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  • South cinestar Karthi captures the stories of WWE ‘Heroes & Villains’ and ‘Strength & Stunts’ in the latest Sony Sports Network films

    South cinestar Karthi captures the stories of WWE ‘Heroes & Villains’ and ‘Strength & Stunts’ in the latest Sony Sports Network films

    Mumbai: Sony Sports Network, the official broadcaster of WWE in India, has launched two blockbuster films featuring WWE fan and South cine superstar Karthi, further strengthening its commitment to customized and locally curated content around WWE in the South markets. The actor has delivered his own ode to WWE’s unique 100% pure sports entertainment by portraying “Heroes and Villains,” who complement each other along with their extraordinary “Strength and Stunts”.

    WWE has been embraced by the fans with open arms, consistently delivering high viewership and fostering an ever-growing fandom in the South market. Sony Sports Network remains committed to offering more than just WWE broadcast, and these films are an addition to their efforts in keeping the fans closer to their favourite WWE Superstars and all the mind-blowing action they bring week after week.

    Sony Pictures Networks India chief revenue officer –  Distribution & International Business and Head – Sports Business, Rajesh Kaul said, “WWE has a strong fanbase in South India and the region contributes to 41% of its reach in the country. As the home of WWE in India, we are thrilled to collaborate with Karthi and continue our efforts to narrate extraordinary stories in Tamil & Telugu that resonate with the audience. These films revisit the appeal of WWE that is driven by compelling characters along with high-octane stunts and we remain committed to bringing the best of pure sports entertainment to our viewers.”

    Karthi said, “Portraying the roles of WWE’s Heroes and Villains was definitely a memorable experience for me and it was exhilarating to watch them in action. WWE has a huge following in India, especially in the South market, and as a fan myself, I am thrilled to be collaborating with Sony Sports Network and WWE”

    Having assumed the roles of both heroes and villains in Indian cinema previously, Karthi perfectly blends into the characters and translates the power of WWE’s protagonists as well as antagonists. With his sheer passion and immaculate role play, Karthi has brought to life Sony Sports Network’s

    campaign for the WWE dedicated fanbase in the South market. The creative concept and the direction of the films was executed inhouse by Sony Sports Network.

    Film: Heroes and Villains

    Karthi leads us through the stories of WWE’s heroes and villains. WWE is a destination where different people with various personalities, styles, and attitudes come together, and aim to reach their ultimate goal. The film shows that heroes and villains co-exist to make WWE the greatest in the world.

    WWE Extraordinary Heroes & Villains ft. Karthi | Sony Sports Network (Tamil)

    WWE Heroes and Villains ft. Karthi (Telugu) | Sony Sports Network (Telugu)

    Film: Strengths & Stunts

    This film, featuring Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens, showcases incredible feats inside the WWE ring. The film captures high-class action, drama, and awe-inspiring displays of strength. Owens, Zayn, and Karthi express gratitude to fans for their unwavering support, inspiring WWE Superstars to provide thrilling entertainment.

    Strength & Stunts ft. Karthi, Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn | WWE | Sony Sports Network (Tamil) WWE Strength and Stunts ft. Karthi (Telugu) | Sony Sports Network (Telugu)

     

  • Sony Sports Network unveils mega films starring Karthi and WWE superstars Owens & Zayn.

    Sony Sports Network unveils mega films starring Karthi and WWE superstars Owens & Zayn.

    Mumbai: Sony Sports Network, India’s official broadcaster for WWE, has launched two mega films featuring South superstar Karthi alongside WWE Superstars Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. The exciting campaign ‘WWE means 100 per cent pure sports entertainment’ aims to elevate WWE’s popularity in India in the South markets, promising viewers an electrifying blend of Jabar Masti, Tagda Action and Jamkar Mazaa. The films showcase Sony Sports Network’s ongoing commitment to deliver exciting content as the home of WWE in India.

    The campaign films truly bring alive WWE’s essence of ‘100 per cent Sports Entertainment’ in its veracious sense. The films, which are beautifully localized in Tamil and Telugu, to suit the taste of the target audience, focus on those who seek thrill and entertainment in their daily life and WWE is the one-stop destination for finding the perfect blend of both. In addition, this message is relayed by South Superstar, Karthi along with WWE Superstars Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens in a never-before-seen avatar further adding to the appeal of the campaign. The films take the audience’s delight to the next level with Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn, who have won the hearts of WWE enthusiasts during their Hyderabad visit, adding a personalized touch by speaking in local languages.

    The two mega films are a testament to Sony Sports Network’s continuous efforts to bring fans closer to the biggest WWE Superstars while offering them all the thrilling action from the main WWE events live and exclusive on their TV sets.

    Film 1: One for the Action (75 secs)

    The film features Kevin, Sami and Karthi teaching a young thrill-seeker a lesson on how and why there is no need to perform risky bike stunts when you have WWE action LIVE on Sony Sports Network providing all the thrills.

    Film 2: One for the Entertainment (55 secs)

    The humorous film observes Karthi, Kevin, and Sami redirecting all curious onlookers, enjoying the excitement, of a public altercation to watch 100% pure sports entertainment action in WWE. More importantly, it conveys a message to spread love and cheer.

    Comments:

    Sony Pictures Networks India chief revenue officer distribution & international business and head – sports business Rajesh Kaul:

    “Sony Sports Network remains committed to bringing the excitement of WWE to fans in India, not only through thrilling TV action and live events but also through campaigns to strengthen our connection with the audience. We take pride in continuously consolidating our partnership with WWE to continue bringing engaging content to our passionate fans. The broadcast of WWE in Tamil and Telugu on Sony Sports Ten 4 has consistently witnessed an impressive viewership and our latest campaign, featuring South Superstar Karthi alongside WWE Superstars Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn, launched in Tamil and Telugu, takes a significant step towards our promise to cater to the South market.”

    South Superstar Karthi:

    “As a WWE fan, it gives me immense pleasure to be associated with Sony Sports Network and WWE in the ‘WWE means 100% pure sports entertainment’ campaign. WWE’s ability to enthrall audiences with gripping storylines and exhilarating performances sets it apart on the global stage. I am delighted to team up with WWE Superstars Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn to continue our promise to deliver all the thrilling WWE action live and exclusive in Tamil and Telugu on Sony Sports Network.”

    Sony Sports Network is the premiere destination for all the high-octane action and glittering entertainment from WWE in India. Watch the LIVE coverage of WWE RAW every Tuesday, WWE NXT every Wednesday and WWE SmackDown every Saturday on Sony Sports Ten 1, Sony Sports Ten 3 (Hindi) & Sony Sports Ten 4 (Tamil & Telugu) channels at 6:30 am IST.

  • John Cena meets Rajesh Kaul and Karthi ahead of WWE Superstar Spectacle in Hyderabad

    John Cena meets Rajesh Kaul and Karthi ahead of WWE Superstar Spectacle in Hyderabad

    Mumbai: WWE today returns to Indian shores with a live event for the first time since 2017 with WWE Superstar Spectacle at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad.

    WWE Superstar Spectacle also marks the return of arguably the biggest WWE Superstar of his generation, John Cena, who has come to India to perform for the first time ever. The thirteen-time WWE world champion met Sony Pictures Networks India chief revenue officer – distribution & international business and head – Sports business Rajesh Kaul in Hyderabad ahead of the sold-out show. Cena and Rajesh Kaul interacted about WWE Indian fans, Cena’s return to the ring and his first visit to India with WWE.

    Cena also met celebrated actor and South superstar, Karthi who posed for pictures together ahead of the show. Karthi was also seen recently filming a secret project with WWE Tag Team Kevin Owens and Sami Zayne.

    Along with Cena, WWE Superstars such as Seth ‘Freakin’ Rollins, Jinder Mahal, Natalya, Drew McIntyre, Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn and ‘The Ring General’ GUNTHER have made their way to India to participate at the event as they look to put on an exciting showcase of matches.