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IBN7 goes on Ram Ki Khoj with a special series
MUMBAI: One of the world’s most popular epic, Ramayana has always been an integral part of the Indian mythology. From generations, it has been told and retold through TV series, movies, cartoons and animation films. And now, IBN7, India’s channel of impact, is all set to explore Sri Lanka with its new series – Ram Ek Khoj recalling the legends and tales associated with the island nation and the Ramayana.
From someone claiming to have supernatural powers and being descendant of Ravana to miraculous waters of the stream next to Ashok Vatika, from the places indicating the existence of Ravana and Lord Hanuman to validating whether a city of gold actually existed, this special series will showcase these and many similar mysteries for the first time in the history of Indian news channels. The channel has lined up five one-hour episodes that attempts to discover and decode the mysteries that have been around for centuries.
Focussing on the historical significance of places, people and culture of Sri Lanka along with the religious relevance, the IBN7 team will also connect with locals who worship Ravana as their deity.
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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.
