Kids
Disney’s Frozen 2 collaborates with 67 brands
MUMBAI: Disney’s Frozen 2, the sequel to one of the highest-grossing animated films of all time, is around the corner and the excitement amongst fans and brands is big. Disney’s consumer products business in India has collaborated with 67 brands across categories to bring alive the magic of Arendelle and its popular characters Elsa, Anna, Olaf and more.
This is the highest for an animated film in the country.
From apparel and dolls to accessories and back to school, young fans can own a piece of their favourite Frozen products across retail and e-tail destinations including Hamleys, Max, Reliance Trends, Pantaloons, Scholastic, and Flipkart. The range aims to provide kids and families a chance to be a part of Elsa and Anna’s enchanted world.
SOME ASSOCIATIONS:
· Pantaloons: Pantaloons’ has launched a Frozen collection for toddler and junior girls. It includes printed joggers, leggings, furry sweatshirts and sweater dresses with vibrant prints, embellished party dresses, denim shorts, sequined skirts, t-shirts made fun with interactive prints, fancy sequins and appliques and footwear featuring Frozen’s most loved characters.
· Hasbro: A range of new dolls and playsets available at most major retailers and e-commerce sites. The products will help fans recreate the magic of the icy kingdom with unique and innovative play patterns and celebrate with singing Elsa and Anna dolls, recreate beautiful braids inspired from the movie and enact scenes from the movie with the Fold and Go Arendelle Castle portable playset!
· Flipkart: With the highly anticipated Disney Frozen 2 releasing in theatres on November 22, E-commerce giant Flipkart is too gearing up to join on the celebrations. The days leading to the movie release will see thousands of Frozen 2 merchandise across Kids Fashion, Toys and School Supplies up for grabs on the platform with some very attractive offers and exciting prizes to be won.
· ITC: Has launched a line of stationery products — Classmate notebooks, geometry boxes and colouring sets
· Asian Paints: Launched a line of wall décor products (decals) around Frozen 2
· Hamleys: This holiday season, Hamleys is bringing alive Disney Frozen for its consumers with the widest spread of products and exciting engagement activities in collaboration with Disney
· Scholastic: The world-renowned publisher and distributor of Children’s books will be launching a range of Frozen 2 books across formats — Storybooks, Colouring & Activity, Sticker books
Disney India Executive Director and Head, Consumer Products Sanjeet Mehta said, “Frozen is amongst the top franchises for Disney’s consumer products business in India and the excitement around it has gone up several notches with buzz around the upcoming movie. We are witnessing high demand from fans for products inspired by their favourite Frozen characters and we are thrilled to launch a vast collection across categories to celebrate the release of Frozen 2,” said Sanjeet Mehta, Executive Director and Head, Consumer Products, Disney India.
Hasbro Country Manager, India and Middle East Bhavesh Somaya said, “We are excited to give Disney’s Frozen fans an opportunity to relive their favorite movie moments through the best play experiences. To celebrate the magic of Disney’s Frozen 2, Hasbro has introduced unique and innovative play patterns such as singing Anna and Elsa dolls in new signature outfits, hair braiding tools, and even a Fold and Go Arendelle Castle portable playset.”
Pantaloons Head of Marketing & E‐Commerce Ryan Fernandes said, “Frozen is a classic that has left the audience mesmerised with its on-screen magic. We at Pantaloons understand how kids connect with their favourite movie characters and we are delighted to launch a collection of apparel inspired by Frozen. The new range for toddler and junior girls vividly captures the movie’s essence and lets them flaunt their favourite character merchandise.”
Asian Paints Group Brand Manager – Digital & Customer Experience O. N Praneeth said, “Frozen 2 gives us yet another opportunity to strongly connect with Frozen fans through some very innovative products and create best sellers, given the popularity of the characters. We are thrilled to already see the excitement and anticipation of our consumers around Frozen 2 and our range of products for it.
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!
