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Disney announces 100 original shows for Indian OTT market
The company, which added 7.9 million new subscribers to Disney+ in the March quarter (Q1), taking the total to 137.9 million, said during the earnings call late on Wednesday that it has about 500 shows in the pipeline for local content outside of the US or English speaking. "When you look at that 500, I'll give you some broad breakdowns. In the Asia-Pacific region, including Southeast Asia, of that 500, 140 is in that region.
Kangana: Debuting into hosting with 'Lock Upp' has been in itself a huge success
Kangana said that being able to make a debut as a host with a "unique" show like 'Lock Upp' has been a success in itself. "Making a debut into hosting with such a unique reality show in itself has been such a huge success," Kangana said. She added: "It is really a very special feeling for me and I am overwhelmed by the response the show has received from our country and also across the globe.
Saisha Shinde evicted just before 'Lock Upp' finale
Just before the finale, Karan Kundrra entered the house to interact with inmates. He mentioned how good their game was, their special moments and journey in the house. He welcomed warden Tejaswi Prakash and said: "How beautiful is she looking" to which she replied: "You guys have a sweet Jailor!"
FIR against ALTBalaji, MX Player for alleged plagiarism over 'Lock Upp'
As per the reports Hyderabad Police have begun their inquiry. Hyderabad-based Sanober Baig, managing director of Prime Media filed a complaint in the Supreme Court demanding the show be stopped and was directed to approach the lower court. Later, the city civil court ordered to stop airing of the show from April 29.
'Lock Upp': Pratik Sehajpal chooses Prince Narula as the second finalist
Firstly he called Azma and everyone thought she was the second finalist but he asked her to give it to Prince: "Go give it to prince". Post his announcement, Anjali Arora and Munawar Faruqui jumped in joy. Lastly, Pratik questioned: "Who should remain in the house and who should be locked out?", to which Shivam Sharma replied: "Payal" and Munawar replied: "Azma."
'Lock Upp': Anjali Arora attempted suicide, says she drank phenyl
Anjali reveals "I attempted suicide when I was in 11th class. I was with my brother. He was very protective of me. I bunked my class and went to a cafe and smoked hookah and my brother got to know this from somewhere and he slapped me in front of everyone in that cafe. I begged him not to tell my father, but he told him. My dad also hit me that day."
YouTube sensation Bhuvan Bam pumped to be making streaming debut
Sharing his excitement, Bhuvan said: "I am pumped to be making my digital streaming debut with an extraordinary project." Bhuvan will soon start production under the banner of BB Ki Vines Productions. "The fact that I get to do this with one of the leading platforms of India, has put me over the moon. I am excited to see the love my fans and subscribers of the platform will shower on the new character and show," he added.
OTT release of K-drama 'Soundtrack #1' on April 27
The series, which centres around the lives of two best friends who put everything on the line when they move in together, stars popular Korean actress Han So-hee known for her work in 'The World of The Married' and K-pop star Park Hyungsik. The story of 'Soundtrack #1' has been crafted by Ahn Saebom and sees celebrated director Kim Heewon (Vincenzo) at the helm of affairs and features an impressive soundtrack composed of some of Korea's most talented musical artists.
'Lock Upp': Ali Merchant eliminated as he failed to entertain
Ali entered the show as a wild card contestant. But he got eliminated because the host Kangana Ranaut felt that he failed to entertain the audience. Ali has revealed several secrets on the show like he opened up about his failed second marriage due to his career as a DJ and his ex-wife's orthodox upbringing.
'The Kashmir Files' to debut on OTT on May 13
The film, written and directed by Vivek Agnihotri, stars Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Bhasha Sumbli and Darshan Kumaar. It presents the story of the void that still looms in the valleys of Kashmir after the Kashmiri Pandits' exodus that plagued the valley in the early 1990s. It echoes their sense of deprivation, the pain of departure, the fear of existence and the struggle to survive.
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