FOX Networks Group Asia (FNGA), Asia’s leading pay-TV network, shone brightly amongst the stars at the 71st annual Cannes Film Festival, walking away with pan-Asian broadcast and streaming rights to some of the festival’s hottest feature films. Held in May on the picturesque French Riviera, the Cannes Film Festival is one of the year’s most important events for acquiring best-in-class content, as distributors and studios from around the globe compete for rights to the festival’s … [Read more...] about FOX Asia acquires multiple films at Cannes
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HBO renews “Sucession” for season two
Following the show’s recent premiere, HBO has renewed the drama series Succession for a second season. Created by Oscar and WGA nominee Jesse Armstrong (In the Loop), with the pilot written by Armstrong and directed by Oscar winner Adam McKay (The Big Short), Succession launched its ten-episode season on 4 June. The show follows the Roy family – Logan Roy and his four children – which controls one of the biggest media and entertainment conglomerates in the world, … [Read more...] about HBO renews “Sucession” for season two
CNN’S “Destination Hanoi” explores the city
CNN has announced a featured special coverage on the Vietnam city Hanoi, with 30-minute programs airing from 16 to 28 June. Titled Destination Hanoi, the feature will explore the city’s sights and culture. From the photogenic alleys of the Old Quarter to the tranquility of the Temple of Literature, Hanoi has fiercely defended its identity for more than a millennium, despite successive waves of Chinese, French, Japanese and American influence. Today, in a time of peace, Hanoi … [Read more...] about CNN’S “Destination Hanoi” explores the city
CJ E&M’s “Lawless Lawyer” premieres with strong ratings
SEOUL, KOREA – CJ E&M’s new compelling legal thriller featuring over-the-top fight scenes, Lawless Lawyer, has kicked-off with promising results. The show’s second episode ranked number one in highest ratings within all cable programs in the same timeslot with peak viewership rate of 6.9%, and also achieved strong viewership among tvN’s key target demographic of ages 20 to 49. Lawless Lawyer features Lee Joon-gi, as a former gangster that becomes a lawyer to fulfill … [Read more...] about CJ E&M’s “Lawless Lawyer” premieres with strong ratings
Astro partners China’s iQiyi for new rap show
KUALA LUMPUR – Aspiring rappers and fans can now look forward to participating in iQiyi’s The Rap of China audition in Malaysia. The new reality show is set to showcase young contestants locked in rap battle in front of a panel of celebrity judges including China megastar Kris Wu. For the first time, Malaysian rappers can audition for The Rap of China, and the winner of the Malaysia round will represent the country and rock the show’s stage. Aptly called The Rap of China Global … [Read more...] about Astro partners China’s iQiyi for new rap show
CJ E&M airs new fantasy drama on tvN
SEOUL, KOREA – CJ E&M’s fantasy romance drama About Time has recorded a peak viewership rate of 2.9% only in its second episode, achieving favourable viewer comments focused on the creative storyline and chemistry between the two main characters. Starring Lee Sung-Kyung and Lee Sang-yoon, About Time revolves around the romance between a young woman who possess the ability to see the remaining time in people’s lifespans, and a man from a chaebol family who can stop the countdown … [Read more...] about CJ E&M airs new fantasy drama on tvN