Now catch new talent in the film industry up close and personal on etc's Taaza Maal.

The first episode of Taaza Maal will be aired on 5 December at 8.00 pm with repeats on Saturday at 8.00 p.m. and Tuesday at 1.00 pm. Akanksha, daughter of Cinevista Communication's proprietor Prem Kishen, who is set to debut in Umesh Mehra's forthcoming film Yeh Mohabbat Hai, will be interviewed on Taaza Maal on 27 December. Akanksha is the second talent to be presented on the programme.

Taaza Maal will feature a new artist from the world of music and film in the innovative programme. According to the channel, Taaza Maal will focus not just on the professions but will also take a lighter look at their personal life, about how skilful they are at domestic chores or running errands or even their hobbies.