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Overthetop Live Partners with Samsung TV Plus to Live Stream 93rd Lalbaugcha Raja Festival

Audiences will have direct access to the event pan-India subscription-free

Mumbai, India, September 11, 2026 — Overthetop Live’s Rangmanch Channel has announced the official national live stream of the 93rd Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal Festival on Samsung TV Plus India. This partnership will bring the spiritual majesty of Mumbai’s most iconic festival directly into the homes of millions of devotees across the country via Samsung Smart TVs and select connected devices.

This is the first live devotional-event on Samsung TV Plus Indiaand audiences will have access tothe high-definition live broadcast spanning the entire 11-day celebration, commencing on Ganesh Chaturthi, Monday, 14 September 2026, and concluding with the grand immersion procession on Anant Chaturdashi, Friday, 25 September 2026.

Located in the heart of Lalbaug, Mumbai, this legendary idol is universally recognized as India's most famous religious display. Affectionately revered as the "Navsacha Ganpati" (the Ganesha who fulfills all wishes), the pandal serves as a massive cultural and spiritual epicenter, drawing an astonishing 1.5 million pilgrims daily in person.

Kunal Mehta, General Manager and Head of Business Development, Samsung TV Plus India said “We are delighted to partner with Rangmanch to bring the divine and immersive experience of Lalbaugcha Raja directly into the homes of millions of viewers across India. Through the Rangmanch channel on Samsung TV Plus, devotees will have 24/7 access to the daily rituals, the vibrant atmosphere of the pandal and the profound devotion surrounding this iconic celebration. This partnership enables audiences across the country to experience virtual darshan from the comfort of their homes, bringing them closer to the spirit and grandeur of the festivities, wherever they may be.To enhance the festive spirit, we have also launched a dedicated festive curation on Samsung TV Plus featuring a line-up of channels with something special for every member of the family.”

“We are proud to partner with Samsung TV Plus to bring the 93rd Lalbaugcha Raja Festival to viewers across India. Through the Rangmanch channel, devotees will be able to experience the darshan, daily rituals and festive atmosphere live from their homes. This collaboration reflects OTTLive’s commitment to using connected-TV technology to make culturally significant events accessible to audiences across the country,” said Himanshu Agarwal, Founder, OTTLive.

Samsung TV Plus is a free streaming service that comes pre-installed on Samsung Smart TVs and selected devices, offering a wide range of channels, including news, sports, entertainment, and more. 

About Samsung TV Plus

Samsung TV Plus is a premium global entertainment service committed to delivering exceptional experiences for everyone and every moment. As a leader in FAST with more than 100 million monthly active users, Samsung TV Plus offers thousands of shows and movies on-demand all in one place. The streaming service carries nearly 5,000 ad-supported linear channels across 30 countries and is accessible exclusively on active Samsung devices. Samsung TV Plus is the exclusive FAST home to curated channels and live events including the livestream of KCON LA 2026, AajTak, Kings of Comedy and top digital Creators featuring Mark Rober TV and Challenge Accepted by Michelle Khare. Samsung TV Plus is available on Samsung TVs, Galaxy devices, Samsung Smart Monitor, and Family Hub, all subscription-free. To learn more, visit samsungtvplus.com. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn.

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About OTTLive

OTTLive is a broadcasting digital video solutions company providing live streaming, cloud playout, transcoding, FAST and connected-TV distribution, content delivery and monetization solutions. The company helps broadcasters and content owners distribute linear and live-event channels across leading OTT and connected-TV platforms in India and international markets. Through its technology infrastructure and distribution network, OTTLive enables reliable, scalable and subscription-free viewing experiences across smart TVs, mobile devices and web platforms. To learn more, visit www.ottlive.in.