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Karnataka CM’s intervention in Kannada filmdom issue
BANGALORE: The Karnataka chief minister has requested the Karnataka Film Exhibitors Federation (KFEF) to refrain from defying the seven-week moratorium on the release of non-Kannada films, till 18 October. KFEF president Odugouder told Indiantelevision.com that the CM had asked deputy CM Sidharamaiah to look into the matter.
Commending on the recent attacks on the theaters in Bangalore he said, “The CM has let them off once, but if they repeat this I don’t think they would be condoned. Only muscle power will not work in a democracy, we are hopeful for solution that will be agreeable to all.”
Cinema Exhibitors expressed solidarity with almost 800 of the 1100 theaters in Karnataka participating In the state-wide one day theater strike protesting the recent attacks on theatres which screened non-Kannada films.
In the meantime, a Telugu group has decried the happenings in Kannada filmdom, saying that though more than 35 per cent of the state’s population was Telugu-speaking, their views were not being considered in the matter.
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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.
