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Mumbai: BBC Studios, the main commercial arm of the BBC, has taken a minority investment in British premium scripted indie production company Turbine Studios, the company behind global hits such as Small Axe (BBC/Amazon), Munich: The Edge of War (Netflix) and Oscar and Bafta winning writer/director Steve McQueen’s Uprising.

Established in 2020 by Andrew Eaton, Tracey Scoffield, Justin Thomson and David Tanner, Turbine Studios is considered one of the most dynamic and entrepreneurial scripted production companies currently working in the UK. The team creates distinctive content that focuses on returning drama for both UK broadcasters and global streaming platforms including the BBC, Netflix, Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video. The company has already in its short history garnered a considerable number of awards for its productions, not least for Small Axe, which is the most Bafta-nominated series ever. Uprising also won a Bafta for Best Factual Series.

Their latest project, Constellation, an eight-part conspiracy-based, psychological thriller for Apple TV+ is written by Peter Harness and stars Noomi Rapace (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Prometheus) and Jonathan Banks (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul).

BBC Studios managing director scripted Mark Linsey said, “Turbine Studios has an enviable reputation within our industry. Their focus on creating concept-led, franchise and premium thriller drama is matched by their ability to attract world-renowned talent from behind and in front of the camera. The team has an impressive slate of projects across both TV and film in the pipeline and exciting growth plans that our investment will help to deliver. We’re thrilled and excited to be partnering with them.”

The deal includes the German based sister company Turbine Studios GmbH, which is a co-venture between Turbine Studios, Daniel Hetzer and Matthias Braun. Turbine Studios Germany specialises in original development and production services for the European market. Tom Manwaring of Helion Partners advised Turbine on the transaction.

Turbine Studios said, “We’re proud to join this inspiring team and look forward to delivering on a slate of creatively original and ambitious projects using our extensive combined experience.”

Mumbai: Artlist Footage, a platform for cinematic stock, has formally entered the market for Indian stock with Dot Films, with a custom production themed around “gully cricket.”

“We are excited to collaborate with Dot Films to create authentic & high-quality content about Indian culture for our catalogue,” said Artlist Footage.

The footage for this project has been shot over the course of a day in Delhi NCR with a sound pre-production pipeline preceding the weeks of the shoot. This marks the first  step in the creation of high-quality reusable content in the country that is up to global standards and native to the subcontinent.

https://artgrid.io/filmmaker/963/dot-films

“Being able to do this for Artlist Footage is our interests coming full circle in some ways. Our journey of making films started with expressing our style with stock footage.  That pivoting to ‘creating’ stock footage is absolutely serendipitous, not to mention vastly vital for the Indian market,” said Dot Films co-founder & producer Yashi Paswan. 

With one foot in the door, Artlist Footage will be arranging for more India-themed projects while partnering with other ‘art-first’ production houses like Dot Films.

Mumbai: MY FM India is delighted to announce the launch of its highly anticipated show “Dil Se Bharat” on the eve of Kargil Vijay Diwas in July and Independence Day in August. The show, hosted by famous YouTuber, motivational speaker and leadership coach Ranveer Allahbadia, is captivating audiences with his collection of patriotic stories that embody the spirit and essence of India.

Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known for his dynamic storytelling, will take listeners on an emotional journey through the rich tapestry of India’s war history and extraordinary tales of heroism. The show started on 22nd July and will continue until the August end, delivering a series of soul-stirring narratives of the Kargil war and Kashmir conflict; which resonate deeply with the hearts of every Indian.

MY FM CEO Rahul Namjoshi said, “We are excited to launch ‘Dil Se Bharat’ with Ranveer Allahbadia, a show that perfectly aligns with the core values of MY FM. We believe that these stories of bravery and patriotism will touch the hearts of our listeners. With the onset of the festive season, we are ready with our power-packed content lineup, this is the beginning and we’ll roll out more unique content in the days to come”.

Tune in to MY FM to experience the magic of storytelling as Ranveer Allahbadia brings to life the stories of valour and courage. Stay Tuned!

Mumbai: Way2News, a hyperlocal digital news app, has announced the appointment of Siddarth Kasturi as their first-ever growth specialist. With a wealth of experience in driving performance marketing and brand partnerships, Kasturi  will play a vital role in enhancing Way2News’ growth trajectory.

“We are thrilled to welcome Siddarth on board. Way2News has always focused on delivering timely and relevant news to its users. With the appointment of Siddarth Kasturi, Way2News reinforces its dedication to providing an exceptional user experience by expanding its user base and enhancing user engagement. With a profound knowledge of the digital landscape and a remarkable track record in driving growth, Siddarth’s expertise will play a pivotal role in our ongoing efforts to expand our user base and elevate user engagement to new heights. The journey so far has been a fantastic one, and now that we have strengthened the team around us, we are gearing up for further aggressive growth in the market. We firmly believe that Siddarth’s strategic vision and hands-on approach will propel Way2News to unprecedented success,” said Way2News CEO & founder Raju Vanapala.

In his new position, Kasturi will spearhead developing and implementing brand partnerships and performance marketing. He will leverage his expertise in brand building, retaining growth, App-store optimization, developing strategic partnerships, and implementing a media mix of user acquisition strategies, to drive Way2News toward achieving its business goals.

Commenting on his appointment, Kasturi said, “I look forward to leveraging my expertise in growth marketing to drive user acquisition, engagement, and retention and contribute to the continued success and expansion of Way2News,” highlighted Kasturi. “I am humbled to be entrusted with this responsibility. I am eager to use my skills and expertise to foster sustainable growth and create lasting value for our esteemed users and stakeholders. Together, we will continue to provide relevant news that deeply resonates with billions of Indians and work towards making every Indian an informed citizen.”

Before Way2News, Siddarth was working as a senior marketing manager at Admattic, where he was leading and overseeing user acquisition strategies, including app monetization, Cross-functional collaboration, and Revenue Growth Initiatives. With over eight years of professional experience, Siddarth has worked with renowned companies such as Google Ads, Amazon, and Social Donut, among others.

Mumbai: The enchanting world of imagination came alive last evening as Paw Patrol Live! ‘Race to the Rescue’, the eagerly anticipated kids’ musical, debuted with a flurry of vibrant colours, loads of laughter and engaging melodies. With a spectacularly successful opening show that left audiences young and old spellbound, the premiere of this captivating production marked a new milestone in children’s theatre in India. Brought to India by BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment experiential division of India’s leading entertainment destination BookMyShow, along with Nickelodeon, VStar Entertainment Group and TEG Life Like Touring, Paw Patrol Live! ‘Race to the Rescue’ shows go live from 20 July onwards for the public with 16 shows across ten days until 30 July.

Against a backdrop of whimsical sets that seamlessly changed transporting children into the different hotspots on the adventure map of Paw Patrol Live!, props like pompoms given to the children to wave every time they spotted a clue and artists that imbibed the spirit of the pups jumping across the stage and interacting with the young audience, the magical tale unfolded, transporting young hearts into a world of adventure and possibilities that know no bounds! The performance encouraged audiences to engage through call & response and audience interaction, dance with the Pup Boogie and help the pups rescue Mayor Goodway and win the race! From the very first note, the children were drawn into an immersive experience, accompanied by a talented cast of exceptional performers who effortlessly brought the characters to life. As the musical’s contagious tunes resonated through the auditorium and striking elements from the show came to life such as fire engines and police patrol cars driven by the pups, the children were seen jumping up with joy and screaming back answers to the questions asked by the pups. The immersive soundtracks, all sung live by the pups on stage attracted enthusiastic applause after each number. From lively and upbeat melodies to some heart-thumping ones, the songs brought out a whirlwind of emotions, leaving everyone with smiling faces and all feet tapping unanimously! The vibrant costumes were a feast for the eyes, blending animated characters into reality to create a visual extravaganza. 

The adventurous yet engaging performance spanning over an hour at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre’s Grand Theatre had the kids and their paw-rents grooving and singing along to the Paw Patrol theme song. BookASmile, the charity initiative of BookMyShow, presented the opportunity to almost 800 young underprivileged beneficiaries aged between four and ten years, to experience the premiere of the much-awaited musical drama. The musical brought all of Mumbai together across categories with some of the biggest names also being spotted at the premiere of Paw Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue. Some of the city’s famed and much-loved paw-rents including Soha Ali Khan, Neha Dhupia, Soha Ali Khan, Neha Dhupia, Angad Bedi, Ritika Sajdeh (Rohit Sharma’s wife), Mandira Bedi, Sonal Chauhan, Roshni Chopra, Gurdip Punjj, Arjun Punjj, Vandana Sajnani Khattar, Smriti Khanna, Saumya Tandon, Dabboo and Manisha Ratnani along with Karan Johar’s kids Yash & Roohi as also Genelia D’souza Deshmukh’s children to name a few were amongst those cheering loudest at the premiere show of the children’s musical.

BookMyShow head – Live Events and IP Kunal Khambhati said, “It is exciting to kickstart what will be the best 10 days for the younglings of India as they see the squad of Paw Patrol Live! in all their glory! With parents always looking for immersive experiences that the whole family can enjoy together and kids can engage with and learn from, ‘Paw Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue is the gateway to exactly that and the premiere show proved that beyond doubt. We’ve got some great reviews from the premiere and can’t wait for the audience to experience the magic of this musical-drama as we expand our offerings of entertainment experiences for India further, with Paw Patrol Live!”

Classic theatrical scenery, along with a high-tech video wall visually transported families to an authentic Paw Patrol Live! environment, including locations from the TV series, like Adventure Bay, The Lookout, Seal Island, Farmer Yumi’s farm and Jake’s Mountain.

https://in.bookmyshow.com/plays/paw-patrol-live-race-to-the-rescue/ET00359309 

Mumbai: Dainik Bhaskar Group has roped in Preeti Arora as the vice president and head of the Gurgaon branch.

In her new role, she will be in charge of driving business partnerships to enhance the company’s offerings and expand its market presence. She will report to DB Corp chief corporate sales & marketing officer Satyajit Sengupta.

Arora brings with her over 20 years of experience in media marketing. In her career, she has worked with media companies such as India Today Group and HT Media.

Arora will play a crucial role in leading and managing operations in the Gurgaon branch of the Dainik Bhaskar Group.

Mumbai: 93.5 RED FM, India’s leading private radio and entertainment network launched its latest campaign “Hunar Qaid” on the occasion of World Music Day. In collaboration with India Vision Foundation, the campaign marks the celebration of artistic expression and showcases the power of music to transcend boundaries.  

Rupesh, a talented artist with an extraordinary story, has overcome immense challenges, having once been confined behind prison walls. His journey from imprisonment to musical brilliance serves as a testament to the transformative power of talent and the indomitable human spirit. Led by RJ Raunac on morning no 1 show, the campaign highlighted Rupesh’s journey. A special song “Abhi aasman baqi hai ” with Dr. Palash Sen from Euphoria & Rupesh was launched.

Red FM and India Vision Foundation invite music lovers and enthusiasts from all walks of life to join in celebrating World Music Day. Stay tuned in to listen to the heartfelt song and witness the incredible journey of Rupesh and the impact of music on his life.

Mumbai: Sandeep Modi said, “My kids are my sanity. They mean the world to me. And I yearn to give them the same sense of comfort and strength that my parents gave me in my middle-class upbringing.

He further adds, “It’s the small things that matter. My daughter and I have a regime we follow. However busy I am – I make it a point to try and make it before bedtime so I can read her a book. We even have a set morning regime for her and me. And my toddler and I get our me time when he is up, even at 4 AM! Weekends are for them and if I am travelling for a shoot, I try to bring the whole family along if I can. The amount of peace and joy it brings me to be called their father, I won’t be able to express in any words. They are my world”.

Talking about Anil Kapoor’s character of Shelly Rungta in Disney+ Hotstar’s The Night Manager being a doting father, he said, “Shelly is a doting father. I love that he may be one of the richest men in the world but his world revolves around his young Taha. The stress on him seeing his boy under duress shows. And the fact that he lets go of all his smarts and takes an emotional call to allow Shaan close to him tells us what a loving dad Shelly is”.

Binge-worthy, the best spy thriller, an absolute treat, incredibly mounted, adapted to perfection and many more. The Night Manager has been loved by fans, critics and the film fraternity equally, Disney+ Hotstar announced the date of Hotstar Specials’ The Night Manager: part two, now releasing on June 30, 2023. The first part saw the clash between Shelly Rungta (Anil Kapoor) and Shaan Sengupta (Aditya Roy Kapur) left the fans wondering what next. 

Get set for a journey of twists, turns and thrill with The Night Manager: part two on Disney+ Hotstar from 30 June onwards