Disney Star accuses TCCL of unpaid dues, suspends all Star channels

Broadcasting company Disney Star is claiming that Thamizhaga Cable TV Communication (TCCL), a major cable operator in Tamil Nadu, has failed to make overdue payments for Disney Star’s channels, despite collecting subscription fees in advance from its customers. "Even after continuous discussions and multiple reminders regarding the overdue payments, TCCL has yet to settle its financial obligations," the company said in a press statement.

The broadcaster further stated that TCCL’s failure to pay outstanding dues to Disney Star, has led to a situation where Disney Star had to suspend all its channels from TCCL. "This decision comes after repeated attempts to resolve the payment issue, leaving numerous viewers in Tamil Nadu unable to access their favourite Disney Star channels," it said.  

Popular channels known for their engaging content, including shows and movies on leading channels like Star Vijay, Vijay Super, Vijay Takkar, Star Movies, National Geographic Channel, Star Suvarna, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Hungama TV etc. are no longer available to TCCL customers.

Disney Star hopes that TCCL acts immediately and clears its dues so that the subscribers may resume enjoying their Disney Star channels without further delay.

Disney Star in the statement recommended that affected consumers could reach out to TCCL to express concerns regarding the service disruption and ask for a reduction in subscription fees.

"Additionally, viewers are encouraged to switch to alternate operators, allowing them access to all channels provided by Disney Star," it said.