Mumbai, July 08, 2026: Sony BBC Earth, India’s destination for premium factual entertainment, invites audiences into the heart of Africa’s wild with the premiere of Kingdom, an extraordinary wildlife drama chronicling the emotional real-life stories of four charismatic animal families living in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley. The six part series premieres on 20th July 2026 and will air Monday to Saturday at 1 PM and 9 PM, only on Sony BBC Earth.
Filmed over four years, Kingdom captures every dramatic twist and turn in the interconnected lives of the valley’s most powerful predators and survivors. From moments of triumph and tenderness to heartbreak and rivalry, the series offers an intimate look at the relentless fight for survival in one of Africa’s most breathtaking wildernesses.
At the centre of the story is a mother leopard and her growing cubs as they navigate the dangers of the wild, while a wild dog queen rises to power against all odds. The series also follows hyenas whose clan battles for dominance while revealing surprising moments of gentleness and loyalty. Meanwhile, a lioness and her inexperienced pride strive to reclaim the control their ancestors once held over the valley.
With cinematic storytelling and unprecedented access to the lives of these animals, Kingdom showcases the raw emotion, intelligence, and resilience that define the natural world. Set against the stunning backdrop of Zambia’s Luangwa Valley, the series delivers a gripping narrative that blurs the line between wildlife documentary and epic drama.
Over the years, Sony BBC Earth has brought audiences globally acclaimed and visually stunning stories that celebrate the wonders of the planet. Kingdom continues this legacy with an immersive viewing experience that captures the beauty, unpredictability, and emotional depth of life in the wild.
Watch ‘Kingdom’, premiering 20th July, airing Monday to Saturday at 1 PM and 9 PM, only on Sony BBC Earth!
About Sony BBC Earth:
Sony BBC Earth is a premium factual entertainment channel in India that brings together the storytelling expertise of the BBC Studios and the distribution strength of the Sony Pictures Networks India. Launched in 2017, the channel is known for showcasing high-quality documentaries and natural history programming that explore wildlife, science, technology, and the wonders of the planet. Sony BBC Earth features globally acclaimed series such as Planet Earth II, Blue Planet II, and Dynasties, offering viewers visually stunning storytelling and deep insights into nature and human innovation. With its “Feel Alive” philosophy, the channel aims to inspire curiosity and appreciation for the natural world through immersive and educational content.
About Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited (formerly known as Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited):
Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited (SPNI) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, Japan.
A leading media and entertainment conglomerate, SPNI comprises 29 Premium Channels in both SD and HD formats, including leading Hindi General Entertainment Television Channels – Sony Entertainment Television; Sony SAB and Sony PAL; Marathi General Entertainment Channel – Sony Marathi; Bangla General Entertainment Channel – Sony AATH; Hindi Movie Channels – Sony MAX, Sony MAX 1, Sony MAX 2 and Sony WAH; renowned destination for sports fans – Sony Sports Network comprising Sony Sports Ten 1, Sony Sports Ten 2, Sony Sports Ten 3, Sony Sports Ten 4, Sony Sports Ten 5; Kids Entertainment Channel – Sony YAY!; English Movie Channel – Sony PIX; Factual Entertainment Channel – Sony BBC Earth; Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) channel in the US and Canada – Sony KAL; Digital entertainment OTT platform – Sony LIV and the independent production venture for original content and IPs for TV and digital media – Studio NEXT. This Network reaches out to over 700 million viewers in India and is available in over 150 countries.
Recognised as an employer of choice within and outside the media industry, SPNI is a recipient of several awards, including India’s Best Companies to Work For 2021 by the Great Place to Work® Institute, India, Exemplars of Inclusion in AVTAR & Seramount’s Most Inclusive Companies Index 2024 and listed as one of the 100 Best Companies for Women in India for eight consecutive years by AVTAR & Seramount. In recognition of the company’s unique workplace culture and exceptional people practices SPNI won the ET Future Skills 2024 for Best Learning Program Supporting Change Transformation Business Strategy, and the TISS LeapVault CLO Awards 2024 for Best Employee Engagement Program and Best Games Based Learning Program.
SPNI is in its 31st year of operations in India. Besides having overseas subsidiaries, it has a subsidiary MSM-Worldwide Factual Media Private Limited, and an affiliate, Bangla Entertainment Private Limited in India.
