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Sony PIX is set to bowl over fans this april with an amazing movie line-up
MUMBAI: Sony PIX fans are in for a power packed April. From the newest season of PIX Premiere League and the legendary Harry Potter franchise on World Book Day to the Indian Television Premiere of Early Man, Sony PIX is set to hit it out of the park.
Giving the cricket fans a continued adrenaline rush, Sony PIX, known for the biggest Hollywood blockbusters and premieres, will air all-time hit movies every night at 11 pm for the post-match fun with PIX Premiere League. And with Sony PIX, everyone can be a winner as the channel is giving viewers a chance to win every day. Simply answer the question asked during the telecast of the 11pm movie and win exclusive merchandise.
April is also the day when ‘reading’ is celebrated. On World Book Day (April 23), Sony PIX will air one of the most successful books-to-reel adaptation – the Harry Potter movies! Potterheads are in for the biggest Pottermania.
To end the month with a bang, Sony PIX will premiere Early Man on April 28 for the first time in India. Starring the voices of Eddie Redmayne, Tom Hiddleston, Maisie Williams, and Timothy Spall, the animation film is a feel-good movie for audience of all ages.
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ZEE5 UK partners Narrative Entertainment to add UK channels
Six FAST channels added as platform sharpens hybrid play in Britain
LONDON: ZEE5 UK struck a first-of-its-kind deal with Narrative Entertainment, bringing mainstream UK television channels onto an Indian streaming platform as it pushes to deepen its footprint in a crowded, mature market.
The partnership adds six of Narrative’s FAST channels to the service, including Great! Movies, Great! Romance, Great! Mystery and kids brands POP, Tiny Pop and POP UP, widening ZEE5 UK’s appeal across genres and age groups.
The move reflects a clear shift in strategy. ZEE5 UK is betting on a hybrid model that blends on-demand content with curated, always-on channels to drive discovery and increase time spent on the platform.
“This partnership represents a meaningful evolution in how we serve audiences in mature markets like the UK, where viewers are defined by habits, convenience and choice rather than geography or language alone,” said Parul Goel, territory head, Europe, Zee Entertainment. “By bringing trusted mainstream UK channels together with our premium originals, movies and kids’ content, we are building a more consumer-centric platform that simplifies viewing while increasing depth and relevance.”
Fateha Begum, commercial director, Narrative Entertainment, said the tie-up would fuel growth for both sides. “Our portfolio of quality programming, with such wide and enduring appeal, is a perfect complement to ZEE5 UK. This is a strong partnership that will support growth for both parties, and we share Zee Entertainment’s vision of an increasingly partnership-led future for the industry.”
ZEE5’s global library spans over 4,000 films and more than 500 originals, with over 130 new titles added annually. The addition of Narrative’s channels strengthens its kids offering and introduces genre-led linear experiences alongside its on-demand catalogue.
The deal also gives Narrative access to ZEE5 UK’s fast-growing user base, extending reach without diluting brand identity, while reinforcing ZEE5 UK’s network of more than 40 live channels.
As streaming wars intensify, ZEE5 UK is widening its playbook, blending content, convenience and partnerships in a bid to win screen time in one of the world’s toughest markets.
