Singapore – BBC World News has announced Mishal Husain Meets, a new series that profiles six well-known Asian personalities, including scientists, actors, sports personalities and artists. Filmed at the NYU Tisch School of The Arts in Singapore, the six-part series will be fronted by BBC presenter Mishal Husain and will find out what it takes to launch a successful business and career—from the astrophysicist who put the first Malaysian astronaut into space, to Singapore’s … [Read more...] about BBC World News’ Mishal Husain Meets to highlight ambition, change and talent
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ESPN STAR Sports receives rights to multi-year broadcast of Sri Lanka Premier League
ESPN STAR Sports (ESS) has reached a multi-year broadcast rights agreement for exclusive coverage of the Sri Lanka Premier League (SLPL) in India. The multi-year deal includes a minimum of 24 T20 matches per season. The first edition of the SLPL will see seven provisional teams compete for the coveted trophy as well as a qualifier berth to the Champions League Twenty20 (CLT20) to be held later this year. The SLPL will feature 42 international players participating from seven countries. STAR … [Read more...] about ESPN STAR Sports receives rights to multi-year broadcast of Sri Lanka Premier League
A+E Networks strengthens presence in Asia
New York – A+E Networks has finalized licensing agreements with broadcasters in Asia for a number of series and specials, according to Marielle Zuccarelli, Managing Director, International Content Distribution for A+E Networks. Ling-Sze Gan, Senior Director, International Content Sales, Asia, said, “This year, our sales are soaring throughout Asia, which has enabled us to further strengthen our presence in this vital market. We have a fantastic library of high quality content and … [Read more...] about A+E Networks strengthens presence in Asia
Zodiak Rights secures international deals for Usain Bolt doco
Zodiak Rights, the international division of Zodiak Media, has announced that a number of major international broadcasters will feature the exclusive documentary Usain Bolt: The Fastest Man Alive, as part of their Olympic Games programming. The 60-minute film, produced by Elephant Doc and Leiblang Productions for France 2, has been sold to a number of territories including: Australia (SBS); Japan (NHK); South Korea (CJ E&M); as well as several airline companies in Qatar and UK. The hour-long … [Read more...] about Zodiak Rights secures international deals for Usain Bolt doco
ABS-CBN’s “Walang Hanggan” hits 44.5% TV ratings
ABS-CBN’s primetime drama series Walang Hanggan (The Eternal) hits a record-high 44% audience share or a 44.5% TV ratings last June 25 across urban and rural areas in the Philippines, according to audience research group Kantar Media. Walang Hanggan, which is now on its extended season, features a tale of three generations of characters caught in the intricate web of love, revenge, sacrifice, and deception. It highlights ABS-CBN’s creative excellence in producing content that answers … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN’s “Walang Hanggan” hits 44.5% TV ratings
HBO Asia presents The Newsroom
Singapore – The Newsroom, created by Aaron Sorkin, premieres exclusively across Asia on HBO on August 1. Viewers can also catch the series an hour earlier at 8pm on HBO HD or at one’s own time and convenience on HBO On Demand from August 6. Set at the fictional cable network ACN, the ten-episode drama series follows the news team on their quixotic mission to reclaim the legacy of Murrow and Cronkite in the face of a fickle audience, corporate mandates and tangled personal … [Read more...] about HBO Asia presents The Newsroom