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Warner Bros Discovery bags four wins at Asian Academy Creative Awards 2024
Mumbai: Warner Bros Discovery has announced its win for Secrets of Buddha Relics and I Should Have Stayed at Home as the national entrees representing India, at the Asian Academy Creative Awards 2024, across four categories. The awards considered the pinnacle of creative excellence in the Asia-Pacific region, further highlight Warner Bros Discovery’s commitment to storytelling excellence and innovative content that entertains global audiences.
Secrets of Buddha Relics was bestowed awards in two categories – best documentary (one-off), as well as best factual presenter for the multitalented Manoj Bajpayee, whose compelling narration brought depth to the series and captivated audiences. I Should Have Stayed at Home, on the other hand, received two awards in the best unscripted entertainment and best infotainment categories, respectively.
Celebrating the awards, Warner Bros Discovery, South Asia, head of factual lifestyle cluster Sai Abishek said, “We are honoured to receive these prestigious accolades at the Asian Academy Creative Awards 2024. These awards are a testament to our relentless pursuit of creative storytelling and the incredible dedication of our teams and collaborators. Secrets of Buddha Relics and I Should Have Stayed at Home reflect our commitment to delivering quality and thought-inducing content that resonates deeply with audiences, not only in South Asia but across the globe. These awards further encourage us to push boundaries and explore new narratives that inform, inspire, and entertain.”
Secrets of Buddha Relics explores the final days of Gautam Buddha and the relics that shaped modern Buddhism. Voiced by actor Manoj Bajpayee, the documentary delves into the origins and cultural significance of these relics, revealing how they became symbols of devotion and enlightenment.
I Should Have Stayed at Home follows two brothers, Sid and Shanky, who find themselves stranded in a remote landscape. Cut off from technology, they must rely on their instincts and survival skills to return home. The show highlights their challenges and tests their bond, creating a thrilling journey.
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Swiggy sees record orders during India vs New Zealand T20 final
Chicken biryani tops match-day menu as fans order 7,500 times per minute at peak.
MUMBAI: India’s T20 final didn’t just break stumps, it broke Swiggy’s delivery records, proving cricket fans celebrate victories with plates, not just flags. Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, reported a sharp spike in food orders during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand. On 8 March 2026, overall orders rose 23.2 per cent year-on-year compared with the same date in 2025, driven by fans turning living rooms into mini stadiums complete with match-day feasts.
Key highlights from the evening:
- Orders during peak match hours (7–10 pm) were 2.1 times higher than pre-match levels.
- The highest order rate hit 7,500 orders per minute at 19:45.
- Chicken biryani reigned supreme as the most-ordered dish, followed by masala dosa, chicken fried rice, garlic breadsticks and paneer butter masala.
While metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai and Hyderabad led volumes, the cricketing fever spread nationwide. Among emerging cities, Thiruvananthapuram, Surat and Rajkot recorded the strongest order growth. Smaller markets including Shillong, Agartala and Port Blair also showed significant appetite, underlining the expanding footprint of quick-commerce food delivery across India.
The surge reflects a growing trend of pairing major sporting events with doorstep delivery, turning big matches into shared, convenient celebrations. In a night where every boundary mattered, Swiggy proved the real MVP might just be the delivery partner who kept the snacks and the vibes flowing without missing a single wicket.
