Indian reality shows-Their growth and how they impact talents

Most Indian television channels-both regional and national channels-depend heavily on reality shows to capture and retain their audience. This genre began with quiz contests and now appears in various formats and subjects-most reality shows focus exclusively on mass entertainment. This study focuses on the evolution of Indian reality shows-how they have evolved new formats and addressed ever newer subjects to attract and retain the attention of different type of audiences. The study examines reality shows from different channels and identifies professionals whose talent first came to light via these shows. The methodology used in this study is content analysis of Indian Channel Reality shows. The mode is often used in most talent shows is “who want to be a millionaire” and with in “60 minutes and Dateline". This study explores reality in both their dimensions-the near infinite range of subject matter and content and as a platform for identifying and encouraging new talents.