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  • Gap champions originality in new spring campaign starring GRAMMY® Award–winning Artist Tyla

    Gap champions originality in new spring campaign starring GRAMMY® Award–winning Artist Tyla

    Gap, the iconic American fashion brand, is proud to debut its Spring 2024 campaign featuring linen as a canvas for original style. The campaign serves as a celebration of self-expression and individuality through fashion, music, and dance.

    Starring GRAMMY® Award–winning artist Tyla, the campaign embraces Gap’s roots as a pop culture brand working with artistic originals across fashion and music. Each frame showcases the seamless motion and effortless movement of the brand’s newest Linen Collection, inviting wearers to make each piece their own.

    Featuring worldwide hit “Back On 74” by the BRIT Award–nominated Jungle, with original choreography by Shay Latukolan, the campaign is directed by Jungle’s J Lloyd and Charlie Di Placido and inspired by the track’s official video, which became a global phenomenon on TikTok and inspired a dance craze with over a billion views.

    Tyla, the 22-year-old sensation born and raised in South Africa, is making waves with her recent Billboard Hot 100 hit “Water.” With a massive following, she has captivated audiences with dance routines and song covers, showcasing her unique style and individuality. Tyla’s creativity and authenticity align seamlessly with Gap’s commitment to championing originality.

    “It’s an absolute honor to be in a Gap campaign – so many iconic artists have worked with Gap and I now get to be one of them,” said Tyla. “I’m excited for my fans to see me do a new type of dance where I’m styled in comfortable clothes with my own personal touches. It was really fun – a true celebration of music, fashion, and dance.”

    Founded by childhood friends J Lloyd and Tom McFarland, Jungle’s genre-blurring mix of timeless disco, hip-hop, funk, and future-facing production, along with their expressive and inventive visual aesthetic, have cemented their status as one of the UK’s biggest and most exciting bands.

  • JUNGLE’s new campaign Jiggle Wiggle’ celebrates gaming’s pop culture impact

    JUNGLE’s new campaign Jiggle Wiggle’ celebrates gaming’s pop culture impact

    Mumbai: JUNGLE has unveiled their latest campaign – ‘The Jiggle Wiggle Campaign’ – for BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), showcasing how the popular battle royale game has seamlessly integrated into Indian culture. Crafted around an enigmatic gamer “Babubhai” who captured the nation’s imagination with his signature move, the Jiggle Wiggle, this campaign is derived from conversations within the community itself and shows the impact the BGMI community has on India’s cultural fabric.

    Gamers are the new innovators and early adopters, and the campaign pays tribute to that through a tongue-in-cheek look at the lifecycle of an online trend. Starting from the birth of the trend within the game, the campaign illustrates how the Jiggle Wiggle move, catalysed by social media and word-of-mouth, rapidly snowballs into a matter of national interest – uniting gamers, rappers, dancers, sportspeople, and marketers alike. The campaign compellingly conveys that BGMI is not just a game, it’s an emotion that unites India in all its diversity. People from all walks of life come together to make Jiggle Wiggle a trend, simply because they’re passionate about the game.

    The campaign, conceptualised and produced by JUNGLE in association with KRAFTON India’s internal team uses a 360-degree approach that incorporates diverse elements, seamlessly integrating Jiggle Wiggle into various facets of the BGMI world, culminating in an actual in-game event spectacle. It has been rolled out in two distinct phases.

    Phase One – The Build Up

    The first phase utilised an array of touchpoints, strategically teasing and engaging audiences long before the launch of the campaign film. The character of Babubhai was seeded seamlessly into everyday BGMI conversations inside the game as well as outside. Several videos, gifs, static posts, and teasers were released on social media alongside in-game integrations (read: billboards, music tracks and cryptic messages), further intensifying the curiosity surrounding mystery player Babubhai among the community. Over the past few days, Babubhai has been taking over major gamers in the country and India’s biggest game, thus leading to an intriguing build-up to the film launch.  

    Phase Two – The Jiggle Wiggle DVC

    As anticipation piqued, JUNGLE released a 220-second DVC – an ode to India and the many Indias within, taking viewers on an electrifying journey through the interplay between BGMI and Indian pop culture. From urban streets to rural landscapes, this captivating film encapsulates the essence of BGMI’s influence, spotlighting its role in shaping trends across the spectrum of Indian Pop Culture—be it Dance, Music, or Sports. MC Altaf and Karan Kanchan rendered music to the DVC, while ace choreographer Ruel Varindani, did the choreography. With an extensive cast featuring popular gamers along with celebrities, dancers, and other prominent faces, “Jiggle Wiggle” unveils the captivating fusion of gaming and culture.

    Speaking about the campaign, KRAFTON India, associate director of marketing Srinjoy Das said “Because of its vast reach, one of the coolest things we have noticed about BGMI is how our fans form their own sub-cultures within the game, which go on to become memes and trends. The iconic “De Jiggle” move which was coined by a then small-time creator Raj who also features in the ad, went on to become a cult esports tactic, followed by a meme and then a nationwide sensation. This campaign is a small tribute to that while it also helps us test the warmth of this pop culture trend and we can’t wait to see how our fans react when they figure out this delightfully fictional take on the iconic Jiggle.”

    Talking about the film, JUNGLE creative head Gaurav Banerjee said, “Storytelling is only powerful when it comes from within a community, and it was an incredible experience working with KRAFTON to craft this film. The sheer passion that exists within the gaming community, as well as KRAFTON’s involvement with the BGMI community to try and find ways to connect more deeply with them – all of this has led to a film which is both true to the game as well as the world of trends we currently live in. It was an absolutely amazing experience to craft this film with KRAFTON.”

  • Infinity-On-Demand launched wherein viewers get complete control on the shows

    Infinity-On-Demand launched wherein viewers get complete control on the shows

    MUMBAI: It is said that life is all about choices that we make – some easy, some defining. This June, Colors Infinity is set to bring a whole new perspective to English language Television, yet again! Starting 11th June, the channel launches its newest, first of its kind offering, ‘Infinity-on-Demand’, where audiences get a chance to handpick 12 seasons of Indian Television Premieres, from an array of exciting international shows that can be binge-watched all weekend!

    Set to launch on 11 June, Colors Infinity launches its latest, disruptive offering that gives its viewers complete control on the shows premiering every weekend for 12 weeks on the channel. The choices will be made available on all digital platforms of Colors Infinity where audience can simply log on to the channel’s website and click on their choice that they would like to watch. Viewers will receive a weekly option to select from a choice of three shows on the following link: www.colorsinfinity.com/iod

    The winning show of the week will be announced every Wednesday on the channel as well as across its social media platforms.

    Commenting on this new development, Colors Infinity vice president programming head of English entertainment Hashim D’Souza said, “Colors Infinity has always pushed boundaries in an endeavour to provide unmatched fresh content to our audiences. At a time when people have control over viewing their choice of shows at their convenience. Infinity-On-Demand is our way of keeping the audience engaged by taking their selection as the final word. With, ‘Infinity-On-Demand’, we’re taking our relationship with our viewers one step forward, giving them the right to call the shots. The shows on the list of voting have been carefully handpicked by the best to fit our programming.”

    Since its inception, Colors Infinity has consistently surprised its viewers with a series of disruptive offering and blockbuster premieres. After successful initiatives such as 3 back-to-back shows, Instant Premieres, launch of India’s first home-grown English Singing Talent Hunt and much more, the channel introduces yet another path-breaking concept with Infinity-On-Demand.

    The channel has selected a plethora of 14 new shows from across diverse genres. Each series has been hand-picked for its great content and global popularity, including highly-acclaimed titles such as Mozart in the Jungle, Bates Motel, Lucifer, Legends, Peaky Blinders, to name a few.

    Come June, Colors Infinity will transform its digital media pages into more interactive fun spaces, and give the audience the chance to sample the shows before voting for it. The shows with maximum votes will ultimately air on Colors Infinity and Colors Infinity HD, back to back over the weekend.

     

  • Infinity-On-Demand launched wherein viewers get complete control on the shows

    Infinity-On-Demand launched wherein viewers get complete control on the shows

    MUMBAI: It is said that life is all about choices that we make – some easy, some defining. This June, Colors Infinity is set to bring a whole new perspective to English language Television, yet again! Starting 11th June, the channel launches its newest, first of its kind offering, ‘Infinity-on-Demand’, where audiences get a chance to handpick 12 seasons of Indian Television Premieres, from an array of exciting international shows that can be binge-watched all weekend!

    Set to launch on 11 June, Colors Infinity launches its latest, disruptive offering that gives its viewers complete control on the shows premiering every weekend for 12 weeks on the channel. The choices will be made available on all digital platforms of Colors Infinity where audience can simply log on to the channel’s website and click on their choice that they would like to watch. Viewers will receive a weekly option to select from a choice of three shows on the following link: www.colorsinfinity.com/iod

    The winning show of the week will be announced every Wednesday on the channel as well as across its social media platforms.

    Commenting on this new development, Colors Infinity vice president programming head of English entertainment Hashim D’Souza said, “Colors Infinity has always pushed boundaries in an endeavour to provide unmatched fresh content to our audiences. At a time when people have control over viewing their choice of shows at their convenience. Infinity-On-Demand is our way of keeping the audience engaged by taking their selection as the final word. With, ‘Infinity-On-Demand’, we’re taking our relationship with our viewers one step forward, giving them the right to call the shots. The shows on the list of voting have been carefully handpicked by the best to fit our programming.”

    Since its inception, Colors Infinity has consistently surprised its viewers with a series of disruptive offering and blockbuster premieres. After successful initiatives such as 3 back-to-back shows, Instant Premieres, launch of India’s first home-grown English Singing Talent Hunt and much more, the channel introduces yet another path-breaking concept with Infinity-On-Demand.

    The channel has selected a plethora of 14 new shows from across diverse genres. Each series has been hand-picked for its great content and global popularity, including highly-acclaimed titles such as Mozart in the Jungle, Bates Motel, Lucifer, Legends, Peaky Blinders, to name a few.

    Come June, Colors Infinity will transform its digital media pages into more interactive fun spaces, and give the audience the chance to sample the shows before voting for it. The shows with maximum votes will ultimately air on Colors Infinity and Colors Infinity HD, back to back over the weekend.

     

  • Amazon Studios announced six new Amazon Original series for Prime Instant Video

    Amazon Studios announced six new Amazon Original series for Prime Instant Video

    MUMBAI: Amazon Studios announced on 31 March that The After, Bosch, Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street, Mozart in the Jungle, Transparent and Wishenpoof! will become the next Amazon Original Series following rave customer reviews of the pilot episodes. The apocalypse, a behind-the-curtains look at classical music, a no-nonsense Los Angeles police detective standing trial, a family full of secrets, a girl with magic wishes and a boy named Gortimer—these are the intriguing plotlines of the six brand-new original series coming exclusively to Prime Instant Video.

    “We had a tremendous response to Amazon Studios’ latest pilots – in fact, double the number of customers watched these pilots compared to our first season and they posted thousands of heartfelt reviews with pleas for us to continue these shows,” said Amazon Studio director Roy Price in a statement. “Now the fun really begins – Amazon will be working with some of the most talented casts and creators in the business to bring six new shows exclusively to tens of millions of Prime members worldwide. These series, along with our summer kids programming, will give customers a lot of viewing choices.”

     

    Among the new Amazon Originals are, two hour-long dramas. The After from Chris Carter, the legendary creator The X-Files follows eight strangers who are thrown together by mysterious forces and must help each other survive in a violent world that defies explanation. Aldis Hodge, Andrew Howard, Arielle Kebbel, Jamie Kennedy, Sharon Lawrence, Jaina Lee Ortiz, Adrian Pasdar and Louise Monot will be returning to star in their roles.

    Michael Connelly’s best-selling book series about a relentless LAPD homicide detective will also come to life in the Amazon Original series Bosch. Connelly and Eric Overmyer (The Wire) will co-write the series which features Titus Welliver, Annie Wersching and Jamie Hector. Henrik Bastin and Fabrik Entertainment (The Killing) are producing.

    Amazon will also add Mozart in the Jungle, a half hour comedic drama about sex, drugs and classical music, that shows what happens behind the curtains can be just as captivating as what happens on stage. Returning cast includes Gael Garcia Bernal, Saffron Burrows, Lola Kirke, Malcolm McDowell, Bernadette Peters and Peter Vack. The series will be written by Oscar-nominee Roman Coppola (Moonrise Kingdom), actor and musician Jason Schwartzman (The Darjeeling Limited), Tony-nominated writer and director Alex Timbers, and Oscar-nominee Paul Weitz.

    Transparent, a dramedy about a Los Angeles family with serious boundary issues, rounds out Amazon’s upcoming prime time lineup. From Emmy nominee Jill Soloway (Six Feet Under) and starring returning cast Jeffrey Tambor, Judith Light, Gaby Hoffmann, Amy Landecker and Jay Duplass, Transparent is an exploration of sex, gender and family that begins when a dramatic admission causes everyone’s secrets to spill out. The pilot received wide critical acclaim, was hailed as “the best pilot I’ve seen in years,” and named to numerous must see lists.

    In addition to its original prime time series, Amazon is developing children’s programming for preschoolers and for kids ages 6-11 that will not only entertain, but will also educate, inspire creativity and teach valuable lessons. Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street is a live action series for ages 6-11 and will be joined by Wishenpoof!, for preschoolers.

    Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street is a live-action adventure show created by David Anaxagoras, a pre-school teacher and first-time writer who was discovered through Amazon Studios’ open-door submission process. The series is a coming-of-age tale that centers around Gortimer, his two best friends Ranger and Mel, and their exploits on Normal Street – an ordinary suburban neighborhood that has a hint of something magical just beneath the surface.
    Written by Angela Santomero, creator of Blue’s Clues, Creative Galaxy, and the Emmy-nominated literacy series, Super Why!, Wishenpoof! is an animated series that revolves around Bianca, who has “wish magic,” which means if she wishes to play under the sea then -Wishenpoof! – She’s a mermaid, swimming around with the sea horses. Bianca uses her wish magic to help others and learns to solve life’s problems in her own creative way because with magic, or without, we all have the power to make good choices. This is Santomero’s second Amazon Studios series.

    This summer, Amazon will premiere its first three kids series Creative Galaxy, Tumble Leaf and Annedroids exclusively on Prime Instant Video. Each show will focus on important skills for children – science, arts and critical thinking – and will foster creativity by promoting learning through play.

    Amazon Original preschool programming is developed with the aid of a board of advisors led by Dr. Alice Wilder, one of the world’s foremost experts in educational and child psychology. Dr. Wilder earned universal acclaim for her work as the producer and director of research and development for the hit series Blue’s Clues and Blue’s Room. During her nearly decade-long involvement with Blue’s Clues, Dr. Wilder helped pioneer a new level of interaction between a show and its young viewers. She brings her expertise to Amazon’s programming to give parents confidence these programs will provide valuable life lessons while being entertaining at the same time to maintain their child’s interest.

     

  • The big cat leaps on Animal Planet this month

    The big cat leaps on Animal Planet this month

    MUMBAI: In conjunction with World Animal Day, Animal Planet celebrates the beauty and diversity of the big cats of the wild.

    The channel says that these endangered species around the world face the possible threat of extinction. For one week, viewers can leap into the lives of the stealthiest predators on the planet during this special programming event. Viewers will learn about the hidden feline beneath these ferocious creatures, and find out how our efforts at conservation could keep them alive for our future generations.

    Action Big Cat Week airs till 6 October at 8 pm and will repeat next day at 3 pm.

    Wild cats the channel says continue to amaze researchers, wildlife documentary filmmakers and viewers around the world with their incredible abilities and ever-changing behaviours. Animal Planet showcases these magnificent beasts as they hunt prey, battle threats and develop relationships in some of the most dangerous communities in the world.

    The special shares stories of crisis, tragedy, success, compassion and strength while bringing exclusive looks at the most exciting feline predators in the world directly into viewers’ homes.

    A team employs remote-control buggy cameras, buried periscopes and state-of-the-art night vision technology to truly enter the lion’s den in the one-hour programme Lion – Spy In The Den. When a lion charges, the viewers charge with it; when it rests, viewers lie alongside. In what is a new achievement for lion specialists the show is able to examine the fragile alliances between pride males and their relationships with neighboring rivals.

    Leopard Hunters explores the magnificent and mysterious cats of Sri Lanka in . Yala National Park is the jewel of Sri Lanka. Ancient temples and Buddhist dagbas – ruins of a lost civilisation – remain scattered throughout the wild jungles. The stretches of golden sands along the coast and miles of steamy jungle make the park one of the most beautiful sights on the island. This untouched wilderness is home to herds of elephant, buffalo, sloth bears, crocodiles, jungle cats and elusive leopards.

    It is the leopards of Yala National Park that have fascinated two young men. Ravi – a newly qualified doctor – and Jehan – a businessman – were so captivated by the leopards that they have dedicated the last three years of their lives to studying them. The special reveals their unique and amazing behavior and brings the leopards of Yala to the screen as never before.

    Return of the Cheetah airs tonight 3 October 2006
    Wildlife expert Peter Gros heads to Namibia for a week’s assignment at the Cheetah Conservation Fund – a uniquely ambitious project aimed at safeguarding the world’s fastest sprinter. In an action-packed visit, Peter teams up with Namibia’s “Cheetah Lady,” Dr. Laurie Marker, and finds out how science, diplomacy and a dash of imagination can turn a situation of despair into one of hope.
    Alphonse Roy’s Great Cats of India airs on 4 October 2006. Roy captures documentary portraits of all of India’s four great cats – lion, tiger, leopard and the ever-elusive snow leopard. Viewers follow Alphonse throughout the whole filmmaking process, from the often-arduous journeys to remote locations, to setting up specialized field equipment and, of course, the actual filming. Along the way viewers meet the many friends and colleagues that Alphonse has worked with over the years to help with his task, from local feudal overlords to leading scientific experts and conservation officers.