The historic Ratha Yatra of Lord Jagannath will commence on Monday in this pilgrim town without the usual sea of devotees and amid tight security in view of the COVID-19 pandemic. The lockdown has been eased in various parts of the country but the social distancing norm are still in place for the betterment of the society. But luckily there is good news for the devotees. This year, COLORS Odia will telecast Ratha Yatrarituals and people can watch all of them from within the safety of their … [Read more...] about Colors Odia brings Ratha Yatra for people at home
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UK distributor Drive sells raft of ready-made premium factual content in Asia
Drive, the production-funding and distribution agency, announced more than 35 hours of sales of ready-made factual content to broadcasters in Asia. ViuTVsix in Hong Kong has picked up a total of six titles from Drive. Auschwitz Untold: In Colour (2 x 60’ and 1 x 90’), produced by Fulwell73 for Channel 4 and History Channel USA brings colour to original black and white archive and tells survivors’ stories, commemorating the memory of those who were murdered in the name of bigotry and hate; The … [Read more...] about UK distributor Drive sells raft of ready-made premium factual content in Asia
Viu Singapore invites Singaporeans to take their favourite K-Drama stars home
Avid Korean drama fans will soon be able to cozy up with the perfect binge-watching companion. From July 12 to August 1, Viu Singapore will be launching Take Your Stars Home – a three-week campaign aimed at giving viewers a chance to take home limited edition, one-of-a-kind 60cm giant plushies featuring their favourite Korean celebrities. A total of five plushie designs will be available over the three weeks, with different designs released for purchase weekly. Viu-ers can score a giant … [Read more...] about Viu Singapore invites Singaporeans to take their favourite K-Drama stars home
From Originals to TV shows, all that is streaming on ZEE5 Global this July
ZEE5 Global, the largest OTT platform for South Asian content, has unveiled a refreshing content line-up for the month of July. Its content slate includes a combination of classic TV shows and brand new Originals straight from the heartlands of India, Bangladesh and Pakistan. Internationally acclaimed director Mostofa Sarwar Farooki is all set to launch his digital directorial debut web series through the Bangladeshi Original Ladies & Gentlemen on 9th July. The universally-themed series … [Read more...] about From Originals to TV shows, all that is streaming on ZEE5 Global this July
Fremantle signs first look distribution deal with new production company Astronaut Films
Fremantle announced that it has signed an exclusive first-look distribution deal with Astronaut Films, producers of premium non-scripted content based in the UK. Founded by BAFTA-nominated Jon Alwen, who previously held senior roles at Pulse Films, Lion TV and Voltage TV (credits include Inside Misguided: Made in Manchester (Channel 4); Countdown to Partition (BBC) and One Deadly Weekend in America (BBC)); the deal will see Astronaut Films secure the best creative talent and IP for a mix of … [Read more...] about Fremantle signs first look distribution deal with new production company Astronaut Films
Viacom18 ups its digital-first ante with the launch of entertainment property ‘Bigg Boss,’ first on VOOT
India’s youngest media and entertainment conglomerate, Viacom18 has constantly challenged itself through delivering innovative and category pioneering content experiences. With a vision to create a future-ready digital business, the network has been at the forefront of a digital convergence with its products and content offerings. In an industry-first move, Viacom18 will now launch its marquee entertainment property, Bigg Boss, first on VOOT for six weeks. Christened as Bigg Boss OTT, it will … [Read more...] about Viacom18 ups its digital-first ante with the launch of entertainment property ‘Bigg Boss,’ first on VOOT