Asia’s content space has proven to be resilient in the past year when productions have been halted due to the ongoing pandemic. This year, we’ve seen multiple co-production deals being inked and hot new Original productions being launched, which says a lot about Asia’s thriving content space. But just how well did 2021 look for content and what’s in store for 2022? We’ve interviewed 10 media companies across studios, OTT platforms, and broadcasters to get their take on what the past year has … [Read more...] about Content is king: What media executives have to say on what’s hot for 2022 (Part one)
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now TV launches new on-demand services
Hong Kong – now TV, Hong Kong’s quadruple-play pay-TV provider, has enhanced its on-demand library with the introduction of BBC, Disney Movies On Demand, FOX and WarnerTV on-demand services. now TV customers can now enjoy a selection of premium content from these content providers via the now TV set-top box or smart devices at no additional charge. Highlights of the new on-demand services are as follows: BBC ON DEMAND is the home of award-winning shows, original British drama and … [Read more...] about now TV launches new on-demand services
HBO Asia enlarges free preview offer for “The Knick”
Hong Kong – HBO Asia announced on August 14 that viewers will have the opportunity to view The Knick's pilot episode on nowTV’s video on-demand service, now Video Express First (Channel 106), starting August 15, for two weeks – free of charge. Beginning August 15, HBO and Cinemax Original content will also appear on HBO On Demand in Hong Kong within a week of their premiere on the HBO and Cinemax channels, starting with the much anticipated Cinemax Original series, The Knick. … [Read more...] about HBO Asia enlarges free preview offer for “The Knick”
Dragon TV and now HaiRun to launch on StarHub
Singapore – StarHub TV’s addition of two channels, Dragon TV (东方å«è§†)and now HaiRun( 海润å°) will cater to increasing demand for content from China. Dragon TV’s news segments, which focus on current affairs around the world, garner five hours each day on the 24/7 channel. In addition, the Mandarin channel also provides top-rated dramas, talk-shows and reality shows. Dragon TV also created major brands with … [Read more...] about Dragon TV and now HaiRun to launch on StarHub
ITV Choice exits Singapore
UK channel ITV Choice will cease to exist in Singapore following the withdrawal. This follows a similar withdrawal of the channel from Hong Kong when its licence with NOWTV was not renewed as of 30 August 2013. "We are constantly reviewing our channel line-up to provide more value and fresh content for our StarHub TV customers. The review process takes into account factors such as the take-up of channel groups … [Read more...] about ITV Choice exits Singapore