2018: Offbeat Shows That Kept You Glued To your Fav Channel

Breaking the trend of saas-bahu drama through an array of shows, the TV channels COLORS promoted cohesive viewing highlighting innocent, honest and real, aggressive, cultural and traditional values through their shows. In its 10th year, the channel brought a philosophy ‘Chuno Apne Rang’ that encouraged viewers to choose an emotion that they relate to most and identify that with a specific colour, thereby inspiring one to express themselves in their unique way. Here is a glimpse into some truly engaging moments from this year:

A Breath Of Freshness

Tough, strong, muscular and in control epitomises the 'ideal' man. Adding a breath of freshness to its existing bouquet of shows and with an aim to shatter these stereotypes, the channel launched 'Roop – Mard Ka Swaroop'. The show revolves around a boy named Roop who questions sensitivities of a patriarchal society that decides how men and women ought to behave. Along with a thought-provoking story, the show also marked the comeback of actor Shashank Vyas.

While Roop dealt with the hope to change the age-old typecast, the show 'Internet Wala Love' brought a contemporary take on love online. It highlights the relevance of social media in today’s generation.

A Supernatural Scenario

This year, the Hindi general entertainment genre has seen a gush of supernatural shows based on paranormal activities, supernatural incidents that are either based on real life or inspired by true stories. Redefining entertainment for a finite fiction series with supernatural mysticism at its core, 'Naagin' captivated the audience in its first two editions. The channel then launched the 3rd season of 'Naagin' that tells the saga of power, passion and revenge.

The channel also introduced two intriguing tales surrounding the ambit of supernatural and fantasy -- 'Vish Ya Amrit Sitaara: Ek Vishkanya Ki Kahaani' and 'Tantra'. While one is a recreation of the Vishakanya folklore that existed from the time of Chandragupta Maurya, the other explores the untamed world of the unknown and black magic.

Ruling The Reality Spectrum

Besides 'Rising Star', the channel launched a nationwide hunt for the ultimate' Dance Deewane' who were mentored by Madhuri Dixit Nene, Shashank Khaitan and Tushar Kalia along with the host Arjun Bijlani. This year’s edition of India’s most awaited reality show, 'Bigg Boss Season 12', introduced a unique concept of ‘vichitra jodis’ that had a mix pair like policeman-lawyer, sisters, teacher-student etc.

The channel also brought in 'Entertainment ki Raat@9 Limited edition' which was infused with comedy, tons of drama, juicy gossip and entertaining tete-a-tetes with celebrity guests. Adding oomph and pizzazz to the second edition were the television divas - Saumya Tandon & Neha Pendse along with RJ Abhilash who joined comedians - Mubeen Saudagar, Balraj and child artist Divyansh. The show proved to be a wholesome family entertainment extravaganza.

Shows That Won Against All Odds

COLORS fiction offerings over the years has grabbed eyeballs with its gripping storyline, extraordinary twists and turns and incredible highpoints. Shows like 'Udann', Shakti Astitva Ke Ehsaas Kii' and 'Ishq Mein Marjwan' maintained a strong foothold in the entertainment arena. 2018 also marked a glorious milestone of 1000 episodes for 'Udann' that brings alive the emotion of Freedom from societal norms. Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage! This was proven to be true with the greatest love story one has ever known, 'Salim Anarkali'. COLORS revived this magnum opus with 'Dastaan -E-Mohabbat Salim Anarkali', a love that shook the very foundation of the Mughal empire, a timeless romance of a young crown prince and a beautiful courtesan.

Exploring The Extravaganzas

COLORS broadcast the 19th Edition of IIFA Weekend & Awards which was held at Siam Niramit Theatre in Bangkok. The show saw a scintillating line-up of performances by Bollywood’s biggest stars comprising Rekha, Ranbir Kapoor, Shraddha Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Arjun Kapoor and Kriti Sanon to name a few. The event was hosted by Riteish Deshmukh and Karan Johar. The 63rd Filmfare Awards was also broadcasted this year. From dialogues that became catch phrases, songs that topped playlists and signature steps that rocked the dance floor, Filmfare Awards honoured the best of the industry in the grandest event of the year.

A Healing Touch

Celebrating the 10-year milestone with a big bang, the channel launched ‘Roshni – Andheron Mein Rang Bhariye’. This empowering initiative encourages viewers to take a pledge to make a difference by donating their eyes to brighten the lives of the visually impaired.

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Adieu To A Few

While so many shows were a fav, some shows went off-air this year including Jennifer Winget-starrer 'Bepannaah', 'Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka', 'Tu Aashiqui', 'Kasam Tere Pyaar Ki', 'Laado- Veerpur ki Mardaani', 'Savitri Devi College and Hospital', 'Chandrakanta — Ek Mayavi Prem Gaath', 'Karamphal Data Shani' and 'Mahakaali', 'Belan Wali Bahu' and more.

Making Way for 2019

As we draw curtains on a fabulous year gone by, you will soon see a lot of new and interesting shows in the coming year. The channel will welcome the new year with unconventional stories like 'Kesari Nandan', which will put to focus on how women are capable of anything their heart is set on achieving with the right amount of self-determination. You will also get to see 'Gathbandhan' that will feature the many predicaments and dilemmas surrounding ‘marriage’. We will also get to see the revered franchise 'Khatron Ke Khiladi' which will be more daring and more entertaining. This time, the theme will be ‘Jigar Pe Trigger’ that will push the 12 contestants out of their comfort zones and strengthen them to perform stunts in the scenic locales of Argentina. With the God of action - Rohit Shetty as the host, the entertainment will only sore high. Revisiting the past, we will have another show, titled 'Jhansi' which will narrate the story of Rani Lakshmibai who fought against the British with all her grit.

So get ready for the TV marathon, gear up for the new shows an let us know which one you conect with, the most!

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