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TV shows back in the days were like a box of assorted chocolates for us kids, surprising us with different flavors of fun
Dora the Explorer:
Imagine being a kid exploring the countryside with just a map, backpack and your pet—this was Dora the explorer in a nutshell.
Imagine it is 2 P.M., and you are back from school, your school bag weighing you down. You toss it aside, grab your lunch, put on the TV and step into a magical world, where marvelous characters take you on a joyride. The TV shows back in the days were like a box of assorted chocolates for us kids, surprising us with different flavors of fun. Today, we are living in a different world as adults, yet those childhood classics still hold a special place in our hearts. While we can’t go back to those times, we can still reconnect with our cherished characters from these shows.
Shivangi Sharma, Chief Entertainment Officer, Excitel curates a list of 5 nostalgic TV shows on OTT for a trip down the memory lane.
- Malgudi DaysThe name Swami is enough to evoke a sense of nostalgia for every 90s kid, taking us back to the fictional yet fascinating world of Malgudi Days. The popular serial was based on short stories by R.K Narayan, depicting the lives of Malgudi’s inhabitants from different walks of life. With a stellar cast (Girish Karnad, Anant Nag), R.K Laxman’s (Narayan’s younger brother) vintage sketches, and simplistic storytelling, the show was a favorite among kids. Enjoy the episodes on Amazon Prime to experience a different world, away from today’s gadget-filled life.
- Dora the ExplorerImagine being a kid exploring the countryside with just a map, backpack and your pet—this was Dora the explorer in a nutshell. The Nickelodeon show was an interactive and educational adventure mapping the journey of Dora, her trusty backpack, her map and her pet monkey, Boots. Relish this childhood classic on Amazon Prime.
- ShaktimaanWhile America had Superman, India had its own superhero: Shaktimaan. Mukesh Khanna became a household name, playing the titular role and fighting evil forces. It was every 90s kid’s dream to gain superpowers like Shaktimaan and save the world. Stream all the episodes on Amazon Prime to uncover the story of India’s first superhero.
- Bob the BuilderDid you ever dream of becoming an ace architect while playing with LEGO blocks as a kid? Well, then Bob the Builder was responsible for the inspiration. This British animation series followed Bob and his team as they tackled repair and renovation projects. The series brilliantly molded animation with interactive education for the kids to savor. Remember the catchphrase of Bob “Can we fix it?”. Well, you can revisit the catchphrase and the series on Amazon Prime.
- Shaka Laka Boom BoomRemember how, as kids, we’d beg our parents for a magic pencil we were obsessed with? Shaka Laka Boom Boom was the reason why this pencil became a rage in India and a constant in our pencil boxes. The show followed Sanju, the central character, who could bring anything he drew with his magic pencil to life–from a rope to a rocket. Stream it on Disney Hotstar to dive into Sanju’s fantasy world again.
