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Big Magic launches the sequel of the 90s’ iconic show-‘Hum panch phir se’
MUMBAI: Big Magic, a variety entertainment channel has added comedy genre, a new flavour to yester year’s iconic show named as Hum Paanch Phir Se, starting from 19 June 2017, every Monday to Friday at 7:30pm on Big Magic.
The show is adapted from the original show Hum Paanch, the sequel intents to keep the intrinsic elements of the famous format intact and give a modern day take on the smash sitcom, Hum Paanch Phir Se. It introduces the viewers to the most insane family of five crazy daughters, two loving mothers and a middle-class father who is often being distraught because of the shenanigans of his daughters/kids.
Big Magic spokesperson said, “With offering viewers a wide range of shows in mythological, historical and horror genre, BIG Magic now gets comedy show under its hat. As a part of our portfolio in the comedy space, we are bringing back the iconic show Hum Paanch with all new stellar star cast who excel in their respective characters in the show. The popular show’s intrinsic elements will be kept intact and the sequel Hum Paanch Phir Se will be a modern take on the sitcom.”
New continuation, captivating flavor and spellbinding commencement of stories through male’s perspectives in each episode are formulated to suit the target audience requirements catering to family viewership. A new star-cast in a contemporary set-up will bring a breath of fresh air to the show, driven by a 360-degree marketing promotion bustle to reach out to its target markets through its various persuasive campaigns across television, radio, digital and on-ground activation.
Hum Paanch Phir Se has a stellar star cast comprising of the talented actors – Sooraj Thappar as Anand Mathur, Seema Pandey as Bina Mathur, Vaishnavi Mcdonalds as Parikrama, Jayashree Venkataramanan as Kajal Bhai, Ambalika Sapra as Radhika, Rimi Shrivastav as Choti, Ruchi Tripathi as Meenakshi and Sylvia Chaddha as Sweety.
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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.
