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Big B’s train journey inspired by ‘Aaj Ki Raat Hai Zindagi’ creates a stir on social media
MUMBAI: On Sunday morning, the local train commuters from CST to Bhandup were in for a surprise when they saw none other than Amitabh Bachchan in their train. In no time, #BigBAurHeroKaSafar became a trending topic across social media with several people posting pictures and videos of the actor from the train. The hashtag #BigBAurHeroKaSafar was the number one trend nationwide, on Twitter.
Big B was there to support a hero, Saurabh Nimbkar who featured on his show, ‘Aaj Ki Raat Hai Zindagi’. He was impressed by Saurabh who sings in the train to raise funds for cancer patients, and wanted to join in for this noble cause.
He not only cheered for Saurabh but sang along with him, leaving the crowds in a frenzy. The frenzy evidently wasn’t just limited to the train compartment, but spread across social media with several people appreciating this gesture or expressing how surprised they were.
‘Aaj Ki Raat Hai Zindagi’ which celebrates life and the small joys it offers, airs on Star Plus and hotstar, every Sunday at 8pm
MUMBAI: Lights, camera… connection because this time, the game isn’t just about winning, it’s about who’s with you. Sony Pictures Networks India is gearing up to launch a new reality game show, Tum Ho Naa, expanding its unscripted slate with a format that promises both emotion and engagement.
The show will premiere soon on Sony Entertainment Television and stream on Sony LIV, with Rajeev Khandelwal stepping in as host. Known for his measured screen presence and selective choices, Khandelwal’s return to television adds a layer of familiarity and credibility to the upcoming format.
While specific details of the gameplay remain under wraps, the positioning suggests a reality format that leans as much on emotional resonance as it does on competition, an increasingly popular blend in Indian television, where audiences are gravitating towards content that offers both stakes and storytelling.
Khandelwal, reflecting on his return, noted that his choices have often been guided by instinct rather than convention, describing Tum Ho Naa as a project that feels “close to the heart”. His association also signals Sony’s continued focus on anchoring new formats with recognisable faces who bring both relatability and depth.
The launch comes at a time when broadcasters are doubling down on original non-fiction formats to drive appointment viewing, even as digital platforms expand parallel reach. By placing the show across both linear television and OTT, Sony appears to be aiming for a dual-audience strategy capturing traditional viewers while engaging digital-first consumers.
As the countdown to premiere begins, Tum Ho Naa positions itself not just as another game show, but as a reminder that sometimes, the biggest prize on screen isn’t the jackpot, it’s the journey shared along the way.
