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The Daily Thanthi group launches Thanthi One channel
Mumbai: The Daily Thanthi group unveiled its latest venture, “Thanthi One” on 19 May 2024, a dynamic addition to the Tamil entertainment sphere. Building on the success of its flagship Tamil daily newspaper – Daily Thanthi, and its acclaimed Tamil news TV channel – Thanthi TV and radio – Hello FM, the group now ventures into the realm of general entertainment with Thanthi One.
Thanthi One sets itself apart by offering free access to its diverse content across multiple platforms including television, YouTube, web, and mobile app. Understanding the evolving preferences of viewers and the shifting landscape of content consumption in India, Thanthi One is committed to delivering a seamless viewing experience, catering to both linear and digital audiences. At the heart of Thanthi One lies a commitment to providing quality entertainment that resonates with Tamil audiences worldwide. The channel delivers a carefully curated selection of content sourced from across the country and the world.
Presenting a unique hourly format featuring daily and weekly programs. Starting from Coffee with Kadavul (6 am – 9 am) comprising three marquee properties Bala Krishna, Ganapathiye Varuvaai and Veera Anjaneya; Evergreen Pudhaiyalgal (12 pm – 3 pm) feat. Nostalgic serials namely Ilavarasi, Thamarai and Chellame edited for fast paced storyline and colour enhanced output. Mega Dramas (6 pm – 8 pm) consisting of weekly drops, the magnum opus of Indian TV Ficion ‘Porus’ (8 pm – 9 pm) and Super Hit Cinema (9 pm – 12 am) comprising a new movie every night!
However, they also posit a unique differentiator in the Tamil market with their strategy to offer weekly drops of mega dramas from 6 pm – 8 pm!
At 6 pm every day, there will be seven titles for the audience –
1 Ahalyabai (Historical Fiction) – Mondays
2 Tulsi c/o Krishna (Contemporary Fantasy) – Tuesdays
3 Tenali Raman (Historical Dramedy) – Wednesdays
4 Aladdin (Fantasy & Adventure) – Thursdays
5 Devi (Devotional) – Fridays
6 Garuda (Devotional) – Saturdays
7 Karna (Mythology) – Sundays
At 7 pm every day, yet again, there will be seven women-centric dramas for the audience –
1 Vaa Di Rasathi – Mondays
2 Bhagyajathakam– Tuesdays
3 Vaanampadi – Wednesdays
4 Koondukkili – Thursdays
5 Piriyadha Varam Vendum – Fridays
6 Ammu – Saturdays
7 Gayathri – Sundays
Experience the curated entertainment offerings of Thanthi One Channel at www.thanthione.com, now available for download on the play store and app store.
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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.
