The Hollywood Reporter India (THR India), published by RPSG Lifestyle Media, has announced the launch of its inaugural digital cover, spotlighting five different directors in an exclusive interaction, THR India Roundtable.  Directors Pa.Ranjith, Vetri Maaran, Zoya Akhtar, Karan Johar and Mahesh Narayanan from the Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam film industries are featured on the cover.  Anupama Chopra, editor of THR India, asserted that THR India aims to showcase “the unique aesthetics, star systems and cultural nuances” of multiple thriving film industries across the country “Beyond cinema, THR India will cover India's booming streaming sector, its rapidly growing gaming market, and the explosive online content creation industry. From breaking news and trends to in-depth interviews and reviews, THR India promises to be the go-to source for all things entertainment across the Indian subcontinent,” she said in an introductory video on YouTube.   Avarna Jain, chairperson of R

Prasar Bharati has invited applications from rights owner companies, partnership firms, proprietary firms, and producers to source feature films on license fee/royalty for its digital and linear platforms.  The pubcaster is sourcing 50 feature films as per the requirement for the launch of the OTT platform and a weekly drop until the end of the current financial year. The telecast/streaming schedule and platform will be decided after the completion of the sourcing process based on the category, period, and territory of rights acquired for the feature films for different platforms.  Prasar Bharati issued the notice on September 24, and the last date for submission of applications is October 20.  The applications will be processed on a ‘first come, first serve basis’ from the date of notification, in accordance with Prasar Bharati's content requirements and the merit of the proposals as per the Content Sourcing Policy.  According to Prasar Bharati, these feature films can be

With the second phase of polling in Jammu and Kashmir turning out to be peaceful recording a 57 per cent turnout, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar and his team deserve applause. Peerzada Ashiq of The Hindu noted that "enthusiastic voters formed long queues early in the morning at most polling booths across the 26 constituencies." While the highest voting percentage of 74.7 per cent was recorded in Reasi district, the capital Srinagar recorded just 29.81 per cent polling, showing a marginal increase from the 27 per cent in the 2014 assembly elections.  Recording the reluctance of the voters in Srinagar, Peerzada also spoke to several residents who remained unenthusiastic about the polls and what change they could bring to them. In a first, foreign diplomats from 15 countries observed the electoral process and expressed satisfaction with the process after touring several polling booths. The international observers on Wednesday voiced their validation of the polls, with the

St Kilda FC legend Nick Riewoldt is set to join Seven's AFL coverage for the 2025 season, according to a media release from the network. The six-time Trevor Barker Award winner and 336-game veteran will play a key role in Seven’s weekly match broadcasts and mid-week programming. Since retiring in 2017, Riewoldt has built a reputation as a knowledgeable and passionate AFL commentator. After spending two years in Houston working in stadium and event technology, he expressed excitement about returning to Melbourne and joining 7AFL. “I’m excited about joining 7AFL and being part of the new vision for the network’s football coverage in 2025 and beyond,” Riewoldt said. “I can’t wait to work alongside a fantastic team to bring the game to footy fans across Australia.” Chris Jones, Seven Network’s director of sport, welcomed Riewoldt to the team, calling him one of the game’s greatest players and an elite analyst. Gary O’Keeffe, Seven’s head of AFL and sports innov

Tim Lordan is embarking on a new chapter after concluding his role as Afternoons host and assistant content director at Perth’s Mix 94.5, according to Radio Today.  With a career in commercial radio spanning over 25 years, Lordan previously served as operations and morning announcer at Triple M Adelaide, where he anchored the Saturday morning sports show, Dead Set Legends, and was assistant program director for Brisbane’s Nova 106.9. He spent 12 of his 15 years at SCA in his hometown Perth. Reflecting on his journey, Lordan said, “It’s been an amazing ride, doing every content role imaginable—from workday jock and breakfast anchor to music director and assistant content director.” Currently, he is taking a break and extending his European holiday while considering his next adventure.  

Nine has appointed Gareth Parker, currently the director of news at 9News Perth, to the newly created role of network news content director, a media release stated. Parker will relocate to Sydney and report to Fiona Dear, 9Network’s director of news and current affairs.  In the new role, he will oversee the coordination of national news coverage across 9Network’s state-based newsrooms, ensuring timely distribution of content on key platforms. Expressing his enthusiasm, Parker said: “I can’t thank the entire Nine Perth team for their unwavering support and hard work in service of our audiences, and I look forward to getting stuck into this national role to maximise the reach and impact of our talented reporting teams around the country.” “Thanks especially to Nine Perth managing director Clive Bingwa for his support, and to Fiona Dear for her faith in me,” he added. Dear expressed her excitement about Parker’s appointment, emphasizing its importance in enhancing

There aren’t too many communications businesses that have evolved as much as Corrie McLeod’s Espresso Communications over its 20 year history. Tonight Espresso celebrates its 20th anniversary at an event in Sydney, where it will also unveil revamped branding. McLeod (pictured above) has grown Espresso into a group of communications business that envelops the original Espresso Communications agency, the InnovationAus media business and the recently launched Innovation Advisory, a strategic marketing consulting arm. Now based in Canberra, where it is at the epicentre of Australian government and policy, the group has developed a well-earned reputation for its expertise in growing the businesses of Australian tech companies, and in particular, deep-technology firms, while championing the broader industry and ecosystem. However, McLeod does not pretend this evolution has been part of a grand masterplan. Rather, she says the business has really evolved around her changing fa