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Engaging content: Akbar Birbal folklore completes 500 episodes
MUMBAI: Big Magic is all set to create a new benchmark with the completion of 500 episodes of its marquee show Har Mushkil Ka Hal Akbar Birbal.
The flagship show which features famous actors Kiku Sharda and Vishal Kotian in the titular roles of Akbar and Birbal, respectively, gained popularity within a short span of time and won the hearts of millions. India’s first-ever historical comedy aired its 500 episode on 26 September 2016.
The show, launched in 2014, presents the folklore of Akbar and Birbal in the most humorous way. Through its interesting and engaging content, the show has not only redefined the comedy genre, but also pioneered a new genre in itself – historical comedy.
On the successful completion of 500 episodes, a Big Magic spokesperson said, “It is a moment of pride for the entire Big Magic family, as we thank the audience for showing so much love and appreciation towards Har Mushkil Ka Hal Akbar Birbal and its characters. The achievement is a result of the combination of great teamwork, and more importantly great content. With every passing episode and season, we strive to formulate engaging content which ensures an enjoyable experience for the viewers. Through ‘Har Mushkil Ka Hal Akbar Birbal’, we hope to continue catering to the entertainment needs of a large and steadily growing audience base in future as well.”
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Samsung TV Plus launches Kings of Comedy channel
New free FAST channel brings iconic Hindi comedy shows to millions of Samsung Smart TV owners.
MUMBAI: Samsung TV Plus has just turned up the laughter volume and it’s completely free. The leading free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) service in India has launched Kings of Comedy, a premium comedy channel featuring some of the country’s most beloved primetime shows. Available exclusively on Samsung TV Plus, the channel delivers back-to-back hits including Comedy Nights with Kapil, Khatra Khatra Khatra, and Comedy Nights Bachao, with no login or subscription required.
The launch marks a milestone for free streaming in India, offering audiences a dedicated comedy destination directly from their Samsung TV home screen. It arrives as Samsung TV Plus India celebrates its 5th anniversary, during which the service has grown its monthly active users by 42 per cent and more than doubled its total viewing hours. The platform now offers over 180 free channels across 14 languages.
Samsung TV Plus India general manager and head of business development Kunal Mehta said, “Comedy is the heartbeat of Hindi entertainment, and Kings of Comedy brings together the shows Indians already love, completely free on their Samsung TV. Our focus remains the same take the content people know and make it effortless to access.”
Globally, Samsung TV Plus has surpassed 100 million monthly active users across more than 4,500 channels, solidifying its position as one of the world’s leading free streaming services.
Kings of Comedy is now available on all compatible Samsung Smart TVs. For viewers seeking non-stop laughter without any cost, this new channel delivers a royal treat proving that sometimes the best entertainment really does come with no strings (or subscriptions) attached.
