mrita TV is all set to launch a big-scale reality show, called �Great India Race�. The concept seems to be a rip-off from the popular series, �The Amazing Race�, the format of which is owned by CBS. However, the channel�s officials refute that allegation, stating that �Great India Race� is not a reality show, but an actuality show. It is scheduled to go on air in April or May this year.

On the show, 12 pairs will compete against each other, as they travel from one location to another, in a bid to reach the final destination first. Their journey will be aided by clues and the teams would use various modes of transport, from buses to bullock carts. ... more