Kids
Disney Channel to tap tweens with new comedy band
MUMBAI: In a bid to increase its viewership base and tap tweens between the 9-14 age group, Disney Channel is set to introduce a comedy band to its programming schedule, beginning 4 January.
The comedy band, which will be telecast 4 pm onwards, will feature kid‘s favourite comic star Raven, from ‘That‘s So Raven‘, who will make a comeback on the channel with the comedy band. It will also feature Disney Channel‘s Kya Mast Hai Life stars Zeenia, Zeeshan, Ritu, Ragini and Vir in behind-the-scene blooper videos. Tween‘s favorite cast this season, the Kya Mast Hai Life cast will also pick and air their personal favorites amongst all the Disney Channel shows.
Meanwhile, Disney Channel will kick off the New Year with the Disney Channel stars in a triple treat, Wizards on Deck with Hannah Montana, on 1 January from 2-3 pm. This triple crossover programming event will intersect three hit Disney Channel series and superstars.
Justin and Alex come on Deck aboard the SS Tipton, where comedy and mayhem rule between Zack, Cody, Hannah Montana & the Wizards! Zack and Cody attempt to retrieve tickets for a Hannah Montana concert in Hawaii, while Miley Stewart, en route to the concert on the SS Tipton, loses her mother‘s lucky anklet – triggering a streak of further bad luck! A trilogy of crossover episodes will reveal what happens next.
The 90-minute telecast of Wizards on Deck with Hannah Montana stars the casts of Disney Channel‘s Hannah Montana, Wizards of Waverly Place and The Suite Life on Deck including Tween icons Miley Cyrus as Hannah, Emily Osment as Lilly, Selena Gomez as Alex, David Henrie as Justin, Jake T Austin as Max along with Dylan & Cole Sprouse playing Zack & Cody, Brenda Song as London and Debby Ryan as Bailey.
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!
