The Oscars 2024 ceremony will begin one hour earlier than usual, which is a dramatic change in the program’s schedule. The move is a part of the organizers’ plan to continue hosting the prestigious awards show during primetime, when it can reach a larger audience. The telecast is set to broadcast live on March 10 …
Disney’s Hotstar achieves a groundbreaking milestone with 59 million concurrent viewers during a highly anticipated World Cup final cricket match in India. This surpasses the previous record of 53 million viewers set just a week earlier. With no significant cricket events in the near future, Hotstar is poised to maintain this record for at least …
Reliance JioCinema, the entertainment division of India’s Reliance, has entered into an agreement with The Pokemon Company to feature children’s shows and movies on its platform, sources familiar with the deal revealed. This move is part of Reliance’s strategy to enhance its content library in the face of increasing competition from streaming rivals like Walt …
The Information & Broadcasting Ministry is proposing a new Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill to regulate broadcasting services, including DTH, OTT, and digital news platforms. The draft Bill, released for public consultation, aims to replace the outdated Cable TV Networks (Regulations) Act 1995 and other governing policies. The proposed legislation includes content evaluation committees, a more …
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Disney+ Hotstar, a prominent broadcasting platform, has unveiled plans to offer free streaming of the upcoming season of the Pro Kabaddi League to mobile users in India, beginning on December 2, 2023. This decision is driven by the sport’s popularity, ranking second only to cricket in India. Sajith Sivanandan, the Head of Disney+ Hotstar India, …
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Digital concurrent viewership records were shattered during the India vs. South Africa cricket match when Virat Kohli achieved his 49th ODI century, tying with Sachin Tendulkar’s record. Disney+ Hotstar, the official streaming platform for the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, reached a peak of 44 million concurrent viewers during this game. The World Cup …
Netflix has reported a significant increase in the popularity of its ad-supported subscription tier, revealing that it now boasts 15 million monthly active users worldwide. This marks a threefold growth from the figures disclosed in May and demonstrates notable progress as Netflix approaches the one-year mark since introducing this more affordable option. In response to …
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Two leading radio networks, Radio Mirchi and Radio Orange, are reportedly competing in a bid to acquire BIG FM Radio network, which is currently going through an insolvency process. The bids from Radio Mirchi and Radio Orange, as well as Haryana-based Sapphire FM, are both valued at Rs 251 crore. The lenders involved are expected …
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Disney Star has achieved record-breaking viewership for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, showcasing the widespread cricket fever. According to data from BARC shared by Disney Star, the first 18 matches of the tournament amassed a staggering 123.8 billion viewing minutes. This reflects a remarkable 43% increase compared to the previous edition held in England …
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Reliance Industries Ltd., led by Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s wealthiest tycoon, is reportedly nearing a significant deal involving cash and stock to acquire Walt Disney Co.’s operations in India. This deal revolves around Disney’s controlling stake in the Disney Star business, valued at approximately $10 billion, offering an alternative to the previously considered piecemeal transactions. Reliance …
