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About BBC Asian Network
Listen to the internet radio of BBC Asian Network live, launched in 1988 to cater to the growing South Asian communities in the UK. The Asian Network is dedicated to the diaspora from the Indian subcontinent, with a target audience of young individuals (under 35) of South Asian origin, hailing from countries such as India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, Maldives, and more. While the primary language of the programmes is English, the station occasionally offers content in native languages as well. The radio's playlist features music that reflects the cultural preferences of the target audience, including South Asian pop, bhangra, and Bollywood, in addition to South Asian rhythmic contemporary music like hip-hop, R&B, and underground genres. In terms of information, the station broadcasts news, live events, and conversations related to South Asian communities. Weekdays from 7am to 10am, Nikita Kanda leads the breakfast show, infusing it with positive vibes and daily motivation, the show also features guest discussions on various topics.
BBC Asian Network slogan: "Celebrating British Asian life, culture and music"
BBC Asian Network slogan: "Celebrating British Asian life, culture and music"
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Postal address: BBC Asian Network, The Mailbox, Birmingham, B1 1RF
Website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/asiannetwork
Phone: +44 345 944 0445
SMS: 81869
E-mail: asiannetwork.enquiries[kukac]bbc.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcasiannetwork
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Website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/asiannetwork
Phone: +44 345 944 0445
SMS: 81869
E-mail: asiannetwork.enquiries[kukac]bbc.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcasiannetwork
X: https://x.com/bbcasiannetwork
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcasiannetwork
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/bbcasiannetwork
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/[kukac]bbcasiannetwork
BBC Asian Network frequencies
Derbyshire - 1116 MWEast Midlands - 837 MWNorth Cambridgeshire - 1449 MWPeterborough - 1449 MWWest Midlands - 828 MW, 1458 MW FMBBC Asian Network Frequency map
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Bobby Friction and Amber Sandhu lose BBC Asian Network shows in move to Birmingham
Bobby Friction will leave his current weekday show to front a weekend show on BBC Asian Network, and Amber Sandhu will leave the station when it moves to Birmingham.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 11.02.2025
BBC Asian Network is holding its next Comedy Night at the BBC Radio Theatre
BBC Asian Network Comedy returns with another live show at the BBC Radio Theatre next year.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 06.12.2024
BBC Asian Network’s Bobby Friction to host weekly specialist music show
Schedule changes at BBC Asian Network will see Bobby Friction move from weekdays to front a brand-new weekly specialist music show on the station.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 31.10.2024
More job cuts announced as BBC radio stations combine further bulletins and programmes
More programme and news sharing is coming to BBC Asian Network and 5 Live as the BBC announces proposals to cut dozens of radio jobs across the newsrooms.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 15.10.2024
BBC Asian Network launches the Ultimate 00s Bollywood Song Vote
BBC Asian Network is looking for the nation’s favourite 00s Bollywood banger. Following Asian Network crowning ‘Tujhe Dekha To’ from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge as The Ultimate 90s Bollywood Song earlier this year, listeners are now able to cast their votes for their Ultimate 00s Bollywood Song.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 09.09.2024
Five more BBC Asian Network radio shows head to Birmingham
BBC Asian Network will start the next phase of its move to Birmingham with five more radio shows heading to the city from next month.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 28.08.2024
BBC Asian Network launches its first Ultimate 90s Bollywood Song vote
BBC Asian Network has launched a search for the nation’s favourite 90s Bollywood banger.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 07.05.2024
Winners announced for The Radio Academy ARIAS 2024
The winners of 27 awards have been announced for The Radio Academy ARIAS 2024 at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 07.05.2024
Vallisa Chauhan joins BBC Asian Network to host weekend shows
Vallisa Chauhan is to host a Saturday morning show and Sunday evening show on BBC Asian Network from 20th April.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 11.04.2024
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BBC Asian Network's programmes29
00:00 - Asian Network News Presents
Shake those Ghungroos
There's lots of love for Indian classical dance on TikTok. Pria Rai hears why.
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01:00 - AJD
The party experience with Ezu, Neha Kakkar and Shy FX
AJD brings you the ultimate party experience.
AJD brings you the ultimate party experience.
03:00 - Asian Network Punjabi
AJD, Anthems from Chani Nattan, Munraj and AP Dhillon!
AJD brings the essential Punjabi anthems for 60 minutes.
AJD brings the essential Punjabi anthems for 60 minutes.
04:00 - Asian Network Celebrates
A. R. Rahman
Celebrating South Asia’s greatest musicians, it’s A. R. Rahman.
Celebrating South Asia’s greatest musicians, it’s A. R. Rahman.
05:00 - The Everyday Hustle
with Jaz Singh: Parenting in hustle culture
Tips on raising confident kids while thriving in hustle culture.
Tips on raising confident kids while thriving in hustle culture.
05:30 - The Everyday Hustle
with Shani Dhanda: Self-employment
Shani Dhanda talks self-employment and how to take the leap into working for yourself.
Shani Dhanda talks self-employment and how to take the leap into working for yourself.
06:00 - Asian Network Certified Mashups
Sliime, Stormzy and Aima Baig!
The biggest certified mashups from the Asian Network.
The biggest certified mashups from the Asian Network.
07:00 - Asian Network Breakfast
with Nikita Kanda
We hit the streets for Poll the People! Can you guess how the public answered?
We hit the streets for Poll the People! Can you guess how the public answered?
10:00 - Asian Network Certified
with Nikita Kanda
Nikita’s Certified brings Nicki Minaj, Arijit Singh, Diljit and plenty more with vibes.
Nikita’s Certified brings Nicki Minaj, Arijit Singh, Diljit and plenty more with vibes.
11:00 - Haroon Rashid
Biryani Bhaijaan
Has Haroon managed to track down Asma Khan to help him become Biryani Bhaijaan?
Has Haroon managed to track down Asma Khan to help him become Biryani Bhaijaan?
12:45 - Newsbeat
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The latest news from around the UK and around the world.
The latest news from around the UK and around the world.
13:00 - Asian Network Bollywood
Haroon Rashid, Superfan
Haroon chats to the biggest stars in the Asian movie scene and plays a game of Superfan.
Haroon chats to the biggest stars in the Asian movie scene and plays a game of Superfan.
14:00 - Asian Network Certified Throwbacks
with Haroon Rashid
Haroon’s Certified Throwbacks brings 2Pac, J Lo, Malkit, R&B, Bollywood and LOTS more.
Haroon’s Certified Throwbacks brings 2Pac, J Lo, Malkit, R&B, Bollywood and LOTS more.
15:00 - Ankur Desai
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Keeping you up to date with the biggest tracks, top stories, sport and entertainment news.
Keeping you up to date with the biggest tracks, top stories, sport and entertainment news.
18:00 - AJD
Party bangers from BombayMami, CAPS and H33RA
AJD begins the weekend early with party bangers.
AJD begins the weekend early with party bangers.
20:00 - Asian Network Punjabi
AJD, A line-up of Sukha, Raf Saperra and Miss Pooja
This is the best of the Punjabi scene in 60 minutes.
This is the best of the Punjabi scene in 60 minutes.
21:00 - The Official British Asian Music Chart
with Jasmine Takhar
Jasmine Takhar counts down your top 20 tracks according to sales, streams and downloads.
Jasmine Takhar counts down your top 20 tracks according to sales, streams and downloads.
22:00 - Bobby Friction
Heat from Diljit Dosanjh, Natasha Noorani and Sabri Sisters
Bobby Friction spotlights Mishal Shafi and plays an iconic performance from Amrit Kaur!
Bobby Friction spotlights Mishal Shafi and plays an iconic performance from Amrit Kaur!