• Wed, March 12, 2025

by: Variety

How COVID Changed TV Production Forever

Five years ago, the TV industry rose to the challenge of staying on air as the pandemic dawned. Insiders look back on Variety's 'Strictly Business.'

by: Mint

Jio Cinema-Disney+ Hotstar merger: Why JioHotstar needs batting depth beyond the IPL

JioHotstar, the combined entity created by the merger of Mukesh Ambani's JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, reaches more than 750 million viewers across India. It has more paid subscribers than Netflix and Amazon Prime Video combined.

by: BBC

BBC supports 50 Independent Companies to invest in TV & Radio Production across the UK

In total, 50 indies will receive support across three dedicated schemes: the TV Small Indie Fund, the Hot House co-commissioning scheme and the BBC Radio & Music Indie Development Fund

by: Considerable

Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and the Power of Hollywood PR: A Case Study in Celebrity Crisis Management

The recent controversy involving Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni underscores the intricate dance of celebrity crisis management, narrative control, and the delicate balance of personal and professional branding in the entertainment industry.

by: TheWrap

'The Perfect Couple' Season 2 in Development at Netflix Based on Elin Hilderbrand's 'Swan Song'

Netflix is in the process of developing a second season of "The Perfect Couple," according to media reports. After the first season of "The Perfect Couple" adapted Elin Hilderbrand's novel of the same name,

by: Moneycontrol

Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan meet Aamir Khan at his home ahead of his 60th birthday

On Aamir Khan's 60th birthday, Bollywood witnessed a rare reunion as Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan visited Aamir's residence to celebrate. The trio, long regarded as the pillars of Indian cinema, came together,

by: People

OnlyFans Model, 21, Found Dead Inside Her Apartment After Father Reported Her Missing

Juli Luxie was active on the adult entertainment site and boasted 39,500 Instagram followers at the time of her death

by: Deadline

Russell Crowe & Harry Lawtey Set For Walden Media & Weed Road's Cold War Thriller 'Billion Dollar Spy'

Lawtey is best known for his role as Robert in HBO's hit series Industry. He previously starred in Netflix's The Pale Blue Eye and as the iconic Harvey Dent in Warner Bros. Joker: Folie à Deux. He will next be seen in Icon's biopic Mr Burton as legendary actor Richard Burton.

by: Insider

SXSW behind the scenes: 6 topics everyone was debating in TV, film, and the creator economy

I spent three days in SXSW, where the entertainment industry is divided over AI, LA's future, and more.

by: Eater

Lisa Vanderpump Proves She Owns Las Vegas With Her First-Ever Strip Hotel

Vanderpump will open the hotel in partnership with Caesars Entertainment; this will be her fourth Las Vegas collaboration with the group following the development of restaurants and bars including Vanderpump Cocktail Garden at Caesars Palace,

by: Politico

A tale of two tech cities

San Francisco is the AI capital, but San Jose has plans — and cash — to make its downtown a soft landing spot for startups.

by: Newsweek

'Today' Host Gets Major Surprise on Morning Show

Today host Jenna Bush Hager got quite the surprise on Wednesday, March 12. As she was preparing to go on air for the morning show's fourth hour, she was delighted to see her former co-host, Hoda Kotb, who stopped by to say hello.

by: AOL

Food Media Company Tastemade Acquired by Wonder, Parent of Grubhub, for $90 Million

Food-delivery company Wonder announced a deal to acquire independent media firm Tastemade, which produces original content spanning food, travel, and home and design. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed.

by: ITV

SOCCER AID FOR UNICEF 2025 LAUNCH

In a world first, Tyson Fury will co-manage England at Soccer Aid for UNICEF alongside Wayne Rooney who is out of retirement to play and manage alongside the former heavyweight champion of the world.

by: BGR

4 new and returning TV series with perfect 100% scores on Rotten Tomatoes

A closer look at several TV series, some new and some returning, that have all managed to attain perfect Rotten Tomatoes scores.

by: iHeart

'Idol' Official Comments On Carrie Underwood's Inauguration Day Performance

Carrie Underwood's Inauguration Day performance took place shortly before she made her debut as a judge on 'American Idol.'

by: UPI

Watch: Dwayne Johnson produced 'RoboForce' premieres April 12

Dwayne Johnson released the trailer for RoboForce: The Animated Series on his YouTube and social media channels Wednesday. Johnson's Seven Bucks Productions produces the show with The Nacelle Company.

by: BuzzFeed

This is probably not a surprise to most, but Hollywood can be a really messed up place.

Tragedies and scandals happen in Hollywood more often than studios, producers, and the media would like to admit. And often, these stories get brushed under the rug, remembered by only a few...and maybe that's you!

by: EssentiallySports

NASCAR Star Drops Life-Changing Announcement as Racing Community Melts Over Welcome Surprise

The roar of V8 monsters, smell of burning rubber, and the thrilling photo finishes, that's the life of a NASCAR driver. The post NASCAR Star Drops Life-Changing Announcement as Racing Community Melts Over Welcome Surprise appeared first on EssentiallySports.

by: Yahoo

People Zoomed Into Donald Trump's Tesla Sales Pitch And Can't Believe What They're Seeing

In case you didn't know, Donald Trump pretty much held a car show at the White House on Tuesday. Media event with people observing futuristic cars outside a building. Photographers and reporters are capturing the scene Tesla hasn't been doing so hot recently,

by: pinkvilla

Was Kim Soo Hyun's 6-year relationship with Kim Sae Ron an 'open secret'? Alleged testimonies reveal; report

Reports suggest that despite a significant age gap, the 6-year relationship between Kim Sae Ron and Kim Soo Hyun is real and not fabricated.

by: Movieguide

2 Big Reasons the WWE Has Entered a New Era

WWE storyline architect Paul Heyman explained why wrestling has entered into a new era, not only because of Netflix but also because of the reach of social media.

by: NewsWire

Nine confirms acting chief executive Matt Stanton will officially take on role of CEO and managing director

Matthew Stanton has officially been appointed chief executive officer and managing director of Nine Entertainment after standing in the role for five months.

by: TMZ

Wendy Williams Fears Potential New Restrictions, Rips Guardianship, Judge

Wendy Williams gets emotional thinking about a recent threat from the judge in her guardianship ... crying at the thought of being moved to a more restrictive assisted-living facility than the one she describes as a luxury prison.

by: TheGrio

Tyler Perry unveils 'TPS Dreamers' internship to train the next generation of TV talent

If so, then perhaps you (or your college-attending child) might want to consider Tyler Perry Studios' "TPS Dreamers" internship program. According to the Instagram page for

by: Complex

Scarlett Johansson Explains Why She Doesn't Take Selfies With Fans and People Are Loving It

It doesn't mean I'm not appreciative, of course, that people are fans, or happy to see me," she said in an interview with InStyle. "But I alway

by: PopViewers

Ayo Edebiri Claps Back at Elon Musk After Fake Casting Rumor Sparks Online Hate

The internet's been buzzing with a wild drama involving Emmy-winning actress Ayo Edebiri and tech mogul Elon Musk. It all

by: pinkvilla

Jannat Zubair drops cryptic note amid breakup rumors with alleged boyfriend Faisal Shaikh; fans REACT

After speculations of her breakup with rumored boyfriend Faisal Shaikh were doing rounds, Jannat Zubair's cryptic note has now left fans disappointed.

by: TheGrio

Tyler Perry: From humble beginnings to entertainment mogul

Tyler Perry was born Emmitt Perry Jr. on Sept. 13, 1969, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He says he suffered physical abuse from his father and sexual abuse from several adults, causing him to feel unsafe. Tyler also survived a suicide attempt and dropped out of high school. He later changed his birth name to distance himself from his father.
  • Thu, March 13, 2025

by: Mint

Kim Soo Hyun loses 300k IG followers, brand deals, projects on hold amid Kim Sae Ron's death controversy: Report

Korean actor Kim Soo Hyun is facing major backlash after his alleged link to late actor Kim Sae Ron. Her family accused him of many things, including causing her financial distress.

by: Zawya

UAE cinema revenues reach AED 800mln in 2024

375 video games were classified according to the UAE's approved age rating system.

by: Metro

Pete Wicks makes jibe about 'uneventful' Brits after Danny Jones and Maura Higgins kiss

Pete Wicks has quipped his Brit Awards night was 'uneventful', after his former flame Maura Higgins and McFly singer Danny Jones were caught in a kissing scandal. The two I'm A Celebrity stars shocked fans when they were filmed looking very cosy and appearing to share a 'drunken kiss' at an afterparty.

by: Insider

The age of streaming inequality

Streaming apps like Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube are adding more tiers, pushing people to upgrade, and increasingly focusing on rich customers.

by: Glamsham

The wait is over! Alia Bhatt confirms her Cannes debut and we can't wait to see her glamorous avatar

Alia Bhatt, the Bollywood star known for her impeccable style and talent, is all set to make her debut at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2025. This marks yet another significant international milestone for the actress,

by: Moneycontrol

Dhanashree Verma says 'Main bahut emotional feel kar rahi hu abhi' at film screening amidst divorce rumours with Yuzvendra Chahal

Amid ongoing speculation about her rumored divorce from Yuzvendra Chahal, Dhanashree Verma was spotted in Mumbai on Wednesday night. While the couple has not officially addressed the rumors, their relationship continues to be a topic of discussion.

by: NDTV

Alia Bhatt And Ranbir Kapoor Head To Alibaug To Celebrate Actress's 32nd Birthday

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is all set to ring in her 32nd birthday in Alibaug amidst her close friends and family on March 15. The actress has left for Alibaug, where she will be celebrating Holi on Friday and then her birthday on Saturday, said a source close to IANS.

by: PennLive

Are Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg being fired by 'The View'? Behar breaks her silence

Oh, that's wishful thinking," she said on 'Behind the Table,' which is the companion podcast to 'The View.' "So, people believe (those rumors), even though I'm

by: LondonWorld

Creative hubs boost housing demand in London

Research reveals that the UK's media and entertainment sector could be worth £53 billion to the UK economy in 2033 . In 2024, the UK Government confirmed that the creative industries including film, TV and video,

by: Firstpost

Was 'Queen of Tears' actor Kim Soo-hyun dating Kim Sae-ron, who died by suicide?

South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, known for his performance in popular Kdramas like 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' and 'Queen of Tears' is now at the centre of a dating controversy. Allegations have surfaced claiming he was secretly in a six-year-long relationship with the late actress,

by: Newsweek

Video of 'Disturbing' McDonald's Play Area Goes Viral

A viral video of a McDonald's PlayPlace sparked nostalgia and disappointment, showing an almost empty play area at the restaurant.

by: CNN

Ayo Edebiri says she got death threats because of Elon Musk

According to Ayo Edebiri, she was just having "a silly goofy time" when reflecting on what she said was Elon Musk contributing to a lot of negativity aimed at her.

by: NDTV

Alia Bhatt And Ranbir Kapoor Head To Alibaug To Celebrate Her 32nd Birthday

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is all set to ring in her 32nd birthday in Alibaug amidst her close friends and family on March 15. The actress has left for Alibaug, where she will be celebrating Holi on Friday and then her birthday on Saturday, said a source close to IANS.

by: PennLive

Ex-ESPN analyst, football star shares heartbreaking health news about wife

"I do not share much of my personal life on social media but today is gonna be different," he wrote on X. "If you are the praying type please lift up my wife Lindsey. She has brain cancer and surgery is Wednesday at Duke. So thankful to serve a loving God that meets us in our struggles."

by: Firstpost

Amid divorce proceedings with Yuzvendra Chahal, Dhanashree Verma makes rare appearance: 'I am feeling very...' WATCH

In the video, surfaced on social media, Dhanashree Verma was seen smiling and greeting the paps. While it's unclear which movie the content creator saw, but she told paparazzi that it left her emotion

by: Moneycontrol

Singer Stebin Ben Birthday celebration takes flight with MS Dhoni and other friends, see here

Singer Stebin Ben marked his birthday in a unique way, celebrating mid-air with friends, including MS Dhoni, and sharing the joyous moment on social media.

by: NDTV

Explained: The Kim Soo-Hyun And Kim Sae-Ron Controversy, With "Dating A Minor" Allegations. It's Complicated

Kim Sae-Ron died by suicide at her residence in Seoul on February 16, coinciding with ex-boyfriend Kim Soo-Hyun's birthday.

by: Moneycontrol

Former Bigg Boss 18 contestants Avinash Mishra and Eisha Singh's Bangkok trip sparks dating rumours

Actors Avinash Mishra and Eisha Singh, famous for their stint in Bigg Boss 18, have captured fans' attention with their recent outing in Bangkok. The duo, who formed a strong bond on the show, were spotted having a cozy dinner at a rooftop restaurant,

by: Yahoo

'Ne Zha 2's $2B+ Box Office Run: How It Happened And What Does Blockbuster Behemoth Mean For China & Hollywood Ahead

Chinese blockbuster Ne Zha 2 recently became the first non-Hollywood movie to cross $2B worldwide, and in so doing joins an exclusive group of only six other titles to click past the threshold globally.

How COVID Changed TV Production Forever

Five years ago, the TV industry rose to the challenge of staying on air as the pandemic dawned. Insiders look back on Variety's 'Strictly Business.'
The article from Variety discusses how the television industry has been fundamentally transformed by the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights several key changes: the adoption of remote work and virtual production techniques, which have become standard practices; the acceleration of streaming services' dominance as traditional broadcast models faced disruptions; increased focus on health and safety protocols on set, leading to innovations like virtual auditions and remote rehearsals; and a shift in content creation towards more intimate, home-based settings or stories reflecting the global health crisis. Additionally, the piece notes the financial strain on productions due to shutdowns, leading to budget reallocations and a rethinking of production schedules. The overall narrative suggests that while the industry has adapted, these changes have introduced new norms that are likely to persist, reshaping the landscape of TV production for the foreseeable future.

Read the Full Variety Article at:
https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/how-covid-changed-tv-production-forever-strictly-business-1236335357/

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