Factual
History TV 18 to air ‘OMG ! Yeh Mera India’
MUMBAI: History TV18 is all set to redefine factual entertainment with a one-of-its-kind local show OMG! Yeh Mera India. The show will be showcasing ‘OMG’ facts about its people and places; all packaged into weekly half hour episodes hosted by well known actor and stand-up comedian Krushna Abhishek.
The treatment of the show will be refreshing. It will showcase facts ranging from the world’s biggest family in Mizoram, to a ‘visa’ temple in Andhra Pradesh, to a soldier who can perform difficult yoga-postures while riding a moving motorcycle. The core idea of the show is to increase engagement and conversations among its social media community.
Speaking on the occasion A+E Networks TV18 VP and head of marketing Sangeetha Aiyer said, “Ever since our launch, we’ve pushed the envelope on all aspects to delight the viewer and I think OMG! Yeh Mera India best epitomises our efforts. Our main objective has been to present India – with all its vibrancy and idiosyncrasies – in a fun, relatable manner that is totally immersive for the entire family. With OMG! Yeh Mera India, we plan to create a lasting Indian franchise which is a first of sorts for our category besides- of-course bringing in more viewers and grow entire the genre.”
As part of the initiative, History TV18 also plans to create an engaging digital initiative to drive user-generated content on its social media ecosystem. The show will invite participation from viewers to share their stories from their neighbourhood and the shortlisted stories will be featured in the final episode.
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.
