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Star Plus launches a ‘sneak-peek’ show
MUMBAI: All that you wanted to know but didn’t know whom to ask, till now.
Star Plus is all set to launch a new show on Saturday 22 May at 7:30 pm-Pardey Ke Peechey’s base line. The show will offer a sneak preview of the glitz, glamour, trivia and trends of TV industry.
Touted as the first television show that caters to the television industry, the new show will get the viewers up close and personal with the actors that have become a part of the Star network, says a company release.
To be anchored by Kyun Hota Hai Pyarrr fame Sweta Gulati and Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand’s Romanchak, the show will update viewers every week, on the latest news, views, about the television industry.
Produced by Contiloe Films, the weekly aims to bring viewers close to their stars. The release claims that it is the only show of its kind where stars tell their stories, reel and real, interspersed with the latest happenings, news, launches, debuts, on Indian television in a perfect glossy magazine format.
The show will offer glimpse of successful star’s lives– what happens once they are out of the studios, their lifestyle, family, fashion, trivia, trends, a day in the life of a star.
The channel, to encourage the interactivity, will also launch several contests. The participants can SMS 7827 and win fabulous prizes every week. The prizes include an exclusive visit on their favourite celebrity’s set.
Alternatively, viewers can also SMS and request for their favourite star interviews and some specials that they like.
The show will take the audience to the star’s homes. Audience can watch the stars as they spend some time with their families, or are relaxing and socialising, adds the release.
The show will also provide comprehensive coverage of bloopers and some candid footage as well.
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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.
