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• Broadcasters set November deadline for BARC ratings restart

  Broadcasters are reportedly preparing to push for the resumption of BARC ratings by November, with discussions now extending to the future of the ratings body if regulatory approval remains pending. The issue was discussed at a recent IBDF board meeting, where industry stakeholders expressed concern over the prolonged ratings suspension and the absence of clarity ... Read more The post Broadcasters set November deadline for BARC ratings restart appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Karan Johar locks Rameshwar Nath Kao biopic for August 2028

  Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions has officially set an 11th August 2028 theatrical release for its film on Rameshwar Nath Kao, the founder of India’s external intelligence agency R&AW. The project is being developed in partnership with Leo Media Collective and is based on Nitin Gokhale’s book ‘Gentleman Spymaster’. Announced on R&AW’s 58th foundation day, the ... Read more The post Karan Johar locks Rameshwar Nath Kao biopic for August 2028 appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Aamir Khan lines up ‘Lalkaara’, eyes ‘3 Idiots’ sequel from April 2027

  Aamir Khan is set for a packed production schedule over the next six months, with reports indicating that ‘Lalkaara’ will shoot from October 2026 until March 2027 under the direction of Ashutosh Gowariker. The cricket drama is based on legendary cricketer Lala Amarnath and his role in India’s 1952 Test series against Pakistan. With ‘Lalkaara’ ... Read more The post Aamir Khan lines up ‘Lalkaara’, eyes ‘3 Idiots’ sequel from April 2027 appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• UK TV Ratings: Star Plus holds on to lead in Hindi genre on Sunday

  Star Plus held on to the lead in the Hindi genre on Sunday, according to exclusive data obtained by BizAsiaLive.com. Star Plus registered a share of 0.13% with ‘Yeh Fitoor Tera’ attracting 30,000 viewers, followed by ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ with 24,000 viewers. The second episode of ‘India Ke Top 1%’ raked in 12,000 ... Read more The post UK TV Ratings: Star Plus holds on to lead in Hindi genre on Sunday appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• In Video: First winner of ‘India Ke Top 1%’ Bijal Shah talks to BizAsia

  Bijal Shah, a chartered accountant and mother to a one-year-old son, has made history by becoming the first-ever grand winner of Star Plus and JioHotstar’s game show ‘India Ke Top 1%’, hosted by Anil Kapoor. Shah walked away with a jackpot prize of ₹94 lakh. Appearing on the show alongside her husband, Neelay Mehta, Shah ... Read more The post In Video: First winner of ‘India Ke Top 1%’ Bijal Shah talks to BizAsia appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• First winner of ‘India Ke Top 1%’ walks away with Rs 94 lakh

  Bijal Shah has made history by becoming the first-ever winner of Star Plus and JioHotstar’s ‘India Ke Top 1%’ hosted by Anil Kapoor, taking home Rs 94 lakh in the grand premiere. Shah, who entered the competition alongside her husband Neelay Mehta, remained calm throughout the game and relied on her instincts to progress. Mehta ... Read more The post First winner of ‘India Ke Top 1%’ walks away with Rs 94 lakh appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• UK TV Ratings: ‘India Ke Top 1%’ & ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’ get off to a strong start

  Star Plus’ new gameshow ‘India Ke Top 1%’ hosted by Anil Kapoor, gave the channel a ratings lift on Saturday night, while ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’ on ZEE TV also opened up strong, according to exclusive data obtained by BizAsiaLive.com. Star Plus registered a share of 0.15% with ‘India Ke Top 1%’ raking in ... Read more The post UK TV Ratings: ‘India Ke Top 1%’ & ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’ get off to a strong start appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Bollywood filming event cited as factor in Leicestershire cricket pitch controversy

  Filming for Bollywood biopic ‘Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story’ has been cited as one of the factors surrounding the pitch controversy at Leicestershire County Cricket Club. The Rajkummar Rao-starrer was filmed at Grace Road four days before Leicestershire’s County Championship fixture against Glamorgan in August. The club was subsequently handed a 27-point deduction and £5,000 ... Read more The post Bollywood filming event cited as factor in Leicestershire cricket pitch controversy appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Salman Khan hits back at trolls over his age and appearance on ‘Bigg Boss 20’

  Salman Khan addressed the trolling he has faced over his age, weight and appearance during Saturday’s episode of ‘Bigg Boss 20’ Weekend Ka Vaar. The actor-host spoke about the growing culture of online trolling while discussing comments made about celebrities’ looks. Salman acknowledged that he has also been targeted, with social media users commenting that ... Read more The post Salman Khan hits back at trolls over his age and appearance on ‘Bigg Boss 20’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Disney appoints Karandeep Anand as first Chief Technology Officer

  The Walt Disney Company has appointed Karandeep Anand as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, a newly created role that underscores the company’s growing focus on technology, data and artificial intelligence. The appointment takes effect on 2nd October, with Anand reporting directly to Disney Chief Executive Officer Josh D’Amaro. Anand joins Disney from ... Read more The post Disney appoints Karandeep Anand as first Chief Technology Officer appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.