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  • ‘Fast and Furious 7’ retitled

    ‘Fast and Furious 7’ retitled

    MUMBAI: All set to launch the new edition of the famous Fast and Furious series, Universal Studios announced the latest installment will be renamed to Furious 7 and that the first trailer of the movie will  be premiered on 1 November.

     

    The trailer launch will be a part of ‘The Road to Furious 7: Trailer Launch Event at Universal Studios’ which will be held in Los Angeles. The event will also be live streamed exclusively on the Fast & Furious official Facebook page and E! Network.

     

    Fans can also attend the event by purchasing ticket available on 27 October on the official Fast and Furious social pages.

     

    The new synopsis posted reads, “Continuing the global exploits in the unstoppable franchise built on speed, Vin Diesel, Paul Walker and Dwayne Johnson lead the returning cast of ‘Furious 7.’ James Wan directs this chapter of the hugely successful series that also welcomes back favorites Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson, Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges, Elsa Pataky and Lucas Black.”

     

    “They are joined by international action stars new to the franchise including Jason Statham, Djimon Hounsou, Tony Jaa, Ronda Rousey and Kurt Russell. Neal H Moritz, Vin Diesel and Michael Fottrell return to produce the film written by Chris Morgan.”

     

    The movie will hit US theaters on 3 April 2015, after being pushed back a year due to Paul Walker’s untimely death. Also it is rumoured that Paul’s character will be retired rather than killed in the film. His final scenes have been created using his brothers Caleb and Cody as stand-ins and with the help of body double’s to recreate his voice and face.

     

    Meanwhile, the pic’s official YouTube page posted two new videos. One titled ‘The Road to Furious 7’ contains footage from the franchise’s previous films while the other one titled ‘7 Seconds of 7’ is a short behind-the-scene video featuring the cast.

  • ‘Awkward’ and ‘Complete Savages’ add to the LOL moments on Comedy Central

    ‘Awkward’ and ‘Complete Savages’ add to the LOL moments on Comedy Central

    MUMBAI: India’s only 24/7 comedy channel – Comedy Central is giving viewers two brand new reasons to laugh louder this March! As the festivities of the year begin, Comedy Central brings cheer & laughter with brand new episodes of Season 3 of Awkward that premiers onMarch 17, 2014 from Monday to Wednesday at 10 pm and an all new comedy show called Complete Savages airing March 24, 2014 – Monday to Wednesday at 10:30pm.

    Here’s a peek into the new shows hitting the screens this March from the house of Comedy Central India!

     

    Awkward Season 3:This popular teen show follows the life of Jenna, an unpopular 15 year old who gains immediate, yet unwanted, popularity at high school when the student body mistakes an accident she has for a suicide attempt. Season 3 will see Jenna and her friends take a trip to Europe while a lot more complications add to Jenna’s love life. It’s a show that focuses on entirely recognizable teenage pains, as endured by a teenager; the youth can immediately connect with. Winner of Favorite Cable TV Comedy at People’s Choice Awards, USA 2013 – Awkward is the perfect combination of fun, hilarity and sentiments. Tune in at 10 pm every Monday to Wednesday starting March 17, 2014 to catch up with Jenna in Awkward -Season 3!

    Complete Savages:The series focuses on single dad Nick Savage struggling to raise his unruly sons, Jack, Chris, Sam, Kyle and T.J. alone, following the abandonment of their mother ten years ago. His five sons are constantly stirring up trouble and creating unpredictable circumstances for the entire family to resolve in one way or another. With comic twists and turns, watch a single father learn a new lesson every day as he brings up his children on Complete Savages – premiering March 24, 2014 – every Monday to Wednesday at 10.30 pm.

    Get ready to ROFL this March with Comedy Central’s two latest offerings – Awkward season 3 and Complete Savages!

     

  • Aegis Media acquires China’s Trio Digital

    Aegis Media acquires China’s Trio Digital

    MUMBAI: Aegis Media acquired Trio Digital Integrated, a full-service digital agency in China.

    The acquisition will see Trio rebranded as Trio Isobar and become part of the Isobar China group, which already includes wwwins Isobar and OMP.

    Chris Chen will continue as CEO and executive creative director of Trio Isobar, supported by general manager April Chang and deputy general manager Britney Pai.

    Commenting on the acquisition, Aegis Media Asia Pacific CEO Nick Waters said, “Trio is a top class digital marketing agency with high quality creative credentials. Bringing Trio into the group adds another dimension to our market leading digital capabilities in China. This is an exciting move and we welcome Chris and his team to the company.”

    Isobar Asia Pacific CEO and global chief strategy officer Jean Lin added, “Trio offers great credibility in China when it comes to integrated creative and digital innovation, not to mention the agency’s pioneering spirit and strength of talent – something Isobar is always on the lookout for around the world. The addition of Trio will make Isobar one of the largest digital marketing agency networks, with over 700 digital specialists in China, including wwwins Isobar and OMP.”

    “Isobar’s reputation is strong in China, so when the opportunity arose to join the Aegis Media network, it was an obvious decision and one that will grow our business exponentially,” Trio Isobar CEO and ECD Chris Chen said, adding, “Isobar’s full-service digital focus and scope also allows us to connect with clients across Aegis Media in China and provide increased capabilities across the network.”