In a major platform upgrade, BBC Player has integrated a brand new feature that allows subscribers in Singapore and Malaysia to watch selected BBC channels live, in addition to streaming their favourite British programmes on demand. With expanded access to BBC’s live channels, BBC Player now offers subscribers unparalleled options to watch their favourite British content. BBC Player is an authenticated multi-genre SVOD (Subscription Video on Demand) streaming service that allows viewers to … [Read more...] about BBC Player gets platform upgrade in Singapore and Malaysia with new access to BBC live channels
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Astro Unveils its Top Shows of 2023
Astro unveiled a list of audience favourite shows on its platform in 2023 and this includes a mix of dramas, reality and variety shows as well as live sports. The top shows of 2023 that were Astro audience’s absolute favourites include: Projek: High Council - From the creator of Projek: Anchor SPM, this series portrays a story of a troubled student on a mission to end bullying and injustices in his elite boarding school. All Stars Gegar Vaganza – Malaysia’s No. 1 reality singing … [Read more...] about Astro Unveils its Top Shows of 2023
Rewind Networks’ HITS NOW to launch on Astro
Starting 10th January 2024, the captivating HITS NOW channel will be available to Astro viewers on Channel 702. HITS NOW is the latest addition to Astro’s line up of Rewind Network’s offerings alongside the existing HITS and HITS MOVIES channels available on their service. All Astro customers will be able to enjoy a free preview of HITS NOW from 10th January to 31st March 2024, giving viewers a chance to catch iconic shows like The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards, America’s Got Talent: Fantasy … [Read more...] about Rewind Networks’ HITS NOW to launch on Astro
Stan acquires Malaysian adaptation of The Bridge
Double Vision, the leading Malaysian production arm of the Vision New Media group, is delighted to announce that both seasons (20 x 60’) of its localised version of Hans Rosenfeldt’s hit Scandi series The Bridge have sold to Stan, Australia’s leading local streaming service. The agreement, brokered by Lyle Bettson-Barker, SVP Australia and New Zealand from Banijay Rights, represents the first time that Stan has acquired a Malaysian drama series. The Asian version of The Bridge was … [Read more...] about Stan acquires Malaysian adaptation of The Bridge
sooka & NJOI customers can now access 5 new FAST channels from Astro
All sooka and NJOI customers can now access five new Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) channels at no additional cost, namely Filem Mantap, Drama Hebat, Drama Hotpot, Lawak Sentral and Travel & Taste. This addition compliments the existing ten FAST channels available for sooka customers, expanding customers’ choices to include more dramas, comedies, travel shows and Astro’s very own content such as Super Spontan All Stars, Suri Hati Mr Pilot, The Rebel Princess and Perfect … [Read more...] about sooka & NJOI customers can now access 5 new FAST channels from Astro
Astro unveils new premium channel, Astro Premier
Malaysia’s leading digital streaming and content company launches new channel, Astro Premier (CH410) as the destination for all premium content locally and regionally. Available to all Astro customers until 1 February 2024, Astro Premier offers Astro Originals’ complete library of award-winning and highly successful boundary pushing series. The channel will showcase a selection of high-quality content with the latest Astro Original title, ‘Riot!’ making its debut on 22 September at 9 p.m. The … [Read more...] about Astro unveils new premium channel, Astro Premier