MUMBAI: National Geographic Channel will have shows around the action theme this month. Every day at 3 pm and 11 pm, viewers can watch the Deadly Ninjas, Lethal Samurai, Polar bears on prowl, and legendary fighter Bruce Lee pack in the real punches.

From the clash of the Spartans with the Ninjas to the techniques that the king of Kung fu used, to making martial art one of the most fascinating combination of art and science - the programming lineup will give viewers access to relentless action, before, after and in between the battles on the cricket field.

Built for the Kill, which airs from 23 April Monday-Friday at 3 pm, will focus on brutal predators, in the animal kingdom, as they go for the kill. Bruce Lee lives airs from 16- 20 April at 10 pm. This is a documentary about the Martial Arts? instructor.

?The Deadliest Warrior? airs from Monday - Friday at 11 pm. Warriors from Spartans to Attila the Hun - they will be pitted against each other for the coveted title of the Deadliest Warrior.

NGC Network India and Fox International Channels VP marketing, communication Debarpita Banerjee said, ?Viewer interest is at the heart of everything we do. This April, Nat Geo will amplify the action on the cricket field by bringing the best of combat on television. The power- packed programming will give viewers their fill of exciting content, before and after they cheer for their favourite teams in cricket.?

MUMBAI: Across America, in basements and barns, attics and backyards, there are forgotten links to national history. Objects with unexpected value and incredible true stories are just waiting to be uncovered. And now the National Geographic Channel is on a quest to do just that!

NGC in the US has announced the start of production for the new 10-episode series ‘America‘s Lost Treasures‘. The series, by Original Productions and executive producer Thom Beers ‘Deadliest Catch‘, ‘Ice Road Truckers‘, will visit 10 cities across America in search of objects with historical importance and unexpected value.

Beers said, "In America, our national treasures are everywhere. But the history books only tell part of the story. We are excited to partner with National Geographic Channel to uncover the hidden collectibles and heirlooms which tell incredible stories of the people of this great country throughout our history."

The infotainment broadcaster is asking viewers in the 10 preselected cities to submit their family heirlooms, found objects, and other perceived treasures online at www.natgeotv.com/losttreasures for a chance to be a part of the series.

NGC senior VP of content Michael Cascio said, "The more unusual, the more unique, the more mysterious, the better. I don‘t think people actually realize the historical significance, and potential financial value, of items which have been passed down generation to generation."

Five to six objects per city will be chosen to be featured in the show, and the two series hosts, with the aid of key staff from a prestigious museum in each city and other independent experts and appraisers, will investigate the object further to reveal the story behind the artifact as well as its worth. Each episode will also take viewers on a behind-the-scenes look at museum research facilities, advanced equipment and authentication teams as each
potential American treasure is investigated.

At the end of each episode, owners and their families will gather back at the museum to learn the true story behind their treasured objects. Top possessions featured in the series will receive $10,000 as special recognition for the importance of their artifact in American history.