‘Duologue with Barun Das’ S2 premieres on CTV channel News9 live

In a captivating celebration of iconic conversations, the highly acclaimed series ‘Duologue with Barun Das’ has made its Season 2 debut on India’s exclusive 24×7 English news channel, CTV, News9 Live. Presented by Radico Khaitan, the second season continues its tradition of hosting insightful discussions with legendary personalities from diverse backgrounds.

NCLT greenlights Viacom18, Disney Star India merger

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) Mumbai has given the initial go-ahead for the merger between Reliance Industries Ltd’s Viacom18 and Walt Disney’s Star India, marking a significant milestone in the creation of a $ 8 billion media giant. The tribunal, in its order dated May 7, has directed the convening of meetings for secured and unsecured creditors to approve the merger scheme, The Economic Times reported today.

Bombay HC dismisses plea against bollywood icons for allegedly promoting tobacco products

The Bombay High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) that sought the registration of criminal cases against prominent Bollywood actors Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar, and former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar for allegedly endorsing gutka and tobacco products. The court observed that such frivolous litigations should be firmly dealt with and dismissed...

TV9 Bharatvarsh maintains leadership position as India’s No.1 Hindi News channel

In the midst of a fervent election phase gripping the nation, TV9 Bharatvarsh, the flagship Hindi news channel of TV9 Network, continues to solidify its position as the preferred choice among viewers. According to the latest BARC viewership data for Week 19’24, TV9 Bharatvarsh retains its dominance in the Hindi news genre, commanding an impressive market share of 12.7 percent.

Dr. Bikramjit Chaudhuri join as new chief of measurement science & analytics at BARC India

The Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) India has announced the appointment of Dr. Bikramjit Chaudhuri as its new Chief of Measurement Science & Analytics. Dr. Chaudhuri will be succeeding Dr. Derrick Gray, who has been a pivotal member of BARC India for six years, making significant contributions in Audience Measurement and Advanced Analytics.

WBD showcases ad solutions, content, talent at Upfront

Warner Bros. Discovery showcased an impressive array of advertising solutions, including cross-company precision-driven branding opportunities, and content slate at its annual Upfront event in New York. The Upfront presentation, made on May 15 to advertisers and other industry stakeholders, spotlighted WBD’s extensive selection of advertising offerings across premium entertainment

Sony’s ‘India’s Best Dancer’ returns for S4

Sony Entertainment Television’s highly acclaimed dance reality show, ‘India’s Best Dancer,’ is gearing up for its fourth edition, promising to continue its tradition of showcasing exceptional dancing talent from across the country. The search for ‘India’s Best Dancer’ kicks off in the national capital on May 18, marking the beginning of an exciting journey, UNI reported from Mumbai.

Netflix secures global streaming rights for NFL Christmas Day games until 2026

In a groundbreaking deal, Netflix has announced it will be the global home for the NFL’s Christmas Day games, starting from December 25, 2024, through to 2026. The agreement marks the first time the streaming giant will broadcast live NFL games, further cementing its foray into live sports broadcasting.

Hansal Mehta announces ‘Scam’ series on Subrata Roy

Renowned filmmaker Hansal Mehta has unveiled plans for the third installment of his highly successful ‘Scam’ series, titled ‘Scam 2010 – The Subrata Roy Saga’. The upcoming series will delve into the life and controversies surrounding businessman Subrata Roy. Based on the book ‘Sahara: The Untold Story’ by Tamal Bandyopadhyay, the SonyLIV series will be produced by Applause Entertainment...

Havas India names Uday Mohan, Venkatasubramanian as COOs

Havas Media Network India, a leading media division of Havas India, has announced the promotion of two seasoned leaders, Uday Mohan and R. Venkatasubramanian, to the roles of Chief Operating Officers. In their elevated positions, Mohan will serve as the Chief Operating Officer of Havas Media India, while Venkatasubramanian will take charge as the Chief Operating Officer of Havas Play.