Hulu, the US catch-up TV portal is no longer up for sale. In a joint statement from its owners News Corp., Providence Equity Partners, The Walt Disney Company and the Hulu senior management team, the company said the sale process had been terminated. “Our focus now rests solely on ensuring that our efforts as owners contribute in a meaningful way to the exciting future that lies ahead for Hulu.” The partners said they looked forward to working together towards greater success. … [Read more...] about No go for Hulu
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The Walt Disney Company India announces first studio production for Southern
Mumbai - The Walt Disney Company in India officially announced its first locally developed studio project aimed specifically at Southern audiences, a yet to be named epic fantasy adventure, scheduled for release in January 2011. The film, which commenced production in November 2009, features a host of leading local talent. A fantasy adventure film set in the fictitious teardrop shaped land of Sangarashtra, the film explores the inseparable bond between man and the myths that remain relevant even … [Read more...] about The Walt Disney Company India announces first studio production for Southern
Disney High School Musical: China’ for summer 2010 release
Burbank/ Shanghai - The Walt Disney Company in China has announced the start of production on its third local co-production project in jtwo years, Disney High School Musical: China. Working with local partners Shanghai Media Group (SMG) and Huayi Brothers Media Corporation, the movie is planned for cinematic release in summer 2010. Under development for over a year, and created uniquely for Chinese audiences, Disney High School Musical: China is being filmed in Shanghai and features six new … [Read more...] about Disney High School Musical: China’ for summer 2010 release
‘Disney High School Musical: China’ for summer 2010 release
Burbank/ Shanghai - The Walt Disney Company in China has announced the start of production on its third local co-production project in jtwo years, Disney High School Musical: China. Working with local partners Shanghai Media Group (SMG) and Huayi Brothers Media Corporation, the movie is planned for cinematic release in summer 2010. Under development for over a year, and created uniquely for Chinese audiences, Disney High School Musical: China is being filmed in Shanghai and features six new … [Read more...] about ‘Disney High School Musical: China’ for summer 2010 release
The Walt Disney Company receives approval for Shanghai theme park project
Burbank, Calif. - The Walt Disney Company announced that the Project Application Report (PAR) for a Disney theme park in the Pudong district of Shanghai has received approval from the relevant authorities of the central government of China. "China is one of the most dynamic, exciting and important countries in the world, and this approval marks a very significant milestone for The Walt Disney Company in mainland China," said Robert A. Iger, president and CEO of The Walt Disney Company. The PAR … [Read more...] about The Walt Disney Company receives approval for Shanghai theme park project
STAR appoints current Group CFO John Lau as President, China & Taiwan; Deputy CFO Eun J. Cho to succeed Lau as Group CFO
Hong Kong - STAR announced the appointment of John Lau, its current Group CFO, as president, China and Taiwan. Effective immediately, Lau will be tasked with overseeing STAR's overall business interests in these two markets with Jack Gao, CEO of STAR China and Daniel Cheung, CEO of STAR Taiwan reporting to him. Succeeding Lau as STAR's group CFO will be Eun J. Cho, who has been serving as the company's deputy CFO since April this year. In her expanded portfolio, Cho will oversee STAR's finance … [Read more...] about STAR appoints current Group CFO John Lau as President, China & Taiwan; Deputy CFO Eun J. Cho to succeed Lau as Group CFO
