On the heels of its successful transformation to aha 2.0 last year for Telugu audiences, India’s aha streaming service intends to significantly increase its potential market footprint by using the same backend to deliver localized services to the Tamil audiences. Using Firstlight Media’s cloud-native OTT platform and multi-dynamic storefront technology, aha is delivering its entire content catalog to both Telugu and Tamil language audiences, while dramatically optimizing costs and time to … [Read more...] about aha 2.0 expands to Tamil market, powered by Firstlight Media
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Navdeep Aswal joins Firstlight Media to meet growing India, MENA demand
With market traction fueling new growth opportunities in India and beyond, Firstlight Media announced that Navdeep Singh Aswal has joined the company as Head of Sales, India and MENA. Aswal, who has helped Tier 1 operators and media companies select and deploy OTT platforms for more than 15 years, will build on Firstlight Media’s initial successes in the Indian market. India’s aha entertainment service has leveraged the efficiency and rapid time to market of Firstlight Media’s breakthrough … [Read more...] about Navdeep Aswal joins Firstlight Media to meet growing India, MENA demand
iQiyi reports strong weekend performance for first episode of Thai original ‘KinnPorshe’
iQiyi’s first Thai original KinnPorsche The Series La Forte kicked off with a strong weekend performance as the No. 1 popular title across its 191 territories on streaming global charts. Speaking on the initial success of KinnPorsche director, Pond Krisda Witthayakhajorndet from Be On Cloud said: “I am so proud and grateful for all the excellent feedback and motivation from our Thai and international fans. Thank you for seeing our intention behind this series. Since day one, our cast and crew … [Read more...] about iQiyi reports strong weekend performance for first episode of Thai original ‘KinnPorshe’
Epic Games launches Unreal Engine 5
Epic Games announced that Unreal Engine 5 is now available to download! With this release, Epic Games aim to empower both large and small teams to really push the boundaries of what’s possible, visually and interactively. UE5 will enable you to realize next-generation real-time 3D content and experiences with greater freedom, fidelity, and flexibility than ever before. The new features and workflows have already been production-proven for game development in Fortnite and The Matrix Awakens: … [Read more...] about Epic Games launches Unreal Engine 5
TV3 premieres its first English women’s talk show ‘Women Talk’
Women Talk is the latest female-centric, round table talk show on TV3. This program aims to discuss topics about women with guests from various fields started airing on April 2, and every Saturday at 5.00 pm and is streamed live on www.tonton.com.my The production was led by Puan Shahila Shah, Chief Producer along with producers, Datin Elaine Daly, Said Thani and Farrah Naz Karim, Deborah Henry and Zoraya Vadillo are the hosts for this programme. The 13-episode program will feature … [Read more...] about TV3 premieres its first English women’s talk show ‘Women Talk’
TAICCA and Produire au Sud partner to prepare Taiwanese film projects for global market
Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) signed a memorandum of understanding with Festival des 3 Continents / Produire au Sud on March 25th. This cooperation will connect Taiwan to international talent development and exchange networks, and bring Taiwanese films closer to global markets. Along with other international programs, such as Series Mania, TAICCA will accompany audiovisual creators in Taiwan along the way, from development, pitching, fundraising, matchmaking, to production. Creators … [Read more...] about TAICCA and Produire au Sud partner to prepare Taiwanese film projects for global market