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Star Gold to premiere the journey of The Flying Sikh Bhaag Milkha Bhaag!
MUMBAI: The film that set the cash registers ringing at the box office grossing over 100 crores worldwide, Bollywood’s fourth highest grossing film of 2013, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is all set to premiere on Star Gold, on 26th October 2013 at 8 pm.
After Dabangg, Singham, Bodyguard, Ra.One, Housefull 2, Bol Bachchan, Son of Sardaar and Dabangg 2, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is the latest 100 crore grosser to premiere on Star Gold, the Home of Bollywood Blockbusters. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is a film inspired by the legendary Indian athlete, Milkha Singh’s life and journey. Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra with exceptional performances by Farhan Akhtar, Sonam Kapoor and Divya Dutta, this motivational biopic film received countless praises from the film critics and was applauded by the entire Bollywood fraternity.
On this occasion, Hemal Jhaveri, Executive Vice President, Star Gold said, “We have always received a phenomenal response for our premieres from the viewers. With the premiere of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, which marks our 9th 100 crore blockbuster premiere, Star Gold once again reiterates its promise of bringing the latest and biggest Bollywood premieres on TV.”
Commenting further on the premiere, he added, “From the emotion-packed Ferrari Ki Sawaari to the comedy riot Bol Bachchan, we have always focused on a mix of all genres with entertaining content. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is one of those unique Bollywood blockbusters which not only entertains but also inspires audiences. We are extremely confident that the premiere will be well received by our viewers.”
The on-air campaign for the premiere is being aired on other network channels of Star India. Star Gold will also promote the premiere on other channel genres including Bollywood entertainment, news, kids and music.
So get set to be inspired by Milkha Singh and his life story once again with the premiere of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag on Saturday, 26th October 2013 at 8pm only on Star Gold
Watch the Blockbuster Premiere of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag on Star Gold on Saturday, 26th October on 8pm.
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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.
