Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, announced the launch of Comedy Central Asia on HyppTV, which went on-air on September 1st in Malaysia. The first and only all-comedy channel launched is available to be subscribed via ala carte option at RM9 per month, or via HyppTV’s value package under “HyppTV’s Mega Pack” and “HyppTV Platinum Pack” on HyppTV Channel 609.
The channel is also available on HyppTV Everywhere mobile app, making it accessible for Comedy Central HD viewers to watch, not just at home but on their portable smart devices, and PC as well. It also comes complimentary with a Video On Demand channel via Comedy Central HD On Demand (Channel 851).
“We are expecting to hear added roars of laughter in Malaysia! Comedy Central Asia’s expansion with TMNet’s HyppTV enables us to meet the growing demand for comedy entertainment anytime and everywhere across Malaysia. Hypp TV subscribers may enjoy fan favourites fresh from the U.S. like Emmy Award-winning The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and Saturday Night Live,with 24/7 access to first and exclusive Asia premiere comedy shows on linear television as well as personalized devices.” said Paras Sharma, Vice President of Comedy Central and MTV Brands and Digital Media, Viacom International Media Networks Asia.
“We are also excited to collaborate with a national pride and award-winning Malaysian-born comedian Ronny Chieng, who is being featured this September.”
