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  • Chris Rock narrates NBA’s new campaign: ‘Playoff Mode. It’s a Thing’

    Chris Rock narrates NBA’s new campaign: ‘Playoff Mode. It’s a Thing’

    Mumbai – The NBA has debuted its new campaign, “Playoff Mode. It’s a Thing,” which is now streaming across all @NBA social platforms and on the NBA App.  The campaign premieres tonight on TNT during the 2024 SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament, which tips off with the Los Angeles Lakers taking on the New Orleans Pelicans at 7:30 p.m. ET, followed by the Golden State Warriors visiting the Sacramento Kings at 10:00 p.m. ET, as each team competes to secure a spot in the 2024 NBA Playoffs presented by Google Pixel.

    Narrated by actor, filmmaker and comedy icon Chris Rock, “Playoff Mode. It’s a Thing” highlights NBA players as they prepare to compete for postseason glory and earn a spot in the NBA Finals presented by YouTube TV.

    Two-time Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and 2023 NBA champion Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets) and five-time NBA All-Star Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics) headline a cast of NBA stars that includes Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks), Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder), Chet Holmgren (Thunder), Damian Lillard (Milwaukee Bucks), Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers) and Jalen Williams (Thunder). The players are joined by ESPN’s Malika Andrews, TNT Sports analyst and NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, Latin music superstar Anuel AA, celebrity chef Guy Fieri and five-time GRAMMY Award-winning rapper Lil Wayne.

    The film opens with Tatum in a press conference as Andrews poses a simple question: “Is Playoff Jayson a thing?”  Although he denies it, the highlights speak for themselves.  Rock then asks each player the same question, to which all repeatedly insist, “It’s not a thing” over a string of highlights that prove otherwise.  Ultimately, Rock arrives at the only acceptable conclusion – it’s clearly a thing.

    “The campaign plays on the idea that the playoffs unlock an elevated version of all of us, from passionate fans to the unrivaled competitors across the league,” said NBA Chief Marketing Officer Tammy Henault. “We are also thrilled to unveil a new original sound that captures the spirit of the game, and over time, will build association with our fans around the world, instantly igniting their excitement for the NBA.”

    “Playoff Mode. It’s a Thing”, which was directed by Felix Brady and created in collaboration with Translation.  A corresponding print, digital and audio campaign will also be featured in high-impact placements such as out-of-home across more than ten U.S. cities and at major events.

    Ahead of the NBA Playoffs presented by Google Pixel, the league is also debuting its first signature sonic brand identity which captures the authentic sounds of the game – the bounce of the ball, the squeak of a sneaker on hardwood, the growing anticipation of the crowd and the scoring swish of the net.  The sound is synchronized with a dynamic animation of the NBA logo, creating a sensory association for fans and connecting them to premium, authentic content across the league’s digital portfolio.  Fans will see and hear the new identity in the NBA Original all-access postseason docuseries “Chasing History,” which debuted on April 15 on the NBA App, as well as other content within the NBA’s digital platforms. The next episode of “Chasing History,” which will recap the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament, will be available on Saturday, April 20.

    The SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament tips off tonight on TNT with Lakers vs. Pelicans at 7:30 p.m. ET, followed by Warriors vs. Kings at 10:00 p.m. ET.  It continues Wednesday on ESPN when the Miami Heat visit the Philadelphia 76ers at 7:00 p.m. ET and the Chicago Bulls host the Atlanta Hawks at 9:30 p.m. ET.  The SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament will conclude on Friday, April 19.  The NBA Playoffs presented by Google Pixel will begin on Saturday, April 20. 

  • Chris Rock will make history as the first artist to perform live on Netflix

    Chris Rock will make history as the first artist to perform live on Netflix

    Mumbai: OTT platform Netflix has announced that comedian, writer, director and actor Chris Rock will be the first artist to perform live on Netflix for the company’s first-ever live, global streaming event. The comedy special is set to stream in early 2023. Additional details will be announced at a later date.

    “Rock is one of the most iconic and important comedic voices of our generation. We’re thrilled the entire world will be able to experience a live Chris Rock comedy event and be a part of Netflix history. This will be an unforgettable moment and we’re so honored that Rock is carrying this torch” said Netflix vice president stand-up and comedy formats Robbie Praw.

    This is Rock’s second Netflix stand-up special. His first, Chris Rock: Tamborine, debuted in February 2018.

    The live event builds on Netflix’s live comedy slate. It said that Netflix is a Joke: The Festival was the biggest live, in-person event in Netflix history, taking place in Spring 2022. The unprecedented event sold more than 260,000 tickets, featuring more than 330 comedians performing 295 shows across more than 35 venues in Los Angeles. The festival also featured the first ever stand-up show at Dodger Stadium.

    Netflix says that it is the definitive home for all things comedy. Live events are one facet of Netflix’s unmatched ecosystem for comedic talent, as the entertainment company continues to invest in scripted comedy for TV and film, stand-up, sketch, comedy formats, and animation.

  • Binge with Star World this September

    Binge with Star World this September

    Mumbai: India’s premiere entertainment channels Star World and Star World HD, are set to add some much needed drama and more to your weekends come September! Home to some of the best English entertainment in India, ‘Star World Weekend Binge’ will showcase three Emmy-nominated shows all through September. These include Season 2 of the musical drama, Empire; Season 2 of the legal drama, How To Get Away With Murder; and Season 2 of the family drama, Black-ish.

    The first three weekends of the month will be the perfect time to catch up on all that one may have missed in the previous seasons of Empire and How to Get Away with Murder, especially with new seasons of both shows being just around the corner on Star World and Star World HD. How to Get Away With Murder will air on 3rd, 4th and 10th September and Empire will air on 11th, 17th and 18th September on both the channels. This is the perfect opportunity for viewers to recap the happenings with the Lyon family in Empire and the Keating 5 in How to Get Away With Murder.

    An American musical drama centered around a mix of hip hop and soul music, Empire highlights the many complications and goings-on in the glamorous yet dark underbelly of the entertainment industry as the Lyon family fights to reign control over their company. With numerous popular stars such as Ludacris, Kelly Rowland, Chris Rock and Alicia Keys, to name a few, making their appearance in Season 2, this is definitely one of those shows one cannot miss this September.

    How To Get Away With Murder follows the journey of Annalise Keating as she not only guides her clique of students in the art of legal proceedings but also grapples with dark secrets of her own and her students. Season 2 of the show starts by focusing on the death of Rebecca and the adoptive parents of the Hapstall twins. With a whole lot of mystery coupled with an award worthy performance by Viola Davis, this show should be on everyone’s watch list.

    Ending September on a comic front, fans will get a watch the antics of the Johnson family led by patriarch Andre, ‘Dre’ Johnson, as he maneuvers his and his family’s life to match that of the society. ‘Black – ish’ will air on the channels over the weekend of 24th and 25th September.

    So mark your calendars this September and get ready to binge on some of the biggest shows the year has to offer!

  • Binge with Star World this September

    Binge with Star World this September

    Mumbai: India’s premiere entertainment channels Star World and Star World HD, are set to add some much needed drama and more to your weekends come September! Home to some of the best English entertainment in India, ‘Star World Weekend Binge’ will showcase three Emmy-nominated shows all through September. These include Season 2 of the musical drama, Empire; Season 2 of the legal drama, How To Get Away With Murder; and Season 2 of the family drama, Black-ish.

    The first three weekends of the month will be the perfect time to catch up on all that one may have missed in the previous seasons of Empire and How to Get Away with Murder, especially with new seasons of both shows being just around the corner on Star World and Star World HD. How to Get Away With Murder will air on 3rd, 4th and 10th September and Empire will air on 11th, 17th and 18th September on both the channels. This is the perfect opportunity for viewers to recap the happenings with the Lyon family in Empire and the Keating 5 in How to Get Away With Murder.

    An American musical drama centered around a mix of hip hop and soul music, Empire highlights the many complications and goings-on in the glamorous yet dark underbelly of the entertainment industry as the Lyon family fights to reign control over their company. With numerous popular stars such as Ludacris, Kelly Rowland, Chris Rock and Alicia Keys, to name a few, making their appearance in Season 2, this is definitely one of those shows one cannot miss this September.

    How To Get Away With Murder follows the journey of Annalise Keating as she not only guides her clique of students in the art of legal proceedings but also grapples with dark secrets of her own and her students. Season 2 of the show starts by focusing on the death of Rebecca and the adoptive parents of the Hapstall twins. With a whole lot of mystery coupled with an award worthy performance by Viola Davis, this show should be on everyone’s watch list.

    Ending September on a comic front, fans will get a watch the antics of the Johnson family led by patriarch Andre, ‘Dre’ Johnson, as he maneuvers his and his family’s life to match that of the society. ‘Black – ish’ will air on the channels over the weekend of 24th and 25th September.

    So mark your calendars this September and get ready to binge on some of the biggest shows the year has to offer!

  • Showbiz India finds a new home on B4U music

    Showbiz India finds a new home on B4U music

    MUMBAI: B4U MUSIC- the leading global Bollywood channel will now be the new home for Showbiz India, a weekly programme showing the very latest in Bollywood movies and music.

    Showbiz India is the leading entertainment show presented by the talented Reshma Dordi for over 15 years in the USA. From exclusive updates and Bollywood news to in-depth interviews with the biggest stars, Showbiz India covers all.

    What sets Showbiz India apart is a driven team of producers, writers and correspondents with exclusive access to Bollywood and Hollywood stars.

    From the Bachchans to the Khans to the Kapoors, almost every star in Bollywood has shared their stories on Showbiz India. As if that’s not enough, Hollywood biggies like Mike Myers, Justin Timberlake, Chris Rock and Cindy Crawford have all dished the latest on their lives with Showbiz India.

    Besides the film world, the programme also focuses on fresh and unconventional fashion and lifestyle segments and covers the latest South Asian events in USA.

    The programme will be aired in USA and CANADA and in over 100 countries including UK, Middle East, and Africa.

    Reshma Dordi, Executive Producer and Lead Anchor states, “We’re excited to collaborate with B4U Music, a channel that has always been a Bollywood lover’s favorite. We at Showbiz India are excited that our new home with its global reach will showcase the best of Bollywood and Hollywood to a worldwide audience”


    “B4U is extremely excited to join forces with Showbiz India and provide a platform for the show to expand, evolve and reach a global audience. This affiliation means that B4U will further be able to bring our viewers the very best in worldwide entertainment, with exclusive interviews and exciting events” says Kevin Rego, Head Of B4U Sales And Marketing (International).

    Showbiz India will air weekly on  4U Music Saturdays 11am EST and Sundays 2pm EST from 5th October and in the UK from November.

  • Green Day, Will Smith triumph at Nick US’ Kids Choice Awards

    Green Day, Will Smith triumph at Nick US’ Kids Choice Awards

    MUMBAI: Rock group Green Day, Will Smith, Lindsay Lohan and Chris Rock were among those who captured Kids’ Choice Blimp Awards at Nickelodeon’s 19th Annual Kids’ Choice Awards

    US kids honoured their favourites at this year’s inimitable kudos/mess-slime fest hosted on April Fools’ Day by actor Jack Black at the University of Califronia.

    Smith was voted as Favorite Movie Actor for Hitch. This marked Smith’s fifth Blimp. Lindsay Lohan nabbed the award for Favourite Movie Actress for Herbie Fully Loaded. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire won for Favourite Movie.

    Chris Rock clinched the award for Favorite Voice in an Animated Movie for Madagascar. Nick’s own SpongeBob SquarePants absorbed honours for the fourth consecutive year as Favourite Cartoon. Drake & Josh won for Favoyrite TV show. Lance Armstrong scored a Blimp for Favourite Athlete.

    In music, Green Day picked up a pair for Music Group and for the song Wake Me Up When September Ends. Jesse McCartney and the winner of the first edition of American Idol Kelly Clarkson won for male and female singer

    A highlight of the show was a aerial skiing slime stunt. US Olympic Freestyle Aerial Skier Ryan St. Onge nailed a gravity-defying freestyle ski stunt off a snowy slope, plunging into a 10,000-gallon tank of Nickelodeon’s signature green slime.

    Skateboarding Slime Diver Tony Hawk hosted the stunt.To the crowd’s delight, slime flowed freely throughout the show, targetting kids in the mosh pit as well as celebrities. An elated Adam Sandler got down and messy. In a climatic moment of mess, slime showers splashed down on a surprised Robin Williams drenching him from head to toe. Then in a “gotcha” moment, the impish Williams took the reins and turned to spread the goo, turning Jack Black a gleeful green.