• Mon, January 20, 2025

by: Mint

Regional streaming platforms to strengthen original content in 2025 as Amazon, Netflix slow down

Regional streaming services aim to strengthen their offerings with local stories and familiar talent, targeting niche markets and focusing on genres that resonate with loyal audiences

by: MSN

Inuyasha Creator Recommends the Next Hit Sci-Fi Action Series

Inuyasha creator Rumiko Takahashi gives a glowing review to a new manga series, calling the sci-fi title a "surreal" and "interesting" story.

by: MSN

Mark Zuckerberg caught peeking at Lauren Sanchez's cleavage during Trump's inauguration

CEO of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg was caught sneaking a peek at Jeff Bezos' fiancée Lauren Sanchez's cleavage during President Donald Trump's inauguration.
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by: Newsweek

Meet Eric Trump and Wife Lara's 2 Kids

Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President in January 2025 — meet his son Eric Trump, his wife Lara, and their two kids.

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Who Was Yogesh Mahajan? TV Actor Of 'Devon Ke Dev-Mahadev' Passes Away At 44

TV actor Yogesh Mahajan, known for his roles in Devon Ke Dev... Mahadev, Adaalat, and Jai Shri Krishna, tragically passed away at the age of 44 due to cardiac arrest.

by: 7NEWS

Billionaire Adrian Portelli donates returned $50k from Today host Alex Cullen to charity

The Today host was given the money after accepting Portelli's challenge of calling him 'McLaren Man' instead of his disliked nickname 'Lambo Guy'.

by: ITV

ZOO 55 and Metavision launch ITV's first-ever experience on Roblox with Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen

Metavision, part of ITV Studios' Zoo 55, has unveiled Hell's Kitchen as its first-ever format brand to be brought to life on immersive gaming and creation platform Roblox. This groundbreaking experience invites fans of the iconic reality show - renowned for its global appeal with local versions produced in 26 countries - to immerse themselves in the intense,

by: Forbes

'SNL' Movie 'Saturday Night' Arrives On Netflix This Week

Jason Reitman's movie about the first episode of NBC's "Saturday Night Live"—is coming to Netflix this week. Find out when you can watch it at home.

by: WRAL

MAHA Inaugural Ball: A Night of Celebration, Inspiration, and Entertainment

The MAHA Inaugural Ball, hosted by MAHA Action in collaboration with Lolli Brands Entertainment, marks a historic occasion as the nation embraces a renewed focus on health and unity. Taking place on January 20,

by: frontpageafricaonline

Liberia: Elevating Liberian Film: Mary Williams' Bold Strategy to Break the Mold

by: Tuko

Diana Marua Introduces 3 New Nannies After Allegedly Firing Longest Serving Employees

Diana Marua and Kevin Bahati replaced their famous nannies, Irene, Josephine, and Jane, with new staff after their amicable exit, as seen in Diana's Instagram video.

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Kim Kardashian Shares Cryptic Photo of US First Lady Melania Trump Making a Political Statement; READ

Kim Kardashian sparked online controversy over her political leanings as she shared a photo of Melania Trump. Read on to know the details.

by: Tuko

Baba Talisha Shares Last WhatsApp Chat with Mathew Nyamlori Thanking Him for Support

Baba Talisha was among the Kenyan influencers who helped the late Mathew Nyamlori. The content creator shared his last WhatsApp chat with Nyamlori.

by: legit

Enioluwa Opens Up about Wish to Date Ayra Starr, Fans React: "He Is Not Man Enough"

Enioluwa Adeoluwa opened up on his desire to date Ayra Starr. He said that he never wanted to be in a relationship but he would change his decision for the singer.

by: Tuko

Ezekiel Otuoma's Daughter Excited as MCA Who Promised to Pay Fees Buys Her New Uniform

During Ezekiel Otuoma's burial in Siaya county, the Makongeni MCA pledged to help her finish her studies. The politician recently toom the girl shopping.

by: Metro

ITV viewers are now bingeing thriller hailed 'UK's answer to Breaking Bad'

ITV 's latest thriller Out There has impressed viewers with its chilling plot and pitch-perfect performances. The six-parter starring Martin Clunes and Louis Ashbourne Serkis has proved itself to be the perfect January series, with praise filling social media.

by: MSN

Kenyans react to Cartoon Comedian's video romantically dancing with lover: "Usisahau career"

Cartoon Comedian was spotted dancing with her boyfriend Rotimi and Kenyans wondered if she was okay as she cosily danced next to him in a serious face.

by: MSN

Karnataka's icon Dr Rajkumar's songs heard in a Chinese supermarket, video goes viral. Watch

The song featured in the video is 'Navaduva Nudiye', a celebrated track from the iconic Kannada movie 'Gandhada Gudi'.

by: MSN

Kid Rock's awkward flirty moment with BBC journalist goes viral on Donald Trump's inauguration day | Watch video

During President Trump's inauguration festivities, Kid Rock made an awkward attempt to flirt with BBC journalist Caitríona Perry during a live interview, leading to widespread social media buzz. Despite the uncomfortable moment,

by: MSN

Why Netflix is going big on live sports with the NFL and WWE

Alongside a landmark partnership with World Wrestling Entertainment and winning the broadcast rights in the United States for the 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cups, the streaming giant has demonstrated its ambition to become the dominant online platform for live sport.

by: MSN

Kaantha OTT Release: Where to watch Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati's Tamil film after its theatrical run

Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati are all set to feature in a Tamil thriller titled Kaantha which will release in 2025's 2nd half. Here's all that we know so far about the film including its OTT deal.

by: MSN

Bigg Boss 18's Vivian Dsena Fans Question, 'Coffee Le Gaya, Par Trophy Kyu Chod Di' As Actor Goes LIVE On Instagram

In his first public statement after the show, Vivian expressed his gratitude to his fans and apologized for not meeting their expectations. Later the actor ended up answering fans hard hitting questio

by: MSN

Conor McGregor and Logan Paul join forces to watch Trump's inauguration despite '$250m deal to fight in India'

On their way to the ceremony, the UFC megastar and the influencer-turned-WWE superstar were on the same bus, as seen through several social media posts.

by: MSN

Dozens of firms pull ads from Japanese network over sex scandal linked to its staff and celebrity

Dozens of major Japanese companies have pulled their commercials on Fuji Television amid allegations company officials tried to cover up a sex scandal involving one of the country's most famous TV hosts.

by: MSN

NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 21, 2025

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

by: MSN

Jennylyn Mercado's contract renewal with GMA trends on social media

Netizens and fans express their excitement, after Ultimate Star Jennylyn Mercado renewed her contract with her home network.

by: MSN

Baby on Board! Kiran Abbavaram and Rahasya Gorak share exciting news with adorable ultrasound pic

Actors Kiran Abbavaram and Rahasya Gorak recently took to Instagram to share the joyous news of expecting their first child together. The pair celebrated the pregnancy by posting pictures on their social media platform and captioned it,

by: MSN

Bigg Boss 18 Winner: Karanveer Mehra To Use Prize Money For His Staff's Kids Education; Netizens Call It, 'PR Stunt'

Karanveer Mehra took home the trophy, and like every year this time too there's a debate on social media about who the winner should have been. The top 3 of Bigg Boss season 18 were Rajat Dalal, Vivian Dsena,

by: MSN

'Squid Game 2' Dominates Streaming in India, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar Show Strong Performance in 2024, Ormax Study Reveals

The highly anticipated second season of "Squid Game" has emerged as not only the most-watched international series in India for 2024 but also achieved the highest viewership of all time in the category,

by: MSN

Maha Kumbh 2025: Harsha Richhariya shuts down critics of her jeans-and-top look, says 'it's my choice'

Harsha Richhariya's presence at Maha Kumbh 2025 has grabbed attention. She has now spoken about her fashion choices, defending her right to dress as she likes.

by: MSN

Prince Harry's lawsuit against The Sun is part of a long saga of alleged tabloid misbehavior

Prince Harry's trial against the publisher of The Sun, which opens Tuesday, follows two decades of legal drama over the cutthroat practices of the British press in the days when newspapers sold millions of copies and shaped the popular conversation.

by: MSN

Justin Baldoni shows off six-pack abs in Hawaii beach trip days after $400M suit against Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds

Justin Baldoni has been involved in a legal battle with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds for several weeks now. Now, he took a trip to Hawaii.

by: MSN

Viral 'Maha Kumbh Monalisa' Sent Home By Father After Fame Backfires; Internet Reacts

The viral sensation girl, Monalisa Bhosle from Indore, a garland seller, has been sent back home by her father due to declining sales at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Read more to know the details of the story.

by: MSN

Differently abled Ajmer beggar stuns the internet after buying iPhone 16 Pro Max for Rs 1.4 lakh in cash; video goes viral

A video of a beggar in Rajasthan who bought an iPhone 16 Pro Max for Rs 1.44 lakh with cash has gone viral. The man, who is homeless and doesn't have legs, revealed that he got the money by begging. The video sparked disbelief and humor among netizens,

by: MSN

Chunky Panday calls his Griha Laxmi co-star Hina Khan 'power house of talent'; shares unseen BTS PICS

Hina Khan is currently battling stage 3 breast cancer, and the actress has been vocal about her journey on social media. Despite the illness, she has bounced back to work and stayed engaged with her professional endeavors.

by: MSN

Chef Gordon Ramsay meets Kapuso stars and social media influencers

British celebrity chef, Gordon Ramsay, received a heartwarming welcome upon arrival in the Philippines. At a recent exclusive event, several celebrities including Christian Bautista, Ylyt Manaig, and Jose Sarasola were thrilled to meet their culinary idol in person finally.

by: MSN

From AI to 5.5G: The game-changing tech innovations coming in 2025

As we stride into 2025, groundbreaking technologies like AI, AR, and 5. 5G are set to revolutionise South African industries and daily life.

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Jackie Chan collaborates with SEVENTEEN'S Jun for The Shadow's Edge

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

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A look inside Mr JazziQ's pimped-out Toyota Quantum

The South African Amapiano DJ and music producer Mr JazziQ recently revamped and customised his Toyota Quantum, which left many fans and followers in awe.

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Better Man's Viral Musical Scene More Than Lives Up To The Hype

Better Man's energetic "Rock DJ" musical sequence went viral on social media before its release, and it's the best scene in the entire film.

by: MSN

The Village People and Me: My Night Watching Trump's Inaugural Balls

If Cinderella is a Donald Trump supporter, things threatened to get awkward Monday evening, as the three major inauguration balls where the newly sworn in 47th president was set to make an appearance stretched long past midnight.

by: MSN

Petty post: Here's how Minnie Dlamini shaded her man's ex

Minnie Dlamini finally broke her silence after her alleged new boyfriend's ex accused her of breaking their home. She shared a cryptic post thereafter.

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Outlander's lead star leaves fans 'in tears' with emotional farewell post on social media

Caitriona Balfe, the star of Outlander, has stirred emotions among fans with a heartfelt goodbye message on her social media. Although her character Claire Fraser and on-screen husband Jamie (portrayed by Sam Heughan) will return for one final season,

by: MSN

MarketInk: PR Pro Says Top 2025 Trends in Her Industry Will Be AI and Influencers

PR practitioners must be thoughtful in who to pitch in terms of affective target audiences. Practitioners need to carefully vet and select those influencers who speak directly to the audience aligned with their clients' brand and goals.

by: MSN

"Will love and miss you everyday": Laura Dern remembers David Lynch on what would have been his 79th birthday

Oscar-winning actress Laura Dern remembered her close friend and collaborator David Lynch on what would have been his 79th birthday.The legendary filmmaker died last week at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking cinema.

by: MSN

Bigg Boss Tamil 8 title winner Muthukumaran expresses gratitude to fans; says 'This win is not just mine; it's ours'

Muthukumaran Jegatheesan, the winner of Bigg Boss Tamil 8, expressed heartfelt gratitude to his fans on Instagram for their unwavering support. In an emotional video, he acknowledged the pivotal role his fans played in his victory,

by: MSN

Kodi 21.2 Omega Has Arrived: Here's What's New

Kodi version 21.2, called Omega, has been released. This update mainly focuses on fixing bugs instead of adding new features. It addresses several problems in the media center app. One notable improvement in this release is with library management.

by: MSN

Vinayakan Sparks Controversy With Video Showing Him Allegedly Engaging In Indecent Exposure

Malayalam actor Vinayakan has sparked off a controversy again with an video doing the rounds on social media allegedly showing him engaging in an altercation with a neighbour from the balcony of his flat in Kochi.

Regional streaming platforms to strengthen original content in 2025 as Amazon, Netflix slow down

Regional streaming services aim to strengthen their offerings with local stories and familiar talent, targeting niche markets and focusing on genres that resonate with loyal audiences
The article from LiveMint discusses the strategic expansion of regional Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms in India, focusing on their content slate for 2025. These platforms are increasingly investing in original content, particularly in regional languages, to capture a broader audience. Companies like aha, Planet Marathi, and OM TV are not only enhancing their content libraries but also exploring new genres and formats to cater to diverse viewer preferences. This push is driven by the recognition of the untapped potential in regional markets, where viewers are showing a strong preference for content in their native languages. Additionally, these platforms are leveraging the success of regional cinema and television to build a robust content ecosystem, aiming to compete with national and international streaming giants by offering culturally resonant and localized content.

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https://www.livemint.com/industry/media/regional-streaming-platforms-otts-strengthen-slate-for-2025-11737272275045.html