GECs
Colors Kannada unveils new fiction series ‘Chukki Taare’
Mumbai: Colors Kannada, a frontrunner in the Kannada GEC market, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest fiction series, “Chukki Taare,” set to premiere on 18 March at 6 PM, airing Monday through Saturday exclusively on Colors Kannada.
Presented by Sparsh Masala as special partner, “Chukki Taare” revolves around the endearing friendship between Chukki and Ibbani, two young girls from vastly different backgrounds. Despite societal and familial barriers, their bond blossoms into a heartwarming tale of innocence, friendship, and the pursuit of freedom.
Colors Kannada business head Prashanth Nayak expressed his excitement, stating, “We present this complete family entertainment show to our viewers with utmost pride. Colors Kannada has always brought interesting stories based on family values and bonding, be it Kendasampige (siblings), Bhagyalakshmi (mother in-law and daughter in-law), Ramachari (an ideal man), Shree Gowri (Mother-son) and Karimani (father-daughter), we have always been successful in covering a gamut of emotions. We are now adding a new emotion to our list, that is friendship. Friendship is beyond barriers of caste, creed, status, and other systemic structures. After Kinnari, we are back with a heartwarming story that is based on children. We are very confident that our audiences will embrace the beautiful bond of Chukki-Taare just like our unbreakable bond with our audiences.”
Chukki, a spirited child unaware of her ailment, is lovingly shielded by her father, Mallikarjuna, from the harsh realities of life. Meanwhile, Ibbani, born into a wealthy family, finds herself ensnared in the expectations of her ambitious aunt, Yashodha Desai. As their paths intertwine, Chukki and Ibbani embark on a journey of self-discovery and companionship.
Featuring a stellar cast including renowned playback singer Naveen Sajju in his acting debut, along with seasoned television personalities such as Jayashree, Vishal Hegade, Radha Ramachandra, and others, “Chukki Taare” promises to captivate audiences with its poignant storytelling and compelling performances.
GECs
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.
