Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) continues to expand its presence in the Hindi movie broadcast space with the launch of Sony MAX 1, a new channel designed to elevate the cinematic experience for linear TV audiences across the country. Carrying the vibrant brand promise, “Filmon ka aisa chaska, jo dekhe hakka bakka”, the channel brings an interesting mix of movies curated to captivate and entertain. Slated to go live on 1st May 2025, across major DTH and cable platforms, Sony MAX 1 is set … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Networks India expands its Hindi movie universe with the launch of Sony MAX 1
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Xilam Animation Renews Partnership with Sony Pictures Networks India for Oggy and the Cockroaches Franchise
Academy Award®-nominated French animation studio Xilam Animation has inked a significant deal renewal with Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) for its flagship comedy franchise Oggy and the Cockroaches. Under the partnership extension, SPNI has renewed its agreement for all seasons of Xilam’s classic Oggy and the Cockroaches series for its kids’ channel Sony YAY!, for the brand’s feature film Oggy and the Cockroaches: The Movie and for the recent rebooted version Oggy and the Cockroaches: Next … [Read more...] about Xilam Animation Renews Partnership with Sony Pictures Networks India for Oggy and the Cockroaches Franchise
Asian Cricket Council Announces New Media Rights Partnership with Sony Pictures Networks India
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced that Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) (Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited) has secured the exclusive Media Rights for all ACC tournaments from 2024 to 2031. This landmark deal marks more than a 70% increase from the previous media rights cycle, highlighting the growing global stature and appetite for ACC Asia Cup tournaments. The deal encompasses all editions of the Men’s and Women’s Asia Cups, Men’s and Women’s Under-19 Asia Cups, and … [Read more...] about Asian Cricket Council Announces New Media Rights Partnership with Sony Pictures Networks India
Sony Pictures Networks India appoints Sibaji Biswas as its Chief Financial Officer
Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has announced the appointment of Sibaji Biswas as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective the first week of January 2025. In this role, Sibaji will lead SPNI’s financial strategy, planning and corporate finance, to enhance operational efficiency and growth across the company’s multi-channel and digital platforms. With over two decades of financial leadership and expertise in strategic transformation, Sibaji has a proven record of delivering growth … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Networks India appoints Sibaji Biswas as its Chief Financial Officer
SPNI announces leadership transition in its kids and animation portfolio
Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) announces a significant leadership transition within its Kids and Animation portfolio. Leena Lele Dutta, who has spearheaded the portfolio—including the kids' linear channel Sony YAY! — since its launch in 2017, will step down as Business Head towards the end of this fiscal year. Under her stewardship, Sony YAY! has become a leading destination for children's entertainment, celebrated for its engaging animated series, original content, and expansion into … [Read more...] about SPNI announces leadership transition in its kids and animation portfolio
TV Asahi and Sony Pictures Networks India Join Forces For Cult Kids’ Comedy Sequel Obocchama-kun
TV Asahi and SONY Pictures Networks India (SPNI) have announced a collaboration to produce a new sequel to the cult kids’ animation series Obocchama-kun (26 x 22’ or 52 x 11’). Based on the hugely popular 1986 manga written and created by Yoshinori Kobayashi, Obocchama-kun became a cultural phenomenon in Japan sparking a major boom when it first aired in 1989. Now, 30 years later the series is experiencing a resurgence in popularity in India. With this renewed interest a collaboration between … [Read more...] about TV Asahi and Sony Pictures Networks India Join Forces For Cult Kids’ Comedy Sequel Obocchama-kun
