Do you remember the old serials which you watched leaving everything? Even the playground.
Those days were special and will always be remembered. The magic that they had can't be replaced. But we can experience it once again as many of these are uploaded online or have their home video DVDs.
As a child growing up in the '90s serials like Alif Laila, Chandrakanta, Malgudi Days, Byomkesh Bakshi, mythological serials like Mahabharat, Shri Krishna, and comedies like Dekh Bhai Dekh, Tu Tu Main Main, Shrimaan Shrimati is especially close to my heart. So, let's have a recap of the best Doordarshan serials of yesteryear. Nostalgia is the order of the day!. Lead: Alok Nath.
Episodes: 105. Directed by: Ramesh Sippy and Jyoti Sarup. Description: Buniyaad went on to become a hugely popular serial which showcased the life of a common man after India's partition and its aftereffects.
Alok Nath was selected for the prime role of a freedom fighter. Some other known faces who still work in the movie industry are Dilip Tahil and Soni Razdan. Why do I remember this: I saw this when Buniyaad was re-aired after its initial successful run.
And I'm glad that I saw it. Master Haveliram's simpleton life entangled with tragedy connected with the viewers in many ways. Lead: Rajit Kapur, KK Raina, Sukanya Kumar. Episodes: 34. Directed by: Basu Chatterjee. Description: The crime detection series based on the novel written by Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay.
The show still has a cult following in which Rajit Kapur played the lead role. Well crafted episodes with attention to every minute detail make this one a treat to watch. Why do I remember this:I've always liked suspense thrillers. I don't remember any other crime detection serial which is liked by one and all. More recently, CID tried doing the same for which it was successful only for the initial years. Of late, that is turning into more of a comedy. Lead: Om Puri, Roshan Seth, Tom Alter, and many others.
Episodes: 53. Directed by: Shyam Benegal. Description: Shyam Benegal's direction brought forward to us the history of India based on the book by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru known as 'Discovery of India'. The series has altogether 53 episodes showcasing every aspect of Indian histories such as the story of Caste Formation, Ramayan, Emperor Ashoka, Kalidas, Akbar - The Great, and many more.
The vivid and simplistic approach to showcase India's history is marvellous. Why do I remember this:This is the best history lesson you or your child can get. Even to the point, our school teachers used to say to watch this for a better understanding of India's history.
Lead: Shahbaaz Khan, Shikha Swaroop. Episodes: 130. Directed by: Nirja Guleri. Description: This was based on the novel written by the same name.
Though, this ran into controversy as the book writer's grandson accused them of misrepresenting concepts. Only after the Supreme Court's order the show was reinstated. Why do I remember this:I still remember the title song sung by Sonu Nigam. Of course, we were small to know that it has been sung by Sonu Nigam. But the title song was really great which goes like this.so sing along. Lead: SRK, Renuka Shahane, Sameer Khakhar. Episodes: 19.
Directed by: Aziz Mirza & Kundan Shah. Description: Enter Shahrukh Khan. Shahrukh played the lead role of Raghavan, a Malayalee circus artist. Other actors who went on to make a name for themselves after this are Renuka Sahane (love-interest of Shahrukh), and Ashutosh Gowarikar (SRK's friend?). Why do I remember this: It was later in the years, that SRK had become King Khan of Bollywood.
Many discussion on SRK started or ended praising his humble roots and how he is a self-made man who started with serials like Circus etc. Lead: Chandraprakash Dwivedi. Episodes: 47. Directed by: Chandraprakash Dwivedi.
Description: This series is based on the eminent thinker, teacher, philosopher of the 4th century. Apart from that Chanakya was one of the earliest political thinkers and served as the chief adviser of emperor Chandragupta Maurya. This epic serial has had the honour of getting many international awards. A total of 47 episodes was aired in 1991 on a weekly basis. Why do I remember this:The strategist that Chanakya was and his teachings can be used in the 21st century. Therefore, after long completing its run and re-run, you could see many people with the book Chanakyaneeti.
Lead: Shekhar Suman, Farida Jalal, Navin Nischol and many others. Episodes: 66. Directed by: Anand Mahendroo. Description: The complete family drama-comedy show which will definitely bring a gushing smile on your face - and that's guaranteed. Diwan family was indeed deewani.
Why do I remember this: Is Rang Badalti Duniya Mein.Kya Tera Hai Kya Mera.Dekh Bhai Dekh. I remember the character of Shekhar Suman where he used to recite his dialogue non-stop, the character of Gareema played by Deven Bhojani, and will you ever forget the short man Lilliput? And do you remember the credits at the start showing Jaya Bachchan's name zooming in the front?.
Lead: To me, every character is the lead. Episodes: 100.
Directed by: Jymn Magon. Description: The popular cartoon series was imported from the USA and did very well in India and many other countries.
Why do I remember this: It feels so amazing to watch this again. If I remember properly it was shown in the evening between 6.30 to 7.00. Running from school just to watch Uncle Scrooge in his quest for accumulating more wealth was amazing.
The adventures of Uncle Scrooge, his amazingly intelligent nephews: Huey, Dewey, and Louie, and Launchpad are being remembered with great admiration and fondness. Lead: Vinod Nagpal, Jayshree Arora, Seema Bhargav. Episodes: 154. Directed by: P.
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Kumar Vasudev. Description: The first Indian TV soap opera. When this started it became a huge hit and also went on to run for a long time. A total of 156 episodes were shown which was pretty historic even by international standards at that time. Why do I remember this: The character of Majhli is my favourite. The best show till now that brought on-screen the life and times of middle-class society of the eighties.
Lead: Mohan Gokhale, Pallavi Joshi, Om Puri. Episodes: 12. Directed by: Ketan Mehta.
Description: The show which had an NRI American trying to search a well-cultured bride in India. He goes on to see 12 girls each belonging to a different Rashi. Funny and thought-provoking. This was narrated by Om Puri in his unique style. Why do I remember this: I only recently watched this on YouTube and it was funny. This tries to shed light on the customs and practices that take place in Indian marriages.
I can understand the impact it would have created at the time of its release. Lead: Gajendra Chouhan, Nitish Bharadwaj, Mukesh Khanna. Episodes: 94. Directed by: Ravi Chopra. Description: The story of the biggest war according to Hindi scriptures was shown in much detail. Many actors went on to make a successful career after this.
Why do I remember this: The song at the start is awesome sung by Mahendra Kapoor. The grandeur, though, might not excite when compared to today's special effects. Nevertheless, this made audiences hooked to their seats every Sunday morning. This taught so much to the audience about Indian mythology. Lead: Of course Mowgli!.
Episodes: 52. Directed by: Fumio Kurokawa. Description: The fascinating story of Mowgli and Sharekhan. The best part of this was the continuing script, unlike other animated series. Why do I remember this: As I was writing this my mom reminds me 'You used to be mad about Mowgli'. And tell me who hasn't recited the famous lines: ' Jungle Jungle Baat Chali Hai Pata Chala Hai.Chaddi Pahenge Phool Khila Hai Phool Khila Hai'. The title song is composed by Vishal Bharadwaj, lyrics by Gulzar, and the singer is (Photo Link).
Lead: Mandira Bedi. Episodes: Unknown.
Directed by: Adi Pocha. Description: Mandira Bedi made her debut in the industry with this dark reality-based serial. She plays the character of Shanti the lead actor who aspires to be a journalist. And boy see the stark differences of her looks now. She definitely looks much bolder and I must say she carries it very well. Why I remember this: All because of Mandira Bedi.
She went on to do many more serials and movies after Shanti. The transformation she had after the 2003 Cricket World Cup is one to remember. Lead: Reema Lagoo, Supriya Pilgaonkar, Mahesh Thakur. Episodes: 169. Directed by: Sachin Pilgaonkar. Description: Pun on Saas-Bahu relationship. Why I remember this: The unique way of telling 'Action' before the start of the episode is one small reason I remember this.
The camaraderie and sweet little arguments between the lead actors were awesome. Reema Lagoo and Supriya Pilgaonkar have some great fun irritating each other. Where is all the love lost between the Saas-Bahu (I'm talking about the recent shows)? Very glad to recollect all these wonderful serials through your post here. I used to watch many of those serials with much interest and a great liking. But, I never heard about that Shahrukh Khan's Circus serial. All other serials up to 40 have been mostly watched by me.
You omitted one more interesting serial for physical fitness. The Serial named 'Dus Kadam'. It was also very great. I would like to watch all these wonderful serials once again. Presently, I am watching 'Nanhi si kali meri ladli' and 'Purva Ek Nayi Soch'.
Official website Doordarshan (abbreviated in English as DD) is an autonomous founded by the, which is owned by the and is one of two divisions of. It is one of India's largest broadcasting organisations in terms of and infrastructure, having been established on 15 September 1959. It also broadcasts on digital terrestrial transmitters.
DD provides television, radio, online and mobile services throughout metropolitan and regional India, as well as overseas, through the Indian Network and Radio India. Contents.
History Doordarshan had a modest beginning as an experimental telecast starting in on 15 September 1959, with a small transmitter and a makeshift studio. Regular daily transmission started in 1965 as a part of. Doordarshan began a five-minute news bulletin in the same year. Pratima Puri was the first newsreader. Joined Doordarshan in 1967, and later became a news anchor. The television service was extended to Bombay (now ) and in 1972. Up until 1975, only seven Indian cities had a television service and Doordarshan remained the sole provider of television in India.
Television services were separated from radio on 1 April 1976. Each office of All India Radio and Doordarshan was placed under the management of two separate Director Generals in New Delhi. Finally, in 1982, Doordarshan took shape as a National Broadcaster. Was the first program telecast on Doordarshan. It commenced on 26 January 1967 and is one of the longest running programs on Indian television. Nationwide transmission and colour television. Doordarshan Bhawan, Copernicus Marg, Delhi National telecasts were introduced in 1982.
In the same year, was introduced to India with the live telecast of the Independence Day speech by the, on 15 August 1982. This was followed by the held in Delhi. Now more than 90 percent of the Indian population can receive Doordarshan (DD National) programmes through a network of nearly 1,400 terrestrial transmitters. There are about 46 Doordarshan studios producing TV programmes. For the, live telecasts of the opening and closing ceremonies of the games were broadcast on its national channel.
DD Sports provided round-the-clock coverage of sport events. On 17 November 2014, Doordarshan relaunched with a new theme of pink and purple, accompanied by a new punchline, Desh Ka Apna Channel, meaning 'the country's own channel'. It was announced by Vijayalaxmi Chhabra, Director General of Doordarshan.
Former shows. The first TV serial, in 1976, was Ladoosingh Taxiwala, starring as Sardaar, a taxi driver. The 1980s were noted for shows such as (1984), (1986–87) and, and comedy shows like (1984). Mythological shows such as (1987–88) and (1989–90) paved the way for mythological and historical shows. Such was their popularity that roads would be empty when they were aired. film songs based programmes like, and.
Crime thrillers like Barrister Vinod (starring ), (starring ), Aparadhi Kaun, PC 1008 (starring ), Police File Se, (starring ), Reporter , Janki Jasoos, and (starring ). Shows targeted at children included the ever-popular, and cartoons, and also, and. The dubbed Hindi version of the Japanese was hugely popular, especially it's introductory track, whose music was composed. Shows catering to kids also included, Dada Dadi ki Kahaniyan, Ek Do Teen Chaar, (puppet show), (a English version of a Japanese anime), and, Kahaniyon ke Guchhae and the horror serial Kile ka Rahasya (1989). There were also comic plays of, and.
(1998–2005), India's first superhero, glued millions to Doordarshan as did many other shows. Other popular shows included, a Japanese drama series, dealing with social issues, Dil Dariya, Doosra Keval, Shyam Benegal's, 's, Rani Lakshmibai, Dastan-E-Hatim Tai, Mulla Nasiruddin, Mungerilal Ke Haseen Sapne, Nupur, Subah, Bano Begum, Phulvanti, Paying Guest, Phool Khile Hain Gulshan Gulshan, Show theme, Sangharsh, Lifeline, Junoon, (starring ), Sansaar, (launching ), (starring ), Tana Bana, (launching ), Jaspal Bhatti's, reality singing show, and Tootne Ke Baad. There were many acclaimed shows on Indian armed forces which aired on Doordarshan -, (launching ). Serials like Dadi Maa Jagi, Bibi Natiyonwali and Aur Bhi Ghum Hai Zamane Mein were also popular. Sarab Sanji Gurbani was the first sponsored programme on Doordarshan, sponsored by Texla TV. Among the earliest documentary films produced by Doordarshan in Delhi are The Peacock Calls Mor Machay Shor (1968), TRS-FRS (1968), The Floods May Come and Go (1969), and University Girls (1971). Some of the Transtel-Cologne shows that were popularly played on Doordarshan include, and Scene of Crime.
Doordarshan also played NBC's starring and ABC's as part of its Sunday afternoon broadcast during the mid- and late 1980s. Doordarshan brought to Indian viewers geographical documentaries made by the great marine explorer ( ) and the British naturalist ( ). Doordarshan also brought to the Indian viewers the English political comedy series, and the American family comedy serial. During 1994–95, Doordarshan for four hours aired programs from MTV which had the sensational Rahul Khanna as the VJ. 's Kayamat, Ithihaas and many other shows from were broadcast on this channel. Channels Doordarshan operates 34 channels:.
Two All India channels (available terrestrially), and. 16 regional language satellite channels (RLSC), 11 state networks (SN), an international channel, a sports channel, DD Bharati, DD Urdu & DD Kisan. On aka (DD-1), regional programs and local programs are carried on time-sharing basis. Channel, launched on 3 November 2003, which replaced the formerly known as DD-2 entertainment channel, provides 24-hour news service. The regional languages satellite channels have two components – the regional service for the particular state relayed by all terrestrial transmitters in the state and additional programs in the regional language in prime time and non-prime time available only through cable operators. DD-Sports Channel is exclusively devoted to the broadcasting of sporting events of national and international importance.
This is the only sports channel which telecasts rural sports like kho-kho and kabbadi, something which private broadcasters will not attempt to telecast as it will not attract any revenue. The Times of India. Retrieved 2017-09-18. Kamat, Payal. Retrieved 20 December 2016. Sharmila Mitra Deb, Anthem Press, 2009, the well-known program Krishi Darshan, which started its telecast on January 26, 1967. 'informing' and 'educating' the farmers about improving agricultural productivity.
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