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Mudra Videotec to produce shows for Gemini TV, Udaya TV and Sun TV
MUMBAI: And the southward expansion continues. In a bid to buttress its south market reach, Mudra Videotec will be producing shows for Udaya TV and Sun TV is in the pipeline. That in addition to two primetime dailies and one weekly on Gemini programmes.
Production house that has had a successful partnership with the pubcaster Doordarshan, has commissioned Vista Vision to produce two dailies for Gemini TV. Vista Vision- the maker of Gemini TV and Sun TV will be producing Manchi Manasulu and Kshanam Kshanam Bhayam Bhayam.
Manchi… a mega family-drama revolving around two women is scheduled to premiere on 26 June, from Monday -Friday at 9 pm. The daily soap is directed by S V Solairaja, who has also directed popular Gemini shows like Athamma and Ammakosam.
While Kshanam…, a horror-suspense-thriller with the special effects will debut on the channel from 31 May. Directed by Balki Asaithambi, the daily will air from Monday to Friday at 10:30 PM
The episodic drama begins with story Yakshi, which revolves around goddess Sri Kanaka Durga. The next programme for Gemini is Sreenivasa Leelalu, a weekly. It is based on the ‘leelas’ of Lord Venkateswara.
The production house has had a long-term association with Doordarshan and its advertisers through top slotted serials like Shayad Tum, Chori Chori Chupke Chupke and Mere Humsafar.
Currently it is producing two weekly prime time shows for DD and also a kid’s programme.
Some of Mudra Videotec’s notable successes on DD have been programs like Buniyad, Udaan, Rajani, Manoranjan, Ados Pados and sponsored telefilms.
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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.
