Singapore − FremantleMedia announced the appointment of Vivian Yin as CEO, FremantleMedia China. Based in Shanghai, Vivian joined the company this week and reports into Paul O’Hanlon, Managing Director, FremantleMedia Asia. Vivian, most recently Chief Representative and VP Production at Star China, will be responsible for the overall day to day management of the operation and will drive the continued expansion of the FremantleMedia China business. Paul O’Hanlon – Managing … [Read more...] about Vivian Yin heads Fremantlemedia China
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VTV3 commissions “Sing My Song”
ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) has signed the first international format deal for Star China’s hit primetime entertainment series, Sing My Song. Vietnam’s VTV3 has commissioned a 10 episode local version of the series from Cattiensa Media, which will air in early 2016. ITVS GE has also signed a deal for 12 Yard’s primetime family entertainment format Big Star’s Little Star. VTV3 has commissioned a 26 episode series from Multimedia JSC. It will air in … [Read more...] about VTV3 commissions “Sing My Song”
“Sing My Song” garners 33.75 million web hits
Sing My Song Shanghai, China – Following a successful first season, Sing My Song, the format created by Star China International Media LTD. (Star China) and distributed internationally by ITV Studios, premiered on 2 January to high ratings on CCTV, CSM 1.25 and within 24 hours of the Premiere, web click-through reached 33.75 million hits on the web. The audience was equally divided among genders with 49% male, 51% female. The Four celebrity judges for the 2nd season are: Liu Huan … [Read more...] about “Sing My Song” garners 33.75 million web hits
ITV Studios Global Entertainment collaborates with Universal Music Group
Sing My Song ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) and Universal Music Group are working together to bring Sing My Song to a worldwide audience. Sing My Song is Star China’s new hit primetime entertainment show, which ITVS GE distributes as a TV format internationally. Under this collaboration, Universal Music Group will be involved with the international territories that acquire the Sing My Song format from ITVS GE to produce locally. Universal Music will support the local … [Read more...] about ITV Studios Global Entertainment collaborates with Universal Music Group
China airs local version of “Bring’em Back”
Global Agency’s singing format Bring’em Back is now airing on CCTV 3 channel in China. The show’s first broadcast was primetime on August 2. Bring’em Back Bring’em Back is from the creator of the hit format Keep Your Light Shining, and the Chinese production was co-developed and produced by Star China International Media. Bring’em Back is a striking new singing competition that focuses on contestants’ vocals and creative talent. … [Read more...] about China airs local version of “Bring’em Back”
MIPTV: ITV Studios to distribute Star China’s “Sing My Song”
ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) has signed a landmark deal to distribute Star China’s hit primetime entertainment series, Sing My Song to the global television market. This marks the first time that an original Chinese talent show format has been exported internationally. Sing My Song is a studio-based music contest, searching for the best original songs in the nation. Four of the music industry’s most accomplished singer-songwriters share their experience and expertise as … [Read more...] about MIPTV: ITV Studios to distribute Star China’s “Sing My Song”