Kids
Pakistan’s superwoman Burka Avenger
MUMBAI: A country where women are not allowed to have many rights, a change is about to happen with the coming of the Burka Avenger, the country’s first cartoon superwoman who stands against crime and injustice. The cartoon series will be aired on Geo Tez in Urdu and is produced by Unicorn Black that is owned by Pakistan’s biggest pop star Haroon Rashid. He is the creator of the cartoon, the first animated series ever produced wholly in the country.
Burka Avenger is a mild-mannered school teacher who is fighting against thugs, who represent the Taliban, who are intent upon closing down the school where she teaches. She actually is Jiya, who also is trained in a fighting style called Takht Kabaddi, taught by her adopted father, using pens and books to attack. The character was created to send positive messages to the youth in the country.
The series will be of 13 episodes of 22 minutes each. The show will begin from 28 July on Geo Tez at 6 p.m. Pakistan time. They have created a mobile application that can be downloaded for free and are currently working on an android application. The Facebook page has already got more than 8000 likes.
The Ninja-like character wears a burka while fighting against the villains in the series. It follows the story of three kids in the imaginary city of Halwapur. The trailers are available on their website which are in Urdu and English, though it is now yet known where the English version will be aired. “Don’t mess with the lady in black” goes the title track with some amazing music by artists like Ali Zafar and Ali Azmat and a good quality picture.
The whole series has been developed by a team of 22 people operating out of an office in Islamabad in a span of just a year.
Kids
Sony YAY! launches ‘House of Masti’ to celebrate 20 years of Shin chan
Comedian Kiku Sharda joins the fun with a special rap track as the mischievous icon returns to Indian TV.
MUMBAI: Shin chan is back and this time, he’s bringing the whole house of masti with him! Sony YAY!, India’s leading kids’ entertainment channel, has unveiled ‘House of Masti’, a specially curated programming block to mark 20 years of the iconic animated series Shin chan on Indian television. The campaign transforms the beloved character’s mischievous world into a fresh, high-energy viewing experience. It features new episodes, fan-favourite moments, and themed programming stunts, all designed to stand out from regular broadcasts.
Adding extra sparkle to the celebration, popular comedian Kiku Sharda has joined the campaign. He anchors the integration with a lively rap track titled ‘Shin chan ka YAY! Dhamaal’, infusing contemporary music and humour into the beloved series.
Sony YAY! business head of kids and animation Ambesh Tiwari said, “Over the past 20 years, Shin chan has built a strong and enduring connection with audiences in India. With ‘House of Masti’, we are celebrating this milestone through a differentiated, campaign-led experience. Kiku Sharda and the rap track add a fun, high-energy layer that will resonate with today’s kids and families.”
Starting 27 April, viewers can enjoy the World Television Premiere of Shin chan along with new episodes and an exciting lineup of blockbuster movies on Sony YAY!.
By blending nostalgia with fresh, engaging content, Sony YAY! is ensuring that the cheeky, laughter-filled adventures of Shin chan continue to entertain and connect with new generations across the country.
In a world full of serious cartoons, Shin chan remains delightfully naughty and with ‘House of Masti’, Sony YAY! is making sure his brand of chaos stays as fresh and fun as ever. Get ready for some serious masti!
