MTV World Stage Insider Matthew Zachary Liu (right) Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia - MTV Asia has announced the appointment of the first MTV World Stage Insider, before a selected group of online media and bloggers and across MTV Asia’s social media channels. Liu will commence on August 30 and end on September 9, 2013.The hunt for MTV World Stage Insider was launched on August 1. 2013, for 20 days, through MTV Asia’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram … [Read more...] about MTVAsia finds first MTV World Stage Insider
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India’s RCom to exit DTH after merging subsidiary with Sun Direct
According to the Business Standard, Reliance Digital TV, the fully-owned subsidiary of Reliance Communications that runs its direct-to-home (DTH) operations, will merge with Sun Direct. The deal is set to help RCom reduce debt, and for Sun to gain subscribers in new markets.Under the deal, to be announced in a few days, Reliance Communications (RCom) will have 26 percent stake in the merged entity, the report added. The merged company will also take over about Rs 1,500 crore of … [Read more...] about India’s RCom to exit DTH after merging subsidiary with Sun Direct
HBO Asia to dub “MADAGASCAR 3” in Bahasa Melayu
Taufik Batisah Singapore – HBO Asia will be working with Astro and regional voice talents to air the Asian television premiere of MADAGASCAR 3: EUROPE’S MOST WANTED on Hari Raya Puasa with Bahasa Melayu and English audio options. Regional celebrities cast include Malaysian singer Hafiz Suip as Alex the Lion; Singaporean singer Taufik Batisah as Marty the Zebra; Malaysian actor and TV host Fahrin Ahmad as Melman the Giraffe; Malaysian actress and TV host Lisa … [Read more...] about HBO Asia to dub “MADAGASCAR 3” in Bahasa Melayu
A+E Networks assumes full ownership of AETN All Asia Networks
New York, U.S./Singapore - A+E Networks has concluded a transaction with Astro Overseas Limited (AOL) to assume full ownership of AETN All Asia Networks, the Singapore-based company formed as a joint venture in 2007. AETN All Asia Networks will be rebranded as A+E Networks Asia. The announcement was made by Nancy Dubuc, President & CEO, A+E Networks. “The transition to full ownership of A+E Networks Asia is a first for our company and marks an important milestone,” said … [Read more...] about A+E Networks assumes full ownership of AETN All Asia Networks
Astro delivers growth in customers, ARPU and ADEX
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Tun Zaki Azmi, Chairman of Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad said, “The Company is committed to delivering total returns to shareholders, combining a progressive dividend policy with disciplined investments in the business to generate capital appreciation. For the financial year ending 31st January 2013 (FY13), a total dividend of 4.0 sen per share was declared, translating to an approximate 100% payout ratio on an annualised basis. For the first quarter of the … [Read more...] about Astro delivers growth in customers, ARPU and ADEX
Viacom announces distribution agreements across Southeast Asia
Malaysia/Philippines - Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc. announced further regional distribution of its brands with Comedy Central Asia leading the charge in Malaysia and the Philippines. Comedy Central Asia has launched in Malaysia as part of ASTRO’s B.yond IPTV with Maxis Home Fibre Internet package, and also in the Philippines on SKYcable as well as Cignal Digital TV. June will see further expansion of Comedy Central Asia’s … [Read more...] about Viacom announces distribution agreements across Southeast Asia
