As television executives prepare lavish stage presentations in New York this week to dazzle advertisers during the annual TV upfront sales season, a harsh economic reality looms offstage — digital video advertising now eclipses spending on traditional television ads. The shift in spending and competition from tech players like Amazon has taken a toll on media companies
Prasar Bharati, the government’s public service broadcaster, is gearing up to introduce its own over-the-top (OTT) platform in August, marking a significant foray into the digital entertainment space. According to ThePrint, the platform will offer free content initially, focusing on themes centered around Indian society, culture, and nationalism.
Tata Play, a leading content distribution platform, has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Amazon Prime, aimed at revolutionizing the entertainment experience for viewers across India. This strategic partnership will enable Tata Play DTH and Tata Play Binge customers to access Prime Video’s extensive library of content seamlessly, along with a host of exclusive benefits.
Business Today TV has introduced a new show titled ‘Daily Calls’. This innovative initiative aims to furnish viewers with comprehensive insights and clarity on their market queries through live sessions featuring esteemed expert analysts. According to the channel, the show is hosted by seasoned business journalist Sakshi Batra, ‘Daily Calls’ is slated to air Monday to Friday at 12 noon on Business Today TV.
Toonz Media Group and Vaibhav Studios are set to captivate audiences worldwide with their latest animated feature film, ‘Return of the Jungle,’ debuting at the Cannes Film Festival. Drawing inspiration from the ancient Indian fables of ‘Panchatantra,’ the film offers a contemporary twist on timeless tales of friendship and courage. Directed by internationally acclaimed animator Vaibhav Kumaresh, ‘Return of the Jungle’...
Viacom18 Consumer Products, the licensing and merchandising arm of Viacom18, has announced the launch of its latest ‘Back to School’ collection, aimed at making the return to classrooms a joyful experience for children. Featuring popular characters such as Motu Patlu, PAW Patrol, Dora The Explorer, Baby Shark, Miraculous, LOL Surprise, and Masha and The Bear, the collection includes a variety of school essentials in bright colors...
Moneycontrol and CNBC-TV18’s AI Alliance is gearing up to host the NCR chapter of its highly successful summit series, themed ‘AI: Shaping the Future of NCR’. Scheduled for May 17, 2024 in Gurgaon, the event aims to explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and its pivotal role in shaping the future of the National Capital Region (NCR).
Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up to grace his son Aryan Khan’s upcoming web series titled ‘Stardom’. Aryan, stepping into the entertainment industry as a director, is all set to present ‘Stardom’, a web series that has already completed a significant portion of its shooting and is now entering the editing phase, UNI reported from Mumbai. In a special and pivotal role in ‘Stardom’, SRK....
Renowned actress Tabu has been confirmed to appear in the highly anticipated international series ‘Dune: Prophecy,’ serving in a recurring role. The series, which acts as a prequel to Denis Villeneuve’s acclaimed film ‘Dune,’ is inspired by the novel ‘Sisterhood of Dune’ penned by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, IANS reported.
Amazon miniTV, the free video streaming service by Amazon, has released the much-anticipated trailer of its upcoming comedy-drama series, ‘Namacool’. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Lucknow, the series promises to captivate audiences with its delightful blend of humor, romance, and intrigue. The trailer offers a glimpse into the lives of two inseparable friends...