NGC launches action-themed shows with IPL in mind

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.?