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Nakul Dev Mahajan to judge ‘DID North America’
MUMBAI: Zee TV America is all set to open the door for DID North America 2015 and Nakul Dev Mahajan, ‘Hollywood’s Favorite Bollywood Choreographer’ who made Michelle Obama and Nina Davuluri dance to his beats will now Judge DID North America 2015. Mahajan, an America Bollywood choreographer and dancer, has been choreographing and dancing for more than 25 years. He has choreographed for all the major TV networks and is best known for his work on ‘So You Think You Can Dance.’
DID North America gets even more grand this season, 20 finalists have been selected from over 18,000 entries received. These 20 finalists will fly to Mumbai and compete for the title of DID North America 2015 in July.
Zee TV America general manager Sameer Targe says, “This is the 4th season of Dance India Dance North America and every year we strive to take it a notch higher. This is not just a show for us – this is a platform where we try to give back to our community and take people closer to their dreams and passion! I truly feel that there could be no one better choice than Nakul Dev Mahajan– to judge our very talented South Asian Gen Y.”
Mahajan says, “Dance India Dance is a household name and the North America chapter is such a huge platform for the 2nd generation of aspiring dancers to showcase their talents. Not only am I honored to be a part of the judging panel, but also excited to see these kids rock that stage.”
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.
