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FremantleMedia expands sales catalogue
MUMBAI: Fremantle Archive Sales, the clip sales division of format creator and distributor FremantleMedia has acquired worldwide representation rights for a raft of titles from Flame Television Production.
Flame produces formats in challenging subject areas.
Fremantle Archive Sales business development executive Sam Partner said, “We are delighted to be working with Flame and to add such a broad range of titles to our ever-expanding portfolio of programming. Flame’s catalogue offers some very topical titles, all of which will further diversify our already extensive catalogue and offer our clients an even greater invaluable resource.”
Documentaries acquired as part of the agreement include London’s Olympic Dream. The 45 minute special sees presenter, Kirsty Young, offer up an inside story into London’s 2012 Olympic Bid. Rude London documents a modern look at London and observes just how rude the city has become; Ann Summers Uncovered takes an in-depth look at the high street chain.
Blaming The Jews sees David Aaronovitch present a disturbing look at modern anti-Semitism. Back To Basics takes a serious look at the trend for British children of Caribbean origin being sent back to the Caribbean by their parents for a traditional education.
Factual entertainment titles include Digging For Jesus which sees presenter Nigel Spivey reveal the top ten archaeological discoveries which take us close to the man from Galilee. Cowboys meanwhile investigates the world of unlicensed minicabs drivers.
Light entertainment programmes include Celebrity Swaps sees celebrities transformed with the use of prosthetics, stylists and voice coaching. The Price Of Fame examines the dark side of fame. Cage Combat meanwhile follows the men and women who take part in the sport known as “ultimate combat” fighting.
News Broadcasting
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.
