Singapore – Chinese-American actor, Russell Wong, was present at HBO Asia’s media conference in Singapore to discuss his latest project, HBO Asia’s new mini-series, GRACE. Also present at the media conference were fellow cast members of GRACE, the Singapore-based actors Constance Song and George Young, and LA-based Singaporean, Pamelyn Chee. George Young Constance Song Russell Wong Pamelyn Chee Tony Tilse at HBO Asia’s media conference GRACE is HBO Asia’s … [Read more...] about HBO Asia’s mini-series “GRACE” premieres in October
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M1 to roll out Digital TV Assistance Scheme
Singapore – The Media Development Authority (MDA) has appointed M1 Limited (M1) to manage the roll-out of its Digital TV Assistance Scheme for low-income households, following the conclusion of an open tender which was conducted from March 20 to April 22. M1 was awarded the tender after a thorough evaluation of all tender submissions, based on the criteria set out, which include price competitiveness, quality of proposals submitted and the profiles of the project teams. Unveiled by … [Read more...] about M1 to roll out Digital TV Assistance Scheme
HBO Asia’s first mini-series to debut in October
Singapore – HBO Asia announced on June 27 the premiere date of HBO Asia’s latest original mini-series, Grace. The four-part hour-long horror mini-series will premiere on October 17 at 10pm on HBO / HBO HD (StarHub TV Ch 601) with new episodes airing weekly, culminating in a two-part finale on Halloween, October 31. Also available on HBO GO one hour after it airs on HBO and on HBO On Demand the Monday after its HBO debut. In addition, HBO Asia announced the full talent line … [Read more...] about HBO Asia’s first mini-series to debut in October
Nine global media professionals join SMF board
Singapore – The Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) unveiled on June 16 a nine-member advisory board for the inaugural Singapore Media Festival (SMF). The board, which is made up of global media professionals, particularly from the Asia-Pacific region, will provide guidance and advice to MDA and its partners and help chart the roadmap for SMF, which is set to be one of the region's premiere film and TV events. Robert Gilby, Managing Director of the Walt Disney Company … [Read more...] about Nine global media professionals join SMF board
StarHub TV unveils its pioneer batch of PSB content
Singapore – StarHub will soon commence production of its pioneer batch of 10 Public Service Broadcast (PSB) proposals, set to hit local viewing screens as early as January 2015. This content will air on StarHub’s self-packaged channels E City (StarHub TV Channel 111/825) and SuperSports Arena (StarHub TV Channel 112/201 and 76.25MHz), and viewers can look forward to a wide array of quality, original content that pushes the envelope of creativity. As part of StarHub’s … [Read more...] about StarHub TV unveils its pioneer batch of PSB content
Singapore launches umbrella event for Asian film and TV content
Singapore – Come this December, trade visitors and members of the public can expect a bigger and better film and TV event in Singapore, called the Singapore Media Festival, as announced by the Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) on March 24. The annual Singapore Media Festival is set to become one of Asia’s international media events. This year, it will run from December 4-14. The Singapore Media Festival brings together four complementary film and TV events – a … [Read more...] about Singapore launches umbrella event for Asian film and TV content
