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MSM inks multi-year film content deal with NBCUniversal for Pix

MUMBAI: Multi Screen Media (MSM) has entered into a multi-year content partnership with NBC Universal International Distribution.

As a result of this agreement, MSM’s English movie channel Sony Pix will now have access to Universal Pictures’ new US theatrical release.

Multi Screen Media CEO NP Singh said, “We always strive to get top quality content for our viewers. With access to Universal’s movie titles, we have put ourselves in a position to get the best movies that Hollywood has to offer. I am confident that with this deal, viewer needs will be well-met and their enhanced movie experience will steadily increase viewer loyalty to Sony Pix – our English movie channel.”

NBC Universal has had a landmark year in 2015 and is the first studio ever to have three films namely Minions, Jurassic World and Fast & Furious 7 each cross over the $1 billion mark in the worldwide box office in a single year.

The studio also recently passed the $5.53 billion mark at the worldwide box office, breaking the record for highest-grossing year – ever – for a studio in industry history. The current worldwide total to date is an unprecedented $6.38 billion.

This strategic multi-year deal will give Sony Pix access to Universal’s latest movie releases such as Fast & Furious 7, Jurassic World, Ted 2, Pitch Perfect 2 and Illumination Entertainment’s Minions, as well as the first installment in the studio’s various blockbuster franchises such as Jurassic Park, The Mummy, The Fast & Furious, The Hulk and Despicable Me.

Sony Pix will also provide viewers with access to other hit films from the studio such as Gladiator, the first three films in the Rambo franchise, King Kong, Schindler’s List, Ted and Notting Hill amongst others.

Sony Pix EVP and business head Saurabh Yagnik added, “Sony PIX is on a strong growth path and our objective is to consistently operate in the top two slots of the category. We strive to keep our audience amazed with investment in the right content and continuously innovate to break clutter. We have been aggressively strengthening our library through the right investments and our existing long-term deals with Sony Pictures Entertainment, MGM and Lionsgate have been successful. Now, our association with NBCUniversal is another step in consolidating our leadership position.”

NBC Universal International Distribution & Networks president Belinda Menendez said, “With one of the world’s fastest growing major economies, we see tremendous growth potential in India and this deal reinforces how important this market is to NBC Universal. Further, we have always had a wonderful relationship with MSM/Sony PIX and are thrilled to partner with them to expand our reach in India and bring Universal’s new blockbuster hits and beloved library titles to their viewers in India.”

October 5, 2015
‘Furious 7’ clocks opening weekend collections of Rs 70 crore in India

MUMBAI: Universal Pictures India release Fast & Furious 7, has created history at the Indian box office and has broken all time records.

Being the seventh installment of the franchise and Paul Walker’s last silver screen appearance, Fast & Furious 7 took an extraordinary opening, thus grossing the highest opening weekend collection for a Hollywood movie in India with Rs 70 crores. The movie was released in 2600 screens across the country.

The movie, which has been dubbed in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu opened to positive reactions from the audiences.

Universal Pictures India general manager Sarabjit Singh said, “Fast and Furious is undoubtedly one of the world’s biggest franchises. We expected huge numbers to come from India in the first weekend itself. This is a huge achievement for a Hollywood movie in India. Hopefully, the will continue to go strong and attract more audiences to the theatres in the coming weeks.”

April 8, 2015
‘Fast & Furious 7’ trailer out!

NEW DELHI: Star Movies and Universal Pictures International – India gave fans a sneak peek into the latest sequel of the Fast and Furious franchise ‘Fast & Furious 7’, by airing its first look on 2 November 2014, thus giving Indian viewers the opportunity to watch the trailer along with the rest of the world.

Thirteen years ago, Universal Pictures released the action film set within the underground street-racing subculture of East Los Angeles called The Fast and the Furious.

Six films later, the franchise has grown into a global sensation, garnering more than $2.3 billion in worldwide box-office receipts and setting a record as Universal’s highest grossing franchise in history.

The trailer of the seventh edition of one of the most iconic movie franchises in the world was launched by Star Movies together with Universal Pictures. The film will be releasing in cinemas on 3 April 2015.

In less than 24 hours, the video garnered over 9 million impressions.

The first look of Fast & Furious 7 awaits fans at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvKV6j1VGU8 and https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10150446412769964&set=vb.73166874963&engine=2&theater.

November 4, 2014
Fast 7 adds more muscle to its wheels with Djimon Hounsou

UMBAI: Djimon Hounsou is adding his muscle to Universal’s Fast & Furious 7, the studio has announced. He’ll join franchise veterans Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne Johnson and Tyrese, along with Kurt Russell and new baddie Jason Statham. The sequel helmed by James Wan is due to hit theaters 11 July. Moritz and Diesel return as producers.

No plot details have been unveiled yet, except that the film will return to Los Angeles after the previous six films were set in other locations. Co-president of production Jeff Kirschenbaum and creative executive Jay Polidoro will oversee the project. This May’s Fast & Furious 6 was the highest-grossing pic in the series, with $788 million worldwide.

Hounsou can be seen next in Fox Searchlight’s Baggage Claim and follows that up with a busy 2014 that includes Legendary’s Seventh Son, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy and How to Train Your Dragon 2.

September 11, 2013
Fast & Furious 7 adds more star power

MUMBAI: Nathalie Emmanuel has been cast in Fast & Furious 7, out from Universal next July. The studio is keeping character descriptions under wraps, but a source close to the James Wan-directed project has revealed Emmanuel will be part of the pedal to the metal team led by Dom Toretto, reprised by Vin Diesel.

The British actress is currently seen on HBO’s Game Of Thrones in the recurring role of Missandei, personal aide to exiled princess Daenerys Targaryen. Emmanuel is represented by ICM Partners, A&J Artists in the UK, and Untitled Entertainment.

There have been rumors afloat that Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has also been signed on to play a small pivotal role in the seventh installment to the high adrenaline, high octane franchise. The franchise is only going bigger and badder.

September 7, 2013
Kurt Russell eyes part in Fast 7′

With martial arts superstar Tony Jaa and a brand-new villain joining the new film (as well as Vin Diesel and Dwayne Johnson reprising their roles), the Fast and Furious franchise is developing into an ensemble cast of action icons in the same vein as the Expendables series. The addition of Russell makes sense then, as his filmography is rife with the same kind of testosterone-driven thrill rides. Ironically, Russell reportedly turned down a role in the original Expendables film.

Regardless, this is certainly a major win for the long-running Fast and Furious series and supports the style new director James Wan (Insidious, The Conjuring) will bring to the films. The filmmaker is taking over for Justin Lin – who directed the last four Fast and Furious adventures – and previously announced that he views the film as a “gritty 70s revenge thriller.” Fast Five previously reinvigorated the franchise by dropping the focus on street racing and including globe-trotting and heist elements. Therefore, Wan’s decision to bring in new blood while tweaking the tone a bit could go a long way to keeping the series fresh.

August 30, 2013