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Deals and acquisitions

Side expands presence in China, opens new studio and acquires art outsourcing provider Roboto EntertainmentSide expands presence in China, opens new studio and acquires art outsourcing provider Roboto Entertainment

Side has expanded its footprint in China by opening a new studio in Chengdu and acquiring art outsourcing business Roboto Entertainment. Following the deal, Roboto founder Andrea Cordella has been named global head of art and head of the new Chengdu studio.

gamesindustry.biz·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Zee onboards veteran Komal Nahta as Creative Director to streamline Studios and Movies acquisition verticalsZee onboards veteran Komal Nahta as Creative Director to streamline Studios and Movies acquisition verticals

thehindubusinessline.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

FCC Denies Objection to Hoffman Media Group's Acquisition of Audacy St. Louis StationsFCC Denies Objection to Hoffman Media Group's Acquisition of Audacy St. Louis Stations

talkers.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Yash Acquires Karnataka Distribution Rights for Ranbir Kapoor-Nitesh Tiwari’s RamayanaYash Acquires Karnataka Distribution Rights for Ranbir Kapoor-Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana

Actor Yash's production company, Monster Mind Creations, has acquired the Karnataka distribution rights for the upcoming Ramayana duology. The film project is helmed by director Nitesh Tiwari and stars Ranbir Kapoor.

filmfare.com·2 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

CBS news staff eye mass escape plan as MAGA pivot hardens: reportCBS news staff eye mass escape plan as MAGA pivot hardens: report

David Ellison is reportedly offering buyouts to employees at CBS News as part of plans to streamline the organisation. The move comes amid reports that staff are considering exit options following perceived changes in editorial direction.

alternet.org·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Skydance Offers Voluntary Buyouts Ahead of LayoffsSkydance Offers Voluntary Buyouts Ahead of Layoffs

Skydance is offering eligible employees a one-time voluntary buyout as it merges Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery after their 110 billion dollar merger. In a staff memo, co-chief executives David Ellison and Ynon Kreiz confirmed that qualifying workers will receive individual details and a window to accept the offer. Alongside the buyouts, the company is implementing a mandatory five-day in-office policy. Skydance plans to take a phased approach by location to give staff time to adapt to the office schedule.

thewrap.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Skydance Institutes Company-Wide Mandatory Return To Office So It Can Avoid Saying 'Layoffs' So Soon After MergerSkydance Institutes Company-Wide Mandatory Return To Office So It Can Avoid Saying 'Layoffs' So Soon After Merger

Skydance has introduced a company-wide policy requiring employees to return to the office five days a week. Alongside the in-office mandate, the business is also offering buyouts to its staff.

kotaku.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

‘I had to do it’: Tom Wilson lives out game show dreams helping contestant win dream honeymoon on ‘The Price is Right Tonight’‘I had to do it’: Tom Wilson lives out game show dreams helping contestant win dream honeymoon on ‘The Price is Right Tonight’

Tom Wilson has appeared on national television to take part in a game show takeover episode. He was one of four NHL players who featured on The Price is Right Tonight, helping a contestant win a honeymoon.

russianmachineneverbreaks.com·7 days ago

Streaming and FAST

What to watch tonight: 20 new shows and movies just added to Netflix, Hulu, Peacock and more (Oct. 26)What to watch tonight: 20 new shows and movies just added to Netflix, Hulu, Peacock and more (Oct. 26)

A streaming guide highlights 20 new television shows and films available to watch tonight. The titles have recently been added to major platforms, including Netflix, Hulu and Peacock.

tomsguide.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Apple’s $299 Apple TV 4K draws praise for hands-free Siri and speed, but high-profile reviewers question the valueApple’s $299 Apple TV 4K draws praise for hands-free Siri and speed, but high-profile reviewers question the value

Apple's fourth-generation Apple TV 4K is scheduled to ship on 13 November following its October announcement. Reviewers have highlighted the device's speed and hands-free Siri capabilities, though its 299-dollar price tag has raised questions about value.

macdailynews.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

'They Never Got the Guts to Pull the Trigger on It', Red Rising Director Francis Lawrence Says YA Series' Movie Adaptation Is a 'Priority' at Paramount Following Shelved Netflix Show'They Never Got the Guts to Pull the Trigger on It', Red Rising Director Francis Lawrence Says YA Series' Movie Adaptation Is a 'Priority' at Paramount Following Shelved Netflix Show

We got the chance to chat with Francis Lawrence, director of the forthcoming Red Rising movie, who let us in on some exciting updates about the project and its current status at Paramount.

ign.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Prime Video's New 8-Part Ridley Scott Sci-Fi Sequel Officially Pays Homage to Dystopian ClassicPrime Video's New 8-Part Ridley Scott Sci-Fi Sequel Officially Pays Homage to Dystopian Classic

Prime Video is releasing an eight-part sci-fi sequel series produced by Ridley Scott. The new production pays homage to a dystopian classic.

movieweb.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Serielizados Pro Takeaways: Arte France, HBO Max 3Cat RTVE Beta FilmSerielizados Pro Takeaways: Arte France, HBO Max 3Cat RTVE Beta Film

Broadcasters including Arte France, HBO Max, 3Cat and RTVE unveiled new shows and strategies at Barcelona's Serielizados Pro. The event also saw the Catalan industry pitch projects to international executives.

variety.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Disney Narnia Star Reacts To Netflix’s Bold New Movie After Record-Breaking TrailerDisney Narnia Star Reacts To Netflix’s Bold New Movie After Record-Breaking Trailer

A Disney Narnia star has responded to Netflix's bold new film following the release of a record-breaking trailer. The upcoming movie is directed by Greta Gerwig.

screenrant.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Amy Madigan Joins Cast of Paramount+’s ‘Ascent’ With Viola Davis and Sam HeughanAmy Madigan Joins Cast of Paramount+’s ‘Ascent’ With Viola Davis and Sam Heughan

Amy Madigan has joined the cast of Paramount+'s 'Ascent' with Viola Davis and Sam Heughan.

variety.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

I Read Every Page of the Netflix Investor Update. Here's What You Need to KnowI Read Every Page of the Netflix Investor Update. Here's What You Need to Know

Investors are not optimistic about Netflix stock.

fool.com·yesterday

Localisation and dubbing

Anupama Parameswaran dubs for 'Bhogi'; director Sampath Nandi says not easy to dub for a native accent from the 1960s!Anupama Parameswaran dubs for 'Bhogi'; director Sampath Nandi says not easy to dub for a native accent from the 1960s!

Director Sampath Nandi has commended actress Anupama Parameswaran for her voice work on the upcoming action drama Bhogi. Parameswaran is dubbing for the character of Kandula Sulochana Rani, which requires a native accent from the 1960s.

ianslive.in·2 days ago

Localisation and dubbing

Sridevi Apalla says her ‘Haiku’ character stayed with her even after dubbing; ‘I found it difficult to let go’Sridevi Apalla says her ‘Haiku’ character stayed with her even after dubbing; ‘I found it difficult to let go’

Actor Sridevi Apalla has stated that her role in 'Haiku' stayed with her even after she completed dubbing. She noted that she found it difficult to let go of the character.

indiatimes.com·3 days ago

Localisation and dubbing

Vijay Sethupathi begins dubbing for Thiagarajan Kumararaja's 'Pocket Novel'; Malavika Mohanan calls film a beautiful experienceVijay Sethupathi begins dubbing for Thiagarajan Kumararaja's 'Pocket Novel'; Malavika Mohanan calls film a beautiful experience

Actor Vijay Sethupathi has revealed that he has started dubbing for director Thiagarajan Kumararaja's film 'Pocket Novel'. Co-star Malavika Mohanan has described the project as a beautiful experience.

indiatimes.com·4 days ago

Localisation and dubbing

A galaxy united: 'Save Mass Effect' movement gains traction with petition, Shepard voice actors' support, and moreA galaxy united: 'Save Mass Effect' movement gains traction with petition, Shepard voice actors' support, and more

A fan campaign to save Mass Effect has emerged within the gaming community following the closure of BioWare and the cancellation of its latest title. The initiative has gathered support through an online petition alongside backing from voice actors who portrayed Commander Shepard.

destructoid.com·yesterday

Localisation and dubbing

Hyundai Motor India to hike production capacity to 1.14 mn units by 2030,boost localisationHyundai Motor India to hike production capacity to 1.14 mn units by 2030,boost localisation

Hyundai Motor India plans to raise its annual vehicle production capacity to 1.14 million units by 2030 and boost localisation to 92% by 2032. The carmaker is also broadening its SUV and powertrain range with more hybrid, electric and CNG models.

indiatimes.com·2 days ago

Localisation and dubbing

Vijay Sethupathi begins dubbing for Thiagarajan Kumararaja's 'Pocket Novel'Vijay Sethupathi begins dubbing for Thiagarajan Kumararaja's 'Pocket Novel'

mangalorean.com·4 days ago

Box office

Top Tamil dubbed films at Hindi Box Office: Rajinikanth flexes superstardom, Jailer 2 grabs 2nd spotTop Tamil dubbed films at Hindi Box Office: Rajinikanth flexes superstardom, Jailer 2 grabs 2nd spot

Rajinikanth's recent film Jailer 2 has become the second highest-grossing Tamil-dubbed release at the Hindi box office. The box office milestone was achieved despite the film not receiving a screening in national cinema chains.

pinkvilla.com·2 days ago

Box office

Box office: 'Clayface' captures no. 1 with $1.9m, John Farnham concert takes another $460KBox office: 'Clayface' captures no. 1 with $1.9m, John Farnham concert takes another $460K

Warner Bros./DC horror 'Clayface' took the no. 1 spot at the box office last weekend, while Farnsy fans were out again to see encore screenings of his tribute concert.

if.com.au·yesterday

Box office

Jailer 2 box office collection day 12: Rajinikanth's film becomes highest-grossing Tamil film ever. All set to cross Rs 750 crore mark worldwideJailer 2 box office collection day 12: Rajinikanth's film becomes highest-grossing Tamil film ever. All set to cross Rs 750 crore mark worldwide

Released on October 15, Jailer 2 has become the highest-grossing Tamil film ever, outpacing the lifetime earnings of both Jailer and 2.0. The film, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and starring Rajinikanth, is now poised to pass the Rs 750 crore mark at the worldwide box office.

indiatimes.com·yesterday

Box office

'Godzilla Minus Zero' vs 'Ramayana' clash averted in India? Release of Japanese monster film postponed over IMAX screen crunch'Godzilla Minus Zero' vs 'Ramayana' clash averted in India? Release of Japanese monster film postponed over IMAX screen crunch

A potential box office clash between Godzilla Minus Zero and Ramayana in India may have been avoided. The release of the Japanese monster movie has reportedly been postponed because of an IMAX screen crunch.

indiatimes.com·yesterday

Box office

Udta Teer Opening Weekend: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan starrer surprises with approx. Rs. 19 crore in 3 daysUdta Teer Opening Weekend: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan starrer surprises with approx. Rs. 19 crore in 3 days

The comic caper Udta Teer, led by Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, has surprised with its opening weekend box office trend. Early estimates indicate that the film brought in approximately Rs 19 crore across its first three days.

bollywoodhungama.com·yesterday

Box office

Box Office: Ramayana hits 1 lakh pre-sales in national chains; Ranbir Kapoor and Yash set to break Animal & Toxic opening dayBox Office: Ramayana hits 1 lakh pre-sales in national chains; Ranbir Kapoor and Yash set to break Animal & Toxic opening day

The release of the Ranbir Kapoor and Yash led film Ramayana is approaching, with early pre-sales demonstrating strong momentum. The production has achieved 1 lakh pre-sales across national cinema chains.

bollywoodhungama.com·2 days ago

Box office

Anne Hathaway's A24 Box Office Flop Finds Redemption on StreamingAnne Hathaway's A24 Box Office Flop Finds Redemption on Streaming

polygon.com·yesterday

Box office

China’s First AI Feature Flops At The Chinese Box OfficeChina’s First AI Feature Flops At The Chinese Box Office

Bona Film Group’s AI experiment struggled to attract attention, months after the humble 'Niu Lai’ turned online ridicule into almost $10 million in sales.

cartoonbrew.com·yesterday

Box office

Box Office: A24’s ‘You Can See Everything’ Scores Huge $19.5 Million Second WeekendBox Office: A24’s ‘You Can See Everything’ Scores Huge $19.5 Million Second Weekend

A24's documentary You Can See Everything generated $19.5 million in its second weekend, marking a 25% increase over its opening. The film about Elizabeth Holmes was made for $7 million and has now reached a cumulative box office total of $45.1 million. It has surpassed the documentary Melania to become one of the most successful non-fiction releases in history.

indiewire.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Disney+ & Channel 4 Strike UK Content DealDisney+ & Channel 4 Strike UK Content Deal

deadline.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

JioStar secures Abu Dhabi T10 broadcast rights for Indian subcontinentJioStar secures Abu Dhabi T10 broadcast rights for Indian subcontinent

afaqs.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

'Five Star Weekend' Creator Inks Overall Deal With Universal Global TV'Five Star Weekend' Creator Inks Overall Deal With Universal Global TV

deadline.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Ramayana advance booking: With 9 days to go, Ranbir Kapoor, Yash-starrer crosses Rs 20 crore in pre-sales. Check ticket prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and HyderabadRamayana advance booking: With 9 days to go, Ranbir Kapoor, Yash-starrer crosses Rs 20 crore in pre-sales. Check ticket prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad

Ramayana: Part 1, set to premiere on November 5, 2026, has already generated buzz with advance bookings hitting an impressive Rs 20.50 crore. This excitement is particularly strong in major regions like North America, where previews have crossed $550,000. With ticket prices differing across…

indiatimes.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Yash Raj Films Announces Title for Ahaan Panday, Sharvari Film BeparwahYash Raj Films Announces Title for Ahaan Panday, Sharvari Film Beparwah

Yash Raj Films (YRF) has unveiled the title of its upcoming romantic action drama, Beparwah, starring Ahaan Panday and Sharvari. The film is set for a worldwide theatrical release on March 26, 2027. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, Beparwah marks the first collaboration between Panday and Sharvari…

udaipurkiran.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Nigeria, China forge direct pact for theatrical film distributionNigeria, China forge direct pact for theatrical film distribution

Nigeria and China have agreed a direct partnership for theatrical film distribution. The two nations are also exploring deeper cooperation across film production, cultural exchange and tourism promotion.

pmnewsnigeria.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Northern film industry suffers from poor funding, restrictions, KADIFF director |Northern film industry suffers from poor funding, restrictions, KADIFF director |

Israel said the challenges had restricted filmmakers’ creative freedom, limited their ability to compete with counterparts in Southern Nigeria and hindered the international distribution of their productions.

theeagleonline.com.ng·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Fusion Klassroom Edutech Limited Secures Major ₹9.10 Crore Work Order for Educational Content Licensing and DevelopmentFusion Klassroom Edutech Limited Secures Major ₹9.10 Crore Work Order for Educational Content Licensing and Development

Fusion Klassroom Edutech Limited has secured a high-value work order worth approximately ₹9.10 crore for educational content licensing and development. The contract was awarded by an unnamed domestic limited company based in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It includes ₹4.20 crore for licensing e-notes, e-books, and e-learning content, alongside ₹4.90 crore for content development across educational and vocational courses.

equitybulls.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

‘The Odyssey’ VFX House DNEG Co-Finances Francesco Lucente’s Fantasy Adventure ‘Sinbad,’ Cappu Films Boards Sales (EXCLUSIVE)‘The Odyssey’ VFX House DNEG Co-Finances Francesco Lucente’s Fantasy Adventure ‘Sinbad,’ Cappu Films Boards Sales (EXCLUSIVE)

Visual effects house DNEG has boarded Francesco Lucente's fantasy adventure Sinbad as a co-financier and producer. Hong Kong-based Cappu Films will handle sales for the project ahead of the Tokyo market.

variety.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

Did Marvel Use VFX To Edit Chris Evans' Hairline And Nose?Did Marvel Use VFX To Edit Chris Evans' Hairline And Nose?

Chris Evans is back as Steve Rogers in the newest Avengers: Doomsday TV spot, but he looks a little different. Some fans on social media think Marvel gave

brobible.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

RisingJoy using AI to create 30 vertical anime titles labelled RJOY OriginalsRisingJoy using AI to create 30 vertical anime titles labelled RJOY Originals

Singapore-based microdrama studio RisingJoy is using AI to make and release 30 new vertical anime titles by the end of the first quarter of 2027, having already delivered the first six.

c21media.net·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

Amazon cloud growth expected to beat forecasts as AI demand strengthensAmazon cloud growth expected to beat forecasts as AI demand strengthens

Bank of America expects Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) to beat third-quarter earnings expectations as accelerating growth at Amazon Web Services (AWS) offsets...

proactiveinvestors.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

Nikhil Impressed With Swayambhu VFX, A Big PromiseNikhil Impressed With Swayambhu VFX, A Big Promise

The visual effects work on Nikhil’s Swayambhu appears to be progressing impressively, with the actor

gulte.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

Elon Musk takes first step towards 'The Odyssey' AI film promiseElon Musk takes first step towards 'The Odyssey' AI film promise

thenews.com.pk·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

Dentsu | Matto-Group: Von der Schweiz aus in Asien geworbendeDentsu | Matto-Group: Von der Schweiz aus in Asien geworbende

Watchmaker H. Moser & Cie. has conducted an advertising campaign in Asia managed from Switzerland. The digital campaign was handled with Dentsu Switzerland using frontrunner.ai.

persoenlich.com·6 days ago

Media tech and AI

WPP Enterprise Solutions Recognised as a Leader in Idc Marketscape for Ai-Enabled Adobe Professional ServicesWPP Enterprise Solutions Recognised as a Leader in Idc Marketscape for Ai-Enabled Adobe Professional Services

WPP Enterprise Solutions has been identified as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape report covering worldwide AI-enabled Adobe professional services. The evaluation highlighted positive client feedback across multiple areas.

webwire.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Obama’s Higher Ground to co-distribute Sundance-winning short doc ‘The Boys and the Bees’Obama’s Higher Ground to co-distribute Sundance-winning short doc ‘The Boys and the Bees’

Barack and Michelle Obama's company Higher Ground has partnered to co-distribute the award-winning short documentary The Boys and the Bees. Directed and produced by Arielle C. Knight, the film previously won the Short Film Jury Award for Nonfiction at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. Barack Obama, Michelle Obama and Ethan Lewis will join the production as executive producers. The documentary depicts the lives of a family on a 12-acre farm in rural Georgia.

goldderby.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

The Palouse French Film Festival returns to the KenworthyThe Palouse French Film Festival returns to the Kenworthy

Started in 2010, the annual Palouse French Film Festival is back for its 16th iteration, with a notable roster of recent French films for audiences to enjoy, this year's titles including Dossier 137 (Case 137) showing Tuesday, October 6, L’Étranger (The Stranger) showing Tuesday, October 13, À son…

uiargonaut.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Anime Pay Divide Tracks Studios' Appetite for Risk, Says Tokyo AdvisorAnime Pay Divide Tracks Studios' Appetite for Risk, Says Tokyo Advisor

Tokyo festival animation advisor Fujitsu Ryota on anime pay, women directors, original features and the planned Tokyo Anime Next award.

variety.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

“Big Screen Country” wraps up film festival in Big Sky Country“Big Screen Country” wraps up film festival in Big Sky Country

The Montana Film Festival has completed its final day of events. The festival brought Big Sky Country into "big screen country" as proceedings wrapped up.

kpax.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

WIA NYC Animation Festival Returns For Third Year On Nov. 1WIA NYC Animation Festival Returns For Third Year On Nov. 1

On November 1, WIA NYC will showcase 28 animated films by emerging students and established independent filmmakers at SVA Theatre.

cartoonbrew.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Japanese Film ‘Kintsugi’ Opens 10th Chalachitram National Film Festival in GuwahatiJapanese Film ‘Kintsugi’ Opens 10th Chalachitram National Film Festival in Guwahati

Japanese film Kintsugi, directed by Noomen Noomen, opened the 10th Chalachitram National Film Festival (CNFF) at Jyoti Chitraban Film Studio in Kahilipara, Guwa

assamtimes.org·3 days ago

Festivals and markets

Cork Airport expecting 58,000 passengers this bank holiday jazz weekenedCork Airport expecting 58,000 passengers this bank holiday jazz weekened

Cork Airport is expecting 58,000 passengers this October bank holiday weekend, with tens of thousands of festival-goers landing on Leeside to enjoy the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival. The busiest day of the bank holiday weekend for arriving passengers will be tomorrow (Friday), Octo

southernstar.ie·6 days ago

Festivals and markets

Independent Aussie creative Michael Dawson among Cannes Lions Top 10 Copywriters globallyIndependent Aussie creative Michael Dawson among Cannes Lions Top 10 Copywriters globally

Independent Australian creative and AMOK Creative founder Michael Dawson has been named among the world's Top 10 Copywriters in the Cannes Lions global rankings. The recognition follows a standout year for Dawson, including his involvement in Leo Australia’s ‘Haven’ for Suncorp, which took home…

campaignbrief.com·2 days ago