Animals Gone Wild with Jaaved Jaaferi: Host to bring back his signature style of humour

Jaaved Jaaferi. Image source: PR

National Geographic has been on a mission to provide unique insights into the natural world and the amazing creatures that inhabit it. With a whole new approach to its authentic style of storytelling, National Geographic India is bringing Animals Gone Wild with inimitable Jaaved Jaafferi, who will take the viewers an insight into the unexplained and unexpected world of the animal kingdom.

Premiering on March 22 at 8 pm on National Geographic Channel in India, the show will have Jaaved weave in his signature style of humour, wit and comedy while showcasing the most jaw-dropping and thrilling content captured of the wild animals. Adopting three entertaining, endearing and quirky avatars of Tony Tiewala - An Old School Newscaster, Camouflage Ray - A Wildlife Filmmaker along with Gullu Guide - a dubious guide; he will uncover intriguing animal behaviour while providing fact-based and an in-depth understanding of wild behaviour that will push the boundaries of how the world perceives the world of animals in a fun manner.

"We, at National Geographic, strive to inspire, entertain and enlighten our viewers with smart, innovative, and unique content that question what we know, how we view our world, and what drives us forward. With Animals Gone Wild with Jaaved Jaaferi, we thought of approaching our storytelling a little differently; taking our viewers on yet another enriching and entertaining journey into the animal world with the witty and humourous touch of Jaaved while staying true to our ethos. We hope that our efforts will help the viewers better understand and care about the wonders of life on earth", said Kevin Vaz, President and Head - Infotainment, Kids & Regional Entertainment Channels, Star and Disney India.

"We have all grown up watching National Geographic and I am a fan of how they often adopt a compelling and unique style to narrate their stories of the world we live in. I personally am a firm believer and promoter of wild life conservation and with Animals Gone Wild, we brought in a humourous approach to present and create awareness of the life and behavior of animals around us. It's an association that I am really truly happy about", said Jaaved Jaaferi

‘Animal Gone Wild with Jaaved Jaafferi' will premiere on National Geographic Channel in India at 8 pm Monday, 22nd March 2021.