GECs
Star Vijay TV strengthens its weekday programming with two non-fiction shows
MUMBAI: Star India’s Tamil general entertainment channel Vijay TV is all set to strengthen its nonfiction programming with two new shows.
The upcoming stunt-reality show Achcham Thavir is all set to go live on Vijay TV from 2 June. The show will be aired at the 7pm time slot from Thursday – Sunday. The shows involves small screen celebrities taking part in reality shows and performing extraordinary and thrilling tasks. The show has Tamil female film and television actor Divya Dharshini as the anchor.
Another show, that the channel has launched on 30 May was Neengalum Vellalam Oru Kodi Tamil version of KBC which is aired at the 7pm time slot.
“A Star Studded line up lead by the Stylish Arvind Swamy to host the popular KBC Tamil and film celebrities doing daredevilry , the Tamil TV audience is sure to get enough and more of their Daily entertainment . What better way than to Start the Week and the Season with KBC and Arvind Swamy who’s on a phenomenal comeback in the entertainment Industry and is already a chartbuster. This is just the beginning of Bigger things to come, ” Star Vijay TV programming head Pradeep Milroy Peter.
Talking to Indiantelevision.com, Star Vijay TV general manager K Sriram said, “Daily soaps dominate Tamil Television’s weekday’s prime slots and the canvas for most soaps barring the Vijay TV Soaps have remained the same for years now . Star Vijay took a leap when is begun to telecast non fictional programs during weekday’s prime slots. Neengalum Vellalam Oru Kodi and Achcham Thavir will multiply this genre offering on Prime time many fold . People want to move away from one dimensional Product offerings.”
Competition based reality shows provides opportunity to people to showcase their talent. Whereas Factual entertainment shows is a genre of non-fiction television programming that documents actual events and people. Popular shows such as Kaun Banega Crorepati, Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi are also part of this kind of programming.
Star Vijay television is one of the channels which brought the concept of reality shows into Tamil television industry and it was successful too. Shows like Jodi No 1 and Super Singer has touched record breaking numbers in television rating points in Tamil Nadu. Super Singer had many seasons but it still tops the list.
Produced by Big Synergy, Neengalum Vellalam Oru Kodi has roped in Amazon.in as the entitlement sponsor title. The show is powered by Idea 4G and Arun Excello, co-presented Chennais Amirtha, VBJ Chennai and Chennai silks. The show will be hosted by star celebrity the suave and handsome, Aravind Swamy.
Speaking about the marketing planning, Star Vijay TV marketing & strategics planning SVP, R. Balachandran said, ” The Channel in the new measurement environment understands the need to cut across audiences across cities and towns as today the Viewer residing in smaller towns dictate the Viewership charts. The two properties are potential blockbusters as far as audience traction across Popstrata is concerned. An extensive and innovative marketing plan would ensure that Vijay TV surges ahead further in the cluttered and aggressive Tamil GEC and more importantly the launches are an assurance that the brand Vijay will always remain a forerunner in providing unique and alternate entertainment.”
GECs
Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
