Sydney - FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) has collared international rights to Satisfaction, a steamy new Australian drama set in an upmarket brothel. Created by Roger Simpson and produced via his new banner Lonehand Productions, the 10 x 1 hour series was commissioned by the Showtime movie network. Satisfaction will premiere on Dec. 5 as one of the opening week attractions on Showcase, Showtime's new channel dedicated to original US and Australian drama, independent movies and documentaries. … [Read more...] about Showtime gives FremantleMedia Satisfaction
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STAR flags more channels for India and further co-ventures
Hong Kong – ‘In Conversation’ at CASBAA Convention 2007, STAR CEO Paul Aiello revealed plans to launch more new channels for India in the coming years, in regional languages including Telegu, Marathi, Bengali and Gujarati. Aiello referred to STAR’s joint venture with Balaji Telefilms to launch new channels targeting the South India market. The April 2007-announced JV, 51% owned by STAR and 49% by Balaji, is headquartered in Chennai and combines resources to infuse VIJAY … [Read more...] about STAR flags more channels for India and further co-ventures
Discovery launches Planet Green programming block
Hong Kong/Singapore - Discovery Networks Asia is launching a Planet Green programming block on Discovery Channel from March 2008. Planet Green is a global, cross-company initiative committed to documenting, preserving and celebrating the planet. The brand is scheduled to launch as the first 24-hour green television network in the US in 2008. Tom Keaveny, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Discovery Networks Asia, said “Environmental issues are at the forefront of consumer … [Read more...] about Discovery launches Planet Green programming block
CIMG unveils more channel brands at CASBAA
Hong Kong - Comcast International Media Group (CIMG), formerly E! Networks, made its debut in the Asia Pacific with a full rebrand at CASBAA Convention 2007. In line with CIMG’s new global strategy, The Style Network is to debut worldwide with an Asia Pacific launch scheduled for 2008, and The Golf Channel, currently available in China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Malaysia and Singapore, will launch globally as a 24-hour service next year. Additionally, CIMG recently unveiled a suite of … [Read more...] about CIMG unveils more channel brands at CASBAA
CNBC adds 2 million Asia Pacific homes, eyes further growth
Singapore – CNBC has expanded significantly in Asia Pacific this year, boosting local programming, with a 10% growth in personnel and adding 2 million more households in the Asia Pacific region. Having re-launched the business day programming schedule, CNBC Asia created five new shows, increasing Asia Pacific programming to 9.5 hours every business day. The business news network has also established a bureau in Sydney, launched a new suite of mobile products, established a partnership in … [Read more...] about CNBC adds 2 million Asia Pacific homes, eyes further growth
Asia Media Festival set to make a bigger splash in 2007
Singapore – The Asia Media Festival 2007 (AMF 2007), the regional business platform for the media industry to be held Nov. 14 – Dec. 4 in Singapore, is set to grow this year with a marked increase in participation and the debut of several new events. Hosted by the Media Development Authority of Singapore and organized by Reed Exhibitions in collaboration with key industry partners, AMF 2007 is expecting 5,400 trade participants, 16% up on 2006. Among the new events will be the Apollo … [Read more...] about Asia Media Festival set to make a bigger splash in 2007