Kids
Atomic Betty wins best animated film award at New York film fest
MUMBAI: Atomic Betty: The No L 9 has won the Best Animated Film Award in the category of short film genre at the 2007 New York international independent film and video festival, it was announced by Breakthrough Animation Inc executive producer and managing partner Kevin Gillis. A co-production between Atomic Cartoons and Breakthrough Animation Inc, Atomic Betty has been licensed worldwide to major broadcasters in over 130 territories. With a third season in production and an exciting brand new creative direction, Atomic Betty follows the adventures of a young girl, whose double life as galactic guardian and defender of the cosmos takes her on a whirlwind journey through space. Extensive merchandising and licensing deals have been signed for the growing brand, including Penguin books for publishing and Hallmark for greeting cards. | |
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“Atomic Betty has had tremendous global success in both worldwide ratings and industry recognition and we are truly thrilled to have received this prestigious animation award,” said Gillis. “This honor is a direct reflection of the talents and dedication of everyone on the production team for Atomic Betty.” Kevin Gillis has created, executive produced and produced a number of award winning series and films. | |
Kids
Sony YAY! launches ‘House of Masti’ to celebrate 20 years of Shin chan
Comedian Kiku Sharda joins the fun with a special rap track as the mischievous icon returns to Indian TV.
MUMBAI: Shin chan is back and this time, he’s bringing the whole house of masti with him! Sony YAY!, India’s leading kids’ entertainment channel, has unveiled ‘House of Masti’, a specially curated programming block to mark 20 years of the iconic animated series Shin chan on Indian television. The campaign transforms the beloved character’s mischievous world into a fresh, high-energy viewing experience. It features new episodes, fan-favourite moments, and themed programming stunts, all designed to stand out from regular broadcasts.
Adding extra sparkle to the celebration, popular comedian Kiku Sharda has joined the campaign. He anchors the integration with a lively rap track titled ‘Shin chan ka YAY! Dhamaal’, infusing contemporary music and humour into the beloved series.
Sony YAY! business head of kids and animation Ambesh Tiwari said, “Over the past 20 years, Shin chan has built a strong and enduring connection with audiences in India. With ‘House of Masti’, we are celebrating this milestone through a differentiated, campaign-led experience. Kiku Sharda and the rap track add a fun, high-energy layer that will resonate with today’s kids and families.”
Starting 27 April, viewers can enjoy the World Television Premiere of Shin chan along with new episodes and an exciting lineup of blockbuster movies on Sony YAY!.
By blending nostalgia with fresh, engaging content, Sony YAY! is ensuring that the cheeky, laughter-filled adventures of Shin chan continue to entertain and connect with new generations across the country.
In a world full of serious cartoons, Shin chan remains delightfully naughty and with ‘House of Masti’, Sony YAY! is making sure his brand of chaos stays as fresh and fun as ever. Get ready for some serious masti!
