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Explore Sony BBC Earth’s May lineup featuring Hans Zimmer and more
Mumbai: This May, Sony BBC Earth brings forth an exciting lineup of content, promising a summer packed with intrigue, adventure, and enlightenment. The channel is all set to premiere the remarkable journey of ‘Hans Zimmer: A Hollywood Rebel’ from a post-war prodigy to a Hollywood legend, the secrets of defying aging in the ‘Secrets Of The Superagers’, along with captivating tales of our planet’s wonders and human resilience in ‘Joanna’s Anthology Series’.
Unraveling the mysteries of aging with ‘Secrets Of The Superagers’, Dr. Michael Mosley discovers the secrets of those who defy aging, meeting extraordinary individuals from China to Italy who exhibit remarkable vitality in their golden years. It delves into the unique outlooks on life, diverse diets and cultural behaviors contributing to their longevity, and insights into the science of aging gracefully. The show is premiering on the 18 May every Saturday and Sunday at 9:00 am.
The diverse content line-up will take viewers through the extraordinary life and unparalleled career of cinema’s maestro, Hans Zimmer, in ‘Hans Zimmer: A Hollywood Rebel’. This show will share highlights of the journey of a post-war German prodigy who rose to fame in Hollywood for film scoring. Viewers will witness the groundbreaking compositions and the creative process of creating the iconic score for ‘Frozen Planet II’. In the show, Zimmer dives into the mesmerizing melodies defining contemporary cinema. The show is premiering on the 19 May at 12:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
Following the trailblazing tale of Zimmer’s legacy, next in line is ‘Joanna’s Anthology Series’. This anthology promises to immerse viewers in a series of captivating stories, each unveiling the wonders of our planet, from the depths of the Amazon rainforest to the peaks of the Himalayas. It will feature a range of episodes, including ‘Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure, Great Cities of the World, Silk Road, and India. The series will go live on the channel on 20 May at 10:00 pm.
This May, mark your calendars to watch, ‘Secrets Of The Superagers’, ‘Hans Zimmer: A Hollywood Rebel’, and ‘Joanna’s Anthology Series’ only on Sony BBC Earth.
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.
