Kids
Cartoon Network’s ‘Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi’ to appear on DVD
MUMBAI: Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi, produced by Renegade Animation for Cartoon Network, will appear on DVD for the first time with the simultaneous release of Let’s Go! and Rock Forever! from Warner Home Video on 29 November.
The DVDs will feature “best of” episodes from the cartoon series’ first two seasons as well as backstage footage and other media. As part of the launch campaign for the new disks, Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi will be featured on their very own float in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Renegade Animation is currently in production with the third season of Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi. The series is the only animated television series currently produced entirely in the US.
Renegade Animation’s Darrell Van Citters is supervising director on the series, with Ashley Postlewaite as producer and Michael Giaimo as production designer. The series was created by Cartoon Network senior vice president Sam Register.
Renegade Animation employs a team of approximately 40 animators in the production, which features a unique blend of traditional cell and Flash animation. The show has drawn wide praise for its innovative use of Flash, design and family appeal.
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!
