Popular television presenter Sue Perkins will host a revolutionary new game show, ‘Double the Money’, where pairs of ordinary people are challenged over several weeks to go out in the real world and double their money in a race to win a hefty cash sum.
Joining the illustrious line-up are two British Indian female professionals, iGlobal columnist and nutritionist Radhika Howarth and storyteller Seema Anand. They were confident their friendship will help them navigate the tricky trials for the series which launches on Channel 4 on May 9.
The show will involve pairs of contestants come together on day one to receive a modest starting pot of seed money. As soon as they receive the cash the clock starts ticking and their mission is clear: double the money within the next exhilarating few hours or face elimination from the game.
While Howarth and Anand cannot divulge much at this stage of the game, the duo takes us behind-the-scenes to give some insights into their life-changing experience on the series which was shot last year.
What drew you to join the show?
Well, we could not resist the thrill of a challenge and the chance to have an absolute blast! It's an amazing opportunity to proudly represent Indian women on an international platform, especially those of our age, and break down stereotypes along the way.
And hey, let's not forget the excitement of potentially earning some extra cash while making unforgettable memories. Joining this show was simply too good to pass up.
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What was the experience like; did you learn something about yourselves in the process?
Our experience on the show has been nothing short of exhilarating and unforgettable. From the moment we stepped onto the set, the energy was electrifying, and we were swept up in the excitement of the challenges and camaraderie.
Working alongside Sue Perkins has been an absolute delight, filled with laughter and shared moments of triumph. We've pushed ourselves beyond our limits, tackled unexpected obstacles, and grown both personally and professionally through this incredible journey. Each day on set has been a new adventure, and we've formed bonds with fellow contestants that will last a lifetime.
It's been an honour to represent Indian women, challenge stereotypes, and showcase our resilience and determination on a global stage. This experience has truly been a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that has left an indelible mark on us.
What happens with all the money you collectively made
We're looking forward to enjoying and having fun with our earnings. Our plan is to indulge in travel and explore places. There's no big agenda to save or share — this is our well-deserved money to spend on ourselves because we truly believe that we are worth it.
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Your message for audience, why should they tune in?
So many people dream of doing something like this, but always feel that perhaps they’re not “right” for it; our inhibitions hold us back. We want everyone to know that nothing is impossible, nothing is beyond your grasp. All you need is the desire to do it.
Watch us to see how, as two British Indian women, we tackled business challenges and rolled with the punches because where there’s a will there’s a way. Whatever your age or background, we want you to know there’s nothing you can’t do. Let's celebrate age and wisdom alongside youth and beauty together. Your viewership means the world to us!
