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Alpha Punjabi show ‘Aaj Da Rashiphal’ completes 1000 episodes
MUMBAI: One of the most popular programmes on Alpha Punjabi, Aaj Da Rashiphal is nearing its 1000 episodes. Aaj Da Rashiphal is a daily show centered on the enigma called the Zodiac. The programme is telecast at 8:30 am from Monday to Saturday on Alpha TV Punjabi.
During this half an hour programme the famous pandit Pawan Sharma unveils several subjects like the mysteries behind the sun-signs, how the day would be for different zodiac signs and also gives advice based on the queries sent in by the viewers. The programme was started around three and half years back, informs an official release.
According to Alpha TV Punjabi business head , “The completion of 1000 episodes of Aaj Da Rashiphal has become possible only because of the viewers whose immense response always motivated our team to do better.”
Says Alpha TV Punjabi VP programming Rajiee M Shinde, “The popularity of the programme can be measured from this fact that everyday the channel receives around 200 letters, 50 e-mails and 8-10 phone calls addressed to this programme. Though the queries range from buying a new flat to staring a new business but mostly the queries revolve around marriage, settling abroad and getting a new job especially government job”.
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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.
