ITV

Tag: VH1

  • Watch the phenoms take stage at the 2018 American Music Awards – music industry’s largest fan-voted award show exclusively on Vh1

    Watch the phenoms take stage at the 2018 American Music Awards – music industry’s largest fan-voted award show exclusively on Vh1

    National: Celebrating and honoring music talent at the biggest stage, Vh1 brings to fans the 2018 American Music Awards from the Microsoft Theater in LA, California. Hosted by the versatile Tracey Ellis Ross, witness magical and captivating performances by pop icon Taylor Swift, break-out hip-hop star Post Malone & Ty Dolla $ign, along with some of the most eminent names in the music space including the likes of Cardi B, Benny Blanco, Halsey, Khalid and many more. After a pulsating week-long build-up to the coveted award revels, the telecast commences at 6:30am IST on Wednesday, October 10, followed by a repeat telecast at 9pm exclusively on Vh1.

    Commenting on the telecast of 2018 edition, Hashim Dsouza – Head of Programming, English Entertainment, Viacom18 said, “Leading the pack by showcasing the best of international music and music-based events, Vh1 is dedicated to fulfilling the wishes and needs of its constantly-growing viewer base. The American Music Awards is one of the biggest award ceremonies in the world and we take immense pride at being the only channel that brings such monumental music events, making Vh1 the one-stop-shop for music enthusiasts.”

    The American Music Awards honors artists in multiple musical genres, that are nominated based on key fan interactions, album & digital song sales, radio airplay, streaming, social activity and touring as tracked by Billboard. The categories include – Pop/Rock, Alternative Rock, Country, Rap/Hip-Hop, Soul/R&B, Adult Contemporary, Contemporary Inspirational, Latin, EDM and Soundtrack, alongside awards for New Artist of the Year, Collaboration of the Year, Tour of the Year, Video of the Year, Favorite Song and Artist of the Year.

  • Comedy Central, COLORS INFINITY, MTV Beats & Vh1 centers the spotlight on super – women this Women’s Day

    Comedy Central, COLORS INFINITY, MTV Beats & Vh1 centers the spotlight on super – women this Women’s Day

    MUMBAI: This International Women’s Day, the English and Music channels of Viacom18 are all set to celebrate womanhood, showcasing the contribution of some of our most favorite ladies. Indulge into feet tapping music, and back-to-back episodes of shows that feature women in their various personality shades.

    This Women’s Day, know more of your favorite women celebrities, with ‘O Womaniya’, on MTV Beats

    Show: O Womaniya

    Date and Time: 8th March, 8 AM

    This Women’s Day, MTV Beats gives you more than one reason to celebrate. Get up, close and personal with your favorite B-Town celebs as MTV Beats brings to you some lesser known trivia such as jaw-dropping secrets and funny coincidences from their lives. Not just this, get a chance to make the woman in your life feel special by dedicating songs on MTV Beats Request Box and Beats on Demand.  All this and much more, as MTV Beats calls out  ‘O Womaniya’ this Women’s Day.

    Catch the best of music to celebrate the Womaniyas in Bollywood and in your life, with MTV Beats O Womaniya, on 8th March, 2018.

    Celebrate 12 non-stop hours of Womanhood this Women’s Day, with Comedy Central’s  teen comedy series, Awkward

    Show: Awkward

    Date and Time: 8th March, 8 AM

    This Women’s Day, Comedy Central wants to celebrate the journey of becoming a woman. Women didn’t just “wake up like this”, there were more than a few growing pains before they transformed into the Fabulous creatures they are today! Celebrate the special day with 12 hours of uninterrupted laughter with teen comedy series, Awkward. An unpopular 15-year-old gains immediate, yet unwanted, popularity at her high school when the student body mistakes an accident she has for a suicide attempt, only on Comedy Central.

    Catch 12 hours of non-stop comedy, this Women’s Day, with Awkward, on 8th March, 8 am onwards, only on Comedy Central~Your Happy Place!

    This Women’s Day, celebrate with music from women rockstars, on Vh1 Diva Squad

    Show: Vh1 Diva Squad: Women’s Day Special

    Date and Time: 8th March, 12 PM

    Women have been smashin’ it in the music industry. We’ve been gifted with some super rad content featuring women being incredibly beautiful, powerful, and confident. Tune in to Vh1 Diva Squad for our women-ruled playlist. From Adele’s Rolling in the Deep, to Madonna’s Like a Virgin, Vh1 has got all your favorites covered.

    Let the women who rule music sweep you off your feet, this Women’s Day, with Vh1 Diva Squad, from 12 PM, on 8th March, only on Vh1!

    Catch non-stop episodes of Girlfriend’s Guide To Divorce Season 3 premiere on COLORS INFINITY

    Show: Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce Season 3

    Date and Time : 8th March, 1 PM

    Tune into COLORS INFINITY this Women’s Day, to catch the Season 3 premier of Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. This season is all set to start with a bang with back to back 7 episodes non-stop celebrating womanhood. Catch Season 3 on Thursday, 8th March as we see Abby’s relationship roller-coaster with Coach Mike; from her trying to keep it under wraps through a cover up party to the revelation about this relationship and finally she questioning her future with Mike. From scandals, parties, relationship drama, this season has it all in store for you.

    Tune into COLORS INFINITY this Women’s Day, to catch the Season 3 premier of Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce with 7 back to back episodes non-stop celebrating womanhood.

  • Vh1 – Inside Access with Miss Malini

    Vh1 – Inside Access with Miss Malini

    This February, staying true to its vibe of unlimited quality entertainment, Vh1 brings back another season of ‘Vh1 Inside Access with MissMalini’ powered by Google Pixel 2’ filled with non-stop gossip, excitement and drama. Hosted by the queen of digital media, Malini Agrawal, the show witnessed tremendous success in its premiere season giving viewers access to interviews with leading celebrities, larger than life music concerts and the scoop on the best gossip. Vh1 Inside Access with MissMalini Season 2 powered by Google Pixel 2 will not just give viewers a sneak peek into the country’s music and entertainment space but will also get them access to some of the most premium and specially curated events and experiences across the country. Set to premiere on Sunday, February 11, 8 PM only on Vh1, the show introduces an exciting new segment #GetTheScoop, spilling the latest trends from social media.

    To dial up engagement for Vh1 Inside Access with MissMalini Season 2 powered by Google Pixel 2, Vh1 is all set to launch a one of a kind marketing campaign ‘Get Inside Access’ providing 10 weeks of 10 special ‘Inside Access’ offers in partnership with leading premium brands like JCB and outlets like Hard Rock Café, Out of The Blue & Smaaash to present viewers with the ultimate ‘Inside Access’. The brand is launching 1 big contest each week starting with Vh1 Inside Access to Vh1 Supersonic 2018– With an exclusive backstage tour to meet the artists. With a new offer each week ranging from Inside Access to free makeovers with JCB stylists, All Day Long Happy Hours at Bombay Bronx and a chef curated free 8 course meals with Out of the Blue; viewers will enjoy the ultimate Inside Access with this Vh1 Initiative.  Adding spunk to the consumer experiences, Vh1 will provide Inside Access to an internship with one of the most successful female entrepreneurs in the entertainment industry, Malini Agrawal aka MissMalini.

    Commenting on the launch of the latest season, Viacom18, Programming Head – English Entertainment, Hashim D’Souza said, “Keeping true to its promise, Vh1 has always brought the best of International music, entertainment and lifestyle to its viewers. We constantly aim to create engaging content by introducing original shows and giving our viewers an opportunity to experience the best on air and on ground. After receiving an overwhelming response to the first season of Vh1 Inside Access with MissMalini, we’re elated to launch its second edition and are confident that the show will be well received by our viewers.”

    Making February extra special, Vh1 will be bringing shows that will not only entertain the viewers but also keep them longing for more! Vh1 goes all out to get some of the best available International English content to its viewers with Promposal beginning 12th February, and Vh1 Lovepalooza, a Valentine’s Day Special on 14th February. In addition, catch the 2018 Brit Awards exclusively on Vh1, on 26th February, celebrating great music and world class musicians.

  • Vh1 to air the most revered 60th Grammy Awards in india

    Vh1 to air the most revered 60th Grammy Awards in india

    Vh1 is all set to bring the biggest celebration of international music, the 60th Grammy Awards to Indian viewers. Airing straight from Madison Square Garden, New York, Vh1 promises an exclusive peek into the best and the greatest music that is honored word-wide. 60th Grammy’s is geared to set the stakes high with a line-up of spectacular musicians such as Lady Gaga, Pink, U2 and more. The award night will be hosted by actor and comedian James Corden, while Kevin Frazier, Nancy O’Dell and Keltie Knight will host the star-studded Red Carpet.

  • Cautious investments serve MTV Beats well

    Cautious investments serve MTV Beats well

    MUMBAI: When digital media made it easy for people to listen to songs anywhere anytime, it sounded like the death knell for music channels on TV. Years later, however, they continue to survive.

    Viacom18 head-youth, music and English entertainment Ferzad Palia told Indiantelevision.com that the consumption of music on television has actually gone through the roof in recent years. “TV viewership is growing because you listen to music on TV and if you liked it then you go out and consume it at whatever point of time. There is no other genre that I know is growing by 50-60 per cent.” Palia said that there was a 60 per cent growth in the music genre on TV in the last four weeks of 2017 as compared with the same period of 2016, quoting Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) data.

    With the conversation on digital media intensifying, the Indian music industry is also shifting towards it. Palia said that MTV Beats, a pure-play music channel launched by Viacom 18 in the second half of 2016, is profitable as the management is very cautious about where it invests. “There are different genres, which we did not enter for various reasons as they are financially not feasible.”

    Contrary to what Palia said, a media professional speaking to Indiantelevision.com said that it may not be viable for music channels to sustain beyond a point with licencing prices going up every year and the only monetisation avenue being ad revenue. Stickiness to television is limited today when it comes to music. New songs are repeatedly played after which they are downloaded from paid apps.

    Considering the cost incurred on rising royalty charges and the digital onslaught, Palia said that the company takes a measured approach to launching channels. “We focus on our products, we invest right and we also do not like to over-invest.” He further said that their prime indicator is consumer acceptance that effectively shows up in their revenue. “Eventually, you are in the business for consumers, so that’s what we focus on,” he adds.

    According to FICCI’s 2017 report, the music industry continues to shift towards digital consumption on the back of cheaper data rates, better digital infrastructure and availability of curated digital music on growing digital platforms. In 2016, the Indian music industry was estimated at Rs 12.2 billion and is expected to grow to Rs 25.4 billion by 2021 at a compound annual growth rate of 15.8 per cent.

    Moreover, Palia revealed that the channel is focused on creating its own intellectual property content.

    MTV Beats targets the 15-30 year age group and has hit 400 million annual number of viewers. “While the youngster is watching, the parents are also introduced to this channel, so the entire viewership for us has grown tremendously. What others have done in 10-12 years, we have managed to accomplish in these many months,” he adds.

    The channel’s viewership grew by 118 per cent by the end of 2017. It also ended the year with 25 minutes time spent, becoming the highest watched contemporary music channel.

    In the time to come, MTV Beats aims to grow its roster of shows with more celebrity faces and music-related content.

    Also Read :

    Music channels bet on shows to boost viewership

    PEN to launch Hindi music channel Dream TV

  • Vh1 to offer K-Popp’d, Lip Sync Battle and X Factor S14 this month

    Vh1 to offer K-Popp’d, Lip Sync Battle and X Factor S14 this month

    MUMBAI: Vh1 is all set to enthrall viewers with its spectacular line up of shows this September! Viewers are in for an exhilarating ride as the channel offers internationally loved shows like The X-Factor UK Season 14, Lip-Sync Battle Season 3, along with widely followed pop music from Korea on Vh1 K- Popp’d and much more.

    Following an overwhelming appeal for the immensely popular style of music, K-Pop, Vh1 is geared up to present a brand new music block Vh1 K-Popp’d, premiering on Saturday, September 16. The show will feature super hit tracks by the most popular Korean musicians BTS, EXO, GOT7 and many more.

    TVh1 is airing an all new season of the much loved The X Factor UK Season 14 starring the sensational Simon Cowell. Joining Simon Cowell will be judges Nicole Scherzinger, Sharon Osbourne and Louis Walsh, who will be seeking out the most talented performer to take home the coveted title, every Monday & Tuesday. The channel will also air a special musical series – Shawn Mendes Unplugged, featuring the 19-year-old Vine cover star turned pop crooner famous for super hit singles like Stitches, Mercy and Treat You Better, on 17 September.

    Turning the month more musical than ever, Vh1 brings back epic lip sync performances, combined with witty commentary by LL Cool J and supermodel Chrissy Teigen on Lip Sync Battle Season 3. Paying tribute to the most sought after mentors in the music industry, Vh1 aired a special programming slot featuring the best teacher- student duos on Vh1 Teacher’s Pet, featuring sensational duos Rihanna & Jay Z, Timberland & Nelly Furtado, Dr. DRE & Eminem and many more, belting out their blockbuster numbers like Umbrella, I need a doctor, Somebody to love and Carry out.

    Viacom 18 head of programming – English entertainment Hashim D’Souza shared: “Looking at the immense popularity amongst Indian viewers for K-Pop, we are also very excited to introduce a special segment Vh1 K-Popp’d which I’m sure will be appreciated by our fans across India.”

    Show Line-up:

    Show: The X-Factor – UK Season 14
    Date: Every Monday & Tuesday| Time: 10 Pm
    Synopsis: X-factor 2017 is on the horizon. Simon Cowell, Nicole Scherzinger, Sharon Osbourne and Louis Walsh are on the lookout for the next big thing. Do not miss the exhilarating performances as the judges
    seek the most talented one to take the award home.

    Show: Lip-Sync Battle Season 3
    Date: Every Monday – Friday | Time: 9 Pm
    Synopsis: Hosted by LL Cool J and with colourful commentary by Chrissy Telgen, the latest season of Lip-Sync battle promises a series of epic performaces. The new season will see guests like Sir Ben Kingsley, Ruby Rose, Spiderman stars- Tom Holland and Zendaya and cast of Stranger Things.

    Show: Vh1 K-Popp’d
    Date: Saturday, 16th September | Time: 8 Pm
    Synopsis: The advent of K-pop is a music phenomenon that introduced South Korean culture to the world. K-Pop has grown into a subculture that amassed enormous fandoms of teenagers and young adults. Vh1 brings to its viewers a whole new music block dedicated to K-pop.

    Show: Shawn Mendes Unplugged
    Date: Premiers on Sunday, 17th September | Time: 8 Pm
    Synopsis: Eight years after the series that featured stripped-down performances, Vh1 is rolling out again the Unplugged. The first guest to grace the new Unplugged will be Vine cover star turned popstar, Shawn Mendes. He has been knocking out monster singles like Stiches, Mercy and Treat You Better.

  • MTV gets 10 of the total haul of 18 PromaxBDA awards by Viacom18

    MUMBAI: Viacom 18 Media has bagged 18 awards across categories at the recently concluded PromaxBDA India 2017 Awards, all the awards going to those conceptualized and produced in-house.

    MTV turned out to be the contributor with a total of 10 awards being scooped up by its creative team alone. Viacom18’s brands COLORS, MTV, Vh1, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, Rishtey Cineplex and COLORS MARATHI brought in a total of nine golds and nine silvers for excellence in various creative campaigns.

    PromaxBDA, which gives awards for marketing excellence in the media marketing space, represents more than 10,000 companies and individuals at every major media organization, marketing agency, research company, strategic and creative vendor and technology provider and is considered to be the leading global resource for education, community, creative inspiration and career development in the media and media marketing sectors. The awards ceremony was held in Mumbai on 18 May 2017.

    The award-winning Viacom 19 Pvt Ltd campaigns at the PromaxBDA India 2017 Awards were:

    public://gold.jpg

    public://silver.jpg

  • Vh1 partners with Vivo brings the 2017 Billboard awards to India

    MUMBAI: Vh1 is all set to air the much-awaited 2017 Billboard Music Awards presented by Vivo Camera & Music.

    With its ongoing partnership with the leading global smartphones brand Vivo Electronic Corp for eight of their international awards, the 2017 Billboard Music Awards will be the second award show in the partnership. The 2017 Billboard Music Awards on Vh1 presented by Vivo Camera & Music was telecast this morning at 6:.30am but will have a prime time repeat at 9.00 pm.

    Lauded as the most coveted honour awarded by Billboard for music, the 2017 Billboard Music Awards has announced Cher, legendary pop star, as the recipient of the ‘Icon Award’. This appearance will also mark her first ever award show performance in over 15 years.

    The Awards night includes star-studded performances by some of the most prolific musicians from the industry such as Ed Sheeran, Imagine Dragons, Bruno Mars and John Legend amongst others.

    On the 20th anniversary of the film ‘Titanic’, the bestselling Canadian songstress Celine Dion will be taking a trip down memory lane with her classic hit My Heart will go on, which she will be performing live at the awards.

    The 2017 Billboard Music Awards presented by Vivo Camera & Music will be aired exclusively on Vh1, one hour post the live show from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

    To promote the awards, Vh1 has launched a robust, 360-degree promotional plan that connects with audiences across all platforms through innovative radio integrations, a robust network of 200 colleges, a partnership network of 1000+ hotspots across India and distinct trade innovations.

    Viacom18 English entertainment cluster VP and programming head Hashim D’souza said, “After a successful partnership on the MTV Movie and TV Awards, we are sure that the partnership with Vivo is further going to strengthen as we get ready for 2017 Billboard Music Awards. Vivo has always created a seamless connect with the Indian audience, and our partnership has seen an overwhelming response from our fans. With the upcoming Billboard Music Awards, we are sure the excitement will only increase manifold.”

    The partnership with Vivo ranges across the illustrious list of awards airing on Vh1, such as the MTV Movie & TV Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Video Music Awards, Europe Music Awards, American Music Awards and Brit Awards, besides Golden Globes and GRAMMYs. The partnership between Vivo and Vh1 reiterates the channel’s position as India’s go-to destination for International Music, entertainment and pop culture.

  • Vivo partners Vh1 for eight international award shows

    MUMBAI: Vh1 India once again raises the bar by partnering with leading global smartphone brand Vivo Electronic Corp, for eight of their international awards. 

    The association will have Vivo on board as presenting sponsor for MTV Movie & TV Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Video Music Awards, Europe Music Awards, American Music Awards and Brit Awards and powered-by sponsor for Golden Globe Awards and Grammy Awards. This association starts with the first of the eight International Awards – MTV Movie and TV Awards.

    Touted to be one of Hollywood’s Wildest Nights, the 2017 MTV Movie and TV Awards recently broke the internet with its bold step towards breaking gender barriers by having gender neutral nominations categories – a move that was appreciated across the world. The awards, which promise to be the biggest party of the year will be aired exclusively on Vh1, one hour post the live show from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles for the viewing pleasure of the Indian audience on 8 May, 2017 at 6:30am with a prime time repeat on the same day at 9 PM only on Vh1.

    Vh1 has launched a robust, 360-degree promotional plan for the upcoming awards that connects with audiences across all platforms. The channel has tied up with over 450 on-ground partners, engaging with consumers across multiple outlets of bars, spas, gyms, cafes and more, thereby innovatively reaching out to audiences across 35 cities via customised fitness workshops, blogger makeovers, award-ready grooming tutorials and the largest on-ground linked digital contest across all the above partnerships. 

    Amongst the on-ground partnerships, Vh1 will also be hosting Vivo Award Nights and Vivo Award Trivia Nights at 40 hotspots across 15 cities. The partnership also comprises a strong college connect program, where the MTV Movie and TV Awards would be promoted across 200 colleges in 19 cities through cool contests, Vivo Morning Alarm Parties, Vivo India Award Frenzy- Snapchat Relay, Award screenings at popular youth hangouts. Fun activities like Vivo perfect selfie contests will also be done across multiple college festivals, along with the Vivo  red carpet walk. Going a step further, a few lucky fans will get a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as Vivo & Vh1 will make it possible for them to attend the international award ceremonies live, at bucket-list destinations like Los Angeles and Las Vegas!

    Vivo India CMO Vivek Zhang said, “We constantly strive to come up with delightful associations to strike a chord with our target audience, that is youth. Vh1 is one of the most popular music channels. Vh1 is also taking special initiative to promote the awards on a wide scale including on-ground activation.”

    Viacom18 head – English and youth entertainment Ferzad Palia said, “We at Vh1 are known for providing creative brand solutions to our partners to drive synergies between the brand and the property they’re associating with.”

    The partnership would range across the illustrious list of awards airing on the channel, such as MTV Movie and TV Awards, Billboard Music Awards, MTV Movie & TV Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Video Music Awards, Europe Music Awards, American Music Awards and Brit Awards, besides Golden Globes and Grammys. The partnership between Vivo and Vh1 reiterates the channel’s position as India’s go-to destination for International Music, entertainment and pop culture.

    Also Read:

    Viacom International buys majority stake in Youtube LATAM content producer

    Vivo is Republic TV prime time presenting sponsor 

  • Vh1 to air Grammys, Beyoncé leads: pub screenings in 12 cities

    MUMBAI: This February, Vh1, India’s leading international music channel, continues the award fever in India with a month long celebration of the 59th Annual Grammy Awards, on air and on ground. The biggest names in the industry will unite to recognize and celebrate the best of 2016 at Staples Center, Los Angeles on 13 February 7:30am onwards with a primetime repeat at 9pm. The viewers will get to watch the most anticipated performances and inspiring victory speeches exclusively on Vh1, India’s preferred destination for International music & pop culture.

    This year, Beyoncé leads the pack with nine nominations, making it a total of 62 Grammy nominations across her career in the music industry, and with 20 wins already in her pocket! Drake, Rihanna, and Kanye West follow soon after, with eight nominations each, trailed by Chance the Rapper with seven and Adele and Twenty One Pilots with five nods each. This year also marks Demi Lovato’s debut in the race to win the coveted award with her first-ever Grammy nomination.

    The awards, this year, will be compered by James Corden, host of the Late Late Show, following the legacy of his predecessors, LL Cool J, Queen Latifah, and the likes.

    In addition to the exclusive telecast, you can also catch the Grammys across 12 cities at Vh1 screenings at popular pubs, bars and restaurants along with special screenings at JCB and Golds Gym.

    Even the millennials are in for a treat as Vh1 is organizing special Grammy breakfast parties just for them. The celebrations don’t end there, as Vh1 and NEXA Music Lounge have given one of Vh1’s many viewers a chance to attend the ceremony live in Los Angeles through the Nexa Music Lounge presents Vh1 Grammy’s Super Access.

    Commenting on the telecast of the Annual Grammy Awards, Viacom18 programming head – English entertainment Hashim D’souza shared, “We are excited and proud to be the Nation’s premier destination for international Pop culture, and with the Annual Grammy Awards we aim to reiterate our stand as India’s go-to destination for international music and entertainment. Along with bringing quality international content to India, we are also excited to provide a money can’t buy experience by sending one lucky winner to attend the Grammys like a VIP. This year our awards season kicked off with a phenomenal response to the Golden Globe Awards and with 2017 Grammys we hope to take it up a notch by integrating live viewer reactions on-air.”

    The annual Grammy Awards are a part of an extravagant award show line-up that airs exclusively on Vh1 which includes the Annual Billboard Music Awards, the American Music Awards, the Golden Globe Awards, Video Music Awards and Europe Music Awards. This stellar line-up follows the successful live telecast of the Global Citizen Festival in Mumbai last year, reiterating Vh1’s unchallenged leadership and innovation benchmark in the country.