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  • Viu forays into micro originals with ‘Viru Ke Funde’

    Viu forays into micro originals with ‘Viru Ke Funde’

    MUMBAI: Vuclip, a PCCW Media Company and the leading premium video on demand (VOD) service for emerging markets, has today announced the launch of ‘Viru ke Funde’, a fifteen episode web series that will be streamed on Vuclip’s OTT Video on Demand Service – Viu.

    Virender Sehwag will play the central character in the show and will be seen doling out advice to his group of friends on issues such as weight loss, managing stress, dodging telemarketers and the taxman as well as ways to win an argument with your better half and learning to cope with your mother-in-law’s taunts among others.

    The show was conceptualized based on Vuclip’s research insight that 60% of India’s digital audiences show the propensity to consume cricket focused comedy genre content which ties well with Sehwag’s raw, earthy and ‘in your face’ humor which has made him a Twitter sensation with over 7.5 million followers.

    The first five episodes of the show have been released today on Viu, with one new episode scheduled to be released every day for the next ten days until 2 December 2016.

    With a run time of about two minutes per episode, the show marks the advent of ‘Micro Originals’ – short form snackable video content aimed at entertaining the mobile audience ‘on the go.’ This effort also underscores Viu’s differentiated short form content strategy.

    Vuclip India country head Vishal Maheshwari said, “Viu is a celebration of fandom and a video destination that knows its viewers’ entertainment quotient. Much like our first original show ‘What the Duck,’ this series too will enable fans of Virender Sehwag to see him in his off-field personality which they have grown to like. ‘Viru Ke Funde’ is an exciting addition to our catalog of originals for our viewers.”

    Sehwag said, “Life is all about keeping things simple. See the Ball, Hit the Ball! Viru ke Funde is about sharing what I have learned in life and cricket with my real friends, making the experience all the more ‘FUN.’ I am delighted to partner with Viu which has given me a platform to engage with my fans through the digital medium. I hope the show will give you as much thrill as my batting did.”

    Links to the first five episodes of ‘Viru Ke Funde’

    Promo – https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139615025?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #1: How to Win an Argument with your Wife

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341106?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #2: How to behave in a 5 Star Hotel

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341134?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #3: How To Increase Facebook Likes 

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341139?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #4: How To Manage Stress

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341149?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #5: How To Lose Weight

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341137?containerId=playlist-24122189

  • Viu forays into micro originals with ‘Viru Ke Funde’

    Viu forays into micro originals with ‘Viru Ke Funde’

    MUMBAI: Vuclip, a PCCW Media Company and the leading premium video on demand (VOD) service for emerging markets, has today announced the launch of ‘Viru ke Funde’, a fifteen episode web series that will be streamed on Vuclip’s OTT Video on Demand Service – Viu.

    Virender Sehwag will play the central character in the show and will be seen doling out advice to his group of friends on issues such as weight loss, managing stress, dodging telemarketers and the taxman as well as ways to win an argument with your better half and learning to cope with your mother-in-law’s taunts among others.

    The show was conceptualized based on Vuclip’s research insight that 60% of India’s digital audiences show the propensity to consume cricket focused comedy genre content which ties well with Sehwag’s raw, earthy and ‘in your face’ humor which has made him a Twitter sensation with over 7.5 million followers.

    The first five episodes of the show have been released today on Viu, with one new episode scheduled to be released every day for the next ten days until 2 December 2016.

    With a run time of about two minutes per episode, the show marks the advent of ‘Micro Originals’ – short form snackable video content aimed at entertaining the mobile audience ‘on the go.’ This effort also underscores Viu’s differentiated short form content strategy.

    Vuclip India country head Vishal Maheshwari said, “Viu is a celebration of fandom and a video destination that knows its viewers’ entertainment quotient. Much like our first original show ‘What the Duck,’ this series too will enable fans of Virender Sehwag to see him in his off-field personality which they have grown to like. ‘Viru Ke Funde’ is an exciting addition to our catalog of originals for our viewers.”

    Sehwag said, “Life is all about keeping things simple. See the Ball, Hit the Ball! Viru ke Funde is about sharing what I have learned in life and cricket with my real friends, making the experience all the more ‘FUN.’ I am delighted to partner with Viu which has given me a platform to engage with my fans through the digital medium. I hope the show will give you as much thrill as my batting did.”

    Links to the first five episodes of ‘Viru Ke Funde’

    Promo – https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139615025?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #1: How to Win an Argument with your Wife

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341106?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #2: How to behave in a 5 Star Hotel

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341134?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #3: How To Increase Facebook Likes 

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341139?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #4: How To Manage Stress

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341149?containerId=playlist-24122189

    Funda #5: How To Lose Weight

    https://www.viu.com/en/media/1139341137?containerId=playlist-24122189

  • Ola Play launched for in-cab entertainment that includes Sony LIV

    Ola Play launched for in-cab entertainment that includes Sony LIV

    BENGALURU: Ola, Indian mobile app for transportation, launched a global first in Bengaluru today. The cab aggregator announced the immediate availability of ‘Ola Play’ for its ‘Ola Select’ customers in the National Capital Region, Mumbai and Bengaluru to be followed by a national rollout by March 2017 in 50,000 vehicles across all the cities in India that Ola operates in. For Ola Prime users Ola Play services will be offered without any additional cost over and above the cab ride cost informed Ola co-founder and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal. Use what you want…

    Besides offering the highly personalised experience for users during their rides, Ola Play allows various partners like Apple Music, Sony LIV, Audio Compass and Fynd to build experiences for users. And yes, one can control the air-conditioning and the radio with Ola Play.

    Aggarwal said, “I believe that this will completely transform the consumer’s ride experience, giving the user the power to control the interactions within the car and usher in a new era in the ridesharing industry. With over 60 million (6 crore) minutes spent in Ola rides every day, the impact on consumer comfort, convenience and productivity can be transformative. This will further propel ridesharing as the first choice of mobility for many more millions. Ola Play is a world first, built in India by an Indian team, which showcases that we can do better than the best in the world and be global leaders in technology and innovation.”

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    Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited EVP and Head – Digital New Media Uday Sodhi said, “With Ola Play, we are offering unique content that is tailored to the needs and preferences of viewers on the move. As a brand Sony LIV is the first premium video on demand (VOD) service providing multi-screen experience to users on all devices; and is the first amongst the competition to provide exclusive premium content. Our association with Ola Play  will allow us to further customise popular shows, movies and more, for Indians to consume in a highly engaged way, while on the move.”

    Ola Play is a connected car platform for ride sharing that Ola says will transform the in-car experience for users on the go. The platform, built in partnership with Qualcomm is powered by proprietary in-cloud technologies from Ola, by bringing advance car controls, choice of personalised content and a fully connected interactive experience for the user.  Ola Play transfers the control of the in-car experience to users from the Driver Console, which enables seamless interfacing with the consumer’s device once the ride begins. Ola Play can be accessed by the consumers own device or the large scree mounted in-car along with the car’s surround sound system.

  • Ola Play launched for in-cab entertainment that includes Sony LIV

    Ola Play launched for in-cab entertainment that includes Sony LIV

    BENGALURU: Ola, Indian mobile app for transportation, launched a global first in Bengaluru today. The cab aggregator announced the immediate availability of ‘Ola Play’ for its ‘Ola Select’ customers in the National Capital Region, Mumbai and Bengaluru to be followed by a national rollout by March 2017 in 50,000 vehicles across all the cities in India that Ola operates in. For Ola Prime users Ola Play services will be offered without any additional cost over and above the cab ride cost informed Ola co-founder and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal. Use what you want…

    Besides offering the highly personalised experience for users during their rides, Ola Play allows various partners like Apple Music, Sony LIV, Audio Compass and Fynd to build experiences for users. And yes, one can control the air-conditioning and the radio with Ola Play.

    Aggarwal said, “I believe that this will completely transform the consumer’s ride experience, giving the user the power to control the interactions within the car and usher in a new era in the ridesharing industry. With over 60 million (6 crore) minutes spent in Ola rides every day, the impact on consumer comfort, convenience and productivity can be transformative. This will further propel ridesharing as the first choice of mobility for many more millions. Ola Play is a world first, built in India by an Indian team, which showcases that we can do better than the best in the world and be global leaders in technology and innovation.”

    http://www.indiantelevision.com/sites/drupal7.indiantelevision.co.in/files/styles/large/public/unnamed_1.jpg?itok=5r-c2AI0

    Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited EVP and Head – Digital New Media Uday Sodhi said, “With Ola Play, we are offering unique content that is tailored to the needs and preferences of viewers on the move. As a brand Sony LIV is the first premium video on demand (VOD) service providing multi-screen experience to users on all devices; and is the first amongst the competition to provide exclusive premium content. Our association with Ola Play  will allow us to further customise popular shows, movies and more, for Indians to consume in a highly engaged way, while on the move.”

    Ola Play is a connected car platform for ride sharing that Ola says will transform the in-car experience for users on the go. The platform, built in partnership with Qualcomm is powered by proprietary in-cloud technologies from Ola, by bringing advance car controls, choice of personalised content and a fully connected interactive experience for the user.  Ola Play transfers the control of the in-car experience to users from the Driver Console, which enables seamless interfacing with the consumer’s device once the ride begins. Ola Play can be accessed by the consumers own device or the large scree mounted in-car along with the car’s surround sound system.

  • Bomanbridge buys three high-end, 4K documentaries

    Bomanbridge buys three high-end, 4K documentaries

    MUMBAI: Bomanbridge Media, a Singapore-based content distribution and production agency, announced the acquisition of three high-end, 4K documentaries, including one shot with VR technology, distributed globally by Italy’s Nexo Digital. These experiential programs provide audiences with a brilliant and realistic, exclusive tour of famous Italian treasures and venues.

    St. Peter and the Papal Basilicas of Rome (produced by Sky 3D and the Vatican Television Centre (CTV) in collaboration with Sky Arte HD Nexo Digital and Magnitudo) is a cutting-edge VR, 4K experience taking viewers on an interactive, immersive tour. The power of technology has now made it possible to capture amazing images from completely new and exclusive points of view, employing the use of helicopters and mechanical arms to capture extraordinary visuals. Four renowned experts showcase the Basilicas and the works of art contained in them. Audiences will feel like they are actually inside the famous cathedral with 360° views. Listed as one of the 25 most visited places on earth, this famous location holds many famous works of art from masters Giotto, Bramante, Michelangelo, Francesco Borromini, Bernini, Domenico Fontana and more.

    Leonardo Davinci: The Genius In Milan (produced by Skira, Codice Atlantico and RaiCom in collaboration with Nexo Digital and Magnitudo): In Spring 2015 Milan paid tribute to Leonardo Davinci by holding an exhibition at the Palazzo Reale. The 4K film Leonardo da Vinci – The Genius in Milan, was created from this event with documentary interviews and mise-en-scènes telling the story of the artist’s world and the treasures he left. Viewers are welcomed by curator, Pietro Marani, along with experts who tell the story of Leonardo the artist and scientist; and prominent, historical figures of the Renaissance such as Ludovico il Moro, Beatrice d’Este, Cecilia Gallerani and Salaì, a truly legendary period in the city’s history.

    Florence and the Uffizi Gallery (produced by Sky 3D in partnership with SKY ARTE HD, Magnitudo and Nexo Digital) is a beautifully filmed 4K tour of the city that was once the cradle of the Renaissance, Florence and the Uffizi Gallery ensuring a totally immersive and unique experience – allowing the audience to see, listen, feel and savor the most outstanding and celebrated breeding ground of creativity in the history of art.

    “Bomanbridge is extremely pleased to acquire the stunning, high-end technology, arts documentaries from Nexo Digital. These programs are breathtaking, offering a spectacular visual treat into the world of Leonardo da Vinci, the colors of Botticelli within the Uffizi gallery, and even a walk inside St. Peter’s church within the Vatican. When I saw these exquisite docs, some of the best in the world, I knew immediately that they belonged in the Bomanbridge catalog. Our Asian audiences, especially those viewing on OTT platforms, have an increasing appetite for sophisticated programming and they are sure to embrace these shows,” said Bomanbridge Media CEO Sonia Fleck.

  • Bomanbridge buys three high-end, 4K documentaries

    Bomanbridge buys three high-end, 4K documentaries

    MUMBAI: Bomanbridge Media, a Singapore-based content distribution and production agency, announced the acquisition of three high-end, 4K documentaries, including one shot with VR technology, distributed globally by Italy’s Nexo Digital. These experiential programs provide audiences with a brilliant and realistic, exclusive tour of famous Italian treasures and venues.

    St. Peter and the Papal Basilicas of Rome (produced by Sky 3D and the Vatican Television Centre (CTV) in collaboration with Sky Arte HD Nexo Digital and Magnitudo) is a cutting-edge VR, 4K experience taking viewers on an interactive, immersive tour. The power of technology has now made it possible to capture amazing images from completely new and exclusive points of view, employing the use of helicopters and mechanical arms to capture extraordinary visuals. Four renowned experts showcase the Basilicas and the works of art contained in them. Audiences will feel like they are actually inside the famous cathedral with 360° views. Listed as one of the 25 most visited places on earth, this famous location holds many famous works of art from masters Giotto, Bramante, Michelangelo, Francesco Borromini, Bernini, Domenico Fontana and more.

    Leonardo Davinci: The Genius In Milan (produced by Skira, Codice Atlantico and RaiCom in collaboration with Nexo Digital and Magnitudo): In Spring 2015 Milan paid tribute to Leonardo Davinci by holding an exhibition at the Palazzo Reale. The 4K film Leonardo da Vinci – The Genius in Milan, was created from this event with documentary interviews and mise-en-scènes telling the story of the artist’s world and the treasures he left. Viewers are welcomed by curator, Pietro Marani, along with experts who tell the story of Leonardo the artist and scientist; and prominent, historical figures of the Renaissance such as Ludovico il Moro, Beatrice d’Este, Cecilia Gallerani and Salaì, a truly legendary period in the city’s history.

    Florence and the Uffizi Gallery (produced by Sky 3D in partnership with SKY ARTE HD, Magnitudo and Nexo Digital) is a beautifully filmed 4K tour of the city that was once the cradle of the Renaissance, Florence and the Uffizi Gallery ensuring a totally immersive and unique experience – allowing the audience to see, listen, feel and savor the most outstanding and celebrated breeding ground of creativity in the history of art.

    “Bomanbridge is extremely pleased to acquire the stunning, high-end technology, arts documentaries from Nexo Digital. These programs are breathtaking, offering a spectacular visual treat into the world of Leonardo da Vinci, the colors of Botticelli within the Uffizi gallery, and even a walk inside St. Peter’s church within the Vatican. When I saw these exquisite docs, some of the best in the world, I knew immediately that they belonged in the Bomanbridge catalog. Our Asian audiences, especially those viewing on OTT platforms, have an increasing appetite for sophisticated programming and they are sure to embrace these shows,” said Bomanbridge Media CEO Sonia Fleck.

  • Pankaj Patel is new FICCI president

    Pankaj Patel is new FICCI president

    NEW DELHI: Zydus Cadila – Cadila Healthcare Ltd. chairman and managing director Pankaj R. Patel has been elected the president of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) for the year 2017.

    Patel spearheads Zydus Cadila, an innovation-driven global healthcare company which manufactures and markets a wide range of products ranging from APIs to formulations, vaccines, biologicals and niche technologies. With over 1200 researchers, the group has been at the forefront bridging unmet healthcare needs with novel therapies that are affordable and accessible.

    Patel is the chairman of the board of governors and Society, IIM, Udaipur and IIT, Bhubaneswar. He is also on the Board of IIM-Ahmedabad.

    He also officiates on the Board of various educational institutes such as Ahmedabad University, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, the Gujarat Law Society, Nirma University etc.

    He is the executive chairman, vice president and trustee of the Gujarat Cancer Society and chairman of the Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute, a Regional Cancer Centre and one of the largest cancer centres of India, reaching out to the needy and underprivileged cancer patients.

  • Pankaj Patel is new FICCI president

    Pankaj Patel is new FICCI president

    NEW DELHI: Zydus Cadila – Cadila Healthcare Ltd. chairman and managing director Pankaj R. Patel has been elected the president of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) for the year 2017.

    Patel spearheads Zydus Cadila, an innovation-driven global healthcare company which manufactures and markets a wide range of products ranging from APIs to formulations, vaccines, biologicals and niche technologies. With over 1200 researchers, the group has been at the forefront bridging unmet healthcare needs with novel therapies that are affordable and accessible.

    Patel is the chairman of the board of governors and Society, IIM, Udaipur and IIT, Bhubaneswar. He is also on the Board of IIM-Ahmedabad.

    He also officiates on the Board of various educational institutes such as Ahmedabad University, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, the Gujarat Law Society, Nirma University etc.

    He is the executive chairman, vice president and trustee of the Gujarat Cancer Society and chairman of the Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute, a Regional Cancer Centre and one of the largest cancer centres of India, reaching out to the needy and underprivileged cancer patients.

  • Vu2Vu enters India with video communication solutions

    Vu2Vu enters India with video communication solutions

    MUMBAI: Vu2Vu has signed a strategic partnership with India based premier satellite service provider LAMHAS Satellite Services with an aim to sell and distribute bespoke video communication solutions in Indian subcontinent.

    The companies signed the agreement in the presence of Minister for Employment and Small Business in Ireland H.E. Pat Breen TD and the Irish Ambassador to India in New Delhi H.E. Brian McElduff during the Enterprise Ireland Trade Mission to India.

    Vu2Vu Founding Director and CTO Andrew Collins said, “We are happy to extend our expertise with LAMHAS and look forward to increase our presence in Indian subcontinent. There has been a surge in telecommunication and teleconferencing facilities in India. Due to large geographical distances, business stretching beyond geographies and improved telecom infrastructure, teleconferencing is a necessity for doing business effectively and LAMHAS will help us extend our reach and acceptance here”.

    Vu2Vu™ is changing the way people connect; Easy to use and manage, Vu2Vu™ technology innovations put HD-quality, multipoint video communications within reach of anyone using any device, anywhere. All that’s needed is an Internet, LTE (Long-Term Evolution), 3G or 4G connections to join in a lifelike and truly collaborative meeting experience. Today, Vu2Vu’s™ video collaboration solutions power new workflow applications that close information gaps boosting customer interactions.

    LAMHAS MD Manoj Shah said, “This partnership with Vu2Vu is an important growth initiative for LAMHAS. With our wealth of experience in the Media & Broadcasting industry, we look forward to providing valuable commercial and legal insights in the day-to-day operations”.

    Vu2Vu has been providing video conferencing solutions to Enterprise Ireland and they have built a strong global cloud network and own cloud solutions. With this partnership with LAMHAS, Vu2Vu aim’s to mark their presence in Indian region, embarking their expertise in the Healthcare and Education solution.

  • Vu2Vu enters India with video communication solutions

    Vu2Vu enters India with video communication solutions

    MUMBAI: Vu2Vu has signed a strategic partnership with India based premier satellite service provider LAMHAS Satellite Services with an aim to sell and distribute bespoke video communication solutions in Indian subcontinent.

    The companies signed the agreement in the presence of Minister for Employment and Small Business in Ireland H.E. Pat Breen TD and the Irish Ambassador to India in New Delhi H.E. Brian McElduff during the Enterprise Ireland Trade Mission to India.

    Vu2Vu Founding Director and CTO Andrew Collins said, “We are happy to extend our expertise with LAMHAS and look forward to increase our presence in Indian subcontinent. There has been a surge in telecommunication and teleconferencing facilities in India. Due to large geographical distances, business stretching beyond geographies and improved telecom infrastructure, teleconferencing is a necessity for doing business effectively and LAMHAS will help us extend our reach and acceptance here”.

    Vu2Vu™ is changing the way people connect; Easy to use and manage, Vu2Vu™ technology innovations put HD-quality, multipoint video communications within reach of anyone using any device, anywhere. All that’s needed is an Internet, LTE (Long-Term Evolution), 3G or 4G connections to join in a lifelike and truly collaborative meeting experience. Today, Vu2Vu’s™ video collaboration solutions power new workflow applications that close information gaps boosting customer interactions.

    LAMHAS MD Manoj Shah said, “This partnership with Vu2Vu is an important growth initiative for LAMHAS. With our wealth of experience in the Media & Broadcasting industry, we look forward to providing valuable commercial and legal insights in the day-to-day operations”.

    Vu2Vu has been providing video conferencing solutions to Enterprise Ireland and they have built a strong global cloud network and own cloud solutions. With this partnership with LAMHAS, Vu2Vu aim’s to mark their presence in Indian region, embarking their expertise in the Healthcare and Education solution.