‘Sam Bahadur’ to get R-Day premiere on ZEE5

In a significant announcement, ZEE5 has slated the digital premiere of the much-acclaimed Vicky Kaushal-starrer ‘Sam Bahadur’ for January 26, coinciding with India’s 75th Republic Day. Directed by Meghna Gulzar and produced by Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP Productions, the war biopic offers an intimate portrayal of the remarkable life of Sam Manekshaw, spanning his tenure as Chief of […]

Merger off as Sony sends termination letter to Zee: Report

Japan’s Sony Group said on Monday it has sent a termination notice to Zee Entertainment to call off a $10 billion merger of their Indian operations, following an impasse over who will lead the combined entity. The deal, announced more than two years ago, was perceived as crucial for the survival of the companies in […]

SC refers Zee-Aditya Birla group dispute to arbitration

In a setback to Zee, the Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld a Delhi High Court order by referring a dispute between Essel Group entity Siti Network and Aditya Birla Finance to arbitration. The 150-crore loan dispute involves Essel Group of Companies, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, Siti Networks Ltd, and Aditya Birla Finance. The court said all […]

ZEE reveals star-studded commentator panel for DP World ILT20 S2

ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL), the official broadcaster for DP World ILT20, has unveiled a star-studded commentator panel for the upcoming second season. Cricket enthusiasts can expect expert insights and captivating commentary from a distinguished group of cricketing legends, including Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh, Wasim Akram, and Waqar Younis. The commentator lineup also includes renowned […]

Sony continues to hold merger talks with Zee: Nikkei

The Sony Group continued to hold talks with Zee Entertainment Enterprises to merge their businesses in India, the Japan’s Nikkei reported yesterday, citing people involved in the negotiations, after media reports earlier said the Japanese company was planning to scrap the $10 billion deal. The talks will continue until a January 20 deadline to close the deal, […]

Trashing media reports, Zee affirms commitment to Sony merger

India’s Zee Entertainment said yesterday it was committed to its merger with Sony’s local arm after media reports said the Japanese firm was planning to scrap the $10 billion deal. Zee said reports of the deal falling through were “baseless and factually incorrect,” and that it continues to work towards closing the deal, a Reuters […]