GMA Network once again charts new grounds for Philippine entertainment, solidifying its place as a one-stop shop for major film studios including Regal Entertainment, Inc., Viva Films, OctoArts Films, and now, Star Cinema. On April 5, the Network hosted a historic contract signing with ABS-CBN to license some of Star Cinema’s most popular and well-loved movies. Present during the virtual event were GMA Network President and Chief Operating Officer Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr.; Executive Vice … [Read more...] about GMA Network to air Star Cinema movies in a historic deal with ABS-CBN Corp.
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Astro and All3Media International announce adaptation of ‘Liar’ for Malaysian audiences
Astro, Malaysia’s leading content and entertainment company has acquired the rights to adapt BAFTA and British Screenwriters nominee Liar, a thriller series created by BAFTA and Golden Globe-nominated screenwriters Harry and Jack Williams, through the partnership of its film production arm, Astro Shaw, with renowned independent television, film and digital production and distribution company All3Media International. Double Vision, the production company behind The Bridge, played a key role in … [Read more...] about Astro and All3Media International announce adaptation of ‘Liar’ for Malaysian audiences
Navdeep Aswal joins Firstlight Media to meet growing India, MENA demand
With market traction fueling new growth opportunities in India and beyond, Firstlight Media announced that Navdeep Singh Aswal has joined the company as Head of Sales, India and MENA. Aswal, who has helped Tier 1 operators and media companies select and deploy OTT platforms for more than 15 years, will build on Firstlight Media’s initial successes in the Indian market. India’s aha entertainment service has leveraged the efficiency and rapid time to market of Firstlight Media’s breakthrough … [Read more...] about Navdeep Aswal joins Firstlight Media to meet growing India, MENA demand
Nippon TV and Sera Film announce new co-development partnership
Nippon TV, Japan’s leading multiplatform entertainment company, and Sera Film, one of the oldest independent production and distribution companies in Turkey, today announced that the two companies have entered a new co-development partnership to create a brand new international unscripted format for global exploitation. The partnership will formulate the collaboration of Turkish storytelling with the creativity of Japanese fun and crazy game shows. The first project in development is a … [Read more...] about Nippon TV and Sera Film announce new co-development partnership
V6 Production Thailand turns to LiveU’s REMI Solution for engaging live sports coverage
One of Thailand's top production companies, V6 Production, has adopted LiveU's live streaming and REMI (remote production) solution to provide innovative live coverage from a series of live sports events. These include the "Thailand Super Series” (supercar racing), Thai Boxing, Buriram Marathon and Midnight Marathon. On-site support and the equipment are provided by LiveU's local partner, DSC Thailand. V6 Production looked for a live video solution that could ensure transmission signal … [Read more...] about V6 Production Thailand turns to LiveU’s REMI Solution for engaging live sports coverage
Second season of ‘Cypher’ exclusively returns to the Roku Channel
Scripted series Cypher will exclusively return to The Roku Channel for an all-new second season in 2023. The Roku Channel acquired season 2 of Cypher, which will feature 13 one-hour episodes and will be exclusive to The Roku Channel in the U.S. and Canada. The Roku Channel exclusively premiered Season 1 of Cypher in 2021. Screen Media Ventures has worldwide distribution and will be introducing the project to buyers outside of North America at MIPTV 2022. In addition to principal producer … [Read more...] about Second season of ‘Cypher’ exclusively returns to the Roku Channel