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Inox acquires six new films for distribution
MUMBAI: The multiplex player Inox Leisure Ltd., has acquired six new films for distribution in the Bengal, Mysore, Rajasthan and Mumbai territories for the next one month.
The films – Gangster, 36 Chinatown, Ankahee, Tom, Dick & Harry, Killer and Jaaneman will be released in the above territories.
Inox Leisure Ltd head distribution Aroon Sharma says, “Inox entered the distribution business in September 2005 and since then we have steadily associated ourselves with quality banners in bringing popular content to the theatres. Thanks to our professional approach most film makers prefer to deal with Inox for their distribution requirements. We hope to strengthen our distribution foray in the coming months.”
The company had earlier acquired exclusive distribution rights to heavyweight titles such as Garam Masala, Rang De Basanti, Apharan, Ek Khiladi, Ek Hasina, Hamko Deewana Kar Gaye, informs an official statement.
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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.
