HITS arrives in its eighth country and eleventh platform in the region

Singapore/Bandar Seri Begawan, 15 June 2016 – Rewind Networks and KRISTAL Astro announced the addition of HITS HD (Ch 720) on all KRISTAL Astro’s HD packages starting from 1 July, 2016. The channel will be in HD and subtitled in Bahasa Melayu.

Mr. Avi Himatsinghani, CEO of Rewind Networks, said, “We have a great partnership with Astro and we’re excited to further build on the momentum we’ve achieved by launching on KRISTAL Astro. We’re sure that our channel is going to strike a major chord with viewers in Brunei as it has done in Malaysia.”

HITS has a clear proposition of bringing the very best TV shows. It naturally fits into KRISTAL Astro’s strong line-up of must have channel brands and shows, offers an exciting selection of greatest TV shows of all time, like Diff’rent Strokes, MacGyver, The A-Team and The Golden Girls to name a few.

HITS’ selection of multi-award winning series brings the greatest stories and famous characters to a new generation of TV viewers whilst breathing new life into iconic shows. Ratings successes in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and other markets have proven that HITS’ curation of awesome shows such as The X-Files, Grey’s Anatomy, Cheers and The Nanny resonates with viewers in the region.

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About KRISTAL Astro:

KRISTAL-ASTRO (KRISTAL-Astro Sdn Bhd) is Brunei’s only operator of multi-channel pay-television service, and is a joint venture between KRISTAL Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of DST Group (Brunei) and Malaysia’s MEASAT Broadcast Network Systems Sdn Bhd. KRISTAL-Astro provides digital Direct-To-Home (DTH) satellite television, providing over 100 channels of digital quality satellite television,radio programs and other interactive services. KRISTAL Astro launched the first High Definition (HD) broadcast in Brunei in June 2010 and there are currently 40 HD channels being offered to Brunei subscribers.

KRISTAL Astro subscribers also have access to Value Added Service (VAS) including pay-per-view movies and a wide selection of individual channels that can be added to their existing plan on ala carte basis.

About Rewind Networks

Rewind Networks Pte. Ltd., Incorporated and Headquartered in Singapore, is a Multimedia Branded Entertainment Company dedicated to providing the Best in Class content to audiences across the Asia Pacific region.

HITS is Rewind Networks’ maiden venture launched as a linear 24×7 pan-regional Pay-TV channel service that debuted in Singapore on StarHub at the end of 2013. In the following year, HITS launched in the Philippines (SKYcable), Indonesia (Indovision) and Malaysia (Astro) followed by further expansions in 2015 including Singtel in Singapore, nowTV and LeEco in Hong Kong, CTH in Thailand, CNS and dmg in Taiwan and KRISTAL Astro in Brunei. HITS distribution is now over 8 million homes and will continue to have progressive roll-outs in other South East Asia markets as well as Hong Kong and Taiwan. HITS’ award-winning line-up of shows is the result of exclusive multi-year licensing deals with some of the leading studios including Disney Media Distribution, CBS

Studios International, NBC Universal Television, Sony Pictures Television, 20th Century Fox

Television Distribution and Carsey-Werner.

HITS is broadcast as a single regional feed from Encompass Digital Asia facilities in Singapore and is available as an encrypted service on Intelsat 19. To get HITS contact your local pay tv operator.

To know more log on to www.hitstv.com.

For media-related enquiries, please contact:

Carolyn So

Manager, Marketing & Digital Media

Rewind Networks

e: Carolyn@rewindnetworks.com

t: +65 6635 3988

– Rewind Networks creates innovative performance based Marketing Partnership Program entitled “HITS Rewards U”
– Sabrina Mimouni joins the company as Manager – Revenue & Partnerships

Singapore, 6 June 2016 – Rewind Networks has embarked on a first of its kind initiative by thanking and rewarding its viewers for watching HITS. Asia’s leading e-retailer, Zalora has signed up as a launch partner for this new marketing initiative that combines HITS’ eight million household reach across Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan with the power of digital analytics. Under the newly minted “HITS Rewards U” program, HITS’ viewers receive an exclusive ZALORA discount promotion code.

“We’re excited to work with ZALORA as our premiere partner for HITS Rewards U! Never in my last 20 years in the industry have I seen a TV network thank and reward viewers for watching their channel and we’re happy to be the first to do so,” said Mr. Avi Himatsinghani, CEO of Rewind Networks. “With this new initiative, HITS fans will not only benefit from our marketing partnerships, but will be primed to look forward to them in the future. It also gives people another reason to feel good about their pay-TV subscription.”

Tito Costa, Director and Chief Marketing Officer at ZALORA added “We believe in the quality of shows aired on HITS TV which is a must for any TV partnership. Our partnership with Rewind Networks allows us to reach a wide audience and offer viewers a more compelling reason to stay tuned and watch their favorite shows on HITS TV.”

At the same time, Rewind Networks has hired Sabrina Mimouni as Manager – Revenue & Partnerships. Prior to joining Rewind, Sabrina served as Regional Distribution Manager with Euronews where she helped aggressively grow the channel’s reach across the region. Originally hailing from France, Ms. Mimouni will be based in Singapore and tasked with growing ad sales and partnerships for HITS. Sabrina will report to Avi Himatsinghani and work closely with Sandie Lee, VP & Channel Head as well as Carolyn So, Manager – Marketing & Digital Media.

The network has already established successful pan-regional marketing partnerships with leading global brands like Subaru and The Walt Disney Studios and will be growing its portfolio with innovative media solutions across categories.

Avi Himatsinghani commented, “Sabrina comes from a strong background in sales and building great business partnerships. I’m very pleased to have her on board as we embark on this next HITS chapter!”

Ms. Sabrina Mimouni remarked, “I’m excited for this new challenge and am looking forward to forging new partnerships for the company. I already watch hours of HITS every week and it’s only natural that I now work for the channel!”

About ZALORA:

ZALORA Group is Asia Pacific’s leading group of online fashion destinations. Founded in 2012, the company has a presence in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia & Brunei, the Philippines, Hong Kong and Taiwan where it operates as ZALORA and in Australia and New Zealand where it operates as THE ICONIC. ZALORA is part of Global Fashion Group, the world’s leader in online fashion for emerging markets.

ZALORA Group’s localised sites offer an extensive collection of top international and local brands and products across apparel, shoes, accessories, and beauty categories for men and women. Offering up to 100-day free returns, speedy deliveries as fast as 3 hours in some markets, free delivery over a certain spend, and multiple payment methods including cash-ondelivery, ZALORA Group is the online shopping destination with endless fashion possibilities.

About Rewind Networks

Rewind Networks Pte. Ltd., Incorporated and Headquartered in Singapore, is a Multimedia Branded Entertainment Company dedicated to providing the Best in Class content to audiences across the Asia Pacific region.
HITS is Rewind Networks’ maiden venture launched as a linear 24×7 pan-regional Pay-TV channel service that debuted in Singapore on StarHub at the end of 2013. In the following year, HITS launched in the Philippines (SKYcable), Indonesia (Indovision) and Malaysia (Astro) followed by further expansions in 2015 including Singtel in Singapore and now TV and LeEco n Hong Kong, CTH in Thailand as well as CNS and dmg in Taiwan. HITS distribution is now over 8 million homes and will continue to have progressive roll-outs in other South East Asia markets as well as Hong Kong and Taiwan. HITS’ award-winning line-up of shows is the result of exclusive multi-year licensing deals with some of the leading studios including Disney Media Distribution, CBS Studios International, NBC Universal Television, Sony Pictures Television, 20th Century Fox Television Distribution and Carsey-Werner. HIT is broadcast as a single regional feed from Encompass Digital Asia facilities in Singapore and is available as an encrypted service on Intelsat 19. To get HITS contact your local pay tv operator. To know more log on to www.hitstv.com.
For media-related enquiries, please contact:

Carolyn So

Manager, Marketing & Digital Media

Rewind Networks

e: Carolyn@rewindnetworks.com

t: +65 6635 3988

Multi-Platform World Allows Fans to Watch, Play and Collect

HONG KONG – Cartoon Network, recently named one of the most innovative media companies by Fast Company, continues to redefine content and the fan experience with the evolution of its latest franchise, Mighty Magiswords.

Debuting in 2015 on the Cartoon Network Anything micro-network as a 15-second interactive series, this comedy adventure about a brother and sister team of warriors will now be a full-length linear series launching as part of a connected content ecosystem, giving fans deeper engagement across platforms with the characters and their quest for swords.

Concurrent with the upcoming TV series production, almost 400 pieces of platform-specific original content have been custom developed, including shorts, vlogs, web and mobile games, and interactive narrative content – and all will be enhanced with proprietary technology allowing fans to participate in the world and collect their favorite swords.

“Mighty Magiswords has been an incredible journey, starting as a simple interactive digital product and organically developing into a true multi-story world,” said Chief Content Officer, Rob Sorcher. “Expect Magiswords to continue expansion in tech and content, with new ways for the audience to participate, contribute, play, watch and collect.”

Cartoon Network will begin to introduce the expanded concept to fans this summer through a series of character-driven shorts, a web game and on-air spots.

Created by Kyle A. Carrozza and produced at Cartoon Network Studios in Los Angeles, Mighty Magiswords will join Cartoon Network’s already powerful slate of hit programming including Adventure Time, The Powerpuff Girls, Teen Titans Go!, We Bare Bears, Clarence, Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball and Steven Universe.

Get a taste of the new franchise by watching a Mighty Magiswords short here: https://youtu.be/rv70ZfBgOyo and to discover interactive versions, download Cartoon Network Anything on the App Store or Google Play Store.

About Cartoon Network

Cartoon Network, the number one kids’ channel in Asia Pacific, offers the best in original animated content including the multi-award-winning global hits Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball and Adventure Time and new comedy We Bare Bears. In 2016, the network welcomes back new series of popular franchises Ben 10 and The Powerpuff Girls. Cartoon Network is available in 31 countries throughout Asia Pacific and is currently seen in more than 88 million pay-TV homes. Internationally, it is seen in 192 countries and over 370 million homes, and is an industry leader with a global offering of the best in award-winning animated entertainment for kids and families, known for putting its fans at the center of everything by applying creative thinking and innovation across multiple platforms. Cartoon Network also reaches millions more through its websites, games and apps, including Cartoon Network Watch and Play and Cartoon Network Anything.

About Turner Asia Pacific

Turner Asia Pacific creates and distributes award-winning brands throughout Asia Pacific. In the region, Turner Asia Pacific runs 63 channels in 13 languages in 37 countries, including CNN International, CNNj, CNN, HLN, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Boomerang, POGO, Toonami, World Heritage Channel, Warner TV, Oh!K, TCM Turner Classic Movies, truTV, MondoTV, TABI Channel, and HBO and WB in South Asia. It manages the business of Pay- and Free-TV-channels, as well as Internet-based services, and oversees commercial partnerships with various third-party media ventures; it teams with Warner Bros. and HBO to leverage Time Warner’s global reach. Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc. (“Turner Asia Pacific”) is a Time Warner company.

Publicity Contacts

James Moore
Director of Communications, Turner Asia Pacific
+852 3128-3720 / James.Moore@turner.com

SHANGHAI, JUNE 10, 2016 – HBO’s Emmy^® and Golden Globe winning hit series, GAME OF THRONES, took home the Magnolia Award for Best Foreign Series held this evening at the Shanghai Oriental Art Center, in conjunction with the 22^nd Shanghai TV Festival.

Present to receive the esteemed award was Jonathan Spink, CEO of HBO Asia, who said, “GAME OF THRONES is HBO’s most successful series of all time, yet it’s always humbling to witness such a massive affirmation of support for our shows. Thank you to the judges and to all our fans in China of course, for making GAME OF THRONES one of the most popular series in China. This award goes to the tireless creators and the very talented cast and crew of the series, who are simply the best in the business and to George RR Martin himself, for his incredible set of novels.” 

Based on the bestselling fantasy book series by George R.R. Martin, GAME OF THRONES chronicles an epic struggle for power in a vast and violent kingdom.

Returning series regulars on GAME OF THRONES this season include: Emmy® and Golden Globe winner Peter Dinklage (Tyrion Lannister), Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Jaime Lannister), Lena Headey (Cersei Lannister), Emilia Clarke (Daenerys Targaryen), Kit Harington (Jon Snow), Aidan Gillen (Petyr “Littlefinger” Baelish), Diana Rigg (Lady Olenna Tyrell), Sophie Turner (Sansa Stark), Maisie Williams (Arya Stark) and Jonathan Pryce (the High Sparrow).

The first and second seasons of GAME OF THRONES can be seen on TV Drama Channel from now to June 15, 2016 and on International Channel Shanghai from June 16 to 25, 2016. Or watch the series on 鼎级剧场 (ding ji ju chang), destination for HBO’s hit series and Hollywood movies, available on Tianhua Media, BesTV and Penguin TV. The series is also available on Tencent Video’s v.qq.com.

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About HBO ASIA

Singapore-based HBO Asia brings the best of Hollywood to Asia first through its exclusive licensing deals with major Hollywood and independent studios, including Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, Warner Bros. and Lionsgate. HBO Asia has proprietary and award-winning HBO and HBO Asia Original programmes produced exclusively for HBO viewers. Wholly owned by HBO (a Time Warner company), HBO Asia reaches 23 territories across Asia with six 24-hour commercial-free subscription movie channels: HBO, HBO Signature, HBO Family, HBO Hits, Cinemax and Red by HBO, internet streaming platform, HBO GO, subscription video on demand service, HBO On Demand, and in China, 鼎级剧场 (ding ji ju chang), destination for HBO’s hit series and Hollywood movies. HBO Asia is also the exclusive distributor of BabyFirst and the DreamWorks channel in the region. Log on to www.hboasia.com for more information.

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For more information, please contact HBO Asia:

Karen Lai | Communications Director | HBO Asia 

DID +65 6381 1796 | Mobile +65 9111 2655 | Fax +65 6287 2210 | www.hboasia.com