Kids
Disney ride wins Thea award
MUMBAI: The “Believe” killer whale show, produced at SeaWorld parks in San Diego, San Antonio and Orlando, and Walt Disney World‘s newest thrill ride, Expedition: Everest at Disney‘s Animal Kingdom theme park in Florida, were among 16 attractions worldwide honored at this year‘s Thea Awards ceremony. In a media briefing the industry group said that the new SeaWorld show “presents a lyrical storyline that incorporates powerful images, music audience interaction, and most of all, thrilling new human and animal interactions in an effectively staged and emotionally captivating presentation.” |
The Themed Entertainment Association (Thea), founded in 1991, is an international nonprofit organization representing 6,500 theme park industry creative specialists working in nearly 500 firms in 39 different countries. The Thea Awards were created in 1994 to recognize achievement, talent and personal excellence within the themed entertainment industry. |
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!
