Chennai : Colors Tamil’s latest offering in the scripted reality genre, ‘Colors Comedy Nights’. A roller-coaster ride of hilarity, the show will feature television’s hot favorite Mirchi Vijay in the lead along with three other budding comedians namely, Vaiga, Tamil Arasan and Vaidhya. Produced by Tharag Padaipagam, the show is set to premiere on January 12th and will air every Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 PM on Colors Tamil.
A first of its kind show in the Tamil television space, Colors Comedy Nights is set in the backdrop of the bustling Koyambedu bus stand. Emulating the quintessential common man, Vijay, Vaiga, Tamil Arasan and Vaidhya will be indulging popular celebrities in amusing conversations about trending topics and current affairs affecting our lives. The hour-long show will be spread across four intriguing segments and will also showcase celebrity guests undertaking series of exciting tasks that will leave the viewers in splits.
Commenting on the launch, Anup Chandrasekharan, Business Head, COLORS Tamil, said, “As a progressive channel we keep a tab on the constantly evolving taste of our viewers. Comedy as a genre has always been entertaining but one must know the right impulses to make a winning concept. COLORS Comedy Nights will be a mix of innocent smiles and loud laughter packaged in a striking and vibrant format with the characteristics of a common man at its helm. The show will be an enjoyable platform to watch these comedy kings discuss and converse with celebs about various events around us albeit in a humorous way.”
The first segment of the show will be a brief introduction of the four characters who belong to our heartland. Ammukutty – owner of the tea stall, Mr. Max – an alcoholic, Poimeiyappan – an aspiring politician and Shanthanamurthy – an IT professional. This will be followed by the entry of the celebrity guests ensuing a mirthful conversation leading to quirky tasks and eccentric take-aways. The final leg of the show will be set in a courtroom wherein the characters and celebrity are to solve a case that promises nothing but rollicking fun. The channel has roped in popular actor Karthi in the very inaugural episode of the show.
Commenting on the launch of COLORS Comedy Nights, Mirchi Vijay said, “I am excited to be associated with COLORS Tamil yet again for a path-breaking show, which is nothing short of laughter and entertainment. Comedy is a celebrated genre in Tamil Nadu and the one that witnessed the surge of many stars in the industry. I am thrilled to be hosting an innovative, intriguing comedy show that gives us an opportunity to interact with the legends of Tamil cinema and relive their memories. The format of the show is a unique and commendable effort by COLORS Tamil channel and I am confident that along with my co-stars on the show, will reach millions of hearts across the state.”
Colors Comedy Nights will air starting January 12th, every Saturday and Sunday at 9:30PM on Colors Tamil