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• Apna MA TV in breach with Ofcom over sponsorship

  Apna MA TV has been found in breach of Ofcom rules after broadcasting an episode of ‘Decode’ featuring sponsorship references, marking the first breach for the channel under its new company. The finding comes after the troubled MATV service went off-air before returning as Apna MA TV, under a different company but with broadly the ... Read more The post Apna MA TV in breach with Ofcom over sponsorship appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Akshay Kumar kicks off London shoot for alien‑thriller ‘Samuk’

  Akshay Kumar has commenced work on ‘Samuk’, with the production shifting into active mode as the London schedule began on 23 August. The team has moved into location set‑ups, tech recces and early scene blocking, marking the start of the film’s principal international leg. Kumar began initial prep earlier in the month, with the makers ... Read more The post Akshay Kumar kicks off London shoot for alien‑thriller ‘Samuk’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• ‘The Cycle of Love’ premieres in New York ahead of UK and Ireland release

  ‘The Cycle of Love’, a documentary film executive produced by Priyanka Chopra Jonas, held its New York premiere ahead of its scheduled cinema release in the United Kingdom and Ireland on 18th September 2026. Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel, the film tells the true story of PK, a 23-year-old street artist from Delhi, who undertakes ... Read more The post ‘The Cycle of Love’ premieres in New York ahead of UK and Ireland release appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Jio Studios opts out of ‘Brahmastra 2’?

  Jio Studios has reportedly exited ‘Brahmastra 2’, with industry sources indicating that discussions between the makers and the studio did not progress to a formal partnership. As a result, the sequel is currently without a confirmed backer while Ayan Mukerji continues development under Starlight Pictures. The shift marks another change in the franchise’s studio alignment. ... Read more The post Jio Studios opts out of ‘Brahmastra 2’? appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Sabras Radio breached by Ofcom over offensive language

  Leicester-based Sabras Radio has been found in breach of Ofcom’s Broadcasting Code after the uncensored version of Karan Aujla and Ikky’s ‘MF Gabhru!’ was broadcast during Punjabi Sabras at 13:26 on 11 April. The track contained 18 uses of the word “motherfu**er”, leading Ofcom to find breaches of Rules 1.14 and 2.3. Sabras Radio apologised, ... Read more The post Sabras Radio breached by Ofcom over offensive language appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Akshaye Khanna’s Shukracharya look sets grand tone for ‘Mahakali’

  Akshaye Khanna’s first‑look as Shukracharya in ‘Mahakali’ has been released. His striking mythological transformation has impressed fans, with early reactions highlighting the scale and ambition of the film’s aesthetic. Khanna undergoes a dramatic physical shift for the role, sporting a long silver‑white beard, matted hair tied into a topknot, traditional attire and prominent tilak markings, ... Read more The post Akshaye Khanna’s Shukracharya look sets grand tone for ‘Mahakali’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Drishyam: The Conclusion officially confirmed as franchise’s final chapter

  Ajay Devgn has officially confirmed the third instalment of the franchise with the title ‘Drishyam: The Conclusion’, unveiled through a new poster released on 24 August 2026. The announcement marks the final chapter in the Vijay Salgaonkar narrative, with the makers positioning the film as the definitive wrap‑up to the long‑running thriller series. Devgn shared ... Read more The post Drishyam: The Conclusion officially confirmed as franchise’s final chapter appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Salman Khan set to open ‘Koffee With Karan 9’ as first guest

  Salman Khan is set to headline the premiere episode of ‘Koffee With Karan’ Season 9, marking his return to the show after several years. Industry sources indicate that he will appear solo, with the episode positioned as the season’s flagship opener for its Diwali 2026 launch window. The booking is being viewed as a strategic ... Read more The post Salman Khan set to open ‘Koffee With Karan 9’ as first guest appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Media Pulse with Govind Shahi: Why does ITV1 beat every South Asian channel with its own diaspora audience?

  For a while now, a commercial mainstream British channel has quietly become the biggest channel in South Asian homes. Not Star Plus, not Geo TV, not ZEE TV, not Sony TV, not ARY Digital. ITV1. And nobody in the category has said it out loud. Audience data spanning over 15 months – January 2025 to ... Read more The post Media Pulse with Govind Shahi: Why does ITV1 beat every South Asian channel with its own diaspora audience? appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Aditya Seal celebrates arrival of twin baby girls with Anushka Ranjan

  Aditya Seal and Anushka Ranjan have confirmed the arrival of their twin baby girls, with Seal sharing the news directly on Instagram. The actor posted a celebratory image holding the newborns, prompting an immediate wave of congratulatory messages from industry colleagues and fans. Seal’s post read, “We are very excited to share the news!” He ... Read more The post Aditya Seal celebrates arrival of twin baby girls with Anushka Ranjan appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.