Reality TV

Reality TV, short for reality television, is a genre of television programming that documents purportedly unscripted real-life situations, featuring ordinary people rather than professional actors. The format often involves various themes, including competition, relationships, and lifestyle, wherein participants are typically placed in unusual or challenging environments. Reality TV can include game shows, talent competitions, and social experiments, often emphasizing dramatic or entertaining moments. Unlike traditional scripted shows, reality TV relies on actual events, interactions, and the personalities of its participants to drive the narrative. This genre has gained immense popularity since the late 1990s and has spawned numerous sub-genres, often characterized by high levels of viewer engagement and audience participation.