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National Geographic,. Star Plus,. Star Bharat & Hotstar join forces to showcase India’s mission to the Moon to Indians across the globe
MUMBAI: India will be carving a place for itself among the world's space faring nations with ISRO's Chandrayaan 2 landing as it attempts to become the fourth country to land on the moon after the former Soviet Union, US and China. If successful, Chandrayaan 2 will be the southernmost lunar landing ever on the moon's surface. This will be a moment of national pride for India and to celebrate it, National Geographic, Star Plus, Star Bharat and Hotstar have come together to telecast the Chandrayaan 2 landing to viewers across 100+ countries.
National Geographic has a rich legacy in pushing the boundaries of exploration and bringing it alive through credible and immersive storytelling over the last 131 years.Star Plus and Star Bharat have built love among Indians through new and innovative stories that stimulate change. The coming together of these stellar forces aims at uniting Indians across 100+ countries to witness this historic mission.
"This event will be a historic and immensely proud moment for India. What ISRO and the team of scientists have achieved is nothing short of spectacular. The Star network believes in inspiring its viewers with path breaking content and we are delighted to provide our audience with the chance to witness the historic moment live" said Sanjay Gupta, Country Manager- Star & Disney India
This milestone event will also include spectacular visuals, trivia and expert interviews to demystify the mission in an immersive and authentic way. The show will be telecast live on National Geographic, Hotstar,Star Plus and Star Bharat in India on September 6, 2019 from
11.30 PM1ST (6:00PMGMD, one hour before the scheduled touchdown. It will also air across
100+ countries and will be available to viewers on Hotstar anytime, anywhere.
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.
