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Zee Bangla
Zee Bangla is an Indian general entertainment pay television channel broadcasting in the Bengali language. It is owned by the Zee Entertainment Enterprises.
| Country | India |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | India Bangladesh |
| Network | Cable television network |
| Headquarters | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Programming | |
| Language(s) | Bengali |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Zee Entertainment Enterprises |
| Sister channels | Zee Channels |
| History | |
| Founded | c. 1996 |
| Launched | 15 September 1999 |
| Founder | Subhash Chandra |
| Former names | Alpha TV Bangla (1999–2005) |
| Links | |
| Website | Zee Bangla on ZEE5 |
History
The channel was relaunched on 15 September 1999 as Alpha TV Bangla, along with Alpha TV Marathi, Alpha TV Telugu and Alpha TV Punjabi.[1] It was the first Bengali-language satellite television channel in India.[2]
On 19 June 2011, all Zee channels rebranded with a new logo which was like number two instead of alphabet Z.[3][4][5][importance?]
In 2019, Samrat Ghosh became the head of the channel.[6][importance?] The channel's new graphics was revealed during Sa Re Ga Ma Pa on 7 October 2018.[7][8][9][importance?] In February 2020, it was one of the largest Bengali-language television channels in India by viewership.[10]
On 30 September 2021, Bangladesh imposed a blackout on foreign television channels, including Zee Bangla, that broadcast commercials.[11] Two weeks later, Zee Bangla resumed broadcasting in Bangladesh, albeit without the commercials.[12]
Programming
Drama series
| Title | Premiere date |
|---|---|
| Mithai | 4 January 2021 |
| Gouri Elo | 28 February 2022 |
| Khelna Bari | 16 May 2022 |
| Jagaddhatri | 29 August 2022 |
| Neem Phuler Modhu | 14 November 2022 |
| Sohagjol | 28 November 2022 |
| Ranga Bou | 12 December 2022 |
| Tomar Khola Hawa | 12 December 2022 |
| Mon Dite Chai | 2 January 2023 |
| Icche Putul | 29 January 2023 |
| Mukut | 27 March 2023 |
Acquired series
| Title | Premiere date |
|---|---|
| Shri Krishna Leela | 9 January 2023 |
Reality shows
| Title | Premiere date |
|---|---|
| Didi No. 1 Season 9 | 14 February 2022 |
| Ghore Ghore Zee Bangla | 2 January 2023 |
| Dance Bangla Dance Season 12 | 11 February 2023 |
| Sunrise - Aajker Annapurna | 30 April 2023 |
Notable former broadcasts
Drama series
- Aamar Durga (2016-2017)
- Agnipariksha (2009-2014)
- Alo Chhaya (2019-2021)
- Amloki[13] (2018)
- Andarmahal (2017-2018)
- Bagh Bondi Khela (2020)
- Bhanumotir Khel (2018-2019)
- Bhootu (2016-2017)
- Bibi Chowdhurani (2014)
- Bikele Bhorer Phool (2017)
- Bodhisattwor Bodhbuddhi (2022)
- Bokul Kotha (2017-2020)
- Boyei Gelo (2013-2014)
- Chaddobeshi[14] (2017)
- Chokher Bali (2015-2016)
- Deep Jwele Jaai[15] (2015-2017)
- Dwiragaman (2014-2016)
- Ei Chheleta Bhelbheleta (2016-2017)
- Ei Poth Jodi Na Sesh Hoy (2021-2022)
- Ek Akasher Niche (2000-2005)
- Ekdin Pratidin (2005-2007)
- Esho Maa Lakshmi (2015-2016)
- Goyenda Ginni (2015-2016)
- Hriday Haran B.A. Pass (2018-2020)
- Jamai Raja (2017-2018)
- Jamuna Dhaki (2020-2022)
- Jarowar Jhumko (2016-2017)
- Jibon Saathi (2020-2022)
- Joy Baba Loknath (2018-2020)
- Joyee (2017-2019)
- Kache Aye Shoi (2013-2014)
- Kadambini (2020)
- Kanakanjali (2011-2012)
- Karunamoyee Rani Rashmoni (2017-2022)
- Khirer Putul[16] (2020)
- Ki Kore Bolbo Tomay (2019-2021)
- Kojagori (2015-2016)
- Konya (2011)
- Kori Khela (2021-2022)
- Krishnakoli (2018-2022)
- Laalkuthi (2022)
- Lokkhi Kakima Superstar (2022-2023)
- Neel Simana[17] (2004-2007)
- Netaji (2019-2020)
- Nokshi Kantha (2018-2020)
- Paanch Dine Gappo[17]
- Pandab Goenda (2020-2021)
- Phirki (2020-2021)
- Phoolmoni (2016-2017)
- Pilu (2022)
- Pratibimba[17]
- Premer Phaande (2016)
- Raadha (2016-2017)
- Raage Anuraage (2013-2015)
- Raashi[18] (2011-2015)
- Rajjotok (2014-2016)
- Rangiye Diye Jao (2017-2018)
- Ranu Pelo Lottery (2018-2019)
- Rimli (2021)
- Saat Bhai Champa (2017-2019)
- Saat Paake Bandha (2010-2013)
- Sarbojaya (2021-2022)
- Seemarekha (2017-2019)
- Soudaminir Sansar (2019-2021)
- Stree (2016-2018)
- Subarnalata (2010-2012)
- Trinayani (2019-2020)
- Tumi Robe Nirobe (2014-2016)
- Uma (2021-2022)
- Uron Tubri[19] (2022)
Reality shows
References
- ^ "ZEE TV TIES UP TRANSPONDER DEAL WITH ASIASAT". Indian Television.
- ^ Television in India: Satellites, Politics and Cultural Change. Routledge. 2008. pp. 158–160. ISBN 978-1-134-06213-3.
- ^ "Zee channels to sport new logos". Business Standard India. 28 March 2005. Retrieved 15 May 2021.
- ^ "Remembering Soumitra Chatterjee, Bengali cinema's alt superstar". Zee News.
- ^ "Zee Bangla makes a comeback with fresh content". Afaqs.
- ^ "New roles for Amit Shah and Samrat Ghosh at Zee Entertainment Enterprises – Exchange4media". exchange4media. Retrieved 25 February 2021.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Zee TV unveils its brand new logo and philosophy, 'Aaj Likhenge Kal'". exchange4media.
- ^ "Zee Bangla dons new look". exchange4media.
- ^ "Zee Bangla airs fresh episodes of fiction shows from June 15". bestmediainfo. 16 June 2020.
- ^ "BARC week 6: Four Zee regional channels lead regional markets". Indian Television. 22 February 2020. Retrieved 20 October 2020.
- ^ "দেশে বিজ্ঞাপনসহ বিদেশি টিভি চ্যানেলের সম্প্রচার বন্ধ". bdnews24.com (in Bengali). Retrieved 16 October 2021.
- ^ "Zee Bangla broadcast resumes in Bangladesh without ads". bdnews24.com. Retrieved 16 October 2021.
- ^ "Read know about Zee Bangla's Amloki". Tellychakkar.
- ^ "চেনা মানুষের অচেনা মুখোশের কাহিনি নিয়ে আসছে 'ছদ্মবেশী'". Sangbad Pratidin (in Bengali).
- ^ "Kidnapping drama in Zee Bangla's Deep Jwele Jai". Tellychakkar.
- ^ "New Bengali TV show 'Khirer Putul' to launch soon". The Times of India.
- ^ a b c "Alpha Bangla to woo masses with new fare". Indian Television.
- ^ "Zee Bangla launches a new mega serial 'RASHI'".
- ^ "Sohini Banerjee starrer 'Uron Tubri' to launch soon". The Times of India.
- ^ "Saswata to play key role in Zee Bangla's new reality show Apur Sansar". Tellychakkar.
External links
- Official website