ViacomCBS, the parent company of Paramount+, CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon and Comedy Central, released the findings of its newest Global Insights project, Reflecting Me: Global Representation On Screen, which uncovers that global audiences feel entertainment companies have a responsibility to increase authentic, accurate on-screen representation. Reflecting Me: Global Representation On Screen is an expansive in-depth exploration of how television and entertainment teach people about themselves and … [Read more...] about ViacomCBS Global Insights: Accurate, authentic on-screen representation matters to global audiences
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Indonesian celebrities, Afgansyah Reza and Isyana Sarasvati joins ‘AXN Ultimate Challenge Indonesia’
In partnership with the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia (MOTCE), KC Global Media announced the launch of new original television and digital series titled AXN Ultimate Challenge Indonesia, premiering on 25th November at 8:30 pm., SGT (7:30 p.m., JKT) on the leading English-language general entertainment channel, AXN Asia and streaming worldwide on its official YouTube channel starting 27th November. Hosted by Richard Kyle, the six-part multimedia series stars … [Read more...] about Indonesian celebrities, Afgansyah Reza and Isyana Sarasvati joins ‘AXN Ultimate Challenge Indonesia’
Asia’s growing appetite for the C-drama wave (Part two)
In the first part of this story, we explored what drives the demand for Chinese content in Asia. Continued investments in fresh genres and high-quality productions iQiyi, which not only streams a wide selection of Chinese content but also popular K-drama titles, sees an overlap in the K-drama audience that they’re able to pull them to Chinese drama. Kuek said, “I think we’re trying to make sure that we always try out different styles and genres. We want to break out beyond that group so … [Read more...] about Asia’s growing appetite for the C-drama wave (Part two)
Asia’s growing appetite for the C-drama wave
The demand for Chinese content is steadily growing across Southeast Asia. As Asian streaming platforms offer an array of high-quality productions of Chinese content, how will this demand shape up in the years to come? According to a recent study on Southeast Asia Online Video Consumer Insights & Analytics published by Media Partners Asia, the growth of streamers such as WeTV and iQiyi has strengthened Chinese content consumption in Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand, boosted … [Read more...] about Asia’s growing appetite for the C-drama wave
Discovery, Inc. names Anil Jhingan as President and Managing Director, Asia Pacific
Discovery, Inc. today announced Anil Jhingan as its new President and Managing Director of Asia Pacific. Jhingan will commence in the role from 1 November, as current regional head Simon Robinson steps away from the APAC business to lead integration planning activities in connection with the proposed WarnerMedia transaction. Jhingan will be based in London and report directly to JB Perrette, President and CEO of Discovery Streaming and International. In his new role, Jhingan will lead all of … [Read more...] about Discovery, Inc. names Anil Jhingan as President and Managing Director, Asia Pacific
Viacom18 Consumer Products launches an exclusive range of Garfield merchandise
The lasagne-lover orange cat is back! With global awareness of 92 percent and licensed across 111 countries, Garfield has been the most syndicated comic strip in the world. Regarded as one of the most-watched kids’ shows with over 18 million social followers, the character has captivated young fans as well as adults. Further, in an endeavour to bolster Garfield’s fandom beyond television screens, Viacom18 Consumer Products is all set to introduce an exclusive range of Garfield merchandise to … [Read more...] about Viacom18 Consumer Products launches an exclusive range of Garfield merchandise