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  • Salman Khan urges fans to cheer for Team India on Star Sports ‘Cricket Live’

    Salman Khan urges fans to cheer for Team India on Star Sports ‘Cricket Live’

    Mumbai: As Team India aims to maintain an impeccable record and advance one step closer to securing a spot in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup semi-finals, they brace themselves for two crucial encounters. The first of these will be against Bangladesh in Pune, scheduled for Thursday, and the second, a highly anticipated showdown with New Zealand in Dharamshala on Sunday. To attract a new cohort of fans to watch cricket’s greatest spectacle, Star Sports, the official broadcaster of the marquee tournament, will play host to Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in the build-up to the matches on ‘Cricket Live’.  

     

     

    Salman Khan, an avid Team India fan, will join the program to share his deep-rooted love for the game. Everyone’s favourite ‘Bhai’ will not only discuss the emotions surrounding India matches but he will also offer a sneak peek into the thrill of both the cricketing world and his upcoming cinematic masterpiece, ‘Tiger 3’, an action thriller and an eagerly awaited sequel to ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’.

    Catch all the action from the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 –India vs Bangladesh, 19 October 2023, from 12:30 pm onwards, LIVE & exclusive on the Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar.

  • TV9 Bangla Sharadiya introduces a groundbreaking plethora of infotainment

    TV9 Bangla Sharadiya introduces a groundbreaking plethora of infotainment

    Mumbai: TV9 Bangla is back with a bang! This Durga puja, the Bengali news channel showcased assorted infotainment from Sasthi to Dashami. One of the most popular programs, TV9 Bangla Sera Barowari (Best Committee/Club) is a head-to-head competition that selects the best theme-based pandals across the city. The preliminary selection of Sera Barowari (Best Committee/Club) was nominated by the students from the Government Art College who put their efforts in shortlisting the best art on display on the theme-based pandals in Sera Barowari. Besides, these 50 best-nominated pandals have also been reviewed by the Correspondents of TV9 Bangla news channel. There are a few categories on Sera Barowari- like Sera Theme (best theme), Sera Protima (best idol), Sera Paribesh (best ambiance), Sera Barowari Pujo (best Barowari Pujo), Sera Alankar (best ornaments), Sera Suraksha (best environment-friendly Mandapa), and Manusher Pashe, (stand by the people) and Mayer Pujo Meyer Hatey (Worship of Goddess Durga Ma from the hands of daughter). Eminent personalities like Pandit Tejendranarayan Majumdar, Subhen Chattopadhyay, Chaiti Ghoshal and Satyam Roy Chowdhury chaired the Jury. TV9 Bangla will telecast Sera Barowari from 19 to 21 Oct, 7 pm onwards on TV9 Bangla.

    As the festive fervour is brewing across the city, Sera Barowari (Best Puja Committees/Clubs) are not only beating each other to stand out to be the best of the lots, but Sera Abason (Best Housing Estates) is also in fierce competition to establish their strong foothold in the Top Durga puja Sera Abason List this year. The registration forms submitted this year escalated to some 1000+ pujas throughout the city. Celebs like Sampurna Lahiri and Pujarini Ghosh judged around six Abason Pujas (Best Housing Estates). Sera Abason will be premiered on 22 Oct, 5 pm onwards exclusively on TV9 Bangla.

    Among the platter of programmes on TV9 Bangla, the exclusive Anya Durga tells the tales of the ‘real-life Durga’. Like every year, TV9 Bangla will be storytelling about the struggle-induced life of the real Durgas, who have achieved the struggle, beating against the evils in society. Anya Durga is back with fresh episodes streaming from 20 to 23 Oct, 11.30 am onwards on TV9 Bangla. Pujar Adda (Chats) with celebs can be viewed from 20 to 24 October, 2 pm to 4 pm.

    On Dashami, there will be another exclusive programme on ‘Asche Bocchor Abar Hobe.’ This program on adda (Chats) will stream on 24th October at 7 pm along with the Biswarjon (Idol Immersion) live from the studio.

    TV9 Bangla Sharadiya, ‘Pujo Ebar TV9 Banglaye’ is co-presented by SRMB Real Edge and co-powered by Finolex Pipes, Emami Kesh King Hair Oil and Dear Lotteries.
    Special Partners- JBG Hexa TMT and Super Power Detergent
    Gold Plated Jewellery Partner- Rumpa Jewellery
    Beauty Partner- Louis Herbals
    Food Partner- Lal Baba Rice
    Knowledge Partner- SNU
    Health Partner- Nature Pure
    Agriculture Partner- Willowood
    Prayer Partner- Rhythm Dhoopkathi
    Associate Partner- Manmohan Jadu Molom

  • Tips Industries records highest quarterly revenue

    Tips Industries records highest quarterly revenue

    Mumbai: TIPS Industries Ltd (Tips Music), a leading Indian music label which creates and monetises music, announced its financial results for the quarter ending 30 September 2023.

    Key financial performance

    Key Highlights:

    ✔ Recorded highest ever quarterly revenue of ₹ 60.9 Cr, a growth of 23% y-o-y. Revenue for H1 FY24 stood at ₹ 113.5 cr up 35% y-o-y

    ✔ The content cost for the quarter stood at ₹ 4.7 Cr compared to ₹ 17.2 Cr in Q2 FY23

    ✔ For Q2FY24 the company released 130 new songs. Out of 130 new songs, 62 were new film songs and 68 Non-Film songs

    ✔ YouTube subscribers now stand at 89.7 Mn. For Q2FY24 YouTube views were 50.9 Bn up 86% y-o-y

    ✔ The Board of Directors have approved an interim dividend of ₹ 2.00 per share for Q2 FY24 taking the total interim dividend for H1 FY24 to ₹ 3.00 per share; as part of our ongoing efforts to reward our shareholders

    ✔ Mr. Hari Nair has joined as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. He brings in 25 years of overall experience, of which the last two decades were in the music ecosystem

    Commenting on the results, chairman & managing director Kumar Taurani said, “I am pleased to announce that Tips has achieved the highest ever quarterly revenue of Rs. 61 crore, representing a growth of 23% year-on-year. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team.

    During this period, we released a total of 130 new songs of which, 62 were captivating new film songs and 68 were non-film songs. This diverse range of music showcases our ability to cater to a wide spectrum of tastes and preferences, solidifying our position as one of the leading music labels in the industry. In the digital realm, our YouTube channel subscriber numbers have reached 89.7 mn while our YouTube views for Q2FY24 reached 50.9 bn up 86% y-o-y. This reflects the popularity of our repertoire. I want to share another positive development with you. Mr. Hari Nair has recently joined us as our CEO. He has over 25 years of diverse experience in media and technology. Mr. Nair brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our organization. His extensive background in the music industry, spanning two decades, further strengthens our leadership team. I am confident that under his guidance, we will continue to innovate and thrive in this dynamic industry.

    I want to express my gratitude to all our stakeholders who have supported and believed in our vision. We remain committed to delivering exceptional music experiences and exploring new avenues for growth.”

  • Two Legends League Cricket franchisees acquired by billion dollar Indian businesses

    Two Legends League Cricket franchisees acquired by billion dollar Indian businesses

    Mumbai: Legends League Cricket (LLC) has unveiled two new franchises for its highly anticipated upcoming season, which is to be played across five cities in India from 18 November to 9 December 2023.

    The first franchisee announced by Legends League Cricket is Urbanrisers Hyderabad, owned by the prestigious Urbanrise Group in collaboration with JC Pavan Reddy, who serves as the managing director of Trident Power Pvt Ltd. The consortium has a staggering valuation exceeding $7 Billion and signifies a powerful synergy between sports and corporate excellence.

    The Urbanrise/Alliance Group, South India’s largest real estate developer has taken this strategic move as a part of their broader diversification efforts, which include ventures into battery minerals mining, AI, and age reversal technologies. Notably, their mining subsidiary, “First Lithium,” was recently listed on the Australian Stock Exchange and the organisation is financially supported by leading global financial institutions. JC Pavan Reddy has been dedicated to the development of sports at the grassroots level and his experience as the President for the Andhra Pradesh Olympic Association will provide the Urbanrisers Hyderabad team some valuable insights.

    The second franchisee announced by Legends League Cricket for the upcoming season is the Southern Super Stars. A consortium, with combined net worth that exceeds $2 billion, of cricket enthusiasts, with diverse backgrounds spanning industries such as manufacturing, IT, energy, real estate, hospitality, and media, has taken ownership of the franchise.

    KLO Sports, co-founded by Sanjay Jupudi and Srinadh Chitoori, manages this venture. Along with them Ranjeeth Rathod and Gautam Reddy will play an integral part in venture and help steer the Southern Super Stars towards success with their vision and expertise. Sanjay Jupudi, a seasoned serial entrepreneur, established the US-based IT company Qentelli, serving renowned Fortune 500 clients. Srinadh Chitoori, a third-generation businessman from Vizag, has a diverse business portfolio encompassing automobiles, construction, and real estate. Ranjeeth Rathod, another entrepreneur with vast experience in real estate, hospitality, and investments, adds astute management skills to the group. Gautam Reddy, a Chennai based first generation entrepreneur in the clean energy business who has taken on other entrepreneurship venture in various industries like chemicals, textiles, real estate, F&B etc will enhance the team’s managerial strength.

    On acquiring the Urbanrisers Hyderabad team, Urbanrise and Alliance Group chairman & MD Manoj Namburu said, “As India’s Amritkal has arrived, Indians are showing keen interest in sports –Indian contingent winning 107 medals at the recently concluded Asian games is an excellent testament for growing enthusiasm and investments into sports in India. Cricket is akin to religion in India and people are passionate about the game. The Legends League Cricket franchise is a great platform for our foray into the world of Sports, the stars playing in the league are the best from the world of Cricket. We are extremely happy being part of Legends League Cricket and believe that this would a great addition to our business portfolio.”

    KLO Sports co-founder Sanjay Jupudi commented on the acquisition of the Southern Super Stars, “We are fortunate to have this opportunity to be able to cheer legendary cricketers who have been icons. We are pleased to be part of the opportunity and it is now our endeavour to continue providing cricket fans in India and the world our much-loved cricketers in an exciting format that fans will enjoy and cherish. It all comes together under the legends league cricket with exciting and fierce competition.”

    Legends League Cricket founder & chairman Vivek Khushalani said, “As we welcome these two powerhouses of the Indian Industry into the Legends League Cricket family, I’m filled with joy. Their participation in the upcoming season adds to the richness of our league, and I can confidently say that we will create value for all stakeholders. Their commitment to the sport is in sync with our vision to establish LLC in the masters space, and we are looking forward to a great association with them.”

    Legends League Cricket co-founder & CEO Raman Raheja said, “We started Legends League Cricket on a promise to entertain the audience with exciting matches featuring their favourite legends. We have given our fans an opportunity to re-live those moments on the field. After the success of Franchise season 1, LLC has now signed two big corporate houses as our franchises; and we look forward to creating value for all the franchise and build a very strong business case with LLC.”

    With the addition of these two new franchise partners, Legends League Cricket has diversified its franchisee portfolio. The defending champions, India Capitals is owned by GMR Sports, which also co-owns the IPL team Delhi Capitals. The Gujarat Giants team is owned by Adani Sportline, which also owns the Gujarat Giants team in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) and Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Bhilwara Kings is owned by The LNJ Bhilwara Group, and Manipal Tigers is owned by Manipal Education and Medical Group.

    Following the resounding success of its inaugural season, the second edition of Legends League Cricket promises even more excitement than the last season. With a total number of 19 thrilling matches on the cards, fans can eagerly anticipate a cricketing spectacle like no other. The franchisee season with a pool of more than 200 players, will be played across five cities in India – Ranchi, Dehradun, Jammu, Vizag, and Surat.

  • Viacom18 secures dynamic injunction order to combat Bigg Boss copyright infringement

    Viacom18 secures dynamic injunction order to combat Bigg Boss copyright infringement

    Mumbai: In a significant legal triumph, Viacom18 has successfully obtained a dynamic injunction order from the Hon’ble Delhi High Court, marking a significant milestone in its unwavering fight against copyright infringement. The order grants Viacom18 the authority to protect from infringement of the ongoing reality shows, including Bigg Boss Hindi, Bigg Boss Kannada and the upcoming Bigg Boss Marathi.

    Bigg Boss, a highly popular reality show celebrated for its distinctive format featuring contestants from diverse backgrounds cohabiting and undertaking challenges for the coveted prize, is broadcast on the Viacom18 network through its COLORS branded Hindi and regional channels and on the JioCinema OTT app.

    The Delhi High Court, in its recent order, directed various rogue and pirate websites to be suspended/locked by respective domain name registrars. The court recognised the immense popularity of the shows in India and acknowledged Viacom18’s right in protecting the content. The order specifically restrains the rogue websites mentioned in the suit and further instructs Internet Service Providers (ISPs), the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeITy) to block access to such rogue websites. The order also allows Viacom18 to add any additional infringing websites using the name “Bigg Boss” in their domain or any other websites that are telecasting the program ‘Bigg Boss’ illegally and extend the injunction to such additional websites as well. This action aims to curb piracy and safeguard Viacom18’s substantial investment in producing and broadcasting these shows.

    This dynamic injunction order empowers Viacom18 to enforce its exploitation and broadcasting rights for the upcoming Bigg Boss events, ensuring that infringing activities are promptly addressed.  

    Commenting on the court’s decision, Viacom18 general counsel Anil Lale stated, “The issuance of this Dynamic Injunction Order underscores the court’s profound recognition of the inherent value of content and the pressing need to combat piracy in real-time. The proactive stance taken by the Honourable court provides invaluable support in our continuing fight against piracy.”

  • Rohit Sharma dominates social buzz in India-Pakistan ICC World Cup showdown

    Rohit Sharma dominates social buzz in India-Pakistan ICC World Cup showdown

    Mumbai: Excited cricket fans set social media ablaze with posts and memes during the highly-anticipated India vs. Pakistan match at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. Interactive Avenues, a leading full-service digital agency and the digital arm of IPG Mediabrands India released a comprehensive social media listening report around the intense match which ended in a crushing defeat for Pakistan. Based on extensive data gathered from social media platforms and popular cricket forums, the report deep dives into highlights of the social buzz before, during, and after the match.

    Interactive Avenues COO Shantanu Sirohi said, “The India vs. Pakistan match was one of the most talked about matches in this year’s World Cup tournament. Using best-in-class social listening tools, our Social team compiled a comprehensive report which unlocks valuable insights around player popularity and public sentiments, while revealing the most memorable, controversial, and heartwarming moments of the match.”

    Here are some key highlights from the report:

    Most popular players of the match:

    ●    Powered by his electrifying performance, Rohit Sharma emerged as the most talked about player, with 674.3K mentions.

    ●    Virat Kohli and Babar Azam were neck-to-neck for the #2 spot on social media chatter. Virat finally won the battle with 62K more mentions.

    Most talked about Indian and Pakistani players:

    ●    Among Indian players, Rohit Sharma was followed by Virat Kohli (364.8K), Jasprit Bumrah (129.3K), Mohammed Siraj (90.6K) and Shubman Gill (80.3K) on social media popularity charts.

    ●    The most talked about Pakistani player was Babar Azam (302.6K), followed by Mohammad Rizwan (121.8K), Haris Rauf (65.8K), Shaheen Afridi (43.9K) and Hasan Ali (42.4K).

    Fans heap praise on Rohit Sharma:

    ●    Rohit Sharma drove 3.1 Mn engagement and received the most praise as an exceptional captain for field setting, bowling changes, highest number of sixes and more.

    ●    Fans appreciated his becoming the first Indian to complete 300 sixes in ODI cricket along with his ability to handle high-pressure situations.

    Umpiring controversy:

    ●    Match umpire Marais Erasmus garnered 4.2K mentions and 10K engagements amidst fans’ accusations of not paying attention during the match and making biased decisions in favour of Pakistan.

    Jersey exchange controversy:

    ●    Virat Kohli gifting Babar Azam with a signed jersey after the match won 14.4K mentions.

    ●    Wasim Akram slamming Babar Azam for the on-field jersey exchange got 3.4K mentions.

    Sachin Tendulkar’s dig at Shoaib Akhtar:

    ●    Sachin Tendulkar savaged Shoaib Akhtar’s pre-match #ThandRakh message after India’s smashing 8-0 win, garnering 41.7K mentions.

    Player’s heartwarming gestures win hearts:

    ●    Virat Kohli’s sign language communication with his wife Anushka Sharma garnered 11.4K mentions and 121K engagements.

    ●    Rohit Sharma’s ‘fingers crossed’ gesture to his wife Ritika Sajdeh drove 5.8K mentions and 58.1K engagements.

    In total, the match generated a whopping 1.5 Mn mentions and 9.7 Mn engagements, with 78 per cent of the social chatter from India, 9 per cent from Pakistan and 13 per cent from other countries.

  • Zindagi and Applause Entertainment premiere ‘The Pink Shirt’ at SXSW Sydney

    Zindagi and Applause Entertainment premiere ‘The Pink Shirt’ at SXSW Sydney

    Mumbai: Yesterday at SXSW Sydney, renowned South Asian content studios Applause Entertainment and Zee’s Zindagi premiered their latest collaboration, The Pink Shirt. The 8-episode web series, starring Pakistani superstars Sajal Aly and Wahaj Ali, marked Applause Entertainment and Zindagi’s second project together and was received extremely well by Australian audiences! The series had its world premiere at Sydney’s Palace Central Cinema as part of the festival’s screen lineup and was the only South Asian Web Series selected this year. The iconic film and culture festival left its home in Austin, United States for the first time for Sydney, bringing global stars and music legends to Sydney this week.

    A collection of Sydney’s media and social influencers gathered to view the first two episodes of the series, which was followed by a robust Q&A with director Kashif Nisar, writer Bee Gul, and producer Shailja Kejriwal – where great ideas were exchanged about this groundbreaking collaboration between India and Pakistan and hopes for the future.

    Chief Creative Officer (Special Projects) Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., Shailja Kejriwal said, “We’re bringing lots of exciting content from Pakistan and bringing them into Indian homes, which I think has made a lot of difference in terms of how our neighbours are perceived by people in my country. Now we are meeting up with directors and writers, and the fact that we’re sitting here is a testament to that. Going forward we really hope for a day when we can shoot in each other’s countries. When we did Zeefinity there were six top directors from India and some of the top directors from Pakistan as well and the wish that they wanted to project, was that the borders should open and let the art flow seamlessly.”

    Pakistani screenwriter BeeGul said, “Television is a very important medium in my part of the world at least we do not have very established cinemas all we can watch in the world of entertainment is television. Almost 60 per cent of the world has television sets and we always knew that television was a very powerful medium in Pakistan. That was the only medium through which we could communicate with our audience and people. As a child when I was growing up, I watched a lot of television series and they definitely influenced my work and actually inspired me to write for the screen I would say!”

    The recently announced strategic partnership between the two renowned content studios Applause Entertainment and Zee’s Zindagi, promises to be a remarkable addition to the world of global entertainment as they prepare to head off to more film festivals around the globe in the coming year.

    The Pink Shirt is a riveting take on modern-day relationships, their love, challenges, and struggles in a raw & real way. The drama revolves around the journey of Sophia cast as Sajal Aly and Umer as Wahaj Ali being stuck in a toxic relationship with their respective partners Sameer and Sara and how they then discover an alluring intensity and embark on a transformative journey towards love that mends them as people.

    When talking about the leading actor Sajal Aly, Director Kashif Nisar said, ” Sajal owned this project like anything she does. The ownership of Sajal in this role was amazing – and believe you, me I directed her readiness… she was so much into the skin of this character. “

    Presented by Applause Entertainment, a Zindagi original ‘The Pink Shirt’ an 8-part web series, is a South Asian collaboration between India and Pakistan. Directed by Kashif Nisar & written by Bee Gul, starring Sajal Aly and Wahaj Ali, the series highlights a riveting take on modern-day relationships, their love, challenges, and struggles. Narrated in a raw & real way The Pink Shirt is a simple & confusing, tragic yet funny tale of broken and complex relationships.
     

  • COLORS launches the most passionate love story of the year, ‘Chand Jalne Laga’

    COLORS launches the most passionate love story of the year, ‘Chand Jalne Laga’

    Mumbai:  Known for its diverse content palette, COLORS has always delighted its viewers with a range of engaging shows. After the recent successful premiere of the new season of Bigg Boss and the conclusion of Khatron Ke Khiladi 13, the channel is now gearing up for the launch of an exciting new show. Continuing its tradition of presenting compelling love stories and kindling romance, COLORS is thrilled to introduce the fairytale romance drama, ‘Chand Jalne Laga’. The newest television pair, Vishal Aditya Singh and Kanika Mann as Dev and Tara respectively, whose story outlines the extraordinary journey of two childhood sweethearts, who once were each other’s sanctuary, but the cruel hand of fate pulls them apart. As the age-old wisdom goes, ‘Love is the fire that kindles the heart,’ ‘Chand Jalne Laga’ is that blazing fire, promising to be the most passionate love story of the year. Produced by Siddharth Kumar Tewary’s Swastik Productions, ‘Chand Jalne Laga’ premieres on the 23 of October and airs every Monday to Friday at 9:30 pm only on COLORS.

    In the backdrop of a scenic vineyard, the love story begins with Dev and Tara, who are inseparable as kids. Dev has the unique gift of understanding horses and works as a stable boy for a wealthy zamindar family, and Tara is its caged princess, who fears nearly everything. Both find solace in each other’s presence. As grown-ups, their paths cross after being separated by a huge misunderstanding, both having undergone a massive transformation. Dev, who was once optimistic and sensitive, makes a fortune and turns into a man with angst and a steely resolve. On the other hand, the fearful and dependent Tara becomes a confident and fearless lady after her family loses its riches. With the passage of time, a lot has changed in their lives except for a few things. Will those be enough to rekindle the passionate love they once shared?

    Producer Siddharth Kumar Tewary said, “Swastik Productions takes pride in crafting impactful and heartfelt stories that have reigned over television. We are excited to present Chand Jalne Laga, the most passionate love story of the year. It traces the fairytale romance of Dev and Tara, who were once in love but came to be torn apart by unforeseeable circumstances. Shedding light on what it means to be in love, this show explores the inner world of two individuals, who levelled up against the challenges of life but lost the solace they sought in each other. It is incredible to be collaborating with COLORS, and we aspire to offer the audience a show canvassed with stunning visuals, soulful music, and elegant storytelling.”

    Sharing her thoughts on essaying the role of Tara, Kanika Mann said, “In a world where love often takes a backseat to chaos and ambition, ‘Chand Jalne Laga’ is a beautiful reminder that true love can weather any storm. It’s a story that has an old-world charm, and the potential to rekindle our faith in love. I’m thrilled to join hands with COLORS and Swastik Productions, the creative forces that have entertained viewers with diverse shows. Portraying Tara in this romantic tale has been an amazing experience because I strongly feel that she has a striking resemblance to my real personality. All I can say is, gear up for a love story that is as unpredictable as life itself, and get ready to rediscover the magic of pure, unbridled passion!”

    Set to be seen embodying the role of Dev, Vishal Aditya Singh said, “I’ve had the privilege of working with COLORS and Swastik Productions earlier, and I’m excited to be working with them once again for Chand Jalne Laga. After Bigg Boss 13, I was waiting to spearhead a love story. I think the patience paid off and I’m grateful for it. The viewers have showered an immense amount of love on all the characters I’ve essayed so far. I’m sure that they will appreciate Dev and relate to the kind of love, pain and separation captured in this show.”

    Sparking excitement among viewers, COLORS recently launched the romantic music video of ‘Chand Jalne Laga,’ which garnered a thunderous response across social media platforms.  It amassed 31.3 million in reach and 4 million views within the first four days. The show wrote itself into the history of television as the first one to have a digital-first release of a love anthem.

    Will Dev and Tara be able to rekindle their lost love as fate brings them together once again? Find out as ‘Chand Jalne Laga’ premieres on the 23 of October, airing every Monday to Friday at 9:30 pm only on COLORS.

  • Amuz Distribution announces remake deal with Tucker Tooley Entertainment

    Amuz Distribution announces remake deal with Tucker Tooley Entertainment

    Mumbai: Amuz Distribution’s global distribution VP Alex Avon, has announced a format license deal with Tucker Tooley Entertainment for the U.S. territory for The Boys —  a sports-themed Friendship-based factual show.

    The Boys is a scripted factual comedy series about friendship, life, love, and sports. Centering around a group of friends from different walks off life — from surgeons to police officers — they face life’s challenges together on and off the sports’ field. For eleven guys, Monday is their favorite day of the week when these part-time gladiators pull on, with pride and some difficulty, a jersey emblazoned with their team crest THE BOYS. These old timers continue to play “the world’s greatest game” and meet at Stan’s Bar, to down a pitcher of brew. They hang out, argue, complain, throw fists, and eventually hug and make up. The Boys is a prime-time comedy series and was one of the biggest French-Canadian TV franchises in Canada. During its run, it had a 38 per cent market share on Radio-Canada TV with 73 TV episodes and 5 movies under its belt.

    Avon stated, “Amuz Distribution is thrilled to partner with Tucker Tooley Entertainment for our fun, heart-felt comedy series The Boys, beloved by major audiences in Quebec. This sports-themed friendship-based show is perfect for localization. We look forward to seeing the shows on air in the U.S.”

    Tucker Tooley Entertainment development & production VP Christian Parent added, “We are beyond excited to team up with Amuz Distribution to adapt the highly acclaimed series from Quebec, ‘The Boys’ for the U.S. audience. Give their proven track record and our passion for storytelling, we’re confident this series will captivate American fans, offering a truly unique and immersive experience.”

  • The ‘Osasuna Experience’ is launched as an innovative way to live football

    The ‘Osasuna Experience’ is launched as an innovative way to live football

    Mumbai: CA Osasuna is continuing to grow thanks to a forward-thinking model and the desire to place club members, supporters and sponsors at the centre of all social and commercial activities. This was clear to see with the recent launch of several spaces inside their stadium, called El Sadar, where a series of innovative services are being offered to supporters. There are hospitality areas, for staging events and for experiencing matches of Los Rojillos in an exclusive way, and there are new VIP seats to make games even more special. By implementing these changes and by redeveloping the stadium as a whole in 2021, the club is clearly looking to offer fans and partners even more exclusive experiences, and this should make the stadium a profitable venue 365 days a year.

    With this, CA Osasuna is following the trend of many LALIGA EA SPORTS clubs in seeking to offer a better service to supporters and to sponsors. In this case, they’re doing so by providing almost double the number of hospitality areas in order to meet the ever-increasing demand for VIP seats at El Sadar, which is helping the Navarre club to achieve economic goals. As the club stated: “With the El Sadar redevelopment from a few years ago, we are working to expand and improve the hospitality areas available at the stadium, as we understand that the demand for this type of space is increasing. The proof is that we have practically doubled the capacity of this type of area and the current occupancy 0rate is over 90 per cent. This has allowed us to improve the experience that many fans have at our matches and to considerably increase the profitability of the stadium. We realised that we should include all of the stadium operations, those of matchdays and of non-matchdays, under one banner, which is ‘Osasuna Experience’.”

    At CA Osasuna, directors are aware of the importance of building loyalty and improving the service they provide to fans and partners. They believe that, when it comes to sponsors, it’s important to be able to offer them exclusive spaces and experiences within the club facilities, so that these companies can organise business days or events where they can invite their own partners and customers. This forms part of the ‘Osasuna Experience’. The club explained: “It’s important for us that our sponsors do not see us simply as a space for advertising on the shirt or on a board. That model is no longer as successful as it was a few years ago. Nowadays, our sponsors are interested in being able to link their sponsorship to experiences that they can offer to their clients or commercial partners, such as being able to come to the stadium to watch a match, enjoy a tour or simply attend an event.”

    For Los Rojillos, it’s especially important to be able to make use of the venue on days when there isn’t a football fixture. They said: “It’s vital for the club to be prepared to offer these types of experiences, otherwise we’d be shutting ourselves off from the modern concept of sponsorship. That’s why the use of our rooms and hospitality areas isn’t limited to matchdays. Instead, we offer spaces that can be used 365 days a year to adapt to what companies demand nowadays. For a sponsor, it can sometimes be more useful to hold an event at El Sadar on a working day for their best clients or salespeople than to have an advertising board at the ground.”

    Moreover, CA Osasuna recognises that fan loyalty is very high and that offering new VIP experiences, as with the ‘Osasuna Experience’, only enhances the image of the club in the eyes of the fanbase. The club added: “Since the redevelopment of the stadium, which now has around 23,500 seats, we can’t take on more members and currently have around 3,000 people on the waiting list, and we can only offer a small quota each season. This season, for example, the renewal rate was over 99 per cent.”

    Furthermore, occupancy rates for the hospitality spaces are also very high. The club concluded: “The private boxes we have for companies are all sold out and there are businesses on the waiting list. There are also several areas where the VIP seats are sold individually and we also have an occupancy rate of around 90 per cent there, while the rest of those seats are put on sale for each match.”