Kids
Cartoon Network to host ‘Toon Cricket’ in Mumbai on 22 February
NEW DELHI: Cartoon Network will host Toon Cricket-The Battle for the Omnitri in Mumbai on 22 February. The match will be held at Andheri Sports Complex Mumbai at 7 pm. And the two teams playing will be Bentastic and. Maximojo. The match will also have cricketers Rahul Dravid and Piyush Chawla playing with the teams. The pop band Aasma will perform at the inaugural ceremony. According to Monica Tata who is Vice President and Deputy General Manager Entertainment Networks, South Asia for Turner International India, “It is a tradition at Cartoon Network to consistently innovate and think out of the box to keep our fans entertained and engaged. Instituted in 1999, Toon Cricket has successfully managed to create an irresistible combination of two Cs, Cartoons plus Cricket, a winning formula for Indian kids and adults. As Cartoon Network’s most famous and adored toons gear up to sweat it out, Toon Cricket -The Battle for the Omnitrix is ready yet again to be the ultimate sporting extravaganza for kids.”
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!
