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FYI TV18 presents a modern dating show with a twist
MUMBAI: FYI TV18 is all set to burn up the dance-floor in its latest premiere, ‘Flirty Dancing’. Britain’s best-loved choreographer Ashley Banjo, who won ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ with his über-cool street-dancing moves, has now moved on to play cupid between strangers looking for love. With breathtaking choreography and magnificent locations, the series has a unique take on dating in the modern world.
It is a truth universally acknowledged that Modern Dating is a minefield. Now, Ashley wants to take away the pain and peril of meeting strangers with a unique concept that is contemporary, yet old-fashioned. Under his guidance, the romance of the dance-floor will help these couples revive the magic of meeting someone new.
In this 5-episode series, hopeful singles will each train with Ashley on one-half of a choreographed dance routine tailored to their personality. After four days of practicing on their own, each will finally get to meet their dance partner at a spectacular location, for a date like no other. The two halves of Ashley’s choreography will finally come together, as each couple lets their hair down and gives in to the rhythm. With no words allowed, they must let their bodies do the talking.
Cameras will follow each prospective couple’s journey, from the individual dance routine, to the possibility of intense chemistry discovered through the moves of Ashley Banjo’s stunning choreography on some of the most scenic dance-floors of the world.
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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.
