Kids
Disney’s Raven wins Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award
MUMBAI: For the second consecutive year, Raven, star of Disney Channel’s hit series That’s So Raven, won the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice award for the favorite TV actress.
Last month, Raven also bagged the NAACP Image Award in the Outstanding Performance in the Youth/Children’s Program category for the second consecutive year.
That’s So Raven is Disney Channel’s highest rated series with kids 6-11, tweens 9-14, households and total viewers and across all basic cable television, the number one series with female tweens 9-14. It is also the number one program among the broadcast networks on Saturday, season-to-date, among girls 6-11 and female tweens 9-14, informed an official release.
Disney Channel executive vice president (original programming and production) Gary Marsh said, “We warmly congratulate Raven, a true phenomenon and role model for kids everywhere.”
“This award is really special because it comes from the kid and tween fans that have made the series a hit,” said Raven.
Raven can also be heard as the voice of Kim Possible’s friend Monique in the series Disney’s Kim Possible and this week’s Disney’s Kim Possible Movie: So the Drama. A talented singer, Raven provided the singing voice of the Playground Monitor in an episode of Higglytown Heroes, a hit series on Disney Channel’s Playhouse Disney Block.
Raven starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie The Cheetah Girls, which was basic cable’s top rated movie of 2003.
That’s So Raven is televised daily 5 pm on Disney Channel on weekdays and 2 am on weekends.
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!
