Sony BBC ushers in the festive spirit with Diwali line-up
Chennai: Sony BBC Earth, the premier destination for world-class factual entertainment, is all set to illuminate Diwali with its property ‘Festival of Life’. The channel will take viewers on a grand cinematic voyage with power-packed premieres of 12 shows that promise to entertain, enlighten, and inspire them.
From breathtaking wildlife encounters to riveting explorations of the Earth’s most remarkable phenomena, the ‘Festival of Life’ brings forth a host of awe-inspiring shows and documentaries. From a visual deep dive to encounter enigmatic underwater giants with ‘Chasing Monsters’ to capturing untamed landscapes and wildlife that bring alive the mythical legacies of Odin and Thor with ‘Wild Scandinavia’, the channel has something in store for nature and culture aficionados of every colour.
For those gastronomically inclined, Joanna Lumley’s ‘Spice Trail Adventure’ shares the origin stories of cherished spices across continents, leaving a vibrant food and culture trail. ‘South Korea with Alexander Armstrong’ and ‘Alexander Armstrong in Sri Lanka’ explore the hidden treasures of bustling Korean culture and the rich cultural kaleidoscope of Sri Lanka. ‘Africa with Ade Adepitan’ takes viewers on an odyssey across expansive Africa, delving into its myriad cultures and breathtaking scenery. Taking to the wild, Serengeti returns with a fresh season, capturing the unfiltered essence of survival in Africa’s lush plains, whereas ‘Dogs in the Wild’ provides an intimate glimpse of the life of an astonishing animal family.
That’s not it! For those who focus on wellness, ‘Vitamin Pills – Miracle or Myth?’ and ‘Horizon Hair Care Secrets’ will serve some food for thought debunking myths in health and beauty.
‘Panorama: Are You Scared Yet, Human?’ is all set to take us on an artificial intelligence (AI) adventure, sharing how AI has transformed our world and its future, complete with a warning of how technology can be a threat too.
Make this Diwali a memorable one by tuning in to Sony BBC Earth’s ‘Festival of Life’, with a curated tapestry of experiences that are sure to leave a lasting imprint.
Airing from October 16th to November 10th, get ready for a whirlwind of 12 show premieres, every Monday to Friday from 08:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Watch Chasing Monsters Season 3 and 4, Wild Scandinavia, Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure, Dogs In The Wild, South Korea With Alexander, Vitamin Pills- Miracle Or Myth?, Horizon Hair Care Secrets, Serengeti Season 3, Alexander Armstrong In Sri Lanka, Panorama Are You Scared Yet, Human? and Africa With Ade Adepitan.
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Tushar Shah, ‘Chief Marketing Officer & Business Head – English Cluster & Sony AATH, Sony Pictures Networks India.
“Festival of Life is a curated selection of exceptional shows that promise an unparalleled adventure, exploration, and cultural immersion. Each show has been meticulously chosen to offer a diverse and enriching experience. With this line-up, we aspire to provide our audience with an unforgettable festive experience brimming with moments of pure awe and wonder.”
About Sony BBC Earth
Sony BBC Earth is a premium factual entertainment channel by MSM Worldwide Factual Media – a Joint venture between Sony Pictures Networks (SPN) and BBC Worldwide.
Sony BBC Earth is home to BBC’s award-winning factual programs and the work of some of the world’s foremost factual filmmakers. Rooted in the philosophy of ‘Feel Alive’, the channel promises a grand visual spectacle, positive insightful storytelling, and a new perspective on knowledge and entertainment.
The channel has diverse content offerings ranging from fun, insightful science, nature, and wildlife to adventure and human-interest stories with shows like The Green Planet, Blue Planet II, Serengeti I & II, Dynasties, Trust Me I’m a Doctor, Rick Stein’s India, Bang Goes the Theory, Deadly 60, Planet Earth II, Fishing Impossible, Where the Wild Men Are with Ben Fogle, etc.
The channel is broadcast in SD & HD and is available in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu across India.
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About Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited (formerly known as Sony Pictures Networks):
Sony Pictures Networks is the consumer-facing identity of Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited, which is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, Japan.
The Company has several channels including Sony Entertainment Television (SET and SET HD), one of India’s leading Hindi general entertainment television channels; MAX, India’s premium Hindi movies and special events channel; MAX 2, another Hindi movie channel showcasing great India Cinema; MAX HD, a high definition Hindi movie channel airing premium quality films; WAH, the Hindi movies channel for rural markets; SAB and SAB HD the family-oriented Hindi comedy entertainment channels; PAL, a genre leader in rural Hindi speaking markets (HSM) showcasing the best of Hindi general entertainment and Hindi movies from its content library; PIX and PIX HD, Sony BBC Earth and Sony BBC Earth HD, the premium factual entertainment channels, Sony AATH, the Bangla entertainment channel; YAY!, the kids entertainment channel; Sony Sports Network – SONY SIX, SONY SIX HD, SONY TEN 1, SONY TEN 1 HD, SONY TEN 2, SONY TEN 2 HD, SONY TEN 3, SONY TEN 3 HD; SONY TEN 4, SONY TEN 4 HD; Sony मराठी, the Marathi general entertainment channel; SonyLIV – the digital entertainment VOD platform and Studio NEXT the independent production venture for original content and IPs for TV and digital media. The Company reaches out to over 700 million viewers in India and is available in 167 countries.
The Company is recognised as an employer of choice within and outside the media industry. It is a recipient of several awards, including India’s Best Companies to Work For 2021 by the Great Place to Work® Institute, India, ‘Aon Best Employers India’ awards in recognition of the company’s unique workplace culture and exceptional people practices, consistently ranked amongst India’s Top 10 Companies with Best Health & Wellness Practices by SHRM & CGP Partners and listed by Working Mother & AVTAR as one of the 100 Best Companies for Women in India.
The Company is in its 27th year of operations in India. Besides having overseas subsidiaries, it has a subsidiary MSM-Worldwide Factual Media Private Limited, and an affiliate, Bangla Entertainment Private Limited in India.
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