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Channel 7 introduces three new infotainment shows
MUMBAI: Off late news channels are exploring innovative ways for garnering extra eye balls. Channel 7 seems to be moving very hard into infotainment programming by adding a new dimension to regular news
The channel is set to launch three new infotainment features namely Lakshya, Raj-Ki-Niti and Ye Safar hai Suhana.
Daily half-an-hour show Lakshya will feature career and employment aspects, while Raj-Ki-Niti, another daily half-an-hour show, will cover the stories on the top political news. Ye Safar hai Suhana, a weekly half an hour show, which will beam within news bulletins as daily news segments on travel destinations and holiday activities.
These new shows are targeted at making the content offering from Channel 7 complete in every aspect for they go beyond regular news reportage, in a statement issued by Channel 7.
The channel will also air a special series IIFA Safar, covering the IIFA awards to be held in Amsterdam on 11 June.
“Today, news channels have started adding a lot of value to their news based programmes such that they appeal to all section of its viewers. Channel 7, the latest news Channel has taken the lead when it comes to features and infotainment programming. The balanced mix of news bulletins and features from Channel 7 provides viewers with not just information but wholesome entertainment as is the trend today” says Channel 7 director Siddhartha Gupta.
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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.
