Star Jalsha
{{short description|Indian Bengali-language television channel}}
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{{Use Indian English|date=September 2015}}
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{{Infobox television channel
| name = Star Jalsha
| logo = Star Jalsha logo 2023.png
| logo_caption =
| logo_size = 190px
| launch_date = {{Start date|2008|09|08|df=yes}}
| owner = JioStar, a Joint Venture between Viacom18 & Disney India
| network = JioStar
| picture_format = 1080i HDTV
(downscaled to letterboxed 576i for the SDTV feed)
| country = India
| language = Bengali
| headquarters = Kolkata, West Bengal, India
| area = India
Bangladesh
| sister_channels = JioStar channels
| website = {{URL|https://www.hotstar.com/channels/star-jalsha|Star Jalsha}}
}}
Star Jalsha is an Indian Bengali language general entertainment pay television channel owned by JioStar, a joint venture between Viacom18 and Disney India. It primarily broadcasts family dramas, comedies, reality shows and films. It launched its own HD feed on 14 April 2016.
History
Star Jalsha was officially launched on 8 September 2008 and is the first non-regional, non-Hindi and non-English channel of Star Network.{{Cite news|title=Star's Bengali channel from September 8|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/star-39-s-bengali-channel-from-september-8-108082201116_1.html|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=22 August 2008|access-date=23 June 2020|archive-date=25 June 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200625231225/https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/star-39-s-bengali-channel-from-september-8-108082201116_1.html|url-status=live}}{{cite book|author=Dr. Paramveer Singh|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=Ncg7EAAAQBAJ&pg=PA110|title=Indian Silver Screen|date=5 August 2021|access-date=3 August 2022|publisher=K.K. Publications|page=110|archive-date=5 April 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230405052731/https://books.google.com/books?id=Ncg7EAAAQBAJ&pg=PA110|url-status=live}} This was Star India's second Bengali-language television channel of Star India after Star Ananda. In 2011, it was launched on the OSN platform in the Middle East.{{Cite web|title=1st Bengali entertainment channel, STAR Jalsha launches in the Middle East on the Pehla platform|url=https://www.startv.com/newsroom/1st-bengali-entertainment-channel-star-jalsha-launches-in-the-middle-east-on-the-pehla-platform/?page=418|website=Star TV|access-date=23 June 2020|archive-date=23 June 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200623121459/https://www.startv.com/newsroom/1st-bengali-entertainment-channel-star-jalsha-launches-in-the-middle-east-on-the-pehla-platform/?page=418|url-status=live}}
On 17 June 2012, during a special event Cholo Paltai, it rebranded with a new diamond star logo and graphics for the first time since its launch.{{Cite news|title=Regional TV gets competitive|url=http://archive.indianexpress.com/news/regional-tv-gets-competitive/969901/|newspaper=The Indian Express}} On 22 November 2012, the channel was launched in UK.{{Cite news|title=Star launches Bengali channel in UK|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/star-launches-bengali-channel-in-uk-112111900166_1.html|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=19 November 2012|access-date=23 June 2020|archive-date=26 June 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200626191550/https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/star-launches-bengali-channel-in-uk-112111900166_1.html|url-status=live}}
The channel launched its own high-definition feed, along with Jalsha Movies HD, on 14 April 2016.{{Cite web|title=Star India to back its Bengali HD launch with aggressive marketing and adequate content|url=http://www.indiantelevision.com/television/tv%E2%88%92channels/regional/star%E2%88%92india%E2%88%92to%E2%88%92back%E2%88%92its%E2%88%92star%E2%88%92jalsha%E2%88%92and%E2%88%92jalsha%E2%88%92movies%E2%88%92hd%E2%88%92launch%E2%88%92with%E2%88%92aggressive%E2%88%92marketing%E2%88%92and%E2%88%92adequate%E2%88%92content%E2%88%92160411|publisher=Indian Television|access-date=15 April 2016|archive-date=6 May 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160506154721/http://www.indiantelevision.com/television/tv%E2%88%92channels/regional/star%E2%88%92india%E2%88%92to%E2%88%92back%E2%88%92its%E2%88%92star%E2%88%92jalsha%E2%88%92and%E2%88%92jalsha%E2%88%92movies%E2%88%92hd%E2%88%92launch%E2%88%92with%E2%88%92aggressive%E2%88%92marketing%E2%88%92and%E2%88%92adequate%E2%88%92content%E2%88%92160411|url-status=live}} They were the first Bengali-language HD channels in India.{{Cite web|url=http://www.televisionpost.com/television/star−to−launch−hd−versions−of−bengali−channels/|title=Star to launch HD versions of Bengali channels|website=Television Post}}{{Dead link|date=November 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
In 2018, Sagnik Ghosh became the head of the channel.{{Cite web|url=https://www.exchange4media.com/media-tv-news/sagnik-ghosh-to-now-head-star-jalsha-88429.html|title=Sagnik Ghosh to now head Star Jalsha|website=Exchange4media|access-date=2 October 2019|archive-date=9 December 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191209050038/https://www.exchange4media.com/media-tv-news/sagnik-ghosh-to-now-head-star-jalsha-88429.html|url-status=live}} On 17 February 2019, during a special event called Jalsha Doshe Dosh (Meaning Ten-on-Ten), on account of Star Jalsha's 10th birthday, the channel rebranded for the second time from a white logo with red accents to a red logo with blue accents. It also introduced new coloured graphics after almost 7 years, which are not red and white in the history of the channel, but predominantly turquoise blue with the hints of golden and yellow. The serials also no longer use their own logo. Instead, they use the Kohinoor font for the name of the serial in the cover picture of a particular serial. However, in recent past, the reality shows and events have featured their own logos in the channel with Star Jalsha's Bengali font Kohinoor Bangla.{{Cite web|title=Star Jalsha unveils new brand identity & new 'Happy Weekend' slot|url=https://www.bizasialive.com/star-jalsha-unveils-new-brand-identity-new-happy-weekend-slot/|website=Biz Asia|date=21 February 2019|access-date=23 June 2020|archive-date=26 June 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200626140427/https://www.bizasialive.com/star-jalsha-unveils-new-brand-identity-new-happy-weekend-slot/|url-status=live}}
On 2 October 2021, Star Jalsha, along with other foreign television channels that did not provide clean feeds, was temporarily suspended from broadcasting in Bangladesh.{{Cite news|title=Dozens of foreign television stations in Bangladesh go black|url=https://www.aa.com.tr/en/asia-pacific/dozens-of-foreign-television-stations-in-bangladesh-go-black/2380813|date=2 October 2021|access-date=3 April 2022|work=Anadolu Agency|archive-date=15 November 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211115072644/https://www.aa.com.tr/en/asia-pacific/dozens-of-foreign-television-stations-in-bangladesh-go-black/2380813|url-status=live}} However, on 18 October 2021, Star Jalsha resumed broadcasts in the country with clean feed.{{Cite web |url=https://www.bangladeshlivenews.com/en/entertainment/details/bangladesh-viewers-can-start-viewing-star-jalsha |title=Bangladesh viewers can start viewing Star Jalsha |date=2021-10-17 |access-date=2022-04-03 |website=Bangladesh Live News |archive-date=2 December 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211202162350/https://www.bangladeshlivenews.com/en/entertainment/details/bangladesh-viewers-can-start-viewing-star-jalsha |url-status=live }}
Current broadcast
| class="wikitable sortable" style="border-collapse:collapse; font-size: 100%; text-align:center"
! style="background:#FF7E00;" |Title ! style="background:#FF7E00;" |Premiere date |
| Geeta LL.B
|20 November 2023 |
| Kothha
|15 December 2023 |
| Anurager Chhowa
|7 February 2022 |
Former broadcast
= Drama series =
- Aalta Phoring (2022–2023)
- Aay Tobe Sohochori (2021–2022)
- Adwitiya (2011–2012)
- Ardhangini (2018)
- Ami Sirajer Begum (2018–2019)
- Agnijal (2016–2017)
- Bhaktir Sagar (2024){{Cite web |date=2023-10-16 |title=এক মাসেই বন্ধ হচ্ছে ভক্তির সাগর! প্রতীকের 'উড়ান' আসায় কপাল পুড়ল রোহন-অঙ্গনার |url=https://bangla.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/exclusive-star-jalsha-bhaktir-sagar-to-go-off-air-on-26th-may-pratik-sens-uraan-to-replace-tumi-ashe-pashe-thakle-31715494541377.html |access-date=2024-05-12 |website=Hindustan Times |language=bn |archive-date=14 May 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240514235355/https://bangla.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/exclusive-star-jalsha-bhaktir-sagar-to-go-off-air-on-26th-may-pratik-sens-uraan-to-replace-tumi-ashe-pashe-thakle-31715494541377.html |url-status=live }}
- Bangla Medium (2022–2023)
- Behula (2010–2011)
- Bouma Ekghor (2022)
- Bhaggolokkhi (2020–2021)
- Bhoomikanya (2018–2019)
- Bijoyinee (2018–2019)
- Bodhuboron (2013–2017)
- Bodhu Kon Alo Laaglo Chokhe (2012–2014)
- Bojhena Se Bojhena (2013–2016)
- Boron (2021–2022)
- Bou Kotha Kao (2009–2012)
- Care Kori Na (2012–2013)
- Checkmate (2012)
- Chuni Panna (2019–2020)
- Debi Choudhurani (2018–2019)
- Debipaksha (2017)
- Desher Maati (2021)
- Dhrubatara (2020–2021)
- Dhulokona (2021–2022)
- Durga (2008–2010)
- Durga Durgeshwari (2019–2020)
- Ekhane Aakash Neel (2008–2010)
- Ekhane Aakash Neel 2 (2019–2020)
- Ekka Dokka (2022–2023)
- Falna (2021–2022)
- Gaaner Oparey (2010–2011)
- Gaatchora (2021–2023)
- Ghore Pherar Gaan (2012–2013)
- Gramer Rani Binapani (2021–2022)
- Gangaram (2020–2022)
- Godhuli Alap (2022–2023)
- Guddi (2022–2023)
- Guriya Jekhane Guddu Sekhane (2019–2020)
- Horogouri Pice Hotel (2022–2025)
- Ichche Nodee (2015–2017)
- Irabotir Chupkotha (2018–2020)
- Ishti Kutum (2011–2015)
- Jai Kali Kalkattawali (2017–2019)
- Jibon Jyoti (2018){{Cite news|title=A new show on martial arts to hit TV screens|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/bengali/a-new-show-on-martial-arts-to-hit-tv-screens/articleshow/63284257.cms|website=The Times of India|date=13 March 2018|access-date=13 January 2021|archive-date=1 March 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220301152428/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/bengali/a-new-show-on-martial-arts-to-hit-tv-screens/articleshow/63284257.cms|url-status=live}}
- Jol Nupur (2013–2015)
- Kanamachi (2014–2015)
- Kapalkundala (2019–2020)
- Ke Apon Ke Por (2016–2020)
- Khelaghor (2020–2022)
- Khokababu (2016–2018)
- Khorkuto (2020–2022)
- Khukumoni Home Delivery (2021–2022)
- Kiranmala (2014–2016)
- Kora Pakhi (2020–2021)
- Kunjochhaya (2019–2020)
- Kusum Dola (2016–2018)
- Love Biye Aaj Kal (2023–2024)
- Mahapeeth Tarapeeth (2019–2022)
- Maa....Tomay Chara Ghum Ashena (2009–2014)
- Mahanayak (2016)
- Mayurpankhi (2018–2019)
- Membou (2016–2017)
- Milon Tithi (2015–2017)
- Mohor (2019–2022)
- Mon Niye Kachakachi (2015)
- Mon Phagun (2021–2022)
- Nishirater Hatchani (2018-2019)
- Nojor (2019)
- Ogo Bodhu Sundori (2009–2010)
- Ogo Nirupoma (2020–2021)
- Om Namah Shivay (2018)
- Phagun Bou (2018–2019)
- Ponchomi (2022-2023)
- Potol Kumar Gaanwala (2015–2017)
- Pratidaan (2017–2018)
- Punyi Pukur (2015–2017)
- Prothoma Kadambini (2020–2021)
- Roshnai (2024–2025)
- Rakhi Bandhan (2016–2019)
- Saanjher Baati (2019–2021)
- Shree Krishna Bhakto Meera (2021)
- Sanyashi Raja (2017–2018)
- Shaheber Chithi (2022–2023)
- Sreemoyee (2019–2021)
- Tekka Raja Badshah (2018–2019)
- Thik Jeno Love Story (2014–2015)
- Titli (2020–2021)
- Tomay Amay Mile (2013–2016)
= Acquired series =
- Ramayan{{cite web|title=Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan now to be dubbed and telecast in Bengali and marathi|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/soaps/story/ramanand-sagar-s-ramayan-now-to-be-dubbed-and-telecast-in-bengali-and-marathi-1682084-2020-05-26|website=India Today|date=26 May 2020|access-date=13 January 2021|archive-date=10 March 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210310140914/https://www.indiatoday.in/television/soaps/story/ramanand-sagar-s-ramayan-now-to-be-dubbed-and-telecast-in-bengali-and-marathi-1682084-2020-05-26|url-status=live}}
- Mahaprabhu{{cite news|url=https://www.adgully.com/bengal-s-iconic-show-mahaprabhu-now-on-star-jalsha-93040.html|title=Bengal's iconic show Mahaprabhu now on Star Jalsha|date=15 May 2020|access-date=3 August 2022|work=Adgully|archive-date=3 August 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220803063613/https://www.adgully.com/bengal-s-iconic-show-mahaprabhu-now-on-star-jalsha-93040.html|url-status=live}}
- Oye Golu{{Cite web|url=https://www.animationxpress.com/latest-news/bengali-channel-star-jalsha-to-air-animated-series-oye-golu-from-tomorrow-30-may/|title=Bengali channel, Star Jalsha to air animated series 'Oye Golu' from tomorrow, 30 May|date=29 May 2020|access-date=20 June 2022|website=AnimationXpress|archive-date=20 June 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220620060253/https://www.animationxpress.com/latest-news/bengali-channel-star-jalsha-to-air-animated-series-oye-golu-from-tomorrow-30-may/|url-status=live}}
- Sri Ramkrishna{{cite news|url=https://www.adgully.com/star-jalsha-brings-back-shri-ramakrishna-93292.html|title=Star Jalsha brings back "Shri Ramakrishna"|date=25 May 2020|access-date=3 August 2022|work=Adgully|archive-date=20 September 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220920172431/https://www.adgully.com/star-jalsha-brings-back-shri-ramakrishna-93292.html|url-status=live}}
- Super V{{Cite web|url=https://www.adgully.com/star-jalsha-presents-a-best-in-class-animated-series-super-v-92830.html|title=Star Jalsha presents a best in class animated Series "Super V"|date=8 May 2020|access-date=20 June 2022|website=Adgully|archive-date=20 September 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220920174137/https://www.adgully.com/star-jalsha-presents-a-best-in-class-animated-series-super-v-92830.html|url-status=live}}
= Reality shows =
- 1000 Ghonta (2011){{Cite news|title=Indraneil enjoys his new avatar as anchor!|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bengali/movies/news/Indraneil-enjoys-his-new-avatar-as-anchor/articleshow/8100685.cms|website=The Times of India|access-date=13 January 2021|archive-date=4 April 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220404184303/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bengali/movies/news/Indraneil-enjoys-his-new-avatar-as-anchor/articleshow/8100685.cms|url-status=live}}
- Ebar Jombe Moja (2019){{Cite news|title=Ebar Jombe Moja: Suman Gain and Sakrit Mukherjee emerge as the winner|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/bengali/ebar-jombe-moja-suman-gain-and-sakrit-mukherjee-emerge-as-the-winner/articleshow/69513682.cms|website=The Times of India|date=27 May 2019 }}
- Super Singer (2019–2023)
Sister Channels
=Jalsha Movies=
Jalsha Movies (also known as Star Jalsha Movies) is a Bengali-language movie channel owned by Disney Star, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company India. Launched on December 16, 2012, it serves as a sister channel to the general entertainment channel Star Jalsha. The channel primarily broadcasts a wide array of Bengali films, ranging from classic cinema to contemporary releases.{{Cite web |date=2024-07-15 |title=Jalsha Movies brings to you World TV Premiere of Bogla Mama Jug Jug Jiyo |url=https://www.adgully.com/jalsha-movies-brings-to-you-world-tv-premiere-of-bogla-mama-jug-jug-jiyo-148071.html |access-date=2025-02-06 |website=www.adgully.com}}
=Jalsha Josh=
Jalsha Josh (also known as Star Jalsha Josh) is an upcoming Bengali language youth entertainment television channel from the broadcaster.{{Cite web|date=16 October 2021|title=Disney Star India rejigs its Channel bouquet, to rebrand and add new Channels while Bindass and Star World to go off-air|url=https://www.medianews4u.com/disney-star-india-rejigs-its-channel-bouquet/|access-date=5 June 2022|website=MediaNews4U|archive-date=17 October 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211017012114/https://www.medianews4u.com/disney-star-india-rejigs-its-channel-bouquet/|url-status=live}} It was originally planned to be launched on 1 December 2021, but was postponed due to issues involving the implementation of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's New Tariff Order 2.0.{{cite news|url=https://www.exchange4media.com/media-tv-news/star-defers-new-channel-launches-till-further-intimation-117089.html|title=Star defers new channel launches till further intimation|date=30 November 2021|access-date=3 August 2022|work=Exchange4Media|archive-date=10 December 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211210073415/https://www.exchange4media.com/media-tv-news/star-defers-new-channel-launches-till-further-intimation-117089.html|url-status=live}}
Reception
Within its launch of 3 years, Star Jalsha became the most watched Indian Bengali-language channel in April 2011.{{Cite news|title=Star Jalsa emerges numero uno|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/star-jalsa-emerges-numero-uno-109051400107_1.html|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=14 May 2009|access-date=23 June 2020|archive-date=25 June 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200625184406/https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/star-jalsa-emerges-numero-uno-109051400107_1.html|url-status=live}}
References
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External links
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