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  • Zoom and The Zoom Studios partner with One Life Studios to syndicate their content worldwide

    Zoom and The Zoom Studios partner with One Life Studios to syndicate their content worldwide

    Mumbai: One Life Studios (OLS) has announced the partnership with Times Network’s Zoom and The Zoom Studios to distribute their youth-focused entertainment offerings in China and Africa.

    With their diverse catalogue comprising fiction & non-fiction-based short series and celebrity shows and various other genres, OLS is all set to take this entire gamut of youth-oriented content from Zoom and The Zoom Studios to audiences all over the world, it said in a statement.

    Before this, OLS had also inked a partnership with Sony Pictures Networks India for CIS, CEE region along with China & Japan, Pocket Films & Turmeric Vision Pvt Ltd (Food Food) to syndicate their entire catalogue across the globe.

    Talking about the latest association, OLS head Siddharth Kumar Tewary said, “For us at One Life Studios, our effort is dedicated to offering the world audiences a choice of exciting & quality content in varied genres from fiction (long & short – thrillers/ romantic/ period/family) to non-fiction (lifestyle/travel/cookery/infotainment/fashion & celebrity). We believe in not just creating but also partnering with studios and producers who share our vision and take their content across the globe through our huge network syndicate. The narrative and conversational styles adopted by the creators for the zoom studios originals have made sure that the young viewers not just connect but also become a sustained and loyal fan base for their forthcoming ventures. Seeing how interestingly they’ve charted their course, we are certain that this content can create an even greater stir internationally.”

    Times Network COO and executive president Jagdish Mulchandani said, “We are delighted to announce One Life Studios as our exclusive distributor of Bollywood & original content in China and Africa, strengthening our presence in the international markets. Zoom and The Zoom Studios are our pioneer brands, synonymous with powerful Bollywood and original content. I am confident with this partnership, viewers across the globe will experience our best-in-class Bollywood and original shows.”

  • Flick registers 42 mn+ views, 100 mn+ impression across social media

    Flick registers 42 mn+ views, 100 mn+ impression across social media

    KOLKATA: The Zoom Studios’ short-format content brand Flick has registered 42 million+ views and 100 million+ impression across The Zoom Studios YouTube channel, Facebook and Instagram. With powerful 40 individual stories, Flick has produced an exclusive suit of short format videos that captures a series of universal moments taken out of our lives and portrayed through a heart-warming narrative. It was launched during the lockdown last year.

    With a central theme on how individual moments from our lives, if placed in a timeline, is nothing short of a film, Flick stories reflect the essence of life and celebrate its little moments. Delivering relatable stories which are brought to life with strong narratives and power packed performances, Flick has featured a talented pool of artists including Priyank Sharma, Benafsha Soonawalla, Harleen Sethi, Namit Das, Karishma Sharma, Shruti Vyas, Aashim Gulati, Mahesh Thakur, Shreya Gupto, Barkha Singh, Archak Chhabra, Ritvik Sahore, Pankhuri Awasthy, Vaibhav Tatwawaadi and many more.

    Times Network COO and EVP Jagdish Mulchandani said: “With the pandemic induced lockdown last year, content consumption patterns and preferences evolved significantly. The Zoom Studios took a leap forward with Flick during this time, exploring short format entertainment, offering viewers a differentiated yet wholesome content that can be watched in one go. We are really excited and encouraged by the overwhelming response from our viewers and the strong brand resonance and preference that Flick has achieved in a short span. I am confident that Flick will continue to resonate with our viewers who are looking for short stories that are real and heart-warming.”

    Building a strong connect with young male and female viewers alike, Flick has not only gained a loyal millennial fanbase but also received appreciation and recognition from the industry. The Flick titled Tape, A Love Story was awarded with ‘Content Debut of the year’ title and Flick was declared ‘Top 25 content brands & enterprises’ at Inkspell’s Indian Content Leadership Awards 2020. The brand also won Gold at the (Drivers of Digital) DOD Awards 2021 in the category of Top 10 Digital Brands/Enterprises. 

    A robust integrated brand campaign #StoriesToTell has also been rolled out across print, digital, OOH and TV platforms. Popular brands like OkCupid, Unilever, Korea Tourism and Tru Hair have associated Flick.

  • The Zoom Studios announces the new season of its popular web show, The Reunion

    The Zoom Studios announces the new season of its popular web show, The Reunion

    MUMBAI:  The Zoom Studios has announced the much-anticipated new season of its maiden show, The Reunion. Creating a record run with over 50 million views on YouTube and Facebook, the earlier season had received rave reviews for its refreshing storytelling and content.

    Infused with nostalgia, connecting back to the roots, the ten-part series of the new season walks down memory lane and captures the emotional roller coaster journey of the Pujari family, who have drifted apart over the years and are now living separate lives, only to be reunited under one roof. The content studio has also partnered Odisha Tourism, promising viewers a visual treat with a compelling story set against gorgeous landscapes, shot in various parts of Odisha including Shimilipal, Bhitarkanika, Konark-Puri, Chilka, Dhenkanal, Badmul, Daringbadi, Koraput, Debrigarh.

    The new season helmed by acclaimed director Danish Aslam has roped in an eclectic cast including Lillette Dubey, Veer Rajwant Singh, Devika Vatsa, Prabal Panjabi, Kashmira Irani and KK Raina.

    Times Network  COO and executive president Jagdish Mulchandani said, “The Reunion marked the foray of The Zoom Studios into original content and immediately catapulted to being the viewers favorite series. The series broke new ground, setting a solid path for us as we marched ahead in our content journey. We are excited to launch the new season of The Reunion and delighted to partner with Odisha Tourism in our journey. I am confident that with a powerful storyline, distinguished star cast, and an extremely talented director, the show will create another success story for us”.

    The show is slated to launch in April 2021.

  • The Zoom Studios announces Intertainer 2020, India’s ultimate digital hunt for the best entertainer on internet’

    The Zoom Studios announces Intertainer 2020, India’s ultimate digital hunt for the best entertainer on internet’

    As India continues to practice social distancing and safety measures amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the digital world has paved itself to be an enabler to continue with our social lives, connecting with the outside world and also serving a creative platform for many budding talents. Offering these emerging talents and creative minds with an ultimate opportunity to achieve fame and success, The Zoom Studios, the original content arm of Zoom and leading digital content destination has announced the launch of  Intertainer 2020,  a first of its kind digital hunt for the best internet entertainer of the year. Successfully positioning itself as the favourite content destinations amongst viewers across the country within just 2 years since its inception, The Zoom Studios, synonymous with real, conversational and engaging content, takes a leap forward with Intertainer 2020, enabling and supporting the new generation of digital content creators.

    The two-month contest that will run in three distinct phases with judging criteria that includes originality, social media reach and entertainment quotient,  Intertainer 2020 call for entries is LIVE across The Zoom Studios social media platforms. Participants can upload their video-applications showcasing and performing their entertaining creative concept, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or on TikTok and use the #Intertainer2020 and tag @TheZoomStudios to enter the contest. The coveted title of Intertainer 2020 will offer the winner not just prize money but also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the face of The Zoom Studios and a chance to feature on The Zoom Studios originals, videos and host their own show.

    Jagdish Mulchandani, COO and Executive President, Times Network said, “With people confined to their homes during  the lockdown, we have witnessed an exponential rise in digital consumption and a new wave of content creators unveiling their talent across social media.  After setting a new benchmark in storytelling with real-life narratives brought to life with power packed performances, we are excited to announce Intertainer 2020, a unique initiative that identifies and rewards passionate creative minds, who are focused towards making engaging entertaining digital content. Encouraging and nurturing new talent since the inception of The Zoom Studios, we look forward to celebrating India’s best Intertainers.”

    The hunt for the biggest entertainer on the internet has begun! Win your ultimate ticket to be The Face of The Zoom Studios!

  • The Zoom Studios to premiere ‘Happily Ever After’ on 01 February

    The Zoom Studios to premiere ‘Happily Ever After’ on 01 February

    MUMBAI:  Closing 2019 on a high note with its originals transcending reviews from the critics and masses alike, The Zoom Studios kickstarts the New Year with its sixth original, ‘Happily Ever After’, a slice of life series that explores the reality of modern day wedding goals. Firmly positioning itself as a leading content house, The Zoom Studios with its five originals registered a viewership of over 120 million on its YouTube Channel. 

    The last offering from the content house, The Holiday, alone clocked a viewership of more than 45 million on YouTube and created a sensation on digital media with its loyal fan base. Continuing with its promise to offer relatable stories that are brought to life with strong narratives and power packed performances, The Zoom Studios’ upcoming show, ‘Happily Ever After’ will premiere on 01 February at 7 PM on The Zoom Studios YouTube channel and Zoom.

    ‘Happily Ever After’ captures the essence of a modern millennial relationship and brings to light the hitches and glitches the millennial couple – Roneet Bagchi and Avani Mehndiratta faces as they strive to achieve their dream wedding. Determined to host the biggest wedding, Avani and Roneet struggle to pull off their grand wedding with their limited savings. Resorting to their ‘jugaad’ ideas to tackle each impediment, Avani and Roneet are in for a roller coaster ride as the show unfolds.

    The show marks the web debut of acclaimed director, Navjot Gulati and brings together digital powerhouse talents, Naveen Kasturia (Roneet Bagchi) and Harshita Gaur (Avani Mehndiratta) to play the lead roles. Shot in the picturesque locations of Rajasthan, the show presents an ensemble cast of 54 actors from the small screen, coming together for the first time on an OTT original. Shivankit Parihar, Shruti Das, Gurpreet Saini, Shabnam Vadhera, Rajiv Khanna amongst others will be seen playing key characters in this situational drama-comedy.

    Times Network COO and executive president Jagdish Mulchandani said, “In a short span, The Zoom Studios has strongly built itself in delivering real, conversational and engaging narratives that have successfully resonated with our viewers. Continuing with our promise to bring forth strong narratives, ‘Happily Ever After’, is a refreshing take on modern day wedding goals and attempts to focus on the real happiness, which is devoid of a price tag. We are excited and thrilled to present our new show and I am confident that the show will reiterate the success of our previous shows”.

    Watch ‘Happily Ever After’ co-presented by Ponds and Digital Loans partner: SBI on 01 February 2020 at 7 PM on The Zoom Studios YouTube Channel and Zoom.

  • The Zoom Studios announces fourth original ‘Mom & Co.’

    The Zoom Studios announces fourth original ‘Mom & Co.’

    MUMBAI: The Zoom Studios, the original content arm of zoOm styled by Myntra has announced its fourth original Mom & Co., which will premiere on the Zoom Studios YouTube Channel and zoom on 9 February. The show, produced by The Green light productions and directed by Ashish Ranglani, will celebrate the beautiful relationship between a mother and her son. Veteran actor Neliima Azeem will be marking her digital debut with this 10-episode series.

    Speaking on the fourth original, Mom & Co., Times Network president Nikhil Gandhi says, “Our original content has strongly resonated with our audience and this encouragement has driven us to launch our new series, Mom & Co., which captures the complexities and beauty of a mother-son relationship. It’s a universal emotion that is relatable to viewers across geographies and age groups, presented through a compelling and emotional narrative. We are excited and thrilled to present our new show and I am confident that Mom & Co., with its impactful storyline, will reiterate the success of our previous shows.”

    Neliima Azeem says, “It is very rare that you see a mother play the lead of a show and that's precisely what attracted me to the story. I am definitely looking forward to the show. Ayush & Ashish have been absolute fabulous to work with. I wish the whole team all the best.”

    Ayush Mehra who will be seen playing the role of Neliima’s son says, “This show is very special to me and I feel honoured to be working with such an amazing team and such talented actors. The beautiful mother-son relationship as a concept is untouched in the web world and I am overwhelmed and excited to be a part of it.”