Press Release
HBO serves up a movie treat this November
Party on Saturday Nights with `Napoleon Dynamite’,
`Against The Ropes’, `Man of the House’ and `The Longest Yard’
New Delhi, October 30: As the winters dawn, HBO, the movie channel you have always loved, gives you reasons to stay home. This November HBO warms you up with some of the most celebrated movies and Original Series that will keep you hooked to the television. Don’t miss a super hit Hollywood movie on `Blockbuster of the Month’, a brand new premiere every Saturday night on `HBO Saturday Nights’ and charismatic action in the all new block `It’s A Guy Thing’.
Make sure to catch Wesley Snipes, Jessica Biel and Kris Kristofferson in the HBO Blockbuster of the Month `Blade: Trinity’ on November 1 at 9 PM. In this third installment of the film series adapted from Marvel comics, a new challenge awaits the vampire hunter known as Blade (Wesley Snipes, The Detonator, Unstoppable). A group of vampires have resurrected the ancient and all-powerful Count Dracula (Purcell, Mission: Impossible II).
To defeat him, Blade must team up with the Nightstalkers, a group of similar-minded hunters led by Abigail (Jessica Biel, Elizabethtown, Stealth). Director David S. Goyer successfully continues the Blade cinema series, satisfying fans with plenty of nocturnal monster mystique and leather-clad vampire slayers smashing through floors and ceilings, breaking windows with their bodies, and occasionally defying gravity.
To spice up your Saturday nights this November, HBO presents a blend of Comedy, Drama and Action on HBO Saturday Nights at 9 pm. The life of a ninja-loving teenager gets complicated after he is introduced to some new aspects of life. Enjoy the story of this teenager in the fun-filled comedy Napoleon Dynamite on November 4. Meg Ryan plays a woman struggling to prove herself in the male-dominated, testosterone-laden world of boxing in ‘Against the Ropes’.
Watch her being the proverbial woman succeeding in a man’s world on November 11. Tommy Lee Jones plays a no-nonsense undercover texas ranger trying to protect fun loving college girls from the drug mafia in a comedy that bursts with high energy – `Man of the House’ on November 18. Watch a revered football superstar, played by Adam Sandler, reluctantly training an inmate football team to play against the prison guards in a no holds barred game in `The Longest Yard’. Also starring Chris Rock and Burt Reynolds, the movie is scheduled for November 25.
HBO brings non-stop action packed movies for all who love adventure and enjoy action with its new block `It’s A Guy Thing’ every Saturday at 2 pm. A group of martial arts warriors have only six days to save the Earth from an extra-dimensional invasion. Earth Realm Warriors battle against the forces of Outworld in ‘Mortal Kombat Annihilation’. Treat yourself to this master dose of martial arts on November 4.
Be ready to blow your socks off with the adventure and action of ‘Starship Troopers 2: Hero of Federation’ on November 11. Catch all the fun and enjoy wonderful visual effects in this blockbuster directed by one of the greatest visual effects wizards in movie history, Phil Tippet.
The cast and the fun of conning of Ocean’s Eleven returns with its sequel and blockbuster Ocean’s Twelve. Meet your favourite stars George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Catherine Zeta Jones, Matt Damon in this cool crime caper on November 18. Clint Eastwood plays a veteran cop who gets stuck with a rookie cop (Charlie Sheen) to chase down a German criminal (Raul Julia.) in ‘The Rookie’ on November 25.
Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award winning series ‘Deadwood’ Season 2, starring Ian MacShane, Timothy Olyphant, Molly Parker and others, continues on HBO every Wednesday night right after the 9 pm movie. Find out this November what happens in the lawless town of Deadwood in the five brand new episodes of the second season of this HBO Original Series exclusively on HBO.
HBO brings the best of Hollywood by premiering the top blockbuster movies on television first in South Asia through exclusive licensing deals with four major Hollywood studios – Paramount, Sony Pictures Entertainment (Columbia/ TriStar), Universal and Warner Bros.
Prime time viewing on HBO includes HBO Blockbuster Of The Month, a special television event that premieres a mega blockbuster movie every month, HBO Saturday Nights, which premieres a new box office hit each week throughout the year; HBO Sunday Super Hits, which showcases the blockbuster hits, star-studded hits, favourite genre hits, Asian hits, highly acclaimed hits and so much more. In addition, HBO features at least 3- 4 new movie showcases every month to offer viewers an interesting mix of Hollywood movies based on exciting themes.
For further information, please contact:
Manisha Manchanda, HBO Asia
Tel: 0124 – 4028888
Email: manchanda_manisha@hboasia.com.sg
Nalini Neha, CMCG India
Tel-fax: 011 – 29216471 – 73
Email: nalini.neha@cmcgindia.com
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
