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Television and other device screens in Indonesia now play more Philippine series and a drama anthology after ABS-CBN and PT Vidio Dot Com recently inked a content localization partnership. Local audiences of all ages may enjoy full episodes of Love Thy Woman, a story of sisters turning into rivals, of family traditions, and of heartbreak; Mea Culpa, a crime drama about complicated social relationships and realization of justice; and A Mother’s Guilt (Hanggang Saan), a series about a selfless single mother who agrees to do the unthinkable: take a man’s life to save that of her son’s; as well as select episodes of Asia's longest-running drama anthology Maalaala Mo Kaya (Toy Cars, Bridge, and Shadow) and Wansapanataym (Anika Pintasera, My Hairly Lady, and Jasmin’s Flower Power).
ABS-CBN has long been recognized as a reliable foreign content provider and is becoming the premier source of high-quality Filipino programming in over 50 territories over the world. “The past couple of years saw a huge boost in the streaming industry. Around this period, ABS-CBN has taken massive steps to dominate the digital landscape through partnerships among the OTT sectors across the globe. On another hand, we acknowledge the support of Indonesians for our TV programs, films and music. This partnership with Vidio will allow us to further reach Indonesian viewers,” shared ABS-CBN Global Asia Pacific Managing Director Maribel Hernaez.
PT Vidio Dot Com managing director Monika Rudijono appreciates the value these kinds of content bring to their popular platform. “As a leading OTT in Indonesia, Vidio is committed to providing premium entertainment content and seamless viewing experience for everyone. We continuously expand and refresh our content library with new titles from all around the world. This collaboration with ABS-CBN is a huge opportunity to further enhance our content offerings and bring some of the best shows across a wide variety of genres from the Philippines to our beloved Indonesian audiences," Rudijono shared.
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GMA Network Receives Grant From National Council For Children's Television
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Philippine broadcast media giant GMA Network begins 2023 with another big milestone after receiving a grant to produce a mini-anthology from the National Council for Children's Television (NCCT) - the first one in its 72-year history. The Kapuso Network, the true home of award-winning and child-friendly shows, has produced stellar programs which are not only popular but also received numerous nominations and recognitions here and abroad such as Amazing Earth, Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko, iBilib, and Pepito Manaloto: Tuloy Ang Kuwento just to name a few.
And now, through the NCCT's National Endowment Fund for Children's Television (NEFCTV), GMA will produce the show entitled 'Ok Ako' (Tales from the not so okays), an advocacy and narrative mini anthology which will feature the struggles of the youth today and how it affects their mental health. Aside from the Kapuso Network, the other grantees of the NEFCTV 2022 Grants program include the Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Sexual Abuse Inc. (CPTCSA), Tanghalang Pilipino Foundation Inc., and the LoveLife Project for Health and Environment Inc. In the virtual Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Signing ceremony held last December 2022, NCCT Executive Director III Ms. Desideria Mance Atienza shared the purpose of this initiative. “This aims to give grants to qualified proponents in fulfillment of its mandate to promote high standards of indigenous and local program development in children's television in media.”
Atienza continued, “Specifically, intended for Filipino children… Through the National Endowment Fund for Children's Television or the NEFCTV, the NCCT shall be able to promote the production and broadcast of high-quality television programs. It will contribute to the development of media content that gives rise to Filipino children's awareness and appreciation for their cultural identity, national heritage, and social issues.” The NCCT was created pursuant to Republic Act No. 8370 or the "Children's Television Act of 1997" to promote and encourage the production and broadcasting of developmentally appropriate television programs for children.
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PH's Largest Music Festival Returns To Clark On April 2023
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After the massive success of its inaugural edition last June 2022 that gathered more than 150,000 attendees, the Clark Aurora Music Festival is bringing back its magic this year. EP!C Events and EGGSTOP are ready to deliver awesome live music featuring the biggest names in the Philippine music scene, breathtaking views, and sheer excitement while escaping the summer heat in what promises to be even more spectacular than ever.
The 2023 edition of the Philippines' largest music festival will be headlined by a combination of various genres topbilled by a lineup of rising stars and most sought-after artists of today including Ben&Ben, December Avenue, Arthur Nery, Adie, MRLD, Lola Amour. Moreover, Ely Buendia, Parokya ni Edgar, Kamikazee, Sponge Cola, Silent Sanctuary, and Mayonnaise are also expected to join the fun and bring superb and high-caliber music festival experience like no other. Another thing worth looking for in this upcoming festival is the bigger and brighter batches of hot air balloons which will be displayed and light up Clark’s skyline, providing the perfect backdrop for a memorable weekend of music.
Slated to be held on April 15-16, 2023, the Clark Aurora Music Festival is in cooperation with Clark Global City, Clark Development Corporation and The Medical City Clark with Barenbliss, Aquaflask, San Miguel Brewery, Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdog as major sponsors. Tickets for the festival can be availed via http://ticket.clarkaurorafest.com/, SM Tickets and Shopee. For more inquiries, call or send SMS at 09812390349.
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Drag Race PH's Viñas Deluxe Now A Recording Artist Under Tarsier Records
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Dubbed as “Drag Pop Misis", Viñas Deluxe is the latest drag queen-turned-recording artist to sign with Tarsier Records. The ‘pambansang bunganga’ of Drag Race Philippines is set to launch a series of music releases under the ABS-CBN record label following another drag queen, Marina Summers, who dropped her song “Divine” last November. Tarsier Records looks forward to pave the way for the drag pop genre in the Philippines spearheaded by Marina and Viñas, sharing their talent as music artists.
“This year, one of our hopes for the label is to champion drag pop not just as a genre, but as a movement, in collaboration with these multi-talented queens,” Tarsier Records label head Marey Garcia excitedly shared. Viñas is equally thrilled to start the New Year by embarking on her music career. “This is the beginning, signing into ABS CBN Music through Tarsier Records is a very big step sa aking music career. Soon, makikita niyo po akong magrelease ng singles,” she teased. The new member of the Tarsier Records family also shared that being a singer has been a childhood dream. “Bata pa lang ako want ko ng gumawa ng song. Frustrated ako dahil hindi ako marunong ng instrument at sumulat. Now na may tumulong sakin, sobrang nafulfill ng childhood dream na iyon. Doon ko narealize na hindi ko need gawin lahat, need ko lang ng tamang tao na tutulong sakin," she narrated.
Viñas recently released a sexy, fun, and confident remake of the 80s hit “I’m Feeling Sexy Tonight", now available worldwide on digital music streaming platforms. “I found this track very empowering dahil kahit ano man ang aking shape at itsura, if you feel sexy, magiging sexy ka because no matter how I look, if I feel sexy, I will be sexy. It’s all about confidence. Gusto kong impart sa mga nakakarining na may lalim yung song na ito,” she said.
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ABS-CBN's MYX Radio, MORe, Teleradyo Now On Malaysia's Leading Digital Radio Platform SYOK
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In its endeavor to expand its reach across borders and cultures through various media and platforms, ABS-CBN formally announces the launch of MYX Radio, MORe, and TeleRadyo on Malaysia's leading digital radio platform, SYOK of Astro Radio. Astro Radio, Malaysia’s No. 1 radio network, offers Malaysians access to SYOK, a multi-lingual digital lifestyle and entertainment platform with more than 100 online radio stations, music, podcasts and more.
MYX Radio is a 24/7 radio streaming featuring fresh music around the world and mainstream hits. It’s the perfect platform to discover new R&B, hip-hop, pop and dance music across the globe through custom curated programs and podcasts. Filipino music lovers and celebrities will find a home in MORe as it not only airs contemporary middle-of-the-road tunes but also offers talk shows starring the hottest names in showbiz. TeleRadyo is a Philippine bilingual news channel delivering local and international updates from morning until late night. Count on the mix of young and veteran presenters to perk up the day with good vibes, inform with the latest happenings, and bridge people through public service.
“ABS-CBN’s premium content and world-class talents have captured the hearts of Malaysians for years. In fact, the Malaysian adaptation of ‘Tayong Dalawa’ titled ‘Angkara Cinta’ ended its run as the most watched show on Astro Prima Channel at the height of the pandemic,” says ABS-CBN Global Asia Pacific Managing Director Maribel Hernaez. She continues, “With this partnership with Astro Radio, we hope to reach both Malaysians and Filipinos based in the country through music and news anytime, anywhere.” Astro Radio and Rocketfuel Entertainment CEO Kenny Ong said, “We are excited to welcome MYX Radio, MORe and TeleRadyo on board SYOK as we partner with ABS-CBN. As we continue to widen our reach to more diverse listener groups, we hope all users enjoy their experience on SYOK and the extensive range of music, information and podcasts available locally and abroad.”
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DAZN Announces Multi-Year, Multi-Territory Exclusive Broadcast Deal With All Elite Wrestling
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DAZN Group announced that it has secured exclusive broadcast rights to top American professional wrestling promotion All Elite Wrestling (AEW) in a multi-year agreement that will bring its premium matches and entertainment to DAZN subscribers in 42 markets across Europe and Asia. AEW is the new professional wrestling league taking the world by storm with its meteoric rise, record-high ratings, world-class roster and highly entertaining product.
AEW’s star-studded roster includes Chris Jericho, Bryan Danielson, MJF, Jon Moxley, Jamie Hayter, Saraya, Kenny Omega, Matt & Nick Jackson, Darby Allin, Sting, Orange Cassidy, Jade Cargill, Dr. Britt Baker, Claudio Castagnoli, Adam Cole, The Acclaimed, Jungle Boy, Samoa Joe, Athena, Toni Storm, Ricky Starks, Wardlow, and Powerhouse Hobbs among others. Further bolstering its global pop culture infiltration, AEW has launched impressive collections of video games, action figures, trading cards, merchandise and more. Effective immediately, the red-hot promotion will add more than 200 events annually to DAZN’s ever-growing schedule including Dynamite (Every Wednesday), Rampage (Every Friday), Battle of the Belts (4x per year), AEW PPVs (4x per year), AEW Dark Elevation (Every Monday), and AEW Dark (Every Tuesday).
The introduction of AEW to DAZN’s schedule is another major addition to the breadth of multi-sport content available on the platform and further cements DAZN as a growing global home of combat sports. AEW is available on DAZN in the following countries: Albania, Alderney, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, Georgia, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, Jan Mayen Islands, Jersey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Moldova, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Svalbard, Sweden, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.
