Talpa’s The Winner Is… has been sold to Channel One in Russia. The unique singing game show debuted in March 2012 on SBS6 in the Netherlands, when it was immediately picked up by key territories like the U.S., Germany, Italy and China. Since then, the hit format has aired in over 30 countries, with Russia now added to that list. On each episode, contestants face each other in singing duels. An audience of music lovers and a top music expert judge them. But instead of revealing the … [Read more...] about The winner is… Russia
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The Puppet Show sold to Germany
RTL Germany has acquired Talpa’s format The Puppet Show. The unique talent competition debuted in March this year on SBS6 in the Netherlands, where it proved a huge hit with Dutch viewers. During its first season, the market share in the key demo (20-49) increased by +127.7% compared to the channel average. The hit show was sold to France earlier this year. … [Read more...] about The Puppet Show sold to Germany
Utopya ends with show-stopping ratings
The grand finale of the Turkish Utopia, Utopya, aired last Sunday night on TV8. Talpa’s ground-breaking reality show was extended after its initial nine-month run to an impressive 11 months. During its run, the series increased the channel’s average market share with an astounding 300%, securing a market share of 32% during the finale. On average, close to 100,000 users per day used the accompanying app and website. The successful format secured almost 342 million live and video … [Read more...] about Utopya ends with show-stopping ratings
The VOICE wins second Emmy
The American adaptation of The Voice was awarded its second Emmy award for Outstanding Reality Competition Programme at the 67th annual Primetime Emmy Awards. This marks the second time the global hit format has won an Emmy and the fourth time the series has been nominated in this category. The Voice continuously redefines the talent competition genre, bringing a positive, feel-good spin to finding the most talented singer. From Steals to Double Blinds, Talpa brings fresh elements to the show to … [Read more...] about The VOICE wins second Emmy
Talpa and Vorst in strategic partnership
Talpa has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Vorst Media, known for its globally successful formats like Face Your Addiction (Verslaafd’) and Hi-Q Genius (Slimmeriqen). As part of this partnership, Talpa will have the international distribution and production rights over both existing and future formats. Furthermore, Vorst Media will have access to Talpa Content, the creative heart of the company, and its extensive format portfolio. Peter van der Vorst, a well-known and … [Read more...] about Talpa and Vorst in strategic partnership
Talpa launches Talpa Middle East
Global content creator Talpa Media is expanding its international production portfolio with the launch of Talpa Middle East. Based in Dubai, Talpa Middle East will represent Talpa’s catalogue across North Africa and the Middle East, and produce local versions of Talpa formats. Talpa has appointed production veteran Ziad Kebbi to lead its new company as Chief Executive Officer, reporting into Talpa Global’s Managing Director, Maarten Meijs. Kebbi’s vast experience includes Arab … [Read more...] about Talpa launches Talpa Middle East
