Astro is honoured to put Malaysia on the global map yet again with the recent award achievements at the 2017 New York Festival’s International Television & Film Awards. Astro gained recognition in the following categories at the award ceremony. Rob Middleton, Vice President, Content Group, Astro said, “Worldwide recognition like this for the team's hard work is wonderful, it lets them know just how great they really are. It vindicates what we tell them every day: that all that passion, … [Read more...] about Astro wins six awards at the International Television & Film Awards
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Unlimited new movies for 30 days
Mumbai - One of the largest multiplex chain, Carnival Cinemas is set to revolutionise the film exhibition business with India’s first movie subscription based service MoviEcard: Haqq se dekho for silver screens. Available from May 22 across 60 select cities across India, this card is priced at Rs. 149/- for a period of 30 days. Patrons will be able to enjoy unlimited new releases in any Carnival Cinemas in those cities between Monday to Thursday. In the last few years, the biggest of the … [Read more...] about Unlimited new movies for 30 days
BBC Earth partners with humanoid robot Sophia
BBC Earth revealed the first look trailer of its Being Human season which over the next 18 months will explore the human race - examining what it means to be human, how we might improve the way we live, and what the future could hold for civilisation. Created by Hanson Robotics, BBC Earth has partnered with one of the world’s most sophisticated humanoid robots, Sophia, to act as the spokesperson for the new season. In the trailer we see the camera slowly pan from the back of her … [Read more...] about BBC Earth partners with humanoid robot Sophia
ABS-CBN reports PhP9.6B revenues
ABS-CBN Corporation, the country’s leading media and entertainment company, reported PHP 9.6 billion consolidated revenue for the first three months of 2017. ABS-CBN’s consumer sales grew by 10% to PhP4.7 billion while its first quarter airtime revenues were 13% lower compared to the same period last year. ABS-CBN Chief Financial Officer Aldrin Cerrado said they did not expect a significant growth in earnings during the first quarter given the strong performance of the first quarter … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN reports PhP9.6B revenues
Great launch of Around the world with 80-year-olds
Around the world with 80-year-olds has secured impressive ratings with its launch in the Netherlands on SBS6. With a fantastic +63.1% increase of the market share in the key demo (20-49) compared to the channel’s slot average, the new Talpa format is off to a great start. In this new feel good show, seniors who have never travelled before get to see the world in this life changing event! Exploring foreign cultures, seeing exotic locations, and making their wildest dreams come true. Tune in to … [Read more...] about Great launch of Around the world with 80-year-olds
DHX Media licenses Massive Monster Mayhem to Nickelodeon
Halifax, NS – DHX Media, the world’s leading independent, pure-play children’s content company, announces that Nickelodeon has licensed 20 half-hour episodes of Massive Monster Mayhem, an original show for kids 6–11 that combines live action and CGI animation with real competition and comedy. The series is scheduled to premiere later this year. Co-created by Artur Spigel and Michael Chaves and produced by DHX Media, Massive Monster Mayhem is a brand-new concept in kids’ entertainment. A … [Read more...] about DHX Media licenses Massive Monster Mayhem to Nickelodeon