Reality shows became popular in India during 90's. These shows gave a break to the stereotypical Mother-in-law-daughter-in-law serials and other various monotonous programs. Reality shows did get a lot of attention as it was entertaining and something new, not the same old prepared program. Over the past few years Reality shows have transformed drastically.
Though people consider reality show as a big time entertainment, they also affect people emotionally and morally. Many a times the participants get offended and they lose their confidence. They face humiliation and get psychologically affected. They lose their self confidence which was built by them over the years. Splitsvilla ( the gamble of love) and emotional atyachar don’t guarantee the right partner anyways as after two or three years they break up.
Since the initial stage it was a western concept adopted by Indian media industry to increase more and more eye balls. Most of the shows are copied from the American shows like who wants to be a Millionaire-Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), American Idol- Indian Idol and power of 10-Dus Ka Dum. From settings to stage everything is unaltered; it’s the same show but the Indian version. By blindly coping shows to stay updated to the International media kills creativity.
An original work is always appreciated but it’s not accepted by the money making tycoons whose only concern is profit.
Reality shows hold a mirror to society. They exhibit the talents of an individual and as well as give a platform to improve themselves. Most popular shows like Cyrus Broacha's MTV Bakra, KBC, Indian Idol, Rakhi Ka Swayambar, Rakhi ka insaf, Big Boss 4, Splits villa and Mtv Roadies; India's longest running reality show. These shows have high TRP rates and hence hold a responsibility to air shows with some moral value.
Big Boss 4 scored a TRP rate of 4.9, highest scored achieved by any show in India. The languages used in these shows are really abusive, sometimes physical violence also prevails on the screen. These shows are heavily censored due to enormous adult content and vulgarity. Participants go to any extent to get publicity.
Though people consider reality show as a big time entertainment, they also affect people emotionally and morally. Many a times the participants get offended and they lose their confidence. They face humiliation and get psychologically affected. They lose their self confidence which was built by them over the years. Splitsvilla ( the gamble of love) and emotional atyachar don’t guarantee the right partner anyways as after two or three years they break up.
It’s just that younger generation want more masala, but as long as they do not take an ugly face, it’ll be enjoyed, talked and laughed out. But then we must know that reality shows were never part of our society and the sole concept is western. So, right now I am waiting for an original, desi, and admirable reality show .
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good article!! It is an eye opener and what is written is actually true!! imitating can only go so far! originality will always winout against imitation!