Kids
CN Enterprises signs videogame publishing deal with D3Publisher
MUMBAI: D3Publisher (D3P), a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, together with its parent company D3 Inc, has signed a worldwide publishing agreement with Cartoon Network Enterprises to published videogames based on The Secret Saturdays.
Cartoon Network Enterprises is the global licensing and merchandising arm of the network for videogames, based on the hit action-adventure series The Secret Saturdays.
The first game based on The Secret Saturdays is scheduled to release for console and handheld systems in the fourth quater of 2009.
“The Secret Saturdays franchise provides everything videogame fans look for, from an exciting cast of heroes they can portray, to fantastic creatures with special abilities they can use, to the most dastardly villain for them to defeat,” said D3P president and CEO – North America and Europe Yoji Takenaka.
The Secret Saturdays television series premiered on 3 October, 2008 as part of Cartoon Network’s fantasy/adventure block on Friday nights.
Said Cartoon Network Enterprises VP Christina Miller, “D3 is a publisher that knows how to turn a Cartoon Network fan favorite into a videogame fan favorite, and this title will be a key part of the brand’s product launch this fall.”
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!
