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J-Lo to localise innovative TV show for the US
MUMBAI: Distraction Formats which specialises in formatting and packaging shows in a unique manner has announced a deal with Jennifer Lopez?s Nuyorican Productions. As per the deal Distraction has sold the format of its show Le Grand Tralala to the singer-cum- actress’ company.
Distraction has stated that the show has done well in France and Spain. On France 2 it is in the process of attaining a 27 per cent market share. On Antena 3 in Spain it is slated to do even better with the goal of a 30 per cent market share.
The show puts an innovative twist to the reality television genre. What is unique is that the host has no preparation, no clues as to what will happen next. He /she is asked to present a prime time entertainment programme without knowing what the content comprises of. It could come in the form of an unprepared interview or could involve presenting absurd news bulletins.
The fun comes in watching the hosts cope with the myriad of technical and production problems like falling sets, a malfunctioning microphone or a camel sauntering across the stage in the middle of a debate. Television producer Simon Fields will be Lopez?s partner on the project. They will produce the US version of the show for Nuyorican. After that they will present the format to networks in the upcoming weeks.
Lopez has in the past appeared on an episode in France. Lopez has said that she wanted to do a US version of the show because she had received such a rush from the live French audience. For her the adrenaline excitement comes from thinking on the spur of the moment.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
