The Philippines’ breakout stars Alexa Ilacad and KD Estrada take center stage with their international film debut, "Toss Coin," a microfilm directed by the award-winning and Philippines’ highest-grossing film director, Cathy Garcia-Sampana. “Toss Coin" is the Philippines’ entry for the "Hong Kong In The Lens By Asian Directors” project produced by CJ ENM Hong Kong (CJ ENM HK) and the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB). “We believe that the power of movies goes beyond entertainment to connect … [Read more...] about Philippines breakout stars KD and Alexa topbill Hong Kong short film Toss Coin
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Stan acquires Malaysian adaptation of The Bridge
Double Vision, the leading Malaysian production arm of the Vision New Media group, is delighted to announce that both seasons (20 x 60’) of its localised version of Hans Rosenfeldt’s hit Scandi series The Bridge have sold to Stan, Australia’s leading local streaming service. The agreement, brokered by Lyle Bettson-Barker, SVP Australia and New Zealand from Banijay Rights, represents the first time that Stan has acquired a Malaysian drama series. The Asian version of The Bridge was … [Read more...] about Stan acquires Malaysian adaptation of The Bridge
ABS-CBN and Viu partner a new for PH adaptation of hit K-Drama What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim
ABS-CBN Entertainment and Viu are partnering for the local adaptation of leading entertainment company CJ ENM’s hit romantic-comedy series “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim” for Filipino viewers. The webtoon-based Korean series not only topped the local ratings when it aired in 2018, but also gained widespread popularity globally. To be produced by award-winning Dreamscape Entertainment, this is the third adaptation of a top rating international format between ABS-CBN and Viu, following “The … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN and Viu partner a new for PH adaptation of hit K-Drama What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim
Viu Original A Good Day To Be A Dog to premiere internationally
Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, announced today their Korean Viu Original lineup until the year's end. On 11 October, Korean drama A Good Day to Be A Dog will premiere as a Viu Original in all 16 of its markets. Based on the mega-hit Korean webtoon, this highly anticipated dramatization seeks to delight the established fan base and K-drama lovers alike. The 14-episode series will be available on the Viu platform every Wednesday in Korea and all other … [Read more...] about Viu Original A Good Day To Be A Dog to premiere internationally
Astro unveils new premium channel, Astro Premier
Malaysia’s leading digital streaming and content company launches new channel, Astro Premier (CH410) as the destination for all premium content locally and regionally. Available to all Astro customers until 1 February 2024, Astro Premier offers Astro Originals’ complete library of award-winning and highly successful boundary pushing series. The channel will showcase a selection of high-quality content with the latest Astro Original title, ‘Riot!’ making its debut on 22 September at 9 p.m. The … [Read more...] about Astro unveils new premium channel, Astro Premier
KC Global Media launches Animax on Dialog TV
KC Global Media, Asia’s leading entertainment network and multi-channel operator, announced the launch of Japanese anime network, Animax, on Dialog Television, Sri Lanka’s No. 1 Television experience. Subscribers will get to enjoy an exciting array of anime content available via subscription on-demand (SVOD) on Dialog Television and on the Dialog ViU App from July 1, meeting the growing demand for anime content among the vibrant and passionate anime community in Sri Lanka. Dialog Television … [Read more...] about KC Global Media launches Animax on Dialog TV