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Discovery India celebrates 10 years
MUMBAI: To commemorate the successful completion of ten years in India Discovery is launching a 10-day long programming bonanza for its viewers in 10 Years Of Discovery.
Featuring ten of the most successful and popular programmes aired on the channel in the last ten years, the initiative will cover the wide spectrum of Discovery Channel programmes that has satisfied the curiosity of every member of the family – young or old, male or female.
The shows that will be showcased include the Emmy winning special Raising the Mammoth and film director James Cameron’s Expedition: Bismarck. The series also features The Patiala Necklace, revealing the story behind one of the most expensive pieces of jewellery ever created by the House of Cartier, for Maharaja Sir Bhupinder Singh of Patiala.
10 Years Of Discovery will air on Discovery Channel from 10-19 October at 8 pm.
Discovery India brand director Raja Balasubramanian said, “10 Years Of Discovery brings to viewers some of the most enthralling programmes presented by Discovery over the last ten years. Besides covering the best history, science, adventure and wildlife shows from around the world, the series also features the unique story of the Patiala Necklace that has fascinated audiences worldwide”.
Discovery states that it has done important things to grow the brand over the course of the decade. These have included introducing the Hindi feed, launching the Discover India series and the distribution alliance with Sony – The One Alliance.
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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.
