Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd. has launched a new Hindi movie channel, ‘Shemaroo Josh,’ marking a significant shift in its broadcasting strategy. The new channel, which evolves from the company’s previous youth-focused brand, ‘Chumbak TV,’ aims to capitalize on India’s immense love for cinema by offering a lineup of high-energy blockbusters.
The channel’s library will feature a diverse range of films, from action and drama to romance and comedy. Confirmed titles for the channel’s programming include popular movies like PK, Animal, Kantara, KGF, Bahubali, Waltair Veerayya, 12th Fail, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2.
According to the company, ‘Shemaroo Josh’ is a “natural extension” of Shemaroo’s long-standing legacy in the Indian entertainment industry. The channel will be widely accessible, launching on DD Free Dish, all major DTH platforms, and cable networks to ensure it reaches households across the country. Specific channel numbers have been announced for some platforms: DD Free Dish (53), Tata Play (383), Airtel Digital (220), Dish TV (414), D2H (365), and Sun Direct (358).
Key Highlights:
- New Channel Launch: Shemaroo Entertainment has launched a new Hindi movie channel called ‘Shemaroo Josh,’ which replaces its former youth-focused channel, ‘Chumbak TV.’
- Blockbuster Lineup: The channel will broadcast a mix of classic and contemporary hit movies across various genres, including action, drama, romance, and comedy.
- Wide Availability: ‘Shemaroo Josh’ is available on DD Free Dish, all leading DTH platforms (with specific channel numbers provided for some), and cable networks.
