ABP News rings in the Bihar Elections with iconic show, ‘Poll Khol’

Hosted by Shekhar Suman, the show is a perfect mix of satire, burlesque, and wit..

As the preparation for Bihar Assembly Elections goes in full swing, ABP News is pulling out all the stops to ensure that the viewers get top-notch coverage on all political affairs of the state, in the most riveting way. In this light, the channel is all-set to commence another exciting season of ‘Poll Khol’, a satirical show on the current state of political affairs of the country. 

Hosted by veteran Bollywood actor, Mr. Shekhar Suman, ‘Poll Khol’ has established itself an iconic election season property with a ‘no holds barred, light-hearted approach’ to Indian politics, over the last 15 years. While the show is extremely frolicsome in nature, its unfailing flair for satire and startling honesty differentiates it from other shows with a similar format. 

In the new season, Mr. Shekhar Suman will bring out the comical aspects of the so called ‘serious political situations’ in his own inimitable way. Considering his affinity in the state of Bihar, ABP News has made the renowned Indian film actor, a pivotal part of the show, who promises to make this new season even more interesting through his wit and jocularity.  Mr. Suman, who has been hosting the show since its inception in 2004, will provide a hard-hitting take on the key issues of the state of Bihar this year. 

‘Poll Khol’ is another significant addition to ABP News’ comprehensive election programming which not only focuses on giving unparalleled access and insight to its viewers but also pays heed to the versatility of its content offerings, providing a unique and compelling viewing experience.

The highlights of the show are as follows:

Timings: 10:30 - 11 PM, Monday to Friday
Starts from 19th October, 2020
Periodically refreshed content featuring the trending political topics/issues of the week
On this offering, Mr. Avinash Pandey, CEO, ABP Network said, “ABP News has always differentiated itself in the vast sea of content through an ingenious approach. As the political battle of Bihar comes close, we want to ensure a comprehensive viewing experience. We are sure that this year also Poll Khol will keep the viewers glued to their TV screens.”

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