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  • Banijay Asia joins hands with MS Dhoni

    Banijay Asia joins hands with MS Dhoni

    MUMBAI: Banijay Asia, the production house, helmed by Deepak Dhar has partnered with Dhoni Entertainment Pvt Ltd which is led by cricketer— Mahendra Singh Dhoni, with an aim to create engaging and exciting content across various genres.  

    The vision of this partnership is to create premium content that will be distributed across multiple platforms in Indian and South East Asian markets. Banijay founder and CEO Deepak Dhar said, “In this partnership, I am excited and looking forward to work with Suraj Singh, Mihir Diwakar, and Seemant Lohani to build the collaboration between Dhoni Entertainment Pvt Ltd and Banijay Asia.”

    Dhar is bringing a plethora of content across different subjects. Credited with over two decades of expansive experience, he has also contributed greatly in changing the landscape of content across platforms and ruled the world of TRPs with some of the most talked about shows in the history of Indian Television like ‘Bigg Boss’, ‘The Great Indian Laughter Challenge’, ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’ amongst the others.

    Mahendra Singh Dhoni said, “The Bigg Boss, Mr. Deepak Dhar has been introducing disruptive content to the audiences since more than two decades. I am really excited to join hands with Banijay Asia, I am overwhelmed and looking forward to creating exciting content for my audiences. I hope with this partnership I keep up to the expectations of my fans who have been supporting me and looking up to me. In 2019, we promise to create energising, exciting and enthralling content for the audiences across platforms.”

  • Banijay Asia ropes in Rishi Negi as chief operating officer

    Banijay Asia ropes in Rishi Negi as chief operating officer

    MUMBAI: Banijay Asia, founded by Deepak Dhar, has appointed Rishi Negi as chief operating officer (COO). The group recently announced its entry into the region with a commitment of producing scripted and non-scripted content across genres including digital and films for India and South East Asia. Negi will report Dhar, Endemol Shine’s former managing director.

    Talking about his new role, Negi said, “With so much happening in the entertainment industry, we aspire to produce some exceptional and challenging content across genres. Deepak Dhar’s vision is to build Banijay Asia as undisputed leader in the content space for the region, and I am looking forward to working with him closely in this journey.”

    Negi joins Banijay Asia with over two decades of experiences across entertainment, hospitality and retail. His repertoire of work includes key positions to drive growth strategies across corporate giants like Emerald Asia Media, Fame India Limited, Pizzeria Restaurants and Taj Group of Hotels amongst others.

    Banijay Group recently entered the Asian market in partnership with media veteran Dhar. The newly formed entity, Banijay Asia, will produce content, fiction, non-fiction, digital programming and films, across platforms.

    Commenting on the latest development Dhar said, “We are extremely delighted to have Rishi on-board the Banijay family. His vast experience and expertise is the perfect addition to our growing team and I am confident he will add much more momentum to our journey of becoming leading content producers in the region.”

    The group has a growing library of formats and programming of more than 20,000 hours spanning entertainment, factual, drama, factual entertainment, kids and reality.

    Some of the leading formats and shows include Versailles, Occupied, Rebecka Martinsson, The Restaurant, Black Lake, The Secret Life of Four Year Olds, Survivor, Undressed, Temptation Island, Keeping up with the Kardashians, Fort Boyard, All Against One, Wolf Creek, Underbelly, Wife Swap, Wild Things, Being Human, Location LocationLocation and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo among many others.

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    Banijay Asia and Salman Khan TV collaborates to create content for digital and tv

    Banijay Group in 50:50 JV with Deepak Dhar for India ops

  • Banijay Asia and Salman Khan TV collaborates to create content for digital and tv

    Banijay Asia and Salman Khan TV collaborates to create content for digital and tv

    MUMBAI: World’s largest independent content creation group, Banijay Group recently entered Indian & South East Asian market under the guidance of Deepak Dhar with an aim to produce content across genres. Banijay Asia &SK TV, which was launched few years back, come together to create novel and stimulating content for TV and web. This partnership will seeBanijay Asia through Deepak Dharand SK TV providing scripted and non-scripted content across the numerous interesting genres for Indian and South East Asian markets.

    Commenting on the association, Deepak Dhar, the founder and CEO of Banijay said “I am really looking forward for this association as creating ground-breaking content for India and South East Asia, creating challenging content has been my forte. This is an extremely substantial partnership for us to associate with SK TV. With the emerging shows, in television and digital this collaboration will build our presence in India and South East Asia”

    Mr. Salman Khan for SK TVadds”This country is home to various talented people who don’t get a fair chance to prove themselves, we at SK TV not only aim to produce engaging content with our partners like Banijay Group but also provide a fair platform to these young and budding individuals. Honestly, the employment opportunities I can provide on the film front are limited because I am able to do only 1 or maximum 2 films each year. However, SK TV has a broader base where we will be coming up with multiple shows across various genres hence generating better employment opportunities for these hidden talents who aspire to make it big!”
     

  • Banijay Group in 50:50 JV with Deepak Dhar for India ops

    Banijay Group in 50:50 JV with Deepak Dhar for India ops

    MUMBAI: French content powerhouse Banijay Group is setting up its operations for India and South East Asia in partnership with former Endemol India managing director Deepak Dhar.

    Dhar will hold 50 per cent equity in Banijay Asia as its founder-CEO for South East Asia operations. He will head the new business, leading content strategies, partnerships and alliances across the region, with a central focus on India. He stepped down as managing director of Endemol Shine India in December last year having previously held key positions at Star TV, Channel V and MTV.

    The new JV, Banijay Asia, will produce content across multiple genres, including digital and films for India and South East Asia. Dhar will lead business, content strategies, partnerships and alliances in the region, with India being central focus.

    “Creating innovative and engaging content has been a passion for me, and I am always on a lookout for challenging opportunities,” Dhar said in a statement. “Creating a strong foundation in Southeast Asia is the next crucial step for [Banijay Group] and I am excited to be helming this move.”

    Banijay is an independent content creation group for television and multimedia platforms. Spread across entities in seventeen territories, its library includes programming spanning genres like entertainment, drama, factual entertainment, kids and reality; all licensed internationally by its global distribution arm Banijay Rights. Some notable formats include reality television series Keeping up with the Kardashians, crime drama series Underbelly and ABC’s reality television program Wife Swap.

    Banijay Group COO Peter Langenberg said, “This is an extremely significant partnership for us as we continue to build our presence in India and South-East Asia, one of the most dynamic and burgeoning regions in the world. We are very excited about the wide-ranging opportunities Deepak’s experience and expertise will bring to the group.”

    “After my last role at Endemol, I was looking for an opportunity that could satiate my passion to create innovative and engaging content, while at the same time, have the potential to scale at multiple levels. This partnership with Banijay Group matches perfectly with what I was seeking,” Dhar said.

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    Deepak Dhar bids adieu to Endemol after a decade

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  • Abhishek Rege elevated as Endemol CEO

    Abhishek Rege elevated as Endemol CEO

    MUMBAI: Another big news has come right after Endemol Shine India managing director and CEO put down his papers. The COO of the production house, Abhishek Rege, is being elevated as the new CEO. 

    A source close to the development confirmed the news to Indiantelevision.com that Dhar will be starting his own venture and Rege will helm the company.

    Rege has been associated with Endemol for more than seven years now. He worked with Endemol in 2007 for three years as head of commercial and legal before joining Viacom 18 as director business operation, international business. 

    Then he rejoined Endemol in 2012 as chief operating officer of the television section and later was promoted to chief operating officer of the production house in September 2016. 

  • Deepak Dhar bids adieu to Endemol after a decade

    Deepak Dhar bids adieu to Endemol after a decade

    MUMBAI: After 11 years of being with Endemol Shine India, managing director and CEO Deepak Dhar has resigned from his position. 

    Dhar has contributed greatly and ruled the world of TRPs with some of the most talked about shows like Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi.

    A source close to the development has confirmed the news to Indiantelevision.com 

    Dhar joined Endemol in 2006 as a creative director and later he was promoted as managing director in 2008. In April 2012, he was promoted as managing director and CEO of the production house.   

    Prior to joining Endemol, Dhar worked with Star Network as group head for five years. He also worked for three years with MTV as senior producer. 

  • Bigg Boss on Star Maa & Vijay captivate viewers

    MUMBAI: Bigg Boss, the reality show has done it again! After captivating the audience in Hindi, Kannada and Bangla, the show has emerged a winner in the Telugu and Tamil markets as well.

    Endemol Shine India’s Tamil and Telugu versions of Bigg Boss were recently launched on Star Vijay and Star Maa respectively. The Tamil and Telugu shows hosted by Kamala Hassan and Jr NTR respectively have been well received and have garnered a lot of viewer appreciation.

    Endemol Shine India CEO and MD Deepak Dhar said, “The format of the show has been well received. Now in its fifth language and 18th season, it is the most popular show across the country entertaining viewers from all strata’s of the society. The amazing ratings garnered by Telugu and Tamil version of Bigg Boss are a testament to the acceptance of the show.”

    Endemol Shine, the only production house in India to produce the Big Brother format (Bigg Boss in India) in multiple languages, produces over 500 episodes in a calendar year.

  • Child prodigies on Colors’ ‘Chhote Miyan Dhaakad’ from 25 Mar

    MUMBAI: Bringing double bonanza of endless laughter and giggles is Colors’ newest offering, Chhote Miyan Dhaakad.

    Putting spotlight on the little laughter-whizzes of our country, this fresh take on comedy, laden with innocence, will lighten up the primetime viewing of the audiences over the weekend. Guiding these little wonders while they brighten your mood with their guileless humor will be comedy connoisseurs and judges, Neha Dhupia and Sohail Khan and anchored by Bharti Singh.

    Produced by Endemol Shine India, Chhote Miyan Dhaakad will witness the young brigade team up to generate fresh waves of laughter starting 25 March, every Saturday and Sunday at 6pm and 10pm on Colors.

    Colors programming head Manisha Sharma said, “At Colors, we have attempted different formats within the comedy genre. This time we decided to let the children take the centerstage and show their alacrity in the art of comedy. Neha and Sohail are great with kids and we found them to be a perfect fit for the show with Bharti guiding them with her enthusiasm as an anchor.”

    Chhote Miyan Dhaakad, a battlefield of comic jibes, will be waged by 12 budding laughter gurus. Using stand-up comedy as their weapon of choice, these contestants, handpicked from across the country, will show audiences why they are superior than, if not as good as, any adult comedian. Divided into three groups of four each, these young powerhouses will not only showcase group performances but also solo acts that will prove their mettle on the laughter stage. Joining the budding group of talent will be their partner-in-crime and host Bharti Singh, who will encourage the contestants to push the envelope with their performances.

    The most daunting job, though, will be that of comic buffs Neha Dhupia and Sohail Khan who will be tasked with the role of the Principals of the comedy arena as they judge the tiny tots’ attempts to set the laughter ball rolling across the country.

    Commenting on his role as judge, actor Sohail Khan said, “Chhote Miyan Dhaakad goes where no other comedy show has gone in the past; it recognizes the talent of the younger generation and gives them the platform to entertain the entire country with their antics. The rib-tickling moments that these young crusaders have been creating during the course of the shoot makes us believe that they’re the next big thing on television. I am extremely proud to be able to partake in their journey, and commend Colors for putting the spotlight on their comic prowess. These little wonders will spin their magic and take the nation by storm!”

    Adding further, Dhupia said, “Chhote Miyan Dhaakad is a format that tugs at the innocence and simplicity in humour, delivered with utmost confidence by young talent. Colors has a strong legacy in delivering interesting comic formats and content, and I am happy to be associated with this show. I especially love the fact that I got an opportunity to witness the budding talent that hold the potential to emerge as tomorrow’s comic stalwarts.”

    Ranging between 4 & 14 years of age, the up and coming comedy brigade who will compete on the Chhote Miyan Dhaakad laughter playground include Kavya Ramani (Mumbai), Agrima Dogra (Noida), Vedansh Pagare (Indore), Parth Dhamija (New Delhi), Ridhima Taneja (Ludhiana), Manav Khyali (Rajasthan), Sargam Khurana (New Delhi), Keyan Gadia (Indore), Preetjyot Singh (Ranchi), Tamanna Dipak (Assam), Divyansh Dwivedi (Ludhiana), and Tasheen Shah (Mumbai).

    Endemol Shine India MD & CEO Deepak Dhar said, “Talent comes in many forms, shapes and sizes. The most appealing one, though is that which resides in children. Chhote MIyan Dhaakad puts together 12 rip-roaringly hilarious children who only strive to entertain the viewers and the judges with their performances. They are the true USP of the show; their unexploited and unadulterated talent forming the foothold for a true-blue family entertainer. With Chhote Miyan Dhaakad, we hope to create an unparalleled viewing experience which will grab audience attention and bring a smile to their faces every weekend.”

    To promote Chhote Miyan Dhaakad, Colors has devised an extensive 360-degree integrated marketing and digital campaign whose outreach extends to various touchpoints across conventional and social media platforms.

  • Nagesh Kukunoor to direct Alt Balaji’s first original show

    Nagesh Kukunoor to direct Alt Balaji’s first original show

    MUMBAI: Ekta Kapoor’s Alt Balaji has announced its first digital series. Not yet titled, the platform has roped in actor Nimrat Kaur to essay the central character and Nagesh Kukunoor to direct the series.

    The fiction series has been jointly conceptualized by Balaji Telefilms joint managing director Ekta Kapoor and Samar Khan, and is produced by Endemol Shine India.

    “Set in the backdrop of the Indian Army, we are presenting a riveting story that is bound to resonate with the youth of the country. Having Nimrat and Nagesh aboard, definitely takes the show to a new level. When we announced the launch of ALT Balaji, we promised to break stereotypes in storytelling; this series is a strong reinforcement of that commitment,” said Kapoor.

    Kaur will be seen portraying the role of the first woman preparing to be inducted in a combat role in the Indian Army.

    “Disruption, innovation and scale is the core of what we want to do. From our strategy to our content, everything on ALT Balaji will reflect this ethos. Through ALT Balaji, we are targeting urban audiences who are always on the lookout for differentiated content, one that is not available on television or even on silver screen for that matter. ALT Balaji aims to satisfy the need of this very consumer. We have just announced our first exclusive show and will be making many such exciting announcements in the weeks to come,” added Alt Balaji CEO Nachiket Pantvaidya.

    Alt Balaji is aimed at disrupting the market with avantgarde and exclusive content catering to urban masses.

    “Nimrat was our first choice for this and producing content for ALT Balaji at this scale will set new standards in the digital landscape,” stated Endemol Shine India managing director and CEO Deepak Dhar.

    To this, Khan added,“The army and the armed forces have always fascinated me and stories with an army background draw me towards them naturally. I am excited about this opportunity to work with ALT and Endemol and am looking forward to telling a lot such stories in the future”

  • Nagesh Kukunoor to direct Alt Balaji’s first original show

    Nagesh Kukunoor to direct Alt Balaji’s first original show

    MUMBAI: Ekta Kapoor’s Alt Balaji has announced its first digital series. Not yet titled, the platform has roped in actor Nimrat Kaur to essay the central character and Nagesh Kukunoor to direct the series.

    The fiction series has been jointly conceptualized by Balaji Telefilms joint managing director Ekta Kapoor and Samar Khan, and is produced by Endemol Shine India.

    “Set in the backdrop of the Indian Army, we are presenting a riveting story that is bound to resonate with the youth of the country. Having Nimrat and Nagesh aboard, definitely takes the show to a new level. When we announced the launch of ALT Balaji, we promised to break stereotypes in storytelling; this series is a strong reinforcement of that commitment,” said Kapoor.

    Kaur will be seen portraying the role of the first woman preparing to be inducted in a combat role in the Indian Army.

    “Disruption, innovation and scale is the core of what we want to do. From our strategy to our content, everything on ALT Balaji will reflect this ethos. Through ALT Balaji, we are targeting urban audiences who are always on the lookout for differentiated content, one that is not available on television or even on silver screen for that matter. ALT Balaji aims to satisfy the need of this very consumer. We have just announced our first exclusive show and will be making many such exciting announcements in the weeks to come,” added Alt Balaji CEO Nachiket Pantvaidya.

    Alt Balaji is aimed at disrupting the market with avantgarde and exclusive content catering to urban masses.

    “Nimrat was our first choice for this and producing content for ALT Balaji at this scale will set new standards in the digital landscape,” stated Endemol Shine India managing director and CEO Deepak Dhar.

    To this, Khan added,“The army and the armed forces have always fascinated me and stories with an army background draw me towards them naturally. I am excited about this opportunity to work with ALT and Endemol and am looking forward to telling a lot such stories in the future”