BBC Asian Network Schedule Saturday 8 August 2026

Schedule

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Early
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Late

Early
1. 00:00
  
  Desi Dancefloor Mix—British-Pakistani DJ Haashim
  
  British-Pakistani DJ Haashim is stepping into the Desi Dancefloor Mix.
2. 00:30
  
  Desi Dancefloor Mix—South Indian-American DJ Sav
  
  South Indian-American DJ Sav is stepping into the Desi Dancefloor Mix.
3. 01:00
  
  Pure Spice—DJ Manara, Dipps Bhamrah sits in
  
  Dipps Bhamrah sits in, serving up vibrant mixes and effortless blends.
4. 04:00
  
  Pure Spice—Takeover, DJ HV Salutes Karan Aujla!
  
  DJ HV brings the hits and a Karan Aujla’s 10in10 celebration.
5. 05:00
  
  Asian Network Bollywood—Bollywood Sing-Along Anthems, with Haroon Rashid
  
  The best feel-good Bollywood anthems to get you singing and dancing for an hour!
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Morning
1. 06:00
  
  The Everyday Hustle—Sabrina: Being an influencer
  
  In the second of a two part special, Sabrina discusses being an influencer with Harleen.
2. 06:30
  
  The Everyday Hustle—Family businesess: Rhea Agarwal
  
  Rhea Agarwal chats to Harleen Nottay about growing up and working in a family business.
3. 07:00
  
  Asian Network Motivation—with Ramzan Miah - The People Around You
  
  Ramzan Miah explores how the people around you shape who you become.
4. 08:00
  
  Asian Network Breakfast—with SMASHBengali
  
  SMASHBengali brings Guess the Gibberish and spins CAPS and Gurinder Gill.
5. 10:00
  
  Asian Network Certified—with SMASHBengali
  
  SMASHBengali spins music from The Doorbeen, Jonita Gandhi and CAPS.
6. 11:00
  
  Vallisa—Will you be Lost in Bollywood?
  
  Lost in Bollywood is back! Plus, have you ever experienced a Desi Destination Wedding?
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Afternoon
1. 14:00
  
  Asian Network Certified Throwbacks—with Vallisa
  
  From Aaliyah to Abhijeet, Shreya Ghoshal to Serani - it's Certified Throwbacks in the mix!
2. 15:00
  
  Gura—Something You’re Not Ashamed Of, But Others Might Be
  
  What's something you do that you're not ashamed of but know it can be seen as shameful?
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Evening
1. 18:00
  
  Kizzi—Kizzi's kickstarting your Saturday night in style!
  
  The ultimate Saturday evening warm-up on BBC Asian Network.
2. 21:00
  
  Pure Spice—DJ Manara, Spice Sessions
  
  DJ Manara takes you through three hours of pure flavour with Spice Sessions.
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Late
1. 00:00
  
  Pure Spice—Takeover, Bhangra Blends!
  
  DJ HV goes in the mix highlighting some of the best Bhangra edits and blends!
2. 01:00
  
  Kizzi—Saturday night energy with Kizzi!
  
  The ultimate Saturday evening warm-up on BBC Asian Network.
3. 04:00
  
  Asian Network's Club Hit Squad Mix—Grooves and garage
  
  Dee and Rav are giving you garage and good vibes in this 30 minute mix.
4. 04:30
  
  Asian Network's Club Hit Squad Mix—Afro Desi takeover!
  
  Kizzi’s stepping into the mix this week bringing the Summer heat with an Afro Desi Fusion!
5. 05:00
  
  Asian Network Celebrates—Kamal Haasan
  
  Asian Network celebrates another amazing Asian artist.