Child's play | ||
Children have suddenly taken centre stage on TV, be it in family dramas or reality shows | ||
Chaya Unnikrishnan | ||
Whether it is reality shows, fictional soaps, sitcoms, historicals or mythologicals, there is an overwhelming presence of children on the small-screen. Some of the most popular serials Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Ek Veer Ki Ardaas – Veera, Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chasmah, Maharana Pratap, and Bade Acche Laggte Hai have kids playing a pivotal role if not the protagonists. Among the reality shows, Indian Idol Junior has caught the attention of Bollywood celebrities like Lata Mangeshkar, Salman Khan and Amitabh Bachchan who have been tweeting about the enormously talented kids. For the first time even Master Chef India is going the kiddie way with a Junior Masterchef starting next month. Looks like children are a safe bet when it comes to whipping up the TRPs. |
Child's play | ||
Children have suddenly taken centre stage on TV, be it in family dramas or reality shows | ||
Chaya Unnikrishnan | ||
Whether it is reality shows, fictional soaps, sitcoms, historicals or mythologicals, there is an overwhelming presence of children on the small-screen. Some of the most popular serials Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Ek Veer Ki Ardaas ' Veera, Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chasmah, Maharana Pratap, and Bade Acche Laggte Hai have kids playing a pivotal role if not the protagonists. Among the reality shows, Indian Idol Junior has caught the attention of Bollywood celebrities like Lata Mangeshkar, Salman Khan and Amitabh Bachchan who have been tweeting about the enormously talented kids. For the first time even Master Chef India is going the kiddie way with a Junior Masterchef starting next month. Looks like children are a safe bet when it comes to whipping up the TRPs. |