India, Aug. 6 -- Banijay Asia has built a strong presence in India's entertainment industry with adaptations of global formats such as Bigg Boss and MasterChef, while also creating several successful original shows across television and streaming platforms. As the company expands its portfolio with fresh unscripted formats like The Alliance, it is betting on positive storytelling and emotional engagement to redefine reality entertainment.

In an interview with hindustantimes.com, Banijay Asia founder and group CEO Deepak Dhar spoke about balancing international formats with original IPs, how the company tailors global shows for Indian audiences, the response to The Alliance, opportunities in television and OTT, and what viewers can expect...