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Star One to introduce new formats in ‘Antakshari-The great challenge’
MUMBAI: After creating programming in genres from reality to dance and comedy to drama, Star One beginning February 2007 will launch Antakshari – The Great Challenge.
This is being produced by Gajendrra Siingh of Zee TV’s Sa Re Ga Ma Pa fame. Antakshari – The Great Challenge will see new inclusions to the format. Apart from just the competition there would be hint of reality with Star One airing the auditions too. Annu Kapur who has an old connection with Antakshri will host this musical show.
Star Entertainment India CEO Sameer Nair said, “Siingh as we all know is the mastermind behind popularising music based talent competitions and we are very excited to host his home production’s debut venture – Antakshari-The Great Challenge on Star One. The show, with an innovative and exciting format, captures the passion that Indian audiences have for music. It also is in synch with the channel’s promise to consistently deliver indigenous content and complete entertainment for the audiences.”
Commenting on the association Gajendrra Siingh said, “I have always looked at opportunities to connect with viewers and this show synergizes with Star One’s commitment of delivering entertaining and unique content. We have added new elements to the show which I am sure will be appreciated by the viewers.”
Host Annu Kapur added, “This unit is family to me, I take this opportunity to congratulate Gajendrra and I wish him all the best. I am extremely delighted that he asked me to host the show. I can’t wait to get back on the floors and hear him say action.”
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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.
