Nippon TV, Japan’s leading multiplatform entertainment powerhouse, has announced the appointment of Satoru Hiramatsu to the position of Managing Director of Global Content Business. Hiramatsu, previously from Nippon TV’s linear and streaming programming division, will now report directly to Yuzo Kuwahara, Operating Officer and President of Content Business, and replaces Mikiko Nishiyama who is now Executive Advisor of Global Strategy Headquarters. In his new position, Hiramatsu will oversee … [Read more...] about Nippon TV announces Satoru Hiramatsu as New Managing Director of its Global Content Business
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Nippon TV unveils four new standout titles for MIPCOM
Nippon TV, Japan’s leading multiplatform entertainment powerhouse, announced today the company will unveil four new formats at this year’s MIPCOM. The program lineup includes two new unscripted formats, Man or Mannequin? (60-120 min. eps.) and Unstoppable (60-120 min. eps.), as well as two new scripted formats Secret Makeover (60 min. eps.) and Going Home (60 min. eps.). “Man or Mannequin? and Unstoppable are both ambitious game shows that test the limits and imaginations of contestants through … [Read more...] about Nippon TV unveils four new standout titles for MIPCOM
Nippon TV’s Hit Formats Love’s in Sight! and Homeroom Set to be Adapted in Malaysia by Astro
Once again solidifying the company’s position as one of the leading exporters of scripted formats, Nippon TV, Japan’s leading multiplatform entertainment powerhouse, has announced that they have finalized a deal with Astro, Malaysia’s leading content and entertainment company which has acquired the rights to Nippon TV’s award-winning scripted formats Love’s In Sight! (60 min. eps.) and Homeroom (60 min. eps.). Juita Viden, one of Malaysia’s largest independent distributor for local and … [Read more...] about Nippon TV’s Hit Formats Love’s in Sight! and Homeroom Set to be Adapted in Malaysia by Astro
Nippon TV and Blue Ant Studios announce Canadian version of Old Enough! set to stream on TVO this September
TVO has revealed the trailer for Old Enough! (8 x 24) a series that follows real Canadian kids, ages 3-6, as they head out by themselves and get their first taste of independence by running every-day errands for their parents. The series will be available for streaming in Canada on TVO starting September 8. Narrated by Canadian comedy legend and improv genius Colin Mochrie (Whose Line Is It Anyway?), Old Enough! features kids taking on excursions in the wider world. What starts out as simple … [Read more...] about Nippon TV and Blue Ant Studios announce Canadian version of Old Enough! set to stream on TVO this September
Nippon TV’s Hit Game Show Red Carpet Survival Set to be Produced by Blu Yazmine for Prime Video Italy
Nippon TV, Japan’s leading multiplatform entertainment powerhouse, and Blu Yazmine, one of the leading production companies in Italy, jointly announced that Blu Yazmine has acquired the Italian rights to produce Nippon TV’s hit unscripted game show Red Carpet Survival (30-to-60-minute episodes). The Italian production was filmed near Milan and is set to stream on Prime Video Italy in 2025. Red Carpet Survival is a high-energy game show where contestants act as bodyguards who must safely escort … [Read more...] about Nippon TV’s Hit Game Show Red Carpet Survival Set to be Produced by Blu Yazmine for Prime Video Italy
Nippon TV’s ClaN Entertainment announces VTuber business and capital alliance with Sanrio
Having announced the expansion of its global VTuber business, Nippon TV‘ｓ group company ClaN Entertainment Inc. has signed a capital and business alliance agreement with Sanrio Company, Ltd. The capital and business alliance brings ClaN's total amount raised to 850 million yen. Under the slogan "Entertainment changes your life", ClaN has been developing its influencer business, including VTubers, and has continued to grow its business since its establishment in April 2022, increasing its … [Read more...] about Nippon TV’s ClaN Entertainment announces VTuber business and capital alliance with Sanrio
