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This March Gal Gadot comes to your television screen as wonder woman exclusively on HBO & HBO HD on 25th march
MUMBAI: This March, fix your date with Gal Gadot – who plays DC Comics character Wonder Woman – an Amazonian warrior in training, leaves home to fight a war, discovering her full powers and true destiny. HBO and HBO HD, home to the biggest Hollywood blockbusters, is excited to Premiere Wonder Woman in the month where the entire World celebrates International Women’s Day. Bringing the first ever Woman superhero story from DC Comics’ expanded universe, ‘Wonder Woman’ is our way to celebrate this month.
The epic action adventure premier, co-powered by Levis & Kellogg Muesli, is a treat for fans as director Patty Jenkins takes the audience through Wonder Woman’s origin, told in a flashback that traces the demi-goddess’s evolution from an idealistic, innocent girl to a powerful vigilante saving mortals. Talented Israeli actor Gal Gadot steals millions of hearts, as she effortlessly portrays her transformation from an Amazonian Warrior Princess to Wonder Woman. The female actor-director duo has dished out the 3rd most successful movie of 2017 at the box-office.
And that’s not all. HBO and HBO HD are geared up to take the excitement up a notch. In the lead up to the film premier, from 9th to 13th March, fans and viewers can participate in a fantastic #SheIsWonderWoman contest on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter! All fans need to do, is ‘Upload a picture with the person who is Wonder Woman to them, and explaining why’ in less than 250 words. There resides a strong sense of power, courage, grace and Wonder in every woman – and the contest celebrates exactly that! Being a contest, which touches the emotional chord of the viewers, the gratification is a money can’t buy experience. Three lucky winners would get a golden chance to be featured on HBO & HBO HD during the Television premiere of the movie along with a staycation with their Wonder Woman. During the contest period we would have 5 lucky winners daily, who will get gift vouchers from HBO! The shortlisted entries will be a part of the music video which will be aired at the end of the movie.
Experience the journey of the lasso-wielding superhero, Wonder Woman, as she traverses from the familiar cocoon of The Paradise Islands to the uncharted territory of human battleground. Tune in to HBO and HBO HD, and experience the magic of Wonder Woman only on Sunday, 25th March, 1pm and 9pm.
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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.
