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Michael Jackson’s parents speak out on Star World
MUMBAI: Michael Jackson’s trial will kick off any moment and just before his trial, his parents, Katherine and Joe Jackson are holding out hope and holding their breath. The American viewers have already heard their side of the story. And now, Star World will be airing their interview in India on 17 February at 9 pm.
Jackson, whose straight No 1 singles and flashy dance moves made him the King of Pop music, has been dogged for more than a decade by rumors of inappropriate behavior with children. The 46-year-old singer comes face to face with these accusations once again, this time in a California court as the child molestation trial begins.
If convicted with charges of molesting a 13-year-old boy in February and March 2003, Jackson faces years in prison. Yet the seriousness of the charges sharply contrasts with the spectacle outside the courtroom. And like other high-profile celebrity trials, questions of fairness, fame and public opinion are intertwined with the question of guilt or innocence.
Jackson finds himself center stage in a drama nobody would ever want a part in and no parent would ever want to watch. It’s been a terrible time for the Jacksons since they first heard the charges against their son read out in court.
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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.
