January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Channel 5 among People 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis The programme showcases crimes solved by the Singapore Police Force, features appeals for unsolved 1 Crimewatch 2020 Information cases and dispenses crime prevention advice to promote public awareness towards trending crimes.
This season, contestants must cook their hearts out - from local to international cuisines, all in a bid to 2 MasterChef Singapore Variety realise their food dreams by winning the coveted Sr 2 MasterChef Singapore title!
Chingay 2021 The first ever Digital Chingay! A colourful and vibrant showcase of Singapore's unique multiculturalism with 3 Variety a blend of traditional and emerging art forms.
Singapore Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat is joined by fellow Singaporeans in a 4 Ask The Finance Information forum as he tackles the major announcements arising Minister from Singapore Budget 2021.
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Channel 5 among People 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis “Body and Soul” is a health series that features experienced healthcare professionals who provide 5 insights on medical issues and health treatments to Body and Soul Sr 8 Information demystify health problems and encourage viewers to have a healthy and active lifestyle.
With a fresh approach to tackling the issues of the day,
Talking Point investigates a current issue or event, 6 Talking Point Information offering different perspectives to local stories and
reveals how it all affects you.
Host Belinda Lee meets deserving families as they share their struggle to overcome the problems they
7 face in navigating or maintaining their homes. Follow
RenovAID Sr 9 Information the stories of these families in need of a home
makeover as RenovAID renew their lives by transforming their living spaces!
Follow beloved 128 Circle character, Uncle Larry, as he tries to fulfil his promise to his wife to bring her on a 128 Circle: Shaking Drama long-awaited honeymoon! town. Legs
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Channel 5 among People 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis “We Are Singaporeans” returns with Season 5, and host Hossan Leong! It's a uniquely Singapore We Are Singaporeans gameshow that combines quiz questions with top- Information Sr 5 notch comedy provided by some of the best talents in town.
Kin is a drama about the complexities of life, love and family relationships. The Lohs, Shelleys, Hassans, and Balas have overcome personal loss, incarceration, as 10 Kin Drama well as estrangement of their loved ones; yet lingering tensions remain. Mysteries continue to unfold as characters pursue their individual agendas.
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Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Channel 8 among People 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis Usher in the Year of Ox with local artistes through a spectacular "Lou Hei" virtual conferencing session on 1 Lunar New Year’s Eve Live TV! LNY Eve's Special 2021 seeks to break down Special 2021 Variety distance barrier by connecting with local and overseas 福满牛年MooMoo乐 Singaporeans through technology.
Presented by River Hongbao and Singapore Chinese
River Hongbao 2021 Cultural Centre, this year Lee Wei Song and Lee Si Song
2 新加坡派 春到河畔 Variety specially composed a local New Year song for the 35th
anniversary of River Hongbao. 2021
"King of Culinary" is back by popular demand! In the King of Culinary Sr 2 new series, Chef Eric Teo, Chef Eric Neo and Chef Pung 3 三把刀 Information have brought along their disciple to the game! Challenger has to defeat the disciple before they can compete with the master! Mei Fangcao, an ordinary girl from Vietnam, takes a leap My Star Bride of faith by coming to Singapore as a "bride", hoping to 4 Drama 过江新娘 raise medical fees for her mother and find her long-lost sister.
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Channel 8 among People 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis Watch the first ever Digital Chingay! A colourful and Chingay 2021 vibrant showcase of Singapore's unique 5 妆艺2021 Variety multiculturalism with a blend of traditional and emerging art forms
The programme showcases crimes solved by the Singapore Police Force, features appeals for unsolved Crimewatch 6 Information cases and dispenses crime prevention advice to 绳之以法 promote public awareness towards trending crimes.
Food varies with time and places and often differs from Old Taste Detective the original version. The host will revisit the dishes 7 Sr 2 Information based on local traditional taste and reproduce the 古早味侦探 ancient taste through a chef.
An infotainment program based on the “Great World” Happy Great World in the 70-80s. With a strong nostalgic atmosphere, the 8 audience can reminisce about the good times of 欢喜大世界 Infotainment childhood and at the same time increase their knowledge through different segments.
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Channel 8 among People 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis A long form drama set in the culinary world, where four Recipe of Life rising stars reign, three generations of disciples battle, 9 Drama and two female protagonists face-off, in a tale of love, 味之道 intrigue and revenge.
“The Inner Circle” brings recipients of the All-Time Favourite Artiste Award back on stage and delves into The Inner Circle their life stories. Each episode also sees the guest 10 Variety 神秘嘉宾 appearance of the people who have played significant roles in the lives of these artistes.
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Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Channel U among People 15+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis “We Came This Far” is an intimate journey to discover the We Came This Far life stories, values, family ties, businesses and lifestyles of 1 Information 我们是同乡 5 Chinese dialect groups in Singapore.
Most of Singapore's food ingredients are imported and Local Fine Produce highly dependent on imports. "Local Fine Produce" aims 2 Information 在地好食材 to discover the source of local food ingredients & enjoy the flavours. The programme aims to discover interesting, novel, Neighbourhood Fixer unknown, heart-warming & touching stories as well as 3 Information 邻里来爆料 fun, caring & extraordinary people in their respective neighbourhoods. The outbreak of Covid19 has prompted many to step Meals on Mission forward to put out meals in community kitchens to serve 4 Information 暖心厨房 the underprivileged.
Brand new info-variety series sees Belinda Lee The Food We Love to Hate challenging celebrity guests who shun food to face their 5 Information 畏口大开 fears with taste and touch tests.
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Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on CNA among People 15+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis The pandemic caused many around the world to return home. But in this global village, what does home mean? 1 Coming Home Information This programme tries to answer those questions from the perspective of 4 Singaporeans and their families who are now in Singapore.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how some things are done and sped up changes in other sectors. Be it in 2 Our New Normal Information education or hospitality, migrant housing or food security, what is the new normal we can expect?
Four Singaporeans, with four burning questions about the past, go on a mission to find answers that lie deep within 3 Into The Vault Sr 2 Information Singapore's National Archives.
Join Chef Anthony Yeoh as he embarks on an adventure
not to tourist hotspots but real life destinations that The Great Escapade Information 4 shake him out of his comfort zone.
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on CNA among People 15+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis Minister of Education and Second Minister of Finance, Singapore Lawrence Wong, participated in a dialogue session at the 5 Perspectives 2021 Information Institute of Policy Studies' Singapore Perspectives Conference 2021. He spoke on the many challenges which have arisen from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Market experts from UOB, Robeco and Fidelity Market Insights 2021 Information International discuss the significance of sustainable 6 investing and its potential in Asian markets and also delve into the rise of China and Asian economies.
Life has gotten more digital than ever before. But when it Greening the Net Information comes to greenhouse gases, the Internet is responsible 7 for 2% of global emissions.
Remarkable Living season 3 is a curated selection of people and places championing craft and artistic pursuits. 8 Remarkable Living Sr 3 Information
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on CNA among People 15+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis US-China relations are at its worst in modern history. How are the historical forces of pride and shame driving the When Titans Clash Information conflict? Understand China's Century of Humiliation and discover how poverty in America is invoking anti-China public sentiment.
Four projects, nine partners, two start-ups, one learning Collaborate to institute. Despite their different outlooks and 10 Innovate: Accelerating Information backgrounds, all shared a common purpose – to problem Progress solve through collaboration.
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Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Suria among Malays 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis The 16th edition of “Pesta Perdana” celebrates the pursuit of artistic excellence and honours remarkable 1 media practitioners for their resilience and creativity. A Pesta Perdana Variety total of 27 categories are presented, along with 3 most-
popular award categories and a Life-Time Achievement Award. In its 11th season, “Anugerah” welcomes participation from talents aged 16-60. From the 500 contenders, 18 performers (soloists, groups, and bands) were selected 2 Anugerah 2021 Variety to compete and faces elimination in the lead up to the Grand Final, with the winner bringing home a cash prize of $25,000. A cooking reality series where culinary-challenged celebrities are invited to compete against each other 3 Masak Macam Saya Variety over a series of cooking challenges while being coached by a mentor chef.
A tight knit quirky family of three makes a great recipe for an excellent meal and a good laugh. “Lesung” is a 4 Lesung Sr 2 Information cooking show that blends traditional and modern food demonstration with a light-hearted family drama.
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on among Malays 4+ Suria
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis The programme showcases crimes solved by the Jejak Jenayah Singapore Police Force, features appeals for unsolved Information 5 (Crimewatch) cases and dispenses crime prevention advice to promote public awareness towards trending crimes. “Seribu Daya” looks into the challenges faced by various neighbourhoods and communities in Singapore and 6 beyond, as they grapple with the many problems and Seribu Daya Information issues affecting them. The spirit they show in tackling their challenges offers interesting insights worth looking into. In every episode, five contestants compete against each other across five rounds of quizzes. Contestants will
7 sabotage one another, leaving the last man standing for Sabotaj Sr 3 Variety the final round of the quiz, before he/she is declared
the winner.
Hosted by Huda Ali, this programme will test your
general knowledge in different topics. For 13 weeks, 13 8 Tuah 13 Variety groups will challenge themselves in this game show to win up to $13,000.
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Suria among Malays 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis The half hour programme analyses and dissect issues of concern to the Malay/Muslim Singaporeans - be it at the community level, national, regional or global. Apart Detik Information from raising awareness, each “Detik” episode hopes to set viewers thinking and make informed decisions on matters that can impact their lives.
“Manja” offer viewers a weekly dosage of life’s
essentials, which include food, living tips,
entertainment news, fashion styles and other life-
Manja Sr 5 Information needs. “Manja” is set to bring its most current and 10 trending happenings in Singapore, live to viewers on
Monday evenings.
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Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Vasantham among Indians 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis Pradhana Vizha 2021 celebrates the pursuit of artistic excellence and honour the best of Singapore’s Indian 1 entertainment industry for their resilience and Pradhana Vizha 2021 Variety creativity affirming the power of the arts and culture as inspiration to our community through these challenging times. Back in its 6th season, “Suvai” features 12 celebrities
and their partners vying to be the season's grand 2 Suvai Sr 6 Variety cooking champion. An epic battle of tastes as the contestants continuously outdo each other to impress resident Judge, Chef Bala. This programme showcases crimes solved by the Singapore Police Force, features appeals for unsolved Kutra Kannkaanippu Information cases and dispenses crime prevention advice to 3 (Crimewatch) promote public awareness towards trending crimes.
“Vivegam” is a fun-filled gameshow in which a family or friends in groups of three will answer a variety of 4 Vivegam Sr 3 Variety multiple-choice questions and ultimately stand a chance to walk away with a grand prize of $13,000!
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Vasantham among Indians 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis A 47-year old private hire driver and single mother, Kalaiyarasi, gets embroiled in this murder case- 5 resulting in her daughter going against all odds to save Kalaiyarasi Vayadhu 47, Drama her from the noose, her daughter's lover standing Vaagana Oothanur against her as a witness by law and an old nemesis taking her side to defend her case in court.
A non-stop live carnival from the studios fronted by Jay Nesh and Udaya with music, dance, games and 6 Vasanthathin Party! Variety lively banter.
A team of aspiring youngsters with different skill set 7 start an innovative yet unique business model. Their Unmai Kann Theduthae Drama mission is to fulfill the wishes of the dead by deleting their highly guarded secrets with a new app.
“Kaalam” is an anthology which explores various genres such as suspense, psychological thriller and science fiction whilst examining modern society, 8 Kaalam Drama particularly with regard to the unanticipated consequences of new technologies.
Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.
January 2021 to March 2021 – Top 10 Local Programmes on Vasantham among Indians 4+
Rank Programme Genre Synopsis Sakoonthala, and her husband Kaarmegam take their first steps into parenthood as they welcome their 9 firstborn, Kanmani, and set up their dream home. Fast forward 16 years later, Kanmani is now a full- CID Sakoonthala Drama fledged teenager. Along with her best friend Vanitha, they set out to become a social media stars much to Sakoonthala’s dismay.
“Irandu” is a thriller dealing with familial ties and relationships against the backdrop of twin sisters, 10 Irandu Drama Janani and Jhanvi.
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Source of Viewership Ranking: SG-TAM Source of Photo and Synopsis: meWATCH (copyright by Mediacorp) Viewership figures are based on first telecast only (i.e. repeated series/ episodes are excluded), across 3 key genres – (1) Information, (2) Variety and (3) Drama. Titles were ranked based on Average Daily Ratings according to each channel’s target demography. “Average Daily Ratings’ is the average number of viewers tuned in at any one point during the programme’s telecast across all episodes on a daily basis. *Subject to the availability of on-demand viewing options.