BIG MAGIC, the flagship general entertainment channel from Reliance Broadcast Network, has announced the inking of a carriage deal with DD Direct+, following its distribution alliance with digital DTH service provider Videocon d2h. The deal expands the channel's reach across Hindi-speaking markets. BIG MAGIC offers an eclectic mix ranging from family dramas, reality shows and cookery shows to game shows, weekend movies and more. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sunil Kumaran, Business Head, BIG … [Read more...] about BIG MAGIC to be carried on DTH provider DD Direct+
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Indian channel to offer 24-hour wedding reality content
Noida, India - Shagun TV, a new television channel headquartered in India's capital, is set to offer 24-hour matrimonial reality content. This leverages on the Indian wedding market - valued at an estimated $38 billion a year and expected to grow 25-30% annually, according to the Times Colonist. Shagun TV's current programming includes a bridal makeover show, a show featuring honeymoon destinations and one on the often-fraught relationship between mothers and … [Read more...] about Indian channel to offer 24-hour wedding reality content
Endemol’s “Big Brother” goes to Vietnam
Endemol has announced that Big Brother has been sold to Vietnam for the first time. Vietnamese broadcaster VTV has commissioned 65 episodes of Big Brother, which will air over nine weeks and is set to launch in 2013. This latest commission, which follows a string of Endemol format deals in Vietnam this year, comes as Big Brother sees one of its most successful years globally. In India, two regional language versions have launched in 2013 in addition to the … [Read more...] about Endemol’s “Big Brother” goes to Vietnam
Star India to broadcast 2014 and 2016 Olympics
According to Reuters, Star India was awarded the broadcast rights for the 2014 winter Olympics and 2016 summer Games for seven South Asian countries, including India and Pakistan, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said. The IOC has broken new ground in recent years, directly negotiating broadcast rights for some markets instead of selling the rights for all territories on a continent to one umbrella broadcasting institution, added the report. "Star India acquired the rights to … [Read more...] about Star India to broadcast 2014 and 2016 Olympics
India’s advertisers and broadcasters reach compromise on TV ratings
According to the Business Standard, India’s top advertisers and broadcasters have resolved the differences that emerged regarding the frequency of TV ratings. Seven broadcasters - STAR India, ZEE, NDTV, Times Television, BAG, Viacom 18 and Network 18, and Multi Screen Media - and advertisers such as Hindustan Unilever, Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola and PepsiCo were in conflict after the decision by the seven networks to shift to monthly ratings two weeks ago. Providing weekly ratings to … [Read more...] about India’s advertisers and broadcasters reach compromise on TV ratings
Zodiak Kids inks multiple sales agreements across Asia
Zodiak Kids has secured a raft of programme sales throughout Asia for over 280 hours of programming from across their portfolio. Cartoon Network has picked up a third series (52X11’) of Horrid Henry to air in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, the Maldives and Sri Lanka. In a separate deal, Discovery Kids has acquired the broadcast rights to the third series (20X20’) of Mister Maker produced by Zodiak’s The Foundation studio. Mister … [Read more...] about Zodiak Kids inks multiple sales agreements across Asia