Category: English Entertainment

Colors Infinity to air memorable biopics & notable docus

MUMBAI: With the New Year rolling on with a new start, Colors Infinity takes the viewers on a journey to relive the past. Starting 27 January, the channel brings to its viewers an all-new line up of memorable biopics and notable documentaries along with exciting TV series.

With a view to increase the viewership base, the channel introduces an all-new programming lineup with Live The Story. The channel brings forth an exciting lineup of memorable biopics and documentaries of legends that have left their mark in the world. Premiering 28 January every Saturday at 9 pm, Live The Story will give viewers a chance to watch moments in history that went behind making remarkable legends, such as, Nelson Mandela, Muhammad Ali, Freddy Heineken, John F. Kennedy, and eye opening documentaries like Bully, Arctic Tales, The Way Steve Jobs changed the World to name a few.

“We are consistently trying to introduce interesting & disruptive content for the loyal viewers of Colors Infinity. While we continue showcasing the best of English Entertainment to our viewers, we are starting 2017 little differently with a weekly biopic – ‘Live The Story’. Committed to showcase engaging content, we are certain that the viewers will welcome the new addition to our line-up,” said Viacom18 English Entertainment programming head Hashim D’Souza.

The channel will be showcasing classic biopics such as Ali, Mandela, Kidnapping Mr. Heineken, The Aviator, etc starting 28 January, every Saturday at 8 pm.

Alongside the new programming, Colors Infinity also adds two new shows to its power-packed lineup. A dark, twisted take on Archie’s comics, Riverdale gives viewers a chance to re-live the story of their favorite comic characters- Archie and the Gang. Starting 27 January, the instant premiere of Riverdale will reveal a different side of the gang when they are caught amidst a murder scandal in their city.

Based on the bestselling Girlfriend’s Guides, executive producer Vicki Lovine’s drama series Girlfriends Guide to Divorce showcases the life of Abby McCarthy, a best-selling guidebook author who, against her own advice, ends up getting a divorce. The girl-power series premieres in India on Colors Infinity, starting 1 February at 10 pm.

New Programming on Colors Infinity:

January 24, 2017
Colors Infinity to air memorable biopics & notable docus

MUMBAI: With the New Year rolling on with a new start, Colors Infinity takes the viewers on a journey to relive the past. Starting 27 January, the channel brings to its viewers an all-new line up of memorable biopics and notable documentaries along with exciting TV series.

With a view to increase the viewership base, the channel introduces an all-new programming lineup with Live The Story. The channel brings forth an exciting lineup of memorable biopics and documentaries of legends that have left their mark in the world. Premiering 28 January every Saturday at 9 pm, Live The Story will give viewers a chance to watch moments in history that went behind making remarkable legends, such as, Nelson Mandela, Muhammad Ali, Freddy Heineken, John F. Kennedy, and eye opening documentaries like Bully, Arctic Tales, The Way Steve Jobs changed the World to name a few.

“We are consistently trying to introduce interesting & disruptive content for the loyal viewers of Colors Infinity. While we continue showcasing the best of English Entertainment to our viewers, we are starting 2017 little differently with a weekly biopic – ‘Live The Story’. Committed to showcase engaging content, we are certain that the viewers will welcome the new addition to our line-up,” said Viacom18 English Entertainment programming head Hashim D’Souza.

The channel will be showcasing classic biopics such as Ali, Mandela, Kidnapping Mr. Heineken, The Aviator, etc starting 28 January, every Saturday at 8 pm.

Alongside the new programming, Colors Infinity also adds two new shows to its power-packed lineup. A dark, twisted take on Archie’s comics, Riverdale gives viewers a chance to re-live the story of their favorite comic characters- Archie and the Gang. Starting 27 January, the instant premiere of Riverdale will reveal a different side of the gang when they are caught amidst a murder scandal in their city.

Based on the bestselling Girlfriend’s Guides, executive producer Vicki Lovine’s drama series Girlfriends Guide to Divorce showcases the life of Abby McCarthy, a best-selling guidebook author who, against her own advice, ends up getting a divorce. The girl-power series premieres in India on Colors Infinity, starting 1 February at 10 pm.

New Programming on Colors Infinity:

January 24, 2017
Fifth milestone: Comedy Central with 67 mn viewership observes 10 pc FCT growth

MUMBAI: Comedy Central launched in India on 23 January 2012 and has grown to be a famous English entertainment channel and a multi-platform brand offering best ever consumer products and on-ground events such as the Chuckle Festival. The channel has today become one of the most preferred channels for advertisers, across automobiles, e-commerce, FMCG and electronics categories. By providing quality television content from four of the biggest studios- NBCUniversal, Warner Bros, Sony Picture & CBS, Comedy Central enjoys a viewership of over 67 million and claims to be number one on social media platforms in its genre. The channel’s FCT has grew by 10 per cent in the financial year 2017.

Giving a High5 to all its fans on its fifth anniversary, Comedy Central is all set to celebrate in style. With something for everyone, such as a pro-social campaign Comedy Central Spread the Cheer, a unique initiative to spread happiness in places you least expect, exclusive collection of South Park merchandise for die-hard fans and a world preview of the latest season of Suits for its viewers – along with a host of other exciting activities on offer!

“When we launched Comedy Central five years ago, we were entering into completely virgin territory. Seeing how the channel has now grown to become the country’s No. 1 English Entertainment channel and a multi-platform brand is proof that quality entertainment will always be appreciated – and I’m not just talking about the viewers who keep coming back for more but also the advertisers who keep believing in us. Staying true to our commitment this year, we plan to focus on bringing the latest seasons of our popular shows and spreading cheer with our initiatives,” said Viacom18 head youth and English Entertainment cluster Ferzad Palia.

In the second edition of Comedy Central Spread the Cheer, Comedy Central aims to take its signature brand of happiness to the differently-abled, through a special combination of on-air programming and off-air initiatives. In partnership with The Rotary Club, Comedy Central will upgrade the education infrastructure for the visually-impaired in 3 schools – Hellen Keller Institute, Victoria Memorial School for the Blind and NAB Centre. This initiative will empower over 500 visually-impaired youth every year, making them employable under the Government’s quota for the differently-abled.

The channel has partnered with well-known brands like Costa Coffee, Gold’s Gym, Mad Over Donuts, Kidzania and Radio One to roll out special initiatives for the differently-abled across more than 100 outlets and help spread awareness. The channel has also partnered with Give India, enabling the viewers to join the movement and contribute in their own way. As a special gesture, the channel will also be taking 100 differently-abled kids to spend a day at KidZania, Delhi.

Viacom 18 is all set to make Vh1 Supersonic India’s first ever fully accessible music festival through its college-connect program, some reputed educational institutes will also upgrade their infrastructure and conduct workshops. The channel is also exploring ways to showcase the achievements of differently-abled sportsmen and other achievers, through radio and social media, to encourage the community.

Comedy Central fans will also get a chance to attend a Before The World premiere party for the post season-break episode of one of Comedy Central’s most popular shows, Suits season 6, in Mumbai and Delhi at Summerhouse Café and Monkey Bar at Bangalore on 25 January.

On digital media, Comedy Central will host an epic boomerang video contest, where viewers can show off their moves with a 5-step dance, to celebrate the channel’s birthday and win exclusive official merchandise.

All this over and above Comedy Central’s fabulous Birthday programming, including the best episodes of its five most beloved shows – Penn & Teller: Fool Us! In Vegas, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Citizen Khan, Mom, Whose Line Is It Anyway? from Monday to Friday at 8 pm. On Sundays, treat yourself to a 10-hour marathon of Impractical Jokers and F.R.I.E.N.D.S. (all 10 seasons).

January 24, 2017
Fifth milestone: Comedy Central with 67 mn viewership observes 10 pc FCT growth

MUMBAI: Comedy Central launched in India on 23 January 2012 and has grown to be a famous English entertainment channel and a multi-platform brand offering best ever consumer products and on-ground events such as the Chuckle Festival. The channel has today become one of the most preferred channels for advertisers, across automobiles, e-commerce, FMCG and electronics categories. By providing quality television content from four of the biggest studios- NBCUniversal, Warner Bros, Sony Picture & CBS, Comedy Central enjoys a viewership of over 67 million and claims to be number one on social media platforms in its genre. The channel’s FCT has grew by 10 per cent in the financial year 2017.

Giving a High5 to all its fans on its fifth anniversary, Comedy Central is all set to celebrate in style. With something for everyone, such as a pro-social campaign Comedy Central Spread the Cheer, a unique initiative to spread happiness in places you least expect, exclusive collection of South Park merchandise for die-hard fans and a world preview of the latest season of Suits for its viewers – along with a host of other exciting activities on offer!

“When we launched Comedy Central five years ago, we were entering into completely virgin territory. Seeing how the channel has now grown to become the country’s No. 1 English Entertainment channel and a multi-platform brand is proof that quality entertainment will always be appreciated – and I’m not just talking about the viewers who keep coming back for more but also the advertisers who keep believing in us. Staying true to our commitment this year, we plan to focus on bringing the latest seasons of our popular shows and spreading cheer with our initiatives,” said Viacom18 head youth and English Entertainment cluster Ferzad Palia.

In the second edition of Comedy Central Spread the Cheer, Comedy Central aims to take its signature brand of happiness to the differently-abled, through a special combination of on-air programming and off-air initiatives. In partnership with The Rotary Club, Comedy Central will upgrade the education infrastructure for the visually-impaired in 3 schools – Hellen Keller Institute, Victoria Memorial School for the Blind and NAB Centre. This initiative will empower over 500 visually-impaired youth every year, making them employable under the Government’s quota for the differently-abled.

The channel has partnered with well-known brands like Costa Coffee, Gold’s Gym, Mad Over Donuts, Kidzania and Radio One to roll out special initiatives for the differently-abled across more than 100 outlets and help spread awareness. The channel has also partnered with Give India, enabling the viewers to join the movement and contribute in their own way. As a special gesture, the channel will also be taking 100 differently-abled kids to spend a day at KidZania, Delhi.

Viacom 18 is all set to make Vh1 Supersonic India’s first ever fully accessible music festival through its college-connect program, some reputed educational institutes will also upgrade their infrastructure and conduct workshops. The channel is also exploring ways to showcase the achievements of differently-abled sportsmen and other achievers, through radio and social media, to encourage the community.

Comedy Central fans will also get a chance to attend a Before The World premiere party for the post season-break episode of one of Comedy Central’s most popular shows, Suits season 6, in Mumbai and Delhi at Summerhouse Café and Monkey Bar at Bangalore on 25 January.

On digital media, Comedy Central will host an epic boomerang video contest, where viewers can show off their moves with a 5-step dance, to celebrate the channel’s birthday and win exclusive official merchandise.

All this over and above Comedy Central’s fabulous Birthday programming, including the best episodes of its five most beloved shows – Penn & Teller: Fool Us! In Vegas, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Citizen Khan, Mom, Whose Line Is It Anyway? from Monday to Friday at 8 pm. On Sundays, treat yourself to a 10-hour marathon of Impractical Jokers and F.R.I.E.N.D.S. (all 10 seasons).

January 24, 2017
NBC’s ‘This is Us’ renewed for two seasons

MUMBAI: “This Is Us” premiered in September of last year and is already quick on its way to success! The show that airs in India on Star World Premiere HD received a tremendous response internationally and whopped in massive ratings. Now, the show has been renewed for two more seasons.

“We all got our wish that this is a hit show,” said NBC Entertainment president Jennifer Salke President, in a written statement. “This Is Us is as good as anything we’ve ever had. We’re thrilled to renew it for two seasons and there’s no doubt it will have a long life on NBC. In a world where there are literally hundreds of television dramas, we’re proud to have one of the very best that is also one of the highest-rated.”

Created by Dan Fogelman, This Is Us stars Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, Justin Hartley, Chrissy Metz, Susan Kelechi Watson, Chris Sullivan and RonCephas Jones. The family ensemble, which jumps through different years, is about the intertwining lives and connections of several people who all share the same birthday and so much more than anyone would expect.

The series has won critical acclaim for its direction, acting and more and was an awards season favourite having been nominated at prestigious award ceremonies- Golden Globe, Critics’ Choice, Screen Actors Guild as well as Writers Guild of America. On digital platforms too, NBC claims This Is Us as its most-viewed series premiere on record, more than doubling the network’s previous record for most one-day views of a debuting series across the network’s digital platforms, according to Forbes.

January 23, 2017
NBC’s ‘This is Us’ renewed for two seasons

MUMBAI: “This Is Us” premiered in September of last year and is already quick on its way to success! The show that airs in India on Star World Premiere HD received a tremendous response internationally and whopped in massive ratings. Now, the show has been renewed for two more seasons.

“We all got our wish that this is a hit show,” said NBC Entertainment president Jennifer Salke President, in a written statement. “This Is Us is as good as anything we’ve ever had. We’re thrilled to renew it for two seasons and there’s no doubt it will have a long life on NBC. In a world where there are literally hundreds of television dramas, we’re proud to have one of the very best that is also one of the highest-rated.”

Created by Dan Fogelman, This Is Us stars Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, Justin Hartley, Chrissy Metz, Susan Kelechi Watson, Chris Sullivan and RonCephas Jones. The family ensemble, which jumps through different years, is about the intertwining lives and connections of several people who all share the same birthday and so much more than anyone would expect.

The series has won critical acclaim for its direction, acting and more and was an awards season favourite having been nominated at prestigious award ceremonies- Golden Globe, Critics’ Choice, Screen Actors Guild as well as Writers Guild of America. On digital platforms too, NBC claims This Is Us as its most-viewed series premiere on record, more than doubling the network’s previous record for most one-day views of a debuting series across the network’s digital platforms, according to Forbes.

January 23, 2017
Miss Universe 2016 to air on Zee Café live from Philippines

MUMBAI: After the success of stunning events such as Miss World 2016 Live and Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Zee Café, the ultimate English GEC brings to its viewers yet another -global event, Miss Universe Live this January, 2017.

A bevy of gorgeous women will battle it out at the 65th edition grand finale of Miss Universe in Manilla, Philippines. Pia Wurtzbach of the Philippines will crown her successor at the end of the event.

India’s very beautiful and talented Roshmitha Harimurthy, crowned Miss Diva Universe 2016, will represent and compete for India at the global pageant with 85 contestants from all over the world to vie for the ultimate crown Last year saw Steve Harvey reading out the wrong name when announcing the winner, which turned out to be a huge sensation. Will Roshmita win the crown for India this year? Will there be another twist to the event?

January 19, 2017
Miss Universe 2016 to air on Zee Café live from Philippines

MUMBAI: After the success of stunning events such as Miss World 2016 Live and Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Zee Café, the ultimate English GEC brings to its viewers yet another -global event, Miss Universe Live this January, 2017.

A bevy of gorgeous women will battle it out at the 65th edition grand finale of Miss Universe in Manilla, Philippines. Pia Wurtzbach of the Philippines will crown her successor at the end of the event.

India’s very beautiful and talented Roshmitha Harimurthy, crowned Miss Diva Universe 2016, will represent and compete for India at the global pageant with 85 contestants from all over the world to vie for the ultimate crown Last year saw Steve Harvey reading out the wrong name when announcing the winner, which turned out to be a huge sensation. Will Roshmita win the crown for India this year? Will there be another twist to the event?

January 19, 2017
Discovery acquires ‘Untold Stories’ & ‘Cleveland Hustles’ from GRB

MUMBAI: GRB Entertainment has announced sale to Discovery of their Latin America and US Hispanic channels. Both picked up several seasons of long-running GRB-produced medical show Untold Stories of the E.R. and Discovery Latin America acquired the new LeBron James series, Cleveland Hustles.

Untold Stories of the E.R. breaks open the secret world of hospital Emergency Rooms. These are real doctors and the real cases that changed their lives! Witness the most amazing, bizarre, and emotionally explosive stories ever told about the clash of life and death in the Emergency Room.

Cleveland Hustles follows NBA superstar LeBron James and longtime friend and business partner Maverick Carter as they give four aspiring local entrepreneurs the chance to realize their business dreams while also helping to revitalize neighborhoods in their hometown of Cleveland.

“GRB appreciates the strength of the Latin American and Hispanic markets and we are pleased to place two of our top shows in these territories with Discovery. Untold Stories of the E.R. has been one of our top selling programs around the world for many years and the brand new Cleveland Hustles is already proving to be a very hot property. We look forward to announcing further deals for Latin America and beyond from this year’s NATPE,” said GRB SVP international distribution Michael Lolato.

January 17, 2017
Discovery acquires ‘Untold Stories’ & ‘Cleveland Hustles’ from GRB

MUMBAI: GRB Entertainment has announced sale to Discovery of their Latin America and US Hispanic channels. Both picked up several seasons of long-running GRB-produced medical show Untold Stories of the E.R. and Discovery Latin America acquired the new LeBron James series, Cleveland Hustles.

Untold Stories of the E.R. breaks open the secret world of hospital Emergency Rooms. These are real doctors and the real cases that changed their lives! Witness the most amazing, bizarre, and emotionally explosive stories ever told about the clash of life and death in the Emergency Room.

Cleveland Hustles follows NBA superstar LeBron James and longtime friend and business partner Maverick Carter as they give four aspiring local entrepreneurs the chance to realize their business dreams while also helping to revitalize neighborhoods in their hometown of Cleveland.

“GRB appreciates the strength of the Latin American and Hispanic markets and we are pleased to place two of our top shows in these territories with Discovery. Untold Stories of the E.R. has been one of our top selling programs around the world for many years and the brand new Cleveland Hustles is already proving to be a very hot property. We look forward to announcing further deals for Latin America and beyond from this year’s NATPE,” said GRB SVP international distribution Michael Lolato.

January 17, 2017