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  • Star World Premiere HD to air ‘Band of Brothers’

    Star World Premiere HD to air ‘Band of Brothers’

    MUMBAI: Star World Premiere HD’s ‘Mini Series of the Month’ will be premiering Band of Brothers. The 10-episodic series is a real life story of war heroes, helmed by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg. The show will premiere on 3 and 4 December 5 pm onwards.

    Starring a cast comprising Michael Fassbender, Tom Hardy, James McAvoy, David Schwimmer, Jimmy Fallon, Colin Hanks, Simon Pegg, Michael Cudlitz, Neal McDonough, Jamie Bamber, Stephen Graham, the show is tagged as one of the finest works ever produced for television and is adapted from the best-selling book of the same name by Stephen E. Ambrose.

    The show is the story of the exceptional heroes belonging to Easy Company, the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division during World War II. It highlights their journey from training to airborne landings in Normandy, the Siege of Bastogne and finally all the way to Hitler’s mountain retreat.

    The $125 million show has won 34 awards and 24 nominations at award ceremonies across the industry.

  • Star World Premiere HD to air ‘Band of Brothers’

    Star World Premiere HD to air ‘Band of Brothers’

    MUMBAI: Star World Premiere HD’s ‘Mini Series of the Month’ will be premiering Band of Brothers. The 10-episodic series is a real life story of war heroes, helmed by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg. The show will premiere on 3 and 4 December 5 pm onwards.

    Starring a cast comprising Michael Fassbender, Tom Hardy, James McAvoy, David Schwimmer, Jimmy Fallon, Colin Hanks, Simon Pegg, Michael Cudlitz, Neal McDonough, Jamie Bamber, Stephen Graham, the show is tagged as one of the finest works ever produced for television and is adapted from the best-selling book of the same name by Stephen E. Ambrose.

    The show is the story of the exceptional heroes belonging to Easy Company, the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division during World War II. It highlights their journey from training to airborne landings in Normandy, the Siege of Bastogne and finally all the way to Hitler’s mountain retreat.

    The $125 million show has won 34 awards and 24 nominations at award ceremonies across the industry.

  • Bomanbridge continues buys, with animated mojicons from Ink Group

    Bomanbridge continues buys, with animated mojicons from Ink Group

    MUMBAI: Bomanbridge Media, a Singapore-based content distribution and production agency, continues to ramp up its catalogue with the addition of animated series Mojicons, from Denmark’s Ink Group. Ink Global holds worldwide rights for Mojicons, excluding Asia which is represented by Bomanbridge.

    Mojicons shows the behind-the-scenes world of the Internet, which is populated by Mojicons – the innumerable emoticons we routinely use in email communication and mobile messaging. Ironically this zany bunch of condensed emotions is clueless as to how the Web works. When a mysterious digital villain steals the “@” sign – thus halting electronic correspondence – the Mojicons have to embark on an awe-inspiring and dangerous quest to restore their system. If only they knew what the system was! Many a jaw will drop on both sides of the screen as the Internet universe reveals its secrets to both the Mojicons and the kids watching their crazy adventures.

    “Bomanbridge is a content trend-setter in Asia and we have been actively scouring the globe for the next big program ideas. Mojicons is this caliber of show, picking up on the intense and popular use of emojis around the world. Asians are very connected to their phones and emojis have taken on a life of their own. The series is extremely commercial – it’s funny, and has a great take on today’s internet culture,” said Bomanbridge Media CEO Sonia Fleck.

    Adds Ink Global Director Claus Tømming: “We are delighted to be working with Bomanbridge in bringing Mojicons to Asia. It’s a fantastic piece of storytelling that kids will love and I’m sure it won’t be long before we’re celebrating new Asian broadcasting deals.”

  • Bomanbridge continues buys, with animated mojicons from Ink Group

    Bomanbridge continues buys, with animated mojicons from Ink Group

    MUMBAI: Bomanbridge Media, a Singapore-based content distribution and production agency, continues to ramp up its catalogue with the addition of animated series Mojicons, from Denmark’s Ink Group. Ink Global holds worldwide rights for Mojicons, excluding Asia which is represented by Bomanbridge.

    Mojicons shows the behind-the-scenes world of the Internet, which is populated by Mojicons – the innumerable emoticons we routinely use in email communication and mobile messaging. Ironically this zany bunch of condensed emotions is clueless as to how the Web works. When a mysterious digital villain steals the “@” sign – thus halting electronic correspondence – the Mojicons have to embark on an awe-inspiring and dangerous quest to restore their system. If only they knew what the system was! Many a jaw will drop on both sides of the screen as the Internet universe reveals its secrets to both the Mojicons and the kids watching their crazy adventures.

    “Bomanbridge is a content trend-setter in Asia and we have been actively scouring the globe for the next big program ideas. Mojicons is this caliber of show, picking up on the intense and popular use of emojis around the world. Asians are very connected to their phones and emojis have taken on a life of their own. The series is extremely commercial – it’s funny, and has a great take on today’s internet culture,” said Bomanbridge Media CEO Sonia Fleck.

    Adds Ink Global Director Claus Tømming: “We are delighted to be working with Bomanbridge in bringing Mojicons to Asia. It’s a fantastic piece of storytelling that kids will love and I’m sure it won’t be long before we’re celebrating new Asian broadcasting deals.”

  • Bomanbridge brings Yann Arthus-Bertrand docs to Asia

    Bomanbridge brings Yann Arthus-Bertrand docs to Asia

    MUMBAI: Bomanbridge Media, a Singapore-based content distribution and production agency, acquired additional high-end docs, after its recent Nexo purchase, with the procurement of six hours of spectacular, blue chip HD documentaries from CALT Distribution, representing HOPE Production’s titles.

    All programs were produced by famed French photographer, journalist, reporter and environmentalist, Yann Arthus-Bertrand, a man that has looked down on perhaps more of the Earth’s surface than anyone in history. The programs were shot in North Africa, South Asia and the Middle East.

    Titles include: Morocco From Above (produced in 4K); Mediterranean From Above, Algeria From Above, and Bangladesh From Above. These series are all in Bertrand’s particular style, using high-end technology, with skillfully crafted and expensive production budgets to capture beautiful natural landscapes with extremely complex aerial shots.

    “Bomanbridge is pleased to add these exquisite Yann Arthus-Bertrand documentaries to our rich catalogue. We pride ourselves on holding blue-chip programming, and catering to distinguished Asian audiences that value education and fine production values. These programs are simply breath-taking and provide unique perspectives on fast-changing, yet historical parts, of the world” said Bomanbridge Media CEO Sonia Fleck.

    “We were looking for the best partner in Asia to distribute our exceptional programs which deserve a wider audience, and we were pleased to find Bomanbridge – the best in the region” said Dimitri Gelineau, Sales Manager at CALT Distribution, which holds the rights for the rest of the world.

  • Bomanbridge brings Yann Arthus-Bertrand docs to Asia

    Bomanbridge brings Yann Arthus-Bertrand docs to Asia

    MUMBAI: Bomanbridge Media, a Singapore-based content distribution and production agency, acquired additional high-end docs, after its recent Nexo purchase, with the procurement of six hours of spectacular, blue chip HD documentaries from CALT Distribution, representing HOPE Production’s titles.

    All programs were produced by famed French photographer, journalist, reporter and environmentalist, Yann Arthus-Bertrand, a man that has looked down on perhaps more of the Earth’s surface than anyone in history. The programs were shot in North Africa, South Asia and the Middle East.

    Titles include: Morocco From Above (produced in 4K); Mediterranean From Above, Algeria From Above, and Bangladesh From Above. These series are all in Bertrand’s particular style, using high-end technology, with skillfully crafted and expensive production budgets to capture beautiful natural landscapes with extremely complex aerial shots.

    “Bomanbridge is pleased to add these exquisite Yann Arthus-Bertrand documentaries to our rich catalogue. We pride ourselves on holding blue-chip programming, and catering to distinguished Asian audiences that value education and fine production values. These programs are simply breath-taking and provide unique perspectives on fast-changing, yet historical parts, of the world” said Bomanbridge Media CEO Sonia Fleck.

    “We were looking for the best partner in Asia to distribute our exceptional programs which deserve a wider audience, and we were pleased to find Bomanbridge – the best in the region” said Dimitri Gelineau, Sales Manager at CALT Distribution, which holds the rights for the rest of the world.

  • Discovery APAC appoints Nikhil Madhok; strengthens corporate team with other hiring

    Discovery APAC appoints Nikhil Madhok; strengthens corporate team with other hiring

    MUMBAI: Discovery has announced key appointments in its APAC central corporate leadership team. Former Life OK GM and business head Nikhil Madhok has joined the channel as the senior vice-president (SVP) head of products.

    Madhok will spearhead the re-development of the company’s product suite and champion a strong maker culture in the organisation. He will formally join in January 2017, and will closely partner with the innovation team on future digital offerings.

    Operating leadership remains with the company’s five market clusters announced earlier in year. The move adds innovative, world-class capabilities and resources to accelerate the company’s stated ambition to evolve from a traditional linear Pay-TV to a true convergent media and entertainment business across market clusters in Asia.

    “We are laser focused on re-inventing our existing space and growing our business beyond linear across Asia. The new leadership team members bring with them strong entrepreneurial drive and a disruptive mindset. I am thrilled to welcome them on board as we step up our efforts to redefine our product and business portfolio in the region,” said Discovery Networks APAC president and MD Arthur Bastings.

    Other executives who have joined are — Rebecca Kent as the vice-president (VP) business transformation. Kent will oversee change management, and lead business process and operational optimisation. She joined in September from Discovery’s global business operations team in London.

    Darrell Chan joined as the vice-president (VP) regional counsel. He will manage the legal dossier, drive strong governance around Discovery’s growing portfolio of equity stakes in new businesses and coordinate external affairs. Chan will joined on 1 February 2017, from Expedia. He will partner with Dinkim Sailo, who manages Discovery’s external and government affairs brief.

    Dinkim recently joined from SOS International.

    Karun Arya will now be the director, head of corporate communications, and will represent the company’s voice as it implements its ambitious transformation and investment plans. He came in from Uber.

    Discovery’s new executives joined the chief financial officer and SVP corporate operations Nilesh Zaveri, the SVP Innovation Winradit Kasidit Kolasastraseni, the VP corporate development Jonathan Mills, the VP strategy Karan Paul and the VP HR Jin Tan in the APAC HQ team.

  • Discovery APAC appoints Nikhil Madhok; strengthens corporate team with other hiring

    Discovery APAC appoints Nikhil Madhok; strengthens corporate team with other hiring

    MUMBAI: Discovery has announced key appointments in its APAC central corporate leadership team. Former Life OK GM and business head Nikhil Madhok has joined the channel as the senior vice-president (SVP) head of products.

    Madhok will spearhead the re-development of the company’s product suite and champion a strong maker culture in the organisation. He will formally join in January 2017, and will closely partner with the innovation team on future digital offerings.

    Operating leadership remains with the company’s five market clusters announced earlier in year. The move adds innovative, world-class capabilities and resources to accelerate the company’s stated ambition to evolve from a traditional linear Pay-TV to a true convergent media and entertainment business across market clusters in Asia.

    “We are laser focused on re-inventing our existing space and growing our business beyond linear across Asia. The new leadership team members bring with them strong entrepreneurial drive and a disruptive mindset. I am thrilled to welcome them on board as we step up our efforts to redefine our product and business portfolio in the region,” said Discovery Networks APAC president and MD Arthur Bastings.

    Other executives who have joined are — Rebecca Kent as the vice-president (VP) business transformation. Kent will oversee change management, and lead business process and operational optimisation. She joined in September from Discovery’s global business operations team in London.

    Darrell Chan joined as the vice-president (VP) regional counsel. He will manage the legal dossier, drive strong governance around Discovery’s growing portfolio of equity stakes in new businesses and coordinate external affairs. Chan will joined on 1 February 2017, from Expedia. He will partner with Dinkim Sailo, who manages Discovery’s external and government affairs brief.

    Dinkim recently joined from SOS International.

    Karun Arya will now be the director, head of corporate communications, and will represent the company’s voice as it implements its ambitious transformation and investment plans. He came in from Uber.

    Discovery’s new executives joined the chief financial officer and SVP corporate operations Nilesh Zaveri, the SVP Innovation Winradit Kasidit Kolasastraseni, the VP corporate development Jonathan Mills, the VP strategy Karan Paul and the VP HR Jin Tan in the APAC HQ team.

  • Tickle your funny bone with ‘Star World 10-Tickles’ from 26 Nov

    Tickle your funny bone with ‘Star World 10-Tickles’ from 26 Nov

    MUMBAI: After a long hard day of work, looking for a way to unwind? Star World has the perfect solution. Kick up your heels and grab a bowl of popcorn or salad (if you are the healthy kind) and get ready to laugh out loud with the latest and biggest comedy shows every night at 10pm on Star World 10-Tickles.

    The channel first launched the ‘Star World 10-Tickles’ slot on weekdays a few of months ago bringing about a paradigm shift by airing comedy shows at prime time 10pm. This strategic move was based on the consumer insight that viewers are looking to unwind and simply let go of the day’s worries before they turn in for the night. Starting 26 November, the channel will be extending the slot to include weekends as well.

    Weekends couldn’t get more exciting! Max and Caroline are making their dreams come true in 2 Broke Girls season 6 every Saturday at 10pm. Watch a brand new comedy drama series Speechless every Saturday at 10:30pm featuring the DiMeo family – an odd bunch of people at the center of which is J.J., the eldest son who suffers from cerebral palsy but has a wit and biting sense of humor. Jay Pritchett’s dysfunctional family is back in the multi-award winning series Modern Family season 8 every Sunday at 10pm. Modern Family will be followed by a brand new animated comedy series Son of Zorn every Sunday at 10:30pm. The first season of the series follows the journey of Zorn, an animated warrior from the South Pacific island of Zephyria, who returns to California to reconnect with his live-action ex-wife and estranged teenage son Alan. Hilarity ensues as Zorn tries to fit back into the humdrum of real-live society.

    Weekdays too will take on a turn for the better with Fresh of the Boat seasons 1 and 2 airing from 9 December at 10pm and Baby Daddy Seasons 4 and 5 airing from 5 December at 10:30pm.

  • Tickle your funny bone with ‘Star World 10-Tickles’ from 26 Nov

    Tickle your funny bone with ‘Star World 10-Tickles’ from 26 Nov

    MUMBAI: After a long hard day of work, looking for a way to unwind? Star World has the perfect solution. Kick up your heels and grab a bowl of popcorn or salad (if you are the healthy kind) and get ready to laugh out loud with the latest and biggest comedy shows every night at 10pm on Star World 10-Tickles.

    The channel first launched the ‘Star World 10-Tickles’ slot on weekdays a few of months ago bringing about a paradigm shift by airing comedy shows at prime time 10pm. This strategic move was based on the consumer insight that viewers are looking to unwind and simply let go of the day’s worries before they turn in for the night. Starting 26 November, the channel will be extending the slot to include weekends as well.

    Weekends couldn’t get more exciting! Max and Caroline are making their dreams come true in 2 Broke Girls season 6 every Saturday at 10pm. Watch a brand new comedy drama series Speechless every Saturday at 10:30pm featuring the DiMeo family – an odd bunch of people at the center of which is J.J., the eldest son who suffers from cerebral palsy but has a wit and biting sense of humor. Jay Pritchett’s dysfunctional family is back in the multi-award winning series Modern Family season 8 every Sunday at 10pm. Modern Family will be followed by a brand new animated comedy series Son of Zorn every Sunday at 10:30pm. The first season of the series follows the journey of Zorn, an animated warrior from the South Pacific island of Zephyria, who returns to California to reconnect with his live-action ex-wife and estranged teenage son Alan. Hilarity ensues as Zorn tries to fit back into the humdrum of real-live society.

    Weekdays too will take on a turn for the better with Fresh of the Boat seasons 1 and 2 airing from 9 December at 10pm and Baby Daddy Seasons 4 and 5 airing from 5 December at 10:30pm.