Filmmaker’s Astonishing Decades-Long Journey Tracking Tigers

9pm, BBC Two

Tigers have a unique way of captivating people, and Valmik Thapar’s documentary illustrates this vividly. Titled “My Tiger Family,” this deeply personal film traces Thapar’s lifelong devotion to the majestic creatures. Decades ago, he left Delhi for the tiger reserve in Ranthambore, northern India, and never returned. Instead, he dedicated his life to documenting the tigers as they grew, had families, faced the threat of poachers, and ultimately thrived. The documentary serves as a moving testament to a lifetime spent closely observing and protecting one of the world’s most magnificent animals.

8.30pm, BBC Two

University Challenge returns for another year. As always, new hopeful undergraduates test their mettle in this long-running, intellectual quiz show. This season kicks off with Amol Rajan in the presenter’s chair as students from Queen’s University Belfast go head-to-head against a team from the University of Liverpool.

9pm, ITV1

Long Lost Family delves into the emotional stories of two women seeking their siblings. Tracey Boyle starts her quest to find her brother after her mother reveals his existence following a hospital stay. Liz Allward, adopted as a baby, always felt she had a sister and embarks on a journey to confirm and meet her newfound family member.

9pm, Channel 4

The intricacies of London’s trauma care system are showcased in the return of “Emergency”. This insightful documentary series explores the life-saving decisions made daily in one of the world’s most critical emergency medical systems. The episode starts with a case involving a person whose leg has been crushed by a bus, exposing the complex process of emergency medical response.

9pm, Channel 5

Forensics: Murder Scene offers a closer look at the meticulous work of a forensics team collaborating with West Yorkshire police. In the premiere episode, the team investigates the brutal stabbing of a woman in Leeds. It reveals the painstaking efforts required to gather crucial evidence and assist detectives in solving violent crimes.

10pm, BBC Two

Mia, the ex-model who once lived a high-flying New York City life, finds herself at a pivotal moment in “Spent”. After leaving behind her glamorous yet bankrupt existence, Mia engages in selfless acts, cherishes family time, and experiences romantic breakthroughs. However, she faces a tempting opportunity to escape her unresolved issues, making for an irresistible conclusion to one of the year’s standout comedies.

11.05pm, BBC Two

The Sense of an Ending, directed by Ritesh Batra and released in 2017, features Jim Broadbent in a role that perfectly suits his characteristic gentle confusion. He plays Tony, a semi-retired, divorced father living in passive contentment. His life is disrupted when he inherits a mysterious diary from his ex-lover’s mother, leading him to revisit past friendships and romances that aren’t as he remembered. The film, a reflective tale of self-realization, is supported by stellar performances from Harriet Walter and Charlotte Rampling.

Source: The Guardian