Kids
CBBC gets children cooking with ‘Junior MasterChef’
MUMBAI: UK pubcaster BBC‘s kids entertainment channel CBBC has commissioned a new series of Junior MasterChef, following the success of the adult version of the cookery talent contest.
The channel is finalising on contestants to take part in the challenge. The series will be broadcast later this year.Based on the MasterChef format and the junior version seen on Children In Need, Junior MasterChef will give some of Britain‘s best young cooks the chance to become the ‘Junior MasterChef‘ 2010.
The competition aims to find and encourage talented young cooks who have a flair for making exceptional food from scratch.
As part of the contest, in each level, children will be challenged to cook a two-course meal (main and pudding) in just one hour. The 13-part series will have eight heats, two quarter-finals, two semis and a final cook-off with the remaining three children.
The competitors will be aged between nine and 12 year-olds who have real passion, enthusiasm and potential.
BBC Children‘s controller Richard Deverell says, “It‘s wonderful to announce this new series following the success of the special ‘Children in Need‘ episode.”
“We hope to inspire children round the country to get cooking in what promises to be an aspirational, fun and enjoyable cooking competition,” he adds.
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!
