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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Tuesday blues: Midweek IPL final stumps eateries and bars
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel New Delhi: Bars, cafes, clubs, and restaurant chains are rolling out promotions and deals to cash in on the Indian Premier League (IPL) final, but some said Tuesday's religious customs - when many North Indians abstain from alcohol and non-vegetarian food - could put a dent in sales."Being a Tuesday, we're expecting a 35-40% increase in sales," said Zorawar Kalra, managing director of Massive Restaurants, which operates Farzi cafe and Pa Pa Ya bistro and bar. "Had it been some other day, we would have hoped for a higher increase."Chief of a pan-India resto-bar said, "Not only is it a Tuesday, but also one of the finalist teams has a large North Indian fan base. While a weekend IPL final draws up to 100% increase in sales, we are hoping it's not too much of a dampener because of the Tuesday factor."Punjab Kings will play Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Tuesday's IPL final. Whoever wins will be lifting the trophy for the first at most chains remain confident that there would be a significant surge in dine-ins on Tuesday. "We are seeing encouraging advance bookings and are expecting Tuesday to be like a weekend, with a 35-40% increase in dine-in sales as opposed to a regular weekday," said Vikrant Batra, founder of Cafe Delhi Heights This is only the fourth IPL T20 tournament in 18 years when the final is not on a cricketing event was suspended for about a week midway on account of the India-Pakistan border tensions. The final was originally scheduled for May 25, a Sukhija, chief executive of First Fiddle Restaurants that operates Thanks & Beyond, Lord of the Drinks and Diablo among others, expects around 200% uptick in sales compared to a regular Tuesday, which is usually slow."Yes, there are people who abstain from non-vegetarian food on a Tuesday, but most people drink," he said. "And we are expecting big numbers considering it's the IPL final."Sukhija said his outlets are installing big screens in high-footfall zones such as Connaught Place and Aerocity in Sukhi, founder of The Bluebop Cafe in Mumbai, said she is anticipating a 30% surge in sales with a series of consumer commerce platforms, on their part, are running deals for traction from consumers watching the match from their homes or office late nights. Swiggy 's 10-minute food delivery app Snacc, for example, has sent out mailers to its subscribers for 'flash sales' on the match day.
India.com
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Check out about the American reality show based on betrayal and cheating which is now coming to India
Since the evolution of OTT, the series buffs have witnessed a lot of groundbreaking shows based on different genres, especially related to murder mysteries, crime thrillers, etc., that include 'Mirzapur', 'Sacred Games', 'Paatal Lok', 'Farzi' and 'Rana Naidu.' Now, a new reality show has been announced that will be an Indian version of one of the highly acclaimed shows in the TV industry, titled ' The Traitors ', that will feature 20 big celebrities from the industry. So, without any further ado, let us tell you more about this unscripted reality show. Karan Johar To Host The Traitor's Indian Version The official OTT platform Prime Video took to its social media and dropped a 1-minute-42-seconds teaser of the upcoming show which will be hosted by Bollywood's iconic director-producer Karan Johar himself. The clip features KJo covered with masked men around him. Later, he starts improvising the iconic character of Guddu Bhaiya from the series Mirzapur while saying 'Munna Bhaiya marr gaye aur tum darr gaye.. ' Later the teaser moves forward where Karan gives a slight idea about the theme of the show and about the contestants that will be joining the newly launched show. In the end shot, Karan implies that this game is all about betrayals (dhoka) and nothing else as he ends the video while saying 'Rise and Shine, its betrayal time.' Contestants To Feature In The Show According to Karan's small hint it is expected that The Rebel Kid aka Apurva Makhija will be featuring in the show along with social media influencer Uorfi Javed, hip-hop artist Raftaar and Raj Kunndra. As per rumours several other contestants may include actors and actresses like Jasmine Bhasin, Sudhanshu Pandey, Ashish Vidyarthi, Jannat Zubair and many other known faces. Meanwhile, no official confirmation has been shared by any of the celebrities till this date. The Traitors' Release Date The upcoming series will make its debut on Prime Video from June 12, 2024. Its British version is hosted by Claudia Winkleman while Hollywood actor Alan Cumming hosts the American version. The Traitors has more than 35 adaptations in over 30 countries that has also made it earned BAFTA and Emmy Awards.
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
The Traitors promo: Elvish Yadav, Apoorva Mukhija, Uorfi Javed, Raj Kundra join Karan Johar's reality show
Just imagine all the controversy makers you have heard about lately coming together under one roof to stir up even more controversy? Something similar will happen in a new show on Amazon Prime Video, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar. On Friday, the makers of the show dropped a teaser giving a glimpse of what and who to expect in their adaptation of internationally acclaimed reality show The Traitors. According to the makers, The Traitors will be 'the ultimate game of trust, betrayal and deception where alliances will be fragile and no one will be what they seem.' The game will see about 20 players coming together to compete for the coveted title and a prize pot of up to Rs 1 crore. In the date announcement video, Karan Johar introduced a few players of the show. The filmmaker said, 'Munna Bhai died and you cried? Paatal Lok made you question Dharti Ke Log? Poor thing. And Farzi notes felt real? Just like your Farzi friends? You think you had your dose of betrayals? I only hope you can handle what's coming next.' He added, 'Unexpected twists, merciless backstabbing, and the only thing you can trust us with is betrayal. Presenting The Traitors.' A post shared by prime video IN (@primevideoin) ALSO READ | Mumtaz breaks down as she remembers Shammi Kapoor's last days: 'He said he doesn't have long to live and…' Introducing the players, Karan Johar said, 'Yahan milega woh rebel jo kid hote hue bhi badi badi baatein karta hai (Here you'll meet a rebel—still a kid at heart, but full of drama),' hinting at Apoorva Mukhija. He continued, 'Kuch aise bhi hain jo sirf apne outfits ke sahare hi dikhte hain (And then there are those who rely solely on their outfits to make an impression),' alluding to Uorfi Javed. Referring to Shilpa Shetty's husband Raj Kundra, Karan added, 'Jo karte hain masks ke piche controversies hide. (Those who try to hide scandals behind masks.)' Karan also hinted at YouTuber Elvish Yadav taking part in the show, saying, 'Not to forget those jo chuckles ke chakkar mein chakki pissing karne lage (who ended up in prison chasing a couple of chuckles.)' Without giving out names, the filmmaker further teased, 'And the one…. who's fast, sadly, only by name. And jiski life is fabulous because of me (And whose life is fabulous because of me.) Thank me later darling.' It could possibly be Seema Sajdeh or Kalyani Saha Chawla. Karan then shares, 'I will be your host… where no one is anyone's sachcha dost. Welcome to The Traitors where trust ends and game begins. Rise and Shine… it's dhoka time.' Though Karan Johar didn't name any contestants, Apoorva Mukhija, Elvish Yadav, Raj Kundra as well as Uorfi Javed shared the trailer of the show on their respective Instagram Stories confirming their participation in the show. Sharing the video, Elvish wrote, ''Elvish bhai ko koi dhoka de sakta hai kya? (Can anyone betray Elvish?)' Apoorva's caption read, 'Prime Video is giving very kaleshi vibes.' Uorfi, who is collaborating with the streaming platform for the second time, shared, 'Prime Video and I are practically dating rn.' Meanwhile, Raj Kundra shared, 'Seems like today it's a trend to be two-faced.' Every participant on the show has found themselves in the midst of controversy. Apoorva Mukhija recently drew attention for her appearance on Samay Raina's subscriber-only YouTube show, India's Got Latent. Elvish Yadav frequently makes headlines for his involvement in road accidents, snake venom-related incidents, and controversial online remarks. Uorfi Javed, meanwhile, regularly grabs attention for her bold, DIY fashion statements. The reality show will stream from June 12 at 8 pm on Amazon Prime Video.
Hindustan Times
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
The Traitors: Karan Johar hosts reality show on betrayal; Apoorva Mukhija, Elvish Yadav, Uorfi Javed join game
Filmmaker Karan Johar, who previously hosted the reality television show Bigg Boss OTT to a mixed response, has now taken on hosting duties for another reality show, The Traitors. The announcement video also reveals the contestants set to be part of the show. (Also Read: Karan Johar says he is inspired by Stree 2's success: 'Not like the biggest star of the country is in it') On Friday, Prime Video released the announcement video for The Traitors. The video opens with Karan referencing various Prime Video shows like Paatal Lok, Farzi and Mirzapur to build anticipation for his own show, The Traitors, promising "unexpected turns, merciless backstabbing, and just one thing for sure — betrayal." He then went on to hint at the contestants who will be featured. 'Yahan hongi vo rebel jo kid hote hue bhi badi badi baatein karti hain (The rebel who is a kid but talks big things),' hinting at Apoorva Mukhija aka The Rebel Kid. Hinting at Uorfi Javed, Karan added, 'and those who rely entirely on their outfits to make an impression.' He also hinted at Raj Kundra being one of the contestants, saying, 'those who hide controversy behind masks.' He continued, 'Not to forget those who ended up in prison chasing a couple of chuckles,' likely referring to Elvish Yadav. Karan further teased the inclusion of one of the cast members from The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives, saying, 'and the one whose life is fabulous because of me. Thank me later, darling.' Karan concluded the video by saying, 'I'll be the host where no one is anyone's real friend. Welcome to The Traitors, where trust ends and the game begins. Rise and shine, it's betrayal time.' The show is set to premiere on the OTT platform on 12 June, with episodes releasing every Thursday. Elvish confirmed his participation on Instagram Stories, writing, 'Elvish bhai ko koi dhoka de sakta hai kya?' (Can anyone betray Elvish?). Apoorva also shared the announcement video and wrote, 'Prime Video is giving very kaleshi vibes.' Uorfi added, 'Prime Video and I are practically dating rn.' Shilpa Shetty's husband and businessman Raj Kundra commented, 'Seems like today it's a trend to be two-faced.' The Traitors is the Indian adaptation of the internationally acclaimed reality show, produced in collaboration with All3Media International and BBC Studios India Production. The show features 20 distinguished celebrities from various spheres, who come together for the ultimate test of trust and betrayal, competing for a significant cash prize and the coveted title.
Pink Villa
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Forget Paatal Lok and Farzi, Karan Johar's The Traitors teases ultimate game of deceit and it's about to get ruthless
Forget all the betrayal you've seen in Mirzapur, Paatal Lok, and Farzi, because The Traitors is here. Director and producer Karan Johar is ready to take the helm as host of the Indian adaptation of the globally acclaimed thriller reality series The Traitors. The show is set to premiere on Prime Video on June 12, with new episodes dropping every Thursday at 8 PM. Karan Johar took to Instagram to share a teaser video of the new reality show, teasing that betrayal is everywhere and trust is rare. The filmmaker also hinted that Rebel Kid, aka Apoorva Makhija, might be part of the show, leaving fans unable to contain their excitement. See video here: The Traitors has quickly become one of the most rapidly expanding reality TV formats globally, with more than 35 versions produced across over 30 nations. The Indian edition will be fronted by the ever-stylish Karan Johar, who adds his trademark flair to the show. The debut season promises to bring together a dynamic mix of well-known personalities from diverse backgrounds. The teaser gives a thrilling sneak peek at the celebrity participants and teases the suspenseful drama and unpredictable twists that lie ahead. A dapted from IDTV's renowned international format, the Indian version will showcase 20 celebrities facing off in what Prime Video describes as 'a gripping battle of trust and deception.' Co-produced by BBC Studios India Productions and All3Media International, the series signals Prime Video India's entry into the arena of major reality TV ventures. According to a report by Pinkvilla, popular comedian Harsh Gujral is set to join the cast of The Traitors. Joining him will be Jannat Zubair, noted casting director Mukesh Chhabra is also said to be involved in the project. Pinkvilla further reveals that actor and model Sahil Salathia will participate, alongside veteran Bollywood villain Ashish Vidyarthi. Celebrated rapper and singer Raftaar, as well as fashion commentator Sufi, are also expected to appear as contestants. The show's lineup reportedly includes other well-known names such as Jasmine Bhasin, Karan Kundrra, Raj Kundra, Uorfi Javed, Sudhanshu Pandey, and Anshula Kapoor.
