Globo has licensed drama series Merciless to South Korea’s EPG media group. One of Globo’s highlights at Natpe 2015, the series premiere is set for November. This is the Brazilian broadcaster’s second production in ultra-high definition that has been licensed to a foreign market. Continuing its partnership with Globo, EPG has additionally picked up the feature film Time and the Wind, also in 4K. Not long before this deal, the Korean group had already acquired the rights to the … [Read more...] about Globo licenses ‘Merciless’ to Asia
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BBC inks deal with Tata Sky
BBC Worldwide has announced its first VOD deal in India. The deal, with direct to home provider (DTH) – Tata Sky – comprises of SVOD and TVOD services. It gives subscribers in eight metros in India access to the best of the BBC’s drama and comedy via ‘BBC On-Demand’, a branded property on Tata Sky’s platform. Viewers can now also access it online via their TVs, PCs, tablets and mobiles. Programmes that will be available on the service include … [Read more...] about BBC inks deal with Tata Sky
Da Vinci Learning goes local in Indonesia
Indonesia – Da Vinci Media GmbH announced that Indonesian Bahasa audio localisation will be made available on their channel, Da Vinci Learning for the kids block. Eric Tan, General Manager of Da Vinci Media Asia Pacific, announced that in the pursuit of driving deeper engagement with Indonesian families as well as broadcast partners, the team has worked tirelessly to launch the Indonesian Bahasa audio localisation on the 1 August. Responding to numerous requests from viewers, especially … [Read more...] about Da Vinci Learning goes local in Indonesia
Mezzo Live HD launches in Philippines
Hong Kong - Lagardère Active and Lightning International have announced a new agreement that sees the premier classical music, jazz and dance channel, Mezzo Live HD, launch on SKYCable and Destiny Cable in the Philippines. Mezzo Live HD becomes available 24/7 to subscribers of the cable network and its affiliate. This marks the first agreement for the channel in the Philippines and a major step in the channel's development in South-East Asia. Jean-René Aucouturier, SVP, Business … [Read more...] about Mezzo Live HD launches in Philippines
Boomerang bounces into Malaysia on HyppTV
Kuala Lumpur – Boomerang, the global kids’ brand and companion channel to Cartoon Network, has launched in Malaysia on HyppTV with a two-month free preview available. Boomerang Boomerang is an all-animation network with a line-up of household names and contemporary cartoons programmed for both kids and their families. The channel offers exclusive, first-run content including new episodes of timeless favourites such as Tom and Jerry, Looney Tunes and Scooby-Doo, as well as … [Read more...] about Boomerang bounces into Malaysia on HyppTV
More Sony Channels on YUPP TV
Singapore – As part of its continuous endeavor to provide TV viewers globally with their favorite Indian TV soaps and serials, Sony Entertainment Television Asia announced that Indian television channels: Sony Entertainment Television Asia (SET), SET Max and SAB, will now be available on Yupp TV in Singapore, known to have one of the largest overseas Indian populations. Sony Entertainment Television Aisa (SET) continues to create exceptionally popular shows since its inception in 1995 with … [Read more...] about More Sony Channels on YUPP TV
