Discovery previously featured PM Modi in the first episode of Man Vs Wild, which was shot in India.
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This time fans are in for a real treat as Discovery signed Superstar Rajinikanth to feature in the first episode of a new format series called ‘Into The Wild with Bear Grylls’ produced by The Natural Studios and Banijay Asia.
The show marks the television debut of Rajinikanth, admiringly addressed as Thailavia who has gained a cult status for being a Human Superstar.
Thank you very much dear @BearGrylls for an unforgettable experience ... love you. @DiscoveryIN thank you 🙏🏻 #IntoTheWildWithBearGrylls
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) January 29, 2020
Simple, humble, generously loved — and adored by millions for more than four decades, Rajinikanth will join the world’s most recognizable face of survival and outdoor adventure, Bear Grylls.
This television series is an innovative new format inspired by Man Vs Wild, which was one of the most-watched wilderness survival television series in the world.
Man Vs Wild with Bear Grylls & PM Modi episode disrupted the Indian media landscape, establishing itself as the TV event of the year.
Two phenomenal personalities talk about life and nature during a real adventure. Watch Into The Wild with @BearGrylls and Superstar @Rajinikanth as they journey through the jungle. Premieres 23 March at 8 PM. #ThalaivaOnDiscovery
— Discovery Channel IN (@DiscoveryIN) March 20, 2020
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Other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bear Grylls has also hosted with famous names in the past such as former American President Barack Obama, Kate Winslet, Roger Federer, Julia Roberts and many more!
“Into The Wild is a truly unique show – at one level it offers adrenaline pumping action, while at another, the show lends itself beautifully to driving a specific purpose for the larger good of society. So, when, officials from Discovery, a brand globally respected for offering inspiring real-life entertainment, approached me, I agreed to finally make my debut on TV after more than four decades of Cinema. Kavithalayaa, the iconic Production house founded by my guru, K. Balachander also played a significant role,” said, Rajinikanth.
Superstar @Rajinikanth’s relentless positivity and never giving up spirit was so visible in the wild as he embraced every challenge thrown at him. Respect! Watch Into The Wild with @BearGrylls on March 23 at 8:00 pm. @DiscoveryIN #ThalaivaOnDiscovery pic.twitter.com/s9PodYGv05
— Bear Grylls (@BearGrylls) March 9, 2020
He added, “Bear Grylls has tested the survival skills of multiple celebrity guests, pushing them to their limits; I look forward to the survival challenge in the mesmerizing wilderness of India.”
Into The Wild with Bear Grylls us produced for Discovery Communications India by The Natural Studios and Banijay Asia, where Bear Grylls, Delbert Shoopman and Deepak Dhar are Executive Producers.
