Singapore – RTL CBS Asia Entertainment Network announced on July 23 that it will bring The X Factor UK talent competition to Asia. The X Factor UK is the originator of the international The X Factor franchise and is one of the biggest television talent competitions in the world. The show is produced by FremantleMedia's Thames and Simon Cowell's production company SycoTV. First and exclusive on the RTL CBS Entertainment HD channel The X Factor … [Read more...] about RTL CBS Entertainment HD to bring “The X Factor UK” to Asia
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Celestial Tiger Entertainment appoints Su Wei Wong as Associate Director
Hong Kong – Celestial Tiger Entertainment (CTE), operator of the largest bouquet of pan-Asian channels dedicated to Asian entertainment, announced on July 16 its appointment of Su Wei Wong as Associate Director, Advertising Sales. Based in CTE’s newly-opened office in Kuala Lumpur, Wong will be responsible for driving advertising sales in Malaysia. She will be working closely with Astro Media Sales to boost advertising revenue for CTE’s channels Celestial Movies and KIX … [Read more...] about Celestial Tiger Entertainment appoints Su Wei Wong as Associate Director
Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios appoints new CEO
Nusajaya, Johor – Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios (“PIMS” or the Studios), the largest independent integrated studios facility in the South East Asia, announced the appointment of Rezal A. Rahman as the Chief Executive Office (“CEO”) of Iskandar Malaysia Studios Sdn Bhd (“IMS”) with effect from 1 July 2014. IMS is the company established to undertake PIMS development. Michael Lake, who has been the CEO of IMS since December 13, 2010, will now … [Read more...] about Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios appoints new CEO
“Bersamamu” premieres internationally at 3rd Deauville Green Awards
Petaling Jaya – TV3 humanitarian documentary series, Bersamamu, received its international premiere when it was screened at the 3rd Deauville Green Awards. The series was also nominated for Best Documentary Film, under the Corporate Sponsorship and Humanitarian Help category. Bersamamu was shortlisted from a total of 250 entries from over 30 countries. The programme was screened to the public, press and panel of jury on June 17 at Cinéma Morny. One of the … [Read more...] about “Bersamamu” premieres internationally at 3rd Deauville Green Awards
Euronews gains over half a million subscribers in Malaysia
Lyon, France – The Euronews media group, Europe's international news channel, is accelerating its development in Asia thanks to an agreement with Telekom Malaysia, the second biggest operator in Malaysia. Euronews, available in its 24/7 English version, can now reach 530,000 households subscribing to the basic HyppTV package from Telekom Malaysia. Arnaud Verlhac, Director Worldwide Distribution, said: "Euronews first launched in Malaysia in 2010. In 2014, cooperation with Telekom … [Read more...] about Euronews gains over half a million subscribers in Malaysia
Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios officially opens
Nusajaya, Johor – Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios (PIMS), the largest independent integrated studio facility in South East Asia, officially opened on June 14 by Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar, Sultan and Sovereign Ruler of the State and Territory of Johor Darul Ta’zim. Located in Iskandar Malaysia, in the state of Johor, the RM550 million state-of-the art facilities is set to position Johor as the regional hub for film and television … [Read more...] about Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios officially opens
