Beyond its role as a global B2B marketplace for acquiring and distributing video content, Orasi Media is also advancing AI-powered solutions for real-time dubbing and subtitling.

Orasi Media is developing an innovative proposal to convert large volumes of archived content, often without a commercial outlet, into a key asset for training artificial intelligence models.

So told ttvnews, Asit Shah, CEO of the company, who explained how they are revolutionizing the industry by connecting the world of content with technological development needs. “That’s why we are here, to bring together as much content as possible for AI learners.”

“Our objective at this market is to acquire a large quantity of content for AI companies training their machine learning models,” Shah explained. “We work with many AI companies, directly or indirectly, and have access to about 70 of them.”

“It’s content that’s sitting on the shelf, not sellable. This is an opportunity to earn significant income through large volume deals,” he said. “If you have 5,000 hours of content, you could potentially earn over a million dollars in a year through e-learning.”

This model is already yielding tangible results. “We paid out more than 2 million dollars last quarter. Next month, we’re paying out another 2 million to 100 partners,” Shah shared. “We’re looking for close to a million hours of content, and this enables content to grow in value.”

Importantly, content licensed for AI purposes “will never be watched by anyone—not even employees at the AI companies,” Shah clarified. “So it doesn’t affect your existing distribution model. It’s a great opportunity for content partners to monetize through an additional revenue stream.”

Beyond its role as a global B2B marketplace for acquiring and distributing video content, Orasi Media is also advancing AI-powered solutions for real-time dubbing and subtitling.

“We do live dubbing. Last year, we launched a 24/7 Spanish-dubbed version of Newsmax TV, one of the fastest-growing streaming news channels in the US,” Shah said. “We simply take the SRT feed and, within 15 seconds, we deliver the dubbed version. We can dub in over 50 languages. It’s fantastic for sports and news channels.”

The company also plans to introduce live sign language interpretation powered by AI, as part of its commitment to accessibility.

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The company is also actively seeking co-production and distribution partners for its latest animated project, Shooting Stars, which was recently unveiled at MIFA.

At Natpe Budapest, Animotion Media Group is showcasing a dynamic catalogue that bridges established franchises with brand-new properties. Maria Makedonskaya, Head of Content Sales, spoke about the company’s expansion and ambitions across Central and Eastern Europe.

“We are an Abu Dhabi-based production and distribution company working with animation, and we have a rather big catalogue,” said Makedonskaya. “We’re bringing both older series, for which we’re producing new seasons, and presenting new titles.”

Among the new series is Detective Finnick, a long-awaited project that’s now gaining traction. “Detective Finnick is finally waking up, and we are about to close a few deals,” she revealed. Meanwhile, the popular series The Fixies continues to grow. “Right now, we’re delivering season 5 to our partners and are in production on season 6,” she said.

The company is also actively seeking co-production and distribution partners for its latest animated project, Shooting Stars, which was recently unveiled at MIFA. “It’s our brand-new project and we are looking for partners,” Makedonskaya noted.

Despite being a relatively young company, Animotion’s global footprint quickly expands. “We cover region by region, and the world seems… we’re quite a young company,” she reflected. Natpe Budapest represents a key opportunity for Animotion to deepen its reach in Central and Eastern Europe.

“In CEE, we’re obviously interested in meeting as many potential buyers as possible. We’re happy to work with traditional broadcasters, platforms—whoever is the right partner,” she concluded.

La entrada Maria Makedonskaya, Animotion: “Shooting Stars Is Our Brand-New Project” se publicó primero en TTV News.

The company sold content to TV3 Group Baltics, AMC Networks International Central and Northern Europe, LRT Lituania, and BBC Studios.

Cineflix Rights has announced further sales amounting to more than 450 hours of lifestyle and travel content to broadcasters across the CEE region on the eve of Natpe Budapest 2025.

TV3 Group Baltics has acquired more than 200 hours of content, including:

Hit format Tempting Fortune (Season 1 & 2, 14×60’, Voltage TV and GroupM Motion Entertainment for Channel 4, UK) for its channels in Latvia and Lithuania.

It has also bought An Optimist’s Guide to the Planet (6×60’, Cream Productions for Crave, Canada and Bloomberg, International).

Sue Perkins into Alaska (3×60’, Chalkboard TV and GroupM Motion Entertainment for Channel 5, UK).

Richard Hammond’s Workshop (Seasons 1-5, 40×60’, Chimp Productions and Krempelwood for Discovery UK and Eire).

Hidden Frontiers Arabia With Reza Pakravan (6×60’, A-OK Media House for Discovery, US).

Property Brothers: Forever Home (Seasons 1&2, 80×60’, Scott Brothers Entertainment for HGTV US and Canada).

AMC Networks International Central and Northern Europe (AMCNI CNE) has acquired:

Help! We Bought A Village (Seasons 1-3, 80×60’, True North for Channel 4, UK).

Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive & Kids (10×60’, Wise Owl Films for Channel 4, UK).

Amanda Owen’s Farming Lives (6×60’, Wise Owl Films for Channel 4, UK) for its Spektrum Home channel in Hungary, together with Château DIY (Seasons 7&8, 70×60’, Spark Media Partners for Channel 4, UK).

Property Brothers: Commitment Issues (working title, 14×60’, Scott Brothers Entertainment for HGTV Canada) for its Spektrum Home channels across Hungary, Czech Republic and Slovakia.

LRT Lithuania has also taken Help! We Bought A Village (Seasons 1-3, 80×60’, True North for Channel 4, UK).

BBC Studios has bought Richard Hammond’s Workshop (Season 5, 8×60’, Chimp Productions and Krempelwood for Discovery UK and Eire) for Poland.

Lucy Rawson, VP Sales, Benelux, CEE, and Southern Mediterranean, Cineflix Rights said: “CEE is one of the key international markets for high-volume, high-quality lifestyle content—particularly with big returning franchises in the home renovation genre—as well as travel and food series. I’m also pleased to see the continued popularity for our hit international format Tempting Fortune across the region. With these sales following on from a previous raft announced at NEM, it’s a great time to be heading to Natpe Budapest with a fresh slate of new titles and new seasons of our biggest hits.”

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The company’s latest feature film, Kingdom of Judas, is a thriller made in Romania and can be seen on Prime Video.

By ttvnews, from Budapest

Saroafilm arrives for the first time at Natpe Budapest and presents its productions made in Romania, with local talent and potential for international distribution.

This is what Sabina Lisievici, CEO of Saroafilm, told ttvnews. “We are a very important company within the Romanian film industry and also for the international industry. We produce feature films, feature films and recently series. We produce them all in Romania and distribute them internationally,” she said.

Lisievici noted that his latest feature film, Kingdom of Judas, is a thriller produced in Romania but spoken in English. “Right now, it can be seen on Amazon Prime Video in North America and Taiwan, and also in many parts of the world. We are very happy to be able to produce domestically and distribute worldwide.”

The CEO of Saroafilm commented on her first experience at Natpe Budapest: “We are loving it so far. It’s the first day, and it’s looking pretty relaxed because it’s the first few hours. But we’ve already met with several partners we knew from previous markets,” she concluded.

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The formats included in the deal are Game of Chefs, Rat In The Kitchen, Let Love Rule, My Mum Your Dad, A Year To Remember, and What Would Your Kid Do? 

Today, ITV Studios announced a strategic partnership with Paprika Studios, one of the leading independent production companies in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), at Natpe Budapest. Paprika Studios will exclusively represent six of ITV Studios’ top non-scripted formats across seven key markets: Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia.

This strategic collaboration brings together a diverse mix of non-scripted formats spanning cooking, reality, and entertainment, marking a significant step forward in ITV Studios’ commitment to innovative and locally resonant production in the region.

The six titles Paprika Studios will represent are:

Game of Chefs – a high-stakes cooking competition
Rat In The Kitchen – a culinary game show with a twist
Let Love Rule – a bold and fresh take on dating
My Mum Your Dad – heartwarming reality with a twist on second chances
A Year To Remember – a nostalgic entertainment format
What Would Your Kid Do? – a fun and revealing family game show

This collaboration reflects ITV Studios’ strategic focus on building closer creative and commercial partnerships in key international markets. It ensures broadcasters across the region have access to high-quality content with efficient, locally tailored production support.

Where formats are already established, existing production partners will continue their local adaptations.

Gisela Minnbergh, EVP EMEA Global Partnerships at ITV Studios, said: “Central and Eastern Europe is a dynamic and competitive region, and we’re thrilled to be joining forces with Paprika Studios, who have a proven track record and deep expertise in the region. This partnership enables us to offer broadcasters a powerful combination of creative content and streamlined production, perfectly suited to local audiences.”

Ákos Erdös, CEO of Paprika Studios, added: “We’re proud to represent ITV Studios’ exciting slate of formats in CEE. These are compelling, high-quality titles that we believe will resonate strongly with local viewers. With more than 15 years of experience, offices in eight countries, and a deep understanding of audience expectations and market trends in the CEE region, we are a reliable and competent partner, bringing significant added value to this strategic collaboration. Together with ITV Studios, we aim to bring fresh energy to the region’s non-scripted landscape.”

The deal was brokered by Martijn Plaizier, Content Brand Partnership Manager, ITV Studios.

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A+E Global Media, Lionsgate, Paramount Global Content Distribution, and Sony Pictures Television Confirmed for Exclusive Screenings.

Natpe Budapest, the leading global TV market focused on the CEE region, announced a slate of major screenings from A+E Global Media, Lionsgate, Paramount Global Content Distribution, and Sony Pictures Television at its 2025 edition.

With over 65 exhibitors and over 300 buyers already confirmed, this year’s market – set for June 23 – 26 at the InterContinental Budapest Hotel – is shaping to be a can’t-miss event for industry leaders and global content players.

In a move to expand its creative and cultural footprint, Natpe Budapest will also host exclusive sessions and screenings at the iconic new Dorothea Hotel, offering an immersive and elevated environment for showcasing the industry’s best new content and ideas.

“Natpe Budapest has long been regarded as the most effective and efficient marketplace in CEE, and this year builds on that tradition,” said Claire Macdonald, Executive Director, Natpe Budapest. “Our raison d’être is to bring together the major players in the region, and this year we’ve expanded the market floor due to exhibitor demand.”

The conference program includes some of the most prominent players in the region and will be curated with a view to what lies ahead and how to broaden horizons and gear up for new opportunities.

Highlights of Natpe Budapest 2025 include:

Natpe Honors Europe – A brand-new initiative celebrating the bold voices and visionary leaders who are reshaping the European media landscape. This exclusive awards show recognizes innovation, leadership, and impact in the content space.

Pitch & Play LIVE! – Back by popular demand, this high-energy format competition shines a spotlight on the CEE region’s most exciting original format concepts with international potential in a lively and interactive showcase.

CEE Breakout Hits – Georgi Chakarov, President & CEO of TV Bizz Group, returns to spotlight the top-performing new series across CEE markets, analyzing the drivers behind their success and what they signal for the future of programming and acquisition strategies.

Formats Track curated by Realscreen – A must-attend for unscripted and format buyers and sellers, this curated programming dives into the evolving world of format transcreation and how local success stories can be scaled for global audiences.

Expanded Networking & Signature Events – With enhanced curated networking, exclusive market floor access, and the legendary Natpe Boat Party returning with Budapest’s most stunning riverside views, the market remains the region’s premier destination to meet, connect, and collaborate.

Natpe Budapest is a powerful platform for deal-making, creative exchange, and content discovery, serving as a launchpad for the next wave of formats, scripted hits, and cross-border partnerships.

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Kanal D International’ Sales Executive for CEE, CIS and Europe shared the great moment of their main title: Secret of Pearls

* by ttvnews, from Budapest, Hungary

Kanal D International is living a fantastic moment locally and internationally thanks to the success of Secret of Pearls and the recent premiere of a new title, The Family Burden.

“We are presenting [at Natpe Budapest] our brand new and most successful series: Secret of Pearls,” shared
Canan Koca, Sales Executive CEE, CIS and Europe, Kanal D International. “The series started in January and the ratings are amazing. It’s number one every Thursday on prime time.”

The show has been a fantastic title since its premiere and its just starting to spread its wing internationally.

Even fresher is the other main title of KDI for Budapest: The Family Burden. “We have a brand new series that started four or five weeks ago, called The Family Burden,” said Koca. “This series will continue during the summer. It’s also a very nice traditional drama which we are presenting and pitching to our clients.”

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The Turkish company Match Point has a wide catalog of content that it has also brought to Budapest during this edition of Natpe.

The Turkish love story, I Loved a Rose, is one of the most relevant titles that Turkish distributor Match Point is presenting during Natpe Budapest. The daily TV series has already been sold to several countries, and it will soon start airing in Romania. Its projection is for an international tour.

So commented to ttvnews Melis Nersesoglu, Managing Director Match Point, “Of the Turkish content we have available, the one that is in high demand worldwide is the Turkish daily TV series I Loved a Rose, which is already sold to a couple of countries. Romania will be airing it very soon,” she said.

According to Nersesoglu, they are already in talks with the various Turkish TV channels about launching this title. “We are also in talks in Latam and the whole CEE region. We have quite a few demands for I Loved a Rose.”

The story of I Loved a Rose begins when Pars discovers that his biological father is alive, opening the doors to a different world for him. He is now an Akabey. Despite the nagging memory of Gül, who abandoned him because of his poverty, Pars decides to marry Asya, a woman he has never met, to settle an old feud. Leaving his Adana hovel, Pars embarks on a new life of opulence and magnificence in Istanbul. The prospect of acceptance by his sisters and stepmother seems complicated, but Pars remains determined.

The Turkish company Match Point has an extensive catalog of content that it has also brought to Budapest during this edition of Natpe. “All genres include action, drama, romance, and well-known movies. We are also representing Blue TV Original,” said Nersesoglu.

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