FOX International Channels (FIC) has secured the exclusive pay-TV rights in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia for Marvel Studio’s feature film, Iron Man 3. The hit film will be broadcast on the network’s Hollywood movies channel, FOX Movies Premium. The third film in the popular superhero franchise is expected to be a major summer blockbuster and one of the year’s highest-grossing theatrical features. In the U.S., Iron Man 3 grossed a reported US$175.3 million, making it the … [Read more...] about FIC secures exclusive pay-TV rights to “Iron Man 3” in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia
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Celestial Tiger Entertainment appoints Rupi Sagoo as Director, Content Sales and Distribution
Hong Kong – Celestial Tiger Entertainment (CTE) announced today the appointment of Rupi Sagoo as Director, Content Sales and Distribution for Japan and Korea. Sagoo, based out of CTE's Hong Kong office, will report to Wendy Reeds, Executive Vice President, Content Sales and Distribution. Sagoo will be responsible for driving the distribution of Lionsgate's television content as well as sales of Lionsgate's vast library of feature films which includes Summit Entertainment's film portfolio, … [Read more...] about Celestial Tiger Entertainment appoints Rupi Sagoo as Director, Content Sales and Distribution
Bloomberg Television launches “ASEAN Report” series
Above: Bloomberg TV’s ASEAN news correspondent and anchor, Haslinda Amin Singapore – Bloomberg Television, in partnership with CIMB Group, has announced the premiere of ASEAN Report, a weekly news segment capturing trends and developments across Southeast Asia’s diverse financial, economic and political landscape. Exclusively sponsored by CIMB Group, ASEAN Report debuts January 25, and will be hosted by Bloomberg TV’s ASEAN news correspondent and anchor Haslinda … [Read more...] about Bloomberg Television launches “ASEAN Report” series
Euronews launches on TOTiptv
Lyon, France – Euronews has signed an agreement with Telecom Of Thailand’s newly launched IPTV service TOTiptv. TOTiptv, operated by TOT, is currently the only digital platform available in the country. Euronews is now part of the "Choice S" package and can already be seen in English by TOTiptv subscribers. Euronews currently reaches one million Thai households and supports the roll-out of this new IPTV offer in the country. Arnaud Verlhac, Deputy Director of Distribution at … [Read more...] about Euronews launches on TOTiptv
Lance Armstrong interview will now air in two parts
Singapore – Oprah Winfrey’s exclusive interview with Lance Armstrong, previously announced to be a special one-off episode, is now airing in two parts. The two-part worldwide exclusive of Oprah’s Next Chapter will air as a special simulcast on Friday, January 18 (Part 1), and Saturday, January 19 (Part 2) at 10AM (SIN/HK time) on both Discovery Channel and TLC in Southeast Asia and across Asia-Pacific. Internationally, the special will air the same night on Discovery Channel … [Read more...] about Lance Armstrong interview will now air in two parts
A+E Networks launches global digital initiative for “Mankind”
New York – A+E Networks has launched a global mobile campaign and social media initiative for Mankind The Story of All of Us, a 12-hour television event airing on HISTORY globally. A+E Networks has developed a calendar for social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter to drive local engagement by HISTORY’s fans worldwide. The offer includes daily updates, topical interactive features such as puzzles, trivia and live Twitter chats during broadcast. The network is also creating a … [Read more...] about A+E Networks launches global digital initiative for “Mankind”
