Kids
Zee Learn reports lowered results for Q2-2015
BENGALURU: The Essel group’s education company Zee Learn Limited (Zee Learn) reported lowered results for Q2-2015. Total Income from operations (TIO) for Q2-2015 at Rs 22.76 crore was 39 per cent less than the Rs 37.30 crore in the immediate trailing quarter and 4.8 per cent lower than the Rs 23.91 crore in the corresponding year ago quarter. For HY-2015, Zee Learn’s TIO at Rs 60.06 crore was 4.6 per cent higher than the Rs 57.43 crore in HY-2014.
Note: 100,00,000 = 100 Lakhs = 10 million = 1 crore
PAT for Q2-2015 at Rs 1.14 crore (5 per cent of TIO) was 68 per cent lower than the Rs 3.56 crore (9.6 per cent of TIO) in Q1-2015 and 2.13 times the Rs 0.54 crore (2.2 per cent of TIO) in Q2-2014. For HY-2015 PAT at Rs 4.7 crore (7.8 per cent of TIO) was 24.4 per cent higher than the Rs 3.78 crore (6.6 per cent of TIO) in HY-2014.
Zee Learn’s Total expenditure (TE) in Q2-2015 at Rs 19.18 crore (84.3 per cent of TIO) was 38.5 per cent lower than the Rs 31.17 crore (83.6 per cent of TIO) in Q1-2015 and 14 per cent lower than the Rs 22.31 crore (93.3 per cent of TIO) in Q2-2014. HY-2015 TE at Rs 50.35 crore (83.8 per cent of TIO) was 3.8 per cent lower than the Rs 52.36 crore (91.2 per cent of TIO) in HY-2014.
The company’s marketing, advertisement and publicity expense (marketing expense) in Q2-2015 at Rs 1.58 crore (6.9 per cent of TIO) was 36.3 per cent less than the Rs 2.47 crore (6.6 per cent of TIO) in Q1-2015 and 16.7 per cent lower than the Rs 1.89 crore (7.9 per cent of TIO) in Q2-2014. Marketing expense in HY-2015 at Rs 4.05 crore (6.7 per cent of TIO) was 26.3 per cent lower than the Rs 5.49 crore (9.6 per cent of TIO) in HY-2014.
Employee Benefit Expense (EBE) for Q2-2015 at Rs 5.84 crore (25.7 per cent of TIO) was 13.2 per cent lower than the Rs 6.73 crore (18 per cent of TIO) and 22.2 per cent lower than the Rs 7.51 crore in Q2-2014. EBE for HY-2015 at Rs 12.57 crore (20.9 per cent of TIO) was 20.6 per cent lower than the Rs 15.82 crore (27.5 per cent of TIO) in HY-2014.
Operating cost in Q2-2015 at Rs 0.51 crore (2.2 per cent of TIO) was 24.5 per cent lower than the Rs 0.68 crore (1.8 per cent of TIO) and 37.3 per cent lower than the Rs 0.82 crore (3.4 per cent of TIO) In HY-2015, operating cost at Rs 1.19 crore (2 per cent of TIO) was 25.7 per cent lower than the Rs 1.60 crore (2.8 per cent of TIO) in HY-2014.
Depreciation and amortisation expense (depreciation) in Q2-2015 at Rs 1.67 crore (7.4 per cent of TIO) was 15 per cent lower than the Rs 1.97 crore (5.3 per cent of TIO) in Q1-2015 and 4.6 per cent lower than the Rs 1.75 crore (7.3 per cent of TIO) in Q2-2014. HY-2015 depreciation at Rs 3.62 crore (6 per cent of TIO) was 10.2 per cent more than the Rs 3.29 crore (5.7 percent of TIO) in HY-2014.
Other expense in Q2-2015 at Rs 5.49 crore (24.1 per cent of TIO) was 8.2 per cent lower than the Rs 5.98 crore (16 per cent of TIO) in Q1-2015 and 0.8 per cent more than the Rs 5.45 crore (22.8 per cent of TIO) in Q2-2014. Operating cost in HY-2015 at Rs 11.35 crore (18.9 per cent of TIO) was 1 per cent lower than the Rs 11.47 crore (20 per cent of TIO) in HY-2014.
Kids
Sony YAY! launches ‘House of Masti’ to celebrate 20 years of Shin chan
Comedian Kiku Sharda joins the fun with a special rap track as the mischievous icon returns to Indian TV.
MUMBAI: Shin chan is back and this time, he’s bringing the whole house of masti with him! Sony YAY!, India’s leading kids’ entertainment channel, has unveiled ‘House of Masti’, a specially curated programming block to mark 20 years of the iconic animated series Shin chan on Indian television. The campaign transforms the beloved character’s mischievous world into a fresh, high-energy viewing experience. It features new episodes, fan-favourite moments, and themed programming stunts, all designed to stand out from regular broadcasts.
Adding extra sparkle to the celebration, popular comedian Kiku Sharda has joined the campaign. He anchors the integration with a lively rap track titled ‘Shin chan ka YAY! Dhamaal’, infusing contemporary music and humour into the beloved series.
Sony YAY! business head of kids and animation Ambesh Tiwari said, “Over the past 20 years, Shin chan has built a strong and enduring connection with audiences in India. With ‘House of Masti’, we are celebrating this milestone through a differentiated, campaign-led experience. Kiku Sharda and the rap track add a fun, high-energy layer that will resonate with today’s kids and families.”
Starting 27 April, viewers can enjoy the World Television Premiere of Shin chan along with new episodes and an exciting lineup of blockbuster movies on Sony YAY!.
By blending nostalgia with fresh, engaging content, Sony YAY! is ensuring that the cheeky, laughter-filled adventures of Shin chan continue to entertain and connect with new generations across the country.
In a world full of serious cartoons, Shin chan remains delightfully naughty and with ‘House of Masti’, Sony YAY! is making sure his brand of chaos stays as fresh and fun as ever. Get ready for some serious masti!
