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  • To adapt British mystery drama series 'Guilt' for India

    Applause Entertainment joins hands with BBC Studios

    By Our Staff

     

    Aditya Birla Group’s Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios India will produce the British mystery thriller ‘Guilt’. The Indian version of Guilt, which is yet to be titled, will be directed by Shaad Ali with Jaideep Ahlawat and Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub playing the lead roles.

     

    Sameer-Nair
    Sameer-Nair

    Said Sameer Nair, CEO, Applause Entertainment: “Guilt is a wonderful addition to the prolific partnership we have with BBC Studios. Backed by our common intent to deliver the most clutter breaking and sought-after stories to the Indian audiences, we have successfully experimented with global formats, interpreting them to suit the Indian cultural context. As an account of altering moralities in the face of adversity, Guilt cements itself as yet another splendid thriller that is sure to find resonance amongst viewers. The show is being directed by Shaad Ali and stars a fantastic ensemble of actors who will raise the stakes of an already delightfully twisted tale.”

     

    Sameer Gogate,
    Sameer Gogate

    Added Sameer Gogate, General Manager – BBC Studios India: “This series is a leap ahead in our steady and growing partnership with Applause and our shared vision of bringing genre-bending premium content to Indian audiences. We are looking forward to another exciting journey of mounting a show that brings in the essence of realism in fiction, coupled with a stellar star cast and director who will light up the screens with their performances.”

     

  • Starts off with Sons of the Soil: Jaipur Pink Panthers

    Amazon Prime Videos forays in sports docus

    By A Correspondent

     

    Amazon Prime Video and Abhishek Bachchan today unveiled the trailer for an all-new Amazon Original series, Sons of the Soil: Jaipur Pink Panthers

     

    Produced by BBC Studios India and directed by two-time BAFTA Scotland winner Alex Gale, the unscripted sports docu-series follows the inspiring journey of Jaipur Pink Panthers in the seventh season of the Pro Kabaddi League. Amazon Original Series Sons of the Soil: Jaipur Pink Panthers will launch in over 200+ countries and territories exclusively on Prime Video on December 4. The first episode of the Amazon Original Series will be available to watch for free for all Amazon India customers. Interestingly, Pro Kabaddi league is aired on Star Sports, and the show is going to be aired on Amazon Prime Video and not Hotstar.

     

    Added Aparna Purohit, Head – India Originals, Amazon Prime Video India: “Amazon Prime Video has always endeavored to bring diverse and gripping stories to our audiences. From gangland dramas to musicals – we have developed and produced authentic stories rooted in our soil. And with Sons of the Soil: Jaipur Pink Panthers, we are extremely proud to diversify our repertoire and bring our first-ever sports docu-series in India to our viewers. Kabaddi is one of the oldest and much loved indigenous sports in India and this series follows the incredible journey of Jaipur Pink Panthers Kabaddi team. The series will provide a window into players’ steadfast persistence, rigorous preparation and hard-work leading up-to the 40 minute matches that audiences enjoy. The show will take viewers on an emotional journey as they follow the team not just on the mat but also get an inside look into the lives of the players – where they come from and what drives them.”

     

    Added BBC Studios India Business Head, Sameer Gogate: “BBC Studios has had a strong heritage and specialization in producing documentary content globally and we are excited to bring our expertise in this genre into the India market. India is a sports hungry nation and we are delighted to collaborate with Amazon Prime Video to bring to their audience the first-ever sports docu-series on a truly indigenous sport like kabaddi. It was a pleasure to work with Amazon Prime Video, Abhishek Bachchan and the entire Jaipur Pink Panthers team, who opened up their world and hearts to us. Prime Video in India, through Amazon Originals, has presented some exciting stories for entertainment lovers and with Sons of the Soil: Jaipur Pink Panthers, fans can really look forward to an emotional and an engrossing tale of a team’s dedication and passion to win.”

     

     

  • This marks BBC Studios’ entry into the Indian regional scripted market

    BBC Studios’ One of Us to have a Telugu version

    By A Correspondent

     

    BBC Studios has announced that it will be producing a new Indian adaptation of the drama series One of Us.

     

    The 2017 thriller is set to be adapted as a Hotstar Telugu special by BBC Studios India – marking the organisation’s debut into the regional scripted market in India.

     

    Said Sameer Gogate, Business Head of Production, India, BBC Studios: “Hotstar is known for its focus on premium dramas and we are delighted to work with them again to deliver another high-end thriller. The great thing about adaptations are their world-wide appeal that transverse everything from cultures, to boundaries, and languages – and yet stay true to the essence of the story.   We are very proud to be able to present One of Us to the Telugu audience. This marks our debut into the regional scripted market and what better way to launch than with this premium drama as a Hotstar Telugu special.”

     

     

  • The film along with its entertainment quotient aims to project a message of inspiring positive change in the society

    Eros partners Bagpiper Soda for Marathi movie ‘Guru’

    By A Correspondent

     

    Eros International Media Limited (Eros International) announced its one of a kind content partnership with United Spirits’ Bagpiper Soda, for the upcoming Marathi film ‘Guru’.

     

    Starring multi-talented actor Ankush Chaudhary and Urmila Kanetkar, ‘Guru’ will be directed by Sanjay Jadhav, based on a script by Ashish Parte. A film that dares to break the mould and take certain issues head on, ‘Guru’, is expected to go on floors by November 2015.

     

    The film along with its entertainment quotient aims to project a message of inspiring positive change in the society – the very purpose that Bagpiper Soda stands for. Through a unique association with Eros International, Bagpiper Soda will be an integrated partner across the film’s content, promotions and performance. Mindshare handles the media mandate for United Spirits Limited and has conceptualized this association for Bagpiper Soda.

     

    The association will see Bagpiper Soda promoting the film through a specially created TVC ad campaign with the lead actors and aligned with the basic plot of the film. The TVC will be on-air on regional Marathi channels through the production and promotion phase of the film. The movie will also include a song that resonates the film’s theme and Bagpiper Soda’s iconic message.

     

    Commenting on Bagpiper Soda’s new venture, Debashish Shyam, Sr. VP – Marketing, United Spirits said, “Bagpiper Soda has its soul entrenched in culture and there is no bigger medium that reflects popular ethos than Indian cinema. By becoming an integral part of a film like ‘Guru’ we will be able to spread Bagpiper Soda’s message of positive change to a much wider audience and also take our long-standing relationship with cinema to the next level. We are very happy to have excellent partners in Eros and Sanjay Jadhav for this venture.”

     

    Commenting on the association, Sameer Gogate, Chief Development Officer, Eros International Media Ltd said, “We are keen on partnering and promoting the best talent from the Marathi film industry. The association with Bagpiper Soda for ‘Guru’ will help drive the underlying message of the film which is to bring a radical change in society. ‘Guru’ promises to be an interesting journey and we are looking forward to supporting and nurturing such strong content driven films”.

     

    Prasanth Kumar, CEO Mindshare South Asia added, “We are very excited to have conceptualized and executed this ambitious and never done before initiative of co-creating a film with an iconic marque. Our strategic partnership with Bagpiper Soda and Eros International will change the game from content revolution to a new era of content evolution.”

     

     

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