BIG 92.7 FM celebrates Bengaluru Habba

Airtel Bengaluru Habba, the largest cultural event of the year is back for the 5th consecutive year. This year, Habba is spread over 15 locations for a period of 8 days from 15th to 22nd of Feb and brings with it a series of performances and shows with popular names from across the country. BIG 92.7 FM, the No 1 FM station in the city is the Official Radio Partner for Bengaluru Habba for the second consecutive year. The station on this occasion has lined up a host of on-air programs and live shows to promote this culturally vibrant festival.

RJ Rohith & RJ Rashmi hosting Bengaluru Habba on 21st Feb

BIG 92.7 FM’s popular RJs Rohith & Rashmi hosted the grand inaugural function on 15th Feb while RJs Harsha & Shruthi will be hosting select shows for Habba across different venues and entertain the audiences with their smart wit and humor. BIG RJs will be promoting Habba programs on-air with artist interviews, contests and updates on various artists performing on a day to day basis. VIP passes will also be given away to lucky winners.

RJ Archana & RJ Harsha at Bengaluru Habba

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sunil Kumaran, Cluster Head – Karnataka & Kerala, BIG 92.7 FM said “We are proud to be associated with Bengaluru Habba as their official radio partner for the second time. As the leading FM station with the highest reach in the city we will ensure that the Habba connects with all Kannadiaga and is a huge success this year too. Our RJs will not only help connect Habba with thousands of listeners across the city but also spread the spirit of the festival over the coming week”.

Child artists perform during the grand finale of Habba

For more details on the program schedules, pls visit this weblink www.bengaluruhabba.co.in

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BIG 92.7 FM visits Karunashraya on World Cancer Day

BIG 92.7 FM, Bangalore, in its continued efforts to contribute to the society and impact listeners lives in a positive manner, observed ‘World Cancer Day’ with a difference. With an aim to spread awareness about cancer prevention, the station initiated an on-air and on-ground activity. They spoke about various methods of preventing this deadly disease and also interacted with cancer patients and prominent doctors across the city.

As part of the station’s on-ground activity, BIG FM’s RJ Rohith visited a Bangalore Hospice Trust called ‘Karunashraya’ located on the outskirts. This centre spread provides in-patient care for over 35 terminal cancer patients. RJ Rohith brought some cheer to these patients by entertaining them with his popular pranks. He even got a few of them to sing their favourite tunes. Special song requests and dedications made by these patients were also catered to.

RJ Rohith with staff of Karunashraya

BIG 92.7 FM’s RJ Rohith says “This experience has renewed my sense of commitment towards society. Interacting with the patients was a reality check. On World Cancer Day, these are the kind of people we can look to as role models. People who are so uncertain of their future and yet to so happy and cheerful in their outlook to life.”

Posters on Cancer & prevention

BIG FM’s Top 10 Kannada and Hindi songs

From this week onwards, we will be listing the top 10 Kannada and Hindi songs played on BIG FM for the coming week.
So tune in to enjoy the music

BIG FM's Top 10 Kannada and Hindi songs for week of 27th Dec

Rakshith wins BIG 92.7 FM’s RJ Hunt

Winner of RJ Hunt – Rakshith

Bangalore’s No1 FM station (BIG Street) concluded its RJ Hunt with a lot of fanfare at the music launch of the upcoming movie ‘Maccha’. RJ aspirant Rakshith, a computer science graduate won the contest and will get an opportunity to extensively train and work as an RJ at BIG 92.7 FM, Bangalore.

 

RJ Rohith, Actor Jeevan & RJ Hunt winner Rakshith

This 4 week activity which commenced on the 10^th of Nov saw over 2000 entries pouring into the station but only 10 of the smartest & wittiest candidates were picked for the semifinal round which was held on the 29^th of Nov.

 

The semifinal round hosted by the evening show RJ Rohith saw aspiring RJ’s fight against each other over 3 different rounds including Extempore Speaking (Pick & Speak), Debate & Mock RJ Links. These rounds tested the participant’s wit, humor & ability to handle various situations under pressure. Noted singer and music composer Ms Chaitra & upcoming actor Yesh were present as the celebrity judges along with RJ’s Harsha & Rashmi.

 

The top 3 finalists Rakshith, Sowjanya and Bhavya got to co-host various shows like Big Coffee, Bari Bindaas, Hip Hip Hurray & No Tension from Dec 1 to Dec 5 and invited listeners to vote for them. Based on the sms responses received from the listeners, Rakshith was declared as the winner of RJ Hunt.

 

RJ Rakshith will undergo a series of training sessions by professional trainers and will be mentored under senior RJ’s before becoming a full time RJ at BIG FM.

BIG FM employees pledge their sight this Diwali

Bangalore: During this festival of lights, BIG 92.7 FM, Bangalore’s No 1 FM station is offering a bouquet of surprises specially gift-wrapped for its listeners which includes winning BIG Bonus – both in cash and gifts every day during this Diwali.

 

Apart from giving away cash and gifts on-air, the station initiated a social campaign where every listener got the opportunity to bring light into someone’s life during this festive season.

 

In association with Lion’s International Eye Hospital, the station organised a camp for its employees and listeners to pledge their eyesight. Every listener who came forward to pledge their sight was given a certificate and a hand painted Diya. The camp was held on 24^th October between 3.30 – 5.30pm at BIG FM Office, Koramangala, Bangalore.

 

Speaking on the occasion, Sunil Kumaran, Cluster Head, BIG 92.7 FM, Karnataka & Kerala said “The festival season is all about fun, shopping and gifts! During this time, we wanted to make a conscious contribution towards the society by pledging our sight. Hence what better way to celebrate Diwali than by lighting up someone’s life!!”

 

Some facts on Eye Donation:

1. Eye donation is only after the person’s death but within the first 6 hours
2. Anyone can donate eyes irrespective of the age of the donor
3. One pair of eyes gives sight to two corneal blind individuals
4. The collection and distribution of donor eyes are totally free of cost
5. Matinee Idol Dr RajKumar is one of the very few film stars who has actually donated his eyes after his death and is a big role model for many youngsters
6. Recently the entire Navagraha movie team led by Actor Darshan pledged their eyes at the music release of the movie
7. Mishaps during festivals with fireworks is one of the many reasons for corneal blindness

BIG FM urges people to care for their Bengaluru

BIG 92.7 FM Bangalore recently initiated a new campaign to connect with its listeners and trash out the issues faced by a common Bangalorean. Aptly titled ‘Bendethu Bengaluru’ this 2 week long campaign addressed one major issue everyday starting from 7^th July and went on till the 19^th of July. This was an opportunity for the residents of the city to speak up and discuss issues ranging from bribery & traffic problems to public hygiene and the likes.

As a continuation of this campaign, BIG FM conducted an awareness activity on Public Hygiene at BDA complex in Koramangala on 16th July and covered other parts of the city during the day. It is basically to create awareness among the public on how to keep themselves and their surroundings clean.

RJ Harsha & RJ Shruthi were present during this activity and educated the public on how to keep our surroundings clean while giving away goodies.

Speaking on this occasion, RJ Shruthi said, “Like the popular quote – Charity begins at home; we Rj’s at BIG FM have started implement various simple methods of contributing towards the betterment of namma Bengaluru before we start preaching about it on air. Hope we get support from our listeners and residents of the city to make Bengaluru a clean & green city again”

BIG FM Bangalore launches a unique campaign called ‘Bendethu Bengaluru’

BIG 92.7 FM Bangalore, the No. 1 FM station in the city (* Source: RAM) has initiated a new campaign to connect with its listeners and trash out the issues faced by a common Bangalorean. Aptly titled ‘Bendethu Bengaluru’ this 2 week long campaign will address one major issue everyday starting from 7^th July and will go on till the 19^th of July. This is an opportunity for the residents of the city to speak up and discuss issues ranging from bribery & traffic problems to public hygiene and the likes.

 

To press the humour button in every Bangalorean, a smart and witty angle will be taken towards these problems coupled with mimicking popular celebs on air. Each show will take a specific angle to the topic of the day. The Breakfast & Evening drive time jocks will ask survey based questions on the day topic with one lucky listener winning the ‘No Thank You’ award in every show along with other goodies.

 

As a culmination to this two week campaign, the Breakfast jocks RJ Harsha and RJ Shruthi will take up the top 3 issues for Bangalore and request the listeners to vote for the most popular issue boggling the city today. They will then be jailed for a day and will be bailed out only when they receive 9027 votes of support from their listeners.

 

To create the necessary buzz on-ground, some of these major issues will be discussed at forums across the city along with local celebrities and government bodies. Hoardings at prominent locations along with floats will sport the topic of the day and request participation via sms and call-ins.

 

List of topics discussed from 7^th of July to 19^th of July’08

 

•         7th        – Pot Holes

•         8th        – Bribery – Lancha!!

•         9th        – Cool Kannada

•         10th      – Traffic

•         11th      – World Population Day – Control Maadi

•         12th      – Ban on dancing

•         14th      – Dress codes in colleges

•         15th      – Public Hygiene

•         16th      – Monsoons – Rain or Pain?

•         17th      – A/C City Ya Hot City

•         18th      – Call Center Phenomenon

•         19th      – Garden or Garbage?

Keep watching this space for more info and pictures of the activity as it happens…

Tarun Katial, COO, BIG 92.7 FM on Budget’08

Commenting on the expectations of the industry from the budget this time, Tarun Katial, Chief Operating Officer, BIG 92.7 FM said that they expect reduction in Service Tax, especially given that the Radio industry is still in its infancy and has great employment and media opportunities in the semi-urban and rural markets. In addition lowering of income tax rates is needed for the Radio industry.

Talking about the wish list for the budget 2008, he mentioned 3 items. First is 8 year tax holiday to FM Radio Operators. Radio Broadcasting should be removed from the ambit of Service Tax, just like print media. He said that Fringe Benefit Tax is a non deductible expense. If a concession in the qualifying rates is provided to radio operators it would really provide a competitive advantage and a boost to the Radio Industry.

He also mentioned that print media is kept outside the ambit of service tax and the same benefit should be extended to radio as well, if we want to establish a level playing field. If not, the local advantage extended by radio as a medium will diminish. Additionally, Radio Operators are required to pay license fees on 4% of Gross Revenues wherein, Gross Revenues include Service Tax, resulting in double taxation.

A further increase in Service Tax and Income Tax rates is something they are clearly not looking forward to. In addition, a levy of new surcharges will be another burden to the operators, he added. When asked that what would be the three key initiatives you would take if you were the FM Minister? He said that he would recommend increased investment in education and infrastructure and provide greater incentives to the service sector.

Big 92.7 FM, Bangalore employees visit Asha Nilaya

As part of the company’s second Anniversary Week celebrations over 12 employees of Big FM Bangalore office visited Asha Nilaya, an orphanage in Ejipura, Bangalore on 12th Feb. Employees of Big FM along with RJ Rashmi entertained over 30 children housed there with songs and games. They also distributed snacks and chocolates to these children. In a special moment, RJ Rashmi connected some of these children with RJ Deepu who put them on air to sing on the radio.

The orphanage houses around 30 underpriveleged children who are taken care by Asha Nilaya. The orphanage has a few foreign volunteers helping them out on a rotation basis.

Address:

Asha Nilaya

Mr Fernandes / Ms Rajashree

20 G Cross, Ejipura Main Road
Vivek Nagar
Bangalore – 560047
Landmark: Behind National Games Village
Phone: 080-25703630  25701783

 

BIG 92.7 FM Gets the “Skeleton Squad” to spread awareness on “Smoking Causes Cancer”

February 4^th is recognized as World Cancer Day and BIG 92.7 FM, as part of its endeavor to be the Radio Station that reflects the “Vibe of the City”, kick started an innovative awareness activity called “The Skeleton Squad” to spread awareness on “Smoking Causes Cancer”. The Skeleton squad consists of people wearing skeleton outfits sporting various messages to spread awareness on “No Smoking”. 

The Skeleton squad went across to various parts of the city and made smokers its victim. Wherever the squad found smokers it would go across to them and sport various messages related to “Smoking Causes Cancer”. The squad also offered chocolates in return for their cigarettes being stubbed and thrown away.