# Rai television program Domenica In relaunch

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rai-television-program-domenica-in-relaunch
> Updated: 2026-08-19T23:16:06.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Italian variety show ‘Domenica In’ is preparing for a new season on Rai 1, scheduled to premiere on September 27. Hosted by Mara Venier, the upcoming season intends to innovate its long-standing format by introducing new segments, such as ‘Il Pranzo della Domenica’, which will connect with Italian families during lunchtime to share personal stories.

In preparation for the launch, a self-deprecating promotional sketch was released featuring Venier and Angelo Mellone, Rai’s Director of Daytime Entertainment. The video humorously addresses long-running jokes regarding Venier’s previous statements about her intention to retire from the program. Despite these recurring claims, Venier remains the show’s host, a presence described by journalist Mario Manca as being ‘a step ahead of many of her colleagues’.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-19: Mara Venier stars in new self-deprecating promo for Domenica In

Mara Venier features in a new, self-deprecating promo for ‘Domenica In’ that jokes about her repeated claims of retiring from the Rai program.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mara-venier-stars-in-new-self-deprecating-promo-for-domenica-in

### 2026-08-19: Domenica In returns with Mara Venier and new segments

Mara Venier returns to host the new season of Rai 1’s Domenica In starting September 27, featuring a new segment called ‘Il Pranzo della Domenica’ and a focus on celebrity interviews.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/domenica-in-returns-with-mara-venier-and-new-segments

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