Across
the world, May 1 is celebrated as
International Labour Day but the date is of special significance in India as
the days when two of it’s most progressive states, Maharashtra and Gujarat
celebrate, the day they achieved statehood. This year EPIC Channel - India Ka
Apna Infotainment, known for its India centric content is taking the
celebrations on-air, by showcasing unique stories from this region in a
day-long curated programming line-up from 12pm -7pm.
Culturally
diverse and picturesque states with unique culinary traditions, the programmes
will explore little known and unique facets of these states.
The
special line-up by EPIC Channel, will feature episodes of Sharanam where Juhi
Chawla will take the viewers on a journey to, ‘Ganpatipule’ on the western
coast of Maharashtra, the abode, according to popular belief, of a 400-year-old self-manifested idol of Lord Ganesha. An
episode on ‘Sai Baba’ of Shirdi where the viewers will get a chance to
understand the message and miracles of Sai Baba through the eyes of his
devotees. Another episode will cover Mahalaxmi of Kolhapur who is eulogised as
the reason for the prosperity of the city.
Kahi
Suni showcasing episodes on ‘Madhavpur Ghed’ in Gujarat, which traces the
mystic romance of Lord Krishna’s wedding with Rukmini. ‘Adalaj Vav’, which
tells the tale of Rani Radubai and the formation of the beautiful Adalaj
Stepwell.
No
journey in India is complete without a chapter on food, Lost Recipes hosted by
Aditya Bal, will take the audience on a journey of food which is diffused into
the pages of history and the rediscovery of a tradition that once was. One of
the episodes on ‘Mumbai’ will focus on its 2000-year-old East Indian community, and their
mouth-watering cuisine. Another episode will be on ‘Udwada’ in Gujarat where
the host discovers the forgotten recipes of 19th century that are a delightful amalgamation of
Persian and Gujarati cultures and their flavours.
Viewers
will get a chance to visit through the lens of history some of India’s most
historic locations including Champner, Daulatabad, Murud, and Lakhpat through
the show Ekaant.
Speaking
about the special content line-up, Akul Tripathi, Content & Programming
Head, EPIC Channel, said, “We have always believed in celebrating India and
days that are special for the people and the country. Maharashtra and Gujarat
are important weaves in the multi-coloured fabric of the country and their day
of statehood is an opportunity to rejoice in the diversity of thought, culture,
traditions, and histories and introduce them to the entire country.
Get
set for an EPIC binge on the Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day special on 1st May, 2019 from
12 noon to 7 pm, only on EPIC Channel.
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