The BBC ’s savings target has rocketed by 40% to £400M ($493M) and the corporation is responding by cutting 1,000 hours worth of shows per year. Issued in the past few minutes, the BBC’s Annual Plan said there will be an “acceleration” of savings plans due to the freezing of the license fee, which should end next year, and the “economic environment.” The BBC revealed it is therefore projecting a deficit of £352M, up from this year’s £271M. Alongside its move to reinvest £300M into online and digital, which was announced last May , the corporation is therefore upping its savings target from £285M to £400M by 2027/28. Painful decisions are to come, including an annual reduction of 1,000 hours in commissions “across the portfolio,” said the Annual Plan, which is delivered around Easter each year with a focus on the BBC’s priorities for the coming financial year. Since taking on the role, Director General Tim Davie has spoken of the need to take a ‘fewer, bigger better’ … [Read more...] about BBC Savings Target Rockets By 40% To $500M With 1,000 Hours Per Year Set To Be Cut
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Vicky Kaushal Says Shehnaaz Gill Wants To Do A Rom-Com With Him: ‘Romantic Ganne Ho Toh…’
Punjabi actress and singer Shehnaaz Gill has, in a short time span, emerged as a winner after her stint with Bigg Boss 13 . She rose to prominence after forming a romantic relationship with Bigg Boss co-contestant Sidharth Shukla. The actress went through life's most painful tragedies after losing Sidharth to a heart attack. However, nothing could stop her. She spent months on herself, groomed herself, and lost oodles of weight, and now she is gearing up for her Bollywood debut. The 28-year-old actress has launched her own celebrity chat show, Desi Vibes With Shehnaaz Gill, where several celebs, such as Rajkummar Rao, Ayushmann Khurrana, and Vicky Kaushal, have made their appearances. Vicky Kaushal recently appeared on Shahnaaz's show, where he was seen being candid about his personal life and discussing his latest film, Govinda Naam Mera. The snippets and photos of Shahnaaz and Vicky went viral on the Internet. And now, while speaking candidly with a YouTube … [Read more...] about Vicky Kaushal Says Shehnaaz Gill Wants To Do A Rom-Com With Him: ‘Romantic Ganne Ho Toh…’
LATEST TRP Ratings: Anupamaa, Ghum Hai Drop, Naagin 6, Junooniyatt Increase In Week 12- List Of Top 10 Shows
BARC TRP Ratings for week 12 of 2023 have been finally released. It's a bright new Thursday and we are back with yet another exciting edition of TRP Report. From the highlights in week 12 to the list of top ten shows, here's all you need to know about the latest TRP masala chart. Wondering which show topped the list? Did Bekaboo open well? Grab a bowl of popcorn and start the reading session. TRP Week 12 Highlights Anupamaa continued to dominate the ratings chart while Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Mein and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai also performed well in the latest week. However, the top three shows witnessed a slight decrease in viewership. Interestingly, Junooniyatt, DharamPatnii and Naagin 6 have managed to increase their numbers in week 12, courtesy of the drama-packed episodes. Although the rise is marginal, the shows have been able to create buzz on TV and social media. Teri Meri Doriyaann beat Udaariyaan, emerging as the slot leader at 7pm. It seems the swapping track … [Read more...] about LATEST TRP Ratings: Anupamaa, Ghum Hai Drop, Naagin 6, Junooniyatt Increase In Week 12- List Of Top 10 Shows
Fulwell 73 Launches First UK Indie With ‘Blowing LA’ EP Sheldon Lazarus & Reveals Plan To Open Numerous Labels
EXCLUSIVE: The Late Late Show with James Corden maker Fulwell 73 has launched its first UK label, a factual production outfit with Blowing LA EP Sheldon Lazarus . The pair have combined on Bitachon365 , which will focus on a range of factual shows including true crime, contemporary documentaries and reality TV. The move marks the opening of Fulwell’s debut UK production label. Leo Pearlman, the outfit’s Co-founder and Managing Partner, said it is “the first in a number of labels we intend to launch with creators and storytellers whose visions we are excited to support and amplify.” “Fulwell 73 was founded on a reputation for noisy, ‘must-see’ TV shows and that’s why we’re thrilled to add a master storyteller to our stable through Sheldon with this new label,” added Pearlman. Fulwell previously had a first-look deal with Lazarus’ former company Bitachon360, with the pair combining on the likes of Paramount+’s Blowing LA, Netflix’s D.B. Cooper: Where … [Read more...] about Fulwell 73 Launches First UK Indie With ‘Blowing LA’ EP Sheldon Lazarus & Reveals Plan To Open Numerous Labels
Major League Baseball Season Opens With New National Anthem: Oh Say, Can You Stream?
The 2023 Major League Baseball season opens Thursday, boasting a new official advertising slogan: “Baseball is Something Else.” In terms of media presence, that phrase definitely rings true. This season, a sport known for its decades of history on radio and TV will see direct-to-consumer streaming become an even bigger conduit to fans. Amazon Prime Video , Apple TV+ and Peacock are back with exclusive game packages and regional sports networks like YES, NESN and Bally Sports have all gone “over the top” with pricey new subscription offerings. ESPN+ will also stream games almost daily, though on a non-exclusive basis as online mirrors of regional telecasts. Fox Sports, another media partner of MLB , streams via its Fox Now app, which requires a pay-TV subscription. This week’s runup to Opening Day has seen a couple of significant announcements, with Prime Video announcing a new batch of 20 games, mostly on Wednesdays. The tech giant is already a partner in the YES … [Read more...] about Major League Baseball Season Opens With New National Anthem: Oh Say, Can You Stream?
Documentary On Carl Sagan, Brilliant Astronomer And ‘Cosmos’ Author, In The Works From National Geographic & Seth MacFarlane
EXCLUSIVE: Legendary astronomer and astrophysicist Carl Sagan , who expanded scientific understanding of the universe and helped millions appreciate the wonders of the cosmos, will be the subject of an upcoming documentary feature from National Geographic Documentary Films . The Untitled Carl Sagan Film will be produced by Fuzzy Door ’s Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins, Emmy and Peabody winner Ann Druyan – Sagan’s life partner – and Academy Award nominee Nanette Burstein , with Burstein directing. Also producing is production company Hungry Man . Sagan’s contributions to planetary science were equaled only by his capacity to spread an infectious joy of the marvel and immensity of space. His 1980 book Cosmos became the best-selling science book ever published in English, and he appeared frequently on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson (amusing the host and the viewing public with his emphasis on “billions and billions” of stars in reference to the quantity … [Read more...] about Documentary On Carl Sagan, Brilliant Astronomer And ‘Cosmos’ Author, In The Works From National Geographic & Seth MacFarlane
‘The Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ Season 15 Trailer Drops With Kandi Burruss Blasting Marlo Hampton & OG Peaches Returning
The peaches are back with The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 15 premiering on Sunday, May 7 at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo . Kandi Burruss, Kenya Moore, Shereé Whitfield, Drew Sidora, Marlo Hampton and Sanya Richards-Ross all return for the new season with the addition of friends Monyetta Shaw-Carter and Courtney Rhodes joining the cast. The explosive trailer for the new season of RHOA shows Burruss snapping at fellow co-star Hampton. “The only reason why I’m crying right now is because I can’t choke your a** bit*h,” Burruss tells Hampton. Hampton not only has issues with Burruss but in the preview, she reveals that she had previously hooked up with the man her co-star Moore is seeing now. Another storyline that created headlines ahead of the Season 15 premiere was Sidora filing for divorce from her husband. The trailer shows the couple continuing to go to therapy to work things out. However, the preview ends with Sidora sitting down for a confessional to talk about … [Read more...] about ‘The Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ Season 15 Trailer Drops With Kandi Burruss Blasting Marlo Hampton & OG Peaches Returning
LATEST TRP RATINGS: Anupamaa, Ghum Hai & Yeh Rishta Dominate, Naagin 6 Suffers Massive Fall- Top 10 Shows List
TRP this week: BARC TRP Ratings for week 10 of 2023 have been finally released. Thursday (March 16) didn't bring cheer for a lot of shows as they suffered a drop in numbers. While Anupamaa and Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin continued to dominate the TRP charts, shows likes Naagin 6, Tere Ishq Mein Ghayal suffered a massive fall in the current week. STAR PLUS, COLORS & OTHER CHANNELS RANKING While Star Plus raced ahead in the TRP race, Colors channel witnessed another huge drop in the viewership. The Viacom 18-owned GEC saw a decrease in the ratings of shows like Naagin 6, Dharam Patnii, Udaariyaan and Molkki 2. The channel has been suffering ever since Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 16 went off air after a blockbuster grand finale, which was won by MC Stan. Wondering which shows featured in the list of top ten shows? Grab a bowl of popcorn and start the reading session right here. TOP 10 SHOWS WEEK 10, 2023 While Anupamaa topped the TRP charts, Ghum Hai Kisikey … [Read more...] about LATEST TRP RATINGS: Anupamaa, Ghum Hai & Yeh Rishta Dominate, Naagin 6 Suffers Massive Fall- Top 10 Shows List
Anupamaa Update: Who’s The Mystery Woman In Promo? Know About New Entry In Rupali Ganguly-Gaurav Khanna’s Show
Anupamaa update: The massive twist in Rupali Ganguly and Gaurav Khanna's hit show has left the viewers shocked. Who ever thought that a couple like Anuj Kapadia and Anupamaa would separate? Things turned awry for the two lovebirds, who reunited after twenty-six long years. Their relationship failed to survive the high tide after Choti Anu left the Kapadia mansion. MaAn was considered the ideal couple as they gave serious goals to everyone; however, they have separated from each other, leaving the audience upset. Anuj Kapadia, who was always calm and composed, lost his cool at Anupamaa, blaming her for the mess in their lives. He not only lashed out at her but also threatened to leave the house, confirming their split. The 360 degree turn in his character came as a shock as fans never expected Anuj to ever leave Anupamaa after seeing her suffer at the hands of Vanraj Shah. Amid the buzz over Anupamaa and Anuj's separation, the makers have unveiled a new promo on social media. … [Read more...] about Anupamaa Update: Who’s The Mystery Woman In Promo? Know About New Entry In Rupali Ganguly-Gaurav Khanna’s Show
Peter Bart: Contrasting The Leading-Man Life From Keanu, Cruise & Harrison Ford To Sean Connery & Seminal Swashbuckler Errol Flynn
“I never set out to play the hero, but since I’m usually cast as one I want to be the best paid hero.” That’s what Sean Connery said at a moment when he was re-negotiating his James Bond deal. As a serious actor, Connery admitted he never understood what traits audiences wanted from their movie heroes and his confusion would be shared by studio mavens today. Even long-in-the-tooth leading men can find a second wind. Keanu Reeves is drawing record box office in John Wick: Chapter 4 , cast as a laconic virtuoso of death who emerges from retirement because his dog got killed. Tom Cruise doesn’t kill anyone on screen in Top Gun: Maverick , but his actions in keeping that movie from a streaming bow helped put the theatrical business back on track. Meanwhile, Harrison Ford cemented his status at 80 as the dean of geriatric heroism: He’s got the James Mangold-directed Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny headed to Cannes, and up next is Thunderbolt Ross in Captain … [Read more...] about Peter Bart: Contrasting The Leading-Man Life From Keanu, Cruise & Harrison Ford To Sean Connery & Seminal Swashbuckler Errol Flynn