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  • GRB sells factual content to Australia, NZ, Canada

    GRB sells factual content to Australia, NZ, Canada

    MUMBAI: GRB Entertainment announced sale of several titles spanning food, automotive, lifestyle, and crime to networks in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada.

    Foxtel acquired three series including BBQ Rules which follows Myron Mixon, three-time winner of the World Championship Barbecue and famed BBQ Pitmasters judge, and his son Michael as they help cook up your favorite BBQ dishes in your own backyard! Jet Truck follows daredevil racer Chris Darnell and his family as they thrill hundreds of thousands as they race their 36,000 horsepower, 376 mile per hour jet-propelled truck. In investigative crime documentary Cropsey, realizing the urban legend of their youth has come true, two filmmakers return to their hometown to investigate the mystery behind five missing children and the real-life boogeyman linked to their disappearance.

    E! Entertainment and Style acquired two seasons of My First Home for Australia and New Zealand following first-time homebuyers through the process of choosing their first property, where “must-haves” and budgets don’t always meet.

    Canada’s Game TV Corporation picked up popular cooking series BBQ Pitmasters, taking viewers into the exciting world of competition barbecuing where the chefs put their saucy reputations on the line to earn thousands of dollars and an opportunity to take home the title of the nation’s best Pitmaster.

    “GRB boasts a catalogue full of high energy, thrilling programs that educate, entertain and intrigue. Myron Mixon has become a household name in BBQ and we’re thrilled he’s now teaching us how to make his delicious meals in our own homes,” said GRB Entertainment international distribution SVP Michael Lolato.

  • GRB sells factual content to Australia, NZ, Canada

    GRB sells factual content to Australia, NZ, Canada

    MUMBAI: GRB Entertainment announced sale of several titles spanning food, automotive, lifestyle, and crime to networks in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada.

    Foxtel acquired three series including BBQ Rules which follows Myron Mixon, three-time winner of the World Championship Barbecue and famed BBQ Pitmasters judge, and his son Michael as they help cook up your favorite BBQ dishes in your own backyard! Jet Truck follows daredevil racer Chris Darnell and his family as they thrill hundreds of thousands as they race their 36,000 horsepower, 376 mile per hour jet-propelled truck. In investigative crime documentary Cropsey, realizing the urban legend of their youth has come true, two filmmakers return to their hometown to investigate the mystery behind five missing children and the real-life boogeyman linked to their disappearance.

    E! Entertainment and Style acquired two seasons of My First Home for Australia and New Zealand following first-time homebuyers through the process of choosing their first property, where “must-haves” and budgets don’t always meet.

    Canada’s Game TV Corporation picked up popular cooking series BBQ Pitmasters, taking viewers into the exciting world of competition barbecuing where the chefs put their saucy reputations on the line to earn thousands of dollars and an opportunity to take home the title of the nation’s best Pitmaster.

    “GRB boasts a catalogue full of high energy, thrilling programs that educate, entertain and intrigue. Myron Mixon has become a household name in BBQ and we’re thrilled he’s now teaching us how to make his delicious meals in our own homes,” said GRB Entertainment international distribution SVP Michael Lolato.

  • Star China, Canxing sign co-production deal with Syco Entertainment

    Star China, Canxing sign co-production deal with Syco Entertainment

    MUMBAI: Canxing Production and Star China International Media Limited signed a major three-year development deal with the globally renowned creative company Syco Entertainment.

    The agreement’s primary aim is to co-develop large scale global entertainment formats with appeal for Greater China; and the potential for international distribution. The deal was signed in London today, after a four-day creative conference last week between high level producers of both companies.

    The conference was led by Canxing Production CEO Tian Ming and Star China executives — Star China chief director Jin Lei (Sing! China, Sing My Song, and The Voice of China) and deputy general manager Iris Xia, alongside Syco global head of television Nigel Hall, and Syco head of international George Levendis.

    “Canxing/Star China is thrilled to partner with Syco. We just completed a very inspiring week-long creative session with Syco and our team is excited for the future projects we will co-create. This is the first time Canxing/Star China has entered into such a major collaborative deal with a company outside China,” said Tian Ming.

    Nigel Hall said: “Syco Entertainment is delighted to partner with Star China in this long-term development deal. Star China has a first class pedigree of production in China and, for our part at Syco, we believe our visions will help this partnership be truly creative and successful.”

    Canxing/Star China’s recent hit program Sing! China aired on Zhejiang Satellite TV, earning the # 1 position every week of its 13-week run. The show also received major online visibility throughout the season. Within the first 2 days of the initial airing, the show received more than 500 million total views on Tencent and Youku video sites and broke online records by receiving more than 37 billion views for the entire first season. There were over 47 million views on Tencent and YouKu in just 24 hours alone after the finale. In October, Zhejiang announced the commission of Season 2 for Spring 2017.

  • Star China, Canxing sign co-production deal with Syco Entertainment

    Star China, Canxing sign co-production deal with Syco Entertainment

    MUMBAI: Canxing Production and Star China International Media Limited signed a major three-year development deal with the globally renowned creative company Syco Entertainment.

    The agreement’s primary aim is to co-develop large scale global entertainment formats with appeal for Greater China; and the potential for international distribution. The deal was signed in London today, after a four-day creative conference last week between high level producers of both companies.

    The conference was led by Canxing Production CEO Tian Ming and Star China executives — Star China chief director Jin Lei (Sing! China, Sing My Song, and The Voice of China) and deputy general manager Iris Xia, alongside Syco global head of television Nigel Hall, and Syco head of international George Levendis.

    “Canxing/Star China is thrilled to partner with Syco. We just completed a very inspiring week-long creative session with Syco and our team is excited for the future projects we will co-create. This is the first time Canxing/Star China has entered into such a major collaborative deal with a company outside China,” said Tian Ming.

    Nigel Hall said: “Syco Entertainment is delighted to partner with Star China in this long-term development deal. Star China has a first class pedigree of production in China and, for our part at Syco, we believe our visions will help this partnership be truly creative and successful.”

    Canxing/Star China’s recent hit program Sing! China aired on Zhejiang Satellite TV, earning the # 1 position every week of its 13-week run. The show also received major online visibility throughout the season. Within the first 2 days of the initial airing, the show received more than 500 million total views on Tencent and Youku video sites and broke online records by receiving more than 37 billion views for the entire first season. There were over 47 million views on Tencent and YouKu in just 24 hours alone after the finale. In October, Zhejiang announced the commission of Season 2 for Spring 2017.

  • Sony Pix to telecast ‘Fast and Furious’; eighth slated for April ’17

    Sony Pix to telecast ‘Fast and Furious’; eighth slated for April ’17

    MUMBAI: Fourteen years, countless stunts, hundreds of damaged cars and seven films all narrows down to one thrilling movie series of all time, The Fast and Furious series. Sony Pix is all geared up to bring the Fast and Furious Pixathon (Part 1-5 and 7) all day on 17 December starting from 9 am.

    The concept of the movie is inspired by Racer X and has renowned directors like Rob Cohen, John Singleton, Justin Line, James Wan and Gary Gray on board who have created a storm with each installment. The plot revolves around illegal street racing, thefts and series of action packed sequences that showcases swanky cars hovering in the air in beautiful locations with the best cast from the industry.

    The series has grossed a total of $ 3,900,497,522 worldwide and opened to rave reviews each time it came out with its installment and gave the audience some serious mind rush. Each of the film have managed to create a ripple effect globally with death defying stunts and action.

    Furious 7 also marks the final performance of the late Paul Walker and the film was dedicated to his memory. The movie ends at Dom and Brian bidding each other farewell and driving off in separate directions, who knew that a slight glimpse of the next installment would take the audience on a different ride altogether.

    The much awaited Fast and Furious 8, which is slated for an April 2017 release, will also have its TV premiere on Sony Pix.

    Film Time
    The Fast and Furious 9AM
    2 Fast and 2 Furious 11:30 AM
    Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift 1:30PM
    Fast and Furious 4 4PM
    Fast 5 6PM
    Furious 7 9PM

     

  • Sony Pix to telecast ‘Fast and Furious’; eighth slated for April ’17

    Sony Pix to telecast ‘Fast and Furious’; eighth slated for April ’17

    MUMBAI: Fourteen years, countless stunts, hundreds of damaged cars and seven films all narrows down to one thrilling movie series of all time, The Fast and Furious series. Sony Pix is all geared up to bring the Fast and Furious Pixathon (Part 1-5 and 7) all day on 17 December starting from 9 am.

    The concept of the movie is inspired by Racer X and has renowned directors like Rob Cohen, John Singleton, Justin Line, James Wan and Gary Gray on board who have created a storm with each installment. The plot revolves around illegal street racing, thefts and series of action packed sequences that showcases swanky cars hovering in the air in beautiful locations with the best cast from the industry.

    The series has grossed a total of $ 3,900,497,522 worldwide and opened to rave reviews each time it came out with its installment and gave the audience some serious mind rush. Each of the film have managed to create a ripple effect globally with death defying stunts and action.

    Furious 7 also marks the final performance of the late Paul Walker and the film was dedicated to his memory. The movie ends at Dom and Brian bidding each other farewell and driving off in separate directions, who knew that a slight glimpse of the next installment would take the audience on a different ride altogether.

    The much awaited Fast and Furious 8, which is slated for an April 2017 release, will also have its TV premiere on Sony Pix.

    Film Time
    The Fast and Furious 9AM
    2 Fast and 2 Furious 11:30 AM
    Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift 1:30PM
    Fast and Furious 4 4PM
    Fast 5 6PM
    Furious 7 9PM

     

  • Sony Le Plex HD to premiere Smith’s fight for justice in ‘Concussion’

    Sony Le Plex HD to premiere Smith’s fight for justice in ‘Concussion’

    MUMBAI: Sony Le Plex HD brings the story of a doctor’s single-handed fight to save lives from brain damage with the premiere of Concussion. The movie airs on 18 December at 1 pm and 9 pm.

    Based in Pittsburgh, the movie is inspired by real life incidents in the early 2000 when the National Football League (NFL) players were suspected of dying due to brain degeneration or Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). The movie captures the relentless efforts of Dr. Bennet Omalu who constantly strives to save these players lives. Dr. Bennet Omalu, played by Will Smith, is fighting a tough battle against the NFL who are keen to dismiss his research on the long-term effects of repeated blows on the head of the players.

    The movie takes you to the times when living the American dream was fostered by one and all. Powerful dialogues paired with brilliant cinematography, Concussion boasts off great performances by Will Smith and veteran actor Alec Baldwin, which creates a masterpiece worth watching.

    Directed by Peter Landesman, Concussion is a gripping story with powerful dialogues and great performances. Produced by Ridley Scott, the movie has received rave reviews from the critics and audience both. Will Smith has also won numerous awards and nominations in the Best Actor category for his portrayal as Dr. Bennet Omalu.

  • Sony Le Plex HD to premiere Smith’s fight for justice in ‘Concussion’

    Sony Le Plex HD to premiere Smith’s fight for justice in ‘Concussion’

    MUMBAI: Sony Le Plex HD brings the story of a doctor’s single-handed fight to save lives from brain damage with the premiere of Concussion. The movie airs on 18 December at 1 pm and 9 pm.

    Based in Pittsburgh, the movie is inspired by real life incidents in the early 2000 when the National Football League (NFL) players were suspected of dying due to brain degeneration or Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). The movie captures the relentless efforts of Dr. Bennet Omalu who constantly strives to save these players lives. Dr. Bennet Omalu, played by Will Smith, is fighting a tough battle against the NFL who are keen to dismiss his research on the long-term effects of repeated blows on the head of the players.

    The movie takes you to the times when living the American dream was fostered by one and all. Powerful dialogues paired with brilliant cinematography, Concussion boasts off great performances by Will Smith and veteran actor Alec Baldwin, which creates a masterpiece worth watching.

    Directed by Peter Landesman, Concussion is a gripping story with powerful dialogues and great performances. Produced by Ridley Scott, the movie has received rave reviews from the critics and audience both. Will Smith has also won numerous awards and nominations in the Best Actor category for his portrayal as Dr. Bennet Omalu.

  • Star World to launch Lee Daniel’s musical drama series ‘Star’

    Star World to launch Lee Daniel’s musical drama series ‘Star’

    MUMBAI: After creating the juggernaut series Empire, multi award-winning director and creator Lee Daniel’s brings a brand new television series. Titled Star, he musical drama series is based on the lives of three girls who overcome numerous hardships to realize their musical dreams. The show launches on Star World and Star World HD on 22 December and will air every Thursday at 9 pm soon after the U.S. telecast.

    This series that revolves around dreams, perseverance and glamour will fill the Empire hiatus gap before the latter returns in March 2017.

    Starring Queen Latifah and Benjamin Bratt, the show is staged around Star Davis played by Jude Demoreset, a tough chick from the wrong side of the tracks. Within the first 15 minutes Star is seen rescuing her younger sister, Simone played by Brittany O’Grady after plunging a knife into the latter’s foster father. Together with bestie Alexandra Crane played by Ryan Destiny – who’s trying to escaping her ivory tower in Manhattan – the ladies drive to Atlanta seeking shelter with Star and Simone’s godmother, Carlotta Brown played by Latifah. With a number of struggles paving her way forward, Star must face her life’s most difficult phase – the road to building a successful singing career.

    Star gives viewers an opportunity to navigate the dark corridors of the world of music through the eyes of three hard-working, independent and talented girls who dare to dream.

    Promo Link: https://www.facebook.com/StarWorldIndia/videos/10154632514566745/

  • Star World to launch Lee Daniel’s musical drama series ‘Star’

    Star World to launch Lee Daniel’s musical drama series ‘Star’

    MUMBAI: After creating the juggernaut series Empire, multi award-winning director and creator Lee Daniel’s brings a brand new television series. Titled Star, he musical drama series is based on the lives of three girls who overcome numerous hardships to realize their musical dreams. The show launches on Star World and Star World HD on 22 December and will air every Thursday at 9 pm soon after the U.S. telecast.

    This series that revolves around dreams, perseverance and glamour will fill the Empire hiatus gap before the latter returns in March 2017.

    Starring Queen Latifah and Benjamin Bratt, the show is staged around Star Davis played by Jude Demoreset, a tough chick from the wrong side of the tracks. Within the first 15 minutes Star is seen rescuing her younger sister, Simone played by Brittany O’Grady after plunging a knife into the latter’s foster father. Together with bestie Alexandra Crane played by Ryan Destiny – who’s trying to escaping her ivory tower in Manhattan – the ladies drive to Atlanta seeking shelter with Star and Simone’s godmother, Carlotta Brown played by Latifah. With a number of struggles paving her way forward, Star must face her life’s most difficult phase – the road to building a successful singing career.

    Star gives viewers an opportunity to navigate the dark corridors of the world of music through the eyes of three hard-working, independent and talented girls who dare to dream.

    Promo Link: https://www.facebook.com/StarWorldIndia/videos/10154632514566745/