Originally posted by: -SmileAway-
So you are pretty much saying that they should go seasonal with IPKKND, and it doesn't matter with other shows.
I am saying that the channel needs to take into consideration its other shows and its revenue as well as other factors before taking such a drastic step, especially with a show that has been a disappointment throughout this year. I am also pointing out that it is a lot harder than it seems, and chances are that it may not happen as the audience needs to be open about this idea, along with the production house, as well as the channel.
I'll say it again, that I am not saying that I don't want this change - just that it's a lot harder than it seems.
I agree with you that it is not going to be easy. Whether it is Star Plus or any other channel, they cannot go seasonal with all their shows simultaneously. There is something called product testing. Let IPKKND be that testing product for Star Plus shows to go seasonal. IPKKND is one of those shows with great potential to succeed. As for the story line and the dragging of unnecessary moments on the show over the last few months- isn't it time Star Plus pulled up the production house for doing poor job on a fantastic show?
Normally, any serial needs to build up characters from episode 1 and it takes a minimum of 20-25 episodes (4 weeks of TRPs) for the characters to be established enough for the audience to connect with them. In the case of a well-loved story that comes back for the next season, it has an instant connect with the audience, thus garnering decent TRPs to begin with unlike a new show.
Seasonal shows will have the edge with established characters that audience love in addition to refreshed ideas, rejuvenated actors and creative teams. Seasonal shows also know the story lines that are not liked by their respective audience. This gives them an edge. No channel will allow the creative teams to get away with crap story lines, costumes etc after making an effort to bring back the show for the next season. Going seasonal gives less scope for story taking unreasonable twists just to keep the audience interested. The break between seasons gives all involved the chance to review and research their ideas and come up with ones that are plausible.
Talking about audience, Indian TV has evolved so much in the recent years by adapting international standards in a manner that suits Indian scenario and mindset. If, the television shows have evolved, so have the audience. So, going seasonal is the next big step would be the evolution of Indian shows and audience alike. If audience audience has accepted the changes on Star Plus shows from K serials to the current day shows, doesn't it vouch for their intelligence to adapt to situations?
To see if seasons work on Indian television through Teri Meri Love Stories would be bad idea to begin with. It was a show that failed in season 1. Why would the makers want to come back with season 2 of TMLS when it failed in season 1? Only successful shows are brought back for the next season. Maybe IPKKND and TMLS share the theme of love but that is where the comparison between the ends. I didn't watch or follow Rishta.com, so I cannot comment on that.
A production house plays a big role, no doubt. But IPKKND is an established show. If the creative teams and the directors were willing to continue with the show, any production house would grab a business opportunity such as this. Of course, this is where the big IF's come in. If the production house wants to continue the show, if the creative teams are willing to continue with the show without the existing production house or if Star Plus wants to pioneer a change by going seasonal with IPKKND. Well, this is where Star Plus should say; Let's give it a try. It is a worthwhile show.'
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