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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. BBC 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, BBC Asian Network 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 identity."
BBC Asian Network slogan: "Celebrating British Asian identity."
BBC Asian Network Contact Details
Postal address: BBC Asian Network, The Mailbox, Birmingham, B1 1RF
Website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/asiannetwork
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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
Asian Network Represents initiative announces 12 new presenters
A dozen new voices will present on BBC Asian Network over the next year as part of its Represents initiative.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 24.03.2026
BBC Asian Network Represents returns looking for new presenters
BBC Asian Network is looking for brand-new presenters for the return of Asian Network Represents.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 19.01.2026
One More Laugh promises more laughs again
BBC Asian Network’s One More Laugh is returning to London this January with a night showcasing new comedy talent.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 01.12.2025
BBC Asian Network launches new weekly speech show
BBC Asian Network is introducing a new speech and current affairs programme as part of its updated schedule from Monday 27 October.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 15.10.2025
Asian Network Certified returns to Birmingham with live DJ sets
BBC Asian Network’s flagship club night, Asian Network Certified, is heading back to Birmingham this year.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 23.09.2025
BBC Asian Network launches vote for ultimate chart number one
BBC Asian Network is celebrating 15 years of The Official Asian Music Chart with a public vote to find the number one track.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 12.08.2025
Jaz Singh to host new BBC Asian Network afternoon show
Jaz Singh will host BBC Asian Network’s new afternoon show from 1 September, with Harleen Nottay, Kades and Mr.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 08.08.2025
BBC to reduce news quotas on Asian Network and Radio Foyle
Ofcom has approved the BBC’s request to reduce its news and current affairs quotas for both BBC Radio Foyle and BBC Asian Network, following a consultation earlier this year.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 31.07.2025
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
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Playlist 28

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21:57Karan Aujla - Top Fella

21:51Karsh Kale - Tabla Beat Scientist

21:47JJ47, Mujahid Hasan & Hashim Ishaq - Payday

21:43Manni Sandhu & Gurj Sidhu - Challa Pt 2 (Live Cover)
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BBC Asian Network Schedule28
00:00 - Pure Spice
Takeover, Slow jams with Anj Kay
Anj Kay gets you in your feelings with an hour of the hottest slow jams!
Anj Kay gets you in your feelings with an hour of the hottest slow jams!
01:00 - Kizzi
DJ Kye is kicking off your Saturday evening party!
The ultimate Saturday evening warm-up on BBC Asian Network.
The ultimate Saturday evening warm-up on BBC Asian Network.
04:00 - Asian Network's Club Hit Squad Mix
Taking you back to Desi
Dee and Rav are taking you back, straight back to Desi in a 30-minute mix.
Dee and Rav are taking you back, straight back to Desi in a 30-minute mix.
04:30 - Asian Network's Club Hit Squad Mix
Diving into the summer crates
Panjabi Hit Squad are diving into summer and bringing Bollywood and Afrobeat anthems.
Panjabi Hit Squad are diving into summer and bringing Bollywood and Afrobeat anthems.
05:00 - Asian Network Celebrates
Karisma Kapoor
Gagan Grewal celebrates the icon that is Karisma Kapoor!
Gagan Grewal celebrates the icon that is Karisma Kapoor!
06:00 - Asian Network Bollywood
Gagan's Throwback Bollywood Mix, The Big Bollywood Wedding
Gagan takes you through Bollywood’s timeless songs celebrating every stage of a wedding!
Gagan takes you through Bollywood’s timeless songs celebrating every stage of a wedding!
06:30 - Asian Network Bollywood
Gagan's Throwback Bollywood Mix, Bollywood Athletic Anthems
Gagan brings you Athletic Anthems, the iconic songs to Bollywood's greatest sports films!
Gagan brings you Athletic Anthems, the iconic songs to Bollywood's greatest sports films!
07:00 - Asian Network Bollywood
Bollywood Sing-Along Anthems, with Natasha Retnasingam
The best feel-good Bollywood anthems to get you singing with with Natasha Retnasingam.
The best feel-good Bollywood anthems to get you singing with with Natasha Retnasingam.
08:00 - Asian Network Breakfast
with SMASHBengali
SMASHBengali takes over your Sunday with big tunes and easy vibes.
SMASHBengali takes over your Sunday with big tunes and easy vibes.
10:00 - Asian Network Certified Throwbacks
with SMASHBengali
SMASHBengali brings Asian Network Certified Throwbacks for 60 minutes.
SMASHBengali brings Asian Network Certified Throwbacks for 60 minutes.
11:00 - Asian Network Bollywood
Gagan Grewal, Karisma Kapoor Bollywood Classics
It's another Bollywood Sunday with Gagan, featuring the best of Karisma Kapoor!
It's another Bollywood Sunday with Gagan, featuring the best of Karisma Kapoor!
12:00 - Asian Network Celebrates
Dimple Kapadia
Gagan Grewal celebrates the legendary Dimple Kapadia!
Gagan Grewal celebrates the legendary Dimple Kapadia!
13:00 - Asian Network Punjabi
Dipps Bhamrah, DJ Harpz sits in
DJ Harpz sits in for Dipps with a special throwback edition of Asian Network Punjabi.
DJ Harpz sits in for Dipps with a special throwback edition of Asian Network Punjabi.
15:00 - Asian Network's Bengali Entertainment Show with Nadia Ali
Xefer & Farooque Bhai Project join Nadia!
Bengali superstars Xefer and Farooque Bhai Project join Nadia for a special co-host
Bengali superstars Xefer and Farooque Bhai Project join Nadia for a special co-host
17:00 - Asian Network's Pakistani Entertainment Show with Kan D Man
Classic Pakistani sounds, Qawwali favourites and the freshest new music with Manara
DJ Manara shares her hand-picked selections celebrating the very best of Pakistani music.
DJ Manara shares her hand-picked selections celebrating the very best of Pakistani music.
19:00 - Asian Network's South Indian and Tamil Entertainment Show with Pritt
Exclusive Live Maida Vale Sessions by Maharani
British Asian artist Maharani performs exclusive live sessions recorded at BBC Maida Vale.
British Asian artist Maharani performs exclusive live sessions recorded at BBC Maida Vale.
21:00 - Bobby Friction
Schooling the Nation
Bobby predicts an artist who will be making waves in Future Friction.
Bobby predicts an artist who will be making waves in Future Friction.
23:00 - Asian Network Represents
Music, memories and new discoveries, with Bablu Shikdar.
Bablu Shikdar brings anthems, Bollywood classics and British Asian music to Represents.
Bablu Shikdar brings anthems, Bollywood classics and British Asian music to Represents.

