Hong Kong- now TV unveiled a strong lineup of content for the second quarter of 2016. now TV customers have access to a most comprehensive range of live sports events, the latest express US and Asian dramas series and movies and a brand new Netflix viewing experience, as now TV is the first operator in Hong Kong to provide a large screen experience for Netflix via its set-top boxes. Being a leading on-demand service provider in Hong Kong, now TV also enables customers to enjoy their favorite … [Read more...] about now TV launches new lineup
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Asia’s Flagship Film and TV Market
The Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) closed its 20th edition this year from 14-17 March. The fourday event was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre with a record 800 companies from 35 countries and regions in attendance. More than 7,300 buyers were welcomed this year- raking in a 3% increment over last year’s. This year saw the largest participation from Mainland Chinese exhibitors from different provinces and cities; double-digit growth recorded from … [Read more...] about Asia’s Flagship Film and TV Market
Genre Update- Apr-May 2016
Parent brand: FOX Networks Group (FNG) Sub or sibling brands: FOX Movies Premium, FOX Family Movies, FOX Action Movies, STAR Movies, FX Ownership in Asia: FOX Networks Group (FNG) Senior executives for Asia: Andy Baek, Vice President - Programming, Hollywood Movie Channels Channel description: FOX Movies Premium is dedicated to providing first-run and exclusive content through an unmatched entertainment experience. From Hollywood blockbusters to all-time movie … [Read more...] about Genre Update- Apr-May 2016
Inside Malaysia and Philippines
Malaysia's unrelenting ascend According to PwC’s Malaysia Entertainment and Media Outlook 2015-2019, the country’s entertainment and media industry is expected to experience an above average growth rate over the next five years. It is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% over 2014 to 2019, compared to the global CAGR of 5.1%. Internet access is growing at a rapid rate with a CAGR of 13.4% over 2014-2019, likely resulting from the deployment of 3G and LTE networks … [Read more...] about Inside Malaysia and Philippines
10 years and counting- Koo Jong Sang
BCM is celebrating its 10th Anniversary, coming a long way from a humble beginning with the support of 229 companies from 18 nations just then. The Korean content market is on top of its game today. Under the direction of Koo Jong Sang, the organisation is focused on becoming a major regional player in the content market arena through collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Metropolitan City of Busan, together with the industry to secure the content market as well as … [Read more...] about 10 years and counting- Koo Jong Sang
Viacom18 launches VOOT
India - Viacom18 launched its digital VOD platform VOOT. VOOT will be an advertising-led VOD platform and will be available for free on mobile platforms and the web. A first for an Indian OTT player, VOOT has launched with the largest slate of original content. VOOT Originals will roll out shows in both long and short formats across genres like comedy and drama. Furthermore, Viacom18 will move its entire content library, including COLORS, MTV and Nick, to be digitally available only on … [Read more...] about Viacom18 launches VOOT