He’s back! The man who earlier quizzed you now returns to the small screen after four years in a completely different avatar. Amitabh Bachchan, who redefined TV viewing as host of <em>Kaun Banega Crorepati</em>, is set to host the third season of <em>Bigg Boss</em>. The actor isn’t exactly a host but he’s been designated as the ‘Pop philosopher’. Bachchan, who turns 67 on 11 October, spoke briefly to the media at the show’s press conference. Excerpts. <strong>What’s a ‘Pop philosopher?</strong>

Tonight Bollywood’s mercurial superstar Salman Khan makes his small screen debut as host of Dus Ka Dum. If anyone had doubts over Salman as the ideal host, the superstar gave a glimpse of his hosting prowess at the show’s launch by pouring champagne to the media present. He was more than a perfect host. And above all the pony-tailed Salman answered every question with aplomb. Excerpts from an interview: <strong> It was reported that initially you had rejected the offer for this show? </strong>

Jaw dropping performances, maturity that belies her age and oh what screen presence. The little star brigade on TV cannot go unnoticed. Tellychakkar meets one such little star to bring out the child in her. Swini Khara who is currently doing Baa Bahu Aur Baby is nine year old who loves both acting and studies. A topper in school, Swini is a cute, bubbly little girl who loves reading and wishes to be ‘the best girl.’ <strong> Here are some of her favourite things…… My favourite nursery rhyme… </strong>Twinkle-twinkle little star <strong> My favourite fairy tale…</strong> Cinderella