Hong Kong – (CTE) is launching two HD channels – Celestial Movies HD (CM HD) and KIX HD, in Malaysia on DTH platform Astro, on March 1. Malaysia becomes the first market in the region to carry CM HD, and the second market for KIX HD following the channel’s Singapore launch in November 2011. Celestial Movies HD offers first run and exclusive Chinese and Asian films as well as all-time favorites. KIX HD features five distinct programming pillars: fight events, action series, … [Read more...] about Celestial Movies goes HD
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Structural developments
MediaCorp has appointed international engineering consultancy Web Structures to work on its new state-of-the-art broadcasting campus in Singapore. MediaCorp’s Mediapolis development includes two large studios, post production facilities, news gathering and broadcasting facilities, a 1,600-seater theatre and office space designed to provide maximum interaction between staff and encourage creativity. The 800,000 sq ft campus will play a central role in the Mediapolis media hub in Buona … [Read more...] about Structural developments
MTV Sessions engages James Morrison
Singapore – MTV Sessions, a multi-platform music series developed by MTV for regional and international artists to perform in front of a live audience, will return for a second installation. The showcase will feature Island Records singer-songwriter James Morrison performing from his latest album, The Awakening. MTV Sessions with James Morrison will be shot at Resort World Sentosa’s Waterfront Studio on 8 April, with a 28 April air date. The performance venue is at a purpose-built TV … [Read more...] about MTV Sessions engages James Morrison
Hughes cooks up a storm at MIP
Sydney – Beyond Distribution will be bringing celebrity chef and TV personality Chuck Hughes to MIPTV to launch two new titles Chuck’s Week Off: Mexico and Chuckmas. Chuck will be hosting a cocktail event with Beyond on the Monday night where invited guests will be able to witness his unique style firsthand and sample his tasty creations! Chuck will also be appearing on the red carpet and attending Reed Midem’s Opening Night event. In the new series launching at MIP, Chuck … [Read more...] about Hughes cooks up a storm at MIP
Factual programmes through the Looking Glass
Melbourne – Boutique distribution company Looking Glass International has secured several deals with broadcasters in Australasia, U.S. and South America. Seven Network’s free-to-air channel 7mate has bought the award-winning documentary series Ice Pilots (13 x 60’), which is produced by Omni Films Production Ltd. The series follows the adventures of pilots and would-be pilots at Buffalo Airways. In addition, Thailand-based Truevision has acquired the HD series Trend Makers (4 x … [Read more...] about Factual programmes through the Looking Glass
Southern Star’s new CEO is Faithfull
Sydney – Endemol-owned Southern Star has appointed Janeen Faithfull as CEO. She is currently Head of Content & Rights Management at Seven, responsible for the exploitation of IP across all platforms, domestically and internationally. Faithfull is a leading executive with 28 years international experience in television industry including 15 years at Australia’s Seven Network. Her role at Seven also includes the commercial responsibilities of her former position as Head of … [Read more...] about Southern Star’s new CEO is Faithfull