Paramount Global has renewed its U.S. rights deal for UEFA soccer , agreeing to pay $1.5 billion for a six-year extension through 2030. When it was known as ViacomCBS, the company emerged as the surprise winner of a previous auction for UEFA rights, securing a deal through 2024. The matches proved a popular draw on CBS All Access, which was expanded and rebranded as Paramount+ in 2021. Select games have also aired on Paramount networks, including CBS and CBS Sports Network. The new deal, which runs through 2030 and also includes Europa League and the Europa Conference League, is a significant step up, the latest sports rights deal to spike due to surging demand. According to a person familiar with the terms, its annual value rises to $250 million from the current level of $100 million. Amazon was among the other companies reportedly pursuing UEFA. “UEFA has been a key driver for Paramount+ since our launch and we are thrilled to extend this successful partnership … [Read more...] about Paramount Locks Up UEFA Soccer Through 2030 In U.S. With 6-Year, $1.5B Extension
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Discovery+ Launches CNN Originals Hub
The CNN Originals hub debuted on Discovery+ on Friday, as the new home for the news channel’s streaming library following the abrupt closure of CNN+. The hub was announced earlier this month, and features over 800 episodes of content from CNN Original Series, CNN Films, and HLN Original Series. Additional content will be added after their linear run on the CNN cable networks. Some of the original content that appeared on CNN+ has popped up elsewhere. The documentary The Last Movie Stars , about Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, debuted this summer on HBO Max. Chris Wallace’s talk show, one of the marquee offerings, will return in September on CNN on Sunday nights and on HBO Max. Among the original library titles offered on the new hub are 1968: The Year That Changed America, American Dynasties: The Kennedys , American Style, Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (Seasons 1-12), The Bush Years: Family, Duty, Power , Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta, … [Read more...] about Discovery+ Launches CNN Originals Hub
Cineworld Preparing To File For Bankruptcy
Cineworld , the globe’s second-largest exhibitor and owner of Regal Cinemas, is preparing to file for bankruptcy within weeks, according to reports in The Wall Street Journal. The London-based company has engaged lawyers from Kirkland & Ellis LLP and consultants from AlixPartners to advise on the bankruptcy process, the publication reported. Cineworld, which operates 751 sites in 10 countries including the boutique Picturehouse chain in the UK, is expected to file a Chapter 11 petition in the United States and is considering filing for insolvency in the UK, the report said. Cineworld’s share price has been collapsing over recent days, falling from nearly £21 on Wednesday to £3.50 just minutes ago. The company did not immediately respond to Deadline’s request for comment. The news comes days after the company said it was in “active discussions with various stakeholders and is evaluating various strategic options to both obtain additional liquidity and potentially … [Read more...] about Cineworld Preparing To File For Bankruptcy
Indian 2 Shooting To Resume Soon? Kamal Haasan’s Birthday Wish for Shankar hints so
Director Shankar recently celebrated his birthday on August 17, and Kamal Hassan had tweeted (in Tamil) to wish him for the same. In the tweet he had told Shankar to take pride in being an Indian, and together they'll achieve bigger milestones, to which Shankar responded in agreement. Kamal's tweet (Translation): Let's take pride in being Indian; Let's accomplish more achievements together! Birthday wishes to the director who made the whole nation turn its heads with his grand films. Shankar's tweet (Translation): Definitely "Indian". Your wishes made my birthday a special day. Many thanks Kamal Sir! This has got fans excited about when the shooting of Indian 2 will resume. The shoot had been halted after an incident on the set, and there was a gap. Shankar had gone on to start work on his project with Ram Charan, #RC15. During the release of Kamal's Vikram, Kamal and Udhayanidhi Stalin had talked about Indian 2 . Udhay had gotten aboard the … [Read more...] about Indian 2 Shooting To Resume Soon? Kamal Haasan’s Birthday Wish for Shankar hints so
Sriti Jha On If She Feels Khatron Ke Khiladi Will Change The Way Audience View Her
From Dhoom Machaao Dhoom to Kumkum Bhagya , Sriti Jha has come a long way! The actress surprised everyone by participating in Khatron Ke Khiladi 12 . Although she said that she doesn't know how much doing a reality show will help her career but she is hoping that it will contribute to some sort of personal growth. Recently, Sriti said that she enjoys acting in fiction shows. She feels comfortable playing different characters on-screen than being myself on camera. When asked if she feels KKK will change the way audiences view her, she was quoted by Times Of India as saying, "I understand that the audience has a certain kind of perception about me due to the characters I have played over a period of time. But I can't control what the audience will think about me and if it will break the existing image, they have of me. After this show is over, I will be back to doing another fiction show portraying another character. I am more comfortable playing characters on … [Read more...] about Sriti Jha On If She Feels Khatron Ke Khiladi Will Change The Way Audience View Her
Here’s Why Angad Hasija Quit Dharm Yoddha Garud
TV actor Angad Hasija recently shocked everyone by quitting Dharm Yoddha Garud last month. In an interview with ETimes TV, Angad revealed the exact reason behind him quitting the show. Angad Hasija said, "I accepted the offer because I got an opportunity to explore the mythological genre for the first time. However, I eventually realised that I am not cut out for it. I have immense respect for those who have been playing mythological characters for years. The genre is quite demanding and challenging. It takes a lot of time to get ready and shoot in scorching heat wearing heavy costumes and jewellery can be exhausting. Though I enjoyed my time on the set of Garud and learnt a lot, after a while I was not comfortable doing it. I have to be honest about it. An actor's job is never easy but if you don't enjoy what you are doing then it makes no sense to drag yourself to do it every day." After quitting Dharm Yoddha Garud , Angad Hasija has taken up Rang Jaun … [Read more...] about Here’s Why Angad Hasija Quit Dharm Yoddha Garud
SSMB 28 Release Date Announced; Another Pokiri For Mahesh Babu On The Cards?
The much awaited update on upcoming Mahesh Babu and Pooja Hegde starrer has arrived. The film with the working title SSMB 28 is being directed by Trivikram, and Thaman will be composing the music. The project is being produced by Naga Vamsi, under the banner Haarika and Hassine Creations. This is the third time the superstar has joined hands with Trivikram Srinivas, following Athadu and Khaleja . The combo is expected to recreate their magic yet another time. This is the second outing for the Mahesh and Pooja combination, following Maharshi . The project is piling up on expectations and hype already. The 28th film of Superstar Mahesh Babu is scheduled for release on the 28th of April, 2023. Interestingly, SSMB 28 shares its release date with Pokiri . Pokiri released in 2006 and it was produced on a budget of about Rs 10 Crore. It made almost six times its budget at the box office, and went on to become a massive blockbuster. Looking at the film's … [Read more...] about SSMB 28 Release Date Announced; Another Pokiri For Mahesh Babu On The Cards?
Raju Srivastava’s Wife Says Rumours About His Health Are Disturbing; Daughter Adds Doctors Treating Him Well
Raju Srivastava has been in the intensive care unit of Delhi's AIIMS for the past nine days following a heart attack. Several reports have been doing the rounds regarding his health. Recently, it was said that his condition had become critical and specialist Dr Padma Srivastava had flown to Delhi for his treatment. Some reports stated that his brain has stopped functioning. Raju Shrivastav Health Update: पत्नी Shikha की गुजारिश- अफवाह ना फैलाएं, वो लड़ाई जीतकर लौटेंगे However, his wife Shikha Srivastava said that the comedian is stable and added that rumours on his health are disturbing. She was quoted by ETimes TV as saying, "Raju ji's health is stable and doctors are doing their job very diligently and the entire management is working day and night to make sure that Raju ji gets well soon. We have full faith in them and Raju ji is a fighter and he is going to win this battle. He will fight it out and will come back to entertain you all, this is my … [Read more...] about Raju Srivastava’s Wife Says Rumours About His Health Are Disturbing; Daughter Adds Doctors Treating Him Well
Highway Movie Review: Anand Deverakonda-KV Guhan’s Latest Is A Missable Age-Old Serial-Killer Drama!
Rating: 2.0 /5 Star Cast: Anand Deverakonda, Manasa Radhakrishnan, Saiyami Kher, Satya, Abhishek Banerjee, John Vijay Director: KV Guhan KV Guhan, who directed actor Kalyan Ram in a thriller titled 118 , has come up with another serial killer movie with Anand Deverakonda, Highway. The movie had a direct OTT release on Aha. Story: The story of the film is a routine run-of-the-mill thriller packed with the age-old tropes of a blood-thirsty serial killer who draws pleasure out of torturing young female victims and eventually killing them. The damsel in distress is rescued by the hero whose only aim is to save her; an anxious cop who is almost on the verge of captivating the killer but dies at his hands. Vishnu, a photographer from Visakhapatnam sets out with his friend Satya to Bengaluru for a pre-wedding shoot. In a small village in Amalapuram, Tulasi, a woman hits the road to meet his father in Mangalore, following a sexual assault … [Read more...] about Highway Movie Review: Anand Deverakonda-KV Guhan’s Latest Is A Missable Age-Old Serial-Killer Drama!
The Most Comfortable Loafers On The Market
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