Tag: Pallavi Puri

  • Tata Play strikes the right chord with Apple Music offer for users

    Tata Play strikes the right chord with Apple Music offer for users

    MUMBAI: Tata Play is turning up the volume on value. The content distribution giant has teamed up with Apple Music to make subscribers’ playlists longer, livelier and best of all free for the first few months. The special promotional offer extends across Tata Play Binge, Tata Play Mobile app, and Tata Play Fiber, ensuring that no matter how subscribers tune in, they can do it to the sound of Apple’s iconic beats.

    The deal gives new Apple Music users a complimentary four-month subscription, while qualifying returning users can enjoy three months free before the regular plan of Rs 119 per month kicks in. The offer, available to all Tata Play customers across DTH, OTT, and broadband services, adds another note to the company’s mission of delivering “value beyond entertainment.”

    “At Tata Play, we’re constantly innovating to enrich our subscribers’ entertainment experience,” said Tata Play chief commercial and content officer Pallavi Puri. “This promotional offer gives our customers easy access to over 100 million songs, curated playlists, and live radio through Apple Music all integrated seamlessly with Tata Play platforms.”

    For Apple India, this partnership hits all the right notes. “Expanding our collaboration with Tata Play marks an important step forward in our growing partnership,” said Apple India director of content and services Shalini Poddar. “With the integration of Apple Music, we’re delivering a more immersive and personalised audio experience to Tata Play’s audience, bringing Apple Music to even more customers.”

    Subscribers can redeem the offer through a promo code, after which it transitions into a regular Apple Music plan. For Tata Play, the move amplifies its growing effort to blend entertainment ecosystems combining video, broadband, and now, music into a unified experience for Indian households.

    By adding Apple Music’s signature soundscape to its content mix, Tata Play isn’t just streaming shows anymore, it’s orchestrating an experience where every user can, quite literally, play it their way.

     

  • Tata Play unveils Marathi Classics

    Tata Play unveils Marathi Classics

    Mumbai: Tata Play introduced Marathi Classics, a new platform service dedicated to iconic movies and shows from the golden era of Marathi entertainment. Recognising its audience’s content preferences, this service will also feature a rich catalogue of kirtans, to cater to spiritually inclined viewers. Powered by ZEE Talkies, this latest addition aims to curate the finest Marathi titles and classic movie offerings that have a strong connect with the viewers.  

    This ad-free service contains a captivating lineup of Classic Marathi blockbusters which released post 1950’s, along with an impressive lineup of popular serials and kirtan recitals. Cult classics like Zapatlela, GupChup GupChup, Palva Palvi, Maherchi Sadi, Dev Manus are a part of the content lineup. Subscribers will get to enjoy movies featuring legendary actors like Ashok Saraf, Sachin Pilgaonkar, Laxmikant Berde, Dada Kondke, Varsha Usgaonkar, Jayshree Gadkar, Nilu Phule and many more. Daily soaps like Avantika, Vadalvaat, Abhalmaya, etc will also be brought back as part of the offering.

    Tata Play’s chief commercial and content officer, Pallavi Puri, said, “Yesteryear’s Marathi content is known for its beautiful portrayal of rich Maharashtrian culture. There is a dedicated fan base for such content and we, in partnership with ZEE Talkies, wanted to revive these timeless shows and films that are celebrated today as classics. We believe this eclectic curation will resonate deeply with our viewers, rekindling their nostalgia.”

    ZEEL head public & regulatory affairs and CRO-Affiliate sales Anil Malhotra further added, “We’re thrilled to partner with Tata Play to bring back the golden age of Marathi cinema. Marathi Classics is a testament to the enduring appeal of timeless storytelling. With this curated platform, we aim to reconnect audiences with iconic films and shows that have shaped Marathi entertainment.”

    The service is free for the first five days from the date of subscription; INR 1.5 per day will be charged thereafter. On-the-go viewing can be availed through the Tata Play Mobile App.

    Tata Play Marathi Classics joins Tata Play’s range of over 50 entertainment and infotainment Platform Services suitable across age groups and providing content across genres like Entertainment, Kids, Learn, Regional, Devotion and much more. For more information, log onto Tata Play Specials.

  • Targeted ads on Disney Star Network’s TV Entertainment channels deliver a remarkable windfall for brands

    Targeted ads on Disney Star Network’s TV Entertainment channels deliver a remarkable windfall for brands

    Mumbai: The introduction of a targeted advertising solution on Linear TV through a collaboration between Disney Star Network and Tata Play, is transforming the landscape for brands that have previously hesitated to engage with linear advertising. The concerns of spillover and large campaign outlays got allayed with the creation of this extremely premium & exclusive audience cohort lowering the barriers to entry significantly.

    Brands are seizing the opportunity to execute a high visibility campaign among Linear TV’s premium audiences, complementing their digital exclusive audience across mobile & CTV. This breakthrough innovation offering targeted ads on Disney Star Network’s HD entertainment channels and top-rated shows attracted one of India’s largest advertisers, Amazon which has executed three campaigns for Amazon Fresh and Prime Speed delivery. Flipkart launched their most important “Big Billion Day” campaign recently to access this affluent metro cohort. Brands from D2C, BFSI, Pharma, Media & Entertainment and FMCG have attained a significant push to their growth with these targeted campaigns on Linear TV.  

    “We are thrilled with the response received for our new Addressable Ads solution on our linear network of HD channels. Through this one-of-a-kind ad-solution launched in collaboration with Tata Play, we have introduced an array of possibilities for brands who have specific business objectives and want to target affluent metro audiences only. We look forward to many more successful campaigns during the festive season,” said Disney Star, Head of Entertainment, Ad Sales & Strategy, Dev Shenoy.

    Tata Play tested this differentiated ad product to enhance Linear HD audiences and drive app downloads for its OTT aggregation platform, Tata Play Binge. A high frequency 10-day Binge campaign delivered instantaneous impact. Tata Play chief commercial & content Officer Pallavi Puri remarked on the campaign’s success “To promote our Tata Play Binge campaign, we leveraged the addressable ads platform to effectively target the metro viewers of Disney Star Network’s HD channels, and it resulted in a 17% jump in app downloads. We believe this is a remarkable standard for efficacy and ROI.”

    Riversoft, a water softener start-up was one of the first brand campaigns on this new ad product and experienced a substantial double-digit growth in its E-commerce sales. Riversoft founder Ashutosh Kedawat commented on the enthusiastic consumer response to this campaign “We wanted to try out Linear TV for our ad campaign and we were looking for a plan with less spill over that helps us reach our target audience. Disney Star Network presented a plan targeting the top 8 metros which also coincided with our target audience. We were really delighted to see how well the campaign performed.”

    Other D2C brands and start-ups ventured into Linear TV advertising successfully using this pioneering ad product. Perfora, a GenZ first oral care brand that is reimagining teeth whitening with safe & effective solutions, in its inaugural TV campaign expanded its audience by tapping into millennials. The campaign saw a significant surge in website traffic and resulted in increased brand search volume during its run. Gourmet snack brand 4700BC, witnessed a sizable increase in quick commerce orders. Third Wave Coffee saw its store footfalls rise across Delhi NCR, Mumbai and Bangalore resulting in high double-digit revenue growth.

    While this one-of-a-kind ad product on Linear TV attracted many new brands, existing FMCG advertiser such as Freedom Oil leveraged this ad product to reach out to a niche audience cohort of Hindi content viewers in the Southern metros. 

  • Tata Play brings Star Plus’ iconic serials

    Tata Play brings Star Plus’ iconic serials

    Mumbai: Tata Play announced the launch of yet another sought-after offering – Tata Play Superhit Serials. Seeped in nostalgia, this new value-added service will bring back the shows of the 2000s for the subscribers. Powered by Star Plus, the service will feature the reruns of the channel’s most popular shows that touched the hearts of millions and still hold a strong cult following. The demand for such shows is considerable since they are no longer available on any TV channel.

    Tata Play Superhit Serials promises a captivating lineup of content that reigned supreme in that decade. Featuring strong-willed female protagonists and complex family dynamics, such as ‘Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii’, ‘Kasautii Zindagi Kay’, ‘Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan’, ‘Kaahin Kissii Roz’, as well as period dramas with rich collection of characters and stories like ‘Hatim’, ‘Dharti Ka Veer Yodha Prithviraj Chauhan’, and the must-watch romance drama ‘Navya’, the service will bring back the best of Star Plus shows from the 2000s.

    Commenting on the launch, Tata Play’s chief commercial and content officer Pallavi Puri said, “Our research revealed a significant demand for beloved classic shows. With a sizeable audience reminiscing about iconic properties like Kasautii, Kahaani, etc., we recognised the need to revisit and curate these groundbreaking programs that till date enjoys a strong resonance in the minds of the viewers. We collaborated with Star Plus to revitalize these gems and bring their timeless appeal back to families in the form of Tata Play Superhit Serials.”

    “We are thrilled to collaborate with Tata Play to bring back some of Star Plus’ most beloved serials that have left an indelible mark on Indian television. This initiative goes beyond merely reviving classics; it’s about reigniting the excitement and anticipation among our viewers who cherish these timeless stories and characters,” said Disney Star head – distribution and International Gurjeev Singh Kapoor. “Audiences, across generations, can fully immerse themselves in these shows, which still resonate today, through a seamless, ad-free viewing experience. Our commitment to delivering high-quality entertainment that resonates with viewers and stands the test of time remains at the core of everything we do,” he added.

    The reruns will feature popular actors such as Sakshi Tanwar, Shweta Tiwari, Ronit Roy, Urvashi Dholakia, Cezanne Khan, Ali Asgar, Rupali Ganguli, Haussain Kuwajerwala, Juhi Parmar, Sudha Chandran, Hiten Tejwani, Kiku Sharda, Anita Hassanandani, Eijaz Khan, Iqbal Khan and many more. Iconic characters like Prerna, Parvati, Komolika, Mr. Bajaj, Anurag Basu will return to Indian homes through this special offering. Tata Play subscribers can access these shows ad-free for a nominal fee of Rs 2 per day.

    Tata Play serials join Tata Play’s range of over 45 entertainment and infotainment Platform Services suitable across age groups and providing content across genres like Entertainment, Kids, Learn, Regional, Devotion and much more. For more information, log onto Choose Tata Play (formerly Tata Sky) DTH Services in India | Tata Play

  • Tata Play introduces anime local

    Tata Play introduces anime local

    Mumbai: Tata Play’s platform service portfolio gains momentum with its latest addition – Anime Local. Bringing the best of Japanese animation to audiences in India, Anime Local on Tata Play, is an ad free service available to all Tata Play subscribers in three different languages – Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam. For ease of access, the service will also be available simultaneously on the Tata Play mobile app for portable, on-the-move viewing.

    Anime Local on Tata Play seeks to entice the viewers with a large bouquet of curated anime content, from thrilling action epics to heartwarming coming-of-age stories, at just Rs. 2 per day.  The service will feature popular anime shows like Naruto, Sergeant Keroro, Ninjaboy Rantaro, Naruto Shippuden, Black Clover, Robotan, among many others, in Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam languages.

    Commenting on the successful launch of another niche programming service, Tata Play’s chief commercial and content officer, Pallavi Puri said, “The evolving preferences of our TV audiences have been the driving force behind the innovative programming we’ve envisioned for our platform services. Anime Local on Tata Play will be yet another jewel to our exhaustive offering. The palette for Anime content has been growing, and our new service will provide top notch content, to suit that growing appetite. We thank our partner Culver Max Entertainment for putting together this curation for us.”

    Adding to the same, Sony YAY! – business head (CMEPL) Leena Lele Dutta commented, “In today’s world, where innovation drives the evolution of entertainment, anime has emerged as a global sensation and is rapidly growing in India. To meet this growing enthusiasm, we are thrilled to launch ‘Anime Local’ with TATA PLAY, that aims to revolutionize the anime viewing experience for Indian fans.”

  • Tata Play Binge expands its entertainment gateway with discovery+

    Tata Play Binge expands its entertainment gateway with discovery+

    Mumbai: Discover a wealth of unique content from discovery+, now available on Tata Play Binge. The latest addition makes Tata Play Binge by far the largest aggregator of OTT apps, with over 30 homegrown and global apps under one roof.

    With a library of over 8500 hours of content transcending over 40 genres, discovery+ offers an extensive array of content, catering to a wide range of interests and preferences. From captivating documentaries that delve into nature, science, history, and exploration into immersive reality shows that provide unique insights into various cultures and lifestyles, to original series that offer compelling storytelling right from the heart of India, discovery+ is a treasure trove of distinctive content.

    “Bringing discovery+ to Tata Play Binge represents a huge step forward in expanding our content offerings. The partners’ colossal lineup does not only showcase a myriad collection of genres but also promises entertainment in multiple local languages. This collaboration opens doors to an extensive range of riveting narratives, ensuring our viewers have access to the best of what Discovery+ has to offer, all in one place,” said Tata Play’s chief commercial and content officer Pallavi Puri on another successful integration.

    Adding to it, Warner Bros. Discovery head of distribution & Eurosport, South Asia Ruchir Jain said, “We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Tata Play Binge. This partnership will enable their subscribers in India to seamlessly access discovery+ content. With our extensive library of exclusive documentaries, captivating series, and engaging originals, including acclaimed titles such as ‘Secrets of the Buddha Relics’, ‘History Hunter’, and ‘Star Vs Food: Survival’, we are dedicated to delivering unparalleled entertainment experiences to Indian households. Now, Tata Play Binge customers can enjoy discovery+ content on all their favourite devices.”

    Introducing a fresh outlook to the audience, discovery+ is known for its diverse blend of shows across Wildlife, Adventure, Science, Food, History, Mythology, Lifestyle, & Auto. Not just that, for Indian viewers, the platform is the go-to place for a wide-ranging archive of Indian narratives that are hitherto forgotten, neglected or previously unknown. The platform boasts some popular titles like 90 Day Fiance, Man VS Wild, Top Gear, #IndiaMyWay, Blue Planet, Secrets of the Koh-i-Noor, India’s Ultimate Warrior and many more.

    discovery+ will join other popular OTT platforms on Tata Play Binge like Apple TV+, Disney+ Hotstar, ZEE5, Lionsgate Play, Sun Nxt, Aha, Fuse+, Hallmark Movies Now, PTC Play, Animax, VROTT, STAGE, ReelDrama, Chaupal, Namma Flix, Planet Marathi, manoramaMAX, iStream, Tarang Plus, Hungama Play, ShemarooMe, Curiosity Stream, EPIC ON, Travelxp, DocuBay, ShortsTV, Playflix, KliKK, Distro TV, MX Player along with Gaming. Content from all these platforms is available to the viewers of Tata Play Binge through a single subscription and a single user interface. Additionally, Netflix can be availed as a combo pack with DTH channels for all Tata Play DTH subscribers whereas Amazon Prime Video content can be accessed as an add-on by all Tata Play Binge subscribers, who also have a DTH connection. Viewers can enjoy all 30+ apps on smartphones, large screen connected devices through LG, Samsung and Android smart TVs, Desktop, Laptop, Tablets, Tata Play edition of the Amazon FireTV Stick.

  • DistroTV joins the league of elite platforms on Tata Play Binge

    DistroTV joins the league of elite platforms on Tata Play Binge

    Mumbai: Tata Play Binge adds it’s 31 OTT platform with DistroTV, an independent, ad-supported streaming TV platform, to its offering. Featuring over 200 live and linear channels, the platform connects people’s passion points across entertainment, lifestyle, sports, news, business, documentaries, and international content. With a wide array of channels to choose from, DistroTV has something for everyone.

    The integration of DistroTV’s channels into Tata Play’s Binge platform is expected to enhance the viewing experience for Tata Play’s Binge subscribers, offering them additional choices in entertainment and news content. DistroTV features a curated, multicultural collection of 200 premium streaming channels. Viewers can access regular programming including an extensive repository of news, lifestyle, entertainment, fashion, and sports content through exclusive broadcasts on DistroTV. Be it niche sports content as available on Court Sports Network and Billiards TV, specialized pursuits like TED, Goalcast, Gusto TV, GQ, Bon Appetit and much more, the platform also caters to other specific tastes and appetites of the audience. For Indian content aficionados, DistroTV also offers popular genres like Bollywood, Music, Food, Business, Devotional and News through channels like Shemaroo Network, YRF Music, 9XM, Mastii, News 18 Channels, ABP Network, TV9 Network and more.

    Commenting on the new partnership, Tata Play’s chief commercial and content officer, Pallavi Puri, said, “We are thrilled to embark on this content partnership journey with DistroTV. Now with just 1 Tata Play Binge subscription, our customers can access DistroTV’s impressive and diverse range of 200+ Indian and International channels and over 30 OTT apps, across languages and genres, across smartphones, CTVs, and online.”

    “We are delighted to partner with Tata Play Binge, a renowned name in India’s digital entertainment landscape,” said Navdeep Saini, co-founder and CEO of DistroScale, the parent company of DistroTV. “This partnership is a significant milestone in our journey to expand our global presence. Bringing our array of free, live streaming channels to Tata Play’s Binge platform is a step forward in our mission to deliver diverse and dynamic content to audiences worldwide.”

    DistroScale APAC head Vikas Khanchandani commented on the partnership, “Our collaboration with Tata Play Binge represents a strategic alignment of our vision to democratize content and make it universally accessible. We are thrilled to bring DistroTV’s rich and varied content to Tata Play Binge’s audience, furthering our commitment to delivering exceptional viewing experiences across India.”

    DistroTV will join other popular OTT platforms on Tata Play Binge like Disney+ Hotstar, Apple TV+, ZEE5, Fuse+, Hallmark, MX Player, Lionsgate Play, Aha, VROTT, STAGE, Sun NXT, Animax, PTC Play, ReelDrama, Chaupal, Namma Flix, Planet Marathi, manoramaMAX, iStream, Tarang Plus, Hungama Play, FanCode, ShemarooMe, Curiosity Stream, EPIC ON, Travelxp, DocuBay, ShortsTV, Playflix, KliKK along with Gaming. Content from these platforms is available to the viewers of Tata Play Binge through a single subscription and a single user interface. Additionally, Netflix can be availed as a combo pack with DTH channels for all Tata Play DTH subscribers, whereas Amazon Prime Video content can be accessed as an add-on by all Tata Play Binge subscribers, who also have a DTH connection. Viewers can enjoy all 30+ apps on large-screen connected devices through LG, Samsung and Android smart TVs, through the Tata Play Binge+ Android set-top box, Tata Play edition of the Amazon FireTV Stick and www.TataplayBinge.com.

  • Star Sports, Tata Play, & Airtel Digital TV collab to elevate Tata IPL 2024 viewing experience

    Star Sports, Tata Play, & Airtel Digital TV collab to elevate Tata IPL 2024 viewing experience

    Mumbai: Star Sports Network, the official broadcaster of Tata IPL 2024, is poised to revolutionise content viewing with a range of innovative features designed to enrich the fan experience. This Tata IPL, Star Sports has played a pivotal role, leveraging cutting-edge technology, with the launch of 4K enabled Value Added Services (VAS) which will be available for subscription to Tata Play and Airtel Digital TV subscribers. Additionally, with a focus on interactivity, Star Sports has associated with Tata Play to elevate viewer engagement during this year’s Tata IPL season, introducing special features, Star Sports R.E.D. (Relive, Engage, Decode), accessible at the click of a button.

    “This Tata IPL 2024, the enthusiasm amongst fans is at an all-time high. Our association with Tata Play and Airtel Digital TV marks a significant stride towards enhancing the viewing experience for Tata IPL enthusiasts. The introduction of TATA IPL in 4K in the form of VAS stands as a monumental innovation, particularly revolutionizing sports viewing across the nation. We remain committed to serving fans with a holistic and comprehensive viewing experience, harnessing cutting-edge technology, thus enabling them with a best-in-class visual delight,” said Disney Star head – distribution and international Gurjeev Singh Kapoor.

    Commenting on the collaboration, Airtel Digital TV CEO Siddharth Sharma said, “4K service on TV is the next leap in television entertainment, promising viewers an unparalleled visual experience. Today, we are thrilled to be launching India’s first 4K service on Airtel Digital TV, just in time to bring even more immersive and breath-taking experience for cricket fans this IPL season.”

    “We are excited to partner with Disney Star to launch our new value-added service, Tata Play 4K. This new addition will help our viewers experience sports and entertainment content in a new immersive manner. In just INR 99/month, our subscribers will get to experience the pinnacle of visual excellence with unrivalled quality in stunning 4K resolution at the comfort of their homes. With this development we are not only elevating TV viewing as an interactive experience but also opening doors to exploring new blends of technology and quality for linear television,” said Tata Play chief commercial and content officer Pallavi Puri.

    With the launch of 4K as a value-added service (VAS), viewers of Tata Play and Airtel Digital TV will get an opportunity for an enhanced viewing experience, offering unparalleled clarity and detail, bringing every moment to life like never before. This is the first time Tata IPL can be viewed in 4K as a VAS platform service on TV and will be available for subscription to Tata Play and Airtel Digital TV viewers.

    Through Star Sports R.E.D. (Relive, Engage, Decode) features, Tata Play viewers can access a range of immersive features designed to enrich their engagement with the matches at the click of a button. This year, the special features will be available throughout the day and not just during the match. Content for three streams will be provided to viewers to Relive, Engage and Decode the sport like never before. Viewers will be able to ‘Relive’ the action through Key Moments and Highlights while the match is going on and get to view concise highlights later. A Star Cam will follow the captain or the star player live on the field, allowing fans to ‘Engage’ with the sport and also get to hear the player’s views after the match. Fans will be able to ‘Decode’ the sport through a live dynamic data feed and review the match with deep data insights later.

  • Animax now available on Tata Play Binge

    Animax now available on Tata Play Binge

    Mumbai: Anime fans now have a new destination to access popular Japanese anime content with Tata Play Binge’s latest partnership with Asia’s leading Japanese anime network, Animax. This comes at an opportune time when India’s palette has been growing for anime content, where viewers are not only emerging as a vibrant fan community but are also showcasing increased interest in Japanese culture and cuisine. Tata Play Binge subscribers will now be enjoying anime content at the touch of a button, through this partnership.

    Animax is currently one of the best destination for the best anime content from Japan and features world-class animated content including web series, movies, and much more for viewers to discover and explore. Animax will take viewers on an unparalleled journey into the world of anime with new and popular titles. Additionally, they will get to enjoy fan favorite anime blockbusters like Kuroko’s Basketball, Yashahime: Half Demon Princess, Black Clover, Naruto, Haikyu!! and others. Titles loved by Tweens like Y School Heroes will also be available to reach across different age groups.

    Subscribers also get to explore exclusive titles like Fruits Basket, Rent-a-Girlfriend, Orient, Black Clover, Naruto and numerous others. The platform will bring multiple hours of fresh programming to global anime enthusiasts’ providing access to the most exciting content.  

    Commenting on the new partnership, Tata Play’s chief commercial and content officer, Pallavi Puri, said, “The growing affinity of Indian viewers towards newer content genres, like K-dramas, sports, gaming and others is reassuring, as it opens up many opportunities for content curators like us. With Animax’s support, we are adding another genre to our growing bouquet of content spread – anime. Tata Play Binge viewers will now have a huge selection of popular anime content available to them at one place. With its vast mix of popular OTT apps and a wide range of content offerings, Tata Play Binge ensures that viewers derive maximum value from their subscription.”

    Talking about this partnership, KC Global Media co-founder, CEO and president George Chien, which owns the Animax network said, “We are thrilled to announce another strategic launch in India, working with Tata Play to launch Animax for the legion of passion anime fans. With its broad scope and all-embracing approach to content delivery, Tata Play is an ideal partner for us to expand and connect our worldwide archive of Japanese anime tiles to more anime fans across their platform, while sharing this beloved genre to new viewers as well.”

    Animax will join other popular OTT platforms on Tata Play Binge like Disney+ Hotstar, Apple TV+, ZEE5, Fuse+, Hallmark, MX Player, PTC Play, Lionsgate Play, Aha, VROTT, STAGE, Sun NXT, ReelDrama, Chaupal, Namma Flix, Planet Marathi, manoramaMAX, iStream, Tarang Plus, Hungama Play, FanCode, ShemarooMe, Curiosity Stream, EPIC ON, Travelxp, DocuBay, ShortsTV, Playflix, KliKK along with Gaming. Content from all these platforms is available to the viewers of Tata Play Binge through a single subscription and a single user interface.

    Additionally, Netflix can be availed as a combo pack with DTH channels for all Tata Play DTH subscriber whereas Amazon Prime Video content can be accessed as an add-on by all Tata Play Binge subscribers, who also have the DTH connection. Viewers can enjoy all 30 apps on smartphones, large-screen connected devices through LG, Samsung and Android smart TV’s, desktop, laptop, Tablets, Tata Play edition of the Amazon FireTV Stick and www.TataplayBinge.com.
     

  • Tata Play revives Kollywood’s cinematic heritage with launch of Tata Play Tamil Classics

    Tata Play revives Kollywood’s cinematic heritage with launch of Tata Play Tamil Classics

    Mumbai: Further enriching the rich tapestry of vernacular content offering, Tata Play has announced yet another value-added destination for Tamil Cinema lovers. Curating cinema from the golden era of Kollywood, from the 1950s to the 1990s, Tamil Classics is a one stop destination for all Tamil movies. With this expansion, Tata Play aims to strengthen its Classic portfolio offering which already features Classic TV and Classic Cinema for Hindi entertainment viewers, Telugu Classics for Telugu movie lovers along with Tata Play Hits that showcases evergreen English shows from the 80’s and 90’s.

    Tamil Classics will feature Original Thalaivas, legends, and icons, who are worshiped will now come to your homes with movies like Mangamma Sabatham (1985), Manvasanai (1983), Micheal Madhana Kamarasan (1990), Billa (1980), Kalyana Parisu (1979), Pattikattu Ponnaiya (1973), Iruthuruvam (1971), Yaar Nee (1966), Galatta Kalyanam (1968), Thaai Sollai Thattathey (1961), Naan (1967), Vazhavaitha Deivam (1959), Manohara (1954), Thanikku Pin Thaaram (1956) and others. Witness Revathi’s first film, Jayalalitha and MGR’s last film, Sivaji’s journey to stardom, superstar Rajnikanth’s swag and many more stories and reel dramas unfold. Enjoy the music maestro – Ilaiyaraaja’s music and laugh with the original laughter king – Nagesh.

    From the 50s & 60s, the programming will feature titles starring yesteryear heartthrobs, Ravichandran, Sivakuar, Jaishankar, Shivaji Ganesan, Gemini and MGR. From the enigmatic 70s, viewers will once again witness the magic of Muthuraman, Srividya Saroja Devi, Padmini, Jayalalitha, Vyjayanthimala and morewhile from the 80s mega stars like Rajinikanth, Sridevi, Kamal Hassan, Revathi will be seen in some of their biggest hits. With an ad-free lineup of myriad collection of movies presented 24×7, including one blockbuster each month and engrossing music segments every day, this new service is laced with nostalgia. Furthermore, to enhance the joy of viewing, Tata Play Tamil Classics will present restored (selected) editions of the timeless movies and ensure better transmission quality that will transport the audiences to the bygone era.

    Commenting on the same, Tata Play’s chief commercial and content officer, Pallavi Puri said, “Tata Play Value Added Services have been a growing asset for us, where we offer tailormade content services for our viewers with specific preferences.  With this recent addition of Tamil Classics we have enriched our Tamil content portfolio further and will be catering to viewers who have been in search of timeless Tamil classics from the 50’s to the 90’s era.”