English Entertainment
&flix brings the #FlixFirstScreening of ‘Jumanji: The Next Level’
MUMBAI: A terrifying jungle, gigantic beasts and a squad on the run! &flix, the destination for the biggest Hollywood hits, is set to bring the next #FlixFirstScreening – catch the adventure-fantasy hit ‘Jumanji: The Next Level’. A chance to #LeapForth into the world of action, adventure and drama, #FlixFirstScreening offers viewers a special preview of the biggest Hollywood blockbusters and this time it’s surely ‘the next level’ of action and entertainment.
After successful Flix First Screenings of blockbuster movies like Once Upon A Time In Hollywood, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Men In Black: International, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Venom and Spider-Man: Far from Home, &flix brings the third installment of the popular Jumanji franchise. The channel is all set to host the premiere across Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore and Chennai.
Catering to the enthusiasm and anticipation around the film, &flix has an exciting opportunity in store. The channel has launched a quirky digital engagement across its social media handles to entice fans.
In Jumanji: The Next Level, the gang is back but the game has changed. As they return to Jumanji to rescue one of their own, they discover that nothing is as they expected. The players will have to brave parts unknown and unexplored, from the arid deserts to the snowy mountains, in order to escape the world’s most dangerous game. Director Jake Kasdan brings together a star-studded ensemble cast comprising Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, Karen Gillan and Nick Jonas among others.Hop on to the adventure ride and run for your life with the #FlixFirstScreening of Jumanji: The Next Level on December 12, 2019, before anyone else
English Entertainment
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.
