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Janmat’s ‘Commercial Break’ to feature Balki on 21 January
MUMBAI: Today, advertisement shows find a suitable television spot. The views channel Janmat, has also introduced a show about the world of advertising through Commercial Break. In the forthcoming show on 21 January the show will feature the National Creative of Lowe, R. Balakrishnan who will speak on various advertising myths.
The show anchored by Priti Gupta, had been introduced six weeks back.The show will be aired at 7.30 p.m. Among other things, Balakrishnan’s explains the behind-the-scenes action while changing the Liril anthem. “And as for Amitabh Bachchan, there is no contest, he is bigger than any product in the market,” says Balki, as he is popularly addressed, informs an official release.
The repeat is telecast on Sunday the following day at 11 am. In the past, the half hourly format of Commercial Break covered leading ad agencies every week. The show also features the agency’s memorable works, awards won and ad creatives that go behind creating advertising campaigns and commercials.
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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.
