Crime
Life OK to show real police in action in weekly crime show, without any re-enactment
NEW DELHI: For the first time, a private television channel will run a weekly series on crime where it follows actual policemen as they solve various crimes and face different situations. The show will be telecast from 22 June every weekend at 7.00 pm.
Although crime shows on TV are common with almost every channel, the show Police Dial 100 based in Delhi and telecast on Life OK will have the team from Endemol following policemen as they attempt to solve crimes.
Commenting on the series, Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar who was accompanied by several senior personnel at a press meet here stressed that there were no re-enactments and the working of the police had been shown exactly as it was happening. He quipped at one stage that he had been astonished to discover that some of his men were good actors, since they faced the camera without any hesitation.
At the same time, he appreciated the media team, though he admitted he had been apprehensive at first about allowing them as he felt ‘things may go wrong’.
Life OK GM Ajit Thakur said he had never imagined that a media team could do this, but he said the series will make the people feel safer as it showed the police as it actually worked to combat crime.
“Police forces have a tough job of maintaining law and order, especially in densely populated Indian cities such as Delhi and Mumbai. Police Dial 100 is Life OK’s effort to delve deeper into the functioning law enforcing agencies and capturing on camera the highly stressful lives our police forces lead. The one-of-its-kind show in India will showcase things that are often not discussed on camera. The series is not based on any script and will not feature dramatisation or enactments, but will only capture reality as it happens in the police’s world. We are confident that the audience will be thrilled to see our real life heroes on camera.”
Endemol India Deepak Dhar MD and CEO said, “Endemol has always broken the mould when it comes to new and innovative programming. For the first time in the history of Indian television we present a show that explores the real world of cops and crime. Our cameras have captured the activities of the police force, working to solve a case in real time.” He said this was real TV, not reality TV. He said if the show proves successful, the Endemol team was prepared to follow the police in other cities as they solve crime.
Mumbai: Amidst the frequent headlines featuring heinous crimes, Ishara, the general entertainment channel under the IN10 Media Network umbrella, is shedding light on these grim stories through its new crime show – Crime Files – Rahe Khabardar! Bane Hoshiyar! – aiming to raise awareness among viewers.
The show, hosted by actor Ravi Kishan, who will serve as the guiding presence throughout the series in the role of the ‘sutradhar’, will present crime narratives from various corners of the country, urging people to remain vigilant in their daily lives. Each episode will lead viewers through peculiar and captivating cases that have occurred within our society – spanning from commonplace situations to more intricate, contemporary issues like online scams, and beyond.
The distinctive feature of this crime show lies in its storytelling, where human tales, relationships, optimism, and trust are shattered as crime infiltrates ordinary lives. The narrative centers around characters who are relatable and grounded, reflecting us and the world we live in.
Expressing his thoughts on hosting the show, Kishan, who has portrayed various characters and delved into the minds of many people over the last 31 years of being an actor said, “As an informed citizen of this nation, it is not only my responsibility but everyone’s duty to acknowledge the escalating crime rate and educate people to combat it, thereby fostering a crime-free society. Crime is an unfortunate reality, and I want to use this platform to raise awareness and inspire change. I was delighted to come on board as the show’s host, as I believe I can encourage people to be more observant of their surroundings and take action to save lives. I request people to tune in and fight against crime.”
In line with the brand’s commitment to delivering top-notch content across various genres, this show will further enrich the channel’s offerings. Crime Files – Rahe Khabardar! Bane Hoshiyar! will broadcast every Monday to Friday at 10:00 pm on the channel, starting 30th October 2023.
