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Trendz to telecast Bridal Asia 2004
MUMBAI: Indian weddings besides being a blossoming industry are a visual treat- display of fashion and style.
Zee’s premium fashion and style channel Trendz, in a bid to endear itself to the Indian masses has been steadily stepping up on the Indian content in its programming. Latest on that front is a special on Bridal Asia – India’s largest wedding exhibition.
Trendz jumpstart the festivcal special with designer Ameeta Kapur’s collection from Bridal Asia 2004 on Sunday, 3 October 2004 at 7 pm. The channels aims to encapsulate the spirit of this elite fashion fair which aims to bring under one roof the essence, mystique and emotions attached to weddings in the sub-continent, says a company release.
According to Trendz, business head, Ajay Trigunayat, “We look forward to cover prestigious fashion events, as a part of our motto to deliver the best from the world of fashion to our discerning viewers. This particular collection from Bridal Asia 2004, is special as it is a showcase of genuine creativity from a designer who is an expert at her craft.”
Ameeta Kapur believes that a woman is an enigma wrapped in a mystery. She chooses to enhance this mystery through her poetic creations in bridal wear titled En-Hance, Auteur. Her creations are a combination of traditional designs and modern silhouette. She helps underprivileged children through CRY, informs the release.
Touted as first Indian fashion and style channel, Trendz has a varied mix of programmes to cater to a fashion conscious audience. The programming, says the release, provides an in depth analysis, news and directions on the latest in fashion trends, styles and must-have accessories from around the world.
Besides featuring haute couture and prêt-a-porter fashion shows, Trendz showcases exclusive global labels with glimpses into the lifestyles of the world’s leading designers and models and offers shows that capture the classic ‘Urban and Cosmopolitan’ style of living, informs the release.
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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.
