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GRB Media Ranch announces additional post MIP-TV sales of programs and format
Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch’s CEO Gary R. Benz announced license deals for several factual programs and a celebrity-based formats. The program buyers reach audiences in the U.S., U.K. Germany, Australia and Israel.
Details follow:
On the Case was licensed to Seven Network in Australia. On the Case explores intriguing, real-life murder mysteries. Through in-depth interviews, this series features those closest to the case and examines the forensic evidence that helped unravel the mystery. First-person accounts from witnesses and suspects reveal the raw emotions left behind from personal tragedies and the motives of the perpetrators. 124 hours
Magnolia’s Hope was licensed to ‘YES’ for Israel. This documentary follows a family’s actions as they initially attempt to cure their daughter from a rare, debilitating disorder. The final diagnosis is heartbreaking – Rett Syndrome, after which the family struggles to cope with the child’s special needs. Spanning eight years of her life, Magnolia’s Hope is a raw, first-hand account of the emotional struggles and experiences as the family endures the ongoing demands of their child’s condition. 1 x 60
Relative Justice season one & two were licensed to OTT Studio for the U.S.A. judge Rhonda Wills is a dynamic, captivating, and compassionate tour de force delivering justice in this arbitration-based reality court show which centers on resolving intra-family legal disputes. Wills dispenses legal advice with a nod toward rebuilding relationships to get beyond current family conflicts. Real people, real cases, real families in crisis. 303 episodes
Death Walker S2 renewal to Discovery for UK. The paranormal investigative series is hosted by series creator, Nick Groff, who theorizes and investigates the origin of some of the most notorious hauntings in America, redefining our understanding of the paranormal. 15 episodes
Format Sale: 12 Star Hotel optioned in the U.S.A. by River Rock Films. 12 Star Hotel is a reality competition where twelve celebrities take over a real hotel, working all staff positions from management to maid service to serve the public with no outside help for two weeks. Judged by hospitality, entertainment and hotelier industry pros, will the celebrities be named as the perfect hosts, or be eliminated when unable to cope with demanding clientele?
GRB Media Ranch president Sophie Ferron stated: ” GRB Media Ranch is pleased to announce the sales of its content to long-time clients and new buyers. We are expanding our Format presence and are excited that 12 Star Hotel has been optioned in the U.S. These agreements are representative of the reception we have gotten to the Company’s continued acquisition of highly watchable content. Still in the initial year of its merger, GRB Media Ranch is delighted to see the results of its efforts. At GRB Media Ranch, we’ve got stories!”
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Anime India announces Amazon MX Player as co-presenting partner for Anime India Kolkata 2026
MUMBAI: Riding high on the success of its blockbuster Mumbai debut, Anime India is accelerating its nationwide expansion with the announcement of Amazon MX Player as the co-presenting partner for Anime India Kolkata. The partnership marks a significant step forward in the festival’s mission to deliver large-scale, accessible, and fan-first anime experiences across the country.
Scheduled for 14 and 15 February 2026 at the iconic Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, Anime India Kolkata will launch the first regional chapter of what is set to be a year-long, multi-city tour. As the curtain-raiser for the 2026 circuit, the Kolkata edition aims to fuse the energy of global Japanese pop culture with India’s fast-growing community of anime, manga, and pop-culture fans.
A household name in digital entertainment, Amazon MX Player brings unmatched reach and cultural relevance to the Anime India platform. With its expanding focus on anime and youth-driven content, Amazon MX Player’s involvement as co-presenting partner reinforces Anime India’s vision of making anime culture more inclusive breaking barriers of language, geography, and accessibility to connect with fans nationwide.
Anime India Kolkata 2026 will showcase cosplay competitions, interactive zones led by the Indian Gunpla Community, India-39 Vocaloid Community, The Japan Curry, and Adda-o-Otaku by The Otaku Guild. Fans can join tournaments across fighting games, Pokémon VGC, and more. Acclaimed Japanese director Susumu Mitsunaka (Haikyu!!) will attend as guest of honour, appearing in panels and live sessions. Positioned as an immersive celebration of fan culture and industry collaboration, the Kolkata edition marks the beginning of Anime India’s nationwide expansion.
Sharing their perspective on the partnership, Amazon MX Player director Aruna Daryanani expressed, “Anime in India has evolved from a niche interest into a mainstream cultural movement, driven by an increasingly engaged and passionate fanbase. At Amazon MX Player, our focus is on expanding access by bringing anime to audiences across the country for free and in multiple local languages. Our association with Anime India reflects our commitment to supporting the growth of anime in India and deepening connections with fans, while continuing to build Amazon MX Player as a trusted destination for free, high-quality entertainment.”
“Anime India Kolkata is a celebration of how anime has grown beyond entertainment into a powerful cultural and creative force. By bringing fans, creators, and industry leaders onto one shared platform, the festival is helping define the future of pop culture in India,” said Anime India co-founder and director Neha Mehta.
The debut edition of Anime India 2025 in Mumbai attracted over 29,000 fans, quickly cementing its status as a landmark celebration of anime and Japanese pop culture. Riding on this overwhelming response, the Kolkata chapter is projected to draw more than 40,000 visitors across two days, positioning it as one of the biggest anime conventions ever held in eastern India.
Anime India is focused on bringing together fans from across the country to create a truly pan-India celebration of anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, and Japanese culture. With plans to expand into four key metropolitan hubs in 2026—east (Kolkata), north (Delhi), west (Mumbai), and south (Hyderabad)—the festival seeks to deliver globally benchmarked experiences while supporting and uplifting creators, artists, and fan communities throughout India.
