Times Television Network (TTN), part of India’s media conglomerate, The Times Group, has announced the appointment of Hemant Arora as Business Head of the Branded Content Business for ET NOW, TIMES NOW and zoOm, effective April 1, 2013. The new business unit will focus on customised solutions and properties that enhance value for clients, creating impact and engagement across the network. In line with TTN’s strategic focus, Arora has been mandated with a larger business role with a … [Read more...] about Times Television Network appoints Hemant Arora as Business Head of the Branded Content Business
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MIPTV: Passion Distribution continues strong sales into Asia
Passion Distribution announced that in the first quarter of 2013, it has licensed programming to over 30 territories in Asia, further expanding its growing presence in the region. LiTV has licenced a number of Scripps Networks International titles from Passion for its Asian footprint, including Celebrity Motor Homes (4 x 30’) and Million Dollar Contractors Season 1 & 2 (26 x 30’). FOX has also finalised a Pan-Asia deal, acquiring Ace of Cakes Season 9 (12 x 30’ & … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Passion Distribution continues strong sales into Asia
Indian government shuts down Fashion TV
New Delhi, India – India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has released an order which forced Fashion TV (India) to cease all television broadcast for ten days. The order was released after telecasts of programmes – which include Chantellie Lingerie, Paris and Designers in high definition, were reported for crimes of indecency; obscenity and vulgar exposure; as well as, unsuitability for children and public exhibition. As a result of the order, Fashion TV has … [Read more...] about Indian government shuts down Fashion TV
9 Story Entertainment’s “Camp Lakebottom” sold to Disney XD U.S.
Toronto, Canada – 9 Story Entertainment has announced the sale of its children’s animated comedy Camp Lakebottom (26x22’) to Disney XD U.S., as well as, multiple international Disney channels in the UK; Ireland; Benelux; Italy; Spain (through LUK); CEE including Poland; Asia including Japan, Korea and India; Middle East; Turkey; South and Sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America. Camp Lakebottom, produced by 9 Story Entertainment for TELETOON Canada, has also been licensed to ABC … [Read more...] about 9 Story Entertainment’s “Camp Lakebottom” sold to Disney XD U.S.
MIPTV: CABLEready completes over 170 hours of pre-MIPTV deals
Connecticut, U.S. – CABLEready has closed a series of global sales agreement, which has collectively exceeded 170 hours of programming. Titles which have been sold include Lost Treasure Hunters (6 x 60) to Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (India); Inside The Actors Studio (50 x 60, 10 x 120) to Sky (New Zealand) - including the 250th Episode Special and episodes featuring Tina Fey and Liam Neeson; 2013 Tony Awards to ABS-CBN Creative Programmes Inc. (Philippines) and NHK (Japan); as well as … [Read more...] about MIPTV: CABLEready completes over 170 hours of pre-MIPTV deals
Asia Pacific’s pay-TV boom to continue
Pay-TV revenues in Asia Pacific will be US$12 billion higher in 2018 (US$43.9 billion total) than in 2012, according to a report from Digital TV Research. It also estimates that pay-TV revenues (subscriptions and on-demand) will grow by US$2.1 billion in 2013 to US$33.9 billion. Simon Murray, the author of the report, said, “China overtook Japan to become the most lucrative pay-TV market in 2012. Pay-TV revenues will more than double in five countries [Indonesia (tripling), Pakistan, the … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific’s pay-TV boom to continue
