MUMBAI: BIG FM’s Bangalore station announced the launch of ‘Retro Talkies’, a first-of-its-kind music show that caters to listeners with handpicked and much-loved Kannada retro tracks, all composed by some of the most outstanding music directors of the industry. Charming listeners each afternoon between 2 and 5 pm, Retro Talkies will be hosted by Sihi Kahi Chandru and Sihi Kahi Geetha, one of the most well-known television and movie couples of Sandalwood.

The show’s music will be accompanied by rare and detailed information about musical maestros and yesteryear superstars such as Dr Rajkumar, Vishnuvardhan, Ambareesh, Anant Nag and Shankar Nag. The hosts, known for their brilliant onscreen chemistry, will enthrall listeners on the airwaves and make afternoons both exciting and rejuvenating.

Retro Talkies is a breakthrough in that it will build bridges between listeners, sandalwood filmmakers and superstars by broadcasting exclusive sessions describing their journey in the industry and giving listeners deep insight into their successful and glamorous lives. Being noted actors themselves, Sihi Kahi Chandru and Sihi Kahi Geetha will add depth and character to the show. Their excellent sense of timing and great connect will capture the fancy of listeners, giving them a feeling of being part of the show and the stories being narrated.

Commenting on the occasion, BIG FM business head Ashwin Padmanabhan said, “RetroTalkies is an exclusive initiative to offer our listeners the choicest range of versatile Kannada retro music packed with interesting and in-depth information. This show will present listeners with a brilliant opportunity to know more about the legends. We are certain that Sihi Kahi Chandru and his wife will make the experience one that is very special.”