One of the most trending genres nowadays is reality shows. They are liked by the audience. Their TRP ratings have witnessed an exponential increase.

By, what makes them so popular? They are not pre-scripted by professional directors and authors. So, they should be boring, right? But, that's exactly what makes them popular. Indian audience has had enough of scripts. Now they want some real-time, natural performance.

Reality shows for children like DID Lil 'Champs and Indian Idol Junior arre a real boon. They help the talented, but shy kids come forward. A healthy sense of competition is inculcated in these youngsters. 

But, every coin has two sides. Participating in these shows means having children to make a compromise with their academic life. Losing can shatter their self-confidence. Moreover, this competition may sometimes take place at ugly turn.

I am no one to decide the future of reality shows. I have told you the characteristics, boons and banes. The rest is in your hands.