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300+ original shows in local languages lined up on top OTT platforms

A spokesperson for Amazon Prime said it has announced 42 original titles which will be on the platform in the next two years

Zee re-enters sports broadcasting, picks up media rights for UAE T20 League

Zee has signed a long-term global media broadcasting rights for UAE T20 league. Deal estimated at Rs 800-900 crore for ten years, say industry sources.

Many lives: Actor & entrepreneur Lara Dutta Bhupathi is a woman on the go

Having launched Arias three years ago, 'after two years of R&D', she is determined to make a dent as the go-to, affordable, quality Indian brand in a very competitive segment

When and where to watch 'Friends: The Reunion' in India

The much-anticipated "Friends: The Reunion" will exclusively premiere on ZEE5, the streaming platform announced Sunday. While the special is scheduled to be released on the streamer HBO Max in the US on May 27, the date of its Indian debut is yet to be revealed. All the six original cast members of "Friends" -- Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer are coming back for the long-awaited event. Manish Kalra, Chief Business Officer, ZEE5 India said, they are excited to bring the show on their platform for the Indian audience, where the sitcom enjoys massive popularity. "'Friends' is amongst the world's most watched and loved sitcoms and it is a great opportunity for us to present their reunion, something that the world has been talking about, on ZEE5 for fans in India, who can enjoy it from the safety of their home," Kalra said in a statement. Ben Winston directed the special and executive produced along with "Friends" executive

The collapse of Indian cinema

More than two-third of Indian cinema's revenues were wiped out last year

OTT: A case for a govt-industry joint governance model in India

Considering the quantum of content emerging and the number of players, it isn't possible for even the government to micro-regulate content

The self-regulation toolkit: OCC operators struggle for a fine balance

Arguments over a voluntary code for self-regulation intensify even as the prospect of government intervention looms

Poor connection for Sun TV investors even as firm gets tougher on content

Persistent weakness in advertising revenue, challenging outlook may drag company's earnings

2020, the year that was: A gloomy picture for the entertainment industry

Decimation of film business, redrawing of the video map, and possible break-up of big tech firms could be dominant trends in 2021

Being part of Amazon is Prime Video's biggest strength, and challenge

From convincing filmmakers to do shows for online, to having a slate with some of the best films and shows, Amazon Prime Video has come a long way since it came to India four years ago

Rebound in advertising, viewership help Zee Entertainment stock recovery

Macquarie Capital expects Dish TV, a Zee subsidiary, to report a Rs 300 crore free cash flow in FY21

OTTs offer content creation freedom to filmmakers, but it may not last long

The streaming video market in India began with YouTube in 2008, but truly took off in 2016 after data availability rose and prices crashed

Is Indian streaming video market headed for a shakeout after Covid-boost?

The action in the streaming video market has been breathless. This week we examine if the OTT space is headed for a shakeout

After OTTs, TV channels foray into direct-to-online movie market

Zee, Shemaroo among new entrants; response to Covid-19, say experts

Zee Entertainment rises on brokerage upgrades, ad and viewership growth

The stock may see a further re-rating if the firm sticks to its pledge on free cash flow and corporate governance

A user's perception is your reality: Brightcove's Carolyn Pampino

Carolyn Pampino, vice-president of design, Brightcove, talks about the role user interface plays in the success of an OTT

OTT won't match TV's reach for next 5 years: Zee MD & CEO Punit Goenka

The long-term vision hasn't changed. It is clear that OTT will be a subscription-driven business and not ad-driven unlike broadcasting

Zee5 launches 'Zee5 Club' yearly subscription package: Price, other details

The Zee5 Club yearly subscription includes access to around 1000 movies, ZEE Zindagi shows and over 90 Live TV channels without advertisements

Zee Entertainment posts Q4 net loss at Rs 766 cr on higher operating costs

During the March 2020 quarter, its operational cost went up by 47.69 per cent to Rs 1,304.62 crore as against Rs 883.32 crore

ZEE5 appoints Manish Kalra as senior VP, business head for AVOD service

Digital entertainment platform ZEE5 India on Monday said it has appointed Manish Kalra as senior vice president and business head to lead AVOD (advertising-based video on demand) service