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India’s biggest Karate League returns: WKKL season two presented by Watcho
Mumbai: Watcho, one of India’s fastest-growing OTT platforms, is proud to present season two of the Watcho Khel Karate League (WKKL). WKKL has swiftly ascended to become the nation’s premier karate sporting event, amassing an impressive reach of more than 20 million. Season two of WKKL is scheduled to take place from 9 to 11 September 2023 at the prestigious SMS INDOOR STADIUM in Jaipur and will be broadcasted exclusively on Watcho exclusives from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
DishTV’s OTT platform, Watcho, actively supports various sports by broadcasting live sporting events, offering exclusive sports content, and furnishing real-time updates. Their commitment to sports enthusiasts enhances the overall experience, making it one of the go-to platforms for sports enthusiasts to stay engaged and informed. Moreover, Watcho’s aggregation service, boasting 17 diverse OTT platforms, empowers users to access a wide array of sports content, solidifying Watcho’s position as the ultimate one-stop destination for sports fanatics across the nation.
This thrilling karate extravaganza, dedicated to the principles of strength and well-being, is poised to enthral audiences nationwide. WKKL’s core mission is to identify, nurture, and empower talented karate players in India, offering them a sustainable, competitive, and entertaining platform. Over 3000 karate players from 28 States and eight Union Territories of India will compete, showcasing their exceptional skills and dedication to the sport.
WKKL Season Two will also witness the participation of 20 of the nation’s sports icons, including luminaries such as Col. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Sangram Singh, Krishna Poonia, Deepak Hudda, Babeeta Phogat, and Yogeshwar Dutt. These renowned athletes will grace the opening and closing ceremonies. Additionally, the grand finale will feature a mesmerizing concert by Bollywood singer Swaroop Khan.
Dish TV India Ltd CEO Manoj Dobhal said “Watcho, our OTT streaming platform, is thrilled to present Watcho Khel Karate League season two, a celebration of karate’s spirit, skill, and dedication. Through this partnership, we aim to not only promote this incredible sport but also support the growth and development of talented karate players across India. With this exciting collaboration, Watcho aims to bring the power of karate and entertainment to millions of households across the nation. We look forward to an exhilarating season of action, competition, and entertainment!”
“As the founder of the Khel Karate League, I am immensely proud to welcome Watcho as our chief presenter for Season 2. This partnership signifies a shared vision for promoting martial arts and sports in India. It’s an exciting moment for the league and for karate enthusiasts across the nation. Together with WATCHO, we are set to elevate the league’s reach and impact, bringing the thrill of karate to households. Season 2 promises to be an extraordinary journey filled with talent, passion, and fierce competition”, Khel Karate League founder Dhananjay Tyagi.
Launched in 2019, Watcho exclusives offers many original shows, including web series like Aarambh, GillHarry, Joint Account, Manghadant, Avaidh, Explosive, Aarop, Wajah, The Morning Show, Bauchaar-E-Ishq, Gupta Niwas, Jaunpur among others. That’s not all, Watcho also offers Korean Drama and various other international shows. Last year Watcho forayed into the OTT aggregation business with its signature Rs 253 per month plan. Featuring 17 popular OTT apps, it is fast becoming the go-to destination for an all-in-one OTT subscription. Watcho also features a unique platform for user-generated content called Swag where people can create their own content and discover their potential. Watcho can be accessed on a variety of devices (including Fire TV Stick, Dish SMRT, Android, and iOS cellphones, and D2H Magic devices) or online.
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Shemaroome acquires complete OHO Gujarati content library
Platform adds over 30 original web series, starting with Pratik Gandhi’s Vitthal Teedi.
MUMBAI: Shemaroome has just hit the jackpot in the Gujarati entertainment space and this time, it’s a full house of regional stories. Shemaroo Entertainment has announced the acquisition of the entire content library of OHO Gujarati for its OTT platform ShemarooMe. This first-of-its-kind consolidation significantly strengthens the platform’s position in Gujarati digital content.
The deal brings more than 30 original Gujarati web series to ShemarooMe, featuring work from over 450 local actors. It builds on the platform’s growing focus on high-quality, culturally rooted regional storytelling.
Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd., chief operating officer for Digital Business Saurabh Srivastava said the acquisition will make compelling Gujarati stories more accessible to viewers across India and the world. “With our strong connection to Gujarati audiences, we believe these stories can travel far and create an exciting entertainment offering,” he noted.
The first title from the acquired library will stream on Shemaroome from 10 April. It is the acclaimed series Vitthal Teedi, starring Pratik Gandhi in his first and only Gujarati web series role to date. Set in 1980s Saurashtra, the character-driven drama follows a small-time gambler navigating personal ideals against harsh realities. The soundtrack features contributions from Aditya Gadhvi, Jigardan Gadhavi and Geeta Rabari.
This strategic acquisition aligns with Shemaroo’s broader digital growth approach focusing on sustainable expansion and deeper engagement with regional languages through a mix of originals and curated content.
For Gujarati entertainment lovers, Shemaroome has just rolled out the red carpet or should we say, the traditional dhabli for a rich new wave of authentic stories. The platform is clearly betting big that when it comes to regional content, more is indeed merrier.
