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  • Mukta A2 Cinemas introduces Rs 99 F&B Cap to cinema experience

    Mukta A2 Cinemas introduces Rs 99 F&B Cap to cinema experience

    Mumbai: Mukta A2 Cinemas has introduced a new offer to celebrate the festive season by capping food and beverage prices at Rs 99. This initiative aims to enhance the customer experience and address the common issue of high F&B prices in theatres, allowing moviegoers to enjoy their cinema experience.

    “We believe cinema is a universal form of entertainment that should be accessible to all. It’s essential that the entire experience – from purchasing tickets to enjoying food and drinks – is affordable. By capping food prices at Rs 99, we want everyone to enjoy both the movie and the complete cinema experience,” said Mukta A2 Cinemas COO Satwik Lele.

    This decision comes as cinemas seek to boost footfall post-COVID and aim to challenge the traditional pricing model in the exhibition business.

    Lele expressed confidence that this initiative would set new standards in the industry and encourage more audiences to visit cinemas. Mukta A2 Cinemas remains committed to providing quality entertainment while prioritizing customer satisfaction, making this offer a significant win for moviegoers.

  • GRB Media Ranch appoints Will Marks as principal advisor for digital (FAST)

    GRB Media Ranch appoints Will Marks as principal advisor for digital (FAST)

    Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch CEO Gary R Benz has announced the company’s continued growth with a new digital strategy, with soon-to-launch FAST (free ad-supported TV) channels and AVOD (ad-supported video on demand) distribution platforms. Industry veteran Will Marks was retained to develop and implement the forward-facing strategy. He will attend MIPCOM next month to expand the Company’s relationship with content and distribution partners.

    Two FAST channels are planned for launch in Q4 ‘24 across the US and many English-speaking territories (US, UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand). Each channel will launch with over 400 hours of programming, adding additional content regularly. Additional territories will be launched throughout 2025, along with more channels.

    A paranormal-themed FAST channel, titled ‘The Unseen’ (wt) will include shows from the GRB Media Ranch ‘Dark Zone’ programming collection, including Paranormal Files and Paranormal Quest.

    Also, a travel, food, and culture-themed FAST channel, titled ‘WNDR’ (Wander) will carry programming including Top Travel; South Africa with Hayden Quinn; World of Wonder; and many more globe-spanning series.

    Several more FAST channels are in development for distribution worldwide for next year.

    Marks comes to GRB Media Ranch with sterling credentials as a seasoned industry executive. He was previously SVP, business development & digital at Ovation Television where he founded and led the digital portfolio, including the TV-Everywhere app OvationNOW and the FAST channels Mystery Alley and JOURNY. Marks led the channels to distribution on 300mm plus devices across the US and Canada on connected TVs and video platforms including Amazon Fire, Roku, Samsung TVPlus, Vizio WatchFree+, Plex; and the Apple iOS and Google Android mobile platforms. JOURNY, a perennial ‘Top 3’ travel network on Roku also won the ‘Best AVOD Service’ award from Cynopsis in 2021. Marks had previously served in executive roles leading business development, strategy, and digital teams at ComcastNBCU, Intel Corp, and The Walt Disney Company.

    Benz stated, “GRB Media Ranch is truly excited to launch our digital strategy with two FAST channels in 4Q and we are pleased that Will Marks will share his expertise and distribution savvy to help with this next step in our company’s evolution. We feel fortunate to have many hours of premium programming in paranormal and travel for our launch.”

    Marks added, “GRB Media Ranch built a tremendous content library and continuously acquires compelling programming   across diverse genres. We can’t wait to thrill and chill viewers with the ghosts and haunts on The Unseen; and then take consumers on amazing adventures around the world on WNDR. These new FAST channels are a cornerstone of GRB Media Ranch’s new distribution approach, bringing captivating programming to worldwide audiences. I look forward to working with Gary and the entire GRB Media team in helping them increase the company’s reach around the world.”

  • Ravi Ahuja to replace Tony Vinciquerra as president & CEO at Sony Pictures Entertainment

    Ravi Ahuja to replace Tony Vinciquerra as president & CEO at Sony Pictures Entertainment

    MUMBAI: Now here is another executive of Indian descent taking on the top leadership position in a global company. Ravi Ahuja, who was Sony Pictures Entertainment’s (SPE’s) chairman of global television studios and SPE president & COO will take over as the company’s president & CEO effective 2 January 2025. He will replace SPE’s current CEO  Tony Vinciquerra who will remain in an advisory role for SPE as non-executive chairman until the end of December 2025.

    Ahuja will report to Sony group chairman &  CEO Kenichiro Yoshida and Sony group  president, COO &  CFO Hiroki Totoki. The announcement was made Sony Group Corp and  SPE today.

    “The extraordinary turnaround at SPE over the last 10 years would not have been possible without Tony’s deep experience and expertise in the entertainment space, his strategic vision and his outstanding leadership,” said Yoshida. “Under Tony’s watch, SPE became a critically important part of our efforts to maximize the value of our IP and find synergies across all our entertainment and technology businesses, and it remains a key driver in Sony group’s ongoing corporate strategies to lean further into the creative and entertainment spaces. I want to thank Tony for his years of dedication and leadership at SPE, and for his invaluable support across the group companies during his successful career at Sony.”

    Yoshida continued, “Since joining SPE in 2021, Ravi has been at the center of Tony’s leadership team, navigating the unprecedented challenges of today’s media and entertainment environment and positioning SPE for further growth. Ravi brings with him years of experience from his time at some of the world’s most successful entertainment companies, and we look forward to working more closely with him in his new role as president & CEO of SPE.”

    Vinciquerra joined SPE in June 2017, and has led the company’s dramatic turnaround with five consecutive years of increasing profit by strengthening of SPE’s film slate, reimagining SPE’s television businesses, and with aggressive M&A in key growth areas, such as anime with the acquisition of Crunchyroll in 2021.

    Vinciquerra’s strategic decisions to divest most of SPE’s international cable networks as that market began to deteriorate, and to not jump into the overcrowded streaming space with a general entertainment streaming service, has kept SPE profitable during a time of unprecedented industry change.

    In recent years, Vinciquerra led SPE through some of the entertainment industry’s most challenging events such as the COVID-19 epidemic and the historic combined SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes of 2023, events which brought television and film production to a standstill. Despite these unprecedented events, SPE remains in a
    very strong and competitive position among its industry peers.

    “When I stepped into this role seven and a half years ago, I would’ve never imagined the extraordinary industry disruption and opportunity we’d face,” said Vinciquerra. “I’m filled with immense gratitude for this exceptional company and its profound legacy in Hollywood history. I’m consistently inspired by my brilliant and resolute colleagues. Together, against the odds, we achieved remarkable success and have consistently proven that this is a community built on passion and resilience. Thank you for making these past seven and half years the most gratifying of my career. My sincere appreciation goes to Kazuo Hirai for offering me this opportunity in 2017, and to Kenichiro Yoshida and Hiroki Totoki for their leadership and unwavering trust and support over the years. I have the utmost confidence that SPE will continue to thrive in the years ahead and know that Ravi is the right leader to take SPE forward.”

    Ravi Ahuja joined SPE in 2021 to oversee all production businesses for Sony Pictures Television (SPT) and the studio’s India business as chairman of global television studios. SPT and its production companies produce several award-winning and acclaimed television series including The Crown, The Boys, Gen V, Cobra Kai, Better Call Saul, The Last of Us, Outlander, For All Mankind, The Night Agent, Twisted Metal, The Wheel of Time, S.W.A.T., The Good Doctor, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, Shark Tank, American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance, 90 Day Fiancé, Octonauts, SuperKitties, and many more.

    Since joining SPE, Ahuja has also overseen SPE’s M&A activities, including the acquisitions of award-winning nonfiction entertainment company Industrial Media, leading UK production company Bad Wolf and VFX company, Pixomondo, as well as the sale of GSN Games to Scopely. 

    Prior to joining SPE, Ahuja was president of business Operations &  CFO of Walt Disney Television. Prior to that he was in positions of increasing authority, including CFO, at the Fox Networks group, and Virgin Entertainment group.

    “It is my privilege and honor to take the helm at SPE,” said Ahuja. “This is a special place — an iconic studio with an extraordinary 100-year history of storytelling. Thanks to Tony’s remarkable leadership, we have leading businesses with clear strategies and are set up for even greater success in the years to come. I am energized by the opportunities ahead and am lucky to work alongside thousands of talented colleagues around the world at SPE and at our Sony sister companies. I am grateful for Tony’s mentorship, guidance and friendship through the decades, and I thank Yoshida-san and Totoki-san for entrusting me with this important role.”

    Ahuja’s ascendancy to the top role at SPE comes at a time when there has been a change in leadership at Sony Pictures Networks India with NP Singh stepping down as CEO after a long successful stint and Star India executive Gaurav Banerjee taking up the role.

     

  • Producers Guild of India re-elects Shibasish Sarkar as president

    Producers Guild of India re-elects Shibasish Sarkar as president

    MUMBAI: When the Producers Guild of India met for its sixty ninth annual general meeting on 27 September, one of the jobs on hand was to elect a president for the coming year. And guess who did they turn to once again? The publicity shy and reticent Shibasish Sarkar who is also the group CEO of Reliance Entertainment. This will be his third consecutive term at the leadership role in the guild. 

    Other members who have been re-elected include Manish Goswami, Madhu Bhojwani, Aashish Singh, Dipti Kotak and Ankur Garg as vice presidents, along with Ashim Samanta and Fazila Allana as treasurers. 

    “I am honoured and humbled by the confidence my peers have reposed in me by re-electing me as president of the guild for the third year,” said Sarkar. “I look forward to our members’ continued counsel and support, which lies at the heart of all that the guild strives to achieve.”

    The guild is India’s leading organisation for  film, television and digital content, representing top producers. The body plays a key role in the development of entertainment production, and it works closely with stakeholders and the Indian government to address regulatory challenges, policy matters, copyright protection, taxation, and ease of filming, among other things. 

    Overall, its focus is more on Indian cinema as compared to the Indian Film & Television Producers Council which places a greater emphasis on television. The guild has Nitin Sethi as its CEO.

     

  • GMR Global set to acquire UK-based Hampshire Sport

    GMR Global set to acquire UK-based Hampshire Sport

    MUMBAI: This is one cross-border planned acquisition – and that too relating to the most important sport in India: cricket. GMR Global Pte Ltd (GGPL) has signed and exchanged definitive agreements with Hampshire Sport & Leisure Holdings Ltd (HS&LHL), owner of the Utilita Bowl site and Hampshire Cricket, marking the start of a significant strategic partnership.

    The agreement outlines the phased acquisition of HS&LHL’s entire issued share capital by GGPL, and an initial reduction of the former’s debt, setting the stage for long-term growth and financial sustainability.

    As part of the agreement, GGPL will initially acquire a majority stake in HSL&HL, with the completed acquisition of 100 per cent ownership expected within the next 24 months. This transaction represents GGPL’s broader vision of investing in global sports assets through its overseas platform under the GMR group.

    GGPL is part of the GMR group, a multi-diversified Indian conglomerate founded in 1978, headquartered in New Delhi, India, with a global presence. GMR group operates across various sectors, including infrastructure, airports, power, and sports, and has contributed towards corporate social responsibility through initiatives in rural development, education, health, and skill development.

    This acquisition is designed to strengthen HS&LHL’s financial position, including Hampshire Cricket, and will include a material injection of capital to reduce the leveraging of the group. 

    GGPL has committed to furthering the development of Hampshire’s cricket teams and pathways, as well as enhancing the multi-sports and leisure facilities at the Utilita Bowl, including the stadium, hotel, and golf course. The company has emphasised the importance of respecting the traditions and culture of the game in England and Wales.

    The principal terms and conditions of this agreement were formally agreed upon by the parties a year ago, with the enterprise value set at a fair market valuation. This valuation included all existing assets as well as providing incentives for HS&LHL shareholders by way of additional consideration for possible future assets.

    Under the new ownership structure, Hampshire’s existing leadership team will remain in place. Rod Bransgrove will continue as group chairman until at least 30 September 2026, and David Mann will retain his role as group CEO. Together, they will work with GGPL to develop short, medium, and long-term strategies for the consistent growth of the club and its operations.

    Both organisations view this acquisition as a landmark partnership, one that will drive the expansion of HS&LHL’s sports infrastructure and community engagement. The collaboration promises to bolster the relationship between India and the UK, while also enhancing opportunities for growth within Hampshire’s cricket community and beyond.

    In particular, the agreement provides an opportunity to execute the masterplan for the Utilita Bowl site development, leveraging GMR’s global expertise and manpower. The goal is to foster the growth of both brands while maintaining financial stability and a shared belief in mutual success.

    The GMR group, a leading global infrastructure company, has significantly impacted the sports industry. Established in 2008, the sports business of GMR launched the Delhi Daredevils, the first IPL franchise from India’s capital. Currently,  it holds a 50 per cent stake in the Delhi Capitals (IPL and WPL), the Dubai Capitals (ILT20) and the Pretoria Capitals (SA20). The sports division has expanded its portfolio to include franchises in the Pro Kabaddi League and Ultimate Kho Kho League, promoting indigenous sports in India. Additionally, the sports division of GMR has invested in the Seattle Orcas team in the US Major League Cricket.

  • ‘Shrimad Ramayan’ airs on Sony AATH from 30 September

    ‘Shrimad Ramayan’ airs on Sony AATH from 30 September

    Mumbai: Sony AATH will air ‘Shrimad Ramayan’ starting 30 September 2024, at 7:30 pm, with episodes every Monday to Friday. The epic chronicles the life and teachings of Lord Rama, continuing the channel’s tradition of presenting culturally rooted stories.

    ‘Shrimad Ramayan’ will unfold the story of the ultimate victory of good over evil. The show’s enduring charm lies in its ability to stir a range of emotions, from inspiration and admiration to empathy and compassion. Each episode will delve into the lessons of love, sacrifice, compassion, and determination, making the content deeply engaging and relevant for viewers of all ages.

    Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) business head, Hindi movies, English, Bengali, infotainment channels & CMO Tushar Shah: “We’re excited to bring the timeless epic of Shrimad Ramayan to our viewers on Sony AATH. With its powerful messages of love, righteousness, and perseverance, this iconic story will resonate across generations, leaving a lasting impression on audiences.”

  • Nippon TV appoints Satoru Hiramatsu as global content MD

    Nippon TV appoints Satoru Hiramatsu as global content MD

    Mumbai:  Nippon TV Japan’s leading multiplatform entertainment powerhouse, announced the appointment of Satoru Hiramatsu to the position of managing director of global ontent business. Hiramatsu, previously from Nippon TV’s linear and streaming programming division, will now report directly to Yuzo Kuwahara, operating officer and president of content business, and replaces Mikiko Nishiyama who is now executive advisor of global strategy headquarters.  

    In his new position, Hiramatsu will oversee the global content sales and promotion team that is responsible for the company’s success of its internationally acclaimed formats led by Dragons’ Den/Shark Tank, Old Enough! and Mother, and further expand Nippon TV’s presence in the industry.

    “Nippon TV is one of Japan’s leading content companies, with the longest history among private television networks and consistently earning the highest ratings in the country. Several of our formats, including Dragons’ Den/Shark Tank, Old Enough! and Mother, have already garnered international acclaim. However, Nippon TV still holds a wealth of equally creative formats and ideas that have yet to be fully introduced to the world,” commented Hiramatsu “My goal is to promote these new IP in a timely and compelling manner. I believe that the global content market is witnessing a rising wave of interest in Japanese-origin content, not only in anime but also in live-action formats. At Nippon TV, we aim to play a pivotal role in amplifying this wave by working closely with our global partners.”

    Hiramatsu began his career at Nippon TV’s news department, where he covered national and international news, including the September 11th terrorist attacks in the U.S. in 2001 and the East Japan earthquake and tsunami in 2011. He played a key role in the launch of News Zero, the most famous and popular nightly news program on the Japanese commercial network, which he produced and helped grow into the ongoing success it is today. After his time in the news, Hiramatsu transitioned to

    Nippon TV’s advertising sales division and content marketing division. Prior to this new position as managing director of global content business, he was responsible for determining Nippon TV’s broadcast schedule at the programming division, including the programming and launch of new programs.

  • Karan Veer Mehra wins COLORS’ ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi 14’

    Karan Veer Mehra wins COLORS’ ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi 14’

    Mumbai: COLORS’ ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’ has crowned Karan Veer Mehra as the ultimate khiladi of its fourteenth season, with Krishna Shroff and Gashmeer Mahajani as the first and second runners-up, respectively. This season, hosted by Rohit Shetty, took place in Romania, marking the show’s debut in the country. Over nine weeks, viewers experienced a range of never-before-seen stunts, including sky-high plunges, underwater challenges, and contestants facing a bear for the first time. The season was presented by Hyundai, powered by Charged, with special partners Indica Easy Hair Color, Vicks, and Berger Paints.

    Karan’s journey highlighted his courage and composure under pressure as he tackled extreme heights and intense obstacles. He impressed viewers and earned the respect of his fellow contestants through sportsmanship and encouragement. Rohit Shetty frequently praised Karan for his tenacity and strategy. Karan not only walked away as the ultimate khiladi of the season but also captured the hearts of millions with his perseverance.

    Commenting on the season and Karan’s victory, Rohit Shetty said, “What a rollercoaster ride this season has been! Romania threw everything it had at us, and our amazing group of contestants performed very challenging stunts with a smile. It is beyond commendable that Karan Veer Mehra almost never lost his footing as he faced never-seen-before challenges. Congratulations to him for winning this game-changing edition and writing his own story of courage. I thank the viewers for showering their love on the show and cementing its place among the top reality shows year after year.”

    Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India group chief operating officer, Rishi Negi said, “As we wrap up the 14th season of ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’, we at Endemol Shine India are proud to have made a quantum leap into uncharted territories of fear. Congratulations to the well-deserved winner Karan Veer Mehra, who overcame the new challenges curated especially for this edition. This season, we set out to rewrite the rulebook of reality television, and going by the audience’s love, we’ve succeeded undoubtedly. It was thrilling for us to put together a season that marked so many firsts. None of this would have been possible without the support of COLORS, ensuring that the heart-racing action of ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi 14’ reached every corner of the nation.”

    Talking about his victory, Mehra said, “Exploring the world of reality television with COLORS has been an exciting and life-changing journey. I can’t even begin to put into words the surreal feeling of achieving something I once thought was impossible. Winning this season was unthinkable without the guidance of the one and only action king, Rohit Shetty sir. My fellow contestants weren’t just competitors, they were comrades in this battle against fear and some of them have become my friends. The real heroes of my journey are the viewers, who loved and supported me. This victory is not just mine—it belongs to everyone who stood by me.”

    As the grand finale unfolded, Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina took center stage, celebrating the season’s end while promoting their upcoming film, ‘Jigra.’ In a fun twist, they challenged Rohit Shetty to a humorous task, where he sat through a video montage that humorously poked fun at Shalin Bhanot. The audience laughed as Rohit mimicked Shalin’s iconic walk with perfect timing.

    The finale also featured Shalin Bhanot and Gashmeer Mahajani performing “Aaj Ki Raat,” highlighting their chemistry. Alia auditioned for Rohit Shetty’s cop universe, portraying a fierce Sherni Cop, delivering a memorable lesson to a group of kidnappers who abducted her on-screen brother, Vedang. Additionally, a lucky commoner lived out their Khiladi dream as the Hyundai Drive to Win finalist, performing a thrilling stunt alongside Karan Veer Mehra. The event concluded with an exciting sneak peek of Bigg Boss 18, featuring the new theme, “Time Ka Tandav,” generating buzz for what’s next.

  • Change in independent directors at Sun TV

    Change in independent directors at Sun TV

    MUMBAI: The sun has set for certain independent directors at Sun TV.

    Nicholas Martin Paul, Mandalapu Krishna Harinarayan, and Ranganathan Ravi Venkatesh ceased to be directors as of the end of yesterday (25 September 2024) on completion of their respective second terms as independent directors.

    It may be recalled that Sun TV notched up a standalone revenue of Rs 4,630.19 crore in the year ended 31 March 2024 as compared to Rs 4,023.40 crore in previous corresponding year. Profit after tax was Rs. 1,875.15 crore as against Rs. 1,674.53 crores in the previous year.
     

  • Applause & SonyLiv show among finalists of The International Format Awards

    Applause & SonyLiv show among finalists of The International Format Awards

    MUMBAI: There’s good news for Applause Entertainment, Madiba Entertainment and SonyLiv. The trio’s production Kafas, Dark Money India has been shortlisted amongst the finalists in the best scripted format category of The International Format Awards 2024. The awards are a coproduction between C21Media, FRAPA, the Entertainment Masterclass and Mipcom.

    Kafas is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language drama series helmed by Sahil Sangha, starring Sharman Joshi, Mona Singh, Mikhail Gandhi, Tejasvi Singh Ahlawat, and Vivan Bathena. The show was produced by Applause along with Madiba Entertainment and is an official adaptation of the 2019  British mini-series Dark Money.  

    The finalists were arrived at through an online voting process by a panel of the world’s leading format commissioners, buyers and producers.

    The Applause and SonyLiv show has fierce competition in this category with the finalists being as follows:

    Lunch Box
    Produced by: S Productions
    For: BEIN Drama, TOD, Al Nahar, SBC, Fujairah TV
    Distributed by: NBCUniversal Formats

    Kafas, Dark Money India
    Produced by: Applause Entertainment in association with Madiba Entertainment. Original format by The Forge.
    For: Sony LIV
    Distributed by: All3Media International

    NCIS: Sydney
    Produced by: Endemol Shine Australia
    For: CBS Studios, Paramount Australia
    Distributed by: Paramount Global Content Distribution
     

    Riviere Perdue
    Produced by: Terence Films, Gétévé Productions
    For: TF1
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment
     

    Second Chance, Thailand
    Produced by: One 31
    For: One 31 HD
    Distributed by: NBCUniversal Formats
     

    Suits Mongolia
    Produced by: Mongol TV
    For: Mongol TV
    Distributed by: NBCUniversal Format

    Kafas, Dark Money recently won the best TV adaptation (Scripted) Asia award at the Content Asia Awards.

    Sadly, apart from this one show there are no other Indian programmes in the final lists in the various award categories like best brand driven format, best competition reality format, best comedy format, best factual entertainment format, best multi-platform format, best studio -based game show format, best returning format, best reality format, and best host of a format. Most of these categories have shows from Europe, the US, Australia, dominating the finalists’ lists.

    The finalists, according to C21 Media, are as follows:

    BEST BRAND-DRIVEN FORMAT

    Big Brother – Knossi Edition
    Produced by: Endemol Shine Germany, Banijay Media Germany
    For: TheRealKnossi Twitch channel
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    Le grand chantier Rona (Rona’s Build It to Win It)
    Produced by: Zone3
    For: Noovo
    Distributed by: Zone3 International

    HairStyle
    Produced by: Shine Iberia (Banijay Group)
    For: Discovery-Rakuten
    Distributed by: Shine Iberia (Banijay Group)

    Poker Society
    Produced by: Dreamspark
    For: Winamax YouTube channel
    Distributed by: Dreamspark

    Scarman
    Produced by: Heroes Formats
    For: Megogo
    Distributed by: Megogo

    BEST COMPETITION REALITY FORMAT

    Deal or No Deal Island
    Produced by: Endemol Shine North America
    For: NBC
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    Double the Money
    Produced by: South Shore Productions
    For: Channel 4
    Distributed by: ITV Studios

    Squid Game: The Challenge
    Produced by: Studio Lambert, The Garden
    For: Netflix
    Distributed by: Netflix

    The Fortune Hotel
    Produced by: Tuesday’s Child
    For: ITV1
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    The GOAT
    Produced by: Propagate Content, The Year of Elan Production, Piece of Work, Amazon MGM Studios
    For: Amazon Freevee
    Distributed by: MGM, Propagate Content

    The Power
    Produced by: Studio 89 and Dreamspark
    For: W9
    Distributed by: M6 Formats

    BEST COMEDY FORMAT

    After Midnight
    Produced by: CBS Studios with Stephen Colbert’s Spartina Industries, Funny Or Die
    For: CBS
    Distributed by: Paramount Global Content Distribution

    Comedy Match
    Produced by: Banijay Italia
    For: Discovery+ (VoD),Nove (linear)
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    Freeze: Portugal
    Produced by: Fremantle
    For: TVI
    Distributed by: Fremantle

    Last One Laughing: Colombia
    Produced by: Banijay Mexico and US Hispanic
    For: Amazon Prime Video
    Distributed by: Amazon Prime Video

    No Strings Attached
    Produced by: Cuarzo Producciones
    For: Atres Premium Player
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    Roast on the Coast
    Produced by: Metronome Denmark
    For: Amazon Prime Video
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    BEST FACTUAL ENTERTAINMENT FORMAT

    Banged Up
    Produced by: Shine TV
    For: Channel 4
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    How to Be Old
    Produced by: Woestijnvis
    For: Play 4, GoPlay
    Distributed by: Primitives

    I Was Actually There
    Produced by: Docker Media
    For: ABC (Australia)
    Distributed by: ABC Commercial

    Living Library
    Produced by: Mediawan Skyhigh
    For: NPO Zapp
    Distributed by: Mediawan Rights

    Maggie Beer’s Big Mission
    Produced by: Artemis Media
    For: ABC (Australia)
    Distributed by: ABC Commercial

    The Jury: Murder Trial
    Produced by: ScreenDog Productions
    For: Channel 4
    Distributed by: Blue Ant Media

    BEST MULTI-PLATFORM FORMAT

    Big Brother – Knossi Edition
    Produced by: Endemol Shine Germany, Banijay Media Germany, Rainer Laux Productions
    For: TheRealKnossi Twitch channel
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    Itsatsita
    Produced by: Pausoka
    For: Instagram/TikTok
    Distributed by: EITB Media

    Meta Love
    Produced by: TV Asahi corporation
    For: TV Asahi corporation
    Distributed by: TV Asahi corporation

    Tu Cumpleaños Vale (Your Birthday Matters)
    Produced by: Infiniito. Created by Degoas
    For: Latina Televisión (Perú)
    Distributed by: Murga

    BEST STUDIO-BASED GAMESHOW FORMAT

    Gone Producer
    Produced by: Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation
    For: Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation
    Distributed by: Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation

    Lovers or Liars?
    Produced by: TBS Japan, North One Television
    For: TBS Japan
    Distributed by: All3Media International

    Mental Masters
    Produced by: Warner Bros. International Television Production Spain
    For: Telecinco (Mediaset España)
    Distributed by: Warner Bros. International Television Production

    Raid the Cage, US
    Produced by: Sony Pictures Television, United Studios, Two Shakes Entertainment
    For: CBS
    Distributed by: Sony Pictures Television

    Drei gegen Einen: Die Show der Champions (Three are the Champions)
    Produced by: Endemol Shine Germany
    For: RTL
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    Upside Down
    Produced by: Endemol Shine Nederland
    For: Videoland
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    BEST RETURNING FORMAT

    Married at First Sight, Australia
    Produced by: Endemol Shine Australia
    For: Nine Network
    Distributed by: Seven.One Studios International

    The 1% Club
    Produced by: Magnum Media
    For: ITV1
    Distributed by: BBC Studios

    The Great Bake Off
    Produced by: Love Productions
    For: Channel 4
    Distributed by: BBC Studios

    The Mole
    Produced by: Eureka Productions
    For: Netflix
    Distributed by: Primitives

    The Summit
    Produced by: Endemol Shine Australia
    For: Nine Network
    Distributed by: Banijay Entertainment

    The Traitors (UK)
    Produced by: Studio Lambert. Original format by IDTV and RTL
    For: BBC One
    Distributed by: All3Media International

    BEST REALITY FORMAT

    I Kissed a Girl
    Produced by: Twofour
    For: BBC Three
    Distributed by: ITV Studios

    Amore Alla Prova – La Crisi Del Settimo Anno (Seven Year Switch, Italy)
    Produced by: Banijay Italia
    For: Discovery+/Realtime
    Distributed by: A+E Media Group

    Temptation Island México
    Produced by: Banijay Mexico and US Hispanic
    For: Amazon Prime Video
    Distributed by: Amazon Prime Video

    The Assembly
    Produced by: Bargoens
    For: VTM
    Distributed by: Be-Entertainment

    The Expedition: Greenland
    Produced by: Roses are Blue
    For: Play4
    Distributed by: Primitives

    The Underdog: Josh Must Win
    Produced by: Primal Media, part of STV Studios
    For: E4
    Distributed by: All3Media International

    BEST HOST OF A FORMAT

    Alan Cumming (The Traitors US)
    Produced by: Studio Lambert. Original format by IDTV and RTL
    For: Peacock
    Distributed by: All3Media International

    Big Zuu (Big Zuu’s 12 Dishes in 12 Hours)
    Produced by: Twofour, Big Productions
    For: ITV1
    Distributed by: ITV Studios

    Jimmy Kimmel (Who Wants to be a Millionaire? US)
    Produced by: Sony Pictures Television’s Embassy Row, Kimmelot
    For: ABC (US)
    Distributed by: Sony Pictures Television

    Maggie Beer (Maggie Beer’s Big Mission)
    Produced by: Artemis Media
    For: ABC (Australia)
    Distributed by: ABC Commercial

    Stephen Fry (Jeopardy UK)
    Produced by: Whisper North
    For: ITV
    Distributed by: Paramount Global Content Distribution

    Valerio Lundini (The Fixer)
    Produced by: Rai, Stand By Me
    For: RaiPlay
    Distributed by: Stand By Me

    The awards are to be presented between 17.00 and 19.00 on Sunday 20 October  at ClubC21 on the beach in Cannes.

    Banijay Rights CEO Cathy Payne is to be presented with the 2024 International Formats business gold award during the ceremony.