James May lands two new Prime Video series

The TV star has also lined up a second series of his cooking show

James May experienced the Holi festival during filming. (Amazon Prime Video)
James May experienced the Holi festival during filming. (Amazon Prime Video)

James May is heading to India for the third instalment of his Our Man In… series.

The Top Gear and Grand Tour star already explored Japan and Italy for Amazon's Prime Video travel documentary series.

And his next adventure will take him on an epic journey across 3,000 miles of the Indian subcontinent, visiting places like Mumbai, Kolkata and Udaipur, where he experiences the colourful Holi festival.

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May is also set to continue his gastronomical adventures in the kitchen as he attempts to make cuisines from around the world in the second series of Oh Cook!

James May: Our Man In Italy S2. (Prime Video)
James May previously explored Italy for the series. (Prime Video)

The programme will continue the TV star's journey from kitchen klutz to capable cook, as he takes on an array of mouth-watering dishes.

May, 60, said that he couldn’t wait to get stuck in.

“I’ve been to India before, and it’s mesmerising,” he said.

Speaking before he headed off for filming, he said: "I can’t wait to go back for series three of Our Man In…

“And for Oh Cook! fans, it’s also the perfect opportunity to perfect my daal.”

James May: Our Man In Italy S2. (Prime Video)
James May tries local activities in the Our Man In... shows. (Prime Video)

Dan Grabiner, head of Originals, UK & Northern Europe, Prime Video said viewers had decided India would be perfect for May's travels.

“We asked Our Man In… fans what they would like to see next, and this fabulous journey was the clear favourite," he explained.

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"We can’t wait to get James and the team back out there for another adventure.”

May has now started filming in India and the show will launch in early 2024.

The second series of Oh Cook! will be launched on 24 May this year.

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