Singapore – CNBC has announced a new 10-episode season of its CNBC Meets series, which premiered in Asia Pacific on March 23. The first episode featured an in-depth interview with former U.S president, Bill Clinton, in his home town of Little Rock as he reflects on key moments in his life. The half-hour programme series, sponsored by Bank of America Merril Lynch, is hosted by CNBC presenter Tania Bryer as she profiles some of the world’s most influential high-flyers and examine … [Read more...] about New season of “CNBC Meets” in Asia
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Discovery in Asia ventures into original children’s production
Discovery Kids in Asia has announced its latest original production titled KIDS VS FILM, premiering on June 1 across the region. This follows wildlife-based series ADVENTURE 8: ZOO GAMES, which premiered on March 16. The 12-episode TV series, produced by Singapore’s Beach House Pictures, is in line with Discovery Channel’s First Time Filmmakers initiative. Following in the steps of Discovery Channel’s documentary-making traditions, each episode of KIDS VS FILM gives young … [Read more...] about Discovery in Asia ventures into original children’s production
HIT Entertainment greenlights ninth series of “Fireman Sam”
London – HIT Entertainment announced that a brand new CGI series of Fireman Sam and a feature-length special will be released in December 2013. The 24x10’ TV series will be produced along with one extended episode (1 x 22’). These will be followed by a 60-minute feature-length special, in which Turner Broadcasting has already acquired the rights for its pre-school channel Cartoonito. The ninth season of the series will be produced by China-based digital animation company Xing … [Read more...] about HIT Entertainment greenlights ninth series of “Fireman Sam”
The Style Network rebrands in Asia
Singapore – The channels division of NBCUniversal International Television announced that The Style Network is refreshing its brand and image by introducing a new look that it says appeals to women’s desire for living stylish lifestyles. The channel will refresh its logo, on-air look and tagline in Asia and around the world – following on from the North American refresh in mid-2012. The network rebrand will go into effect on-air in Asia from April 1, 2013. Under the new tagline … [Read more...] about The Style Network rebrands in Asia
Mei Tian Mei Yu’s “Planet Homebuddies” scores strong ratings
Planet Homebuddies Beijing-based entertainment company Mei Tian Mei Yu (Mei Tian) has reported that its new Web / TV sitcom Planet Homebuddies has amassed seven million viewers since launching in February on top China portals and online platforms Tudou, Youku, Baofeng, PPTV, iQiyi and SINA. The six-part series that premiered during the Chinese New Year, takes a humorous look at the new trend among China’s white collar youth who choose to live and work at home. Based on a concept by … [Read more...] about Mei Tian Mei Yu’s “Planet Homebuddies” scores strong ratings
BBC Worldwide to sell Lonely Planet
BBC Worldwide, the commercial arm of the BBC, announced that it has agreed to sell the travel guide business Lonely Planet to NC2 Media, following approval from the BBC Trust. BBC Worldwide will receive AU$75m (£51.5m) for 100% of Lonely Planet with AU$60m (£41.2m) paid on completion and AU$15m (£10.3m) paid in one year’s time. The move follows the BBC’s commercial review last year which set out the company’s strategy to focus on BBC brands and promote the … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide to sell Lonely Planet