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Bollywood actors to feature on ‘Star’ every weekend on Times Now
NEW DELHI: The Times Now news channel is commencing today the telecast of ‘Star’, a new show giving a glimpse into the life of Bollywood actors.
Commencing today at 8.00 pm and repeated on Sunday at 12 noon, the first episode will feature the charismatic Ajay Devgn.
The show will take viewers on a candid journey into the life of a Bollywood actor with unrestricted access into the star’s life – unscripted, unrehearsed and uninhibited content.
One hour of exclusive conversation with the actor, more intimate and beyond the vanilla studio appearance, the show will delve straight into their personal life giving the audience a direct access to never seen before life of your favourite actor. The conversation will be in breaks during a shoot, getting ready for a meeting, interacting with fans, travelling for work.
The launch episode showcases an actor who has done it all, from action to comedy to playing the baddie. Star will give the audience a chance to get to know this mysterious superstar who has been known to avoid media.
Part of the first show with Ajay Devgn has been shot in a chartered flight, where Ajay candidly spoke about his preference on the location of his shoots; he is not a fan of outdoor shoots.
Ajay is a family man and always likes to leave the sets by 6 p.m. Night shoots are an absolute no for him. Known for sporting one of the best male bodies in Bollywood, this can be attributed to Ajay following a strict workout regime but he confesses that he cannot quit smoking and alcohol.
Ajay’s explosive revelation came when he admitted on the show his intention to walk away from the limelight in five to six years to take a long break and return back as a strong character artist, the Robert De Niro way.
Star will feature the most successful and exclusive Bollywood actors like Ajay Devgn, Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Sonam Kapoor, Surya, Ayushman, Ramcharan and others in a never seen before avatar and without the proverbial lights, camera, and action! Get to know what really happens behind the scenes, during rehearsals, the truth behind the so called cat-fights.
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News18 India launches Command Centre war explainer with Arya
New show shifts from debates to decoding global conflicts and impacts
MUMBAI: News18 India has rolled out a new war-focused programme, Command Centre, featuring Gaurav Arya, as it looks to offer viewers a sharper, more grounded take on global conflicts amid rising tensions in West Asia.
Positioned as an “insider war room”, the show moves away from conventional panel debates and instead focuses on explaining military developments, decoding strategy and connecting global events to their everyday impact, from fuel prices to economic shifts.
The format leans heavily on visuals and data. The studio has been designed like a command hub, complete with large LED war maps, real-time graphics and an alert system to track developments as they unfold.
At the centre of it all is Arya, who brings his military background to simplify complex war strategies for viewers. His signature line, “Seedhi baat samjhiye”, anchors the show’s promise of clarity over noise.
News18 India managing editor Jyoti Kamal said, “Command Centre, featuring Major Gaurav Arya is designed to deliver accurate insights and a clear perspective on how evolving conflicts impact everyday life, from household budgets to national security. With expert voices analysing every development in real time, the show goes beyond headlines to decode what’s happening now, what it means, and what could come next.”
Echoing the intent, Gaurav Arya added, “In times of war, confusion is the biggest threat. With News18 India’s Command Centre, we are bringing viewers inside the war room, decoding strategies, tracking every escalation, and explaining, in the simplest terms, what it means for India and for every household. Seedhi baat samjhiye, this is where you understand not just what is happening, but what happens next.”
The weekday show will air in the afternoon slot and will also feature Gaurav Shukla, adding to its editorial depth.
With its mix of analysis, visuals and a clear focus on impact, the show reflects a broader shift in news consumption. Viewers are no longer just watching events unfold, they are looking to understand what those events mean for them.
