Airtel Expands Entertainment Offerings with Exclusive Launch of Airtel Cartoon Network Classics
• The exclusive ad-free channel offers timeless favourites like Tom & Jerry, Looney Tunes and Scooby-Doo across all Airtel set-top boxes
• Priced at ₹59 per month, the channel is accessible on all Airtel Digital TV platforms
Lucknow, 29 December 2025: Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, today announced the launch of “Airtel Cartoon Network Classics”, an exclusive value-added channel on Airtel Digital TV, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery. The new offering brings together some of the most iconic animated franchises from Cartoon Network, creating a dedicated destination for timeless, family-friendly entertainment.
Airtel Cartoon Network Classics revives a beloved lineup of animated favourites including Tom & Jerry, The Flintstones, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Johnny Bravo, and several other classic titles. Curated for audiences who grew up with these much-loved shows, the channel also allows families to introduce a new generation to animated stories that shaped popular culture in the ’90s and early 2000s—and continue to resonate today.
Commenting on the launch, Pushpinder Singh Gujral, DTH Business Head, Airtel, said:Airtel Cartoon Network Classics adds a unique entertainment layer to our portfolio and offers customers a chance to reconnect with iconic stories and characters that are loved even today. We are pleased to make this channel available to all our DTH and IPTV users and look forward to bringing more such experiences to our customers.”
The ad-free channel is priced at ₹59 per month and is available on Channel 445 in both English and Hindi. It can be accessed across all Airtel set-top boxes—including connected devices such as Xstream and IPTV, as well as non-connected HD and SD boxes—ensuring uninterrupted viewing without the need for additional equipment.
Speaking about the collaboration, Arjun Nohwar, Managing Director – South Asia, Warner Bros. Discovery, said:Cartoon Network Classics celebrates the enduring legacy of characters and stories that have entertained audiences worldwide for generations. At Warner Bros. Discovery, our focus is on keeping these stories accessible and relevant for today’s audiences. Through our collaboration with Airtel, we are pleased to bring these iconic favourites to Indian screens in a new and accessible format, enabling fans to reconnect with cherished childhood memories while introducing a new generation to the original cartoons that helped shape global pop culture.”
This collaboration further strengthens Airtel’s growing portfolio of value-added entertainment services, reinforcing its commitment to delivering high-quality, distinctive, and family-friendly content. With the exclusive launch of Cartoon Network Classics, Airtel continues to expand its content leadership and deepen engagement with viewers across age groups.
Customers can activate Airtel Cartoon Network Classics directly through their set-top box, by giving a missed call, or via the Airtel Thanks app. With multiple easy activation options, subscribers can start enjoying their favourite classic cartoons within seconds—without complex steps or waiting times.