Mumbai – Indian media and entertainment group Sahara One has launched the Firangi channel on February 25, 2008. Firangi is positioned to showcase international television programming in Hindi in what is touted as a newly-created category of programming, World Television. Firangi channel offers the entire spectrum of entertainment programming sourced from across the world and dubbed in Hindi. This includes telenovelas, sitcoms, adventure shows and international films. Among the shows that … [Read more...] about Sahara One launches Firangi to offer international programming in Hindi
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Dixon upped as VP and GM of Disney Channels Australia and New Zealand
Sydney/Burbank – Melissa Dixon has been promoted to vice president and general manager, Disney Channels Australia and New Zealand, replacing Michael Cairns who was appointed to lead Disney Channels UK and Ireland. Reporting to Rich Ross, president, Disney Channels Worldwide, Dixon, a Melbourne native, will relocate to Sydney from Disney Channel's regional office in Hong Kong from April 2008. She will manage Disney Channels and Playhouse Disney channels in Australia and New Zealand, … [Read more...] about Dixon upped as VP and GM of Disney Channels Australia and New Zealand
Bionic Woman delivers super ratings for STAR World in Singapore
Hong Kong – The exclusive premiere of action series Bionic Woman on STAR World on February 20, 2008 at 10pm saw the show become the highest-rated drama across all English cable channels so far this year in Singapore. The show also delivered the highest 10pm figures across all English cable channels since September, 2007. In addition, Bionic Woman tied with American Idol as the top program for the day on English cable. The back-to-back telecast of both programs gave STAR World its highest … [Read more...] about Bionic Woman delivers super ratings for STAR World in Singapore
TENA names new Original Production and Creative Services hires
Hong Kong - Turner Entertainment Networks Asia, Inc. (TENA) announced new appointments to its Original Production and Creative Services teams. The former develops and delivers original programming while the latter functions as an in-house creative agency to provide advice and expertise for new business initiatives. Jonny Potter joins TENA’s Hong Kong team as creative director to be responsible for all output of Creative Services in all regions and all media, as well as to evolve the … [Read more...] about TENA names new Original Production and Creative Services hires
The Amazing Race Asia 2 finale wins amazing ratings
Singapore/Hong Kong – The concluding episode of The Amazing Race Asia (TARA) 2 took top ratings in Singapore and Malaysia when it aired on February 14, 2008 on AXN. Ratings from TNS Singapore and AGB NMR Malaysia indicate that AXN led other international cable channels as the top rated channel especially among the PMEB audience during the show’s 9 – 10pm timeslot. The channel also out-performed all terrestrial channels in Malaysia. TARA 2 finale ratings also exceeded the season … [Read more...] about The Amazing Race Asia 2 finale wins amazing ratings
Al-Jazeera opposes Arab media restrictions
Doha — Al-Jazeera television has spoken out against recommendations from the Arab League seeking to stop Arab satellite channels from offending governments in the region. The Qatar-based pan-Arab television network said in a statement, "Al-Jazeera considers the adoption of the charter... a risk to the freedom of expression in the Arab world," Tuesday 12 February 2008 saw information ministers of the 22-member Arab League vote in favour of the guidlines, which are not legally binding. Qatar was … [Read more...] about Al-Jazeera opposes Arab media restrictions
