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ALTBalaji woos subscribers with #MarchingToALT campaign
KOLKATA: ALTBalaji has rolled out a new initiative to keep their audience engaged and convert them into yearly subscribers. While March 2020 changed people's lives most unexpectedly, the OTT platform is making sure that March 2021 isn't the same for the audience, and is filled with surprises and unlimited entertainment.
With more than 74 Hindi originals on offer at a pricing of Rs 300/year for a subscription, ALTBalaji is the most affordable OTT platform in the country. To make March interesting, the platform has also planned robust gratification ideas for their new subscribers in weekly contests and exquisite gifts.
The token of appreciation starts with subscribers getting an opportunity to meet their favourite star, television hunk Sidharth Shukla. Winners also get a chance to send personalised bytes for their loved ones via Tring, a platform for connecting fans to their favourite celebrities. Five lucky subscribers also get beautiful personalised hampers from ALTBalaji. The bonus gratification goes up to the extent of an all-expense-paid trip to a chosen destination.
ALTBalaji marketing, direct revenue & analytics SVP Divya Dixit shared, "The past one year has been challenging and daunting. Hence, we made sure we make this March special for our subscribers as a special gesture using these unique gratifications. We have seen a tremendous subscriber growth in this past quarter and want to express our gratitude as well as welcome new subscribers to the ALTBalaji family via #MarchingToALT".
ALTBalaji has launched many fantastic shows like Coldd Lassi Aur Chicken Masala, Dev DD, Verdict, Code M, Dil Hi Toh Hai, Mentalhood, Who's Your Daddy?, Baarish Season 2, Kehne Ko Humsafar Hain Season 3, Bebaakee, MumBhai, Bicchoo Ka Khel, Dark7White, Paurashpur, Crashh, and LSD – Love, Scandal & Doctors, to name a few.
For the upcoming year, ALTBalaji has an exciting pipeline consisting of multiple shows such as The Married Woman, Apharan 2, Broken But Beautiful 3, The Test Case 2, Puncch Beat Season 2, His Storyy, Cartel, Main Hero Boll Raha Hu, Class of 2020 Season 2, Code M 2 and many more. Each of these new shows is a high-octane drama which the audience can binge-watch.
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Netflix launches Playground app to bring games and interactive play for kids
Interactive games, fresh series and returning favourites aim to blend play and learning
MUMBAI: Netflix is doubling down on kids entertainment with a major expansion of its family-friendly slate, anchored by the launch of Netflix Playground, a new interactive app designed to blend play with storytelling.
Aimed at children aged eight and under, the app allows young viewers to engage with familiar characters from shows like Peppa Pig and Sesame Street through games and activities, all within a safe, ad-free environment. The app is already live in select markets and is set for a wider global rollout later this month.
The move signals Netflix’s push to turn passive viewing into a more immersive experience. Alongside the app, the platform has unveiled a mix of new titles and returning favourites, including fresh episodes of Trash Truck and The Creature Cases, as well as a new preschool series, Young MacDonald. Popular titles such as CoComelon Lane and Ms. Rachel are also set to expand with new seasons and episodes.
Speaking about the strategy, Netflix vice president of animation series and kids and family tv John Derderian said, “We’re building a world where kids can not only watch their favourite stories, they can step inside them and interact with their favourite characters. We’re creating a seamless destination for discovery, learning, and play.”
The expanded offering also leans heavily on convenience for parents, with offline access, curated content, and robust parental controls designed to ensure a safe and tailored viewing experience. Features such as profile locks, content filters, and activity tracking aim to give families greater control while allowing children to explore independently.
The timing is strategic. Kids and preschool content has emerged as one of Netflix’s most-watched categories in recent years, making it a key battleground in the streaming wars. By combining games, education, and entertainment, the platform is looking to deepen engagement and build long-term loyalty among younger audiences.
With interactive play now joining its content arsenal, Netflix is not just streaming stories but inviting kids to step inside them, turning screen time into something a little more hands-on.
