The Paralympic Committee of India has awarded the rights to broadcast the Tokyo 2020 Summer Paralympic Games to Eurosport India. The Tokyo 2020 Summer Paralympic Games, set to take place between 24 August and 5 September, will be the first time Eurosport broadcasts a global multi-sport event in India and expands on a diverse range of sports already available to fans across its platforms. With a focus on local heroes, Eurosport India’s coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Summer Paralympic Games will … [Read more...] about Eurosport India secures rights to broadcast Tokyo 2020 Summer Paralympic Games
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How China’s top social media platform Weibo is diversifying its offerings through content
More than just being one of China’s top social media platforms, Weibo has been expanding its offerings to cater to its 530 million monthly active users and Chinese video content creators. One of its efforts in terms of expansion is through licensing short video content as an attempt to seek out alternative opportunities for Weibo and its Chinese content creators. Jennie So, the General Manager of Weibo International Department told Television Asia Plus that Weibo, as a middleman, … [Read more...] about How China’s top social media platform Weibo is diversifying its offerings through content
Josh Groban to host sweet new series ‘Eye Candy’ on The Roku Channel
Roku® is bringing Eye Candy, a sweet, new competition series based on the hit Japanese game show, Sokkuri Sweets, produced by Nippon TV, to The Roku Channel. The series puts teams of celebrities and civilians together as they attempt to identify outrageous edible creations designed to look like everyday ordinary objects. The new series will be hosted by Grammy and Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and actor, Josh Groban. Celebrity guests of the series include Jamie Chung, Bryan Greenberg, … [Read more...] about Josh Groban to host sweet new series ‘Eye Candy’ on The Roku Channel
Gordon Ramsay and Fox Entertainment form leading new worldwide production venture Studio Ramsay Global
Award-winning chef, restaurateur and presenter Gordon Ramsay and FOX Entertainment are jointly forming STUDIO RAMSAY GLOBAL, a new production entity co-owned between the two that will develop, produce and distribute culinary and lifestyle programming for FOX, its ad-supported streaming platform, Tubi, and platforms worldwide. In doing so, STUDIO RAMSAY GLOBAL will acquire 100% of Ramsay’s current television business, Studio Ramsay, with FOX funding the purchase. The announcement was made by … [Read more...] about Gordon Ramsay and Fox Entertainment form leading new worldwide production venture Studio Ramsay Global
Discovery, Inc. announces leadership changes in Asia Pacific
Discovery, Inc. “Discovery” announced changes to its leadership in the Asia Pacific, including the appointment of Jeeyoung Lee as Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific Content Strategy and General Manager, Japan and South Korea. Lee, based in Seoul, will join the business on 17 August and report to the company’s Chief Transformation Officer and President, Asia Pacific, Simon Robinson. Lee will lead Content Strategy for the Asia Pacific to support the development and success of the region’s … [Read more...] about Discovery, Inc. announces leadership changes in Asia Pacific
Nickelodeon celebrates Friendship Day with #ToastYourDost
With Friendship Day just around the corner, Nickelodeon, India’s pioneering kids’ entertainment brand and an undisputed category leader entertaining millions of young fans across India have bigger celebration plans with its latest initiative #ToastYourDost. Represented by Nick toons, #ToastYourDost will give its young viewers a chance to celebrate the entire month of August as a massive ode to friendship with banter between friends, pranks, and a whole lot of fun. Kick-starting the month-long … [Read more...] about Nickelodeon celebrates Friendship Day with #ToastYourDost