A new Singapore-South Korea collaboration is taking shape with Collateral Romance, a 12-episode romantic comedy bringing together creative and production expertise from both markets and filmed across Singapore and South Korea. The series builds on the growing momentum of cross-border Asian storytelling and reflects Mediacorp’s continued push to bring Singapore and international creative talents together. Collateral Romance marks Mediacorp’s second Korean drama co-production, building on its … [Read more...] about Mediacorp and Blintn unveils new Singapore-South Korea romantic comedy Collateral Romance
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Blue Ant Licenses Kim’s Convenience to Peacock in the U.S.
Blue Ant has announced the sale of the acclaimed comedy series, Kim’s Convenience (65 x 30’) to Peacock, NBCUniversal’s premium streaming service in the U.S.. As part of the deal, Blue Ant Rights & Streaming has licensed all five seasons of Kim’s Convenience to stream on Peacock, giving new and returning viewers across the U.S. access to every episode of the award-winning series. The deal builds on the company’s multifaceted relationship with Peacock, which has included original productions, … [Read more...] about Blue Ant Licenses Kim’s Convenience to Peacock in the U.S.
One Life Studios Takes Emotion-Driven Indian Microdramas to Global Audiences
As short-form vertical drama continues its rapid global expansion, the market remains heavily dominated by Chinese platforms like ReelShort and DramaBox, as well as Western content built on sensationalized tropes of billionaire romances and revenge plots. However, Indian content giant One Life Studios is charting a distinct path to global success by leveraging culturally rooted, emotion-first storytelling. In an exclusive interview with Television Asia Plus, Shashank Singh, Lead – Syndication … [Read more...] about One Life Studios Takes Emotion-Driven Indian Microdramas to Global Audiences
FIFTH SEASON secures broadcasters for The Ink Factory’s landmark John le Carré adaptation Legacy of Spies
Global film and TV studio FIFTH SEASON has inked a wave of pre-sales for Legacy of Spies, the upcoming John le Carré adaptation produced by The Ink Factory for BBC and MGM+. The eight-part espionage thriller sees spymaster George Smiley’s return to television and is adapted from le Carré’s global bestseller The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, and drawing on material from his 2017 novel A Legacy of Spies – marking the first time either novel has been adapted for the small screen. The series is … [Read more...] about FIFTH SEASON secures broadcasters for The Ink Factory’s landmark John le Carré adaptation Legacy of Spies
U-NEXT and NBCUniversal Forge Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in Japan to Create New Entertainment Ecosystem
U-NEXT of USEN & U-NEXT GROUP has announced that it is entering into a comprehensive, long-term strategic partnership in Japan with NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. Extending beyond the licensing of films and television series, the alignment also incorporates the launch of Universal+ – NBCUniversal's international streaming brand – in Japan, and future experiences at Universal Studios Japan, joint marketing initiatives, the global expansion of … [Read more...] about U-NEXT and NBCUniversal Forge Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in Japan to Create New Entertainment Ecosystem
Studio 55 expands Global Team with new Senior AppointmentsStudio 55 expands Global Team with new Senior Appointments
Will Scougal, EVP Brand & Commercial Partnerships at ITV Studios and the global lead for Studio 55, has strengthened his team with a series of senior appointments. Following a strong first six months for the business, with growing demand from brands, agencies and creators looking to work more closely with ITV Studios' world-class IP, the new appointments align with the next stage of growth: strengthening Studio 55's global capabilities across licensing, brand partnerships, creator … [Read more...] about Studio 55 expands Global Team with new Senior AppointmentsStudio 55 expands Global Team with new Senior Appointments
