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American artistes show united front through yet another planned spectacular
Concerts to show solidarity with victims of the terrorist attacks in America appear to be the order of the day. The latest one is happening comes courtesy Clear Channel Entertainment which will bear the cost of production. The concert is called ‘United We Stand’.
The eight-hour music festival will be held Sunday, October 21, at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC, beginning at noon EST.
It is widely acknowledged that music is the language that people listen to triumph and sadness. Some artistes who have already confirmed their participation include the King of Pop Michael Jackson, Rolling Stones legend Mick Jagger, the group that never gets old Aerosmith, boy group N’SYNC and the man who loves to live la vida loca Ricky Martin.
Sale of Tickets will commence from Friday and will be available by visiting all Ticketmaster outlets or www.CC.com. Money raised will be donated to the American Red Cross Relief Fund, the Pentagon Relief Fund and The Salvation Army Relief Fund.
MUMBAI: Lights, camera… connection because this time, the game isn’t just about winning, it’s about who’s with you. Sony Pictures Networks India is gearing up to launch a new reality game show, Tum Ho Naa, expanding its unscripted slate with a format that promises both emotion and engagement.
The show will premiere soon on Sony Entertainment Television and stream on Sony LIV, with Rajeev Khandelwal stepping in as host. Known for his measured screen presence and selective choices, Khandelwal’s return to television adds a layer of familiarity and credibility to the upcoming format.
While specific details of the gameplay remain under wraps, the positioning suggests a reality format that leans as much on emotional resonance as it does on competition, an increasingly popular blend in Indian television, where audiences are gravitating towards content that offers both stakes and storytelling.
Khandelwal, reflecting on his return, noted that his choices have often been guided by instinct rather than convention, describing Tum Ho Naa as a project that feels “close to the heart”. His association also signals Sony’s continued focus on anchoring new formats with recognisable faces who bring both relatability and depth.
The launch comes at a time when broadcasters are doubling down on original non-fiction formats to drive appointment viewing, even as digital platforms expand parallel reach. By placing the show across both linear television and OTT, Sony appears to be aiming for a dual-audience strategy capturing traditional viewers while engaging digital-first consumers.
As the countdown to premiere begins, Tum Ho Naa positions itself not just as another game show, but as a reminder that sometimes, the biggest prize on screen isn’t the jackpot, it’s the journey shared along the way.
