BBC: News

01 Apr 2024

King Charles III

King Charles sends wishes to reporter he once called 'awful'

In a surprising turn of events, King Charles III has extended a heartfelt retirement message to BBC reporter Nicholas Witchell, whom he once famously labeled an "awful man."

01 Apr 2024

April Fools

April Fools' Day: 6 of the greatest pranks in history

April 1, a day synonymous with pranks and jests, has a long-standing tradition across many cultures.

20 Mar 2024

Disney+

BAFTA TV Awards: Netflix's 'The Crown' reigns supreme

In an unprecedented year for the streaming behemoth, Netflix's regal saga The Crown has taken BAFTA TV nominations by storm, securing eight nods.

18 Mar 2024

Kate Middleton

Royal Palace might soon share update regarding Kate Middleton's 'disappearance'

The mystery surrounding the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton's health is deepening by the day, with no concrete confirmation or update from the Royal Palace.

15 Feb 2024

BAFTA

BAFTA 2024: Global and Indian streaming details are out

Get ready for a dazzling night at the BAFTA Awards 2024, set to take place on February 18 at London's Royal Festival Hall.

03 Feb 2024

United Kingdom

UK: Conservative MP calls BBC's reporting of Ram Mandir 'biased' 

The United Kingdom's Conservative MP Bob Blackman on Friday said he was concerned about the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)'s alleged biased coverage of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.

01 Feb 2024

Web Series

Highest-rated BBC documentaries to watch

Embark on a compelling exploration of knowledge, discovery, and storytelling with our curated list of the best BBC documentaries.

31 Jan 2024

Sherlock Holmes

'Sherlock' to 'Pride and Prejudice': Best IMDb-rated BBC shows 

With the rise of OTT platforms worldwide and the ease of access, the shows backed by British government-funded channel BBC have garnered global fans over the years.

29 Jan 2024

Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian produces, stars in BBC series on Elizabeth Taylor

Kim Kardashian is teaming up with BBC Arts to executive produce and star in a three-part documentary series about British-American actor Elizabeth Taylor, titled Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar.

22 Dec 2023

Web Series

'Happy Valley' to 'The Diplomat': Best BBC shows of 2023

Prepare to be immersed in a world of unparalleled storytelling, exceptional performances, and gripping narratives as we explore the standout offerings from BBC in 2023.

07 Dec 2023

United Kingdom

Meet Samir Shah, Maharashtra-born TV executive set to head BBC

The United Kingdom (UK) government has chosen Indian-origin media executive Dr. Samir Shah to be the new chairman of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).

29 Nov 2023

Celebrity

'The Gold': BBC renews heist drama for Season 2

Great news for fans of the heist drama series, The Gold.

17 Oct 2023

TV News

'The Wombles' remake is in development stage with Altitude Television

Altitude Television, a division of Altitude Media Group, is collaborating with The Wombles production house to create a contemporary remake of the cherished British family show, The Wombles.

15 Oct 2023

Happy Birthday

Happy birthday, Ncuti Gatwa: Tracing journey of 'Sex Education' star

Rwandan-Scottish actor Ncuti Gatwa may be relatively new to the acting scene, but his impact is undeniable.

17 Sep 2023

Russell Brand

Russell Brand accused of rape, sexual assault: Everything about case

Comedian-actor Russell Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assault, and emotional abuse, according to a joint investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times, and Channel 4 Dispatches.

14 Sep 2023

Celebrity

British actor Maddy Anholt (35) dies due to brain cancer

British actor and Women's Aid Ambassador Maddy Anholt passed away on Wednesday at the age of 35, after a courageous battle with a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer.

30 Aug 2023

James Corden

James Corden's first interview since 'Late Late Show' coming up

James Corden, known for hosting The Late Late Show on CBS, is set to give his first public interview since leaving the show at the prestigious RTS Cambridge Convention in September.

17 Aug 2023

Hollywood

'Fleabag' to 'Sherlock': BBC's top productions

With a legacy spanning decades, BBC has consistently brought us a diverse range of productions with gripping dramas, timeless adaptions, and insightful documentaries.

17 Aug 2023

Celebrity

'Parkinson' host Sir Michael Parkinson passes away aged 88

Sir Michael Parkinson, renowned chat show host and broadcaster, passed away at 88 after "a brief illness."

16 Aug 2023

Millie Bobby Brown

Millie Bobby Brown's notable performances beyond 'Stranger Things'

As Eleven, the rising star Millie Bobby Brown solidified herself as one of the most exceptional young actors of the last decade.

13 Aug 2023

Doctor Who

'Doctor Who's 56-year-old half-missing serial to receive animated restoration

A half-missing serial from the Doctor Who saga is being resurrected!

02 Aug 2023

Netflix

5 true-crime psychological thriller shows you must watch

With the recent OTT boom, there has been a growth of various genres and one of the most watched is psychological thriller content.

10 Jul 2023

United Kingdom

BBC presenter, who allegedly paid $45,000 for explicit pics, suspended

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) on Sunday announced that it suspended one of its leading presenters amid allegations that they paid a teenager for sexually explicit photographs.

BBC admits to paying lower taxes in India: Report

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has acknowledged that it may have paid lower taxes in India than its liability, the Hindustan Times reported, citing Central Board of Direct Taxation (CBDT) officials.

05 Jun 2023

Royal Family

'Terribly white': 'Bridgerton' star's Royal Family remarks won't face investigation

The coronation ceremony of King Charles III on May 6, stands as one of the most significant events of this year.

05 Jun 2023

OTT releases

Aditya Roy Kapur's 'The Night Manager 2' trailer is out

The Indian Adaptation of The Night Manager received love from all over the world. Ever since, the first part was released, fans were eagerly waiting for the second part and now the makers have unveiled the trailer of the same.

08 May 2023

Entertainment

David Attenborough birthday special: 5 must-watch documentaries by natural historian

Sir David Attenborough has captivated audiences across the globe with his awe-inspiring documentaries—a statement that is undeniably true.

27 Apr 2023

BAFTA

Meera Syal to be honored with BAFTA TV Fellowship

BAFTA is one of the most prestigious awards in cinema and everything associated with the British Academy contains a great weightage. Actor Meera Syal is set to receive the prestigious BAFTA TV Fellowship at the upcoming TV Awards scheduled on May 14.

24 Apr 2023

Hollywood

Hollywood: Actors Joe Cole-Alexandra Roach to headline thriller series 'Nightsleeper'

Joe Cole, known for his work in Peaky Blinders and Skins has been roped in to headline BBC's upcoming thriller series Nightsleeper.

17 Apr 2023

Ye

Kanye West BBC documentary rights sold to many broadcasters

American pop star Kanye West (Ye) has been in the news for some time- be it for his controversial opinions or his personal life. The rapper is also campaigning for the US 2024 Presidential elections.

13 Apr 2023

TV News

BBC greenlights documentary on ancient Roman Empire's Pompeii

The historical city of Pompeii has been a part of all of our history books. We have always wondered about the then Roman world.

ED files case against BBC alleging foreign funding irregularities

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday registered a case against the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) for alleged foreign exchange violation.

11 Apr 2023

Celebrity

Bella Ramsey to star in BBC's 'Time' Season 2

Bella Ramsey's performance was loved by many in The Last of Us and now the actor will feature in the upcoming second season of BBC prison drama Time. Reportedly, the second season will focus on a women's prison and Ramsey will enter the world of Orla and Abi.

11 Apr 2023

Narendra Modi

'BBC' Modi documentary records good viewership even after ban: Report

The BBC documentary, India: The Modi Question has been in the headlines after the documentary was banned by the incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government. The documentary examines the current Prime Minister Narendra Modi's role in the notorious 2002 Gujarat riots.

10 Apr 2023

X

Twitter labels BBC, NPR 'government-funded media'; broadcasters react sharply

Twitter has reportedly labeled the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and the United States (US)-based radio network National Public Radio (NPR) as "government-funded media" on their official Twitter handles, prompting both media houses to respond strongly to the decision.

28 Mar 2023

X

BBC Punjabi's Twitter account withheld amid crackdown on Amritpal Singh

The Twitter account of BBC Punjabi, one of the leading news outlets in Punjab, was withheld "in response to a legal demand" amid a crackdown on Khalistan separatist Amritpal Singh.

22 Mar 2023

BAFTA

BAFTA TV Awards nominees announced! Check out who is leading

It's the BAFTA Television Craft Awards 2023 season and the nomination list is out!

17 Mar 2023

Celebrity

'BBC' show helmer urges crew to speak up about misconduct

Peter Davey, showrunner of Red Nose Day urged the crew to speak up and "make a fuss" about any kind of misconduct as a part of BBC Studios's efforts to stop inappropriate behavior on its shows.

16 Mar 2023

OTT releases

OTT: Netflix's 'Caught Out: Crime. Corruption. Cricket.' releases tomorrow

The late 1990s was a dark time in Indian cricket as it became prey to match-fixing and corruption. There was mudslinging on veteran cricketers and some were found guilty too. Supriya Sobti Gupta's upcoming documentary, Caught Out: Crime. Corruption. Cricket. revolves around the same.

03 Mar 2023

United Nations (UN)

Real or myth? Here's everything to know about Nithyananda's 'Kailasa'

Fugitive rape-accused godman Nithyananda fled India in 2019 and emerged almost a year later, claiming that he had established his own country, the "United States of Kailasa(USK)."