GECs
&TV replaces Shah Rukh Khan’s show with two new fiction dailies
MUMBAI: The newest Hindi general entertainment channel (GEC) from the Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd’s (Zeel) stable &TV has strengthened its fiction line-up with the launch of two new dailies, which will replace the Shah Rukh Khan hosted finite show India Poochega: Sabse Shaana Kaun?
The new shows are Dilli Wali Thakur Gurls and Badii Devrani, which will go on air from 30 March. While Dilli Wali Thakur Gurls will be aired from Monday to Friday at 9 pm, Badii Devrani will air at 10 pm.
&TV business head Rajesh Iyer said, “Within three weeks, India Poochega: Sabse Shaana Kaun? has reached out to 32 million viewers in the slot. Being a familiar primetime slot, our endeavor was to offer something equally entertaining and engaging to sustain the interest. Both the shows – Dilli Wali Thakur Gurls at 9 pm and Badii Devrani at 9.30 pm promise viewers two versatile family dramas that are a reflection of today’s modern day society and how relationships stand the test of time.”
Dilli Wali Thakur Gurls produced by Cinevistas is based on Anuja Chauhan’s novel Those Pricey Thakur Girls. Set in Delhi, the show presents the story of the Thakurs – Justice LN Thakur, his wife – Mamta and their five eccentric daughters – Anji, Binny, Dabbu, Chandu and Eshu.
On the other hand, Badii Devrani is produced by Shashi Sumeet Productions and has original concept and storyline by Beyond Dreams Entertainment. The show is set against the backdrop of Kolkata is the story of an unusual arranged marriage between an older woman (Reeti) and a younger boy (Vibhor).
GECs
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.
