Industry observers share that while KBC remains a high-impact show with Amitabh Bachchan's strong mass appeal, some advertisers may wait for more data before getting on board
According to industry estimates, the network is expected to make Rs 200-300 crore from TV advertising revenue and sponsorship deals, and another Rs 100-150 crore from its digital platform
The second half will see launch of marquee shows like KBC, Big Boss, Indian Idol, Khatron Ke Khiladi, along with big-ticket event, the 50-over Cricket World Cup
According to some industry experts, if the consumer shift to digital platforms continues then broadcasters may face challenges while getting the right value for non-fiction shows
The report by Elara Capital also states further recovery for pricing in the GEC genre is expected only after the IPL is over as the latter has extracted a huge chunk of ad budget