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Thai broadcaster Workpoint acquires TV rights for Porus
MUMBAI: Porus has found a taker in Thailand. Swastik Productions’ has licenced the historical drama to broadcaster Workpoint Entertainment for exclusive TV and non-exclusive digital rights.
The show premiered on Sony Entertainment Television in India on 27 November. Workpoint also has the rights to create original music for the Thai broadcast.
In Porus, Swastik brings one of the most iconic rulers of ancient India to the screen in this legendary historical drama series. Emperor Porus faces off against the invader known as Alexander the Great, the mightiest power of the West, as both leaders fight to fulfil their ultimate destinies culminating in one of the greatest battles in world history.
Swastik Productions founder and chief creative Siddharth Kumar Tewary says, “With some key scenes shot in Thailand and the added element of original Thai music that Workpoint will create,Porus will be a truly unique project to share with Thai audiences and Workpoint is the perfect partner for this endeavour.”
“Thai audiences have a long history of enjoying Indian historical dramas,” says Workpoint Entertainment chief business development officer Dhanasak Hoonarak. “And we’re confident that the epic production that is Porus will really resonate with Thai viewers” adds Hoonarak.
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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.
