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‘The Adventures Of Lleo’ ought to be on your binge-list and here’s why!
Mumbai: Amazon miniTV – Amazon’s free video streaming service, has released ‘The Adventures Of Lleo,’ a Permanent Roommates spin-off. The show revolves around the adventurous story of Lleo aka Laxman Laal Ebote, taking us on an uproarious ride filled with quirky incidents, unusual survival tricks, and the twist of riches to rags. Created by TVF, the series is a hilarious watch, with a compelling narrative and an eccentric character to root for. Here are five reasons why you must add The Adventures Of Lleo to your watch list.
1 Lleo is back with his own thrilling journey: Lleo, the most adored character from the popular series Permanent Roommates, is here to entertain the audience, tickling their funny bones. The vibrant and lively character of Lleo with his strange survival strategies, rib-tickling twists and turns will give a glimpse at his jovial journey in The Adventures Of Lleo. Featuring Anandeshwar Dwivedi, the series is full of bizarre occurrences that are likely to make viewers laugh out loud.
2 An adventurous ride with multiple laughter stops: Lleo, an overnight millionaire loses his possessions with a simple click on the phone, turning his life upside down in the middle of bizarre situations. With a circus of jovial incidents, comedic quips, and groundbreaking humour, the series is sure to leave viewers giggling hysterically.
3 Intriguing narrative with a life lesson: The series is packed with hysterical situations, emotions, life lessons, and crazy scenarios to laugh at. The series’ unique storyline, which follows the journey of Lleo, teaches us the importance of believing in oneself. The series is a narrative about remaining positive in every scenario and coming back to the top after losing everything in a matter of seconds.
4 Unique story of Riches to Rags: We all have heard the inspiring stories of Rags to Riches, motivating us to work hard and achieve our goals. However, The Adventures Of Lleo is a story with a twist, following the journey of Riches to Rags, the series is not only a comical ride but also has a strong take on being self-confident. The series illustrates the genuine reality of how life changes, from being a millionaire to a cab driver.
5 Free to watch: Lleo’s adventurous and joyful trip, going on a new funny challenge every other instant, will lift your spirits. There is no need to subscribe to see this hilarious story about the oddest and most-loved Lleo. The Adventures of Lleo is streaming for free on Amazon miniTV and Fire TV, as well as the Amazon Shopping App and the Google Play Store.
Gaming
Sony raises PS5 prices for second time in under a year
US disc edition jumps $100 to $649.99 as memory costs surge.
MUMBAI: Sony just hit the pause button on affordable gaming because when memory prices skyrocket, even the Playstation has to pay the premium. Sony has announced its second price increase for the Playstation 5 range in less than a year, citing pressures in the global economic landscape and a sharp rise in memory component costs driven by AI demand.
In the US, the PS5 disc edition will rise from $549.99 to $649.99, a $100 hike while the digital edition increases to $599.99. The more powerful PS5 Pro will jump $150 to $899.99. The Playstation Portal remote player will also rise by $50 to $249.99. The new prices take effect on 2 April 2026.
Similar increases have been applied in the UK (£90 per model), Europe and Japan. Sony last raised PS5 prices in the US in August 2025.
“We know that price changes impact our community, and after careful evaluation, we found this was a necessary step to ensure we can continue delivering innovative, high-quality gaming experiences to players worldwide,” Sony said in a blog post.
The hikes come amid an unprecedented surge in memory prices, as manufacturers prioritise supply for AI data centres. Analysts say Sony had likely secured price protections for components that have now expired, forcing the company to protect its hardware margins.
Ampere Analysis research director of games Piers Harding-Rolls told CNBC that further increases from Microsoft and Nintendo would not be surprising, though Nintendo may hesitate to raise the price of its recently launched Switch 2 while establishing the new platform.
The increases arrive eight months before the highly anticipated release of GTA 6, which is expected to drive strong console sales. However, early reactions online have been a mix of disappointment and resignation, with growing concern that premium gaming is increasingly becoming a hobby for higher-income players.
In a sector already grappling with tariffs, inflation and component shortages, Sony’s move underscores a tough reality: even the most popular consoles are not immune to the rising cost of keeping up with the latest technology.
