Masterchef India or Shark Tank India ?

Celebrate the New Year with a bang when you check out the best of SonyLIV content on YuppTV. SonyLIV launched the new season of MasterChef India and Shark Tank India from January 2 to take viewers on an adventurous ride. Adding an unlimited dose of entertainment, these two popular reality shows returned with renewed seasons to offer a whole new level of excitement. Why choose when you can watch both?

MasterChef India - To glorify India's unique cuisines and bring recognition to vibrant Indian culinary culture, aspiring chefs from every corner of the country participate in this reality show. MasterChef India explores different food dishes alongside the dynamic cultures of the country. Home to mixed traditions, India offers a wide range of culinary diversity. The show intends to find out contestants' culinary skills and discover the best 'Home Cook' in the country. Participants must prepare a variety of unique cooking tests, judges' culinary choices, their favorite dishes, innovative challenges, presentation styles and more. Along with displaying their cooking skills, contenders across gender and ages will share their journey, the reason for their passion for cooking, plans and other heartwarming stories. Celebrity chefs Vikas Khanna, Chef Ranveer Brar, and Chef Garima Arora will mentor and judge the aspirants. The winner will get the coveted title and handsome prize money. 

Masterchef India all episodes is available in Singapore, Middle East region, Canada and some parts of Europe region.

Shark Tank India - After enjoying the thumping success of season 1, India's first business reality show, Shark Tank India, is back with yet another exciting season. An Indian version of America's popular show Shark Tank, this show received instant recognition and tremendous response from the viewers. The show is designed to encourage young emerging entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to potential investors called Shanks and impress them to invest to develop their product/idea. 

Self-made multi-millionaires like Aman Gupta, Peyush Bansal, Anupam Mittal, Vineeta Singh, Namita Thapar and Amit Jain will judge the contestants and mentor them.

Shark Tank India all episodes is available in APAC , Middle East and some parts of Europe.

Buckle up to experience endless excitement from the comfort of your home on SonyLIV through YuppTV. 

Watch Tanaav on Sony LIV - Two sides of the same story!

Emerging as everyone’s favourite one-stop destination for endless entertainment, SonyLIV brings another gripping thriller Tanaav to keep you on the edge of your seat. This 8-episode Hindi action thriller is well-written and perfectly executed making it an intriguing and riveting moving at a fast pace. Directed by Sudhir Mishra, Tanaav stars Manav Vij, Sumit Kaul, Rajat Kapoor, Arbaaz Khan, Arslan Goni and others in prominent roles. 

The story is set in Kashmir and revolves around the unrest in the valley and freedom of Kashmir. The conflict between a special task force officer Kabir and a dreaded terrorist is so compelling. Manav Vij as undercover officer Kabir and Sumit Kaul's portrayal of Umar Riaz pumps our adrenaline rush. All the eight episodes are grippy and don’t deviate from the plot telling the two sides of the same story. The first episode Resurrection narrates the return of retired special task force officer Kabir to catch hold a dangerous terrorist Umar aiming on the liberation of Kashmir. The whole episode gives viewers the motives of both protagonist and antagonist. The next seven episodes will unleash several twists and turns and explores many dark secrets in the valley. The script is tight, there are no unwanted sub plots and the story has all the ingredients to make it a superhit.

This espionage thriller series with grippy narration evoking emotions is a must-watch on SonyLIV through YuppTV.

Avrodh - The Seige Within Season 2 on SonyLIV

After the spectacular success of Avrodh Season 1, SonyLIV brings Season 2 with an exciting plot. Binge-watch this eight-episode war thriller with many twists and turns to make your weekend more enjoyable. It celebrates the war heroes and their bravery in safeguarding the nation. The intelligence of the Indian Army in tackling terrorists and terrorist organizations in season 2 will keep you on the edge of your seat. 

Based on Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh's 2017 book, India's Most Fearless, this season revolves around terror organizations, militant activities, the struggles of soldiers, the Indian Army, demonetization and fake notes circulation. Follow the life of Pradeep Bhattacharya, an Additional Commissioner in the International Taxation Department and also Captain in the Territorial Army of India battling terror attacks. Season 2 is a parallel story and not exactly a sequel to the first part.

 

Starring Abir Chatterjee, Aahana Kumra, Amit Sadh and Neeraj Kabi in the leading roles, this military drama has many Goosebumps moments. Raj Acharya's gripping narration on defence and economy is a must-watch. Season 1 witnessed enormous appreciation for its fascinating plot and stunning making. The premise was around the 2017 Uri attack, and Surgical Strikes followed. The dramatization and fictionalized narration of the war and attack were well received. Season 2's intriguing plot makes you indulge and travel with the characters.

Watch Avrodh Season 2 on SonyLIV with YuppTV and experience all the thrills.

SonyLIV streams Tamil Political Thriller Nenjuku Needhi - Watch on YuppTV

Emerging as a one-stop destination for uninterrupted entertainment; SonyLIV adds exciting movies and originals to its vast library. With unique and unusual stories, the platform encourages a new wave of storytelling and narration techniques. Watch the latest Tamil political thriller Nenjuku Needhi on SonyLIV through YuppTV.

Nenjuku Needhi

Watch the intense and intriguing Tamil political drama Nenjuku Needhi on SonyLIV and experience all the thrills and chills. The story revolves around an honest and upright Police Officer investigating a mysterious murder case and uncovering the dark reality of caste discrimination and inequality. Based on Anubhav Sinha's critically acclaimed Hindi film, Article 15, this hard-hitting Tamil adaptation never deviates from the core and is sure to touch your heart. The film received applause from the audience and positive reviews from critics for exploring different hues of society.

Starring Udhayanidhi Stalin, Tanya Ravichandran, and Shivani Rajashekar in the lead roles, the grippy narration keeps you hooked to the screen. Udayanidhi Stalin earned massive appreciation for his performance as an impartial cop. This Arunraja Kamaraj directorial is powerful and thought-provoking on caste disparities and social injustice. Produced by Boney Kapoor, Dinesh Krishnan's cinematography transports us to the interiors of Tamil nadu. Sit back, relax and watch Nenjuku Needhi on SonyLIV through YuppTV now.

Dulquer Salmaan’s SALUTE - An ode to the good-old police crime thriller.

One of the most anticipated Malayalam films in recent times, Salute, is now streaming on SonyLIV. Starring Dulquer Salmaan and Diana Penty in the lead roles, Dulquer produced this Malayalam crime investigate thriller and is helmed by Rosshan Andrrews. Initially slated to release during Pongal, Salute was later postponed due to the rising Omicron cases. The makers of Salute have subsequently decided to go for a direct-to-release on SonyLIV on March 18 but surprised the users releasing it a day before its actual date.

Salute is a nerve-wracking grippy thriller that revolves around a voluntarily retired SI, Aravind Karunakaran, troubled by an old case he investigated in the past. The cop must gather all the evidence and unravel the mystery and crack the case. Will he be able to solve the long-standing case or get tangled in a dangerous conspiracy? Unlike a regular cop film that glorifies the uniform with high-voltage action scenes, Salute is clever and brilliantly written. Intertwined between a moving compass of morals and caught up between familial love, Dulquer stands out in all.

Along with Dulquer, all the actors have displayed a top-notch performance that makes it a fine quality product. Sreekar Prasad's crisp editing, Jakes Bijoy score and Rosshan's brilliant narration make it an engaging nail-biter. Rosshan collaborated with popular screenwriters Bobby and Sanjay once again for this movie. Considered a successful combination, their collaboration has brought many unique stories that enthralled the fans. With a gripping and intriguing storyline, Salute is an absolute must-watch. Salute is premiering on SonyLIV in Malayalam, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Kannada. Get ready to experience all the thrills and chills while you watch it on SonyLIV through YuppTV. With SonyLIV available on YuppTV, users can now access all the exciting  SonyLIV content. Enjoy SonyLIV's latest movies, top shows, most-watched originals and old classics on YuppTV.

Weekend Watchlist: Check out these SonyLIV OTT releases to binge this weekend!

Undekhi 2

SonyLIV's popular thriller series Undekhi returns with season 2 on 4th March. Starring Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Harsh Chhaya, Anchal Singh and Apeksha Porwal in crucial roles. While a few new faces are expected to see in season 2, the sequel is believed to begin from where it ended. The recently released trailer is instantly intriguing and guarantees an edge of the seat experience.

Undekhi season 1 was a riveting thriller loaded with gripping narration and some powerful performances. Directed by Ashish R Shukla Undekhi is based on real incidents and illustrates the conflict between power and justice. Season 2 is set in Manali and follows a cycle of events changing dynamics. With new faces seen in the trailer, season 2 is set to offer more thrills and chills. Get ready to see what cannot be unseen now on SonyLIV.

Clap

Aadhi Pinishetty's Clap is an inspiring story that ticks all the right boxes for a perfect sports drama. Vishnu (Aadhi) aspires to win a national level gold medal, but he must deal with many other things to fulfil his goal. The film allows viewers to indulge in the life of an athlete with unexpected twists and turn. Aadhi is convincing as an athlete and compels you to clap and cheer for his performance. Although it's a sports genre film, a lot goes beneath the surface and gets interesting in the progression. Directed by Prithvi Aditya, there are many layers in the movie that rightly strike chords. Music by Maestro Ilayaraja is just spectacular. Clap is streaming exclusively now on SonyLIV. 

Watch Kaun Banega Crorepati all episodes on SonyLIV available on YuppTV

Kaun Banega Crorepati has reached a remarkable milestone, and the iconic show celebrated its 1000th episode . One of the longest-running shows on Indian Television, the show has touched many lives in the last 21 years. Check out some special celebrity episodes with Megastar Amitabh Bachchan on the show.

1. Sonu Sood and Kapil Sharma

The 60th episode of KBC 13 witnessed actor Sonu Sood and popular comedian Kapil Sharma on show. This episode was a complete fun ride as it brought nonstop laughs and endless giggles not only to audiences but also to host Amitabh Bachchan. The duo went on to win 25 lakhs and left everyone in splits. Guaranteed to tickle your funnybones, this is a must-watch. If you missed watching this funny episode, watch it on SonyLIV through YuppTV, and if you have already watched it, watch it again for an extra dose of fun.

2. Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif and Rohit Shetty

This Diwali special episode of KBC witnessed Bollywood action king Akshay Kumar, ever gorgeous Katrina Kaif and successful director Rohit Shetty on the hot seat. From Akshay Kumar prank on Katrina to emotional moments of remembering Rohit Shetty father, the episode had a perfect blend of drama and fun. Do watch this episode on SonyLIV now.

3. Rajkummar Rao and Kriti Sanon

This Shandaar Shukravar episode of KBC had talented actors Rajkummar Rao and Kriti Sanon on the hot seat, promoting their film 'Hum Do Hamare Do.' It was a fanboy moment for Rajkummar, who shared his affection towards Amitabh Bachchan. Kriti and Rajkummar recalled when Big B had sent them handwritten letters appreciating their performance in Bareilly ki Barfi. Kriti proposing to Mr Bachchan and dancing with him was the highlight of the show. Both of them managed to win 25 lakhs on the game show.

4. Neeraj Chopra and PR Sreejesh

Olympic Champions Neeraj Chopra and PR Sreejesh appeared on the show after winning Olympic medals for the nation. Neeraj won the first-ever gold medal for India in the track and field category for Javelin throw. Sreejesh was part of the team that won bronze in Men's hockey. The sports stars had a gala time with Big B and won 25 lakhs.

5. KBC Final Episode

After almost four months, Kaun Banega Crorepati 13 ended on a good note. Amitabh Bachchan hosted the finale episode with Harbhajan Singh and Irfan Pathan as special guests. When Amitabh teased the former cricketers about their ‘famous’ tempers, Irfan took out a couple of stress relief balls and promised to release their anger with the help of those. Harbhajan teased Irfan about eating with both hands and said that he is capable of finishing food meant for four persons alone. Amitabh then asked the two to name a cricketer they are scared of. Harbhajan said that he was intimidated by Sachin at first.

Aamis, Kaanekkaane, Raghu CNG, Naduvan , Aakashavaani - Regional Movies on SonyLIV

SonyLIV is penetrating deeper into the hearts of millions of Indians by focusing on local stories, original content in all the vernacular languages and engaging storytelling. Emerging as the one-stop destination for unlimited entertainment, the platform builds its regional content library with real and relatable tales. The world's largest media service provider for streaming Indian content, YuppTV adds popular OTT platform SonyLIV to its vast content library. Let's check out some popular regional films on SonyLIV -

Aamis

Aamis is a dark love story that breaks all the boundaries between a young PhD student and a married Pediatrician in her late 30s. Set in the backdrop of meat-eating habits of Northeast India, the film narrates their shared love for food which takes a strange turn at the end. Written and Directed by Bhaskar Hazarika, this irresistibly insane Assamese film throws up several unanswered questions. The two debutants, Lima Das as Nirmali and Arghadeep Baruah as Sumon, displayed an outstanding performance that is just subtle and surreal. Not only the story introduces some typical meat dishes, but it also leaves you gasping for breath by the end.

Kaanekkaane

This Malayalam family drama with all the thriller elements is about a father fighting to endure the grief of losing his daughter. The twist in the tale arises when he senses some foul play in her death. Suraj Venjaramoodu is brilliant as Paul, who is fighting a tough battle after losing his daughter. Tovino Thomas takes his performance to the next level, where all the pain and guilt is shown in the eyes rather than dialogues. Aishwarya Lekshmi plays Sneha, a woman fighting to end her loneliness and carries all her emotions with ease. Written by Bobby and Sanjay, Kaanekkaane is directed by Manu Ashokan and is streaming on SonyLIV.

Raghu CNG

Directed by Vishal Vada Vala, this Gujarati suspense thriller narrates the story of Raghu, a kidnapper and the people he abducted. Ethan Wade played the titular role and portrayed Raghu convincingly. Available on SonyLIV, Raghu CNG is sure to generate real psychological thrills.

Naduvan

This revenge drama has an extramarital affair at its core, presenting betrayal in a distinctive style.  Written and directed by Sharran Kumar, Naduvan is an engaging thriller with a gripping narrative that showcases the beautiful Kodaikanal.

Aakashavaani

Coming as a breath of fresh air, this Telugu slice-of-life drama is set in a forest agency where tribals have no connection with the outer world and accept radio as a new talking god. While the village head(Dora) controls the forest with his might, Ashwin Gangaraju's Aakashavaani is an exciting take on oppression and myths. Starring Samuthirakani and Vinay Varma in lead roles, Aakashavaani on SonyLIV is a must-watch.

Get your binge mode on with SonyLIV must-watch movies available on YuppTV now.

KBC and The Kapil Sharma Show are back with new seasons

SonyLIV, which is now available on YuppTV has brought new seasons of the widely loved shows this week. The Kapil Sharma Show and Kaun Banega Crorepati had created a buzz way before the premiere episode aired. 

The Kapil Sharma Show:

The show’s brand new Season left the audience in splits right from the first Promo Release. While Archana Puran Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Bharti Singh, Chandan Prabhakar, Sumona Chakravarti and Kiku Sharda return to the comedy show, Gaurav Gera and Sudesh Lehri have also joined the cast.

The premiere episode of The Kapil Sharma show featured the team members of the recent Bollywood release, Bhuj: The Pride Of India; Ajay Devgan, Nora Fatehi, Ammy Virk, Sonakshi Sinha, Sharad Kelkar. Alongside the “Permanent Guest” Akshay Kumar, Huma Qureshi, Vaani Kapoor from the star cast and the producer of Bell Bottom, Jackie Bhagnani also joined Kapil and co. on the stage. With new and even more absurd characters, Kapil Sharma’s show is here not only to tickle your funny bone but murder it. 

Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 13:

The country’s favourite host, Amitabh Bachchan is back with a new season of India’s favourite quiz show. The promo started with the host welcoming the audience once again. The host announced a small change in Fastest Finger First round where they will be given four options and a 10 second timer. The first contestant to win the round and reach the hot seat is Gyaan Raj, a teacher in a remote village in Jharkhand. Get to know his inspiring story and watch how much he wins on KBS Season 13.

SonyLIV is now available on YuppTV. Subscribe now by visiting the website or download the YuppTV app.

YuppTV launches the top premier streaming platform SonyLIV across International Markets

Premium SonyLIV Originals and TV Shows will be available on YuppTV in UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Middle East and Europe

Hyderabad, 12,July 2021:  YuppTV, the world’s leading OTT platform for South-Asian content, is has launched SonyLIV in UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Middle East, and Europe on 1st July.  Through this platform, viewers will be able to watch a wide range of entertainment content in multiple native languages, blockbuster Originals, TV shows and movies in various genres.

SonyLIV offers an assortment of VOD content including SonyLIV premium Originals, blockbuster TV shows and movies. With the launch of SonyLIV on YuppTV in in UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Middle East, and Europe, YuppTV users will be able to enjoy a wide range of shows and movies across multiple genres. 

Commenting on the association- Mr Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO of  YuppTV, said, “It is a delight for us to add SonyLIV to our vast library, offering the entertainment giant a much wider reach across the globe. Our viewers are set to enjoy ample latest and greatest options from SonyLIV on our platform. These markets provide great potential for Indian television viewers from Hindi shows to South Indian movies. It will be a great association for both.”

Mr. Manish Aggarwal, Head - Growth and Monetization, Digital Business, said, “We are excited to extend our presence overseas and offer a plethora of enriching and diverse content to a wider set of audience with YuppTV. It is a pleasure to come together and be able to continue transforming the face of Indian entertainment globally. This collaboration will help us make our content easily accessible and ensure a seamless experience for our viewers.”

Be it shows like the ultra-famous ‘Scam 1992 – The Harshad Mehta Story’, Maharani, Avrodh, users can access a wealth of SonyLIV shows through the YuppTV platform. The users will get a blend of shows in multiple languages including Hindi, Marathi, and Bengali along with Hindi dubbed South Indian content.

About SonyLIV

SonyLIV is the first Indian premium Video on demand (VOD) service by Sony Pictures Networks’ (SPN) providing multi-screen engagement for users on all devices. Launched in January 2013, the digital streaming player is home to 24 years of rich content from the library of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) with over 40,000 hours of programming. SonyLIV subscribers get exclusive access to its Originals, 18,000+ hours of TV Shows, Live TV and Kids content.

With 100 million+ app downloads so far, SonyLIV provides original and exclusive premium content to Indian viewers. The platform has over 150+ original shows spread across Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and Bengali. The Tamil and Telugu library itself boasts of 2000+ hours of Movies and Originals. SonyLIV’s originals its line-up includes - Avrodh, Your Honor, Undekhi, Bhonsle, JL50, Sandwiched Forever and Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, Maharani and many more.

For more information, log onto www.sonyliv.com

About Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN):

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation, Japan. 

SPN 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 FTA channel for Hindi movies; 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 SPN’s 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; sports entertainment channels – 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 मराठी, the Marathi general entertainment channel; SonyLIV - the digital entertainment VOD platform; SPN Productions, the networks’ film production arm and Studio NEXT the independent production venture for original content and IPs for TV and digital media. SPN reaches out to over 700 million viewers in India and is available in 167 countries. 

The network is recognized as an employer of choice within and outside the media industry. SPN is a recipient of several awards, including India’s Best Companies to Work for 2020 by the Great Place to Work® Institute, India, ‘Aon Best Employers India’ awards in recognition of SPN’s unique workplace culture and exceptional people practices, consistently ranking 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. 

Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited is in its 25th year of operations in India. It has a subsidiary, MSM-Worldwide Factual Media Private Limited and an affiliate, Bangla Entertainment Private Limited in India.

For more information, log onto www.sonypicturesnetworks.com

About YuppTV

YuppTV is one of the world’s largest internet-based TV and On-demand service provider for South Asian content, offering more than 250+ TV channels, Movies and 100+ TV Shows in 14 languages. YuppTV, recently received funding from Emerald Media, a Pan-Asian platform established by leading global investment firm KKR for investing in the media and entertainment sector, wherein Emerald Media acquired a significant minority stake in the company for US$50mn. Emerald Media is led by industry veterans Rajesh Kamat and Paul Aiello, supported by an experienced team of investment and operating executives. The platform primarily focuses on providing growth capital to media, entertainment and digital media companies. YuppTV had earlier raised its Series A round of funding from Poarch Creek Indian Tribe of Alabama.

YuppTV has 25000 hours of entertainment content catalogued in its library, while nearly 2500 hours of new on-demand content is added to the YuppTV platform every day. YuppTV offers Live TV and Catch-Up TV technology. It also offers YuppFlix, a movie on demand streaming service for Expat Market and recently launched YuppTV Originals to bring forth unconventional story telling in collaboration with the top talent from the movie industry. Originals will be available in episodic format for the digital audience, exclusively on YuppTV’s platform. YuppTV is currently ranked #1 Internet Pay TV platform for Indians living abroad and the largest Internet TV platform from premium content availability in India. YuppTV is the most downloaded Indian SmartTV app and it also boasts of 13 million mobile downloads with 4.0 user rating.

Visit https://www.yupptv.com for more information.