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  • SA Tourism invites Indian families to win an all-expense paid holiday in the Rainbow Nation

    SA Tourism invites Indian families to win an all-expense paid holiday in the Rainbow Nation

    MUMBAI: Have you been imagining an exciting holiday enjoying the sun, surf and sand with your family in Cape Town or watching the lion roar with all its might at 5-metre proximity or jumping off the highest commercial bungee in the world? Well, fantasize no more as South African Tourism, announces its upcoming global campaign: ‘20 Experiences in 10 Days’ where your family could be the chosen one to star in this first of a kind initiative.

    If you think your family loves to travel, is adventurous and your children are between the age group of 10 – 14 years, then apply today to win a two-week all-expense paid trip to South Africa. The last date to send in your entries is 21st February, 2014. So write into sat@rapidblue.com today for the application form or any further details. After reviewing the applications, auditions will be held for casting and the family that fits all criteria will get to star in the campaign and represent India globally.  

    On this exciting new initiative, Ms. Hanneli Slabber, Country Manager, South African Tourism said, “We are extremely excited to announce this global initiative targeting the family segment, which is one of our fastest growing segments across the world. This campaign in 2010 was targeted at young couples and was a huge success among our target audience. India is a key source market for South Africa and through this initiative; we want to widen our reach to the discerning Indian families and showcase South Africa as the perfect holiday destination that provides varied experiences for all age groups. The chosen family will get a once in a life time opportunity to indulge in 20 inimitable experiences in 10 days and take home some amazing and unforgettable memories.”  

    We are pleased to announce that as per the latest arrival figures of September 2013, 84,202 Indian tourists have visited South Africa between January 2013 to September 2013 which is an increase of 6.2% vis-?-vis the same period last year.

    Issued by Avian Media on behalf of South African Tourism

     

  • The first ever ‘Stree Sanman Award’ goes to Farah Khan at Lux Cozi Zee Cine Awards 2014

    The first ever ‘Stree Sanman Award’ goes to Farah Khan at Lux Cozi Zee Cine Awards 2014

    MUMBAI: It is rather challenging for a woman to emerge as a power to reckon with in a field dominated by men. In Bollywood, more often than not, women are often relegated to donning the greasepaint and serving as an arm candy for the film hero. Barring the role of an actress, most profiles within the film industry such as editor, director, producer or technician are ruled by men. For having managed to find her own footing in the frenzied world of Bollywood and carving a distinct niche for herself first as a successful choreographer, then as a film director and producer, Farah Khan recently bagged a distinctive award at the Lux Cozi Zee Cine Awards 2014. The ‘Stree Samman Award’ is a first-of-its-kind initiative at a film awards show aimed at recognizing the contribution made by industrious, enterprising women in a male-dominated industry.

    Farah received the prestigious award at the hands of veteran film-maker, the Great Showman Subhash Ghai. As she went on stage to accept the award, Farah said, “They say behind every successful man, there is a woman. But let me tell you, behind this successful woman, there are a hundred men.” She went on to thank all the men who have stood by her side as a pillar of strength in the course of her journey in Bollywood. She also thanked Shah Rukh for having been a mentor and a dear friend. Subhash Ghai thanked the Zee group for coming up with this unique award.

    Farah’s first stint as a choreographer began with ‘Pehla Nasha’ from Aamir Khan starrer, ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’. As a choreographer, Farah has received 25 prestigious awards in the course of her prolific career. Later, her penchant for entertaining the masses saw her direct and produce popular blockbusters like Main Hoon Na and Om Shanti Om. She is easily amongst the most successful commercial female filmmakers in Bollywood. As a director, her movie Om Shanti Om became the highest grossing Hindi film ever at the time of its release. Currently in the news for her upcoming multi-starrer ‘Happy New Year’, Farah is delighted on receiving this recognition. She tweeted, saying she was grateful to the jury of Lux Cozi Zee Cine Awards 2014 for choosing her for her efforts in the industry.

    Catch the most stunning spectacle of entertainment as the world’s biggest viewers’ choice awards – Lux Cozi Zee Cine Awards 2014 powered by Dabur Vatika Enriched Olive Hair Oil and Karbonn Mobile airs at 8 PM on 23rd February on Zee TV, Zee Anmol and Zee Tamizh.

  • Innovating for a Better Tomorrow’ with Dr. Devi Shetty & GE Healthcare

    Innovating for a Better Tomorrow’ with Dr. Devi Shetty & GE Healthcare

    MUMBAI: CNN-IBN, in partnership with Infosys, is all set to bring to the fore exemplary innovations that have not only transformed the lives of millions of Indians but have also left indelible impressions globally. The exclusive nine-episode series ‘Innovating for a Better Tomorrow’ will showcase innovations with significant business and social impact.

     
    The second episode of the series will feature Dr. Devi Shetty, Chairman and Founder of the Narayana Hrudayalaya Hospital, for his efforts in making cardiac surgery affordable to even the poorest in our society; and GE Healthcare for introducing MAC 400, a low-cost ECG machine that has profoundly impacted clinical guidelines and ECG standards, and made ECGs available to every physician, every patient, everywhere.

     
    Don’t miss the special episode on Saturday, Feb 22, at 7:30 PM, with a repeat telecast on Sunday, Feb 23, at 12:00 PM, on CNN-IBN; and on Sunday, Feb 23, at 5:00 PM, on CNBC-TV18.

  • Fremantlemedia on form with new formats

    Fremantlemedia on form with new formats

    MUMBAI: Exciting new titles are on their way to MIPTV this year with a range of fresh formats from FremantleMedia. Renowned for enthralling global formats, FremantleMedia are set to provide buyers with even more original and creative ideas for audiences across the world.

    Setting pulses racing is the dating show of the future The Love Table, in association with Asahi Broadcasting Corporation. The inventive new show sees the world’s first flat-pack dating machine – a completely interactive, electronic and talking table, that will help singletons to bag themselves a date. With her LED screen the Love Table cheekily reveals more about the girls and guys seated across each other, by hacking into their online profiles and activities. Using the latest technology and social media the Love Table exposes the most intimate details of their lives, helping them to get to know each other and steering them in the right direction in their quest for love. The singletons then push the Love Table’s buttons to highlight the direction of their desires. These electronic arrows of affection are also shown on the Love Table’s screen allowing viewers to see if a match has been made. The Love Table’s fun games and touch screen rounds bring dating shows into a new generation.

    Also getting off the blocks is Fittest Family from Animo TV/Kite Entertainment, which sees twelve uber fit and sports mad families compete for the title of the fittest family and a big cash prize. Each episode sees four sporting legends assigned to coach the families and push them to their fitness max. The families compete against one another as they get put through a set of extreme challenges with only the fittest surviving. Currently airing on Irish pubcaster RTÉ One as ‘Ireland’s Fittest Family’,  the primetime series is on track, and has become popular viewing as it delivers big numbers in it’s 7.30pm, Saturday slot.

     
    With pens at the ready, a brand new talent show for aspiring writers, Masterpiece, is set to hit the shelves. The series aims to find the next big name in literature and sees contestants compete for the chance to see their first work (whether a novel, a collection of short stories or poetry) printed by a renowned publisher. Contestants are shortlisted through a series of interviews and a critique of previously prepared work, with the chosen few going on to compete in a number of literary challenges that are marked by expert judges. The first episode of Masterpiece on RAI in Italy performed well above the channel average, reaching a 5.14% average share and generated an incredible buzz on social media, with #masterpiece trending overnight. 

     
    The medical observational reality format, An Hour to Save Your Life explores in forensic detail the dilemmas and innovations at the frontline of emergency medicine. The moment an emergency call is made, the clock starts ticking – the expert medical attention a patient receives in this first hour is critical, and could mean the difference between life or death. Following specialist clinicians as they respond to the most serious of cases, the series offers a unique insight into the minute-by-minute decisions that are made in the fight for life. Each episode follows the responses to three very different medical emergencies and viewers are able to see the extraordinary drama unfold as critically ill patients are treated with revolutionary new procedures. Exploring the predicaments and advances of emergency care in a way not previously seen on television, An Hour to Save Your Life captures it all.

     
    Finally, it’s never too early to start thinking about Christmas and what better gift than the unique festive competition, The Christmas Light Fight. From the breath-taking to the bonkers, families decorate their homes to the extreme for Christmas in the first competition of its kind for television. Families are chosen based on their previous elaborate Christmas light displays, incredible ornaments and over-the-top designs, as they compete against one another each week to transform their homes for the holidays. The families are whittled down to four finalists, who are then flown to a surprise finale city to compete for a big cash prize.

     
    Rob Clark, Director of Global Entertainment Development, said: “FremantleMedia are constantly striving to find exciting and trendsetting new formats that are accessible worldwide and we are thrilled to bring this great roster of shows to the market. Not only are these formats adaptable but I’m confident that they could be the next big thing! We’re looking forwarding to showcasing them to potential clients in April.”
     

    Visit FremantleMedia at MIPTV 2014 at Stand No. C11.A1 (Croisette 11, Aisle 1), Palais du Festival, 7 – 10 April.

  • The Tata Motors IIFA Awards announce 2014 nominations

    The Tata Motors IIFA Awards announce 2014 nominations

    MUMBAI: Indian Cinema’s most spectacular awards outside of India, The Tata Motors International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards have declared the list of nominations (Popular category) for its 15th edition. The Videocon D2H IIFA Weekend will be held in Tampa Bay, Florida from April 23-26.

     
    2013 was a fantastic year at the Box-office. Amongst the major films of the year, bagging a maximum number of nods is the inspiring biopic of Milkha Singh, ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ followed closely by the gun-fest, ‘Goliyon Ki Rasleela- Ramleela’ and the heart-wrenching ‘Aashiqui 2’ with 7 nominations each, while the Ranbir Kapoor starrer – Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewaani scored 6 nominations. Other notable films: Krrish 3, Chennai Express, Kai Po Che and The Lunchbox have been nominated across various award categories.

     
    It is a battle of superstars at the awards, as Shahrukh Khan (Chennai Express), Hrithik Roshan (Krrish 3), Ranbir Kapoor (Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewaani), Farhan Akhtar (Bhaag Milka Bhaag), Ranveer Singh (Goliyon Ki Rasleela-Ramleela) and newcomer Sushant Singh Rajput (Kai Po Che) get nominated for Performance in a Leading Role (Male) for exceptional work in their respective films.

     
    Stealing the limelight is the very beautiful Deepika Padukone with 3 nominations in Performance in a Leading Role (Female) category for her perfomance in last year’s smash hits Chennai Express, Goliyon Ki Rasleela- Ramleela and Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewaani. Equally impressive performers, Sonakshi Sinha (Lootera), Nimrat Kaur (The Lunchbox) and Shraddha Kapoor (Aashiqui 2) find themselves nominated in the category, as well.

     
    Best Director nominees include a host of celebrated filmmakers like Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Rakesh Roshan, Rohit Shetty, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Abhishek Kapoor. One of the most awaited awards, the Best Film category witnesses 2013’s runway success’s Dhoom 3, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Goliyon Ki Rasleela-Ramleela, Krrish 3, Kai Po Che, Chennai Express and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, as they compete to win the much coveted title.

     
    The Videocon D2H IIFA Weekend is presented by Videocon D2H and the Tata Motors IIFA Awards is presented by Tata Motors. The IIFA Weekend &Awards will be broadcast globally on Star Plus, for the 10th year running.

  • Prayag announces its association with Asia Cup-2014 as an “Associate Sponsor”

    Prayag announces its association with Asia Cup-2014 as an “Associate Sponsor”

    Prayag a leading brand in Bath Assets & Sanitary ware announced its association with Asia Cup -2014 as an “Associate Sponsor” which will be held in Bangladesh from 25th Feb to 8th March, 14. 

    Prayag has previously also been associated with IPL as an “Official Team Partner” of Kings XI Punjab for the past 2 consecutive years. Prayag has collaborated with ITW as Sports Marketing Partner in this initiative along with Technology Frontiers, which is executing sponsorship & Brand Promotion activities for Asia Cup.

    Starting from February 25, the grand tournament will see the participation of major Asian countries India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh along with Afghanistan. Prayag’s presence has been across the country and with this Asia Cup – 2014 it plans to garner an enhanced visibility across the Asian Sub Continent. Brand will have its presence within the stadium as well as at various promotional collaterals.

    Mr. Nitin Aggarwal, CEO Prayag said, Indians are very passionate about cricket and hence it becomes an important platform for brand visibility and promotions. In the past many years it has got huge audience connect with companies and brands. We are quite sure this season Asia Cup will see similar thrilled collaboration of cricket, brands and its audiences. 

    Speaking on the Association, Vikram Tanwar, MD & CEO, ITW says, we are glad that Prayag is partnering with a tournament like Asia Cup as an Associate Sponsor. This association will give a great impetus to the Brand & will help them reach out to their target audience through the world of sport & specifically Cricket which has an iconic following in the sub continent. We will be driving the brand’s On Ground & Sponsorship Strategy for the cup.

  • CNN-IBN presents Thums Up-Being Human VEER Campaign

    CNN-IBN presents Thums Up-Being Human VEER Campaign

    MUMBAI: CNN-IBN, in association with Thums Up, Being Human and American India Foundation (AIF), has started VEER, a special initiative that aims to highlight the struggles of people with disability (PwDs) in India and raise funds to make them employable. In the third episode, we take up the critical aspects of inclusion and accessibility for the PwDs. On the show, the panellists discuss the urgent need to create barrier-free environments so that PwDs can lead their day-to-day lives with dignity. The panellists also stress upon the need for addressing social indifference and changing people’s mindsets towards PwDs. The expert panel includes: Jayna Kothari, Founder Member, Centre for Law and Policy Research; Maj (retd) Devender Pal Singh, who lost his leg during Kargil War; Dr Shweta of Aanchal Charitable Trust; and Poonam Natrajan, Chairperson, National Trust.

     
    Watch the third episode of VEER on Sat, 22nd Feb @ 6.30 PM and repeat telecast on Sun, 23rd Feb @ 4.30PM and Wed, 26th Feb @ 5.30 PM only on CNN-IBN and Sat, 22nd Feb @ 6.30 PM and Sun, 23rd Feb @ 10.30 PM (R) only on IBN7.

     

  • Prisoners of War sells into Asia

    Prisoners of War sells into Asia

    MUMBAI: Keshet International, the global distribution arm of Keshet Media Group, has sold its successful drama Prisoners of War, on which Emmy® Award winner Homeland is based, to Korea’s Star J Entertainment, marking its entry to a fourth continent worldwide.

     
    The local adaptation of the show will be produced in partnership by Youngbeom Jeong, Sebastian Lee and Teddy Zee, Nam-gil Kim is also attached to star. He is best known for his role of Bidam in the hit Korean drama Queen Seondeokand stars in the film Pirates: The Bandit goes to the Seathat will be released later this year.
     

    Prisoners of Warscooped the top prize at the Seoul International Drama Awards in September 2013 beating its US adaptation Homeland, the eighth season of US series House and several other high profile international dramas for the Grand Jury Prize.
     

    Keshet Internationalhas enjoyed unprecedented international success with Prisoners of War having brokered deals for local adaptations in territories like Russia (WeitMedia), Turkey (Medyapim) and the US (Fox21 and Showtime – Homeland). The finished show has sold to more than 20 territories including the UK (Sky Arts), Australia (SBS), Brazil (Globosat), Arte (German and French-speaking Europe) and Norway (NRK). Prisoners of War is also available on several streaming and VOD platforms such as Hulu, Netflix Scandinavia, Universal Pictures German-speaking Europe and iTunes Canada as well as through a range of physical DVD partners worldwide.

    In 2012 author Stephen King included Hatufim (season one) at number 8 in his top 10 TV shows of the year.* In 2013 The New York Times placed Hatufim (season two) at number 2 in its top 12 TV shows of the year.**  

    Teddy Zee, Hollywood-based producer and former studio executive, said “We believe that the ongoing conflict between South Korea and North Korea makes the adaptation of Prisoners of Warespecially compelling and timely.”

    Sebastian Lee, producer, co-founder of EnterMedia Contents and international consultant for ABC Networks added, “With this cooperation with Keshet, we hope to expand the influence of the so-called Korean Wave in Asia and beyond.”

    Alon Shtruzman, CEO Keshet International, said, “We are very excited about the first Asian adaptation of Prisoners of War, I look forward to seeing how the Koreans interpret this incrediblestory. It’s a gem in our portfolio which is continuously evolving and extending its lifecycle internationally.”

    Youngbeom Jeong, CEO of Star J Entertainment shared, “This production represents a dream come true for my partner and client Nam-gil Kim.”

     
    Prisoners of War follows two soldiers as they attempt to re-adjust to their lives after returning home from captivity for 17 years. In addition to their personal struggles, it becomes clear that there is a profound secret that the two are keeping from everyone. The first season was the highest-rated drama of the year in Israel in 2011, achieving a 37% share (HH). Season two launched on Keshet Channel 2 in 2012, and scored a 40% average share, making it the most viewed drama of the year and peaking with an incredible 47.9% audience share during the season two finale.

     

  • Fremantlemedia international renews deal with Ash Atalla’s Roughcut television

    Fremantlemedia international renews deal with Ash Atalla’s Roughcut television

    MUMBAI: FremantleMedia International (FMI), the global distribution division of FremantleMedia, one of the largest creators, producers and distributors of television entertainment brands in the world, had extended its relationship with indie comedy and comedy drama producer Roughcut Television for a further two years, it announced today.

     

    Under the terms of the deal, FremantleMedia International will continue its co-development relationship with Roughcut TV until at least the end of 2015, allowing FMI to distribute all tape sales from Roughcut’s UK commissions, including Trollied, World’s Craziest Fools, Cuckoo and Anna & Katy. The deal also grants FMI the opportunity to exploit format rights for Roughcut Television’s UK-commissioned title, allowing FremantleMedia’s global network of production offices the chance to produce the shows for local markets.

    Bob McCourt, Acting CEO, FremantleMedia International, said, “We couldn’t be happier to renew our relationship with Ash and his team for the next two years. Roughcut TV produces some of the best-known comedies in the UK and they work perfectly for FremantleMedia International’s audiences. We’re looking forward to working together to exploit our back catalogue, as well as work on new titles coming through the pipeline.”

    Ash Atalla, founder and Managing Director Roughcut Television added: “FremantleMedia are like the clever and popular mate you never had at school. They speak loads of languages, know the right people all over the world and give you the best advice.  I wish I’d met FremantleMedia when I was 15, but this will have to do.”

    Established in 2007 by Ash Atalla, Roughcut TV is one of the UK’s fastest growing independent television production companies. Specialising in scripted comedy and entertainment, the production house is best known for producing the multi award winning series’ The Office and The IT Crowd, and enjoyed record-breaking success with the supermarket based sitcom Trollied (Sky 1), which debuted with two million viewers – the highest rating multi-channel comedy launch in British TV history. Other Roughcut titles include the BBC 3 hits Cuckoo – which achieved the channel’s biggest comedy launch when it debuted last year – and World’s Craziest Fools starring Mr. T; sketch show Anna and Katy (Channel 4) and the cult hit mockumentary People Just Do Nothing (BBC 3).

    FremantleMedia International will be bringing the second season of Cuckoo to MIPTV this year, starring Hollywood A-lister, Taylor Lautner.

  • Outdoor HD Joins MEASAT’s Neighborhood

    Outdoor HD Joins MEASAT’s Neighborhood

    MUMBAI: MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (“MEASAT”) announced today a three (3) year agreement with Globecast and Outdoor Channel for distribution on the MEASAT-3 satellite. Under the terms of the agreement, MEASAT will distribute Outdoor HD via MEASAT-3’s global C-band beam, covering 102 countries from Asia, Australia, Middle East, Europe and Africa.

     

    Outdoor Channel (Asia), The World Leader In Outdoor Entertainment, is a channel that features traditional and contemporary outdoor sports such as fishing, off-road, water sports, safari and a range of outdoor activities that thrill, inspire and entertain.

     

    “MEASAT’s partnership with Globecast continues to expand with the distribution of the Outdoor Channel,” shared Raj Malik, Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing, MEASAT. “The Outdoor Channel, with its premium adventurous lifestyle programming, strengthens the variety of content offered from MEASAT’s
    91.5°E video neighbourhood.”

     

     

    “We appreciate the ongoing support we receive from our distribution and channel partners” he added.