CJ ENM’s global studio FIFTH SEASON announced today that its hit series <His & Hers> has secured the #1 spot in global views for the first half of 2026, according to Netflix’s latest “What We Watched” report. The series recorded 104 million views, surpassing major titles including <Bridgerton> Season 4 and <I Will Find You>. <His & Hers> is a gripping psychological thriller helmed by executive producer and star Tessa Thompson, alongside co-star Jon Bernthal. … [Read more...] about FIFTH SEASON’s His & Hers Ranks #1 in Global Views for Netflix in 1H 2026
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Bitfocus makes the connections at IBC2026
Bitfocus, the specialist in media control and monitoring, will show at IBC2026, how its Buttons control layer is rapidly becoming the de facto standard for broadcast as well as pro AV installations. The latest release of Button will be unveiled, featuring high-performance and high-efficiency broadcast functionality, and the company will also show how the growing Connections programme is delivering real value for users and technology partners. Buttons is a powerful workflow designer and … [Read more...] about Bitfocus makes the connections at IBC2026
R K SWAMY MEDIA Strengthens Management; appoints Navin Kathuria as President and Vandana Ramkrishna as EVP
R K SWAMY Limited, a leading provider of Integrated Marketing Services serving dozens of major companies and institutions, has made two simultaneous senior appointments in Media. Veteran Navin Kathuria has joined as President of R K SWAMY Media Group based in Mumbai, and another recognised Media leader, Vandana Ramkrishna Acharya as Executive Vice President based in Chennai. Navin Kathuria brings over 26 years of experience across diverse sectors. Most recently he was a senior media leader in … [Read more...] about R K SWAMY MEDIA Strengthens Management; appoints Navin Kathuria as President and Vandana Ramkrishna as EVP
Keshet International lands second Belgian license for The Search Kids with RTBF commission
Keshet International has secured a second Belgian adaptation for its children’s gameshow format The Search Kids, after RTBF commissioned a remake for its youth platform, Auvio Kids. The deal marks the seventh international adaptation of The Search format. Produced by Free Kings, RTBF’s Soupe de Mots (Wordsoup) becomes the second Belgian adaptation of The Search format, following the successful launch of the producer’s Flemish remake Lettersoep (Alphabet Soup) on VRT last autumn. The … [Read more...] about Keshet International lands second Belgian license for The Search Kids with RTBF commission
TNDV Celebrates First Year of Cinematic Production Success with Aspiration 35
One year after introducing the media and entertainment industry's first mobile production truck purpose-built around ARRI Alexa 35 Live camera systems, TNDV is celebrating a milestone year for Aspiration 35, a production platform that has quickly established itself as a premier solution for cinematic multi-camera broadcasts, live entertainment productions and theatrical concert films. Since its debut last summer, Aspiration 35 has supported an impressive range of high-profile productions, … [Read more...] about TNDV Celebrates First Year of Cinematic Production Success with Aspiration 35
Amitabh Bachchan champions the power of applied knowledge through #SochnaPadega for KBC Season 18 on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV
Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) and Amitabh Bachchan unveiled the theme of the new season of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) – ‘Sochna Padega’. ‘Sochna Padega’ brings to spotlight - application of knowledge creates advantage. Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) Season 18 will premiere on Monday, August 10 at 9:00 PM exclusively on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV, followed by a weekday telecast from Monday to Friday. Built around the premise that reflects a simple yet powerful insight - in … [Read more...] about Amitabh Bachchan champions the power of applied knowledge through #SochnaPadega for KBC Season 18 on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV
