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  • Lionsgate roars louder as Hollywood meets Hyderabad in 2026

    Lionsgate roars louder as Hollywood meets Hyderabad in 2026

    MUMBAI: Hollywood’s roaring lion just found its desi accent. Lionsgate Play, the premium streaming platform that’s redefined Hollywood for Indian screens, is entering 2026 with a bang and a hundred more. The platform has announced a record-breaking slate of 100 plus premieres across languages, cementing its claim as India’s “Home for Action” while widening its cinematic jungle to embrace regional storytelling.

    In just five years, Lionsgate Play has grown from a niche Hollywood service into a full-blown entertainment powerhouse now reaching over 40 million viewers through a vast distribution network that stretches from metros to mini-screens. Its latest evolution? A blend of blockbuster swagger and local soul.

    2025 was the turning point. With audiences increasingly vibing to Southern storytelling, Lionsgate Play turned its camera beyond Los Angeles, premiering Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam titles like Dakshina, Eleven, Soothravakyam, and Racharikam. The result was pure box-office streaming energy, a 40 per cent surge in consumption, even as the global industry reeled from the Hollywood strikes of 2024.

    And now, 2026 promises an even bolder leap. The platform’s upcoming lineup is stacked like never before, a global-meets-local buffet of spectacle and storytelling.

    The Hollywood big guns are back: From Gerard Butler’s Greenland: Migration to Angelina Jolie’s Kiss of the Spider Woman, and from Mutiny to The Rivals of Amziah King, the slate packs serious star wattage with the likes of Jason Statham, Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Alba, and Matthew McConaughey.

    The South stays strong: Building on its regional momentum, Lionsgate Play is rolling out 25 plus Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada titles, ensuring that cinematic flavour flows from both sides of the equator.

    The Hindi turn: The streamer is also going desi in Delhi expanding into Hindi originals with a curated mix of crime thrillers, horror comedies, and game shows, each designed to tap India’s ever-evolving taste for drama with a twist.

    And the classics never fade: In between the new, Lionsgate Play is doubling down on its cult collection. Think Sherlock meets Spider-Man, Rambo joins Men in Black, and Charlie Chaplin shares screen space with Jumanji and Anaconda. A line-up tailor-made for every mood, every generation.

    “Our journey so far has been defined by bold storytelling and a deep understanding of what today’s audience seeks quality, variety, and authenticity,” said Lionsgate Play Asia president Rohit Jain. “2026 marks a turning point. We’re scaling our stories, deepening regional connections, and making premium global entertainment more inclusive and accessible than ever before.”

    With its expanding footprint and its eye firmly on cultural inclusivity, Lionsgate Play is no longer just Hollywood’s Indian outpost, it’s a full-fledged entertainment ecosystem where Los Angeles meets Lucknow, and where cinematic worlds collide, connect, and click ‘Play’.

  • JioStar ropes in Nidhi Maheshwari as senior brand manager

    JioStar ropes in Nidhi Maheshwari as senior brand manager

    MUMBAI: JioStar has appointed Nidhi Maheshwari as senior brand manager for brand marketing strategy at JioHotstar, following the recent transition of Disney+ Hotstar operations to JioStar in India.

    Maheshwari, who moved to JioStar in December 2024, has been instrumental in the platform’s relaunch strategy. In her previous role at Disney+ Hotstar, she served as senior marketing manager for content marketing, where she led several successful campaigns including the award-winning launch of The Night Manager which achieved record awareness scores with optimised marketing spend. The campaign secured gold at the 2023 Promax Asia awards.

    Her experience includes launching streaming platforms in India, having previously led Lionsgate Play’s market entry in December 2020. Her career spans roles at major consumer brands including Parle Agro, where she managed the Appy Fizz portfolio and key partnerships including Bigg Boss, and Unilever’s Lakmé division, where she handled fashion week marketing and strategic alliances.

    In her current role, Maheshwari is spearheading JioHotstar’s brand expansion initiatives across entertainment, sports, and regional content segments as the platform establishes itself under new ownership.

  • Vi Movies & TV adds Lionsgate Play

    Vi Movies & TV adds Lionsgate Play

    MUMBAI: There was a gap in the entertainment offerings that mobile telco Vi was giving to its subscribers under its Movies & TV section: that of certain Hollywood titles.

    Now that gap has been filled with its partnership with Lionsgate Play to make its slate of films like John Wick, The Hunger Games, and Saw, alongside standout titles such as Past Lives, Tokyo Vice, Paris Has Fallen, Normal People, Operation Fortune, Plane, Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard, The Iron Claw, The Beekeeper, Arcadian, and more available to subscribers, apart from award shows like the Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globes, Critics’ Choice, and BAFTA Awards,.

    The Vi movies and TV section  has a wide selection of content, ranging from Disney+ Hotstar, SonyLiv, Zee5 to Fancode for sports as well as regional content from Sun Nxt ManoramaMax, Nammaflix, Klikk and Chaupal. It also offers 300+ Live TV Channels including 30+ live news channels.

  • Prasar Bharati launches OTT Waves at IFFI Goa

    Prasar Bharati launches OTT Waves at IFFI Goa

    MUMBAI: It’s hoping to make waves amongst streaming consumers and viewers of its linear TV network. State-owned pubcaster Prasar Bharati  today announced the launch of its own OTT platform branded Waves, offering a broad spectrum of entertainment and news content at the opening ceremony of the International Film Festival of India in Goa. 

    Available for android and iOs devices, it offers around 70  live channels including  B4U Bhojpuri, B4U Music, B4U Kadak, B4U Movies, GNT, Indian Today, ABP News, Divya, Republic, Republic Bharat, News Nation, Pitaara, News 24, PTC Punjabi Gold, PTC Punjabi, Times Now Navbharat, News 18 India, 9XM, NDTV India, TV9 Bharatvarsh, E24, News 24, Dabang, 9X Jalwa, 9X Jakhaas, 9X Tashan, Aaj Tak, Sanskar, Satsang, Raj TV, USPL, ABZY Movies, ABZY Dhaakad, Mayaboli, Masti, and NewsX. This apart, close to 34 of its own channels are available for viewing. 

    Waves also has a slew of original programmes from DD National including Fauji 2, an agricultural reality show Khet Khet May, Swarajya, Cybercrime, Rang mein Rang Ganga,  among other shows. A new version of Ramayan  from the house of Sagar is slated to launch soon. Old DD shows of the eighties and nineties, and others from PTC Punjabi complete the package on offer. 

    A catalogue of Hindi movies including Traffic Signal, Aarakshan, Khakee, Vodka Diaries, Phir Hera Pheri are available for viewing.  The international film slate appears to be worth watching: The Goes Wrong Show, The Monkey King, Mr Johnson, and The Hunger Games. But both the Hindi and international films are powered by  LionsgatePlay and are priced at Rs 399 per quarter. If viewers are not open to paying, they can consume a range of regional films which are dubbed in Hindi and can be watched for free. 

    Waves also has tabs offering live events, movies, shows, live TV, religious programming, archival documentaries, live radio, games, nostalgia, a shopping area linked to the open network for digital commerce, ebooks, a podcast and a creators’ corner.  

    The Waves app is available in three subscription offers. The first, a platinum annual subscription allows access to four devices simultaneously and is priced at 999 per annum while a diamond subscription has a sticker price of Rs 350 per annum for two devices. The gold pack which supposedly allows access to all content on Waves does not have a price tag attached in the subscription area.  

    In August, Prasar Bharati invited TV channels to join the platform, introducing a revenue-sharing model. Under this initiative, participating broadcasters receive 65 per cent of the ad revenue, while Prasar Bharati retains 35 per cent. Waves is offering t in SD, HD, and 4K, initially supporting 10 million concurrent users with scalability to 100 million.

  • Lionsgate Play is set to premiere ‘Boy Kills World’ on 29 November

    Lionsgate Play is set to premiere ‘Boy Kills World’ on 29 November

    Mumbai: Lionsgate Play brings the dystopian action thriller Boy Kills World this 29 November. Starring Bill Skarsgård in a transformative role, alongside Jessica Rothe, Famke Janssen and Yayan Ruhian, this film packs an unforgettable punch. The story follows Boy, a deaf-mute who endures a brutal life by escaping into a vivid fantasy world. After his family is murdered, he trains under a mysterious shaman to become an unstoppable killing machine. Fueled by rage and thirst for revenge, he transforms his pain into power, setting off on a relentless quest to take down those responsible.

    Talking about Boy Kills World, lead actor Bill Skarsgård said, “This was one of the better scripts I’ve read. It’s an entertaining thrill ride with a unique tone and story. It’s very funny at times, but then it surprises you with a nuanced and emotional journey. The movie is told through Boy’s eyes, which brings home the tragic elements. His entire life has been about destruction.”

    Talking about his dramatic transformation for the role where he lost 20 pounds, building a lean and sinewy physique, he shared, “I also had to learn to fight from the ground up. It was a very short amount of time to do all that. I worked many hours just learning the basics. I wasn’t sure I could do it, but I watched a lot of martial arts movies to prepare.”

  • 87 of India’s best modern marketing campaigns honored at MMA Smarties

    87 of India’s best modern marketing campaigns honored at MMA Smarties

    Mumbai – MMA Global India unveiled the winners of the 13th edition of Smarties India 2024 at a glittering gala event in Mumbai on 11 October, recognizing the country’s most impactful and innovative marketing campaigns. These campaigns have demonstrated exceptional creativity, strategic brilliance, and measurable business impact across various industries. With 87 total metals given including 10 most prestigious industry awards, SMARTIES India continues to set new benchmarks in marketing excellence.

    SMARTIES winners are ranked on the Business Impact Index developed in collaboration with WARC, which highlight the top brands, agencies, publishers, media agencies etc per the true business impact they created through their campaigns. Winners are also now certified in partnership with RECMA, the leading media agency research organization, ensuring that they are recognized in globally acclaimed platforms.

    This year’s awards showcased outstanding work across diverse categories ranging from FMCG, OTT, retail, BFSI to technology, B2B and more. Among the top categories this year were AI Marketing, Connected TV, Creator/Influencer Marketing, Brand Experience and emerging tech categories all reflecting the industry’s rapid shift towards technology-driven and consumer-centric strategies.

    MMA APAC & Global Head, CEO Rohit Dadwal shared: “It’s always inspiring to see how creativity and data can come together to create truly remarkable campaigns. This year’s SMARTIES winners have done just that, embracing AI and new technologies to deliver results that speak for themselves. Congratulations to all the winners, and a big thank you to our jury chairs, jury and screeners for their hard work and dedication. As we recognize these achievements, I’m reminded of the critical importance of continually innovating and adapting in today’s fast-paced marketing landscape.”

    Grand Unveil of Smarties musical logo or ‘Mogo’

    MMA Global India also established the sonic identity of Smarties worldwide by launching the official Smarties musical logo or ‘mogo’ at the Gala. It was unveiled with a delightful performance by Rajeev Raja, and the mind behind the MMA-member company BrandMusiq that helped create the mogo. Not only does the mogo have a catchy ring to it, but also strong resonance with the distinguished values that Smarties represents. It drives the Smarties ethos of marketing excellence back home, and was very well received by the audience with its dynamic and impactful launch.

    Key partners for the event included ShareChat & Moj, Silverpush, Glance Advertising, Blis, Hybrid, and Storyboard18, amongst more.

    10 Industry Awards Given

    SMARTIES honored top performing brands, agencies and companies across categories recognising them as industry wins of the year.

    Grand Prix / Best in Show – Gatorade Turf Finder

    Most Resilient Brand of the Year – Olay

    Advertiser of the Year – Mondelez India Foods Pvt. Ltd

    Brand of the Year – Cadbury Celebrations

    Publisher of the Year – Amazon Ads

    Media Agency of the Year – Wavemaker India

    Creative Agency of the Year – Leo Burnett India

    Digital Agency of the Year – Interactive Avenues & Performics India

    Holding Agency Company of the Year – WPP India

    The jury was led by three esteemed jury chairs – Shailendra Katyal, Managing Director of Lenovo; Deepika Bhan, President – Packaged Foods, Tata Consumer Products; and Rohit Bhasin, MMA India Board Member; President, Head – Affluent, NRI, Business Banking and CMO, Kotak Mahindra Bank.

    Tata Consumer Products president – Packaged Foods, & Smarties Jury Chair Deepika Bhan said: “As a jury chair, it was a privilege to witness the extraordinary caliber of work submitted. In an era where innovation and consumer engagement are key, these campaigns showcased the true potential of creativity combined with data to drive significant business results in the FMCG sector.”

    Key Trends Highlighted in Smarties India 2024:

    1    AI Marketing & Connected TV: These emerging categories saw a remarkable number of entries, indicating the industry’s growing focus on leveraging AI and new media to drive marketing innovation.

    2    Retail Media: As retail media continues to evolve, the winning campaigns demonstrated how brands are tapping into phygital experiences and omnichannel strategies to connect with consumers in meaningful ways.

    3    Creator/Influencer Marketing: This category remained a magnet for creative excellence, with campaigns that effectively engaged niche communities and built authentic connections through influencers and celebrities.

    MMA Global India Country Head and BOD Member Moneka Khurana shared her thoughts:
    “Congratulations to all the winners of SMARTIES India 2024. The campaigns we’re celebrating are truly shaping the future of marketing excellence. Each winner showcases the very best of not only creativity and innovation but true business impact. At MMA, we’re committed to a future proof showcase of campaigns that empower marketers and brands to continue driving digital maturity and transformation at scale in our rapidly evolving industry.”

    The gala was preceded by Smarties Unplugged to decode the future of marketing excellence witnessed within the work submitted at Smarties, a pre-gala conference that saw thought leaders discussing AI marketing, creative tech, and the evolving consumer mindset in the digital age. It was a day well spent with sessions and masterclasses that inspired attendees with actionable insights on shaping the future of marketing.

    Jury Highlights

    Lenovo & Smarties Jury Chair, managing director, Shailendra Katyal remarked: “Judging the SMARTIES entries this year reinforced the importance of integrating technology into every aspect of marketing. The winning campaigns stood out for their ability to seamlessly blend creativity and technological advancements, especially in categories like AI Marketing and Connected TV. These campaigns represent the future of marketing excellence and set high standards for the year to come.”

    The diverse pan-industry selection jury comprised leaders from Havas Media, Lionsgate Play, FCB, Jio, Domino’s, Abbott, Flipkart, WPP, Dentsu, Mindshare, Niti Aayog, Times Network, LoveChild by Masaba, Zee5, Genpact, amongst many.

    The final set of deliberations spread over a 3-day enriching jury meet to decide on the metals by our marketer-only jury comprising diverse categories represented by marketers from Myntra, Hindustan Unilever, Tata, HDFC, Marico, Aditya Birla Group, Pepsico, MakeMyTrip, Godrej, Castrol, Wipro, Nivea, Perfetti, Leela, Hershey, HP, amongst more; with Kantar, serving as the official jury observer, ensuring the highest standards in evaluation.

    Embed: Explore the full jury roster here.:

    Here are the winners:

     

    Award Sub Category

    		 Gold

    Silver

    Bronze

    PURPOSE DRIVEN MARKETING

    Brand Purpose / Activism

    Gatorade Turf Finder – PepsiCo (Leo Burnett India)

    Meet AI-SHU – P&G (PG One)

    YiPPee Create Magic – ITC Ltd (Interactive Avenues)

    Social Impact Marketing

    LULUMELON EOSS – HDFC Bank (FCB Kinnect)

    Castrol Pragati Ki Paathshaala – Castrol (Mindshare India)

    Google Search “Bolne Se Sab Hoga” – Google Search (EssenceMediacom)

    &

    Gatorade Turf Finder – PepsiCo (Leo Burnett India)

    Diversity & Inclusion

    Meet AI-SHU – P&G (PG One)

    EatQual Colours – Hardcastle Restaurants (DDB Mudra)

    Google Search “Bolne Se Sab Hoga” (EssenceMediacom)

    &

    #ItAllStartsWithAName – Tata Starbucks (Wavemaker India)

    MARKETING IMPACT

    Brand Experience

    Gatorade Turf Finder – PepsiCo (Leo Burnett India) & Cadbury Silk Story of Us – Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    NA

    Maa’s Message – A Divine AR Intervention – Unilever (Mindshare India)

    Instant Impact / Promotion

    ITC Masterchef’s Snacking Revolution – ITC Ltd (Performics India)

    The RAZORPRENEUR Challenge – Bombay Shaving Company (Revolio)

    &

    Halloween Hacks – Perfetti Van Melle (Wavemaker India)

    KitKat – Snap In Half – Nestle India (Eleve Media)

    Customer Journey Marketing

    A surprise for 8 Billion People – Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    LEGO launches lifted market share – LEGO

    &

    Aashirvaads Data-Driven Approach to Premiumization – ITC Ltd (Performics India)

    SIWO: Turning speechless India into Playful India – Mondelez (Wavemaker India)

    Product and / or Service Launch

    Every cricket enthusiast will play on Dream11 – Sporta Technologies (Wavemaker India)  & CaratLane Service Launch – CaratLane (BBH India)

    NA

    LEGO launches lifted market share – LEGO

    Real-Time Marketing

    Ghar Ek Mauka Ek – UltraTech Cement (Mindshare India)

    Thums Up Utha Apni Side Bata – Coca-Cola (EssenceMediacom)

    Gatorade: Turf Finder – PepsiCo (Spark Foundry Publicis Media)

    Small Budget Big Impact

    Gatorade: Turf Finder – PepsiCo (Spark Foundry – Publicis Media)

    Innovative Use of Paid Search – Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles (Havas Media India Private Limited)

    Pediasure: Nurturing Healthy Growth for Children – Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd (Starcom)

    IMPACT MEDIA

    Omnichannel Marketing

    Oreo Bola Mat Bol (Oreo says don’t jinx it) – Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    Your Stage; Your Story – Coca-Cola India (EssenceMediacom)

    #ThisAdIsMyStore Lights Up Diwali for Homepreneurs – Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    Cross Digital Media Marketing

    Cadbury 5Star Nothing University – Mondelez India Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    SIWO: Turning speechless India into Playful India – Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    When India had its #fingerscrossed!- Nestle India (Zenith Media)

    &

    Truly ‘Open’ By Axis Bank Axis Bank (Performics India)

    Social Media Marketing

    When GenZs took a breaking love break! – Nestle India (Zenith Media)

    Offline (OOH) to Online (Social) Search Movement – Google Search (EssenceMediacom)

    Squeezing back the summer fun – PepsiCo India (Leo Burnett India)

    Creator / Influencer / Celebrity Marketing

    Every cricket enthusiast will play on Dream11 – Sporta Technologies (Wavemaker India)

    Karan ‘Badtameez’ hai_Amazon miniTV show launch – Amazon miniTV (SoCheers)

    &

    Doctors Day – Hopes restored, heroes honoured – Sun Pharmaceuticals (Wavemaker India)

    How Cadbury 5 Star ‘Erased’ Valentine’s day – Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    Gaming, Gamification & E-Sports

    4th Umpire – Britannia Industries Ltd (Schbang)

    Multi-Screen Reality drives dividend for Domex – Hindustan Unilever (Mindshare India)

    ConFUSEing Controller -Game On, Parents Off: The S – Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    EMERGING TECH MARKETING

    Data Insights / Contextual Marketing

    Gatorade Turf Finder powered by Google Maps – PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt Ltd (Leo Burnett India)

    India’s 1st Voice Enabled brand experience on OTT – Google Search (EssenceMediacom)

    Aashirvaads Data-Driven Approach to Premiumization – ITC Ltd (Performics India)

    &

    Castrol MAGNATEC – Gaadi Chalao, Tractor Nahi – Castrol India (Mindshare India)

    Connected TV

    Castrol MAGNATEC – Gaadi Chalao, Tractor Nahi – Castrol India (Mindshare India)

    Banega Toh Badhega India – AsIndiaBuildsIndiaGrows – UltraTech Cement Ltd (Mindshare India)

    Fire TV Drives Brand Uplift for a L’Oréal Launch – L’Oréal (Wavemaker India)

    Programmatic

    #MyBirthdaySong a Personalized AI Symphony – Mondelez India Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    Maa’s Message – A Divine AR Intervention – Unilever (Mindshare India)

    1947 per cent more history – Britannia Industries Ltd (Talented Agency)

    E-COMMERCE MARKETING

    Integrated Ecommerce Innovation & Live Streaming

    		 NA

    LEGO launches lifted market share by 53 per cent @23X RoI – LEGO

    &

    Building EV category on Amazon: Achieving 77x ROAS – Hero MotoCorp.)

    Engaging Baby Audiences: Baby & Toddler Store – Himalaya Wellness Company

    O2O / New Retail / Innovative & New Tech Sales Channels

    Co-creating festive campaigns on Quick Commerce – Mondelez India Foods Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    Blinkit Single Mode x Erase Valentine’s Day – Mondelez India Foods Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    Reshaping the EV landscape – Matter EV (Flipkart)

    CREATIVE

    Customer (CX) / User Experience (UX) & Design

    Cadbury Silk Story of Us – Mondelez India Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    Personalizing Celebrations with AI #MyBirthdaySong – Mondelez India Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    Ultimate Gaming SetUp: A Multi-Brand Success Story – Intel
    Personalization

    Royal Stag: A Billion Films for a Billion Fans – Pernod Ricard India Private Limited (Wavemaker India)

    SIWO: Turning speechless India into Playful India – Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    		 NA

    Short or Long Form Video

    How Cadbury 5 Star ‘Erased’ Valentine’s day – Mondelez India Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    Meet AI-SHU – Your New STEM Mentor – P&G (PG One)

    Google Search – Dhoondege Toh Milega – Google India (Toaster India)

    &

    Castrol MAGNATEC – The Bombay Journey – Castrol (Mindshare India)

    AI MARKETING

    AI-Powered Audience Engagement

    Join The Copverse – Prime Video’s AI adventure – Amazon Prime Video (Interactive Avenues)

    Personalizing Celebrations with AI #MyBirthdaySong – Mondelez India Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    #Riseupfrombeingfriendzoned with Pepsi – PepsiCo (Spark Foundry, Publicis Media)

    Innovative Use of AI in Advertising

    Dark Fantasy – Biting into a million fantasies – ITC Ltd. (Interactive Avenues)

    Cadbury Silk Story of Us – Mondelez India Pvt Ltd (Wavemaker India)

    1947% more history – Britannia Industries Ltd (Talented Agency)

    &

    Half CA enabled ‘Full’ Income tax return filing – Amazon India (SoCheers)

    AI-Driven Creative Excellence

    Personalizing Celebrations with AI #MyBirthdaySong – Mondelez India Pvt. Ltd. (Wavemaker India)

    Cadbury Silk Story of Us – Mondelez India Pvt Ltd (Wavemaker India)

    SIWO: Turning speechless India into Playful India 0 Mondelez India (Wavemaker India)

    &

    Half CA enabled ‘Full’ Income tax return filing – Amazon India (SoCheers)

    Next Stop: Smarties Global

    The India winners now move on to the regional and global SMARTIES stages, competing alongside campaigns from over 45 countries, with 10,000+ global entries vying for top honors in modern marketing excellence.

  • Lionsgate Play partners with Ncell in Nepal for Biz Sadhain ONÚ customers

    Lionsgate Play partners with Ncell in Nepal for Biz Sadhain ONÚ customers

    Mumbai: Ncell in line with its commitment to Sadhain ON has partnered with Lionsgate Play, a premium streaming service from Lionsgate India and Starz, to offer Biz Sadhain ON users quality content that is second to none. Lionsgate Play features a library of premium content, binge-worthy franchises, and premieres.

    This partnership aims to enhance the experience of customers subscribing to Biz Sadhain ON by providing bundled subscription offers and exclusive content for better customer engagement and satisfaction. Customers who have already accessed this platform since the launch of Biz Sadhain ON have expressed excitement about the platform and its rich content library.

    Every Ncell customer buying Biz Sadhain ON plans above Rs 499 is eligible to enjoy Lionsgate’s bold, inclusive, provocative, empowering, and engaging content. Additionally, Biz Sadhain ON users receive subscription-free access to the Mero Lagani App, which tracks share profit and loss.

    “We are thrilled to introduce Lionsgate Play to Nepal with Ncell, offering viewers a world-class streaming experience,” said Lionsgate Play, Asia president Rohit Jain. “With our vast library of content, including critically acclaimed movies and series, we are confident that Lionsgate Play will become the go-to destination for entertainment lovers across the country.”

    Lionsgate Play offers a diverse range of content across various genres, catering to different tastes and preferences. The platform features a wide selection of content, including Hollywood blockbuster movies, TV shows, original content under the Lionsgate banner, documentaries, kids and family content, and international films and series that appeal to global audiences.

    “Lionsgate Play is a very exclusive offer for our Biz Sadhain ON customers. This is the ticket that ensures special access to the vast content library of Lionsgate, one of the world’s leading standalone, pure-play, publicly traded content companies,” said Ncell chief commercial officer Umair Mohsin. “So far, we have received overwhelmingly positive feedback since Lionsgate Play became accessible in Nepal for our Biz Sadhain ON customers, as our streaming partner.”

    To access Lionsgate Play, customers can quickly upgrade their plans to Biz Sadhain ON by dialling *123# or visiting the Ncell App. The Lionsgate Play app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store, Apple App Store, and Amazon Firestick.

  • Here’s a list of sci-fi shows and audio series to binge

    Here’s a list of sci-fi shows and audio series to binge

    Mumbai: Hey there, sci-fi fans! With the upcoming release of the Amitabh Bachchan starrer ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ and ‘May The 4th Be With You’ just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to revisit some popular sci-fi shows and audio series on OTT platforms. From the classic Star Wars to other cool sci-fi adventures like ‘Number Zero,’ we’ve compiled a list of binge-worthy picks that will take you on thrilling journeys through space and time. So, whether you’re a die-hard Jedi or simply love a good intergalactic adventure, get ready to escape into the galaxy of science fiction! From epic space battles to mind-bending alternate realities, these shows are sure to keep you entertained for light-years.

    Here’s a list of the top five sci-fi shows and audio series on OTT platforms that you shouldn’t miss out on:

    Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (Disney+ Hotstar)

    A young farmer named Luke, accompanied by wise Obi-Wan, smuggler Han Solo, and droids R2-D2 and C-3PO, embarks on a daring mission to rescue Princess Leia from the clutches of Darth Vader. Their journey spans galaxies as they carry vital plans to challenge the oppressive Empire and its formidable weapon. Along the way, they encounter fierce battles, encounter strange creatures, and Luke discovers the power of the Force, weaving a heroic saga of good pitted against evil in a distant galaxy.

    Number Zero (Pocket FM)

    Vipin only travels between planets. However, when he decides to investigate Earth this time, things change! Even though Vipin intended to keep his visit to Earth a secret, these kinds of things are difficult to conceal, don’t they? What occurs when Vipin touches down on Earth? Will he make it in the world of humans? What issues will he face? To find out, tune in to Number Zero exclusively on Pocket FM.

    My Love From Another Star (Netflix)

    Do Min-joon is an alien who landed on Earth in 1609 during the Joseon Dynasty. He saves a girl named Seo Yi-hwa from falling off a cliff and misses his return trip to his home planet and is stranded on Earth for the next four centuries. Written by Park Ji-eun and directed by Jang Tae-yoo, produced by Choi Moon-suk and Moon Bo-mi, it stars Jun Ji-hyun, Kim Soo-hyun, Park Hae-jin, Yoo In-na, Shin Sung-rok, and Ahn Jae-hyun.

    The Mandalorian (Disney+ Hotstar)

    The Mandalorian series follows Din Djarin, a Mandalorian bounty hunter operating in the outer reaches of the galaxy. Tasked by Imperial remnants to retrieve Grogu, a young child, Din instead chooses to protect him. Together, they embark on a quest to find Grogu’s kin while evading Moff Gideon, who seeks to exploit Grogu’s Force abilities. Their journey eventually takes them to Mandalore, where Din seeks redemption for breaking his code by revealing his face.

    Moonfall (Lionsgate Play)

    The world stands on the brink of annihilation when a mysterious force knocks the moon from its orbit and sends it hurtling toward a collision course with Earth. With only weeks before impact, NASA executive Jocinda “Jo” Fowler teams up with a man from her past and a conspiracy theorist for an impossible mission into space to save humanity. Directed, co-written and co-produced by Roland Emmerich, Moonfall stars Halle Berry, Patrick Wilson and John Bradley.

  • Ultimate summer binge list for teenagers is here

    Ultimate summer binge list for teenagers is here

    Mumbai: Summer break boredom kicking in? Say no more! Dive into a world of teenage dramas filled with love, friendship, and gripping plot twists. Whether you’re a fan of heart-wrenching romances or supernatural mysteries, these OTT shows and audio series are here to keep you entertained all summer long. Grab your popcorn, settle into your favorite spot, and get ready for an entertainment extravaganza.

    Summer break just got a whole lot more exciting with these five exciting teenage OTT shows and audio series to add to your binge list:

    Flames Season 4 (Amazon Prime Video)

    Season 4 seamlessly picks up from its predecessor, focusing on the evolving dynamics of two couples: Rajat (Ritvik Sahore), Ishita (Tanya Maniktala), Anusha (Sunakshi Grover), and Pandu (Shivam Kakar). The coming-of-age comedy-drama follows the characters as they grapple with the challenges of their final year in school, attempting to strike a delicate balance between studies and love while facing the uncertainties of the future.

    Param Sundari (Pocket FM)

    Muktanjali is a simple-hearted college-going girl who has always been bullied because of her looks. Her pimples, scars, spectacles, and braces are constantly brought up in conversations with family and classmates as they keep ridiculing her. On Valentine’s Day, she hopes to meet her prince charming, someone who would love her for her kind heart. However, the day ends up changing her life forever. Will Muktanjali be able to find true love? Will she find someone who loves her for who she is? To find out more, listen to Param Sundari.

    Kota Factory Season 2 (Netflix)

    Like many students from across India, Vaibhav comes to Kota to prepare for JEE and NEET. Along with his friends, he navigates campus life and works hard to get into IIT. In Season 2, the story moves forward from the first season and highlights the lives of Jeetu Bhaiyya (Jeetendra Kumar), Vibhav Bhaiya (Mayur More), Vartika (Revathi Pillai), Meena (Ranjan Raj), Meenal (Urvi Singh), Uday (Alam Khan), and others as they face problems while dealing with their personal crises of IIT-JEE, both as teachers and as aspirants.

    Phunkaar (Pocket FM)

    Pushkar is a 17-year-old Shiv Bhakt whose body gets taken over by mystical and dangerous snakes who are here to prepare him for his greatest battle that will change the destiny of the world. Tune in to Phunkaar for a mystical journey on Pocket FM.

    Feels Like Home Season 2 (Lionsgate Play)

    Feels Like Home, a coming-of-age series, follows four boys as they navigate their first house away from home, delving into the chaos of parties, relationships, and conflicts. Season 2 continues to chronicle their journey from boyhood to manhood with increased drama, bromance, and laughter, capturing a whirlwind of emotions and friendship. Helmed by Sahir Raza and written by Sidhanta Mathur, the series stars Prit Kamani, Vishnu Kaushal, Mihir Ahuja, Anshuman Malhotra, Himika Bose, and Inayat Sood.

  • Lionsgate Play & Smart partner for affordable binge-watch deal in Philippines

    Lionsgate Play & Smart partner for affordable binge-watch deal in Philippines

    Mumbai: Premium streaming platform Lionsgate Play has announced its groundbreaking partnership with mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) aimed at redefining the landscape of digital entertainment for Filipinos. Starting today, all Smart Prepaid and Smart Postpaid subscribers in the Philippines may enjoy affordable premium streaming subscriptions as they dive into Lionsgate Play’s expansive library of blockbuster franchises and innovative original series. Whether they’re movie enthusiasts or binge-watchers, Smart customers can take advantage of the best rates to access Lionsgate Play’s curated library.

    Since it entered the Philippines market in June 2022, Lionsgate Play has been making waves with its entertainment offerings that lean toward the provocative, thrilling, and edgy. The official streaming platform of the renowned Hollywood studio Lionsgate, it offers blockbuster franchises (including John Wick, The Hunger Games, Twilight, Step-Up, and Saw); award-winning Lionsgate feature films (such as La La Land and Wonder); original series that cut across multiple genres (like Power, Gaslit, Party Down, The Serpent Queen, Ramy, Minx, and more).

    Pocket-friendly prices for world-class entertainment

    “Our partnership with Smart is an integral part of our continued expansion efforts across Southeast Asia,” said Lionsgate Play Asia president Rohit Jain. “This collaboration aligns with our vision to distribute our content more broadly and to diversify our subscriber base, enabling audiences to ‘play more, browse less.’ We’re committed to strategic partnerships, and Smart is the perfect partner to help us achieve that goal.”

    “This collaboration with Lionsgate Play solidifies our commitment to delivering the widest breadth of world-class entertainment to the fingertips of Filipinos. Through this partnership, we reinforce our mission to make sure that every Smart user has more options to enjoy the content they want to consume,” said Wireless Business at Smart head of consumer Alex O. Caeg.

    “Powered by Smart, our customers can enjoy seamless streaming of their favourite movies, and access their beloved series from Lionsgate Play’s phenomenal library. Whether at home or on the go, they have the option to indulge in uninterrupted entertainment and immerse themselves in top-notch streaming at their convenience,” adds Kristine A. Go, SVP for Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.

    Smart subscribers will be able to enjoy these cinematic offerings at incredibly affordable rates. An LGP subscription is priced at just PHP 99/month for Smart subscribers, compared to the standard rate of PHP 129/month. Smart will also be rolling out an extra affordable 7-day subscription for a mere PHP 39, making LGP’s exceptional entertainment available to everyone.