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Club FM rewrites on-air history with ‘VOX Office’
Mumbai: Club FM, Kerala continues to raise the standard with its programming, and this Onam 2024 was no different. In a new and unique move, Club FM introduced ‘VOX Office’, a radio show that brought classic Malayalam cinema to the airwaves, engaging listeners across the state. As part of the Onam celebrations, Club FM re-released films like Manichitrathazhu, In Harihar Nagar, and Kilukkam—edited specifically for radio—to offer a nostalgic yet updated experience. By acquiring one-time audio rights from the movie producers, Club FM adjusted these classics for today’s audience, marking a first for any radio station in Kerala.
‘VOX Office’ taps into the trend of classic film re-releases, but with a radio twist, catering to Kerala’s cinema-loving audience. This show formed the core of Club FM’s Onam programming, merging past and present, and creating a listening experience that engaged audiences.
Beyond ‘VOX Office,’ Club FM delivered a full range of Onam programming for its listeners. Programs like ‘Kalakkan Onam’ (7 AM to 11 AM), featuring pairs like Siju Sunny and Saafboi, Chef Pillai and Pepe, and Omar Lulu and Rehman, offered conversations and entertainment that added to the festive mood. The ‘KL Heroes’ show (11 AM to 2 PM) showcased local figures like Iswar Malpe, KL Bro, and Femina Basheer, recognizing their roles in Kerala’s society.
The day ended with ‘Powli Talks’ (6 PM to 10 PM), where political figures Hibi Eden, Mohammed Riyaz, and Shailaja Teacher discussed Kerala’s political landscape, giving listeners insights into current events. These shows not only engaged listeners on-air but also reached out through Club FM’s social media platforms, ensuring wider engagement.
With over 1000 clients involved for this Onam 2024, Club FM once again showed its ability to deliver meaningful content that resonated with both listeners and advertisers. The station’s approach to programming ensured wide audience interaction, making this Onam celebration notable.
As the final days on 13, 14, and 15 September approaches, Club FM invites everyone to tune in and experience the conclusion of this journey. Promo videos highlight the essence of these final days. This Onam, Club FM has shifted the radio entertainment landscape, thanks to the ongoing support of listeners and advertisers.
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Netflix cuts jobs in product division amid restructuring
Layoffs hit creative studio unit as leadership and strategy shifts unfold.
MUMBAI: The streaming wars may be fought on screen, but the latest plot twist is unfolding behind the scenes. Netflix has reportedly begun laying off several dozen employees from its product division as part of an internal reorganisation, according to a report by Variety. The cuts are believed to have primarily affected the company’s creative studio unit, which works on marketing assets such as in app trailers, promotional visuals and live experience content for the streaming platform.
The company has not disclosed the exact number of employees impacted.
According to the report, the layoffs were not tied to employee performance. Instead, the restructuring eliminated certain roles while other employees were reassigned to different teams within the organisation.
The roles affected are understood to include designers, producers and creative specialists responsible for marketing and brand experience initiatives.
The job cuts come as Netflix adjusts its leadership structure and reshapes its product and creative teams. Last month, Elizabeth Stone was promoted from chief technology officer to chief product and technology officer, giving her oversight of product, engineering and data operations across the company.
Earlier, in December 2025, Netflix also appointed Martin Rose as head of creative for global brand and partnerships, a move seen as part of a broader restructuring of the company’s brand and product functions.
Despite the layoffs, Netflix remains one of the largest employers in the streaming sector. The company is estimated to employ around 16,000 people globally, with roughly 70 percent of its workforce based in the United States and Canada. In 2023, the company reported approximately 13,000 employees, indicating that its headcount had grown significantly before the latest restructuring.
The workforce changes arrive at a time when Netflix is navigating a shifting financial and strategic landscape in the global entertainment industry.
The streaming giant recently secured $2.8 billion in additional cash after receiving a breakup fee from Paramount Skydance following its withdrawal from a deal involving Warner Bros. Discovery.
Speaking to Bloomberg, Netflix co chief executive Ted Sarandos explained that the company had evaluated multiple scenarios during the negotiations but chose not to match the competing offer once it learned that a higher bid had been submitted.
Netflix had capped its offer at $27.75 per share and ultimately stepped back rather than pursue Paramount’s $111 billion acquisition deal, which included a personal guarantee.
Sarandos also cautioned that the financing structure behind the Paramount Skydance transaction could have ripple effects across the entertainment industry.
According to him, the debt heavy deal could trigger significant cost cutting, with David Ellison, chief executive of Paramount Skydance, expected to eliminate about $16 billion in costs and potentially cut thousands of jobs as part of the integration process.
For Netflix, the current restructuring appears to be part of a broader attempt to streamline operations while continuing to invest in product, technology and global content even as the streaming industry enters a new phase of consolidation and financial discipline.
