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Watch ‘HEROES’ every Wednesday at 9 p.m. on STAR WORLD
MUMBAI: They thought they were like everyone else… until they woke with incredible powers! When they all come together, these ordinary people with extraordinary abilities will realize that their ultimate destiny is nothing less than saving the world…Tune in to the most anticipated series of the year- HEROES, this Wednesday, 31 January 2007 at 9 p.m. only on Star World.
This Wednesday, in another exciting episode of Heroes, watch Nathan refusing to admit that he can fly. Peter discovers that his father had depressions and killed himself. Someone in Mohinder’s apartment plants surveillance bugs, but he and his father’s friend discover them. Hiro finds a comic book that shows exactly what happened to him last episode.
The author of the comic book is Isaac and he goes to his apartment. There he finds Isaac dead. Niki realizes that her mirror alter ego is helping her in tough situations. We meet Matt, a cop who can hear what people say before they say it, who gets arrested for a murder because thanks to his gift he knows suspiciously much about it. And Claire continues to hide the truth about her, until her father, the evil man looking for our “heroes”, sees her tape where she shows her abilities.
Created and produced by Emmy®-nominee Tim Kring (Crossing Jordan and Chicago Hope), Heroes chronicles the story of people who “thought they were like everyone else… until they woke with incredible abilities.” Milo Ventimiglia (Gilmore Girls), Hayden Panettiere (Ice Princess), Adrian Pasdar (Desperate Housewives), Ali Larter (Legally Blonde), Japanese actor Masi Oka (Scrubs) and Indian talent Sendhil Ramamurthy (Grey’s Anatomy) have become household names in the U.S. after the debut of this breakout series.
A simple premise, compelling characters, incredible special effects and an enthralling story — perfect entertainment TV for those who feel special and, even now, still believe they stand out in a crowd. See if you have what it takes to help save the world! Tune in to Heroes on Wednesday, 31 Januaryat 9 p.m. only on Star World!
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Pocket FM partners with Indian Open Pickleball 2026
Audio platform joins forces with major tournament to engage young fans.
MUMBAI: Pocket FM just served up a perfect partnership because when audio storytelling meets pickleball’s fast-paced rallies, even the sidelines start listening. Pocket FM, the world’s largest audio series platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Indian Open 2026, one of India’s biggest pickleball tournaments organised by Global Sports in Hyderabad in association with Pickl’Out and Crosscourts Sports Club.
The collaboration brings Pocket FM’s immersive storytelling to one of the fastest-growing emerging sports in India. Pickleball, known for its accessibility, energy and strong community appeal, is rapidly attracting younger, digitally savvy audiences making it an ideal platform for Pocket FM to deepen its cultural relevance.
Under the partnership, Pocket FM will enjoy extensive on-ground and digital visibility throughout the tournament, which begins on 1 April 2026. This includes centre court branding, venue-wide presence, presenting rights for select matches, player lounge branding, team jersey integration, and strong integration across live streaming and social media.
Pocket FM, SVP and global head for brand marketing and partnerships Vineet Singh said, “Pickleball is building a strong connection with young and engaged audiences in India. This partnership allows us to connect with people in a meaningful way through strong on-ground presence and digital visibility.”
Global Sports and Indian Open 2026, founder Hemal Jain added, “Partnering with Pocket FM adds an exciting new dimension to the experience. As a brand that has built deep resonance with young audiences, Pocket FM is a strong fit for the energy and ambition of this tournament.”
The move reflects Pocket FM’s continued strategy of aligning with emerging passion points and building deeper engagement with communities driven by competition and shared experiences.
In a country where sports and stories often collide, Pocket FM isn’t just sponsoring a tournament, it’s turning every rally into a narrative, proving that the best audio moments sometimes happen when the paddle meets the ball.
