Television News

With an average TVT (Television Viewership in Thousands) of 1739, Bharat Ratna Sachin Tendulkar's 200th Test against the West Indies has emerged as the highest rated Test match on television in India since 2005. Moreover, the series, which was also streamed live on www.starsports.com, attracted 3.5 million web visitors during the two matches.

LG India finally introduced its curved product range in India on Wednesday, including a curved OLED TV for Rs.9,99,000 and the G-Flex smartphone coming in Feb 2014. Though the exact pricing of the curved smartphone has not been revealed, it is expected to be priced between Rs.60,000-65,000. The curved OLED television is a Red Dot design award winner.

Amitabh Bachchan, 83, revealed he slipped and fell during Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 shoot, injuring his knee. He delivered his opening monologue seated, saying standing was difficult. The actor reassured viewers not to worry and later stood up to host the rest of the episode.

Jhanak actor Krushal Ahuja has consciously stepped away from daily television to explore films and other platforms. He called this his 'prime time' for transition, dismissed arrogance allegations, and clarified his reluctance to give media bytes on set. He also addressed his equation with Jhanak's producers and speculation around the show's ending.

After her Bigg Boss 20 eviction, Isha Rikhi reacted to Mahhi Vij's remark linking her emotional breakdown to ex-husband Badshah. Isha called it disappointing and immature, clarifying her reaction was triggered by seeing a housemate bleeding, not past trauma. She said Mahhi, as a senior woman, should have shown more understanding.

Ravee Gupta, who plays Damini in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, denied receiving any official communication about the show ending. She said actors learned about the development through social media, like everyone else. Gupta noted the show had a strong run, including a long stretch at number one, and called industry rumours largely untrue.

Actress Sonali Bendre has supported Salman Khan's stance against online trolling, stating repeated social media criticism deeply impacts children's minds. She stressed the need for civility in public discourse and said people must tune out negativity. Sonali also dismissed appearance-based criticism, saying she won't 'torture' herself to please others.

Divyanka Tripathi praised Salman Khan for speaking against online trolls on Bigg Boss 20, saying every celebrity should do the same. She and husband Vivek Dahiya, new parents to twin boys, are now contestants on Pati Patni Aur Panga 2, which premiered October 10, 2026, on Colors TV.

Sorab Bedi addressed trolling over his relationship with Delnaz Daruwala, reportedly 24 years older. He denied cheating on Splitsvilla 16 partner Niharika Tiwari, saying they were never officially dating. He defended the age gap, praised Delnaz, and revealed his family has accepted the relationship. Niharika had announced their separation in September 2026.

Prince Narula asked fans to stop making romantic edits of him with Splitsvilla 8 co-contestant Karishma Talwar after their reunion on Roadies Rebirth. He clarified Karishma was just his 'connection,' not an ex-girlfriend, and reminded fans he is happily married to Yuvika Chaudhary and has a daughter named Ekleen.