Mumbai – Turner has announced initiatives to expand its presence in India, including the launch of its animation theatrical business and a new Hollywood movies and TV series channel with sister company Warner Bros. Leveraging its expertise in the children’s genre, Turner will establish a business unit to develop and produce animated films and expand its output of original live action TV series, targeted at children and families. Catering to India’s urban viewers, the proposed … [Read more...] about Turner unveils growth initiatives in India
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Celestial Movies Asia and Celestial Classic Movies channels debut on now TV
Hong Kong - Celestial Pictures has unveiled new channels Celestial Movies Asia (CMA) and Celestial Classic Movies (CCM) to debut April 15, 2008 in Hong Kong on PCCW’s IPTV service now TV. Terry Mak, executive vice president, distribution and TV networks, Celestial Pictures said, "The launch of CCM and CMA is setting a new milestone in the promotion of Asian cinema in Hong Kong and we are proud to debut these two channels on now TV.” CMA screens Asian blockbusters while CCM features … [Read more...] about Celestial Movies Asia and Celestial Classic Movies channels debut on now TV
FOXCRIME launches in Indonesia on Indovision
Jakarta – Fox International Channels Asia has launched FOXCRIME in Indonesia on DTH pay TV service Indovision. The Indonesian launch follows the channel’s rollout in Singapore, Hong Kong, Philippines and Europe. FOXCRIME offers crime, investigation and mystery drama series, original productions, and biographies of criminals. Bahasa Indonesia subtitles are initially available on programmes including Masterminds, Body of Evidence, C.S.I. Miami, C.S.I., Texas S.W.A.T., NYPD Blue, The … [Read more...] about FOXCRIME launches in Indonesia on Indovision
Australia Network reaches Malaysia on Astro
Australia Network has launched in Malaysia on pay TV operator Astro to offer news and current affairs, documentaries, entertainment shows, sports and children’s programs as well as English language learning programmes. Bruce Dover, chief executive, Australia Network said, “Australia Network represents an enormous opportunity to establish a credible, authoritative Australian voice in the region as well as bring the very best of Australian television to audiences living and working in … [Read more...] about Australia Network reaches Malaysia on Astro
FME and MDA in multi-platform content pact
Cannes – FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) and the Media Development Authority (MDA) of Singapore have signed a multi-year production agreement for content with bilateral investment of up to US$12 million over the next 2 years. The deal extends from the production of Kylie Kwong: My China which launched at MIPCOM 2007. Under the agreement, the partners will jointly select projects to invest in from Singapore-based producers and FME will hold distribution rights across all platforms … [Read more...] about FME and MDA in multi-platform content pact
Disney-ABC Int’l Television renews multi-year movie deal with Zee Studio
Cannes – Disney-ABC International Television (Asia Pacific), The Walt Disney Company’s international TV distribution arm, has renewed a multi-year movie deal with Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd’s Indian basic cable movie channel Zee Studio. The deal covers licensing of live action library features, Disney animated features and TV movies. Titles covered by the deal include Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl, Armageddon, Pretty Woman, and Air Force One, as well … [Read more...] about Disney-ABC Int’l Television renews multi-year movie deal with Zee Studio