The Unreal And Dark Side Of Indian Reality TV Shows
October 24, 2023Indian reality shows are no short of drama. Every contestant and even judges are ready to shed tear at a drop of a hat. When all this started around early 2000s, it all felt so real. Thus, the TRP of reality shows shot up like a rocket escaping our atmosphere. However, as we grew accustomed to it, the picture became clearer that itâs all staged. The sob stories, the romantic angles, the on-stage rivalries are planned backstage.
The makers churn out stories for the obvious reasons to rake numbers. And you will be surprised to know that even the most popular reality shows on Indian television are at some point of time accused of cooking stories and staging things. Right from Kaun Banega Crorepati to Indian Idol, every popular reality show have come under scanner for faking narratives on the show and shedding crocodile tears.
Scroll down to know some more dark secrets about your favourite reality TV dramas:
1. Kaun Banega Crorepati
Kaun Banega Crorepati hosted by Amitabh Bachchan is accused of playing false struggle stories about contestants on the television. The writers of the show cook stories to rake in some numbers. Also, after winning Rs. 1 crore in KBC, the total amount they take home is around 70 Lakhs only after tax and other charges. Also, the audience poll is rigged when the question accounts for a higher amount!
