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  • National Geographic’s ‘BSF: India’s First Line of Defence’ highest rated show

    National Geographic’s ‘BSF: India’s First Line of Defence’ highest rated show

    MUMBAI: National Geographic Channel’s exclusive documentary, BSF: India’s First Line of Defence launched as the top-rated show in the week of its premiere. It is the highest rated show of the genre in the television universe (4+ All India) with 812 TVT, which is 22 per cent more viewership than the genre’s next rated show. With its spectacular visuals and moving storytelling, the documentary also appealed to premium audiences, retaining the #1 slot in Infotainment’s core TG (9 -40 A).

     The documentary salutes the spirit and never say die attitude of our soldiers. It brought viewers closer to the unflinching soldiers guarding the nation’s frontline. Even before the premiere, the appeal of the documentary insured that the digital promotions of the show engaged more than 2.2 mil users (reaching more than 20 mil users in total).  With the massive support that the campaign was getting, Nat Geo also created an online platform that enabled users to send messages to soldiers at the border.

     Fox Networks Group business head India Swati Mohan said, “The response to our documentary on the BSF has been overwhelming. We thank the Border Security Force for the all the support, and for making the entire production process an enriching experience for us. The film was an ode to the unsung heroes that guard our borders and it was made to instil a sense of pride in every Indian. The ratings are not only a testimony of the quality of production, but also the love and respect the country has for its real heroes. The appreciation we have received for this documentary reassures us on our commitment to bring to viewers extraordinary and path breaking documentaries that reiterate Nat Geo’s gold standards of iconic and visually stunning story-telling.”

  • National Geographic’s ‘BSF: India’s First Line of Defence’ highest rated show

    National Geographic’s ‘BSF: India’s First Line of Defence’ highest rated show

    MUMBAI: National Geographic Channel’s exclusive documentary, BSF: India’s First Line of Defence launched as the top-rated show in the week of its premiere. It is the highest rated show of the genre in the television universe (4+ All India) with 812 TVT, which is 22 per cent more viewership than the genre’s next rated show. With its spectacular visuals and moving storytelling, the documentary also appealed to premium audiences, retaining the #1 slot in Infotainment’s core TG (9 -40 A).

     The documentary salutes the spirit and never say die attitude of our soldiers. It brought viewers closer to the unflinching soldiers guarding the nation’s frontline. Even before the premiere, the appeal of the documentary insured that the digital promotions of the show engaged more than 2.2 mil users (reaching more than 20 mil users in total).  With the massive support that the campaign was getting, Nat Geo also created an online platform that enabled users to send messages to soldiers at the border.

     Fox Networks Group business head India Swati Mohan said, “The response to our documentary on the BSF has been overwhelming. We thank the Border Security Force for the all the support, and for making the entire production process an enriching experience for us. The film was an ode to the unsung heroes that guard our borders and it was made to instil a sense of pride in every Indian. The ratings are not only a testimony of the quality of production, but also the love and respect the country has for its real heroes. The appreciation we have received for this documentary reassures us on our commitment to bring to viewers extraordinary and path breaking documentaries that reiterate Nat Geo’s gold standards of iconic and visually stunning story-telling.”

  • FX HD now available to Airtel DTH customers

    FX HD now available to Airtel DTH customers

    MUMBAI: FX HD, India’s exclusive high definition destination for edgy and fast paced shows is the one stop shop for some of the best dramas, thrillers and comical shows.

    The channel that was recently launched in September of 2015 was earlier exclusively available to Tata Sky customers. From 31 January onwards, the channel is now also available on Airtel DTH.

    The expansion of FX HD’s audience base perfectly coincides with the launch of some popular audience favorite shows like Mad Men, House M.D., Scare Tactics among others on the channel. Moreover, the channel is also home to some of the most famous, award-winning shows of global television such as Empire, American Horror Story series, The Affair, Doctor Who and Louie.

    The channel will also soon be premiering Wayward Pines and Minority Report.

    FX HD went LIVE on 31, January 2016 across the Airtel DTH platform and is available on channel no. 153.

  • FX HD now available to Airtel DTH customers

    FX HD now available to Airtel DTH customers

    MUMBAI: FX HD, India’s exclusive high definition destination for edgy and fast paced shows is the one stop shop for some of the best dramas, thrillers and comical shows.

    The channel that was recently launched in September of 2015 was earlier exclusively available to Tata Sky customers. From 31 January onwards, the channel is now also available on Airtel DTH.

    The expansion of FX HD’s audience base perfectly coincides with the launch of some popular audience favorite shows like Mad Men, House M.D., Scare Tactics among others on the channel. Moreover, the channel is also home to some of the most famous, award-winning shows of global television such as Empire, American Horror Story series, The Affair, Doctor Who and Louie.

    The channel will also soon be premiering Wayward Pines and Minority Report.

    FX HD went LIVE on 31, January 2016 across the Airtel DTH platform and is available on channel no. 153.

  • TLC presents the ultimate food hunt in a new series ‘Man Finds Food’

    TLC presents the ultimate food hunt in a new series ‘Man Finds Food’

    MUMBAI: Going to a restaurant and ordering what is on the menu is passé! People in India and across the world are increasingly looking for newer, more exciting food experiences and are willing to go to great lengths to find that perfect burger, pizza or golgappa!

    TLC is a pioneer in presenting the finest lifestyle programming and ushering new trends on television ranging from travel, cuisine to makeover. Capturing the growing interest amongst Indians to discover offbeat food, TLC will premiere an appetizing new series – Man Finds Food, with renowned host Adam Richman. In the series, Adam sets off on the ultimate hunt to uncover hidden food treasures across America. Man Finds Food will premiere on 8th February and will air Monday to Thursday at 8:30 PM only on TLC.

    Man Finds Food will follow Adam Richman on his crisscrossing ride across the country to find the undiscovered delicacies in America. Occasionally nestled in locations that are nearly impossible to find, Adam and his crew will hunt down and reveal these classified creations one by one. From a ‘life-changing’ burger in LA to the best south Asian cuisine in the American Midwest, Adam and his crew traverse the length and breadth of America to find the perfect culinary creations.

    Rahul Johri, EVP and GM, South Asia, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific, said “TLC is a pioneer in presenting the best of lifestyle stories around the world from the finest travel experiences to the most bizarre cuisines.”

    In MAN FINDS FOOD, Adam scours restaurants across the US to uncover off-beat food items that only those in-the-know are able to find. With constant surprises and delicious treats in every corner of the country, this series will satisfy the taste buds of the most demanding foodie.

    Along the way, Adam talks to the creators of these dishes and connects with the locals to find out about their favourite food joints and other scrumptious secrets the towns might be harboring.

    Tune in to MAN FINDS FOOD as each episode builds up to reveal the most outlandish, delicious, off-the-menu creations, only on TLC

  • TLC presents the ultimate food hunt in a new series ‘Man Finds Food’

    TLC presents the ultimate food hunt in a new series ‘Man Finds Food’

    MUMBAI: Going to a restaurant and ordering what is on the menu is passé! People in India and across the world are increasingly looking for newer, more exciting food experiences and are willing to go to great lengths to find that perfect burger, pizza or golgappa!

    TLC is a pioneer in presenting the finest lifestyle programming and ushering new trends on television ranging from travel, cuisine to makeover. Capturing the growing interest amongst Indians to discover offbeat food, TLC will premiere an appetizing new series – Man Finds Food, with renowned host Adam Richman. In the series, Adam sets off on the ultimate hunt to uncover hidden food treasures across America. Man Finds Food will premiere on 8th February and will air Monday to Thursday at 8:30 PM only on TLC.

    Man Finds Food will follow Adam Richman on his crisscrossing ride across the country to find the undiscovered delicacies in America. Occasionally nestled in locations that are nearly impossible to find, Adam and his crew will hunt down and reveal these classified creations one by one. From a ‘life-changing’ burger in LA to the best south Asian cuisine in the American Midwest, Adam and his crew traverse the length and breadth of America to find the perfect culinary creations.

    Rahul Johri, EVP and GM, South Asia, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific, said “TLC is a pioneer in presenting the best of lifestyle stories around the world from the finest travel experiences to the most bizarre cuisines.”

    In MAN FINDS FOOD, Adam scours restaurants across the US to uncover off-beat food items that only those in-the-know are able to find. With constant surprises and delicious treats in every corner of the country, this series will satisfy the taste buds of the most demanding foodie.

    Along the way, Adam talks to the creators of these dishes and connects with the locals to find out about their favourite food joints and other scrumptious secrets the towns might be harboring.

    Tune in to MAN FINDS FOOD as each episode builds up to reveal the most outlandish, delicious, off-the-menu creations, only on TLC

  • Zee Studio lines-up romantic fare for February

    Zee Studio lines-up romantic fare for February

    MUMBAI: This the month of romance and Zee Studio is all set to enthral viewers by introducing ‘Valentine Playbook’ with a host of romantic films.

    The line-up includes movies like Pretty Woman, Sweet Home Alabama, When In Rome, How To Loose A Guy In 10 Days, Love Is All You Need, A Little Bit Of Heaven and The Bounty Hunter.

    The initiative will start from 8 February and end on Valentine’s Day – 14 February, 2016. 

    Zee Studio will also hold the exclusive Indian Television premiere of the movie Stranded on 13 February at 9 pm. The plot of the movie revolves around Col. Gerard Brauchman, Dr. Lance Krauss, Ava Cameron and Bruce Johns getting stranded on a lunar mining base and attempt to survive from an infection that leads to paranoia, fear and death.

    Saving Mr. Banks, will see its broadcast on 28 February at 9 pm followed by blockbuster movies like Thor 2 and Storm Warriors.

  • Zee Studio lines-up romantic fare for February

    Zee Studio lines-up romantic fare for February

    MUMBAI: This the month of romance and Zee Studio is all set to enthral viewers by introducing ‘Valentine Playbook’ with a host of romantic films.

    The line-up includes movies like Pretty Woman, Sweet Home Alabama, When In Rome, How To Loose A Guy In 10 Days, Love Is All You Need, A Little Bit Of Heaven and The Bounty Hunter.

    The initiative will start from 8 February and end on Valentine’s Day – 14 February, 2016. 

    Zee Studio will also hold the exclusive Indian Television premiere of the movie Stranded on 13 February at 9 pm. The plot of the movie revolves around Col. Gerard Brauchman, Dr. Lance Krauss, Ava Cameron and Bruce Johns getting stranded on a lunar mining base and attempt to survive from an infection that leads to paranoia, fear and death.

    Saving Mr. Banks, will see its broadcast on 28 February at 9 pm followed by blockbuster movies like Thor 2 and Storm Warriors.

  • 21st Century Fox eyes $250 million cost cut via staff buyouts

    21st Century Fox eyes $250 million cost cut via staff buyouts

    MUMBAI: The Rupert Murdoch owned 21st Century Fox is looking at reducing costs by approximately $25 million in the 2017 fiscal by offering enhanced benefit packages to employees of its film (Twentieth Century Fox Film) and TV networks (Fox Networks Group) divisions if they resign voluntarily.

    In an internal email memo, Fox Networks Group chairman and CEO Peter Rice said, “Our industry is changing rapidly, presenting new challenges and even more opportunities at every turn. For a company that has always embraced change and innovation, these are exciting times. To ensure we make the most of this new world, we need to adjust, adapt, and organize for the future. With this in mind, through the remainder of this fiscal year, we will be undertaking some structural changes, increasing investment in some parts of the company while making cost reductions in other areas.”

    “As the next step in this reorganization, colleagues who fit a specific set of criteria will be offered a generous benefit package if they decide to voluntarily resign from the company, effective May 23, 2016. Colleagues who are eligible for this offer will receive a confidential email in the next few hours with specific terms and benefits. Again, the program is completely voluntary,” Rice added.

    Twentieth Century Fox Film chairman and CEO Jim Gianopulos wrote in his memo, “As we all know, the film industry is facing many significant changes, and we are no exception. While we continue to succeed on many fronts, such as garnering an extraordinary 30 Academy Awards nominations and; last year, setting an all-time industry box office record, we must be cognizant of the industry’s transformation and position ourselves to continue our success in this new environment. To that end, we are reviewing our organizational structure and looking at potential cost reductions to position us for sustained future growth.”

    “This comes at a time that is both exciting and challenging for the company. We are the best at what we do and will continue to excel, but we also have to be fearless about transforming, and embrace both change and opportunity. If we structure our organization for the media world ahead of us, we will continue to thrive and make 20th Century Fox a stronger and more agile company going forward,” Gianopulos added.

  • 21st Century Fox eyes $250 million cost cut via staff buyouts

    21st Century Fox eyes $250 million cost cut via staff buyouts

    MUMBAI: The Rupert Murdoch owned 21st Century Fox is looking at reducing costs by approximately $25 million in the 2017 fiscal by offering enhanced benefit packages to employees of its film (Twentieth Century Fox Film) and TV networks (Fox Networks Group) divisions if they resign voluntarily.

    In an internal email memo, Fox Networks Group chairman and CEO Peter Rice said, “Our industry is changing rapidly, presenting new challenges and even more opportunities at every turn. For a company that has always embraced change and innovation, these are exciting times. To ensure we make the most of this new world, we need to adjust, adapt, and organize for the future. With this in mind, through the remainder of this fiscal year, we will be undertaking some structural changes, increasing investment in some parts of the company while making cost reductions in other areas.”

    “As the next step in this reorganization, colleagues who fit a specific set of criteria will be offered a generous benefit package if they decide to voluntarily resign from the company, effective May 23, 2016. Colleagues who are eligible for this offer will receive a confidential email in the next few hours with specific terms and benefits. Again, the program is completely voluntary,” Rice added.

    Twentieth Century Fox Film chairman and CEO Jim Gianopulos wrote in his memo, “As we all know, the film industry is facing many significant changes, and we are no exception. While we continue to succeed on many fronts, such as garnering an extraordinary 30 Academy Awards nominations and; last year, setting an all-time industry box office record, we must be cognizant of the industry’s transformation and position ourselves to continue our success in this new environment. To that end, we are reviewing our organizational structure and looking at potential cost reductions to position us for sustained future growth.”

    “This comes at a time that is both exciting and challenging for the company. We are the best at what we do and will continue to excel, but we also have to be fearless about transforming, and embrace both change and opportunity. If we structure our organization for the media world ahead of us, we will continue to thrive and make 20th Century Fox a stronger and more agile company going forward,” Gianopulos added.