SINGAPORE – “You’re either the happiest person I know,” Judd Apatow once told his friend and mentor, Garry Shandling, “or you’ve completely lost your mind.” Shandling responded, “That’s about right.” When Shandling passed away in 2016, he was widely remembered as a top stand-up comic and the star of two of the most innovative sitcoms in TV history. But to those who knew him, the “real” Garry Shandling was a far more complex person. Now, Apatow has created a remarkable … [Read more...] about “The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling” debuts exclusively on HBO in Asia
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HOOQ strengthens content team with new appointments
SINGAPORE – Southeast Asian video-on-demand service HOOQ is strengthening its content team by appointing Bryan Seah as its Head of Original Productions, and Tina Arwin as its new Head of Content, Indonesia. This is in line with continued efforts in building its strength in Asia by expanding the content slate on the platform. Both Seah and Arwin are industry veterans with extensive programming expertise and will focus on deepening HOOQ’s original and local content. Seah will be based … [Read more...] about HOOQ strengthens content team with new appointments
Asia’s Next Top Model reveals 14 contestants for season six
HONG KONG – Hit reality TV series Asia’s Next Top Model is back for another season of fashion, feuds and rigorous competition on FOX Life, one of Asia’s leading general entertainment channels. FOX Networks Group Asia and FOX Life have officially announced the 14 young women who will compete in the latest season, selected from scores of auditioning hopefuls across the region who fought for their chance to take center stage in what promises to be the program’s most riveting season … [Read more...] about Asia’s Next Top Model reveals 14 contestants for season six
Casbaa releases updated pay TV and OTT regulatory review for Asia
HONG KONG – Casbaa, the Association for the Asian video industry, has released their long-awaited review of OTT and regulatory policies for the video industry in Asia. Based on a year-long study of legal frameworks and government policies in 17 Asian markets, and using the UK and USA as comparators, Casbaa examines key issues in regulation of the pay TV and online video industry. The Casbaa-released booklet titled ‘OTT TV Policies in Asia’ focuses on policies for professional, … [Read more...] about Casbaa releases updated pay TV and OTT regulatory review for Asia
FOX Asia partners with Endeavor China to boost Asian content
HONG KONG – FOX Networks Group Asia (FNGA) and Endeavor China have signed a multi-year partnership to develop and produce premium original content in Asia. Endeavor China is subsidiary of Endeavor, a global leader in sports, entertainment and fashion. The partnership will leverage on FNGA’s broad experience in producing award-winning original content and its distinctive international distribution platform, as well as Endeavor China’s full access to talent, financing and packaging … [Read more...] about FOX Asia partners with Endeavor China to boost Asian content
CNA’s “Across ASEAN” celebrates harmony despite diversity
SINGAPORE – Channel NewsAsia’s newest five-part series Across ASEAN showcases the diversity yet surprising similarities of ASEAN and its people, featuring relationships that flourish even across borders and different cultures. With 10 member states and a combined population of more than 640 million, ASEAN is the world’s fastest growing region. Yet, beyond the headlines of politics and economies , connections are being forged on a more personal level. Across ASEAN … [Read more...] about CNA’s “Across ASEAN” celebrates harmony despite diversity