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Watch the 76th Golden Globe Awards along with millions of viewers from around the world, simulcast exclusively on Vh1, Comedy Central and Colors Infinity
MUMBAI: Kicking-off the new year with one of the most revered film & television awards in the industry,Vh1, Comedy Central and Colors Infinity will exclusively simulcast the 76th Golden Globe Awards on Monday January 7, 2019 at 7:30am IST, with a repeat telecast at 9pm IST. For 7 successive years Vh1 has been showcasing this star-studded night, that isattended bythe who’s-who from films and television, vying for these coveted awards.
Winning innumerableaccolades throughout her glorious singing career, Lady Gagahas rightfully earned hernomination in the Best Actress category for a scintillating performance in her debut film – A Star Is Born, while Bradley Cooper leads the race as a favorite to win the award for the Best Director. Rami Malekhopesto finally winhis firstGolden Globe Awardfor hisspellbinding performance as Freddie Mercury inBohemian Rhapsody.Furthermore,Comedy Central’s Debra Messing (Will & Grace), Kristen Bell (The Good Place) and Candice Bergen (Murphy Brown) face-off in the ‘Best Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy’ category.
Owing to his outstanding contribution to cinema, acclaimed actor, singer, composer and producer – Jeff Bridges will be bestowed upon the 2018 Cecil B. DeMille Awardat the ceremony. Five-time Golden Globe winner and the most decorated of all time in the television category, legendary TV icon Carol Burnett will receive the first-ever Golden Globe television special achievement award, aptly named the Carol Burnett Award, honoring the highest level of achievement in the medium.
Hashim Dsouza – Head of Programming, English Entertainment, Viacom18, commented, “Viacom18’s English Entertainment cluster is stepping into 2019 at full throttle starting with the 76th Golden Globe Awards, followed by a long and illustrious line-up that includes some of the best awards & events in the business. The Golden Globe Awards is one of theindustry’s most reputed award ceremonies, and we’re proud to exclusively showcase it to viewers in India by simulcasting it on Vh1, Comedy Central and Colors Infinity.Hosted by Andy Samberg and Sandra Oh, competition at this year’s awards gets fiercer with many first timers featuring on the nomination list, alongside some of the biggest names in modern entertainment.”
Recognizing excellence in film and television, domestic as well as foreign, the76th Golden Globe Awards yet again promises to be a nail-biting affair, with superstarslike Nicole Kidman, Charlize Theron, Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz, Julia Roberts, Jason Bateman, Michael Douglas, Penelope Cruz, Kirsten Bell, Debra Messing and many more contending for the awards in 25 different categories.
The Filmy Cricket League (FCL), in its 7th edition, saw the participation of major media houses like Disney, Warner Bros, Sony Pictures, Reliance Entertainment, Fox Star Studios, among others.
A conscientious company that earnestly believes in encouraging team spirit and unity, Cosmos-Maya has undertaken numerous team building activities for this purpose. One of these attempts included having a Cricket team in place for participation in sporting events like the Filmy Cricket League. Cosmos-Maya has been a regular at the event ever since its inception. However, this year, it exceeded everyone’s expectations by comprehensively winning every match it played in the tournament.
Commenting on this victory, Anish Mehta, CEO, Cosmos Maya, said, “It has been our endeavor to provide our employees with the perfect blend of work and play. Whether it was the selection trials or the tournament itself, the response from Cosmos-Mayaites was phenomenal. Our efforts to inculcate a sense of team spirit through sporting activities, have proven to be successful.”
The 7th edition of Filmy Cricket League was held on the 21st, 22nd, and 23rd of December, 2018.
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National Geographic launches ‘Postcards from Hong Kong’ with Ridhi Dogra
New series explores the city’s hidden gems and vibrant contrasts, premiering 28 March.
MUMBAI: Ridhi Dogra just sent a postcard from Hong Kong that’s worth framing because when a bustling metropolis reveals its quiet trails and timeless traditions, even the skyline takes a back seat. National Geographic has unveiled Postcards from Hong Kong, a refreshing travel series hosted and curated by actor Ridhi Dogra. Produced by National Geographic Creative Works in collaboration with the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the show offers an intimate, Indian traveller’s perspective on one of Asia’s most iconic cities, moving beyond its glittering harbour and skyscrapers to uncover serene beaches, scenic hiking trails and deep cultural traditions.
Across three visually rich episodes, Ridhi journeys through contrasting sides of Hong Kong. The first episode takes her on a quieter path of self-discovery to places like Sai Kung, Big Wave Bay, Dragon’s Back, Tai O, Ngong Ping, Po Lin Monastery and the Tian Tan Buddha. The second episode dives into the city’s energetic side, from the bustling streets of Causeway Bay to Happy Valley Racecourse, Michelin-starred spots and luxury shopping at Landmark.
Ridhi Dogra said, “Being part of Postcards from Hong Kong with Nat Geo was a deeply enriching experience. What I love about this journey is that it goes beyond the obvious; it’s not just about the skyline or the speed of the city but about the stories that live in its quieter corners.”
A National Geographic India spokesperson added, “With Postcards from Hong Kong, we set out to go beyond the familiar and explore the city through a more intimate, human lens.”
Hong Kong Tourism Board director of South Asia Puneet Kumar noted, “Postcards from Hong Kong is a reflection of meaningful storytelling that brings the city to life in an immersive way. It beautifully captures the diversity and spirit that define Hong Kong.”
Blending travel, culture and personal storytelling, the series celebrates Hong Kong as a city of contrasts where modern life meets tradition and every corner holds a story waiting to be discovered. It premieres on 28 March at 8 pm on the National Geographic Channel and will also stream on JioHotstar.
In a world of hurried travel reels, Postcards from Hong Kong slows things down just enough to let viewers truly see the city not just its lights, but its layers, proving that the best souvenirs are the stories you bring home.
