Kids
Nick to serve Olympic-themed episodes on animated shows
MUMBAI: With the Olympic games approaching, US kids broadcaster Nickelodeon is set to premiere four sports-themed episodes of animated shows The Fairly OddParents, The Backyardigans, Dora the Explorer and Ni Hao, Kai-lan from 1 August. The Fairly OddParents special episode called The Fairly Oddlympics will feature Olympic gold medalist Scott Hamilton as his toon self and in a live-action sequence.
The Backyardigans will kick off Nick Jr.‘s sports-themed premiere week from 4-8 August. Meteorologist Tyrone and sportscaster Pablo will play basketball with Grecian gods Austin, Uniqua and Tasha in Match on Mt. Olympus.
Meteorologist Tyrone and sportscaster Pablo operate out of a classic TV station in ancient Greece. Tyrone forecasts a sunny day, and Pablo wants to play basketball until suddenly it starts to rain. In this new episode, which features a samba soundtrack, the duo travel to Mt. Olympus to try to convince the god of weather to make it stop raining.
The new episode of Dora the Explorer will show Dora and her friends go on a “super adventure race” in We‘re a Team, while Kai-lan will attempt a T-Rex footprint jump in the Dinosaur Games in Sports Day, the new Ni Hao, Kai-lan episode.
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!
