Shows that shaped Indian TV
Stills from movies
C.I.D - Crime/thriller
The show became a cultural phenomenon, led by characters ACP Pradyuman (Shivaji Satam) and Sr. Inspectors Abhijeet (Aditya Srivastava) and Daya (Dayanand)
A cult classic, CID inspired numerous spin-offs, making crime-solving an integral part of Indian television`s entertainment narrative
Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah - Comedy
Premiering in 2008, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah revolutionized Indian television by blending humor with social commentary
The show thrives on its diverse cast, representing various Indian cultures, and its lead character, Jethalal Gada, whose antics bring endless laughs
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi - Drama
Premiering in 2000, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi reshaped Indian television by pioneering the family soap opera genre
Garnering record-breaking TRPs, it became Star Plus’s flagship show and dominated prime-time TV for six years
Bigg Boss - Reality Show
Since its debut in 2006, Bigg Boss has transformed Indian television by introducing the reality TV genre at an unprecedented scale
Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan - Mythology
Based on Valmiki`s Ramayan and Tulsidas` Ramcharitmanas, the epic mythological series captivated a staggering 82 percent viewership in India
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