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  1. Banijay Asia brings NBCUniversal’s ‘Monk’ to India on Disney+ Hotstar

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    Banijay Asia, part of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, and Disney+ Hotstar announces the Indian adaptation of NBCUniversal’s iconic detective series Monk.

    The adaptation will revolve around Adrian Monk, a detective with obsessive-compulsive disorder and his assistants Sharona Fleming and Natalie Teeger. Monk works with the San Francisco Police Department in solving unconventional cases while investigating his wife’s unsolved murder. The plot also explores the main characters’ personal lives and struggles.

    The Indian adaptation of the series is already in production and will stream exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar and Hulu. This marks the first Asian adaptation of the format and the second worldwide, following the Turkish version. Monk original aired on USA Network in the United States and is licensed globally by NBCUniversal Formats, which is part of Universal International Studios, a division of Universal Studio Group.

    Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO, Banijay Asia & Endemol Shine India, said “We are incredibly excited to partner with NBCUniversal Formats to adapt Monk for the Indian audiences. The original series has set a new benchmark for character-driven mysteries, and we believe our adaptation will resonate similarly. With a stellar cast in place, we are confident about doing justice to the iconic characters. The production has been progressing seamlessly, and we look forward to showcasing this exciting project on Disney+ Hotstar, thus taking our long and fruitful association one step ahead, as we continue to bring high-quality and engaging content to Indian audiences together.”

    Sumanta Bose, Business Head HSM and Content Head Disney+ Hotstar (Hindi), shared his excitement about the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to partner with Banijay Asia and NBCUniversal Formats to bring this award-winning series to the Indian audience. Monk is an exciting fit for our platform, with its captivating mix of humor, mystery, and emotional depth. We have attempted to make this adaptation feel rooted and Indian, and thus uniquely fresh for our audiences including those who may have seen the original.” 

    Ana Langenberg, SVP Format Sales & Production, NBCUniversal Formats added, “It’s wonderful to see Monk finding a home with Indian audiences. The show’s charm has connected with viewers around the world, and with trusted partners like Banijay Asia & Disney+ Hotstar, we know this adaptation will capture the heart of the original while embracing a new cultural backdrop. We’re eager to see this beloved series brought to life in India.

    Produced by Banijay Asia, the series promises to deliver a compelling adaptation, seamlessly blending the gripping nature of a detective thriller with emotionally rich and relatable character dynamics. Monk is poised to be another standout hit, following in the footsteps of Banijay Asia’s previous successful adaptations like The TrialPyaar, Kanoon, Dhokha (The Good Wife) and The Night Manager on Disney+ Hotstar.

  2. Alone Together Finds Love In Switzerland With First International Adaptation

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces B&B Endemol Shine, part of Banijay Germany, will adapt dating experiment format, Alone Together for Swiss broadcaster SRF. The commission marks the first international adaptation of the hit-Danish title.

    Originally created by Metronome, Alone Together launched in 2020 with three successful seasons airing on TV2’s streaming platform. It swiftly became the highest-rated show on the platform, with the second season doubling its viewership. The series offers an authentic, slow-paced dating experience for singles seeking long-term relationships. Amid the challenges of online dating, this experiment offers a unique opportunity for contestants to genuinely connect through shared activities designed to foster communication and trust. Guided by psychologists, couples will spend time on a remote island, free from the distractions of everyday life, to see if they can form real connections and possibly pursue lasting relationships.

    Tommy Sturzenegger, Managing Director, B&B Endemol Shine comments: “Our mission is to entertain and bring stories of human connection to the forefront. The show’s unique approach to dating resonates with today’s audiences who crave genuine connections, an in stripping away the distractions of modern life, participants have a real chance to form meaningful relationships and find true love.”

    Tina Christensen, Managing Director, Metronome adds:Alone Together stands out from other dating shows by focusing on authenticity and depth. It’s not about flashy dates or quick decisions; it’s about developing a genuine bond over time. Watching participants grow and connect in a meaningful way has been incredibly rewarding, and I look forward to seeing how the Swiss audience embraces this series.”

    B&B Endemol Shine, part of Banijay Germany, focuses on entertainment, documentaries, and reality formats. Popular titles include MasterChef, Family Food Fight, Songmates and 1 Against 100.

    Banijay Entertainment boasts a globally renowned catalogue which includes superbrands like MasterChef, Big Brother and Survivor, and hit travellers like The Summit, Good Luck Guys, and Love Triangle. These titles are complemented by highly-anticipated streamer launches such as Bear Hunt and Building the Band (w/t) for Netflix, and Last One Laughing UK for Prime Video. The company will exhibit at C.20 at MIPCOM 2024.

  3. The London TV Screenings Unveils Initial Line-Up of 36 Distributors for Expanded 2025 Event

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    The London TV Screenings today announces that 36 distributors will take part in its expanded 2025 schedule from Sunday 23 February to Friday 28 February, 2025.

    The number of contributing distributors is already significantly up on London TV Screenings 2024 and follows recent news that next year’s edition of the UK’s premier annual distribution event will be extended by an extra day.

    The four founding distributors All3Media International, Banijay Entertainment, Fremantle and ITV Studios, will all hold events in London throughout the week, and in 2025 will be joined by Amazon MGM Studios Distribution, Autentic GmbH, Mediawan Rights, PBS International and TGC Global Entertainment, who will all participate in the London TV Screenings for the first time.

    These new additions join a line-up comprising: About Premium Content, Beta Film, Blue Ant Media, BossaNova Media, Cineflix Rights, DCD Rights, Disney, Dogwoof, Eccho Rights, Federation Studios, Fifth Season, Fox Entertainment Global, Hat Trick International, Keshet International, Lionsgate, NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution, Newen Connect, Off the Fence, Paramount Global Content Distribution, Passion Distribution, Seven.One Studios International, Sony Pictures Television, Sphere Abacus, STUDIOCANAL, TVF International, Viaplay Content Distribution and Warner Bros. International Television Production.

    A London TV Screenings spokesperson said: “The London TV Screenings 2025 is already set to be the largest edition in its five-year history, and we continue to welcome new participants to its ever-growing roster. A ‘must-attend’ in the TV industry calendar, it’s testament to Screenings’ success that even more distributors are now working collaboratively to ensure global buyers get the best access to new premium content at this free-to-attend event.”

    The fifth annual Screenings will again see the group of leading distributors work together to offer expertly-curated sessions, exclusive first-looks and “deep dives” into some of the most hotly-anticipated formats, scripted and non-scripted content – as well as the chance to connect with world-class on and off-screen talent.

    The 2024 Screenings enjoyed a 50% uplift in buyer attendance, some 750+ in total, as well as attracting 29 participating distributors/studios, an increase on the previous year. As previously announced, the 2025 edition will be kick started by European producer and distributor STUDIOCANAL, with an early Sunday evening showcase at the Ham Yard Hotel.

    Among the founders, who curate this collaborative event, Banijay Entertainment will be at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly on Wednesday 26th February with scripted and non-scripted in the morning followed by formats in the afternoon.  The subsequent three distributor events will run at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square – ITV Studios Festivals throughout the day on Wednesday 26th February (Formats, Non-Scripted, Drama Festivals), All3Media International on Thursday afternoon, 27th February, and Fremantle (Scripted, Non-Scripted and Formats) on Friday morning, 28th February.  Other distributor events running through the week will be announced independently.

  4. The London TV Screenings Expands 2025 Edition

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    The London TV Screenings today announces an expanded 2025 edition, with the UK’s premier annual distribution event set to run Sunday February 23, to Friday February 28, 2025.

    Kicking off The London TV Screenings 2025 is European producer and distributor STUDIOCANAL, with an early Sunday evening showcase at the Ham Yard Hotel. The week will close on Friday afternoon with events held by the four founding distributors, All3Media International, Banijay Entertainment, Fremantle and ITV Studios throughout. All events will span locations across Leicester Square, Soho and Covent Garden.

    Along with the four founding distributors, the fifth annual London TV Screenings will see 30+ other companies, collaborate to run free-to-attend, independent events that are expertly curated to give the best experience to buyers worldwide. Attendees will have the opportunity to get exclusive first-looks and ‘deep dives’ into some of the most eagerly-awaited scripted and non-scripted content, including formats, as well as the chance to connect with world-class on- and off-screen talent.

    The details of the founding companies’ events are announced today for the first time. Banijay Entertainment will be at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly on Wednesday 26th February with scripted and non-scripted in the morning followed by formats in the afternoon.  The subsequent three distributor events will run at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square – ITV Studios Festivals throughout the day on Wednesday 26th February (Formats, Non-Scripted, Drama Festivals), All3Media International on Thursday afternoon, 27th February, and Fremantle (Scripted, Non-Scripted and Formats) on Friday morning, 28th February.

    A London TV Screenings spokesperson said: “The London TV Screenings has firmly cemented itself as the leading distribution event in the UK, with last year’s edition seeing a surge in attendance across the capital. To ensure nothing is missed, and to accommodate an ever-expanding schedule, we’re delighted to begin the 2025 Screenings a day earlier, meaning we continue to deliver a high-quality, unmissable and free-to-attend event to the international content community.”

    The 2024 Screenings enjoyed a 50% uplift in buyer attendance, some 750+ in total, as well as attracting 29 participating distributors/studios, an increase on the previous year.

    The full line-up for London TV Screenings 2025 will be announced in the coming weeks