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1 Entry Form ( Please fill in CAPITALS using black or blue ink only ) CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF Nominee Name: Designation: Office Address: FOR ITV OFFICE USE ONLY Form No: Digi Beta No: Residential Address: DVD No: City: State: Cat Code: Pincode: Tel: Fax: Mob: Award Category for which entry is being nominated ELIGIBILITY All entries must have been produced &/ or aired between 1 September 2009 to 31 August. 1) Character s / Serial / Programme / Piece of work / Channel / Company being nominated for: 2) Title of the Programme LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES 10th September 3) Description of scenes / programmes / piece of work / channel / company which is being nominated: 4) Production House: 5) Channel/s on which the show is / was aired: (Please refer to Telly Awards Rules & Regulations before filling this form. (Strike out fields which are not applicable.) PAGE 01

2 CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF 6) Details of the nomination, citing episode number and telecast date (for programmes, serials, actors, directors, music directors etc): Telecast Date: Episode No: 7) Type of programme (Weekly/daily/one-off): 8) Whether Original or Format show? If format, then the name of format show on which it is based: 9) Programme Genre: 10) Reason for nomination: Nominator's Name: Address: Tel: Fax: Mob: I confirm that the Producer /Actor / Production / Professional / Broadcaster / Departmental head / CEO / Individual concerned is aware of the nomination. Date and Signature: (Should be signed by CEO or MD or Head of the company with Company seal / stamp for all entries) PAGE 02

3 CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF Checklist and attachments: Each entry will be considered incomplete unless it includes: (please mark against each) 1) Application form. 2) Digi Beta and DVD with show reel as described in rules and regulations for each award category. 3) DAT Tape (if required for Music related categories). 4) One-paragraph biography of nominee including age and work experience (for Personality Awards). 5) 4 X 6 color photographs in formal attire preferably shot in studio against a blue background. Preferably, one full length, a mid shot, one close-up and a profile (at least four photographs are required). 6) One - para summary of why the individual/programme/channel is being nominated, a short run through of its/ his achievements during the year (in English). 7) Name of the nominating individual should be different from the nominee. 8) Nomination forms should be typed or handwritten (ALL CAPITAL LETTERS ONLY). 9) The duly filled nomination forms for Telly Awards along with the attachments must reach the address given below on or before 10 September. Entries reaching us after the specified date will not be eligible for the Awards. Mention INDIAN TELLY AWARDS ENTRIES in bold on the outside of your package and don t forget to mail your entries to: Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd C - 350, Oshiwara Industrial Centre, Opp. Oshiwara Bus Depot, New Link Road, Goregaon (West), Mumbai Tel : Fax: query@indiantellyawards.com awards@indiantellyawards.com If you have any queries, please feel free to call the following: Ravi Chandnani Devyani Baindoor By entering the competition, entrants warrant to Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd that they possess or have secured all necessary rights, clearances, and/or licenses with respect to all materials and elements embodied in works submitted for the competition, and that the use by Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd of such works will neither violate nor infringe upon the copyright, trademark, privacy, creative, or other rights of any party not submitting the work. Entrant irrevocably grants to Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd the non-exclusive worldwide right to edit, create derivative works, reproduce, display or publicly perform the work, as submitted or edited, and any derivative works, for broadcast use and for sale, without compensation from Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd. Entrants agree to defend, indemnify, and hold Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd harmless from and against any and all claims, damages, costs, and losses arising out of the breach of this warranty. PAGE 03

4 THE TRADE, TECHNICAL, & PROGRAMMING CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF ELIGIBILITY All entries must have been produced & / or aired between 1 September 2009 to 31 August. Last Date of Submission of entries 10th September. THE TRADE AWARDS TR 1 - Cable operator /MSO (Multi Systems Operator ) The Multi System Operator which has consistently provided optimum service all through the year and even provided value added services to either other cable operators or subscribers. Size is of no consequence but the cable operator should be serving a sizeable subscriber base to be labeled an MSO. TR 2 - TV Production House The production house of the year is a company that has set new standards of management and excellence in terms of number of hours produced, its dealings with artistes, suppliers & customers, the number of genres, the channels it is working with and consistency in producing good, successful shows. THE TECHNICAL AWARDS TC 1 - Special/Visual Effects for Television The individual or team from a production house/post production house that has created the most outstanding, innovative visual/special effects for a television show/serial and in the process set new standards. The use of technology in a cost-effective manner to enhance the visual appeal and originality will be given weightage. TC 2 - Art Direction (Fiction) The individual/company who/which has been behind the look and feel of a television show. He/She should have excelled in creating the right and authentic ambience for the show with the use of locations, sets, props, lighting, furniture etc. TC 3 - Art Direction (Non - Fiction) The individual/company who/which has been behind the look and feel of a television show/genre. He/She / The Company should have excelled in creating the right and authentic ambience for the show with the use of locations, sets, props, lighting, and furniture. TC 4 - Videography (Best TV Cameraman - Fiction) The professional who made his camera talk and describe the Fiction show as written by the writer or desired by the director, bringing out in detail the emotion, action or enhancing the look of the sets and thus the scenes; in effect making for eye-riveting fare. Innovation in the use of his tool - the camera - will be considered an asset. TC 5 - Videography (Best TV Cameraman - Non Fiction) The professional who made his camera / Multi Camera Set up talk and describe the Non Fiction show as written by the writer or desired by the director, bringing out in detail the emotion, action or enhancing the look of the sets and thus the scenes; in effect making for eyeriveting fare. Innovation in the use of his tool - the camera - will be considered an asset. TC 6 - Costumes for a TV Programme The individual/company which has provided the most appropriate or original or trendsetting costumes/clothes for any television show/serial to give the show an authentic or outstanding look. PAGE 01

5 CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF Indiantelevision.com s THE TRADE, TECHNICAL, & PROGRAMMING CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS TC 7 - Make Up Artist An artistic talented individual /team who is responsible for make up of actors in a television show/serial to make them look as per their character they portray on screen while emoting their role. In some cases the Make-up Artist has also the additional responsibilities of looking at the hair styling of actors. TC 8 - Stylist Awarded to a person responsible for the styling of a television show / serial; a person responsible for the look of each and every individual appearing on screen during the show which makes the entire show looks presentable. TC 9 - TV Show Packaging (Fiction) TV Show Packaging would include quality titling, opening, break bumpers, sequencing, music, closing credits, beside the overall look and feel. TC 10 - TV Show Packaging (Non Fiction) Same as TC-6, excepting it is for a non-fiction show. TC 11 - TV Channel Packaging (Including Channel Ids & Generic Promos) The award will go to a channel that stands out on account of its classy look, courtesy its packaging, channel IDs, the jingle, V/Os, generic channel promos, and the overall look and feel of the channel. TC 12 - Editor (Fiction) This award will be given to a team or individual. All fictional programs whether single or multi episodic qualify for this award. TC 13 - Editor (Non Fiction) This award will be given to a team or individual. All Non Fictional programs including Game shows, reality shows etc. whether single or multi episodic qualify for this award. TC 14 - Background Music (Fiction) This award will be given for background music for a single episode of a regular series or for a special, whether it be variety, music or cultural programming. Only the music composer/director is eligible and best background music score excludes the award for music for the best title song. It is the responsibility of the music director who does the background music to bring the program into a unified whole by making or supervising the following: composing, transitions, themes, arranging original or pre-existing material for the given orchestra or band or electronically, rehearsing the performers and overseeing music that needs to be pre-recorded. TC 15 - TV Lyricist The individual (male or female) who has provided the lyrics for a title song/ song for a television show/series/event. The lyrics should have lent - along with the music composition - to the title song/song becoming hummable in most homes. TC 16 - Music Director The music director is the individual/team who wrote/composed the music for the title song and set the tone for a show/event/continuing show. In the Indian context, music directors often compose the music for the title song, leaving the background music for the show in another composer's hands. PAGE 02

6 CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF Indiantelevision.com s THE TRADE, TECHNICAL, & PROGRAMMING CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS TC 17 - Title Singer The singer who rendered the most catchy, memorable title song for a TV show/continuing serial. The song should have exploited every bit of range his/her voice is capable of. Additionally, the song should have become popular - as Hindi film songs do - with audiences and served as a signature, getting identified with the TV show itself, so much so that viewers actually wanted to listen to it in the background of their daily work. TC 18 - Director (Soap & Drama) The individual whose work for a Soap / Drama Series stands out because of the treatment of subject/situations, who managed to get the best out of his/her actors, the cameraman, the music director, the editor and managed to create a TV show that became highly popular. TC 19 - Director (Sitcom) Same as TC18, excepting the genre is Sitcom. TC 20 - Director (Thriller) Same as TC18, excepting the genre is Thriller. TC 21 - Director (Non-Fiction) Same as TC18, excepting the genre is Non-Fiction. TC 22 - Screenplay Writer (Drama Series & Soap) The screenplay writer whose powerful screenplay compliments the story and helps the director & dialogue writer create a gripping and popular Drama Series / Soap. TC 23 - Dialogue Writer (Drama Series & Soap) The dialogue writer whose use of dialogue gave more authenticity to characters, apart from raising the drama levels in the soap. TC 24 - Sitcom/Comedy Writer An individual or a team who/which worked on a script that had enough situations, punch lines, and humour to make viewers chuckle consistently. TC 25 - Storywriter Awarded to an individual or a team for conceiving an original/adapted engaging story which goes to make for a very successful TV series. TC 26 Scriptwriter (Non Fiction) Awarded to an individual or a team that is responsible for writing a document describing the narrative and dialogue of a non fiction television programme. (For eg In a reality show the scriptwriter is responsible for whatever the anchors speaks throughout the show) TC 27 - Choreographer Someone who has helped the performers who can either be celebrity or a common man to give a dance performance either solo or in a group in any television show by creating different styles of dancing and making them rehearse for the same. The choreographer is a person responsible for the success of any performer giving a dance performance in a show. PAGE 03

7 CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF Indiantelevision.com s THE TRADE, TECHNICAL, & PROGRAMMING CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS THE PROGRAMMING AWARDS PR 1 - Edutainment / Science / Knowledge Based Show The premise of the show should be educational/knowledge imparting. The show that does this in an innovative, interesting and entertaining manner will be eligible for this award. PR 2 - Entertainment News Show on an Entertainment Channel The show that dealt with news and reports on the world of entertainment / films / celebrities / parties and gave updates on the entertainment world in a manner that kept the viewers hooked. PR 3 - Public Service Programme A programme that was untouched by the pressures of commerce and focused on communicating a public interest message, which tackled issues that not many a commercial programmer would touch. PR 4 - Lifestyle & Fashion Show A show that covers trends in fashion and lifestyle effectively, giving us insights into the world of the well heeled. It should have stood out for its concept and format, production values and constant innovation as well as refreshing presentations, and strong editorial content. Good anchoring, fast-paced edits, camerawork, good subjects and a well-rounded approach to the topic will give the show an added advantage. PR 5 - Talk Show on an Entertainment Channel The talk show on an entertainment channel that relied on chatter to bring out various nuances of an individual s be it a common man or a celebrity or a professional - personality. The show could act like a forum, which could delve into the personal lives of personalities besides discussing their role in society. It could have the audience as an integral part of the show or it could also be an individual talk show where the host questions the concerned individual/s as well as highlights the public reactions towards the actions and performance/s of individual/s. PR 6 - Cookery show A television program that presents the preparation of food; prepares one or more dishes over the course of the show showing all intermediate stages of cooking. The show should be at least partly educational, as the host teaches the viewing audience how to prepare different meals with each episode of the show. PR 7 - Sports Show A show that provides comprehensive sports coverage of any sport and gives its viewers all the relevant details about the sport or the sports person covered. The show should have the capacity to keep the audiences glued throughout the show. PR 8 - Travel Show A show that offers its viewers to plot their next trip, help travelers who are not quite sure where to go; by showing them various holiday destinations all over the world and giving them all possible information about that particular destination. PR 9 - Health & Fitness Show A television program that educates the audiences on how to take care of their health and stay fit either by teaching them various forms of exercise s or just by educating them about various diets and other health related issues Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd C - 350, Oshiwara Industrial Centre, Opp. Oshiwara Bus Depot, New Link Road, Goregaon (West), Mumbai Tel : Fax: query@indiantellyawards.com, awards@indiantellyawards.com If you have any queries, please feel free to call the following: Ravi Chandnani: / Devyani Baindoor: / For more information about Telly Awards log on to and PAGE 04

8 RULES AND REGULATIONS CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF There is no limit to the number of entries per category that can be submitted from broadcasters, productions houses and media organizations. We have further fine tuned Telly Awards categories and rules taking into account feedback from industry. There are 70 categories for which entries can be sent. There is, however, NO LIMIT on the number of entries that can be submitted for each category for television work that has been produced/achieved/performed during the period from 1 September 2009 to 31 August. The entries for all the categories have to reach the Indian Television Dot Com Pvt. Ltd. office in Mumbai (as per the address mentioned in this kit) on or before the closure of working hours of 10th September. No entries will be accepted after the specified date under any circumstances. A processing fee of Rs 500/- PER ENTRY (Rupees Five Hundred Only) is applicable. So please append a cheque / DD / Pay Order of the correct amount along with your entries. The payment should be made out in the name of INDIAN TELEVISION DOT COM PVT LTD. Cash payments will be accepted only in the case of hand deliveries and a receipt will be provided. There will be no refunds of the entry fees if entries are rejected by the jury as entrants should take every care to ensure that they follow the instructions given in this kit. Only those entries will be accepted that are complete in all respects in terms of all details required. Respective DIGI BETA and DVD, must have the footage / clippings of the individual or the show in specified format (depending on the category for which the entry is being received), photographs, detailed credits, the channel and the date of original telecast. All postage/courier charges must be pre-paid. No materials will be returned and the materials submitted will become the property of Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd. The nominations for all categories have to necessarily be from the channels/networks that have national reach in India. Only programmes in Hindi / English are allowed to participate. Regional language channels and programmes are not eligible for Telly Awards. The details in the form should be typed or handwritten clearly (IN LEGIBLE CAPITAL LETTERS ONLY PLEASE). For the category of Trade awards (Cable Operators, TV Production House) individual entries will not be accepted, the entry has to be a corporate entry. This means the individual candidate nomination for an award should have been forwarded by the company / corporate / production house with the appropriate management approval. Entries once submitted and accepted by Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd, will be considered as final. No alterations, replacements will be permitted. Duplication of entries by the same production House / Channel will not be allowed. If separate entries are received for the same programme from the Channel as well as Production House, it will be treated as ONE Entry. Each form can be used only for a single Entry; No Multiple Entries per form will be permitted. If you need more forms, you can photocopy the enclosed entry form or download them from by following the instructions mentioned on the web site. Telly Awards Jury and Telly Awards governing body s decision will be final and binding for all the entrants. PAGE 01

9 RULES AND REGULATIONS CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF Entries must be submitted on a cued DIGI BETA and DVD only. A SEPARATE DIGI BETA TAPE and DVD MUST BE USED FOR EACH CATEGORY AND SEVERAL ENTRIES FOR THE SAME CATEGORY CAN BE PUT ON A SINGLE DIGI BETA TAPE and DVD. IT IS ADVISABLE TO LABEL THE TAPE APPROPRIATELY WITH THE RIGHT TCR GIVING THE CATEGORY NAME AND CODE, PROGRAMME TITLE AND CLASSIFICATION AGAINST IT FOR EACH ENTRY. Include 10 seconds of black with a clean edit into the spot at the start of the tape and five seconds of black between each entry. ADDITIONALLY ENTER THE NAME OF THE CATEGORY AND THE NAME OF THE SERIAL/SHOW/PROGRAMME ON THE SLATES AT THE START OF EACH SHOW REEL. Do not include any bars or tones. The tapes should be complete in all respects with quality audio and video suitable for telecast. For categories such as Best Sitcom, Continuing Show, Drama Series, entrants should send one complete episode/show as aired without commercials. Additionally, another 20-minute show reel of the television programme covering many episodes edited and compressed to give a flavour of the show should be submitted along with a 500 word synopsis of the show / programme and what went into its making like photographs, clipping of marketing activities etc. For categories such as Best Music Director/ Lyricist/Title Singer/Background Score on DAT/CD recording of the same along with the Digi Beta Tape or DVD of the show should accompany the entry. The lyrics should be submitted as a hard copy for the Best Lyricist entry. Submitted tape should include the song in its entirety and enough additional footage before and after the song to give the judges a sense of its context for the Best Title Song Category. For Best Background Music Score samples over various episodes along with show footage would be needed to enable the judges to come to an effective decision. For categories such as Best Actor (Male/Female) /TV personality/tv Anchor/Presenter/Actor in a Comic Role (Female/Male)/Actor in a Negative Role (Male/Female) a 20 minute show reel containing excerpts of the best scenes running across episodes where the person s talents are best on display should be submitted along with a single episode of the show where the actor features to a large extent. Label each tape on front and on the spine with: Title of entry, category number, duration of entry, show reel on tape with a descriptive note of shows being put on tape (minutes/seconds). Include the following additional information on the front label: company name, contact person, Telephone No, and address. A covering letter must accompany the entry forms, detailing the total number of entries along with the Category code, Category name, Name of the programme / nominees and payment details being specified clearly. The jury and the governing body of the Indian Telly Awards reserves the right not to award a winner in any particular category, if the quality of the entries does not meet up to the required standards. LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES No entries postmarked after 10th September will be accepted Mention INDIAN TELLY AWARDS ENTRIES in bold on the outside of your package and don t forget to mail your entries to: Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd C - 350, Oshiwara Industrial Centre, Opp. Oshiwara Bus Depot, New Link Road, Goregaon (West), Mumbai Tel : Fax: query@indiantellyawards.com awards@indiantellyawards.com If you have any queries, please feel free to call the following: Ravi Chandnani Devyani Baindoor By entering the competition, entrants warrant to Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd that they possess or have secured all necessary rights, clearances, and/or licenses with respect to all materials and elements embodied in works submitted for the competition, and that the use by Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd of such works will neither violate nor infringe upon the copyright, trademark, privacy, creative, or other rights of any party not submitting the work. Entrant irrevocably grants to Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd the non-exclusive worldwide right to edit, create derivative works, reproduce, broadcast, display or publicly perform the work, as submitted or edited, and any derivative works, without compensation from Indian Television Dot Com Pvt. Ltd. Entrants agree to defend, indemnify, and hold Indian Television Dot Com Pvt. Ltd harmless from and against any and all claims, damages, costs, and losses arising out of the breach of this warranty. PAGE 02

10 POPULAR CATEGORY DESCRIPTION CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF ELIGIBILITY All entries must have been produced &/ or aired between 1 September 2009 to 31 August. Last Date of Submission of entries 10th September. Child Artiste Female - PO 1, Male - PO 2 The child artiste who stood out because of his/her exceptional acting skills, spontaneity and performance, and became extremely popular with the viewers. Anchor/s - PO 3 An individual or team of anchors who carried a show on his/her/their shoulders, made his/her/their guests comfortable, handled difficult situations with aplomb, ad libbed well, and who served as a good link between the various elements that go to make a show. Actor in a Comic Role Female - PO 4, Male - PO 5 An actress/actor who displayed a fantastic sense of the comic, humour, timing, spontaneity, improvisation and whose essaying of a role had the audiences in splits courtesy her/his performance. Actor in a Supporting Role Female - PO 6, Male - PO 7 An artiste whose portrayal of a role/s which is not the lead - was so effective that she/he became identified with it, she/he became the character, the character became her/him. She/he should have displayed a range of emotions and histrionics that made the character extremely believable and real. She/he should be known more by her/his screen name than her/his real one ideally. The character should have become memorable. Television Personality - PO 8 A TV anchor / host / actor / presenter / professional who emerged as one of the outstanding TV performers during the year who overshadowed all his/her peers on the screen and should have consistently topped in terms of impact, visibility, and acceptability. Actor in a Negative Role Female - PO 9, Male - PO 10 An artiste who played a villainous/negative character effectively, should have been loved/hated because she/he understood the nuances of villainy and brought out the best from within herself/himself to become identified with the character. Fresh New face Female - PO 11, Male - PO 12 The most talked about and talented debutante of the year. She/He should have created a BIG impact with her/his performance and developed a commendable fan following. She/He should have appeared for the FIRST time on television in the given period in a major role. Actor Female - PO 13, Male - PO 14 An artiste whose essaying of a role/s was so effective that she/he became identified with it. She/He became the character; the character became her/him. She/He should have displayed a range of emotions and histrionics which made the character extremely believable and real. She/He should have become an icon for viewers. She/He should be known more by her/his screen name than her/his real one ideally. The character, she/he played, should have become memorable and should have the potential to be remembered for a long time as one of Indian TV s great characters and she/he should be one of the primary reasons for the show's popularity. PAGE 01

11 POPULAR CATEGORY DESCRIPTION CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF Ensemble - PO 15 The Best Ensemble (complete star cast of a programme) Award will go to the TV Show (Fiction) which has the maximum number of welldefined, popular characters on television sharing tremendous chemistry with each other on screen. Programme with a Social Message - PO 16 A fictional programme which in an interesting manner delivered relevant social messages to viewers. Daily Serial - PO 17 The daily show, which because of its strong storyline, narrative and popular characters became the rage and became a daily habit for a majority of viewers. Weekly Serial - PO 18 The weekly show which because of its strong storyline, narrative and popular characters became the rage and became a habit for a majority of viewers. Continuing TV Programme - PO 19 A TV programme which launched on or before 31 August 2008 and which continued to have appeal with audiences throughout or for a large part of the year. The storyline/content should have held the show together. Drama Series - PO 20 A television series, single or multi episodic show in the fiction genre which is full of drama and emotions; a well presented show with a powerful storyline which keeps the audiences glued to the TV sets over the period of time Thriller / Horror Programme - PO 21 A television series, single or multi episodic show in the fiction genre that covered issues of crime, murder, mystery, the supernatural or macabre in a manner that lent immense realism to it. The show must have covered new ground in this genre during the year. Also includes horror show. Kid s Programme - PO 22 This award will be given for a series or special program created and designed primarily for children between the ages of 4-16 years in any content format, be it live action, animation, or puppetry. The program's primary target audience must be the child but that does not mean that it excludes family viewing. Sitcom / Comedy Programme - PO 23 A comedy series/show that has tickled audiences, keeping them in good mirth, courtesy its humorous content and has maintained or increased its viewership throughout or for a large part of the year. Reality Show - PO 24 The Best Reality television show is one that was unscripted, documented actual events over fiction, that featured ordinary people and professional actors. All through the show the viewers get an insight into the hardships and fortunes of the contestants.the show should have had high production values, a consistent format as well as smooth execution. Game Show - PO 25 The game show of the year that stood out in its genre because of its concept and format, production values, interactivity with viewers and constant innovation. Dance Talent Show - PO 26 A dance based TV show/event that has trough its high production values, concept, content, format and execution been able to develop / explore dancing talent of either celebrities or general public and got maximum viewership PAGE 02

12 POPULAR CATEGORY DESCRIPTION CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF Singing Talent Show - PO 27 A TV show/event that has been able to explore the ability / talent of either celebrities or a common man to sing and have helped them to make a career in the world of playback singing. Production values, concept, content, format and execution of the show is also an important aspect which shall be considered Comedy Talent Show - PO 28 A humor based TV show/event that has been able to explore the ability / talent of either celebrities or common man to make the audiences laugh by their humor and style of presenting. Production values, concept, content, format and execution of the show is also an important aspect which shall be considered Mythological Series - PO 29 A show that tells a traditional story, typically involving supernatural beings, forces or creatures which embodies and provides an explanation for something such as the early history of a society, a religious belief or ritual, a natural phenomenon, etc. Judge on a TV Show - PO 30 An individual whose personality, understanding and flair made an impeccable impact on the success of the show. He / She should have displayed unique traits or characteristics which made him outstanding and popular with the audience. The particular judge should have raised the standards of content/ performances on the show. The judge could have been part of any talent show in the valid time period. Youth Show ( Fiction) PO 31 A television show that has made a formidable name for itself in the genre of youth entertainment. The program should have been an entertaining and well followed popular show that has made its cult with the youth. This show should have been designed primarily for youth audience. Youth Show ( Non Fiction) PO 32 A reality/ talent hunt/ adventure/ game show that managed to captivate viewers from an audience that is ever changing and has a short attention span. A show that is distinguished by its uniqueness, wackiness and its relevance to youth audience. Indian Television Dot Com Pvt Ltd C - 350, Oshiwara Industrial Centre, Opp. Oshiwara Bus Depot, New Link Road, Goregaon (West), Mumbai Tel : Fax: query@indiantellyawards.com, awards@indiantellyawards.com If you have any queries, please feel free to call the following: Ravi Chandnani: / Devyani Baindoor : / For more information about Telly Awards log on to and PAGE 03

13 CATEGORIES FOR THE INDIAN TELLY AWARDS CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF ELIGIBILITY All entries must have been produced &/ or aired between 1 September 2009 to 31 August. Last Date of Submission of entries 10th September. THE TECHNICAL AWARDS (TC): These awards are given for specific skills which help enhance or set new standards of technical quality of a TV programme, be it in the area of cinematography, editing, costume or what have you. An individual or team from a production house/post production house which has excelled in this specific aspect during the specific period can be nominated. Categories: TC 1 - Special/Visual Effects for Television TC 2 - Art Direction (Fiction) TC 3 - Art Direction (Non-Fiction) TC 4 - Videography (Best TV Cameraman - Fiction) TC 5 - Videography (Best TV Cameraman Non - Fiction) TC 6 - Costumes for a TV Programme TC 7 - Make Up Artist TC 8 - Stylist TC 9 - TV Show Packaging (Fiction) TC 10 - TV Show Packaging (Non-Fiction) On a Entertainment Channel TC 11 - TV Channel Packaging (Including Channel Ids & Generic Promos) TC 12 - Editor (Fiction) TC 13 - Editor (Non-Fiction) TC 14 - Background Music for a TV Programme (Fiction) TC 15 - TV Lyricist TC 16 - Music Director TC 17 - Title Singer for a TV Show TC 18 - Director (Soap & Drama) TC 19 - Director (Sitcom) TC 20 - Director (Thriller) TC 21 - Director (Non- Fiction) TC 22 - Screenplay Writer (Drama Series & Soap) TC 23 - Dialogue Writer (Drama Series & Soap) TC 24 - Sitcom/Comedy Writer TC 25 - Story Writer TC 26 - Scriptwriter (Non Fiction) TC 27 - Choreographer THE TRADE AWARDS (TR): These awards recognize excellent performances by MSO s and TV production houses during the specific period. A detailed note should specify the achievements of the nominee during the year. Categories: TR 1 - Cable Operator / MSO (Multi Systems Operator) TR 2 - TV Production House PAGE 01

14 CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF THE PROGRAMMING AWARDS (PR): Programming awards will be presented to television software producers and channel executives for programmes of various genres. Categories: PR 1 - Edutainment / Science / Knowledge Based Show PR 2 - Entertainment News Show on an Entertainment Channel PR 3 - Public Service Programme PR 4 - Lifestyle & Fashion Show PR 5 - Talk Show on an Entertainment Channel PR 6 - Cookery show PR 7 - Sports Show PR 8 - Travel Show PR 9 - Health & Fitness Show THE POPULAR AWARDS (PO): The popular awards cover programming and artiste awards and will be presented to an individual (male or female)/channel/production house for his/her/their excellent performance in a TV serial/programme/show. Categories: PO 1 - Child Artiste (Female) PO 2 - Child Artiste (Male) PO 3 - Anchor/s PO 4 - Actor in a Comic Role (Female) PO 5 - Actor in a Comic Role (Male) PO 6 - Actor in a Supporting Role (Female) PO 7 - Actor in a Supporting Role (Male) PO 8 - Television Personality PO 9 - Actor in a Negative Role (Female) PO 10 - Actor in a Negative Role (Male) PO 11 - Fresh New Face (Female) PO 12 - Fresh New Face (Male) PO 13 - Actor (Female) PO 14 - Actor (Male) PO 15 - Ensemble PO 16 - Programme with a Social Message PO 17 - Daily Serial PO 18 - Weekly Serial PO 19 - Continuing TV Programme PO 20 - Drama Series PO 21 - Thriller Programme PO 22 - Kid s Programme PO 23 - Sitcom/Comedy Programme PO 24 - Reality Show PO 25 - Game Show PO 26 - Dance Talent Show PO 27 - Singing Talent Show PO 28 - Comedy Talent Show PO 29 - Mythological Series PO 30 Judge on a TV Show PO 31 Youth Show - Fiction PO 32 - Youth Show Non Fiction PAGE 02