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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"

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Derbyshire - 1116 MWEast Midlands - 837 MWNorth Cambridgeshire - 1449 MWPeterborough - 1449 MWWest Midlands - 828 MW, 1458 MW FM
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News about BBC Asian Network

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

Playlist 26

Avvy Sra & Ammy Virk - Mere Mithdeya
04:29Avvy Sra & Ammy Virk - Mere Mithdeya
Dox, Jaskaran & Rita Kim - Superstar
04:27Dox, Jaskaran & Rita Kim - Superstar
Hanumankind - Run It Up
04:24Hanumankind - Run It Up
Harkirat Sangha - Lahore
04:20Harkirat Sangha - Lahore
Leo Grewal & Yo Yo Honey Singh - Shopping List
04:18Leo Grewal & Yo Yo Honey Singh - Shopping List
French Montana, Mohamed Ramadan & Jasmine Sandlas - Rolla Rolla
04:14French Montana, Mohamed Ramadan & Jasmine Sandlas - Rolla Rolla
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BBC Asian Network's programmes26

00:00 - Ankur Desai - 60 Minutes
22/03/2025
Kabaddi World Cup starts, calls for a ban on first cousin marriage & nasheeds in Ramadan.
01:00 - Bobby Friction
Wednesday evening fun with Bobby
Bobby keeps you company on your Wednesday evening.
03:00 - DJ Limelight & Kan D Man
Rusha & Blizza talk new music
The home of new music on BBC Asian Network.
05:00 - Asian Network News Presents
Dealing with grief
Amber hears if our communities do better on dealing with the loss of a loved one?
06:00 - Asian Network R&B
Chani Nattan, Rekky & Udit Narayan
Nonstop Asian Network bangers with Chani Nattan, Rekky & Udit Narayan
07:00 - Asian Network Breakfast
with Nikita Kanda
Beat the mid-week blues with some Kanda Kaos!
10:00 - Asian Network Certified
with Nikita Kanda
Your daily mix of Bollywood, Bhangra, UK garage, R&B, hip-hop and more.
11:00 - Haroon Rashid
All the week's big tunes, laughter and chat
Plenty of great tunes, laughter and chat with Haroon.
12:45 - Newsbeat
26/03/2025
The latest news from around the UK and around the world.
13:00 - Haroon Rashid
Haroon keeps you company
Haroon has all the big tunes, current and classic, to keep you company through the day.
14:00 - Asian Network Certified Throwbacks
with Haroon Rashid
Bangers from Juggy D, Rischi Rich blended with J Cole, Snoop Dogg and lots more!
15:00 - Ankur Desai
26/03/2025
Keeping you up to date with the biggest tracks, top stories, sport and entertainment news.
18:00 - Bobby Friction
Can Bobby guess what you're cooking?
Can Bobby redeem himself and guess what you're cooking in Friction's Kitchen?
20:00 - DJ Limelight & Kan D Man
Big new releases
The home of new music on BBC Asian Network.
22:00 - One More Chai
Letters to our mums
SMASHBengali and Gura write heartfelt letters to their mums for Mother's Day!
22:30 - One More Chai
How to catch a lunch thief...
Gura and Jaz talk about first impressions when meeting new people. Plus Jaz has road rage.
23:00 - Asian Network's Club Hit Squad Mix
Spring in your step
It’s time to get a Spring in your step in this week's Club Hit Squad Mix.
23:30 - Asian Network's Club Hit Squad Mix
The soundtrack to your Holi
Dee and Rav are spreading the colourful anthems through your speakers and celebrating Holi