Warner Bros. Discovery has partnered with Shell for a brand-new, adrenaline-filled show, Dare to Ride, which premiered on Discovery Southeast Asia (SEA) and India on June 25, 2022. Dare to Ride showcases some of Asia's most accomplished riders as they attempt to conquer the region's most iconic routes with just their bikes, their wits, and their technical know-how. The show is narrated by Steve Crombie, a world-renowned professional adventure motorcyclist who has already conquered many … [Read more...] about Warner Bros. Discovery partners with Shell in ‘Dare to Ride’
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Anish Mehta steps down as CEO of Indian animation studio, Cosmos-Maya
Following a ten-year stint building Cosmos-Maya, India’s most successful animation studio, from a 30-member team to a 1200+ strong animation powerhouse, Anish Mehta has decided to move on from his role as CEO. Under Anish’s leadership, the studio has grown multifold owing to his strong ability to maintain a balance between business and creativity. As CEO and minority shareholder of Cosmos-Maya since 2012, he is credited with achieving a number of milestones not only for the studio but also for … [Read more...] about Anish Mehta steps down as CEO of Indian animation studio, Cosmos-Maya
Beyond Rights secures new kids’ and factual deals in China
Ahead of its participation in the virtual MIP China event, Beyond Rights is pleased to announce the closure of several new deals for factual and kids’ content in the territory. Following its acquisition of Turbozaurs from the Beyond Rights catalogue, Youku, the streaming platform of Alibaba Digital Media and Entertainment Group, has now picked up both series of the charming and cosy pre-school animation title Hushabye Lullabye (30 x 3). Featuring loveable characters and lullabies, and set in … [Read more...] about Beyond Rights secures new kids’ and factual deals in China
Malaysian animation production house Lil Critter Workshop launches in the UK
Acclaimed Malaysian animation house Lil Critter Workshop (LCW) is expanding its global footprint, setting up an animation studio in the UK. Based in Bristol, LCW’s new studio will focus on developing the company’s own IP, working with creative talent, studios and co-production partners in the UK and across Europe. Headed by LCW’s Co-Founder and Executive Producer Walid Omar, the studio will be looking to recruit both senior development executives and creative staff as well as working with … [Read more...] about Malaysian animation production house Lil Critter Workshop launches in the UK
ABP Network names Sameer Rao as CEO of ABP Creations Pvt. Ltd.
India’s leading media conglomerate, ABP Network, has appointed Mr. Sameer Rao as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ABP Creations Pvt. Ltd., a 100% subsidiary of ABP Network Pvt. Ltd. A seasoned media and entertainment professional, Sameer has a wide-ranging experience of two decades in television, film, and digital platforms. His appointment has been effective from 1st June 2022. He will be operating from ABP Network’s Mumbai office. Sameer is a well-regarded senior Indian media and … [Read more...] about ABP Network names Sameer Rao as CEO of ABP Creations Pvt. Ltd.
South Pacific Pictures and White Balance Pictures announce cast for new drama ‘Far North’
Acting legend, Temuera Morrison (Star Wars, The Book of Boba Fett, Once Were Warriors) and international multi-award winning actress, Robyn Malcolm (Top of the Lake, The Outpost, Outrageous Fortune) have been announced to star in the major new drama series FAR NORTH. The pair will lead an outstanding and diverse cast of actors including Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi (The Panthers), Xana Tang (Mulan, Sweet Tooth), Fei … [Read more...] about South Pacific Pictures and White Balance Pictures announce cast for new drama ‘Far North’