Rudaali is based on a short story by renowned author Mahashweta Devi The film is a riveting tale set in Rajasthan India of a young woman Shanichari’s life and her inclusion in the group of professional woman mourners The music by Bhupen Hazarika is widely celebrated and considered haunting and enthralling till date Rudaali is directed by the fierce Kalpani Lajmi a celebrated filmmaker who advocated the cause of woman emancipation in all her artistic endeavors
Salim the young man with a limp inhabits a twilight zone At one level he belongs to a respectable proud though desperately poor family Salim’s roots go deep into this congested impoverished Muslim neighbourhood But Salim has also discovered another world a world of deceptive charm and fatal allurement – organized crime where a little intimidation flashing of a knife unspoken threats of concrete ‘mob’ action bring in quick easy bucks Tears and the price to be paid come later
The film is an adaptation of a play by Henrik Ibsen An Enemy of the People Dr Ashoke Gupta is the head of a town hospital Gupta’s younger brother Nisith is the head of the committees running the hospital and a temple Dr Gupta is convinced that the holy water of the temple is contaminated due to faulty pipe laying that causes an epidemic in town He warns his brother Nisith Nisith the Industrialist and other town officials reject the idea that holy water might be the cause of the epidemic Left with no alternative Dr Gupta organises a public meeting that is also sabotaged And Dr Gupta is proclaimed an enemy of the people
Power Foods is a show where youll witness some unseen power of the superfoods transformed into an unique dish
Ghare Baire is symbolic of a philosophical revolution in pre – independent Bengal Ray brings out the pros cons of the Swadeshi movement through the charismatic Swadeshi leader Sandip who fights for the cause by basing his parasite like existence on Nikhil a liberal who urges his wife Bimala to explore and expand her understanding of the world beyond him Nikhil quietly pushes Bimala towards discovering her world at the cost of witnessing her falling in love with another man Ghare Baire is a story of the trials tribulations of the human mind coming to terms with its own learning
The story of Baghdadi Jews of Calcutta takes a trajectory very different from the stories of persecution and victimization we all have grown up hearing and watching in movies The Jewish community of Calcutta was small but influential and prosperous Today just a handful of them are left
Half a century ago Rajasthan India Not the Rajasthan of sand dunes but of barren mountains stunted Khejari trees and painted mansions The land of Shekhavati A couple in search of a cure for their seven year old ailing daughter Jassu Kaka a village elder who knows the cure but guides them to Sukku Baba a Fakir living in the desert A village where no girl child survives beyond the age of seven An old woman in the twilight zone of sanity and madness the only symbol of compassion in a village torn by greed and intolerance A woman fighting for the rights of her child even after her own death An old well from which ghosts of the past emerge A community confessing its crimes long forgotten An absolution for the sinners A Tarpan for the departed souls
Living in his ancestral mansion in a jungle Raja Saheb a widower passes his time hunting Once with a tribal boy and with his guests—two couples—he goes on a hunting spree On the way some strange things happen which push everyone into deep introspection
To save her kingdom and its only heir from the clutches of the British Rani Laxmi Bai of Jhansi goes on a war against them Despite facing an unbeatable army she fights with courage and wits and gives the ultimate sacrifice thereby becoming Indias greatest revolutionary
This movie traces the journey of Gautam Buddhas miraculous birth marriage his path towards enlightenment Based on Dr Babasaheb Ambedkars book The Buddha His righteousness
When Suppandi is asked to get running shoes can you imagine what he does Can you guess how old the sun is With EPIC ONs shows like Suppandi and Friends Anu Club Rapunzel Cinderella its always time for laughter joy and a lot of masti So grab a bowl of popcorn and get ready for unlimited fun
Filmmaker Rohan Thakur visits the Himalayas to go on a journey of self discovery Travel with him through the seven valleys of the Lower Himalayan Ranges and explore the music culture and lifestyle that showcase the regions stunning diversity What are you waiting for Pack your backs and get ready to watch some of Indias unseen sites on Epic On
Ghare Baire is symbolic of a philosophical revolution in pre – independent Bengal Ray brings out the pros cons of the Swadeshi movement through the charismatic Swadeshi leader Sandip who fights for the cause by basing his parasite like existence on Nikhil a liberal who urges his wife Bimala to explore and expand her understanding of the world beyond him Nikhil quietly pushes Bimala towards discovering her world at the cost of witnessing her falling in love with another man Ghare Baire is a story of the trials tribulations of the human mind coming to terms with its own learning
The film spans 56 out of Gandhi’s 79 years It starts with his days in South Africa where Gandhi is seen as a young attorney who is thrown out of a first class compartment in spite of having a valid ticket Angered at this humiliation Gandhi decides to protest for the rights of Indians and other coloured people It is here that he meets with his first success His fame spreads to India and he is invited to return home to take part in the freedom struggle On arrival he is shocked at the poverty in the country and undertakes to travel all over the country to witness at first hand the atrocities of the British Empire Gandhi’s struggle to win freedom for India through his nonviolent approach his belief that men are more good than evil and his spiritual ideas all form a part of this saga the biography of a fascinating world leader both spiritual and political
Half a century ago Rajasthan India Not the Rajasthan of sand dunes but of barren mountains stunted Khejari trees and painted mansions The land of Shekhavati A couple in search of a cure for their seven year old ailing daughter Jassu Kaka a village elder who knows the cure but guides them to Sukku Baba a Fakir living in the desert A village where no girl child survives beyond the age of seven An old woman in the twilight zone of sanity and madness the only symbol of compassion in a village torn by greed and intolerance A woman fighting for the rights of her child even after her own death An old well from which ghosts of the past emerge A community confessing its crimes long forgotten An absolution for the sinners A Tarpan for the departed souls
Acharya Udupa is a vedic scholar running a residential school a gurukul An austere man demanding rigorous discipline from the novices under training he accepts the latest disciple Nanni with the utmost reluctance Nanni’s training begins at two levels the formal one with the Acharya informal one with a couple of fellow novices Also living with Udupa is Yamuna his young daughter a widow whose life has a secret side to it She is in love with the local schoolmaster – a forbidden abhorrent idea for the Brahmin society One night during the Acharya’s absence from the village Yamuna has an intimate meeting with the schoolmaster She becomes pregnant and something terrible follows in an orthodox Brahminical society
Living in his ancestral mansion in a jungle Raja Saheb a widower passes his time hunting Once with a tribal boy and with his guests—two couples—he goes on a hunting spree On the way some strange things happen which push everyone into deep introspection
After years of painstaking research at the cost of his domestic pleasure Dr Dipankar Roy discovers a vaccine for leprosy News is flashed over television and overnight an insignificant junior doctor receives international recognition After suffering humiliation at the hands of his seniors Dr Roy suffers a mild heart attack His wife and a few colleagues stand by him but Dr Roy is transferred to a remote village The last straw is two American doctors receiving credit for discovering the same vaccine
Arvind Desai is the only son of a rich businessman who deals in luxury handicraft products His feelings for his father are mixed While he hates his dominating nature he admires his power and lack of scruples He has long discussions on art and politics with a Marxist friend He is seeing his fathers secretary Alice and sometimes he visits a prostitute Fatima His marriage is arranged to a girl from a highclass family much to Alices mother’s dismay she realizes that Alice was nothing more than a passing fancy for Arvind
Young bachelor Manik Mulla a railway mail service employee stays in an old part of Allahabad His friends gather in his house to listen to his realistic – surrealistic – moralistic stories which lead to polemics – social political literary discussions The film provides an interesting study of how a work of literature is transformed into a film that reflects on multiple aspects of life
Three collegians bred on western pop culture are obsessed with migrating to America and are always dreaming up weird schemes to get there Their plans lead to them being trapped in numerous hilarious situations After mishaps galore the trio come to realize that the American dream is just an illusion… or do they
Rajanna and Geeta arrive in the city in the fond hope of building a cosy little home When they discover just such a house their happiness knows no bounds Things are fine till one day a workshop opens up next door and brings with it a wide variety of sounds When the noise crosses the bounds of tolerance Rajanna is indignant but cannot do much until he discovers that his wife has achieved the impossible task of getting the shed vacated but only by yielding to the demands of the police inspector Rajanna now wants to take Geeta away from the environment He seeks the help of the workmen who had earlier occupied the shed but discovers that their slum is being demolished to make way for a multinational
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
After years of painstaking research at the cost of his domestic pleasure Dr Dipankar Roy discovers a vaccine for leprosy News is flashed over television and overnight an insignificant junior doctor receives international recognition After suffering humiliation at the hands of his seniors Dr Roy suffers a mild heart attack His wife and a few colleagues stand by him but Dr Roy is transferred to a remote village The last straw is two American doctors receiving credit for discovering the same vaccine
Young bachelor Manik Mulla a railway mail service employee stays in an old part of Allahabad His friends gather in his house to listen to his realistic – surrealistic – moralistic stories which lead to polemics – social political literary discussions The film provides an interesting study of how a work of literature is transformed into a film that reflects on multiple aspects of life
The film spans 56 out of Gandhi’s 79 years It starts with his days in South Africa where Gandhi is seen as a young attorney who is thrown out of a first class compartment in spite of having a valid ticket Angered at this humiliation Gandhi decides to protest for the rights of Indians and other coloured people It is here that he meets with his first success His fame spreads to India and he is invited to return home to take part in the freedom struggle On arrival he is shocked at the poverty in the country and undertakes to travel all over the country to witness at first hand the atrocities of the British Empire Gandhi’s struggle to win freedom for India through his nonviolent approach his belief that men are more good than evil and his spiritual ideas all form a part of this saga the biography of a fascinating world leader both spiritual and political
Sunil an NRI married to an American girl is returning to Kolkata after 15 years to see his father who has never reconciled to his marriage A shock awaits him when he learns that his father has disappeared and no one knows where he has gone The only people who could know are his sister Ruma who lives in Banaras his younger brother Anil in Mumbai and their old servant Sambhu With a deep sense of guilt Sunil hits upon a clue that suggests his father had spent the last few years at an old age home near Kolkata The final blow is the discovery that his father had died a few months earlier and had been cremated because no one had claimed the body It is at the home that Sunil meets Satyababu who tells him that his father cared more for his children than they did for him
Rajanna and Geeta arrive in the city in the fond hope of building a cosy little home When they discover just such a house their happiness knows no bounds Things are fine till one day a workshop opens up next door and brings with it a wide variety of sounds When the noise crosses the bounds of tolerance Rajanna is indignant but cannot do much until he discovers that his wife has achieved the impossible task of getting the shed vacated but only by yielding to the demands of the police inspector Rajanna now wants to take Geeta away from the environment He seeks the help of the workmen who had earlier occupied the shed but discovers that their slum is being demolished to make way for a multinational
Arvind Desai is the only son of a rich businessman who deals in luxury handicraft products His feelings for his father are mixed While he hates his dominating nature he admires his power and lack of scruples He has long discussions on art and politics with a Marxist friend He is seeing his fathers secretary Alice and sometimes he visits a prostitute Fatima His marriage is arranged to a girl from a highclass family much to Alices mother’s dismay she realizes that Alice was nothing more than a passing fancy for Arvind
Half a century ago Rajasthan India Not the Rajasthan of sand dunes but of barren mountains stunted Khejari trees and painted mansions The land of Shekhavati A couple in search of a cure for their seven year old ailing daughter Jassu Kaka a village elder who knows the cure but guides them to Sukku Baba a Fakir living in the desert A village where no girl child survives beyond the age of seven An old woman in the twilight zone of sanity and madness the only symbol of compassion in a village torn by greed and intolerance A woman fighting for the rights of her child even after her own death An old well from which ghosts of the past emerge A community confessing its crimes long forgotten An absolution for the sinners A Tarpan for the departed souls
Jairaj and Ratna two dancers past their prime are exponents of the classical Indian dance form called Bharatnatyam They live in an antiquefilled mansion in Bangalore that once belonged to Jairaj’s autocratic father Amritlal Parekh As a young couple Ratna and Jairaj faced many challenges Being financially dependent on Amritlal and living under his roof they were often exposed to his ire Amritlal believed like many who were less knowledgeable that Bharatnatyam was the craft of prostitutes In his opinion no selfrespecting person let alone a man should perform such a dance Some two decades later Jairaj and Ratna are now forced to confront their troubled past as Lata their daughter prepares for her arangetram or debut as a dancer Into this memory laden house Lata brings her fiance Vishal to meet her parents Exposed to an environment alien to his own Vishal in some ways acts as a catalyst to reveal the dark secrets of the family’s relationships and its generational conflicts
The film deals with an individual’s ordeal in the face of an indifferent establishment It revolves around the payment of an electricity bill for a farm pumpsetVelu owns a small sugarcane field and has immense faith in the establishment in this case the Electricity Board to condone a delay in payment of his electricity bill But when the power is severed he and his wife Sita are devastated Friends and well wishers raise their hands helplessly and can only offer suggestions for restoration of power Help comes finally from the most unexpected quarters Their neighbour Radha who is looked down upon by the villagers restores the power and reinforces one’s faith in basic human values
Dharavi in Bombay is the largest slum in Asia In subhuman living conditions each man is for himself aspiring to make it for himself Bollywood supplies fantasies to them Dharavi is the story of Rajkaran a taxi driver who falls into a labyrinth of urban dreams
This film evokes the effect of years of subordination of the struggling classes It is about the signs of simmering fire and about cleft tongues that want to rise in unison about the possibility of inchoate desire and the first cry of love
Acharya Udupa is a vedic scholar running a residential school a gurukul An austere man demanding rigorous discipline from the novices under training he accepts the latest disciple Nanni with the utmost reluctance Nanni’s training begins at two levels the formal one with the Acharya informal one with a couple of fellow novices Also living with Udupa is Yamuna his young daughter a widow whose life has a secret side to it She is in love with the local schoolmaster – a forbidden abhorrent idea for the Brahmin society One night during the Acharya’s absence from the village Yamuna has an intimate meeting with the schoolmaster She becomes pregnant and something terrible follows in an orthodox Brahminical society
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
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
Navy day is observed on 4 December every year to celebrate the achievements and the role of the naval force in the daredevil attack on the Pakistani naval base in Karachi The war of 1971 was a military conflict between India and Pakistan The Indian Navy started the covert naval operations which were executed successfully Overall the Indian Navys attack was carefully planned and well executed Operation Trident has often been described by experts as one of the most brilliantly planned operations in the history of naval warfare INS Nipat INS Nirghat INS Veer and INS Vidyut were part of the killer squadron that was assigned with the task of sealing the fate of the Karachi harbor The crew communicated in Russian making it difficult to for the enemy crew to intercept The attack was a complete surprise and a shock to Pakistans Armed Forces Command The operation was considered an enormous success for the Indian Navy with no casualties or damage to the Indian task group which returned safely back to Indian ports
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
Turning Point at Tololing is a documentary by General GD Bakshi detailing Indian Armys first major win during the Kargil War of 1999 India was caught unawares by the sudden offensive by the Pakistani Army while the then PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee was engaging in peace talks with Nawaz Sharif How did the Indian Army fight back this sudden and aggressive attack by the enemy in the unforgiving Himalayan terrain Recapturing Tololing Peak was a major turning point which eventually ensured Indias victory in one the toughest wars fought by the Indian Army in postindependence India
The story of Baghdadi Jews of Calcutta takes a trajectory very different from the stories of persecution and victimization we all have grown up hearing and watching in movies The Jewish community of Calcutta was small but influential and prosperous Today just a handful of them are left
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
A few rare brands achieve the distinction of becoming truly iconic Royal Enfield is one such legendary brand with a unique story a vintage motorcycle company that has an English pedigree but an Indian upbringing Royal Enfield Bullet is the worlds oldest continuously made motorcycle which has legions of fans and followers who love its sound looks and riding comfort This is the story of the rise fall and rise of Royal Enfield an iconic motorcycle company
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
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
Savita is married to a mild natured man who generally keeps to himself Savita feels trapped in a loveless marriage and yearns for more sexual action She notices the very strong and ruggedly handsome caretaker and begins fantasising about him Will she give into her desires and have a secret liaison with this man in her own backyard
The film is set in 1990’s Rekha moves into a new town with her husband Pradeep They shift into an old house that has been shut for 10 years Pradeep is out the entire day working and Rekha spends her days at home rearranging the house She finds letters addressed to Sumati who stayed with her husband in the same house years back As Rekha starts going through the letters she understands Sumati was very fond of the writer Shankar And that Sumati was ready to do anything for him Rekha tries to get same kind of attention from her husband but fails to do so She wastes the entire day thinking what will please her husband After few letters Rekha understands that Shankar had started controlling Sumati and Sumati felt too insecure Shankar took the advantage until he felt Sumati was starting to demand more out of their relationship and so he declares about his marriage to her Rekha relates well to feelings of Sumati as she herself is overly dependent on Pradeep and it starts to disturb her Sumati ends her life saying she has thought herself to be so incapable that the other could easily take advantage of her And that she forgot what she stood for while trying to please everyone around
What happens when a wife lies to her inlaws that their son has got a job when in reality it is she who goes to office while her unemployed husband manages the household The story tells us about a newlywed couple and how they struggle daily to combat the frustration of unemployment breaking the stereotype of gender bias
Karma has her own way of giving it back Krit a rowdy teenager misbehaves with everyone be it his parents or classmates One day while running away after his misdeed he falls down into a well and spends the entire night alone shouting and crying for help Ironically it is the same boy whom he bullies in classwho comes to his rescue thus teaching him a lesson of a lifetime
Sonia is traumatized by a nasty incident from her childhood and has never really been able to recover from it fully When her past bears down on her present relationship with Aman she decides to travel back home to sort it all out Will Sonia be able to recuperate or will her past continue to haunt her forever
How will Rohangay and Tiara two best buddies deal with their friendhsip being challenged due to their attraction towards the same guy
Ramji Bhai is a middle class man who coowns a supermarket He used to simple living and is found faltering when he is invited to a highclass party for a business meeting His wife is excited to attend the party but he denies her For his son whom Ramji Bhai wants to take along is least interested in the event How will the modest Ramji Bhai cope in this new and daunting environment
The story revolves around a woman who is a caretaker of an old manThe film is an adaptation of The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe
The film is about Sophia and a few minutes from one day of her life Stuck in office past 7pm Sophia struggles to finish an article As the world continues to function around her the film explores the various possibilities in that one moment Every little memory plays out before Sophia and each time a little new information is revealed
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
Inspired by the cult classic starring Robert Corman and Peter Jackson A Bottle of Blood is a fresh take on the classic tale of terror There is something in the wine A retired American Rob is following his dream of making his own wine in a sleepy village in the south of France But his wine is dreadful and the locals savage When a certain catalyst accidently makes its way into one of the wine vats Robs signatures bubbleover into a living hell of madness People will drink irresponsibly and women will die gratuitously But it all boils down to What will Rob do
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
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
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
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
Saamagri Aur Sampatti is an animated series detailing the journey of various commodities that shaped India’s history through their trade usage and spread The history of a few key commodities for India such as pepper silk coffee and cotton are covered in this fascinating9episode series
Char Adhyay is a subtle delineation of human relationships based on a novel by Rabindranath Tagore The energies of painting theatre music and dance come together in this film set in Bengal of the 30s Its narrative and its poetic depiction of pain is unique to Indian art cinema
The film deals with an individual’s ordeal in the face of an indifferent establishment It revolves around the payment of an electricity bill for a farm pumpsetVelu owns a small sugarcane field and has immense faith in the establishment in this case the Electricity Board to condone a delay in payment of his electricity bill But when the power is severed he and his wife Sita are devastated Friends and well wishers raise their hands helplessly and can only offer suggestions for restoration of power Help comes finally from the most unexpected quarters Their neighbour Radha who is looked down upon by the villagers restores the power and reinforces one’s faith in basic human values
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
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
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
Dharavi in Bombay is the largest slum in Asia In subhuman living conditions each man is for himself aspiring to make it for himself Bollywood supplies fantasies to them Dharavi is the story of Rajkaran a taxi driver who falls into a labyrinth of urban dreams
After years of painstaking research at the cost of his domestic pleasure Dr Dipankar Roy discovers a vaccine for leprosy News is flashed over television and overnight an insignificant junior doctor receives international recognition After suffering humiliation at the hands of his seniors Dr Roy suffers a mild heart attack His wife and a few colleagues stand by him but Dr Roy is transferred to a remote village The last straw is two American doctors receiving credit for discovering the same vaccine
Half a century ago Rajasthan India Not the Rajasthan of sand dunes but of barren mountains stunted Khejari trees and painted mansions The land of Shekhavati A couple in search of a cure for their seven year old ailing daughter Jassu Kaka a village elder who knows the cure but guides them to Sukku Baba a Fakir living in the desert A village where no girl child survives beyond the age of seven An old woman in the twilight zone of sanity and madness the only symbol of compassion in a village torn by greed and intolerance A woman fighting for the rights of her child even after her own death An old well from which ghosts of the past emerge A community confessing its crimes long forgotten An absolution for the sinners A Tarpan for the departed souls
Set in contemporary New Delhi the film captures the 5000yearold tradition of passing on the legacy of Hindustani music taught by parent to child by Guru to disciple over generations A young singer’s successful professional life comes to a sudden halt at the death of her mother and teacher The film traces her downfall and recovery through the help of her mother’s guru and a mysterious young girl Tara
Young bachelor Manik Mulla a railway mail service employee stays in an old part of Allahabad His friends gather in his house to listen to his realistic – surrealistic – moralistic stories which lead to polemics – social political literary discussions The film provides an interesting study of how a work of literature is transformed into a film that reflects on multiple aspects of life
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was invited to South Africa in 1893 to settle a case for a wealthy Indian settled there He expected to return in a few months but instead got involved in the freedom movement and eventually stayed for 21 years During those years his ideas took shape and his personal and political philosophy evolved Gandhi’s creed of nonviolence and satyagraha originated in that country The impact of South Africa was incalculable and this film deals with these 21 yearsHis constant search for truth causes hardships for the whole family His public life is equally full of frustrating and difficult experiences He witnesses iniquitous wars as a medical volunteer and is incarcerated in jail during the struggle for Indian rights He emerges from this crucible a Mahatma
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
This film evokes the effect of years of subordination of the struggling classes It is about the signs of simmering fire and about cleft tongues that want to rise in unison about the possibility of inchoate desire and the first cry of love
On the first day of the shooting of his film Pramod introduces the cinematographer ‘M’ to young Sushmita the main actress in the film and her lovely mother Mrs Jyothi Bhat As the shooting progresses the relationships among them start changing Sushmitha starts liking M and starts calling him “Cheta” meaning elder brother in Kerala M decides to cast Sushmita as Asha in the film he is planning to direct Pramod who has so far remained a chronic bachelor though he plays around with girls and makes films on them starts getting a strange and pure feeling towards Sushmita
This is a film about the leader of the 1857 mutiny and his fight against the British rule
Jairaj and Ratna two dancers past their prime are exponents of the classical Indian dance form called Bharatnatyam They live in an antiquefilled mansion in Bangalore that once belonged to Jairaj’s autocratic father Amritlal Parekh As a young couple Ratna and Jairaj faced many challenges Being financially dependent on Amritlal and living under his roof they were often exposed to his ire Amritlal believed like many who were less knowledgeable that Bharatnatyam was the craft of prostitutes In his opinion no selfrespecting person let alone a man should perform such a dance Some two decades later Jairaj and Ratna are now forced to confront their troubled past as Lata their daughter prepares for her arangetram or debut as a dancer Into this memory laden house Lata brings her fiance Vishal to meet her parents Exposed to an environment alien to his own Vishal in some ways acts as a catalyst to reveal the dark secrets of the family’s relationships and its generational conflicts
Sunil an NRI married to an American girl is returning to Kolkata after 15 years to see his father who has never reconciled to his marriage A shock awaits him when he learns that his father has disappeared and no one knows where he has gone The only people who could know are his sister Ruma who lives in Banaras his younger brother Anil in Mumbai and their old servant Sambhu With a deep sense of guilt Sunil hits upon a clue that suggests his father had spent the last few years at an old age home near Kolkata The final blow is the discovery that his father had died a few months earlier and had been cremated because no one had claimed the body It is at the home that Sunil meets Satyababu who tells him that his father cared more for his children than they did for him
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
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
The authority of a man who runs a parallel government in Mumbai is challenged His son rises to face his enemies
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
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
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
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
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
Filmmaker Rohan Thakur visits the Himalayas to go on a journey of self discovery Travel with him through the seven valleys of the Lower Himalayan Ranges and explore the music culture and lifestyle that showcase the regions stunning diversity What are you waiting for Pack your backs and get ready to watch some of Indias unseen sites on Epic On
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
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
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
The story of Baghdadi Jews of Calcutta takes a trajectory very different from the stories of persecution and victimization we all have grown up hearing and watching in movies The Jewish community of Calcutta was small but influential and prosperous Today just a handful of them are left
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
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
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
This film talks about a very ancient tribe in India called the Raj Gonds who are more than 2000years old who live in the state of Telangana Adilabad district this annual event is the most sacred festival for these tribes which they have been following for centuries now and for a surprise no one till date has documented this event
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The story of Roz Sunday begins in Lord Vishnus court as he sentences Raja Harishchandra to spend time on Earth to repent a crime The punishment Enduring the burdens of an ordinary humanlife As the honorable Harishchandra searches for the ideal citizen to inhabit he stumbles upon the unconscious body of Dilavar Singh who is being grieved for by his dear ones But it is only when he inhabits Dilavars body does Harishchandra realize that Dilavar is in fact a much feared and dangerous Don in Mumbai Begging Naarad for an exchange Harishchandra is firmly denied on the grounds that this is now his destiny and he must make the best of the life he has chosenHere begins the story of Roz Sunday where we see Harishchandra making a dishonorable mans life honorable again As Harishchandra lives the life of a criminal he learns the many truths about the human experience and values
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
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
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
We all want to understand the deeper meaning of life and find answers regarding love relations money health career etc Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev brings deep wisdom to all matters of life through his trademark wit and humor Watch him respond to queries not just from his followers but also from wellknown personalities including movie stars union ministers and business leaders
EPIC TV takes you on the journey of most beautiful love story that transpired in Adalaj Gujarat Feel the winds of Gujarat up and close with this video
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Shubhada Varadkar comes from a family where people focus on academics more than anything But her plans were different She inclined herself towards dance and gained proficiency in an Odissi dance form Nothing could stop her from living her dream be it the end of her marriage or cancer
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
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
Sunita Chaudhary has been an autodriver since the past 12 years and is the first woman to do so in the capital of the country Struggling to make ends meet she took odd jobs to earn a living initially Having no support when she decided to become a driver it was her undying spirit that kept her moving
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
Ankur Dharma was born to a family of farmers He was 5 years old when his eyesight started to fade By the time he was 6 years old he lost his eyesight completely But that didnt let his hopes for a better tomorrow die In 2016 he became Indias first blind athlete to participate in the Rio Paralympics
At an early age Gulfam Ahmad was diagnosed with polio and had to give up schooling because of it But he was determined to not let his disability define him In the coming times he won the title of Mr India Wheelchair and is not an athlete comedian and a supermodel
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
Captain Yashika Hatwal Tyagi is a Short Service Commissioned Lady Officer from the initial batches of women to enter the Indian Armed Forces She is the firstever lady officer from the logistics wing to be posted to the high altitude areas of Leh and Kargil Her active participation in operations like “Operation Rhino” and “Operation Vijay” are some more of the remarkable works as a part of the Indian Armed Forces
Param Vir Chakra Awardee Subedar Major Yogendra Singh Yadav got selected in the Indian Army at the mere age of 16 He was 19 years old when he conquered the Tiger Hill in the 1999 Kargil war and became the youngest recipient of the highest military decoration
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 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
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 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 class covers the main types of film producers in the industry today and their roles and responsibilities
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
Raja secretly loves Mona but she is in love with Ravi However Ravis grandmother disapproves of their relationship and asks Mona to forget him and marry someone else
Every corner of the state of Rajasthan is immensely rich in culture and history Utsav is an extract of this culture straight from the streets of Jaipur The Pink City Visit a Rajasthani Mela where multiple forms of art are exhibited and people participate primarily to propagate and preserve the culture of their and our motherland
The story of Roz Sunday begins in Lord Vishnus court as he sentences Raja Harishchandra to spend time on Earth to repent a crime The punishment Enduring the burdens of an ordinary humanlife As the honorable Harishchandra searches for the ideal citizen to inhabit he stumbles upon the unconscious body of Dilavar Singh who is being grieved for by his dear ones But it is only when he inhabits Dilavars body does Harishchandra realize that Dilavar is in fact a much feared and dangerous Don in Mumbai Begging Naarad for an exchange Harishchandra is firmly denied on the grounds that this is now his destiny and he must make the best of the life he has chosenHere begins the story of Roz Sunday where we see Harishchandra making a dishonorable mans life honorable again As Harishchandra lives the life of a criminal he learns the many truths about the human experience and values
There are places in Goa where con artists and players live side by side around casinos A group of swindlers however believed that they could pull off the perfect con and risked everything they could only to get caught in the web of their own making
Our host Ashutosh Rana meets Trishneet Arora from Punjab This unassuming 24yearold is the brain behind TAC Security a cybersecurity company that has been making waves across the world The company works with private and government organizations in India and the US along with a number of multinational companies to prevent cyberattacks on security and improve security using ethical hacking A boy from Ludhiana who did not go to school after standard 8 Trishneet started working in the field of cybersecurity at the age of 14 and started his company when he was 19 In a short span of 5 years he has won innumerable awards put India on the world may for cybersecurity and astounded people with his intellect unique ideas and his zest for being better at what he does Watch Trishneet Arora’s unique and amazingly inspiring journey to being on the list for Forbes 30 Under 30 at just 24 years of age in this EPIC Special
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
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
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
The introduction of currency was a key step in the evolution of civilization As the kingdoms and dynasties across the country rose and fell they left their mark on the currency they produced This series explores the coins minted by each kingdom in Indian history and uses stories about the coins to tell the history of the kingdom itself
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
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
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