Over 150 industry leaders gathered in Bangkok for the Asia Video Industry Association’s (AVIA) Thailand in View conference, for a day of discussions centered around the State of Video in Thailand, the Supremacy of Content and Boosting Advertising Revenue, before closing off with a keynote address on the Big Picture. There was much optimism on the future of video and content, with many speakers agreeing that it was indeed Thailand’s time on the world stage. In his welcome address, Sompan … [Read more...] about The Future of Thai Content Shines Brightly with Thai Soft Power Enabling it to Travel the World
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Talpa Studios’ The Floor hits 10 markets in its first year
Talpa Studios announces the ninth and tenth international sales of its hit quiz show The Floor, to Argentina and Hungary. This development is significant for Talpa Studios, as it introduces the popular format to the Latin American market. With these rapid extensions, The Floor has become one of the fastest growing formats of 2023. In less than a year since its premiere, it's achieved a remarkable milestone by expanding into 10 markets, a testament to its widespread appeal and fulfilling industry … [Read more...] about Talpa Studios’ The Floor hits 10 markets in its first year
Eccho Rights announces International Distribution Rights to new Turkish drama Kara
Eccho Rights has announced the acquisition of international distribution rights for the upcoming Turkish drama, “Kara (Original Title: Arak),” produced by Most Production and set for its debut on 21 December on Show TV in Turkey. It tells the compelling story of Kara, a young thief from the slums of Istanbul. In a quest for truth and revenge, Kara infiltrates the life of Zeynep, whose family he once robbed, leading to a tumultuous journey where love and vengeance collide, leaving his future … [Read more...] about Eccho Rights announces International Distribution Rights to new Turkish drama Kara
MasterChef Hits 70 Markets
Media and entertainment powerhouse Banijay announced global cookery hit MasterChef has reached 70 international adaptations, with two new versions set for Serbia and Malta. Serbian broadcaster TV Prva will produce a first season of the world-famous factual entertainment format to air this month, bringing together local amateur cooks all keen to show the country they have what it takes in the kitchen. Meanwhile, PBS-owned TVM in Malta will launch a new adaptation of the format in February … [Read more...] about MasterChef Hits 70 Markets
APC Kids signs new sales for fantasy family series Tinka
APC Kids, part of leading co-production and distribution group APC Studios, has secured new broadcast deals across all three seasons of fantasy family series Tinka. Tinka season 3 (24 x 26’) has been picked up by Téléquébec (Canada) and Canal+ (France), while season 2 has been acquired by MTVA (Hungary) and France TV (France). Season one has found a new home on ERR (Estonia). The 72 x 26’ live action saga is produced by independent producer Cosmo for TV2 in Denmark. APC Kids holds worldwide … [Read more...] about APC Kids signs new sales for fantasy family series Tinka
Static Waves Korea partners with Arirang TV to launch first K-Pop-focused FAST Channel: K-Wave
Static Waves, the Amsterdam headquartered and now Seoul-based media company focused on FAST channel creation and distribution, content production, and ad sales, has partnered with South Korean broadcasting company Arirang TV to launch the first ever FAST channel dedicated to the wildly popular music and cultural phenomenon known as K-Pop. K-Wave will launch this coming January via ZEASN platforms in the US, Europe, and Asia, which include TCL, Vestel, and HiSense TV+ connected TVs pre-installed … [Read more...] about Static Waves Korea partners with Arirang TV to launch first K-Pop-focused FAST Channel: K-Wave