Rohit Sharma New Show Name and Format
Cricket icon Rohit Sharma is set for his grand television debut with 'Family Full House with Rohit Sharma', a new family entertainment show premiering on September 19, 2026. Broadcast on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV, the program features the 39-year-old former India captain as host.
Indian cricket sensation and former captain, Rohit Sharma, is gearing up for a significant new innings, this time off the pitch, with his maiden foray into television entertainment. Sony Pictures Networks India officially announced on Monday, August 31, 2026, that the 39-year-old will headline a new family entertainment show titled 'Family Full House with Rohit Sharma,' set to premiere on September 19, 2026. Rohit Sharma Retirement: Ace Batter Reportedly Agreed to Retire Despite Being 'Angry.
Rohit Sharma Begins Shooting
Family Full House with Rohit Sharma
Known for his formidable cricketing career, including leading India to the 2024 T20 World Cup title and being part of the 2025 Champions Trophy-winning campaign, Sharma's move into mainstream television marks a notable expansion of his public persona. The show is positioned as a broad-based family entertainer, designed to appeal to viewers across all age groups, bringing a different, lighter side of the 'Hitman' to his massive fan base.
Show Format
While specific details regarding the exact format, episode count, duration, co-hosts, or guests remain officially under wraps, 'Family Full House with Rohit Sharma' is described as a non-scripted, reality-style program. Promos released earlier in the year heavily leveraged Sharma's viral on-field dialogue, 'Koi bhi garden mein nahi ghumega' (Nobody will stroll in the garden).
Although segment rundowns remain confidential, the broadcaster is expected to position the show as a brand-safe, unscripted prime-time family property. It aims to capitalise on his appeal and viral catchphrases, using his candid, humorous persona to drive broad demographic engagement. Sony Pictures Networks India is banking on Sharma's widespread popularity and his strong connection with family audiences to make this one of its biggest entertainment launches of the year. Rohit Sharma Begins Shooting for ‘Family Full House’ Ahead of TV Debut on Sony TV.
Where to Watch
The highly anticipated show will be available across multiple platforms, ensuring wide accessibility for fans across India:
| Platform | Availability |
|---|---|
| Television | Sony Entertainment Television (SET) |
| Streaming | Sony LIV (India) |
Rohit Sharma 's Transition Beyond Cricket
This television debut comes at a time when Sharma has already announced his retirement from Test cricket in 2025 and T20 cricket in 2024, continuing only as an ODI player. Despite persistent speculation about his future in the 50-over format, the former India captain has continued to deliver strong performances, including a recent century (138 runs) against England in an ODI series in July 2026, where he amassed 175 runs in three matches at an average of 58.33. His career ODI stats boast 11,895 runs across 288 matches, with an average of 48.95 and 34 centuries.
With 'Family Full House with Rohit Sharma,' the focus shifts from batting averages and strike rates to a different kind of performance, as the beloved cricketer embraces a new challenge in the entertainment world, promising an engaging experience for his legion of admirers.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 03, 2026 01:45 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).