The nomination of 267 programmes across 41 categories from 13 countries with the richness of their differing cultural, storytelling ascendancy, talent and cinematic perspectives are looking forward to the 21st Asian Television Awards on 1st and 2nd December 2016 for the final verdict. The Asian Television Awards (ATA) is the pinnacle for recognising excellence in television entertainment around the Asia- Pacific region. For two decades now, this distinguished event has been embraced by broadcast … [Read more...] about 21st Asian Television Awards nominees span 13 countries
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MBC acquires automotive series
Sherman Oaks, CA- GRB Entertainment announced programming deals for three of its highly rated automotive series. MBC acquired the full series of West Coast Customs, 3 seasons of Car Crazy, and Classic Gear for MENA and Sub-Saharan Africa. West Coast Customs: Famed car customizer Ryan Friedlinghas and his crew at West Coast Customs bring audiences amazing car builds from renderings to reality. One of the longest running car series on television, Car Crazy explores the world of the car … [Read more...] about MBC acquires automotive series
Weekly Launches
Corus launches Disney XD Toronto, ON- Corus Entertainment will launch Disney XD this December, becoming the official home of all Disney networks in Canada. Disney XD will be available to subscribers across (English) Canada beginning 1 December. VOX Germany breaks record Munich- The German version of Spanish mega success series Polseres Vermelles (Red Bracelets) premiered on prime time VOX with record ratings. The first two episodes of Club der roten Bänder (10x60’) had racked … [Read more...] about Weekly Launches
The King of Mask Singer’ earns top ratings
Shanghai, China – Iris Xia, Deputy General Manager of Star China Media Ltd., announced that their new singing competition Format, The King of Mask Singer, (KoMS) earned the # 1 place in its time period on China’s Jiangsu TV. Star China acquired the rights to this Format from South Korea’s MBC. Star China also acquired Infinite Challenge from MBC at MIPTV this year. The King of Mask Singer “Star China is thrilled to debut The King of Mask Singer in China to top ratings. … [Read more...] about The King of Mask Singer’ earns top ratings
Turner acquires rights for ‘Saimdang’
Hong Kong – Turner International Asia Pacific has acquired full syndication and broadcast rights for the highly-awaited Korean drama series, Saimdang, across all platforms in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. The big-budget series from production house Group 8, casts actress Lee Young-ae, who returns to the small screen after more than a decade after her memorable lead role in the 2003 period drama Jewel in the Palace. The MBC drama is still heralded as one of the … [Read more...] about Turner acquires rights for ‘Saimdang’
Prime Entertainment scores deals with MBC
Prime Entertainment Group announced a package deal of 578 hours with its partner of the last 3 years, MBC. MBC is the historical and # 1 broadcaster of Mauritius Island, airing in multiple languages including English and French. The group expanded a lot recently and now counts with 18 channels including a Sports Channel. MBC was glad to be able to select 578 hours including 400 hours of quality sports programmes within Prime Entertainment Group’s catalogue. Shows include the combat … [Read more...] about Prime Entertainment scores deals with MBC