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Dhoni takes ‘Panga’ in the new star sports tvc for Vivo Pro Kabaddi Season VI
MUMBAI: The season 6 of VIVO Pro Kabaddi is in the midst of some nail-biting action as every match is going down to the wire. As a call out to the fans to not miss any action, Star Sports, India’s leading sports broadcaster launches a new TVC featuring the former world cup winning captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni. MSD who’s otherwise seen stumping batsmen from behind the wicket and hammering bowlers for sixers, can be seen in a never seen before avatar as a kabaddi player in the new TVC for Vivo PKL Season VI.
The TVC opens with a usually calm and composed Dhoni going for an intensely pressure do-or-die raid, amidst cheering fans. He showcases some key kabaddi moves, including the famous dubki, followed by a leap to compete a super raid. The action on the mat then cuts to the living room, where Dhoni is seen watching VIVO Pro Kabaddi League, to reveal that the action on TV is as real and intense and one simply cannot afford to miss a single second; as mentioned by MS Dhoni in the TVC- ‘Yeh nahi dekha toh kya dekha!
Fans can catch each match LIVE, 7:30 pm onwards, on the Star Sports Network including the FTA channel Star Sports First, in Tamil on Star Sports 1 Tamil, in Kannada on Star Suvarna Plus, in Telugu on Star Maa Gold and Hotstar.
Brands
Funskool enters vehicle toy segment with Blazetrix range
Three construction themed toys priced at Rs 549 mark Made in India push.
MUMBAI: Playtime is shifting gears and it’s revving up with a distinctly desi engine. Funskool India Ltd. has rolled into the vehicle toy segment with Blazetrix, a new Made-in-India range aimed at turning passive play into hands-on action. The debut line-up under Blazetrix leans into a construction theme, introducing three models Buzz Claw, Core Crush and Iron Hook. Built around movement and interaction, the toys are designed to encourage children to build, race and experiment, blending play with motor skill development and social engagement.
But this isn’t just about toy cars with a twist. The range comes wrapped in a narrative layer, complete with storylines and visually engaging packaging, pushing the experience beyond the toy itself into a more immersive play ecosystem.
Manufactured locally, the collection reflects Funskool’s ongoing push towards domestic production while maintaining global benchmarks in safety, durability and quality. The move also aligns with a broader shift in consumer demand, where parents are increasingly looking for toys that combine entertainment with developmental value.
At a price point of Rs 549, the range is positioned as an accessible entry into a category typically dominated by international brands. The affordability, coupled with its interactive features, signals a strategy aimed at scaling quickly across urban households.
With Blazetrix, Funskool isn’t just adding a new product line, it’s stepping into a high-engagement category with a clear pitch: less screen time, more hands-on play. And if the bet pays off, the brand could well find itself driving a new lane in India’s evolving toy market.
