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Sony BBC Earth launches trailer of ‘Blue Planet II – One Ocean and The Deep’
MUMBAI: Brace yourselves for a sneak-peek into the biggest cinematic experience that will hit the theatres this summer. Sony BBC Earth, in association with PVR Cinemas, launches the trailer of ‘Blue Planet II: One Ocean and The Deep’, a story that will release in cinemas on May 18.
The official trailer gives a glimpse into the greatest yet the most mysterious part of our planet – The Oceans, and the never-seen-before stories of the creatures that live there. For instance, New Zealand’s killer whales form relationships with bottlenose dolphins purely for socializing or Giant Trevally fish jumps out of the water to catch its prey mid-air!
First time in India, and in the infotainment category, a tale of this caliber will release across 22 cities exclusively in PVR cinemas, preceded by a select blue carpet screening. Shot over 1406 days with 125 expeditions across 39 countries, Blue Planet II accounts for more than 6,000 hours and 8 km deep of underwater dive footage to bring unique, untold stories that will take your breath away.
Narrated by the godfather of natural history Sir David Attenborough, and music by legendary composer Hans Zimmer, this grand adventure is a must-watch for everyone this summer.
MUMBAI: India’s most famous hot seat is about to welcome an unlikely first-timer. For the first time on Hindi general entertainment television, industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla will appear on Kaun Banega Crorepati, the iconic quiz show hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.
The special episode marks a rare meeting point of boardroom heft and prime-time television, bringing one of India’s most influential business leaders face to face with the country’s most enduring screen legend. It is a crossover that blends intellect, leadership and popular culture, all under KBC’s familiar spotlight.
Birla’s appearance dovetails neatly with the show’s current theme, Jahaan Akal Hai, Wahan Akad Hai, which celebrates the confidence that comes from clarity of thought and knowledge. His presence lends weight to the idea that sharp thinking and conviction are as vital in life as they are in the quiz chair.
In a thoughtful conversation with Bachchan, Birla shared an upbeat view of India’s economic journey, pointing to the nation’s rapid growth and the scale of opportunity opening up across industries and communities. He spoke of momentum, ambition and a future shaped by enterprise and ideas.
The episode is not all serious talk. In lighter moments, Birla confessed his long-standing admiration for Bachchan, calling him his favourite actor and admitting to a touch of nervousness at answering questions in front of the Shahenshah himself. The candour adds a human touch to a man more often seen in headlines than on television sets.
The special episode airs on Monday, 29 December at 9.00 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.
