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• Jadoo TV Shutdown: Why the South Asian streaming platform closed after a $25M piracy judgment

  Jadoo TV, once one of the most prominent providers of pirated South Asian content to global audiences, has permanently ceased operations worldwide. Its downfall follows a December 2024 court ruling that issued a final judgment of $24,969,911 and a permanent injunction against both Jadoo TV and its US-based CEO, Sajid Sohail. In addition to the ... Read more The post Jadoo TV Shutdown: Why the South Asian streaming platform closed after a $25M piracy judgment appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• PTC Punjabi announces major TV premieres including ‘Phaphey Kuttniyan’ & ‘Raavi De Kande’

  PTC Punjabi has expanded its movie library with a fresh slate of new Punjabi films, enhancing the channel’s entertainment offering for viewers. Beginning this March, audiences will be able to enjoy a new lineup of Punjabi films, including several premiers. The collection features a mix of fresh stories and popular commercial releases, bringing a wide ... Read more The post PTC Punjabi announces major TV premieres including ‘Phaphey Kuttniyan’ & ‘Raavi De Kande’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• ZEE Cinema UK prepares for big TV premiere of ‘Kantara – A Legend Chapter 1’

  ZEE Cinema UK is set to premiere the South Indian blockbuster ‘Kantara – A Legend Chapter 1’ this weekend. The film serves as a prequel to the widely acclaimed Kantara and explores the origins of the legend that shaped the narrative of the original story. Set against the backdrop of coastal Karnataka, it delves into ... Read more The post ZEE Cinema UK prepares for big TV premiere of ‘Kantara – A Legend Chapter 1’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Will ‘The 50’ perform as strongly as ‘Bigg Boss’ did for Colors

  As Colors prepares to launch ‘The 50’, the question hanging over the channel is whether its newest reality format can match — or even come close to — the cultural force that ‘Bigg Boss’ has become. For nearly two decades, ‘Bigg Boss’ has dominated primetime, shaped pop‑culture conversations and produced some of Indian television’s most ... Read more The post Will ‘The 50’ perform as strongly as ‘Bigg Boss’ did for Colors appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Palki Sharma quits Managing Editor position at Firstpost

  Palki Sharma has resigned from her position as Managing Editor of Firstpost, marking a significant move within India’s digital news landscape. According to information learned by Exchange4Media from industry sources, Sharma is expected to launch her own independent venture following her departure. Before joining Network18, Sharma had a contentious exit from ZEE Media, where she ... Read more The post Palki Sharma quits Managing Editor position at Firstpost appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Google issues cease-and-desist letter to BARB over YouTube viewing figures

  Google has issued cease‑and‑desist notices to BARB and its research partner Kantar Media, prompting both organisations to halt their recently introduced measurement of YouTube viewing on television sets. BARB announced last year that it would begin reporting viewing figures for YouTube on connected TVs, describing the initiative as a first of its kind. The audience ... Read more The post Google issues cease-and-desist letter to BARB over YouTube viewing figures appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• ‘Ardaas: Sarbat De Bhale Di’ streams on Chaupal

  ‘Ardaas: Sarbat De Bhale Di’, the third film in the ‘Ardaas’ series has been released on streaming platform Chaupal. First released in cinemas in September 2024, the film’s online arrival offers viewers another opportunity to watch it, including those who were unable to see it during its theatrical run. The film brings together an ensemble ... Read more The post ‘Ardaas: Sarbat De Bhale Di’ streams on Chaupal appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Box Office: ‘Mardaani 3’ opens up on a decent note

  Yash Raj Films’ ‘Mardaani 3’, starring Rani Mukerji, has opened to a steady start at the Indian box office. The film is expected to gain momentum over the weekend, buoyed by positive word of mouth and the strength of the established franchise. Its performance, however, will be tested by the continued dominance of ‘Border 2’, ... Read more The post Box Office: ‘Mardaani 3’ opens up on a decent note appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• In Video: Teaser of ‘The Kerala Story 2’

  The official teaser of ‘The Kerala Story 2’ has been released. The film produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, is a follow-up to the 2023 controversial film. It releases at cinemas on 27th February 2026. The post In Video: Teaser of ‘The Kerala Story 2’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• ZEE announces launch of ‘Dilfluencer Moments’ – A new media format for marketers

  ‘Z’ has announced the launch of ‘Dilfluencer Moments’, a new media format aimed at helping brands navigate multi‑screen consumption and achieve stronger creative impact across platforms. The initiative is built around character‑led, moment‑driven storytelling, using familiar television personalities from ‘Z’s Hindi and Marathi shows to integrate brands into narratives that audiences already recognise and engage ... Read more The post ZEE announces launch of ‘Dilfluencer Moments’ – A new media format for marketers appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.