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‘The Bible’ on History TV18 from 24 December
MUMBAI: With Christmas around the corner, History TV18 is all set to enthrall its audience with The Bible. Starting from 24 December at 9 pm, the channel will telecast stories from the Bible, revealing insights into the iconic characters of the Bible.
This 10-part miniseries will feature some of the best-known stories ever written from Noah’s Ark to the Exodus, and the life and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth in the Bible.
The series brings fresh life to the world’s best known book. Instead of presenting the Bible’s epic tales through the lens of faith or religion, this event series immerses the viewer in the stories in a new way. It is told in the first person, from the point of view of the heroes and villains whose decisions shaped both Old and New Testaments. From Abraham to Moses, from Noah to David, through Jesus and the Apostles, The Bible captures the struggles of real people dealing with real issues in a way a modern audience can relate to.
Keith David narrates the series that stars Roma Downey (aka Mother Mary), who also serves as a co-executive producer along with her husband, Mark Burnett, who is the creator and producer of this show. Joining them is the Portuguese TV star Diogo Morgado (aka Jesus), Darwin Shaw (aka Peter) and Sebastian Knapp (aka John).
MUMBAI: India’s most famous hot seat is about to welcome an unlikely first-timer. For the first time on Hindi general entertainment television, industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla will appear on Kaun Banega Crorepati, the iconic quiz show hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.
The special episode marks a rare meeting point of boardroom heft and prime-time television, bringing one of India’s most influential business leaders face to face with the country’s most enduring screen legend. It is a crossover that blends intellect, leadership and popular culture, all under KBC’s familiar spotlight.
Birla’s appearance dovetails neatly with the show’s current theme, Jahaan Akal Hai, Wahan Akad Hai, which celebrates the confidence that comes from clarity of thought and knowledge. His presence lends weight to the idea that sharp thinking and conviction are as vital in life as they are in the quiz chair.
In a thoughtful conversation with Bachchan, Birla shared an upbeat view of India’s economic journey, pointing to the nation’s rapid growth and the scale of opportunity opening up across industries and communities. He spoke of momentum, ambition and a future shaped by enterprise and ideas.
The episode is not all serious talk. In lighter moments, Birla confessed his long-standing admiration for Bachchan, calling him his favourite actor and admitting to a touch of nervousness at answering questions in front of the Shahenshah himself. The candour adds a human touch to a man more often seen in headlines than on television sets.
The special episode airs on Monday, 29 December at 9.00 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.
