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Tata Play brings Star Plus’ iconic serials
Mumbai: Tata Play announced the launch of yet another sought-after offering – Tata Play Superhit Serials. Seeped in nostalgia, this new value-added service will bring back the shows of the 2000s for the subscribers. Powered by Star Plus, the service will feature the reruns of the channel’s most popular shows that touched the hearts of millions and still hold a strong cult following. The demand for such shows is considerable since they are no longer available on any TV channel.
Tata Play Superhit Serials promises a captivating lineup of content that reigned supreme in that decade. Featuring strong-willed female protagonists and complex family dynamics, such as ‘Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii’, ‘Kasautii Zindagi Kay’, ‘Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan’, ‘Kaahin Kissii Roz’, as well as period dramas with rich collection of characters and stories like ‘Hatim’, ‘Dharti Ka Veer Yodha Prithviraj Chauhan’, and the must-watch romance drama ‘Navya’, the service will bring back the best of Star Plus shows from the 2000s.
Commenting on the launch, Tata Play’s chief commercial and content officer Pallavi Puri said, “Our research revealed a significant demand for beloved classic shows. With a sizeable audience reminiscing about iconic properties like Kasautii, Kahaani, etc., we recognised the need to revisit and curate these groundbreaking programs that till date enjoys a strong resonance in the minds of the viewers. We collaborated with Star Plus to revitalize these gems and bring their timeless appeal back to families in the form of Tata Play Superhit Serials.”
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Tata Play to bring back some of Star Plus’ most beloved serials that have left an indelible mark on Indian television. This initiative goes beyond merely reviving classics; it’s about reigniting the excitement and anticipation among our viewers who cherish these timeless stories and characters,” said Disney Star head – distribution and International Gurjeev Singh Kapoor. “Audiences, across generations, can fully immerse themselves in these shows, which still resonate today, through a seamless, ad-free viewing experience. Our commitment to delivering high-quality entertainment that resonates with viewers and stands the test of time remains at the core of everything we do,” he added.
The reruns will feature popular actors such as Sakshi Tanwar, Shweta Tiwari, Ronit Roy, Urvashi Dholakia, Cezanne Khan, Ali Asgar, Rupali Ganguli, Haussain Kuwajerwala, Juhi Parmar, Sudha Chandran, Hiten Tejwani, Kiku Sharda, Anita Hassanandani, Eijaz Khan, Iqbal Khan and many more. Iconic characters like Prerna, Parvati, Komolika, Mr. Bajaj, Anurag Basu will return to Indian homes through this special offering. Tata Play subscribers can access these shows ad-free for a nominal fee of Rs 2 per day.
Tata Play serials join Tata Play’s range of over 45 entertainment and infotainment Platform Services suitable across age groups and providing content across genres like Entertainment, Kids, Learn, Regional, Devotion and much more. For more information, log onto Choose Tata Play (formerly Tata Sky) DTH Services in India | Tata Play
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Beware: Fake war lockdown notice mimicking official government order circulates on WhatsApp
The spoof document mimics an official government order but opens to reveal a jester and the words “April Fool”
MUMBAI: It looked official. It had the Ashoka Emblem. It had the formal layout of a government circular. And it was called “War Lockdown Notice.” Thousands of WhatsApp users across India forwarded it in a panic — only to open it and find a cartoon jester waving cheerfully above the words “April Fool.”
The document, which circulated rapidly on Tuesday, was designed to look like a genuine government order, carrying enough official-looking detail to alarm recipients and prompt frantic resharing. The punchline was the entire point. The danger, however, is real.
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis has cautioned citizens that sharing fake messages and rumours carries serious consequences. In severe cases, it could result in police action or imprisonment.
The warning is timely. Viral hoaxes dressed up as official government communications have a long and damaging history in India, stoking panic, spreading misinformation and, in some cases, triggering real-world consequences. A forged document bearing the national emblem, however briefly intended as a joke, is no laughing matter in the eyes of the law.
April Fool’s Day or not, WhatsApp forwards deserve a hard look before the finger hits share. The jester on that document was not the only fool in the room.
