Ofcom identifies 15 CTV platforms for PSB’s wider distribution

Ofcom identifies 15 CTV platforms for PSB’s wider distribution

British communications regulator Ofcom is recommending to the United Kingdom’s government that 15 connected TV platforms, known as television selection services, should be designated by officials as it is critical viewers can easily find and discover the diverse range of high-quality content that public service broad...


UK to review BBC’s funding; looks to ‘future-proof’ b’caster

UK to review BBC’s funding; looks to ‘future-proof’ b’caster

Britain launched a review into the BBC's funding yesterday, seeking to "future-proof" the broadcaster which is reeling from a lawsuit launched by US President Donald Trump who sued the broadcaster for up to $10 billion in damages over edited clips of a speech, which, he said defamed him, according to a filing in a Mi...


India

India’s interactive media surge redefines audience engagement

India’s digital entertainment ecosystem is at a decisive inflection point, with interactive media emerging as the fastest-growing segment, according to a Redseer report. The study notes that formats such as micro-dramas, social discovery platforms, astro and devotional technology, new-age audio, and AI-enabled content are expanding far quicke...


Dharma

Dharma buys out Cornerstone stake, relaunches talent management arm

Dharma Productions has acquired Cornerstone’s stake in its talent management venture, Dharma Cornerstone Agency, and relaunched the business under a new identity — Dharma Collab Artists Agency (DCAA). The move marks a strategic expansion of Dharma’s presence in the artist management space, with a sharper focus on representation across film, musi...


‘Dhurandhar’ crosses Rs 550cr worldwide in 10 days

‘Dhurandhar’ crosses Rs 550cr worldwide in 10 days

Ranveer Singh-starrer ‘Dhurandhar’ has emerged as a major box office force, storming past the Rs 550 crore mark at the worldwide box office within just 10 days of its release. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the espionage drama has delivered record-breaking numbers both in India and overseas, cementing its position...


Netflix tells employees WBD buy decision remains unchanged

Netflix tells employees WBD buy decision remains unchanged

Netflix's decision to acquire assets from Warner Bros Discovery has not changed, its co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos said in a letter to employees yesterday. The streaming giant won Warner Bros.’ vote earlier this month, securing a $72 billion equity deal for its TV, film studios and streaming assets before Para...