Kids
Cartoon Network to premiere ‘Camp Lazlo’ on 12 February
MUMBAI: Cartoon Network will be launching Camp Lazlo, a weekly Sunday morning show on 12 February. The Cartoon Network Studio Productions’ animated series Camp Lazlo revolves around a monkey – Lazlo.
In sync with Cartoon Network’s overall localisation strategy, Camp Lazlo has been completely Indianised by carefully introducing Indian nuances and touches to each of the characters through voicing by Indian artistes.
The series is all about Lazlo, who wreaks good-natured havoc on his highly structured summer home, Camp Kidney.
His friendly mischief-making, wacky camp shenanigans and a budding, confusing relationship with a very cute mongoose named Patsy Smiles drive the action in the new series from Joe Murray, creator of Rocko’s Modern Life.
The half hour 26-episode animated comedy series will be aired every Sunday at 9:30 am on Cartoon Network.
In an Indianised version specifically languaged for India, Lazlo is a natural-born non-conformist who joins the camp from Mumbai.
His attitude is very much of a Mumbai school boy, with a great imagination and optimistic spirit. He lives in Jelly Cabin with his pals and co-conspirators Raj, a reluctant, compulsive Indian elephant, and Clam, an eccentric, misfit, genius, albino South Indian pygmy rhino.
Together this trio turns to eager persuasion and good-natured meddling when it comes to things like finding buried treasure, saving a rare giant mulberry tree, staking out the best mud puddle and managing to create trouble for Scoutmaster Lumpus, retired Punjabi Colonel up on a date.
Sometimes Lazlo’s fellow Bean Scouts, like Edward the Platypus, the Dung Beetles, the Loon Brothers and Samson the Guinea Pig, join him; other times, it’s just Lazlo along with Raj and Clamand the rest of the Jelly Cabin habitués fighting the good fight. Adding to the tension in Bean Scout Camp is the fact that just across the lake are their natural rivals, the girls of Squirrel Scout Camp.
“Kids love adventure! And what better way to showcase this than a show that chronicles the excitement and adventures of a camping life in the great outdoors! In keeping with Cartoon Network’s tradition of showcasing the very best of programming, to beat the summer heat Cartoon Network’s weekend offering, Camp Lazlo, is sure to rivet kids to their seats every Sunday through its distinctive characters, comic situations and enjoyable story-plots. With Camp Lazlo, we will be looking at strengthening our existing line up, which boasts the Indian production of Akbar & Birbal, and other classics including Tom & Jerry and Baby Looney Tunes,” said Cartoon Network, India and South Asia senior programming manager Vishnu Athreya.
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!
