India Today Group has elevated Kalli Purie as the Executive Editor-in-Chief. This additional designation marks a pivotal moment for Purie, who has been a driving force as the Vice Chairperson of the esteemed media conglomerate since October 2017.The announcement was made internally to the company’s staff through an official communication from India Today Group.
In a significant move to boost the ease of doing business and streamline certification processes, the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has expanded the Simplified Certification Scheme (SCS) to include 37 additional products, effective January 1, 2024.
ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd welcomes Vikas Sachdeva as their new Executive Vice President and Head of International Ad Sales. Sachdeva brings a wealth of experience, having previously served as the Head of India International Ad Sales at Disney Star for over 9 years.
Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Sharib Hashmi are teaming up for celebrity designer Manish Malhotra’s film production ‘Ul Jalool Ishq’. It will be directed by Vibhu Puri, known for 2015 film ‘Hawaizaada’. The upcoming film also marks the return of lyricist-music composer duo Gulzar and Vishal Bhardwaj, who will score the soundtrack of the movie.
In a high-profile exit, Vodafone Idea’s director, regulatory and corporate affairs officer, P Balaji has resigned, and he will be relieved on January 10. Balaji was the key person who used to interact with officials in the government and was the company’s largest shareholder. He is leaving amid the efforts of the company to raise critical funding.
‘Parasite’ star Song Kang-ho is set to lead ‘Uncle Samsik’, an ambitious period drama series from the streaming platform Disney+. The show is written and directed by Shin Yeon-shick, known for Korean films such as ‘The Russian Novel’ and ‘Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet’. According to PTI, ‘Uncle Samshik’ is set in 1960s Korea, a time of great social and political upheaval.
Amazon’s free video streaming service, Amazon miniTV, has unveiled its drama series, ‘Dehati Ladke,’ focusing on the journey of Rajat, a young villager navigating life in Lucknow while pursuing college. The narrative delves into the clash between Rajat’s rural roots and the urban lifestyle he encounters, posing a dilemma as he balances familial expectations and personal aspirations.
Streaming services Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, SonyLIV and Zee5 are packing ample programming, including new as well as returning shows to keep audiences entertained throughout 2024. Here are some of the most anticipated shows of the year, according to a list prepared by PTI.
Vodafone Idea is not in talks to tie up with billionaire Elon Musk’s satellite internet unit Starlink, the Indian telecom operator said on Tuesday. The clarification from Vodafone Idea came after its stock surged in the past two sessions on what business magazine BusinessWorld said were ‘markets betting’ that Musk was looking to buy a stake in the company to help Starlink enter India, Reuters reported.
After gaining substantial popularity since its launch on December 1, 2023, ‘Filmy Fulki’, a month-long extravaganza on Colors Bangla Cinema, has become a hit among audiences. Showcasing top Bengal stars, the festival has met expectations and emerged as a viewer favorite.