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Nat Geo Intl forms deal with Rainbow for HD content
MUMBAI: National Geographic Channel International (NGCI) has secured 25 hours of original programming from Rainbow Medias VOOM HD catalogue as part of its continuing high-definition rollout.
Rainbow Media’s international distributor IDD Distribution (IDD) did the distribution deal with NGCI. IDD’s Sandra Miles says, NGCI has a robust global reputation, and Rainbow owns the largest and most diverse suite of HD channels worldwide. This is a natural union and a tremendous benefit to international audiences who can now revel in the kind of breathtaking footage only capable in HD. We are delighted to have helped make this happen.
Most of the content in the package comes from Rush HD, including Pororoca, Quest for the Endless Wave, On a Single Breath, Angel Falls and Free Flight.
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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.
