The content will be exclusively available across ZEE’s digital platforms, with ZEE5 KIdZ serving as the primary hub, offering these titles in multiple languages.

Animotion Media Group has entered into a new content agreement with ZEE Entertainment, bringing a selection of its animated children’s titles to audiences in India. As part of this partnership, KidZ on ZEE5 will serve as the primary destination for the content, alongside availability across ZEE’s broader VOD and YouTube platforms.

The content will be exclusively available across ZEE’s digital platforms, with ZEE5 KIdZ serving as the primary hub, offering these titles in multiple languages. The initiative underscores the growing importance of local-language content in children’s entertainment, particularly in a market defined by linguistic diversity and strong digital consumption habits.

The curated slate combines science, adventure, comedy, friendship, and discovery across different age groups. The Fixies introduces children to technology and everyday science through the adventures of tiny characters who live inside machines and gadgets. DinoCity follows a lively dinosaur family navigating a modern world, blending humor with relatable family moments for preschool audiences. Detective Finnick brings mystery-driven storytelling to young viewers through the mischievous adventures of a house spirit, while The Fixies: Top Secret expands the beloved edutainment franchise into a feature-length adventure.

“India is a highly dynamic and multilingual market, where localization plays a key role in how children and families connect with content,” said Julia Nikolaeva, General Manager at Animotion Media Group. “We are very pleased to partner with ZEE to bring our titles to audiences across India in Hindi and other regional languages, making our stories more accessible to children through platforms they already know and enjoy.”

Chandan Khandelwal, Business Head – ZEE5 KidZ added: “At KidZ on ZEE5, we are seeing families increasingly seek content that blends entertainment with imagination, curiosity, and positive values. As choices expand, the need for a trusted kids’ destination becomes even more important. Animotion Media Group’s titles deliver a strong mix of learning, humour, and adventure that resonates with today’s audiences, and with KidZ making this content available in multiple regional languages, these stories become even more relatable and accessible to children across India. Partnerships like this help us continue building a platform that children love and parents trust”.

With ZEE’s strong understanding of the Indian audience and ZEE5 KidZ serving as the primary destination for kids’ entertainment within the ecosystem, the partnership creates new opportunities for Animotion Media Group’s brands to reach children in a way that feels local, accessible, and culturally relevant. The agreement also highlights the growing role of regional-language dubbing in expanding the life cycle of international kids’ content across India and beyond.

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Strategic leadership hire strengthens Digitoonz’s global expansion.

Digitoonz Media & Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., a leading global animation studio headquartered in India with offices across the US and Europe, is proud to announce the appointment of Vrinda Sood as Vice President.

In her new leadership role, Sood will drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, expanding the studio’s client base, and forging high-impact strategic partnerships.

Her appointment is an important step in Digitoonz’s long-term strategy to enhance its commercial reach and reinforce its position as a key player in animation, VFX, and gaming. She will also play a central role in developing innovative business verticals and fostering cross-sector creative collaborations.

Sood has amassed a unique expertise on both the creative and business sides of the animation industry, bringing to Digitoonz over a decade of multifaceted experience across advertising, branded content, OTT animation shows, TV series, and feature films, spanning both animation and VFX.

Throughout her career, she has built a proven track record of scaling businesses, forging strategic partnerships, and integrating emerging technologies. Her experience navigating international markets and pioneering innovation in production pipelines, including the use of AI and Unreal Engine technologies, positions her perfectly to spearhead Digitoonz’s next phase of expansion.

Sood takes on this new role at Digitoonz while continuing to serve as CEO of Citrus Ink Studios, the company she founded and transformed from a boutique studio into a globally recognized creative powerhouse, leading successful collaborations with major brands and production companies worldwide, such as Coca-Cola, Hector Beverages (known for Paperboat), Thums Up with Ogilvy & Mather, Arctic Fox, Havells Home Appliances with Lowe Lintas, Upstox, and Hero Xtreme, among others.

In December 2024, Citrus Ink and Digitoonz entered into a strategic partnership to launch DGX, a joint venture dedicated to next-generation VFX, animation, and gaming services, built on a foundation of innovation and cutting-edge technology.

A visionary leader with a sharp creative eye, Sood has helmed multiple award-winning projects throughout her career. Her short film The Social Chameleon garnered international acclaim, with 57 official festival selections, including 17 Academy Award-qualifying events.

“We are thrilled to welcome Vrinda to the Digitoonz executive team,” said Vikas Kumar, CEO and Founder of Digitoonz Media & Entertainment. “Her dynamic vision, global perspective, and deep industry expertise will be invaluable as we continue to expand our portfolio, strengthen long-term strategic partnerships, and reinforce Digitoonz’s position as a leading player in the global entertainment industry. She is a deeply skilled professional with an advantageous understanding of the progressively evolving sector, setting us up for further success.”

Vrinda Sood stated, “I’m honored to step into the role of Vice President at Digitoonz, a studio I’ve long admired and collaborated with closely through Citrus Ink and, more recently, DGX. This is an exciting time of evolution and expansion for the company, and I’m thrilled to contribute to its next phase of growth. I can’t wait to see the amazing work we’ll accomplish together.”

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The internationally acclaimed thriller drama series will be reimagined for Indian audiences in this collaboration between Banijay Asia and All3Media.

Banijay Asia announced signing an agreement with independent distributor All3Media International to acquire the rights to The Tourist, the award-winning drama created by Two Brothers Pictures, to be adapted for India.

This partnership aims to set a new benchmark for international adaptations in the Indian subcontinent, offering viewers another captivating series. The remake will retain the exciting essence of the original while infusing cultural elements unique to India.

Mrinalini Jain, Group Chief Development Officer, Banijay Asia & EndemolShine India, expressed her excitement about the partnership: “We at Banijay are huge fans of Two Brothers and the thrilling masterpieces they craft. The Tourist offers a unique blend of mystery and suspense that we believe will resonate deeply with our viewers. We are ecstatic to bring an adaptation of such a gripping and internationally celebrated series to Indian audiences. Collaborating with All3Media International allows us to maintain the high standards set by the original while infusing it with a distinct Indian touch.”

Sabrina Duguet, EVP of Asia Pacific at All3Media International, commented on the alliance: “The Tourist has been a phenomenal success globally, and we are delighted to see it being adapted for the Indian market. Banijay Asia has an impressive track record of creating high-quality local adaptations, and we are confident that they will deliver an exceptional version of this globally loved thriller. We look forward to seeing how the story will be reimagined for Indian viewers.”

Starring Jamie Dornan, the original series was written by Harry and Jack Williams, the creators of Rellik and Boat Story, and was produced by Two Brothers Pictures and Highview Productions. Distributed internationally to over five continents by All3Media International, it has aired with production partners BBC One in the UK, Stan in Australia, and ZDF in Germany, with further territories including the USA, Canada, Latin America, South Korea and the Nordics.

The plot of the groundbreaking series revolves around an Irishman who wakes up in an Australian hospital with amnesia after a car crash. Seeking answers, he encounters a local woman who remembers him and volunteers to help him rediscover his identity. What few clues he can find hint that he has a dark past from which he must escape before it catches up with him.

Banijay Asia has successfully delivered several hit scripted adaptations, including The Night Manager, The Trial, and Call My Agent Bollywood, alongside successful originals like Aarya, Dahan, Matsya Kaand, Bombay Begums, and Trial By Fire.

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Hear Me, Dreaming of You and Love Puzzle, are the first Turkish titles from Eccho Rights, which will be available on Amazon miniTV screens in India.

Eccho Rights announced the beginning of a strategic agreement with Amazon miniTV, a leading AVOD streaming service in India, to bring a selection of acclaimed Turkish dramas to the country’s vibrant streaming landscape. Among the varied projects secured for this deal are Hear Me, Dreaming of You, and Love Puzzle.

Melis Hamamcıoğlu, Head of Digital Media Acquisition and Content Sales at Eccho Rights, noted that Turkish content enjoys great popularity worldwide, and they believe these titles will resonate with Indian audiences as well. “We are delighted to contribute to the diversification of streaming options in the region, offering Indian viewers a rich tapestry of entertainment options with our authentic and compelling narratives.”

Amogh Dusad, head of content at Amazon miniTV, commented that they are excited about this partnership, which will allow them to offer their customers a new international program every week. “Our diverse content library will now also include popular Turkish series dubbed into Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. Turkish dramas are known for their high quality of storytelling and production, and we are delighted to be able to offer them to our viewers,” said Dusad.

Hear Me (66 x 45′) Produced by Sürec Film for Star TV

When Leyla is paralyzed in a hit-and-run, her best friend Ekim takes it upon herself to find the driver. As the culprit appears to be a student at Doğru High School, an exclusive high school for the rich, the principal decides to award scholarships to students from Leyla’s neighbourhood in an attempt to bury the story. Ekim, Bekir and Ayşe were chosen to attend the prestigious school. However, after discovering the truth about the accident, Ekim faces a difficult choice between friendship and love.

Dreaming of You (35 x 34′) Produced by Sürec Film for Show TV

Dreaming of You topped the charts with its light-hearted romance. A young man falls madly in love with the daughter of one of the residents of his residence. But as he gets closer to the girl of his dreams, he finds it harder and harder to tell her how he feels….

Love Puzzle (15 x 45′) Produced by Gold Film for Show TV

Öykü and her boyfriend Cem are set to return to Turkey to get married after meeting in London, but upon discovering that he has been cheating on her, Öykü falls into the arms of another. The only problem is that the new man, Ozan, is Cem’s brother…

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ZEE BollyWorld, the first offering in this partnership, will transport viewers to the “Evergreen Age” of Indian Hindi Cinema.

OTTera, a leader in FAST linear and OTT application solutions, is delighted to announce the launch of multiple FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television) channels for ZEE Entertainment, including their first-ever Hindi FAST channel. This will mark a strategic collaboration that will significantly expand ZEE’s global reach and offer millions of viewers access to their favorite shows and movies.

ZEE BollyWorld, the first offering in this partnership, will transport viewers to the “Evergreen Age” of Indian Hindi Cinema.

ZEE Entertainment, a pioneer in the television landscape since launching India’s first private satellite television channel in 1992, has captivated audiences worldwide with its diverse content portfolio, including dramas, reality shows, films, and more.

Mr. Punit Misra, President-Content and International Markets, expressed his enthusiasm: “Our strategic tie-up with OTTera will reshape the entertainment landscape. With the introduction of FAST channels, our diverse programming offers viewers an immersive adventure. We embrace the evolving industry with passion and engage in this transformation that will reshape the way viewers enjoy content.”

Mr. Ashok Namboodiri, Chief Business Officer – International Business at ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., added, “This collaboration empowers us to provide innovative content consumption avenues, offering viewers an exciting approach to access our vast content library.”

Stephen L. Hodge, CEO at OTTera, said, “ZEE Entertainment is a pioneer and consistent leader in the television and film industry; we are proud to support their endeavors in delivering their exceptional content to the growing global FAST audience.”

With the addition of ZEE’s FAST channels, OTTera continues to strengthen its position as a prominent player in the streaming industry, offering viewers diverse, high-quality content from around the world.

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Following in the footsteps of Netflix, The Walt Disney Company platform is implementing a policy in India that will seek to limit the use of the same account at multiple addresses

As expected, other international streaming platforms have decided to follow in the footsteps of Netflix and try to end or limit the sharing of the same account by multiple addresses.

Disney+, The Walt Disney Company’s streaming platform, will implement measures in India to end password sharing, a method by which a single paying customer is used by people from multiple residences.

Known as Disney+ Hotstar in India, the platform will seek to have only four devices connected at the same time, a rule that exists in the contract but that was not being applied to users who today can log in simultaneously from dozens of devices, and that in the In the case of the cheapest plan, the number of simultaneous devices is limited to just two.

It is still a much narrower version of what Netflix did, which enforced its restriction policy in more than 100 territories around the world and tied it to the user’s IP, providing exceptions only in case of travel and through the use of a code.

The new policy for Disney+ Hotstar in India will start to apply in the coming months.

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Deepak Dhar to lead group comprising Endemol Shine India, and Banijay Asia, as Founder & Group CEO

Media and entertainment powerhouse, Banijay, announced the successful reorganisation of Banijay in Asia, combining two market-leading entities -Endemol Shine India and Banijay Asia, under the leadership of Deepak Dhar, who has been appointed the Founder & Group CEO– Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India.

Building a regional content powerhouse, the move follows the full buy-out of Endemol Shine India from CA Media, and sees media veteran and entrepreneur, Dhar, take on overarching role. Having led Endemol’s Indian operations between 2005 and 2018, before launching Banijay Asia and overseeing its strategic growth, he will now continue his focus on leading the wider group’s content strategies, partnerships, new business, and alliances, in addition to building both companies’ reputations in generating new IP, which can travel the world.

In line with the changes, and with the aim of unlocking greater synergies, Dhar will now finesse the structure of Banijay in Asia, setting group-wide roles, as well as dedicated creative positions within the respective production labels. Key personnel-related news is expected to be shared in the coming few weeks.

Talking on the developments, Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO – Banijay Asia & Endemol Shine India, commented, “The reorganisation of Banijay in Asia is our biggest and boldest move yet and aligns with our ambition to drive further growth in India and Asia at-large. Leveraging the creative potential and possibilities of both brands, we will now strategically pursue complimentary yet independent creative portfolios to offer the most diverse, and compelling cross-genre content from all across the globe, to our Indian and Asian platforms and screens.”

“Deepak is a leading creative and entrepreneurial force in Asia, and in our partnership thus far, he has successfully created an impressive slate, and a host of fruitful partnerships with major buyers and partners worldwide,” said Marco Bassetti, CEO, Banijay. “In this new phase for the business, he will now focus on unlocking and aligning other strategic growth avenues to put Banijay in a dominating position, both in India, as well as Asia.”

“I’ve been fortunate to have been involved in the growth of both businesses since their inception in India; now, leading them both through the next phase of growth, is a surreal feeling,” further added Dhar. “I look forward to working closely with my colleagues at Endemol Shine and Banijay Asia to continue to create path-breaking content, and having fun along the way.”

Over the last few years, Banijay Asia has delivered mega-hit scripted adaptations like The Night Manager, Call My Agent Bollywood, Hostages, and Fall, and successful Originals like Dahan, Matsya Kaand, Undekhi, Tribhanga amongst many others. The content studio’s upcoming shows include Indian reimaginations of The Good Wife Monk, House, and Suits. On the non-scripted front, Banijay is leading the genre with blockbuster titles like The Kapil Sharma Show, MTV Roadies, The Voice, The Big Picture, Into The Wild with Bear Grylls, Case Toh Banta Hai, Nach Baliye and more. The content studio’s upcoming shows include Survivor and Temptation Island.

Meanwhile, since 2005, Endemol Shine India has established a strong reputation as the leading producer of Bigg Boss across 9 regions, as well as the Indian adaptations of Fear Factor, MasterChef and Deal or No Deal. On the Scripted front, apart from Bombay Begums, Trial By Fire and Tooth Pari, the label has announced a third season of International Emmy-nominated Aarya, and a Hindi adaptation of The Bridge (Bron/Broen).

Now, some of the biggest global, and original Indian IP would now be available and produced between the two entities, under the leadership of Dhar.

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The show is produced by Banijay Asia and will be available on Disney+ from 5th December onwards

Bollywood’s iconic diva, Malaika Arora, makes her much awaited digital debut with Disney+ Hotstar. She is set to give fans access to her past, present, and future through unfiltered conversations in an all-new, exclusive show, Moving In With Malaika. Releasing from 5th December onwards this exciting series produced by Banijay Asia, will also see guest appearances from her friends and family as they spill the tea on her.

Gaurav Banerjee, Head-Content, Disney+ Hotstar & HSM Entertainment Network, Disney Star, said: “After the successful season 7 of Koffee With Karan, we are delighted to bring before our viewers yet another exciting reality show, Moving In With Malaika. With this latest addition we expand our catalog of nonfiction shows, giving audiences a sneak peek into the life of Malaika Arora.”

Malaika Arora, sharing her excitement said: “For the longest time, the world has viewed me through the lens of social media. But this time I am excited to shake that up a bit. With this show, I want to break that barrier between me and my fans and invite them into my world through Moving In With Malaika. It will be a fun ride as I take everyone along with me exploring my day-to-day life with some of my closest family and friends. I am exhilarated to kick-start this new venture and delighted to collaborate with Disney+ Hotstar on this.”

Deepak Dhar, CEO & Founder, Banijay Asia, added: “We are always excited to get new and innovative content to our audiences and Moving In With Malaika is another show from the Banijay Asia team. It’s a special glimpse into Malaika’s life. We are excited to bring Malaika to the enchanting world of OTT. Disney+ Hotstar has always been a great content partner with us for earlier shows like Roar of the Lion, Hostages, and more recently with the success of Dahan, we are itching to get this show out to our viewers!”

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