Astro celebrates Pongal with vibrant premieres, ranging from a reality game show to a horror-comedy telemovie and a musical show on Astro Vinmeen (Ch 202), available via TV, Astro GO, On Demand, and sooka. All Malaysians are invited to join Astro’s Pongal Celebration at GM Klang and meet their favourite local talents.
Customers can enjoy local Pongal premieres on Astro Vinmeen (Ch 202) via TV, Astro GO, On Demand, and sooka, including:
Village Ponggal Reloaded 2.0, a fun reality game show that celebrates the roots of tradition and culture by challenging five city boys to complete various traditional activities such as paddy planting, traditional wrestling, Pongal rice making, coconut peeling, flower tying, Thoranam making, and more. They will be assisted by five spirited village girls and must adapt to life in the village without gadgets or modern comforts. Directed by local filmmaker Shaswin Raj, this exciting 5-episode reality game show stars Yuvanraj Subramaniam, Arunkumaran, Raj Kumar Mani Maran, Kris Jay Harish, Pavithran Mogan, Madhuri Rasamoney, Sarah Anne Jayarajan, Pevinadevi Pheralagahan, Nishalliny Murugan, Laavanya Shwetha Bhan and Kishok.
Village Ponggal Reloaded 2.0 premieres on 10 January at 9.30pm.
DU.RI.ME, a spine-chilling horror-comedy telemovie directed by local talent Ravindas, features a star-studded cast including Hamsni Perumal, Dharshamini Kesavan, Subhasree Vairamuthu, Sangabalan, Navinho, and more. The story follows Durga, a young executive at a telecommunications company, racing against time to uncover her great-grandfather’s rumored fortune, a treasure that could save her from a ruthless loan shark. Will her quest lead to riches or ruin?
Catch DU.RI.ME premieres on 17 January at 9.30pm and uncover the secrets behind Durga’s quest!
Spectacular musical show, Up-Close and Personal with Srinivas features iconic Indian playback singer Srinivas who performs his hit songs, including Minsara Poove, Muzhumathy,Chotta Chotta and more, each evoking nostalgia and admiration. The show which includes stellar performances by celebrated local artists Arulini, Hemitra, Thivyah, Kumaresh, and Sri Vidya, alongside renowned Indian playback singers, promises the fans to rekindle cherished musical memories.
Up-Close and Personal with Srinivas premieres on 18 January at 9.00pm.
Adding to the excitement of Pongal this year is Astro’s Pongal Celebration, where Malaysians will have the chance to meet and greet their favourite local talents, including Denes Kumar, Alvin Martin, Sasi Kumar, Moon Nila, Thaasha, and many more.
The event will take place on 17 January 2026 (Saturday) from 1pm to 3pm at GM Klang.
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