BBC Studios announced on 1 December that it will launch linear channels BBC Earth, BBC Lifestyle, CBeebies and BBC World News together with on-demand channel BBC First and multi-genre SVOD service, BBC Player on Singtel TV, Singapore’s leading network and pay-TV provider. The linear and on-demand channels will be available from 1 December 2021 on Singtel TV, Singtel TV GO and video streaming platform CAST while the multi-genre SVOD service will be made available sometime in early 2022. Phil … [Read more...] about BBC Studios brings premium British content to Singapore through a partnership with Singtel
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TechStorm audience growth rate exceeds 500%; Platform count in the Philippines rises at CAGR 240% through 2021
TechStorm, the region’s leading and fastest-growing esports, gaming media organization has announced a record year of further unprecedented growth in 2021 and a year-on-year uptick in both aggregate audience and number of partner platforms across Asia. It announced a total of 122 partner platforms year-to-date, registering a stellar platform Growth Rate of 458% as of November 2021 just north of two years since its launch in early 2019. The company successfully achieved robust growth with a … [Read more...] about TechStorm audience growth rate exceeds 500%; Platform count in the Philippines rises at CAGR 240% through 2021
TechStorm premieres anthology series ‘Black Mirror’, first on TV in Asia
TechStorm, Asia’s largest and fastest-growing 24/7 Esports, gaming and tech media distribution platform has unveiled its exciting premiere line-up. Come 6 December, the internationally acclaimed British anthology series Black Mirror will premiere on TechStorm as a First on TV title in Asia since its debut as a top-rated streaming title. Subtitles will be available in multiple languages, namely Bahasa Indonesia, Thai, Traditional Chinese and more, a nod to the network’s expanded presence … [Read more...] about TechStorm premieres anthology series ‘Black Mirror’, first on TV in Asia
Han Hyo-Joo and Park Hyung-Sik’s comeback K-drama ‘Happiness’ to premiere on tvN
Han Hyo-joo and Park Hyung-sik are starring in the upcoming South Korean drama HAPPINESS, premiering on 06 November, every Saturday and Sunday 10.30 p.m. on tvN (Singtel TV CH 518, StarHub TV CH 824). HAPPINESS is Han Hyo-joo and Park Hyung-sik's comeback K-drama. The action-thriller masterpiece also cast Jo Woo-jin and will follow the story of the people living in an apartment during a time where a deadly virus has spread throughout the city. Conflict arises within the apartment as the … [Read more...] about Han Hyo-Joo and Park Hyung-Sik’s comeback K-drama ‘Happiness’ to premiere on tvN
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)
Disney+ Singapore celebrates everyday heroes with local singer-songwriters Gentle Bones and Iman Fandi
Disney+ Singapore partners with regional headliner Joel Tan (Gentle Bones) and rising popstar Iman Fandi, for a special rendition of Gentle Bones’ new song titled “You’re My Superhero”. With the tagline “Not All Heroes Wear Capes”, the uplifting and inspirational duet is part of the STAR Heroes campaign that recognises and celebrates the everyday heroes amongst us. Disney+ Singapore collaborated with the duo to feature a new rendition of Gentle Bones’ ‘You’re My Superhero’ that encourages its … [Read more...] about Disney+ Singapore celebrates everyday heroes with local singer-songwriters Gentle Bones and Iman Fandi