Award-winning London and LA-based independent studio The Ink Factory (“The Night Manager”, Fighting with My Family, “The Little Drummer Girl”) has teamed with Singapore, Beijing and Tokyo-based Beach House Pictures, a Blue Ant Studios company and one of Asia’s largest indies, for a television series adaptation of Cleopatra Wong – which The Ink Factory has acquired rights to adapt through the partnership. The series will be co-written by Chinese-American writer Tasha Huo (Red Sonja, “Tomb Raider” … [Read more...] about The Ink Factory revives cult classic Cleopatra Wong with Beach House Pictures
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Bomanbridge Media announces a raft of kids, factual and scripted sales in lead up to ATF
Content distribution and production company Bomanbridge Media announces a number of content sales to several broadcasters to key markets in Asia. Chinese streamer Youku has acquired seasons 3 and 4 of Amazon Prime Video’s Canadian live-action series Dino Dana (52x11’), created by the award-winning kids production house, Sinking Ship’s, J.J. Johnson (Endlings, This is Daniel Cook). After excellent performance measures of seasons 1 & 2 in 2021, Youku commits to a further … [Read more...] about Bomanbridge Media announces a raft of kids, factual and scripted sales in lead up to ATF
WildBrain expands content distribution team in APCA to drive continued growth
WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, has expanded its content distribution team in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, appointing Jason Soh as Global Sales & Channels Director, APAC, and Max Tang as Senior Manager, Content Partnerships, China. In these newly created roles, the pair will support the increasing demand for WildBrain’s kids’ and family content across the APAC region. Based in Singapore, Soh will spearhead distribution sales outside of Greater … [Read more...] about WildBrain expands content distribution team in APCA to drive continued growth
VICE Distribution appoints new Asia sales lead
VICE Distribution, the global distribution and content licensing arm of VICE Media Group, today announces the appointment of Elise Ching as the company’s Sales Director for the APAC region. Announcing the appointment, Executive Managing Director, Distribution for VICE Media Group, Bea Hegedus, said: “APAC is a key growth area for us as we look to capitalise on the success of the VICE brand and the popularity of our diverse content in the region. I am delighted that Elise will be joining VICE … [Read more...] about VICE Distribution appoints new Asia sales lead
Warner Bros. Discovery announces Western Pacific leadership roles
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) announced two key leadership roles in its Western Pacific business, reporting to James Gibbons, President & Managing Director, Western Pacific, WBD, and effective immediately. Gillian Zhao is appointed President, China. Zhao is a highly regarded media executive with more than 20 years’ experience across entertainment and high-tech sectors. A veteran with strong influence in the Chinese industry, Zhao has overseen consistently strong box office … [Read more...] about Warner Bros. Discovery announces Western Pacific leadership roles
MTV amps up its content slate, launches new season of its marquee show MTV Splitsvilla X4
Fortifying its position as the leader in youth-centric entertainment, MTV continues to up its ante with tentpole original content for its viewers. MTV’s much-anticipated marquee franchise is back for another exciting season; MTV Splitsvilla X4 is all set to present a unique mélange of modern-day dating and classic romance, where true love is hard-earned. In its latest season, MTV Splitsvilla X4, co-powered by Wildstone Deos and Perfumes and ONN…Total Comfort, is all set … [Read more...] about MTV amps up its content slate, launches new season of its marquee show MTV Splitsvilla X4