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Star Chinese Movies invests in high definition content
MUMBAI: Star Chinese Movies is investing in three high-definition (HD) movies that will be produced by Hong Kong filmmaker Derek Yee Tung-sing.
The first, Pandora’s Booth, is a love story starring pop idols Fiona Sit Hoi-kei and Kenny Kwan Chi-bun and is directed by Mak Kai-Kwong.
Star GM Chinese programming Jason Siu says, “We are excited to be working with the acclaimed filmmaker Derek Yee and we’re confident that his expertise in creating quality movies will further enrich the programming of Star Chinese Movies. Investing in these HD films underscores Star Chinese Movies’ commitment to continually providing great content for our audiences across Asia.”
Yee was named best director at the Hong Kong Film Awards in 1994 and 2004 for C’est La Vie, Mon Cheri and One Nite In Mongkok, respectively.
Star Chinese Movies’ HD drive launched last year with Focus: First Cuts. This is a regional film project with Andy Lau’s film unit Focus Films, for the production of six HD movies in Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia, Hong Kong and mainland China. The first movie I’ll Call You is available exclusively on Star Chinese Movies’ VOD Service in Hong Kong, and the other five movies will also make their TV premieres on Star Chinese Movies across Asia.
The channel offers three services: in Hong Kong on PCCW’s now TV, in Singapore on StarHub Digital Cable, and in Taiwan and the Philippines via various pay-TV platforms.
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News18 India launches Command Centre war explainer with Arya
New show shifts from debates to decoding global conflicts and impacts
MUMBAI: News18 India has rolled out a new war-focused programme, Command Centre, featuring Gaurav Arya, as it looks to offer viewers a sharper, more grounded take on global conflicts amid rising tensions in West Asia.
Positioned as an “insider war room”, the show moves away from conventional panel debates and instead focuses on explaining military developments, decoding strategy and connecting global events to their everyday impact, from fuel prices to economic shifts.
The format leans heavily on visuals and data. The studio has been designed like a command hub, complete with large LED war maps, real-time graphics and an alert system to track developments as they unfold.
At the centre of it all is Arya, who brings his military background to simplify complex war strategies for viewers. His signature line, “Seedhi baat samjhiye”, anchors the show’s promise of clarity over noise.
News18 India managing editor Jyoti Kamal said, “Command Centre, featuring Major Gaurav Arya is designed to deliver accurate insights and a clear perspective on how evolving conflicts impact everyday life, from household budgets to national security. With expert voices analysing every development in real time, the show goes beyond headlines to decode what’s happening now, what it means, and what could come next.”
Echoing the intent, Gaurav Arya added, “In times of war, confusion is the biggest threat. With News18 India’s Command Centre, we are bringing viewers inside the war room, decoding strategies, tracking every escalation, and explaining, in the simplest terms, what it means for India and for every household. Seedhi baat samjhiye, this is where you understand not just what is happening, but what happens next.”
The weekday show will air in the afternoon slot and will also feature Gaurav Shukla, adding to its editorial depth.
With its mix of analysis, visuals and a clear focus on impact, the show reflects a broader shift in news consumption. Viewers are no longer just watching events unfold, they are looking to understand what those events mean for them.
