MContent is working with the Bollywood writer and director Anurag Kashyap (Sacred Games) on a mentorship and funding program for aspiring filmmakers and content creators in India and neighboring countries.

Arnaud Frade has been hired to join the Nielsen Asia Pacific team as senior VP and head of commercial growth.

ABS-CBN, KROMA Entertainment and 917Ventures are introducing PIE, the Philippines’ first real-time, multiscreen interactive channel that will officially launch this month.

CJ ENM has set up a new production studio, CJ ENM Studios, which will specialize in content production for OTT platforms.

Rialto International has launched a branded on-demand streaming service focused on independent film on Prime Video Channels in Japan.

Banijay Asia has named Rajesh Chadha as executive VP and business head for its scripted content.

The Philippines’ ABS-CBN has entered into a partnership with YouTube to develop and produce a new original series that will stream exclusively on the platform.

WarnerMedia has further bolstered its original productions teams in Asia, in advance of the launch of HBO Max in the region.

The pan-regional OTT video streaming service Viu has expanded its roster of originals across Asia, with some 30 shows slated for production.

Now TV and beIN Asia Pacific have expanded their partnership to offer live coverage of two major Grand Slams: the Australian Open and Roland-Garros.