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01 January 2025

New Year's Eve 2025: Television Extravaganza Awaits Viewers

Channels prepare diverse and festive programming to celebrate the New Year's festivities, offering humor, music, and classic films.

With the approach of 2025, celebrations are gearing up as families gather around festive tables on New Year's Eve, and the night of December 31 to January 1 promises to be vibrant with humorous shows, films, and concerts typically broadcast on television. Stars from Kvartal 95, Diesel Studio, and other notable artists have prepared special performances to lift holiday spirits, according to reports from OBOZ.UA.

The humor-filled Diesel Show debuts on ICTV2 at 7:00 PM on December 31. Creators of the show have promised not just unique humor but also appearances by beloved Ukrainian artists. Later, at 4:15 AM, viewers can catch the film Mamma Mia!, followed by the sketch show Na Troikh at 6:05 AM.

On 1+1 Ukraine, the New Year's edition of Yedynyi Kvartal airs at 7:00 PM, featuring actors from Vechernii and Zhenskii Kvartal delivering humorous and musical acts aimed to uplift the festivities. Performers such as Olya Polyakova, Natalia Mogilevska, the band Antytila, MONATIK, and many others will grace the stage. Following this, on January 1 at 1:15 AM, viewers can enjoy their favorite tracks during Muzichna Platforma Ukrainy.

Fans of holiday concerts will also be delighted by the Muzichna Platforma Ukrainy on ICTV, airing on December 31 at 11:00 PM, where top domestic stars will perform their greatest hits, inviting audiences to welcome the New Year with positive vibes. Following this at 1:00 AM, there will be a special broadcast celebrating the 30th anniversary of the band Okean Elzy.

Meanwhile, STB has decided to showcase beloved series, starting the broadcast of the film Spijmka Kaidasha on December 31. After the presidential address set for 11:45 PM, viewers can enjoy the comedic project, Simyeyki.

For animation lovers, Novy Kanal will feature popular movies, including the animated classic Shrek 1.5 hours before the New Year strikes, followed by escapades from Night at the Museum and its sequel, along with Cruella at 12:20 AM.

Shifting focus to Russian programming, channels have also prepared holiday specials for January 1, 2025. On Pervyi Kanal, viewers can look forward to the memorable film Ironic Fate, or Enjoy Your Bath! refreshing its 50-year legacy with updated visuals. A festive concert from the Bolshoi Theatre will complement the viewing experience.

Rossiya 1 takes viewers on a nostalgic trip showing classic Soviet films like Carnival Night, Caucasian Captive, and Ivan Vasilyevich Changes Profession throughout the day. They also air sports highlights and UFC fight broadcasts on Match!, ensuring action-packed viewing options.

NTV promises seasonal entertainment with holiday-themed films such as Major and Maimun and Ded Moroz: The Battle of Wizards, alongside classic series.

Traditionally, Kultura will delight viewers with the New Year concert from the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, followed by family-friendly films.

Viewers can enjoy festive laughter during the Ural Pelyemeni marathon on STS, celebrating the unique culture of the Ural region.

Wrapping up the night with comedy, TNT will air humorous shows like Komedii Club alongside comedies to keep the festive spirit alive.

Throughout the night, these diverse programming offerings from various channels will create engaging entertainment for everyone gathered to welcome the New Year, making it memorable for audiences tuning in on December 31 and January 1. The holiday festivities and television celebrations reflect local traditions, uniting families and communities across the region.

With so many options, it's clear the programming lineup for New Year's 2025 is aimed at keeping audiences entertained, offering something special for everyone as they welcome the upcoming year.