Kids
Nick Jr to premiere new season of Dora the Explorer
MUMBAI: Nick Jr will premiere the fifth season of Dora the Explorer with a special week-long celebration that will begin with brand-new episodes from 15– 18 September at 10:30 am. (ET/PT).
The new season wll feature a new voiceover cast and new animated adventures. Dora will don an adolescent look in the new season.
In every new episode, Dora will meet a friend from a different cultural background (French, Mayan, Guatemalan, German et al) who will teach her a special skill. In the new season, Dora will use more math to help solve problems and will also teach pre-schoolers multi-word phrases in Spanish.
“Dora is an international icon and we are so excited to have fresh new talent to carry on her global legacy. It‘s our pleasure to welcome Caitlin and the new cast into the Nickelodeon family and we‘re confident that pre-schoolers will continue to play, explore and learn with Dora and her friends for years to come,” said Nickelodeon/MTVN Kids and Family Group president animation Brown Johnson.
Pre-schoolers can also see the new season with the Dora the Explorer Party Favorites CD, which will release on 9 September.
In the CD version, Dora takes children on a musical adventure while traveling to a fiesta. Dora the Explorer Party Favorites consists of 16 tracks, including a special party remix of Dora The Explorer theme with ‘Travel Song‘.
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!
