Independent content creation and distribution company Epic Story Media Inc. (ESM) and Brands & Rights 360 (B&R 360) are ramping up activity on Zinkia Entertainment’s richly animated pre-school phenomenon Pocoyo, signing several new content deals around the world for the show, which currently boasts over 15 billion views on YouTube.The widely successful property will be showcased at the International Licensing Expo at Epic’s booth #S242. The series will premiere on streaming … [Read more...] about ESM and B&R 360 signs new content deals
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Hungama launches Boys with Toys on Hungama Play
Hungama, India’s leading digital entertainment company launched its latest original show, Boys with Toys. A youth comedy, the show revolves around the lives of Adi and Jiggy, both in their early 20s, who share an apartment in Mumbai and are bored with their dead-end jobs. Keen to have some adventure in their lives, the boys are overjoyed when Jiggy’s late uncle leaves behind an inheritance for them. Expecting it to be at least a crore of rupees, the boys are surprised beyond belief to receive … [Read more...] about Hungama launches Boys with Toys on Hungama Play
Zoomoo lands on KT’s olleh tv
ZooMoo, Blue Ant Media’s preschool nature channel for kids two to seven years old, is set to launch on KT’s IPTV platform, olleh tv. The channel will roll out its compelling and well curated content with Korean subtitles for young audiences. ZooMoo shows are produced in collaboration with some of the world’s foremost wildlife makers, early childhood educationalists and technology developers. ZooMoo's line-up of shows and unique characters carry a strong message of conservation while … [Read more...] about Zoomoo lands on KT’s olleh tv
Dandelooo inks major deal with Jesten Huashi
Boutique French animation production and distribution company Dandelooo announces the signing of a major deal with China’s leading digital distribution & IP management company Jesten Huashi. Based on the International Emmy Award winning series The Treehouse Stories (La Cabane a Histoires), Jesten Huashi has acquired the format rights for the pre-school live action and 2D animation. Produced in France for Canal+, Seasons One and Two (49 x 7’) of the highly successful pre-school … [Read more...] about Dandelooo inks major deal with Jesten Huashi
ZEEL appoints new Head of Global Syndication and International Film Distribution
Mr. Mukund Cairae, Chief Operating Officer - International Business at Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL), announced the expanded role of Ms. Vibha Chopra to Head-Global Syndication & International Film Distribution at ZEEL. She has taken over the global licensing and syndication profile in addition to her current role of leading the international film distribution business. “Global Content Hub by Zee” is the business arm of ZEEL which syndicates Zee’s premium television content … [Read more...] about ZEEL appoints new Head of Global Syndication and International Film Distribution
Astro partners with iQIYI
– Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with iQIYI, a market leading online entertainment service in China. Under the partnership, Astro has the exclusive rights to deliver iQIYI content on TV, On Demand and OTT in Malaysia including the world’s first iQIYI branded channel comprising iQIYI’s extensive slate of original content from drama to variety shows and movies. Astro will also take the lead in customer acquisition, marketing and media … [Read more...] about Astro partners with iQIYI