as hunger satiation When it comes to Indian fast foods one would find a buffet of region specific fast foods items that have travelled and spread its taste from its origin to other places throughout the country Chaat is one such Indian fast food item that brings in the chatpatahat into the Indian cuisine Chaat in varied forms are available in almost every place in India but the authentic taste of the actual recipe can be tasted from its place of origin Chef Ranveer Brar brings on the authentic chatpata recipe from Banaras of Tamatar ki chaat a perfect blend of potato tomato tamarind and spices Well its thoughtful that what were the chaat items prepared before the advent of potatoes into India This is answered by the variety of starchrich yams or tubers which have been in India since long Chef Brar prepares one such inherited chaat item Kachaalu ki chaat which includes Kachaalu a tuber type found in India In order to enhance the taste of these chaat items he also prepares two unique chutneys Amrood ki chutney and Mooli ki chutney
Manu Bhai is absolutely thrilled as the day of making kebabs is here Chef Ranveer prepares Bihari kebab a rustic kebab that was very popular in East Bengal during the rule of the Nawab of Murshidabad He then makes the coarse Chapli kebab also known as Pishauri kebab which came from Afghanisthan to Peshawar He deconstructs the lazzat e taam the mix of 32 spices that are used in the making of the Galouti kebab from Lucknow aromatic sharp and earthy He regales us with stories of the origin of the name 39galouti39 kebab and the hierarchy of cooks in the Nawabi kitchen Chef Ranveer and Manu Bhai set up a kebab stall in the market as he gets nostalgic about Muneer Ustaad
While in exile the Pandavas were obligated to live incognito for a year Foodlover at heart Bheem disguised himself as a chef called Vallabh in the kingdom of Virata during this period According to one legend when Vallabh assumed his duties he didnt know how to cook so he whipped up a dish with an array of available vegetables that came to be known as Avial In another story the King of Travancore hosted a great feast but ran out of food and what was hurriedly cooked together became Avial Chef Ranveer Brar elaborates on these exciting narratives and on stories of the origins of the term ladoo from Mahabharata as he prepares Avial and Bheem Ka Ladoo in this episode of Raja Rasoi Aur Andaaz Anokha
Sharanam takes viewers on a poignant journey to some of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India to and highlights the traditions practices rituals and ideals that bring people to these holy places in search of something greater than themselves Narrated by Bollywood actress Juhi Chawla Sharanam showcases testimonies of personal incidents that are the bedrock of the belief and follows the strong thread of faith that not only binds the pilgrims to their Gods but also the nation with itself
Renowned mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik takes viewers on a voyage of Hindu mythology as he hosts Devlok with Devdutt Pattanaik The show highlights characters stories events and symbols from the religion deciphering their true meaning Each episode covers one phenomenon from the great texts From the concept of the Holy Triad Brahma Vishnu and Shiva to the different avatars of the Goddess Durga each episode is engaging and addictive making mythology relevant even today
The Great War is over Kurukshetra lies barren sans its great warriors and king sans justice The vicious battle saw the end of the unforgettable ‘heroes’ and ‘villains’ of the Mahabharata The thin line between just and unjust fair and unfair deceit and loyalty betrayal and duty has never been questioned The answers to these unasked questions lie buried in the ruins of history Dharmakshetra resurfaces these buried questions and allows the legendary characters of this tale an opportunity to tell their side of the story for the very first timeIn a postapocalyptic trial held in Maharaj Chitragupta’s court the seeming villains ‘Kauravas’ are allowed to accuse the so called heroes ‘Pandavas’ and vice versa in an attempt to justify their actions Upon hearing all the arguments made by the prosecution and the defense Chitragupta delivers his final verdict As with the original Mahabharata Dharmakshetra has many intriguing facets for us On a primary level Dharamkshetra attempts to ask some key questions about the nature of humanity while at the same time it puts together the forgotten pieces of the story we thought we knew
The threeweeklong Nanda Devi Raj Jat is a pilgrimage and festival of Uttarakhand in India People from the entire GarhwalKumaon Division as well as other parts of India and the world participate in Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra The goddess Nanda Devi is worshipped at dozens of places in Kumaon and Garhwal but the region around Mt Nanda Devi and its sanctuary which falls in the Pithorgarh Almora and Chamoli District is the prime area related to Nanda Devi The Jat meaning Yatra or pilgrimage starts from Nauti village near Karnprayag and goes up to the heights of Roopkund and Homekund with a four horned sheep After the havan yagna is over the sheep is freed with decorated ornaments food and clothing and the other offerings are discarded The legend is this that Nanda Devi consort of Lord Shiva left her village and went to the Nanda Devi parbat Therefore when the yatra starts heavy rain occurs as if the devi is crying This yatra covers many villages interesting legends and aweinspiring locales The journey is difficult because of the difficult terrain it goes through it goes high upto 16000 feet above sea level Besides many interesting places one passes by a Lake known as Roopkund which is surrounded by hundreds of ancient skeletons and there are interesting legends behind this skeletal lake Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra 2014 started from 18 August 2014 and went up to 6 September 2014 40000 people covered distance of approximately 290 km The 230 km distance was covered by foot or by trekking route and the rest 60 km was covered by the bus transport Nanda Devi Raj Jat is organised once in 12 years Nanda Devi Raj Jat 2014 has special importance because that is the 1st ever Raj Jat of Uttarakhand State which was part of Uttar Pradesh State in earlier Raj Jat
Have you always wondered why Indian mythological stories are replete with variousanimals Why does every God have a vaahan And why that vaahan only Why are the avatars of Vishnu from the animal world – varaha pig narsimha lion matsya fish And why those animals only Is it all just coincidence or is there a deeper meaning behind itIndian mythology is teeming with stories and legends of animals and birds that we see around us even today Why are these animals so integral to our legends Watch Animals in Mythology to know more about the crucial role animals play in our mythologies only on EPIC Channel
Rivers have been the thread through which a nations history culture and existence has been woven Be it Ancient Egypt along the Nile or Indus Valley Civilisation along the Indus rivers are the cradle of our civilisation The rampant growth and development in the last couple of centuries has taken its toll on rivers environmentally and culturally Janani is a journey along the glorious Yamuna river exploring it39s mythical and natural origins the society and culture that prospered on its banks and the environmental degradation it now faces Mother to cities like Delhi and Agra consort of Krishna and a gushing pristine stream in the Himalayas Yamuna is not only a giver of water and life to its people it is also a goddess and a cultural icon that has been celebrated in various art forms Janani is the story of this river from its birth at Yamunotri till its confluence with Ganga and the Mythical Saraswati at Allahabad
Devlok Mini with Devdutt Pattanaik explores fascinating titbits of Indian mythology and legends with a narrative that is both quick to watch and easy to absorb In each episode mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik narrates stories discusses popular beliefs and provides his insights into the meaning behind various mythological tales
A single man’s quest to end suffering changed the course of history for a large part of the continent In ‘BuddhaSutra’ we examine various facts about the Buddha his teachings and the spread of Buddhism This series of animated shorts also explores the impact Buddhism has had on art and architecture politics and history
Sharanam takes you on a poignant journey across some of the holiest sites in India where millions of people following different faiths and beliefs congregate to experience something greater something bigger than themselves Through personal stories and experiences Sharanam showcases the unbreakable thread of faith that not only binds the pilgrims to their Gods but also the nation with itself
A quick look at the various aspects of a city that has existed for much of India’s history – exploring the music industry and culture associated with Varanasi Banaras
A single man’s quest to end suffering changed the course of history for a large part of the continent In ‘BuddhaSutra’ we examine various facts about the Buddha his teachings and the spread of Buddhism This series of animated shorts also explores the impact Buddhism has had on art and architecture politics and history
Devlok Mini with Devdutt Pattanaik explores fascinating titbits of Indian mythology and legends with a narrative that is both quick to watch and easy to absorb In each episode mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik narrates stories discusses popular beliefs and provides his insights into the meaning behind various mythological tales
One of the most endearing series ever made on the mighty river Go Ganges vividly looks at the paradox why the river that onethird population of the world worships as God is also the most polluted water body The multiple awardwinning filmmakers Josh Thomas and JJ Kelley travel from the source glacier of the river in the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal where it empties into the Indian Ocean And they do it rather unconventionally travelling on foot cyclerickshaw rowboat and any other unlikely mode of transportation that moves Set against a stunning backdrop and colourful landscape Go Ganges is a fascinating journey of heart
India has a deep cultural heritage full of mythological and historical battles fought for power and supremacy The Hindus even have Kshatriya warrior clans who dedicated their entire lives to honing battle skills and fighting wars Contrary to the popular belief that martial arts originated in China martial arts have strong roots in Indian history and Hindu mythology Bodhidharma a Buddhist monk from South India is even credited to be the first to teach Kung Fu at the Shaolin Temple In Shastra Ke Shaastra – The Indian Legacy delve deep into the roots of the different indigenous weapons that originated in India and continue to be used in various martial arts and performance arts around the country
We love our food in India from Idlis to Jalebis Patrani Macchi to Rasgulla but have you ever wondered how these recipes came to beCome join us on a delicious journey tracing the recipes and their ingredients across the years
Sharanam takes you on a poignant journey across some of the holiest sites in India where millions of people following different faiths and beliefs congregate to experience something greater something bigger than themselves Through personal stories and experiences Sharanam showcases the unbreakable thread of faith that not only binds the pilgrims to their Gods but also the nation with itself
Sakshi Tanavar prepares recipes that have significant meaning behind them as all of them are made for festivals celebrated in India Watch as she prepares the recipe and shared her story behind each one of them in a very festive way
From humble beginnings to Olympic stadiums witness the untold stories of Indian athletes as they gear up for to win Gold for India at Olympics 2020
A single man’s quest to end suffering changed the course of history for a large part of the continent In ‘BuddhaSutra’ we examine various facts about the Buddha his teachings and the spread of Buddhism This series of animated shorts also explores the impact Buddhism has had on art and architecture politics and history
They say that variety is the spice of life Well Indian cuisine is abundant with both spice and variety But how did the Indian palate come to be this colourful The answer lies in the royal kitchens of IndiaIndian Royalty are the custodians of the ancient culinary traditions Raja Rasoi aur Anya Kahaniyaan takes us through the history of food prepared in the royal kitchens of India whose blending of foreign imports rare fowls elaborate preparation methods and local herbs created some of the best and most flavourful food in the countryWe get to experience the tales of extravagance and eccentricity of desperation and innovation and of happy accidents The royal love for creativity and uniqueness have led to a rich culinary tradition that makes Indian cuisine one of the most exciting ones in the world
Harishchandra raised his sons Sunil and Prem all alone In the coming future Sunil gets married while Prem continues with his education before he meets Poonam an orphan After a couple of awkward interactions between Prem and Poonam they start developing feelings for each other But just two days before their wedding Poonams house catches fire putting everything in doubt
Suman’s father leaves her with the family of his childhood friend as he had to travel abroad for work This was the time when she met Prem and the two eventually fell in love with each other But it didn’t take time for their family differences to become a roadblock between their love story
Meera was eager to get her sister Geeta married So she sends the prospects of a young engineer Sunil to her father Pitamber Choudhry But Pitamber ends up meeting the wrong man Vinod And Geeta after spending some quality time with Vinod ends up falling in love with him But when Pitamber comes to know the truth he asks Geeta to marry Sunil and forget about Vinod
Raju comes to Bombay chasing his dreams but keeps losing out on opportunities His love Renu helps him find a job Success goes to his head until one day a tragic accident destroys his reputation
Just a few days were remaining for Yuvraj Vijay Singh’s coronation and wedding to happen before which someone attempted to assassinate him Meanwhile Prem the prince’s replacement was with the royal family this whole time and he eventually falls in love with Princess Maithili the prince’s fiancé
Bhola is in love with Bindu a girl living in the neighbourhood But he lacks the money and charm to win her over Later on Bhola with the help of his friend Guru makes a plan in an attempt to make Bindu fall in love with Bhola Initially it seemed like everything is working the way it should But everything falls apart when Bindu learns the truth
It was Prem Kumar who was supposed to be Sanjana’s suitor But everyone including Sanjana mistakes Prem Kishen to be the one her mother wanted her to get married to Sanjana did not like him at all But after a series of events she ends up falling in love with him However a lot of things change between the two when Prem Kumar enters their lives
Prem meets his brother Rajesh’s sisterinlaw Nisha amid Rajesh’s wedding ceremonies and the love between the two grows immensely with the passing time But due to the series of unfortunate events Pooja Nisha’s sister and Rajesh’s wife dies after giving birth to a baby and now it was expected of Nisha to marry Rajesh and help him raising the kid
How does the tasty food we all eat get used by the body What happens in our stomach intestines and other digestive organs Anu Club Crew member takes you on a wild journey through the Human Digestive System and how it works
What makes up our food What is inside it that gives us all those precious nutrients And finally how do they make it to the back of a food label Anu Club crew member Neel explains how the food label and everything on it works
Ever wondered why there are different types of weather conditions What causes it What is the difference between weather and climate Anu Club answers it all Join Anu Club crew member Ritu as she takes you on a windy journey through weather
What is climate change Why is the world worried How will it affect you And how will it affect India As always Anu Club has all the answers
You know when you wake up in the morning in winter and the world is a little misty It looks as if you live in a cloud BUT if you live in a major city or any city really that cloud is FULL OF SMOKE Anu Club crew member Ritu takes you through the misty and smoky world of smog and why it has affected our capital city Delhi in the worst way possible
Anu Club returns in a new format answering one of the most daunting questions in astronomy Why is there just SO much Hydrogen and Helium in the universe Short answer The universe got lazy and bored
Ever heard the term lightyear and wondered what it is Join Anu Club member Kushal as he gives you all the details And no Suppandi it is not the light bill for a year
It’s one small step for mankind one giant leap for Anu Club As Chandrayaan2 Indias second lunar exploration mission makes its way to the moon we thought we’d find out just why it’s going there in the first place Chandrayaan2 is an extremely fascinating mission To the moon and beyond
We are taking a short break between food and the next topic for a quick update Chandrayaan 2 and the Vikram Lander had a few problems but the mission is far from a failure Anu Club crew member Ritu tell you more about what happened with the Vikram Lander What is the future of the mission and Why it is not a failure
What is Umami It was a question that wasnt answered till very recently and it IS the secret fifth taste Anu Club crew member Neel explains what Umami is and how it came to be
Ever wondered how our brain manages to stay healthy What does the brain eat What all nutrition does the brain need Anu Club Crew member Prateek takes you on a quick short journey through the brain and how food affects how the brain grows Find out what exactly THE BRAIN eats
What is common between milk peanuts fish eggs and crabs They are all common food allergies that people have But how does the body decided what to be allergic to and how does it do it Anu Club crew member Ritu tries and gets to the bottom of what food allergies really are
Now that you know all about climate change find out what you can do about it We all need to do our bit to take on the climate change dragon so let Anu Club show you how you can start
If youd imagine an ace cricketer to host a television show you can be sure it will be a sports related series And Umeed India makes a compelling case For the first time versatile cricketer Virender Sehwag will host a television showUmeed India will showcase groundbreaking stories of diversified intrepid athletes aiming for glory at Olympics 2020 For the 13part series Virender reinstates the fact that Olympic stars never just appear at the Games Their stories start in small villages where they train every day with one aim in mind bringing home that GoldWatch Virender travel to their training bases chronicling exciting moments in the home environment besides interviewing the athletes families and coaching staff The episodes feature inspiring stories of OP Karhana Suyash Yadav Avtar Singh and Dutee Chand along with Sakshi Malik Vinesh Poghat among many other Olympians Can we find the 2020 medalists for India in 2017
In Mid Wicket Tales veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah explores the many interesting but untold stories of Indian cricket It focuses on match highlights history of and sportsmanship within the game stadiums hits and misses and many more In his unique narrative style Naseeruddin Shah brings alive the humorous side of the game along with undocumented anecdotes and quirky trivia The show also will see many personalities like Shashi Tharoor Nari Contractor Bishan Singh Bedi and Charu Sharma narrating their cricketing experiences and stories
India has a deep cultural heritage in mythological and historical battles fought for supremacy The Hindu culture has a warrior clan called Kshatriyas whose main job was to practice the art of war and might The Mahabharata war tale describes various forms of fighting with weapons such as maces swords lances bows arrows and even hand to hand combat like Mall yuddha or Dwand yuddha Dhanurveda a section found in the Vedas 1700 BCE 1100 BCE contains references to martial arts Around the 3rd century BC the yoga sutras of Patanjali presented the technique of meditating singlemindedly on points located inside ones body which were later used in martial arts While various mudra finger movements were also taught in Yogacara Buddhism These elements of yoga as well as finger movements in the nata dances were incorporated into various Indian martial arts The art of fighting is prominently mentioned in various ancient texts From antiquity to the middleages and the modern era several techniques were indigenously developed in parts of India which are known as the Indian Martial arts Indian martial arts refers to the fighting systems of the Indian subcontinent in South Asia This now includes India Pakistan Bangladesh Sri Lanka and Nepal Indian martial arts were an important influence in the development of a number of modern Asian martial arts particularly within the Indian cultural sphere countries outside India influenced by Indian culture and religion of Southeast Asia Contrary to the popular belief that Martial Arts were invented by the Chinese it actually has deep roots in the Indian History and Hindu Mythology Bodhidharma a Buddhist Monk from South India is credited with first teaching Kung Fu at the Shaolin Temple Through the show Martial Arts – The Indian Legacy delve deeper into the roots of the sport in India and the different types of martial arts that continues to exist even today in various parts of the country and how they have affected history
Its not a thin line but a thick fence that keeps mainstream sports apart from adventure sports Mainstream sports have players but adventure sports have Misfits – people who are aware of the dangers they have taken upon themselves by making these sports an integral part of their lives These games have found refuge in the Himalayan terrain In this documentary we have some inspiring Himalayan Misfits sharing their onfield experiences straight from the higher altitudes
This is Indias first docuseries based on Motorsports in India which takes audiences on a trip of a lifetime and brings out the forces that drive individuals to take up the unconventional
As discrimination plagues our society Ansuni takes a look at disability inclusion through the lens of adventure sport and outdoor recreation Divyanshu Ganatra a blind paragliding pilot trekker and adventure sports person makes it his mission to spread the message of inclusion Giving birth to the Manali to Khardungla cycling expedition Inviting disabled people to take on the worlds most treacherous road to reach the worlds highest motorable mountain pass
India has a deep cultural heritage full of mythological and historical battles fought for power and supremacy The Hindus even have Kshatriya warrior clans who dedicated their entire lives to honing battle skills and fighting wars Contrary to the popular belief that martial arts originated in China martial arts have strong roots in Indian history and Hindu mythology Bodhidharma a Buddhist monk from South India is even credited to be the first to teach Kung Fu at the Shaolin Temple In Shastra Ke Shaastra – The Indian Legacy delve deep into the roots of the different indigenous weapons that originated in India and continue to be used in various martial arts and performance arts around the country
From humble beginnings to Olympic stadiums witness the untold stories of Indian athletes as they gear up for to win Gold for India at Olympics 2020
While most Indians get ready to settle into a quiet retired life as they turn older Gagan Khosla had other plans For his 60th birthday he decided to gift himself an adventure of a lifetime Traversing over 4000 kms on his bicycle battling subzero temperatures as well as extreme heat Gagan has done what only a few others can that too at 60 Join us on this odyssey from Leh to Kanyakumari with the inspiring man himself on the EPIC Special Hai Junoon Ride of a Lifetime
Cricket is no less than a religion in India Every Indian wants to be a part of the prestige and excitement associated with this game This documentary takes us to Kullu Sarahan – a village situated at 7000 feet in Himachal Pradesh Here a cricket tournament called ‘Jhiru Cup’ is the highlight of their annual mela The Jhiru Cup is as important as the World Cup for the people here In fact even the cricket balls used for gameplay are made in the village itself and you wouldn’t get these balls elsewhere Watch their love for the sport come to life in a spectacle of joy in this EPIC Special
Sonam Wangchuk is a scientist who proved that it was not the student failing all this time but the Indian Education System His school SECMOL changes one’s perspective of what learning actually is and exam failure is a major criterion to get admission here He was the one based on whom the infamous character of ‘Phunsukh Wangdu’ got his identity
People tried putting up on her their opinions on being a ‘lady’ but she fought them with grace just the way shed fight her opponents on the ring Babita Kumari Phogat won a gold for India in the 2014 Commonwealth Games and has a movie to her name She is an inspiration to millions of girls in India who want to pursue their career in sports
Vivek Tomar may not be the hero of the story he is talking about on stage but has played an important role in it It is the story of his wife Kusum Tomar who has fought the longest battle with cancer in India He takes inspiration from his wife who’s fighting the disease and trying to get better with each passing day
Vibha Anand had her debut in the TV industry through the series ‘Balika Vadhu’ and has been working in the industry ever since Hailing from a small village in Dehradun she had to face her part of the struggle to live her dream in Mumbai and chose not to give up no matter what
Hard work doesn’t pay off in one day And not every struggle story can become a success story One has to invest a lot of time patience and persistence to reach their goal Such is the story of Harshit Pandey a Delhi resident who is a pro bodybuilder today and has wellknown titles like The Iron Man Of India to his credit
When it’s about politics Shaina NC is an important name as she’s the National Spokesperson for the ruling party of India the Bharatiya Janata Party She was a fashion designer before entering the world of politics and also holds the world record for being the fastest in draping a saree
Pankaj Gupta’s journey from rags to riches began when he was just 8 years old He lived with an alcoholic abusive father who shattered all the hopes Pankaj had from his family life That is when he fled away from them with empty pockets and landed to Delhi where he studied and started doing theatre It was then that he realized his passion for acting and starting working further to reach his goal
Kuljeet Singh was appreciated for his theatrical performances during his college days That helped him boost his confidence and make theatre a part of his life His skills were polished under the mentoring of Surendra Sharma at the National School of Drama Today Kuljeet Singh is the founder and Creative Director of Atelier Theatre a Delhibased theatre group and his theatre group is branched in different cities across the country
Meena Soni fell prey to an abusive marriage where her husband tried to kill her twice When he didn’t succeed in his motives he threw acid on her and committed suicide himself Even though tragedy struck her like a thunderbolt she never stopped believing that women have abundant courage
Best known for playing comic roles in Hindi Films Vrajesh Hirjee became a noted TV and theatre artist He has acted 41 Gujarati plays and several Bollywood films such as Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein Kaho Na Pyaar Hai and Golmaal Returns
Roshan Nagar was living his childhood when he met with an accident and lost both his hands and a leg But nothing could stop him from finding ways to overcome the pain he went through Today he’s a successful writer and a motivational speaker
Devendra Jhanjharia was 8 years old when he met an accident in which he lost one of his arms But nothing could stop him from breaking the barriers life had for him and making the Indian Flag fly the highest for the world to see who he is He broke the Javelin throw world record in the 2016 Rio Olympics and won an Olympic Gold
Take an enthralling journey to the untamed corners of our country Wild Wild India is a showcase of Indian wildlife the enthusiasts and activists who support it and the threats it faces Tigers leopards rhinos rare birds adventurers activists find them all and more in this show
India is a land of lush tropical forests and a wide range of wildlife right from large predators to small endemic creatures Home of the majestic Bengal tigers lithe leopards and many other such amazing creatures India offers a wildlife experience that is exhilarating exciting and full of surprisesWilderness Days is a show where Tom Alter takes you across the length and breadth of the country traversing some of the wildest forests to show you footage of unbelievably close encounters of animals with other animals and with humans in their natural habitats It is nature in all its fierce and feral gloryA truly unforgettable series Wilderness Days showcases the best and rawest form of nature from across India and keeps you at the edge of your seat
The Panna National Park is the 22nd tiger reserve of India and contains the last remaining tiger habitat of North Madhya Pradesh In 2009 over 40 tigers disappeared mainly due to poaching and global warming The forest management was quick to come up with a dynamic plan that conquered the issue and in less than 10 years the Panna Reserve once again has more than 50 tigers A story set in a midst of wild canvases of planet earth Emerald Forest Return of the Tigers celebrates a decade of the amazing success that will forever be etched in the conservations hall of fame It also discovers the rich flora and fauna of the region and other wildlife attractions
The Panna National Park is the 22nd tiger reserve of India and contains the last remaining tiger habitat of North Madhya Pradesh In 2009 over 40 tigers disappeared mainly due to poaching and global warming The forest management was quick to come up with a dynamic plan that conquered the issue and in less than 10 years the Panna Reserve once again has more than 50 tigers A story set in a midst of wild canvases of planet earth Emerald Forest Return of the Tigers celebrates a decade of the amazing success that will forever be etched in the conservations hall of fame It also discovers the rich flora and fauna of the region and other wildlife attractions
The city of Balasinor has been a site of attraction for several palaeontologists worldwide to study and research fossils In this documentary host Neha S K Mehta takes us to the Dinosaur Fossil Park situated in this city of Gujarat the 3rd largest dinosaur fossil excavation site in the world This site is the only place in the globe to have 675 million yearsold fossilized dinosaur eggs See them for yourself in Balasinor Rediscover Indias Dinosaurs
A crew visits the Kaziranga National Park to film the Indian Rhinoceros There comes a moment when they are trapped between the tall grass on one side and a herd of elephants on another This incident shifts their interest from the rhinos to the elephants of the National Park all because of Debeshwar Pegu Debeshwar is the Elephant Whisperer working as a Forest Officer who saves the crew from one of the elephants about to charge Discover his story and his special bond with Maya a female elephant living in the National Park
Take an enthralling journey to the untamed corners of our country Wild Wild India is a showcase of Indian wildlife the enthusiasts and activists who support it and the threats it faces Tigers leopards rhinos rare birds adventurers activists find them all and more in this show
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