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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
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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
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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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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
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BBC Asian Network's programmes06
00:00 - Asian Network's Shades On Mix with DJ Manara
Shades On... for the late checkout crew
This one is for those who love to check out the rave late!
This one is for those who love to check out the rave late!
00:30 - Asian Network's Shades On Mix with DJ Manara
Shades On... for the sunshine crew
Manara brings the sunshine through in this week's Shades On Mix.
Manara brings the sunshine through in this week's Shades On Mix.
01:00 - Asian Network Evenings
with Nadia Ali
Nadia gets you moving you out of work mode and settling in to your evening!
Nadia gets you moving you out of work mode and settling in to your evening!
03:00 - Bobby Friction
A line-up of Arooj Aftab, Pataka Boys and Hanumankind!
Bobby Friction brings two hours of global diaspora beats.
Bobby Friction brings two hours of global diaspora beats.
05:00 - Asian Network Fresh
Shae Gill, Asha Gold & Ricki Dhindsa!
Brand new sounds from the Asian Network.
Brand new sounds from the Asian Network.
06:00 - Asian Network Motivation
with Dr Punam Krishan: Feeling run down
The doctor prescribes simple steps to help you feel energised and upbeat.
The doctor prescribes simple steps to help you feel energised and upbeat.
07:00 - Asian Network Breakfast
with Nikita Kanda
Get your daily dose of Kanda Chaos and all the biggest hits!
Get your daily dose of Kanda Chaos and all the biggest hits!
10:00 - Asian Network Certified
with Nikita Kanda
Your daily mix of Bollywood, Bhangra, UK garage, R&B, hip-hop and more.
Your daily mix of Bollywood, Bhangra, UK garage, R&B, hip-hop and more.
11:00 - Haroon Rashid
MET Gala Debrief!
Haroon's chatting all about the MET Gala. Which celebrity had the best look?
Haroon's chatting all about the MET Gala. Which celebrity had the best look?
12:45 - Newsbeat
06/05/2025
The latest news from around the UK and around the world.
The latest news from around the UK and around the world.
13:00 - Haroon Rashid
Interview: Guz Khan
Star of Man Like Mobeen, Guz Khan talks to Haroon about the impact of the show on him.
Star of Man Like Mobeen, Guz Khan talks to Haroon about the impact of the show on him.
14:00 - Asian Network Certified Throwbacks
with Haroon Rashid
Asian Network Certified Throwback bangers! Big anthems you haven't heard in ages!
Asian Network Certified Throwback bangers! Big anthems you haven't heard in ages!
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 - Asian Network Evenings
with Nadia Ali
Nadia gets you moving you out of work mode and settling in to your evening!
Nadia gets you moving you out of work mode and settling in to your evening!
20:00 - BBC Introducing on Asian Network with Jasmine Takhar
DJ Kizzi sits in
DJ Kizzi brings you the best new, unsigned, and under the radar British Asian music.
DJ Kizzi brings you the best new, unsigned, and under the radar British Asian music.
22:00 - Asian Network Celebrates
Jonita Gandhi
Asian Network celebrates Punjabi-Canadian singer Jonita Gandhi.
Asian Network celebrates Punjabi-Canadian singer Jonita Gandhi.
23:00 - All Star Anthems
It's wedding season!
This is all the joy of an Asian wedding in 30 minutes.
This is all the joy of an Asian wedding in 30 minutes.
23:30 - All Star Anthems
Taking it back to the old school
AJD dusts off the classics that defined a generation in the All Star Anthems.
AJD dusts off the classics that defined a generation in the All Star Anthems.