Mumbai– Multi Screen Media (MSM) rebrands as Sony Pictures Networks (SPN). The announcement came as the channel operator celebrated its 20th anniversary in India. A division of Sony Pictures Entertainment, SPN is a leading operator of television networks in India including Sony Entertainment Television (SET), MAX, MAX2, SAB, PIX, AXN, AATH, MIX, SIX, KIX and LIV. NP Singh, CEO of SPN, says, “As MSM, we’ve served television audiences worldwide for the last 20 years, during which … [Read more...] about MSM rebrands as SPN
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Ubisoft® and Sony Pictures bringing Rabbids to the big screen
Ubisoft and Sony Pictures Entertainment have announced that the studios are partnering to develop a full-length feature film based on the Rabbids, the irreverent, wacky characters from the popular TV series and video games. Jean-Julien Baronnet, Executive Director, Ubisoft Motion Pictures, and Hannah Minghella, president of Production for Columbia Pictures, offered comment on the deal: “Sony Pictures has tremendous experience developing hybrid live-action-and-animated blockbusters for … [Read more...] about Ubisoft® and Sony Pictures bringing Rabbids to the big screen
Sony Pictures Entertainment appoints new President
Culver City, California - Sony Pictures Entertainment announced that Man Jit Singh has been named President of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment (SPHE), reporting to Michael Lynton, CEO, Sony Entertainment, Inc., and Amy Pascal, Co-Chairman, Sony Pictures Entertainment. Man Jit, who was previously Chief Executive Officer, Multi Screen Media Pvt. Ltd. (MSM), the operating company that manages Sony Pictures Television’s TV networks in India, will continue as Non-Executive Chairman at … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Entertainment appoints new President
Winners of Daytime Emmy Award announced
California, U.S. - Sony Pictures Television (SPT) garnered five wins, nabbing top honours for Outstanding Talk Show / Informational for The Dr. Oz Show and Outstanding Drama Series for Days of our Lives."I am humbled to be part of a television show that has such a wide reaching impact on people's lives. When I entered television, the goal was to teach people how to be present in their own lives and be healthy and happy. Our talented production staff helps me carry that … [Read more...] about Winners of Daytime Emmy Award announced
SPE secures exclusive global distribution rights to Rovio’s “Angry Birds” film
California - Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) announced that it has won the exclusive worldwide distribution rights to the Angry Birds animated film. The 3D film is being developed, produced, and financed by Rovio Entertainment and will be released worldwide by Sony Pictures on July 1, 2016. John Cohen and David Maisel - producer of Despicable Me and executive producer of Iron Man, respectively - are both on board for the new Angry Birds feature film. Cohen will serve as producer with … [Read more...] about SPE secures exclusive global distribution rights to Rovio’s “Angry Birds” film
AXN’s Cyril’s Family Vacation: Hawaii Edition creates ratings magic
Singapore – AXN has premiered its latest original production Cyril’s Family Vacation: Hawaii Edition, to top ratings in its timeslot across English general entertainment channels in Southeast Asia. According to AGB NMR Malaysia, viewership was particularly strong in the country, where it was the highest rated programme across all English language channels on Astro among PMEB audiences in its timeslot. Kantar Media Singapore / Philippines also revealed positive ratings for the two … [Read more...] about AXN’s Cyril’s Family Vacation: Hawaii Edition creates ratings magic