BBC Studios, the BBC’s main commercial arm, has announced the first launch of its popular BBC Lifestyle channel in South Korea on telecommunications platform LG U+. LG U+ Corp is a South Korean cellular carrier owned by Korea's fourth-largest conglomerate, LG Corporation, and parent company of LG Electronics. LG U+ will be the first platform in South Korea where audiences can watch the BBC Lifestyle channel, which launches on 27th July 2020. BBC Lifestyle is a unique entertainment … [Read more...] about BBC Studios launches BBC Lifestyle Channel on major South Korean telecommunications platform LG U+
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Viu acquires exclusive OTT rights to 12 iconic Takuya Kimura dramas
Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service from PCCW Media Group, announced that it has acquired exclusive OTT rights from Fuji TV to bring 12 iconic Takuya Kimura titles, including Long Vacation, Love Generation, and the Hero series to Viu-ers. Both a successful singer and actor, Takuya Kimura (also known as Kimutaku) is an iconic figure in the Japanese entertainment industry. He was a member of the best-selling boy band in Asia, SMAP, which hosted the widely acclaimed variety show SMAP x … [Read more...] about Viu acquires exclusive OTT rights to 12 iconic Takuya Kimura dramas
IFA and LGI Media reaches high with co-production deals for ‘Tibet: Roof Of The World’
Asian production powerhouse IFA Media and LGI Media (formerly Looking Glass International) the Australian based distribution company specializing in factual programming has solidified co-production agreements with prominent broadcasters from around the world for the new blue-chip wildlife project Tibet: Roof of the World. Producers - IFA Media, partnered with Chinese production giants CICC (China Intercontinental Communication Center), Singapore’s, IMDA (Infocomm Media Development Authority … [Read more...] about IFA and LGI Media reaches high with co-production deals for ‘Tibet: Roof Of The World’
Viu shows 42% growth in consumption as per latest MPA AMPD report backed by popular pan-regional content in Asia including Korean content and Viu Originals
Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service from PCCW Media Group, unveiled major Korean content agreements that reinforce its content proposition with a continual lead on volume deals with five Korean broadcasters. Viu also highlights the popularity of recent Viu Originals, including Pretty Little Liars, My Bubble Tea, and Black. As per the latest MPA AMPD report for Q2, while streaming minutes in the region grew by 19 percent in Q2 2020, consumption on Viu has grown by 42 percent (more … [Read more...] about Viu shows 42% growth in consumption as per latest MPA AMPD report backed by popular pan-regional content in Asia including Korean content and Viu Originals
KC Global Media Asia strengthens its strategic offering with Korean entertainment channel ONE to enhance offerings to the Indonesian market
KC Global Media Asia is embarking on a journey to drive growth in the Indonesian market and has taken a major step by strengthening the offering of ONE channel, the leading Korean entertainment channel in Asia. Tapping into local tastes and demands, KC Global Media Asia will be adding more fresh-from-Korea dramas and variety shows on ONE channel for Indonesian viewers by introducing an all-new schedule featuring a wide range of K-dramas and K-variety shows including the newest drama series … [Read more...] about KC Global Media Asia strengthens its strategic offering with Korean entertainment channel ONE to enhance offerings to the Indonesian market
Imagine Communications provides Sharjah Broadcasting Authority’s Al Wousta Channel with IP playout solution
Imagine Communications has taken a leading role in Al Wousta, a new television channel owned by Sharjah Broadcasting Authority (SBA) and broadcast from Al Dhaid, the capital of the Emirate of Sharjah. A complete greenfield installation set in a striking state-of-the-art new building, the station is entirely reliant on IP connectivity using the SMPTE ST 2110 family of standards. The technology platform was collaboratively developed by engineers from Al Wousta and Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, … [Read more...] about Imagine Communications provides Sharjah Broadcasting Authority’s Al Wousta Channel with IP playout solution