Kids
Cartoon Network lines up new shows for summer
MUMBAI: This summer, Cartoon Network is all geared up to entertain kids. The channel will be launching a new Cartoon Network Original (CNO) series called Uncle Grandpa, premiering a new Bayblade series as well as the final installment of the Kid Krrish movie franchise.
Uncle Grandpa will air every Sunday at 10.30 am and will launch on 26 April. Uncle Grandpa travels around the world with his right-hand man – Belly Bag, a giant realistic flying tiger named Giant Realistic Flying Tiger, an egotistical slice of pizza called Pizza Steve and Mr. Gus, a dinosaur person.
Indian superhero Kid Krrish is back on the channel in his final telefilm called Kid Krrish: Shakalaka Africa. The movie will be aired on 25 April at 12 pm. In his biggest adventure yet, Kid Krrish must align with Jadoo and the alien army force to find and retrieve intergalactic talismans of power buried in Africa before Dr. Para gets his hands on them.
Cartoon Network will also launch a new Beyblade series called Shogun Steel, which will air every Sunday at 9 pm.
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!
