Jakarta – Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific expanded its channel footprint in Indonesia today with the debut of Cartoon Network HD on national cable platform, First Media. The launch of Cartoon Network HD is part of a regional rollout plan that kicked off in the Philippines in January. The new channel complements Turner’s existing portfolio of news and entertainment channels currently available in Indonesia including CNN, Cartoon Network, Turner Classic Movies, truTV and … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network HD debuts in Indonesia
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CTE concludes several deals
Hong Kong – Celestial Tiger Entertainment (CTE) announced today several first and exclusive content deals for its channels. CTE has secured two multi-year output deals with mixed martial arts (MMA) promoter Bellator Fighting Championships and kickboxing promoter It’s Showtime for KIX. The company also concluded a volume deal with CJ E&M Corporation (CJ E&M) that includes action series and thrilling dramas on a first-run basis for all CTE channels in Asia. Bellator … [Read more...] about CTE concludes several deals
Pawn Stars kicks off new season with fan contest
Singapore – Pawn Stars returns to HISTORY on May 7 with its sixth season. To kick off this new season, the network is concurrently holding a regional online contest to put viewers’ bargaining skills to the rest. In this ‘Pawn Star of the week’ contest, HISTORY will post a picture of an item on its Facebook page and fans can make their guesses on the item’s pawn or sale value by commenting on the picture. The correct or closest estimates win prizes such as a Diana … [Read more...] about Pawn Stars kicks off new season with fan contest
NGC presents second Malaysian Journey special
Asia Pacific – National Geographic Channel (NGC), FOX International Channels’ (FIC) flagship channel in the factual genre, has again been selected as a major platform to help Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (MTPB) promote Malaysia as a top travel destination in Asia. Five years after the first installment of the eco-travel documentary Malaysian Journey aired on National Geographic Channel, MTPB has signed up for a second installment, which will focus on the country’s beautiful … [Read more...] about NGC presents second Malaysian Journey special
NATPE goes to Europe
Los Angeles – Media marketplace organiser NATPE has announced that more than 250 companies from 50 countries are confirmed to attend the inaugural NATPE||Budapest content market, formerly known as DISCOP East, taking place June 26 to 28. Close to 250 buyers representing 150 companies are already signed to attend the three day market at Budapest’s Sofitel Chain Bridge Hotel and organisers expect this to increase to more than 300 registered buyers by the event opening. … [Read more...] about NATPE goes to Europe
Iron Man 3 to be co-produced in China
Shanghai/ Beijing and Los Angeles – The Walt Disney Company China, Marvel Studios and DMG Entertainment have made an arrangement to co-produce Iron Man 3 in China. DMG Entertainment will make an investment in the production of Iron Man 3, manage the Chinese co-production process, and jointly produce the film in China. The Chinese portion of the film’s production will run through DMG Entertainment in coordination with Marvel Studios’ production and creative teams. DMG will also … [Read more...] about Iron Man 3 to be co-produced in China