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YuppTV takes Colors, MTV and News 18 to Singapore and Malaysia
MUMBAI: Focusing on providing content to subscribers and expanding its network in markets around the world, YuppTV today announced the launch of Colors, MTV, and News 18 channels in Singapore and Malaysia region. With this move, YuppTV’s offerings have become stronger in Singapore and Malaysia regions, delivering 200 plus Indian TV channels worldwide in 12 Indian languages, as live TV, 10 days of catch-up TV, along with unlimited movies.
IndiaCast group chief operating officer Gaurav Gandhi said, “With the launch of Colors, MTV India and News 18 on YuppTV in Singapore and Malaysia we have further strengthened our partnership with the platform. We are committed to deliver quality entertainment and news services to South Asian audiences across the globe and are confident that our content will be enjoyed by audiences in Singapore and Malaysia.”
While Colors features a number of shows such as Comedy Nights with Kapil, Balika Vadhu, Shastri Sisters, Meri Aashiqui Tumse Hi, and Bigg Boss 8, MTV aims to entertain young people through its innovative content.
“Meeting the high demand for Indian television in Singapore and Malaysia, we are pleased to take popular channels, Colors, MTV and News 18 to TV viewers in these regions. We are confident that TV viewers from Singapore and Malaysia will be delighted to watch their favourite shows in the comfort of their home,” commented YuppTV CEO Uday Reddy.
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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.
