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Zee Thirai kickstarts 2021 with new launches
MUMBAI: The new year is upon us, and Zee Thirai is all geared up to ring in the new year with a bang. Zee Thirai’s tag line, ‘Rathathil Kalandhadu Cinema’ comes to life through their consistent offering of engaging films and innovative concepts, enthralling ardent movie buffs time and again. The channel is all set to flag off the new year with an all new buffet of movie segments and an eclectic mix of movies for your entertainment.
In anticipation of the new year, the channel recently launched ‘1 Mani Thirai Arangam’, a matinee movie special with a special thematically curated line up of movies each week, showcasing different themes, making the viewers’ matinee movie experience special! There is more! Among the other segments being offered in the upcoming year, there is Comedy Galatta, Family Entertainer and Suspense Thriller, to name a few.
Staying true to its promise of delivering 52 premiers for 52 weeks, 2021 promises to be action packed with Zee Thirai. During the month of January 2021, the channel has in store a fantastic line up of movies ranging from horror to comedy, premiering every Friday at 7:00 pm.
Uyarndha Manithan is a 2017 rom-com written and directed by Maruthi Dasari and stars Sharwanand and Mehreen Pirzada in lead roles. Karuppankaatu Valasu is a Tamil movie starring Neelima Rani and George Vijay in prominent roles. This recently released 2020 thriller, centered around a ‘smart village’, is gripping, and full of exciting plot twists and unexpected turns! Oru Kidayin karunai Manu is a 2017 Tamil drama film, written and directed by Suresh Sangaiah, featuring Vidharth and Raveena Ravi in the lead roles, and lo and behold – a goat – in a pivotal role. Nethra, stars Vinay Rai, Subiksha, and Thaman Kumar in leading roles, and this thriller was released in 2019. The Great Father, is a 2017 thriller film originally made in Malayalam by Haneef Adeni and stars Mammooty, Sneha, and Arya.
With every passing year, one of the first things people do is mark the festivals for upcoming year. Zee Thirai prides itself in going the extra mile to add a spark to the festivities for its viewers! 2021 will be bigger, better, and a complete blast! Pongal marks an important festival for the Tamil community and celebrating with them is Zee Thirai with a special WTP of Asuraguru, on 14 January 2021, at 7:00 pm. This is a 2020 action thriller film written and directed by A.Raajdheep and stars Vikram Prabhu, Mahima Nambiar in lead roles while Subbaraju, Yogi Babu, and Nagineedu play supportive roles in the film.
Of Zee Thirai’s various segments, 'Ticket to Hollywood' has been well received by the audience, wherein blockbuster Hollywood movies are made accessible to a Tamil speaking audience. This January, the channel will be airing Jumanji: The Next Level on 24 January 2021, at 12:00pm. Part of the well loved Jumanji franchise, this movie is a 2019 fantasy adventure comedy directed by Jake Kadsan featuring a galaxy of Hollywood’s who’s who including Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Nick Jonas, to name a few.
Below is the list of the movies airing on Zee Thirai, starting 1 January 2020:
1 January – Uyarndha Manithan
8 January – Karuppankaatu Valasu
14 January – Asuraguru
15 January – Oru Kidayin karunai Manu
22 January – Nethra
24 January – Jumanji: The Next Level
29 January – The Great Father
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
