Kids
CN to host ‘Toon Cricket’ in Hyderabad & Mumbai
NEW DELHI: Kids entertainment channel Cartoon Network has announced that its cricket match, ‘Toon cricket – the battle for the Omnitrix’ will be played on 15 February in Hyderabad. The event will be held in Mumbai on 22 February. |
Says Turner International India deputy general manager and vice president– entertainment South Asia Monica Tata, “Instituted in 1999, Toon Cricket has successfully managed to create a combination of cartoons and cricket, a winning formula for Indian kids and adults. Now, the new ‘Toon cricket -the battle for the Omnitrix’ is ready once again to be the ultimate sporting extravaganza for kids.” The two teams that will be playing toon cricket this year are Bentastic and Maximojo. The match will have some of the network‘s popular cartoons like superhero Ben Tennyson from Ben 10, the evil Mojo Jojo, and the Powerpuff Girls among others. The match will also have an inaugural ceremony with a sound and laser show and a live-performance by the pop band ‘Aasma‘. Meanwhile, the channel will allow kids with the opportunity to play the toon cricket game on their mobiles thereby giving them a chance to win invitations to the match. |
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!
