Tokyo – The Japanese term “kawaii,” meaning cute, is today widely recognised around the world. Kawaii International is a monthly programme on NHK World TV that is aired after midnight on Sunday mornings. Examining a wide variety of topics, ranging from people to products and experiences, it highlights the kawaii culture of Japan's young women. In this episode, three trend-setting producers from the Japanese kawaii fashion scene visit Myanmar. Inspired by the … [Read more...] about “Kawaii International” visits Myanmar
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M1 to roll out Digital TV Assistance Scheme
Singapore – The Media Development Authority (MDA) has appointed M1 Limited (M1) to manage the roll-out of its Digital TV Assistance Scheme for low-income households, following the conclusion of an open tender which was conducted from March 20 to April 22. M1 was awarded the tender after a thorough evaluation of all tender submissions, based on the criteria set out, which include price competitiveness, quality of proposals submitted and the profiles of the project teams. Unveiled by … [Read more...] about M1 to roll out Digital TV Assistance Scheme
India takes action against online piracy
Hong Kong – CASBAA, the Asian association of the pay-TV industry, lauded Indian police action in busting up a ring of streaming-TV pirates and arresting four conspirators in Hyderabad. The activities of the ring were aimed at diverting the signals of Indian pay-TV broadcasters onto the internet, and retransmitting their signals globally to hundreds of thousands of viewers who paid for a “Jadoo TV” streaming media box. “Congratulations and kudos to the Hyderabad … [Read more...] about India takes action against online piracy
“Rising Star” goes to Italy
Keshet International, the global distribution and production arm of Keshet Media Group, announced on July 3 the broadcaster of its trailblazing interactive talent show Rising Star in Italy. The show will be produced for Mediaset Canale 5, by Toro (Sony Pictures Entertainment Group). Eight episodes have been commissioned to air during the 2015 season. The deal follows the consistent performance of Rising Star in Brazil and Portugal, where the show has rated circa 30% average … [Read more...] about “Rising Star” goes to Italy
“The Voice Kids” smashes ratings in Australia
Hilversum – First on air in The Netherlands in 2012, The Voice Kids has already realised an impressive list of close to 25 local productions. A successful stand-alone primetime format in its own right, the format is proving to be as successful, if not more so, than phenomenal worldwide hit The Voice. The feel-good, family-oriented show has gone from strength to strength in the ratings worldwide. In the U.S., La Voz Kids ranks No.1 in Spanish language TV on … [Read more...] about “The Voice Kids” smashes ratings in Australia
ET Now and DuPont launches “The Power of Shunya: Challenge for Zero” S2
Mumbai – After a remarkable success in the first season, ET Now, in association with DuPont, is back with another compelling season of the show, The Power of Shunya: Challenge for Zero. Popular TV host, Gaurav Kapoor will anchor the 10 thrilling episodes of the show. ET Now will broadcast the show on July 5, at 4.30pm and July 6, at 11.30am and 6pm, featuring the special curtain raiser episode followed by eight episodes of preliminary competition rounds and a grand finale in the … [Read more...] about ET Now and DuPont launches “The Power of Shunya: Challenge for Zero” S2