Kids
CN award honours ‘toon’ characters
MUMBAI: It was a night of entertainment, humour, excitement and celebration of cartoon legacy. It was also the night of mesmerising performances, laugh-out-loud gags and cartoon mega stars entertaining over 8,000 kids and parents. The occasion was the first edition of ‘Cartoon Network Super Toons Awards,’ held at MMRDA grounds, Mumbai on 8 December.
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This first of its kind award show for cartoons, ‘Cartoon Network Super Toons’ gave children the opportunity to vote for their favourite characters, shows, gags and other iconic moments from Cartoon Network. The winners were chosen after a month long on-air, digital and on-ground (via School Contact Programmes and road shows) campaign. It was during this that the kids were asked to log onto www.cartoonnetworkindia.com and vote across categories.
The ‘Cartoon Network Super Toons Award’ categories underlined the traits of the toons that make them popular with the children. Therefore, categories like Badmaash Toon, Biggest Dhamaka, Bhukkad Award, Ha Ha He He Award, Dumb Dumb Award, etc. were included in the list of awards. The biggest award for the evening was ‘CN Super Toon of the Year’ and was jointly won by Ben 10 and Kris.
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Turner International India senior director & network head – kids, south Asia Krishna Desai said, “At Turner, we have always pushed boundaries when it comes to innovative entertainment for kids and families. ‘Cartoon Network Super Toons’ gave children an interactive opportunity to not only vote for their favourite shows but also live the experience of Cartoon Network heritage at its biggest and best event yet.”
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!
