Singapore – HBO Asia and Eros International has made a joint to launch two new premium advertising-free movie channels, HBO DEFINED and HBO HITS, in India. This alliance will provide for the development of both HBO’s existing formats for India as well as the creation of original content for the Indian television market and international distribution. “I’m very excited about building the Eros brand in Premium Pay Television, particularly with an industry leader such … [Read more...] about HBO Asia and Eros International to launch two premium TV channels in India
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HBO Asia launches two new HD channels
Singapore – HBO Asia has announced the launch of two new HD channels - HBO SIGNATURE HD and HBO FAMILY HD, doubling their HD offerings to four. Recently launched in Indonesia, Mongolia and the Philippines with more territories to follow, HBO SIGNATURE HD and HBO FAMILY HD will be available on StarHub in Singapore from Friday, November 30. “With all HBO branded linear channels available in high-definition, subscribers will get to enjoy a cinematic experience on … [Read more...] about HBO Asia launches two new HD channels
Foxtel signs new HBO Deal
Foxtel has signed an output agreement which will provide its customers with exclusive first run HBO content as well as access to the HBO library. The deal gives Foxtel exclusive rights to new HBO series, miniseries, comedy specials and documentaries. HBO original programming includes titles such as the multi-award-winning Boardwalk Empire and Game of Thrones, as well as Girls, True Blood, Treme, Veep and Eastbound & Down. “HBO content will premiere on Foxtel’s premium drama … [Read more...] about Foxtel signs new HBO Deal
HBO CEO Bill Nelson to retire
New York – Bill Nelson has announced that he will step down as CEO of Home Box Office, Inc. (HBO) at the end of the year. Under Nelson's tenure, HBO has enjoyed record revenues and profits, experienced a resurgence in its original programming and expanded its international businesses, resulting in over 100 million subscribers worldwide. Under the new management structure, Eric Kessler will serve as President and COO and Michael Lombardo will serve as President, Programming, and both will … [Read more...] about HBO CEO Bill Nelson to retire
Creative Emmys announces winners
The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences presented the 2011-12 Creative Arts Primetime Emmy Awards for programmes and individual achievements at the 64th Emmy Awards ceremony held this past weekend. The Creative Arts Emmys, which honours the technical side of television, is held one week before the televised Primetime Emmys. HBO was the biggest winner of the evening, bagging 17 awards. CBS and PBS followed closely behind with 13 wins and 11 wins respectively. HBO’s Game of Thrones … [Read more...] about Creative Emmys announces winners
Thailand’s TrueVisions launches 17 HD channels
Bangkok – TrueVisions, Thailand’s biggest pay-TV operator, has introduced 17 HD channels in Phuket. Some of these HD channels are ESPN HD, History HD, National Geographic HD, HBO HD, AXN HD, HD Showcase and Discovery HD World. This news follows the company’s recent announcement to feature Digital Dolby Plus on all its premium HD channels. According to Sales Director Sahat Kanongsilp, True is the only company in Southeast Asia offering Dolby Digital Plus. … [Read more...] about Thailand’s TrueVisions launches 17 HD channels
