Hindi general entertainment channel Colors will air the Indian adaption of the intense espionage thriller series – 24. The show is expected to go on air in the summer of 2013.
Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor, who acquired the rights to make the Indian version, has selected Colors as its broadcast partner. The show will be produced by Anil Kapoor Film Co with Kapoor playing the lead role of Jack Bauer.
The show wil be directed by director Abhinay Deo and and it is written by Rensil D’ Silva.
24 is different from the existing crime-thrillers on Indian television, with a unique real-time narration format providing action, thrill, suspense, drama and the exhilaration of solving complex cases in 24 hours.
24 also marks the launch of Kapoor first television production under the banner Anil Kapoor Film Co. The show catapulted Anil Kapoor to international fame as he played the role of Omar Hassan in Season 8 of the international series.
In the Indian adaption, Anil Kapoor plays the lead role taking on complex assignments that he resolves in twenty four hours.
Kapoor said, “While scouting for a perfect partner we were in talks with 2-3 leading channels, we chose Colors as in them we see the right platform that not only had a solid connect with the audiences but also enjoyed the reputation of providing futuristic entertainment. I am delighted that 24 will be aired on Colors, the only channel that can match its stature and amplify its impact.”
Raj Nayak, CEO – Colors said, “24 is a show that brings Anil Kapoor’s mass appeal and COLORS’ mass audience together to create history in Indian Television. It’s an honour to bag 24 for Colors; in fact it’s a reward for our efforts and our firm belief in continuously providing disruptive content to our audiences. I am confident the show will set new standards in entertainment and further strengthen connect with Indian audiences.”