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Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan is back on Indian screen after Airtel & Zindagi announce partnership
Mumbai: The popular Pakistani channel Zindagi is set to launch as a special service on Airtel from 15 September, 2022.
Zindagi will aim to bring audiences a plethora of unique and entertaining offerings. The channel has consistently been at the forefront of bringing thought-provoking and distinct stories to the masses.This service will be free of charge on Airtel for the first 10 days, followed by Rs 2.5 per day.
The night started with Dumpukht Aatish-e-Ishq at 7 p.m., starring the talented Nauman Ijaz, Bilal Abbas Khan and Sonia Mishal, followed by Digest Writer at 8.30 p.m., starring actor Saba Qamar. Besides, another power-packed line-up for September includes Mann Mayal, starring actors Maya Ali and Hamza Ali Abbasi; the show will air on 19 September at 5:30 p.m. Tracing the journey of a single mother, the teleplay Behadd, starring actors Fawad Khan, Nadia Jamil, and Sajal Ali, will air on 25 September at 8 p.m.
Speaking of the launch of this channel on Airtel, Zee special projects chief creative officer Shailja Kejriwal said, “We are elated to have received immense love and support from our audiences across the globe. It is a proud moment for us as we announce Zindagi’s association with Airtel and partner with them to provide audiences with stories they can resonate with. We continue to reinstate our belief in growing together and reaching out to a larger audience base. Launching on Airtel as a special service drives us to inspire our audiences as we work towards making Zindagi a part of every household.”
Zindagi has been widely appreciated by the audience for showcasing stories that are relevant, relatable, and impactful.
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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.
