Kids
Nickelodeon to premiere Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh on 5 December
MUMBAI: Nickelodeon is reuniting two of its most popular stars Drake Bell and Josh Peck in a two-hour original television movie, Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh. “Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh will showcase the classic buddy comedy viewers have come to expect in a big, bright, music and heart-filled holiday package. We expect this movie to be a contemporary holiday classic that families will be able to enjoy together for years to come,” said Nickelodeon EVP development and original programming Marjorie Cohn. The comic adventure unfolds as a mall Santa and his sack of toys — alias Drake and Josh — promise an adorable little girl that her foster parents and siblings will have “the best Christmas ever.”
The movie will premiere on 5 December at 8 pm.
The movie is written and executive produced by series creator Dan Schneider.
Nickelodeon‘s multi-platform offerings will include a special playlist of dedicated Merry Christmas Drake & Josh content. TurboNick and Nick‘s wireless and online syndication partners will feature sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes “Extra Scoops,” Vlogs, and replay of the special post premiere.
Nickelodeon also will highlight the movie in its November/December video-on-demand (VoD) offering.
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!
