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  • New shows, movies and exciting contests all month long on Cartoon Network & POGO

    New shows, movies and exciting contests all month long on Cartoon Network & POGO

    MUMBAI: Turner International India is pulling out all the stops to continue its reign in 2014 in the kids’ genre with new content, magnanimous contests and ultimate entertainment on POGO and Cartoon Network! Kids are in for an unbridled dose of humour, adventure and excitement with new and popular characters!

     

    CARTOON NETWORK

     

    Defeat bad guys and win loads of prizes this Republic Day by tuning-in to special Roll No. 21 and Oggy and the Cockroaches episodes all day long! That’s not all! Every half an hour kids will get a chance to win exciting prizes on the Republic Day weekend. All they have to do is tune in to Cartoon Network from 12pm onwards on January 25 & 26, 2014 to win the treasured prizes.

    Be ready to enjoy Fridays like never before with Oggy’s Fun Friday. Get a chance to win a fun day out with your friends at the movies, shop till you drop, eat out with your friends and many more prizes including exclusive Cartoon Network merchandise. All kids have to do is tune-in to Cartoon Network every Friday throughout the month from 1pm onwards and answer the simple game based questions!

    Bringing kids more of their favourite shows, new episodes of Roll No. 21 continue to air at 1pm, Oggy and the Cockroaches wreck mayhem at 5pm and Cartoon Network Popcorn entertains with the best movies on weekends at 12pm. For more fun, keep tooning in to Cartoon Network and www.cartoonnetworkindia.com.

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    POGO has a new superhero this year who is cute, funny, naughty and haughty. Catch the adventures of Obochama Kun, a brand new series every Monday to Friday at 12pm on POGO.

    It’s double celebrations on POGO on January 26, 2014. In addition to celebrating Republic Day, POGO is also premiering a new movie called Chhota Bheem – Neeli Pahaadi at 12pm! Kids can also win exciting merchandise by participating in the Republic Day contest from January 20-26 every day from 10am onwards only on POGO.

    Everyone’s favourite laddoo-eating superhero Chhota Bheem has nonstop entertainment in store for his fans. Tune in to the Chhota Bheem Film Festival on POGO from January 15 to 25 every day at 5pm for back-to-back movies.

    Krishna Desai, Sr. Director & Network Head – Kids, South Asia, Turner International India Pvt. Ltd. said, “Every year we aim to bring shows and characters that captivate and entertain children. This year as well, we have an exciting blend of new and popular shows, movies and franchises coupled with engaging contests and online activations that is sure resonate with kids. We are thrilled to be the genre leader in 2013 and will make every stride to ensure the same in 2014.”   

    So buckle your seatbelt because it is going to be an exhilarating ride replete with new shows and movies, exciting contest with over the top prizes and more of your favourite cartoons!

     

  • Chrome Data: Religious channels lead the chart in week 52

    Chrome Data: Religious channels lead the chart in week 52

    MUMBAI: It’s ironical to note that in the week when everybody is up for some celebration – partying, enjoying and vacationing – the viewership of religious channels have increased. Is it that the elders at home have got an easy access to the channels they want to watch in the absence of the younger members of the family? Or, is it that people at large want to wash off their sins at the yearend by spending some time in spiritual viewing?

    Whatever the reasons may be, we are saying all this because in the week 52 of Chrome opportunity to see (OTS), the religious channels are leading the chart. The genre gained 1.5 per cent as per the data provided by Chrome Data Analytics & Media. Among all the religious channels, Aastha ruled with 98.3 per cent in the Hindi speaking markets (HSM).

    And not that the viewers just enjoyed the bhajans and spiritual lessons, they were in for some musical retreat as well. The music channels were at the second position in the week 52. The music genre in the HSM gained 0.5 per cent with Sony Mix ahead of other channels with 88.5 per cent OTS.

    The Kids genres across India and English news channels in the eight metros didn’t witness much change as compared to last week. However, the genres were in the top four. While Cartoon Network leads in the kids’ genre with 87.3 per cent, Times Now led in the news category with 90.4 per cent OTS.

    As for the bottom four, English entertainment channels saw a huge drop with 3.8 per cent in the eight metros. Star World overtook AXN to gain the first position with 81.1 per cent.

    The business channels couldn’t grab the viewers attention even after special line-ups featuring the high and low points of the year 2013. The genre in the eight metros saw 1.9 per cent drop with CNBC Awaaz leading the way with 83.8 per cent.

    English movie channels and Hindi news channels in the eight metros and HSM, respectively, saw a dip with former witnessing a drop by 0.6 per cent and latter by 0.4 per cent. Pix was at the top with 88.4 per cent, while Aaj Tak registered 94.6 per cent OTS.

  • CN award honours ‘toon’ characters

    CN award honours ‘toon’ characters

    MUMBAI: It was a night of entertainment, humour, excitement and celebration of cartoon legacy. It was also the night of mesmerising performances, laugh-out-loud gags and cartoon mega stars entertaining over 8,000 kids and parents. The occasion was the first edition of ‘Cartoon Network Super Toons Awards,’ held at MMRDA grounds, Mumbai on 8 December.

    This first of its kind award show for cartoons, ‘Cartoon Network Super Toons’ gave children the opportunity to vote for their favourite characters, shows, gags and other iconic moments from Cartoon Network. The winners were chosen after a month long on-air, digital and on-ground (via School Contact Programmes and road shows) campaign. It was during this that the kids were asked to log onto www.cartoonnetworkindia.com and vote across categories.

     

    The ‘Cartoon Network Super Toons Award’ categories underlined the traits of the toons that make them popular with the children. Therefore, categories like Badmaash Toon, Biggest Dhamaka, Bhukkad Award, Ha Ha He He Award, Dumb Dumb Award, etc. were included in the list of awards. The biggest award for the evening was ‘CN Super Toon of the Year’ and was jointly won by Ben 10 and Kris.

    Turner International India senior director & network head – kids, south Asia Krishna Desai said, “At Turner, we have always pushed boundaries when it comes to innovative entertainment for kids and families. ‘Cartoon Network Super Toons’ gave children an interactive opportunity to not only vote for their favourite shows but also live the experience of Cartoon Network heritage at its biggest and best event yet.”

  • Stan Lees Chakra: The Invincible to premiere on Cartoon Network on November 30 at 12pm

    Stan Lees Chakra: The Invincible to premiere on Cartoon Network on November 30 at 12pm

    MUMBAI: As the year comes to an end, kids will have a new Indian hero to cheer for with unique superpowers and a will to defeat all evil! Legendary writer – Stan Lee’s first ever Indian superhero Chakra: The Invincible premieres on November 30 at 12pm only on Cartoon Network.

    The recently announced partnership between Cartoon Network, Graphic India and POW! Entertainment will bring to life a new superhero of local origin. Chakra: The Invincible tells the story of Raju Rai, a young Indian boy living in Mumbai. Raju and his mentor, the scientist Dr. Singh, develop a technology suit that activates the mystical chakras of the body. When Raju dons the suit, he discovers superpowers and vows to use his newfound abilities to protect and serve. Using his amazing powers, Chakra must save the city and the world from super villains!

    Chakra also comes bearing gifts for his young fans. To win exciting prizes from Cartoon Network, all kids have to do is log onto to www.cartoonnetworkindia.com and play the Chakra: The Invincible contest!

    Acclaimed Indian artist, Jeevan J. Kang, SVP Creative at Graphic India, oversaw the visual development and created the character designs and art for the project working closely with Mr. Lee and Devarajan to bring Chakra’s story to life.

  • Cartoon Network to distribute Asia-Pacific developed series globally

    Cartoon Network to distribute Asia-Pacific developed series globally

    MUMBAI: Cartoon Network that has started production on a new Asia Pacific-made series that is being developed for global distribution.

     

    Exchange Student Zero, a series where fantasy becomes reality when the dark forces from a tactical anime card game are unleashed on our world, will be ready to air in 2015. The series would be the first one to be developed in the Asia-Pacific region and telecast across the world. However, the Network’s movies develop in the region has been released on a global level earlier.

     

    Another new project in the pipeline for the leading kids’ network is Monster Beach, an original TV special that will also be available internationally.

     

    “Since the very early days at Cartoon Network in Asia Pacific we have produced local content,” says Cartoon Network Chief Content Officer Mark Eyers. “Exchange Student Zero confirms our continued commitment to producing exclusive and compelling creator-driven local content with export potential.”

     

    The show’s director, Patrick Crawley from Bogan Entertainment Solutions (BES) in Australia, adds, “It’s fantastic that we’ll be able to turn this character-driven, inter-dimensional story into a complete Cartoon Network series. Our Australian animation creative team is a formidable talent and we’re thrilled to have the chance to work with an international broadcaster to bring Exchange Student Zero to a global audience.”

  • Cartoon Network celebrates superhero Kriss birthday with Pune kids on Childrens Day

    Cartoon Network celebrates superhero Kriss birthday with Pune kids on Childrens Day

    MUMBAI: For the first time ever, Cartoon Network celebrated the birthday of super student and super hero Kris from Roll No. 21 on November 14! In addition to all the on-air hoopla, Kris made his birthday extra special by celebrating it with some of India’s less fortunate kids.
    The children of Pune’s Bhartiya Samaj Seva Kendra (BSSK) were treated to a double surprise and party when Cartoon Network not only celebrated Kris’s birthday but also Children’s Day with them. The event brought a million watt smile to the faces of these young children, who deserve all the happiness.

    Over 50 children were seen having a ball of a time watching Roll No. 21 episodes, playing games, winning special prizes and dancing. However, the highlight of the day was when Kris put up a stellar performance and involved kids in it! The event climaxed with the kids cutting Kris’s birthday cake and receiving photographs with their favourite superhero.

    Krishna Desai, Sr. Director & Network Head – Kids, South Asia, Turner International India Pvt. Ltd. said, “We are excited to be celebrating the birthday of Kris from Cartoon Network India’s first originally animated series – Roll No. 21! Throughout the years, our aim has always been to give kids the ultimate experience by entertaining them on TV and beyond. By associating with Bhartiya Samaj Seva Kendra in Pune we hope to make Children’s Day special for these children and give them a memory to cherish with their favourite superhero.”

    “We are very excited to have Cartoon Network celebrate Kris’s birthday with the children at BSSK on the occasion of Children’s Day. Kris brings an adventure for the children in their routine lives. It portrays a story to feel safe from the evil, to differentiate between good and bad, captures their imagination and thoughts to enjoy and have fun. Kris lights up a smile to every child’s face,” said Maina Shetty, Assistant Director, Bharatiya Samaj Seva Kendra.

    Kids can also join in the celebrations of Children’s Day and Kris’s birthday by tuning in to Cartoon Network on November 14 from 12pm onwards for back-to-back Roll No. 21 episodes, movies and specials!

  • Close What do buyers want?

    Close What do buyers want?

    CANNES: That they’ve come to Mip Junior looking for kids’ content doesn’t really mean they are clear about what they want to buy. Which is where the conference titled ‘What do buyers want’ stepped in and did some much-needed hand-holding.

    Moderated by C21 Media editor-in-chief and managing director David Jankinson, with panellists including Nickelodeon senior VP, global acquisitions and international programming Jules Borkent; The Walt Disney Company SVP, programming, scheduling, multi platform and acquisitions Paul DeBenedittis; RTL Disney Fernsehen head of acquisition and co-productions Frank Dietz; and Cartoon Network VP content acquisitions and co-productions Adina Pitt, ‘What do buyers want’ concentrated on the proliferation of devices and platforms for kids’ entertainment.
    DeBenedittis said: “We don’t really think of ourselves as just a linear TV screen. Today, content is a means to distribute the message about the Disney brand, no matter where the audiences are.”

    Added Pitt: “The number of screens from where kids can consume our content has increased. So, the focus now is to provide the best possible content on the screens that are being used widely.”

    With viewers today moving faster than channels, this was probably the best time for producers to be in the business of kids’ content, Pitt pointed out.

    DeBenedittis spoke about how audiences are just a click away. “Considering the amount of content one can watch online, viewers have moved from the remote to just a click. Channels are competing with YouTube. But what is different about us is that we can tell a story,” he said.

    Pitt spoke about how channels were concentrating more on comedy content for kids. “Kids come to us to laugh. So even if it is mystery or action or drama, our content always comes with a bit of humour and it works well with our core target audience. Ben 10 being the biggest example,” said Pitt.

    Ditto for Nickelodeon. “We are looking at pure comedy. Kids want to laugh and that is what brings them to us,” said Borkent.

    Pitt said their budgets were so tight they could not afford to buy anything that was less than extraordinary. Nickelodeon, which had launched an app earlier this year, was now creating content specifically for it, including some digital commissions, which according to Borkent, could be developed into a TV show.

    Even channels like Cartoon Network were flipping through the internet to see if there was anything interesting to be converted into content. “There are numerous ideas in the internet, some brilliant. People just need someone to help them tell the story better. So we are always looking for something that is undiscovered,” revealed Pitt.

    DeBenedittis cautioned against the tendency to develop any single platform in isolation. “Developing content for only one platform is not the most efficient way to leverage resources. It is about using the platform to distribute content as opposed to being very focused on a platform and developing content specifically for it,” DeBenedittis said.

  • Move over Krrish, Kid Krrish is here

    Move over Krrish, Kid Krrish is here

    Before the third installment of the Hrithik Roshan-starrer Krrish hits theatres this November, another superhero by the same name, albeit in a kid avatar, is set to storm the home box office.

     

    Come 2 October, the first of a four-part animation series titled Kid Krrish – a joint venture between Rakesh Roshan’s production house Film Kraft, Turner, and Toonz Animation – will premiere exclusively on Cartoon Network at 12.00 pm (CN Popcorn hour).

    Krrish is a family film, whereas Kid Krrish is only targeted at children; so we are clear about our target group expounds Rakesh Roshan

     

    The animation telly-film will see superhero Krrish’s (kid) namesake fighting an evil scientist and keeping him from getting his hands on a precious artifact that he is eyeing. According to the makers, Kid Krrish is about Krishna’s journey of self discovery, and will surely resonate with children of all ages. Add to that, the film will have Jadoo, the lovable alien from the Krrish franchise, who helps Kid Krrish realise his true powers.

    The announcement was made in the presence of Film Kraft Productions’ director Rakesh and his superstar son Hrithik Roshan, while there was no representation for Toonz at the event.

     

    About Kid Krrish, Rakesh said: “It is for the first time that a Bollywood character is set to get an animated version. The character of Krrish has been idolised by every child in India and has become an iconic super hero. Krrish is a family film, whereas Kid Krrish is only targeted at children. So we are clear about our target group. Toonz Animation has done a great job and if the movie does well, we will continue making it for years to come.”

    Kid Krrish will premiere on Cartoon Network on
    2 October at 12 pm

     

    About the partnership, Turner International India Sr. director and network head – kids, south Asia Krishna Desai said: “Turner has been a pioneer in terms of content and we believe that with Cartoon Network and Pogo, we have always provided a full consumer experience and will continue to strive for that. The coming together of three legendary companies in the form of Film Kraft, Toonz Animation and Turner will certainly be a mutually beneficial endeavour.”

     

    What really led to this collaboration? “We were approached by Film Kraft to make a live animation movie on Krrish. We took things forward but tried to reason that if we were trying to connect with children, then we would have to portray Krrish as a kid. So that’s how the idea of Kid Krrish came about,” said Desai.

    So what did Hrithik think of Kid Krrish? “See, before you ask me what are my expectations from the film, I have already got the best compliment from my two sons Hrehaan and Hridhaan… They are completely in love with Kid Krrish,” said the actor.

     

    Asked about similarities about the two superheroes, he said: “See, I don’t know about similarities, but Kid Krrish is certainly better than Krrish (jokes). Well, both stand for the same thing, both have a child alive inside them, both have their share of struggles, and both fend off evil.”

     

    Taking a moment to relive some of his childhood memories, Hrithik said: “Animation has been a big influence in my formative years. I still remember watching Popeye but I never used to love spinach. Though later, I got to know its importance and now, I basically survive on it. I also loved Tom & Jerry and the Justice League.”

    Coming back to the children’s superhero franchise, the first film will air on CN on 2 October followed by three more films in the coming six months to one year. All four films will be exclusively premiered on Cartoon Network. While the second film is already in production, the third and fourth films are at different stages, and will get into production in the coming months.

    Krishna Desai believes the coming together of three legendary companies in the form of Film Kraft, Toonz Animation and Turner will certainly be a mutually beneficial endevour

     

    The music of Kid Krrish has been scored by Aditya Sorab and the lyrics have been penned by Kausar Munir. Apparently, the title song is extremely catchy and will strike a chord with children thanks to its simple lyrics and soulful rendition.

     

    Was there any reason for selecting 2 October as the date for the premiere? Said Desai: “Since it’s a national holiday, we are sure that everyone will be able to enjoy the movie. Also, as for the 12:00 pm telecast time, well that is the prime time for Cartoon Network.”

     

    Elaborating on the promotional plans, Desai said: “Well, 95 per cent of the promotional activity will be carried out by Cartoon Network itself. We will do our bit to promote it digitally and also push it through OOH presence.”

     

    But isn’t it a fact that creating an original animation in India would do better with our audiences? “See, what I believe is the fact that be it any language, content is what matters in the end. So whether it’s Kris in Roll No 21 speaking in Hindi or Ben 10 talking in Hindi, what eventually strikes a chord with children is – if they can relate with the characters on the show, the show will be a success, no matter which language it is in,” Desai shot back.

     

    Would Turner be venturing into more animation films after Kid Krrish? “It completely depends on the idea and the script, because making a live action animation is a tough task, but if something interesting and worthwhile comes along, we will definitely consider it,” Desai concluded.

     

  • Turner partners with Reliance MediaWorks for post-production services

    Turner partners with Reliance MediaWorks for post-production services

    MUMBAI: In a move that further consolidates its in-market operations, Turner International India has announced the establishment of creative services in India for its entertainment networks including Cartoon Network, Pogo and WB. Turner has commissioned one of India’s leading film and entertainment services company, Reliance MediaWorks (RMW), to provide the full gamut of post-production services.

    With in-market end to end capabilities that will be a combination of in-house creative and outsourced production resources, this initiative will enable Turner to be even more poised in responding to market requirements.

    The services provided by RMW will include complete post production of on-air promotions including video editing, voice over recording, music/audio mixing, animation based graphics and visual effects, and digital mastering.  

    Turner International India south Asia MD Siddharth Jain said, “Turner has been consistently ahead of the curve with a proven track record of successful localisation of our brands. It was way back in 2001 when Cartoon Network premiered local content and our home-grown network Pogo bears testament to this success by becoming the kids’ favourite and India’s number one. We are confident this new move will give us further competitive advantages in this dynamic and constantly-evolving consumer and business landscape, especially as we seek to build on Turner’s strategic shift to further empower local markets.” He adds, “We are happy to work alongside Reliance MediaWorks and we look forward to continue the delivery of quality content on our leading platforms.”

    Commenting on the occasion Reliance MediaWorks CEO Venkatesh Roddam said, “We are pleased to be able to offer a one-stop production facility by combining the latest in television studio technology with the most experienced personnel to create winning solutions for Turner. This is just the beginning of a long and fruitful relationship with Turner and we look forward to further cooperation in the future.”

  • Ditto TV partners with Turner International India

    Ditto TV partners with Turner International India

    Ditto TV, India’s first OTT (Over-The-Top) TV distribution platform from Zee New Media, the digital arm of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (Zeel), further strengthened its content offering, by partnering with Turner International India adding three of their globally renowned  channels – CNN International, Cartoon Network and Pogo to its bouquet.

    Ditto TV subscribers will have access to top news stories across the globe via a live feed of CNN International. CNN International’s coverage of news and current affairs will be available via news packages and programs such as Amanpour, Fareed Zakaria GPS and International Desk. Subscribers will also be able to get the latest updates and current trends in global economy, travel, environment, arts and entertainment in the expert voices of CNN anchors and special correspondents including Richard Quest, Philippe Cousteau and Anthony Bourdain.

    Ditto TV launches its kids’ genre with the addition of India’s leading kids’ channels, Cartoon Network and Pogo. Cartoon Network comes with a global legacy of being kids’ favourite cartoon channel and Pogo is currently the reigning kids’ channel in India. The looped feeds of Cartoon Network featuring hit series such as Ben 10, Dexter’s Laboratory, The Powerpuff Girls, Johnny Bravo, etc. and Pogo featuring popular shows such as M.A.D., F.A.Q., CIA, etc., will treat Ditto TV subscribers to an exciting blend of the best of international and local shows.

    Speaking about the partnership, Ditto TV business head Manoj Padmanabhan said, “Our focus is to offer consumers access to the largest collection of premium content, spread across diverse genres, along with rich on-demand video capabilities. Kids’ programming is a growing genre, and Turner India enjoys a lion’s share of the market. There is an ever- growing appetite for international news amongst Indian consumers and live feed from CNN International will provide consumers instant access to the latest on the digital device of their choice. This partnership will further accentuate the experience of seamless video viewing and we are confident that our customers will enjoy the variety that it brings to the Ditto TV offering.”

    Since its inception in February 2012, Ditto TV has already partnered for content with Multi Screen Media (Sony Entertainment Television), TV Today Network, BBC, ZEE, BIG CBS Love and BIG CBS Prime. Today, Ditto TV offers 60 channels across leading genres and rich on-demand video content.