India’s Zee Entertainment Enterprises reported a fourth quarter profit yesterday, compared with a loss a year earlier, helped by strong demand for advertising and a fall in expenses. The company posted a profit of Rs. 133.5 million ($1.60 million) from a year-ago loss of Rs. 1.96 billion, a Reuters report stated yesterday on Zee’s results for the fourth quarter ending March 31, 2024.
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) will soon come out with its recommendations if over-the-top (OTT) communication apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal etc need to be regulated or not. The regulator in July last year came out with a consultation paper on the regulatory mechanism for OTT communication services and selective banning after the Department of Telecommunications...
Netflix’s latest series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, has captivated audiences worldwide, amassing over 8.5 mn views within just 12 days of its release. Directed by the visionary Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the series has rapidly ascended to become the second most-watched non-English series on Netflix in its second week, solidifying its status as a cultural phenomenon.
Kerala’s news channel scene is poised for enrichment with the imminent launch of ‘News Malayalam 24×7’ on May 29. Spearheaded by esteemed journalists TM Harshan and Sanish Ilayidom, the channel aims to offer comprehensive round-the-clock coverage. Owned by SPlus Media, a part of the MSO – Thamizhaga Cable TV Communication Limited (TCCL) Group chaired by P Sakilan...
Lionsgate India has announced that actor Jugal Hansraj will join Suniel Shetty and Pooja Bhatt in their forthcoming action thriller, the title of which remains undisclosed. Known for his roles in movies such as ‘Mohabbatein’, ‘Salaam Namaste’, and ‘Kahaani 2: Durga Rani Singh, Hansraj is set to explore a new dimension of his acting skills in this project, PTI reported.
The highly anticipated sports streaming platform planned by media giants ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery now has an official name — Venu Sports. This joint venture, which has been likened to a “Hulu for sports”, aims to revolutionize sports streaming by providing a one-stop destination for live games and sports content, the Associated Press reported on Friday 16...
Grammy-winning pop star Ed Sheeran revealed his initial dreams of becoming an actor during his appearance on the latest episode of ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ (TGIKS), hosted by the charismatic Kapil Sharma. The episode, which promises a delightful mix of humour and heartfelt revelations, will air on May 19 at 8 pm on Netflix, IANS reported.
American network FX and streaming service Hulu are developing two more seasons of historical drama series ‘Shogun’, the Disney-owned network has said. According to a PTI report from Los Angeles, the Disney statement said that it is teaming with the estate of author James Clavell to extend ‘Shogun’ for two additional seasons.
Following its remarkable box office success and critical acclaim, the film ‘Prasanna Vadhanam’ is set to premiere on the aha OTT platform on May 24. Directed by Arjun YK, the film features an ensemble cast including Suhas, Payal Radhakrishna, Rashi Singh, Viva Harsha, Nitin Prasanna, Sai Swetha, and Kushalini.
Zee Telugu is all set to commemorate its 19th anniversary with a grand celebration titled Zee Mahotsavam 2024. The event, scheduled to air on May 19 at 6 PM, promises an unforgettable evening filled with emotions, entertainment, and fun. The celebrations will feature prominent figures from the entertainment industry, including Jayapradha