News for 'Multi Screen Media'

Will Dhurandhar 2 Save 2026 Box Office?

Will Dhurandhar 2 Save 2026 Box Office?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

'After Saiyaara, a lot of confidence has come in. Hindi is now looking good, especially with Dhurandhar 2 expected in March.'

Why Movie Companies Are Looking Beyond Films

Why Movie Companies Are Looking Beyond Films

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

They are venturing into allied businesses, which range from starting talent management agencies to music labels to tap into every possible monetisable opportunity to appeal to investors.

Conspiracy against me began with Manju Warrier's statement: Dileep

Conspiracy against me began with Manju Warrier's statement: Dileep

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Malayalam actor Dileep accuses police and media of conspiring against him in the 2017 actress assault case after being acquitted. He alleges a plot to destroy his career and criticizes his ex-wife's statement.

How To Stop Password Thieves: The Ultimate Guide

How To Stop Password Thieves: The Ultimate Guide

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

5 simple ways you can protect your passwords from being stolen by hackers.

A Day at Mumbai's Museum of Solutions

A Day at Mumbai's Museum of Solutions

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

MUSO is more than a museum; it is a vibrant, innovative playground that fosters curiosity.

Why South Cinema Scores Big Over Bollywood

Why South Cinema Scores Big Over Bollywood

Rediff.com26 May 2025

South Indian filmmakers have kept their focus on the single-screen cinemagoer. They have kept their finger on the pulse of the single-screen cinema fan, who goes to movies once a month or more, to forget his weekly chores, explains Ambi Parameswaran.

Oval: Different Rules For Different People

Oval: Different Rules For Different People

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'I've never seen anything like it in my life.'

The Future of Movie Nights at Home

The Future of Movie Nights at Home

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Mukesh Ambani's Antilia includes a private theatre that seats over 50, a snow room, and even an ice cream parlour. If that's not redefining home entertainment, what is?

India's 'Nari Shakti' on display at Operation Sindoor briefing

India's 'Nari Shakti' on display at Operation Sindoor briefing

Rediff.com7 May 2025

India conducted precision strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, targeting terrorist infrastructure to deter further attacks. The operation, codenamed 'Operation Sindoor', was detailed by two women military officers, Col Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, at a press briefing in New Delhi. The officers highlighted the precise nature of the strikes, emphasizing the use of "niche technology weapons" to ensure no collateral damage. The briefing showcased India's military prowess and the growing role of women in the armed forces.

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'Don was declared a flop because not many people turned up.' 'Luckily, Khaike Paan Banaraswala became a big hit.' 'Word of mouth publicity led to the film becoming a big hit from the second week on.'

Op Sindoor: How India's tech outsmarted Pak defences

Op Sindoor: How India's tech outsmarted Pak defences

Rediff.com14 May 2025

It marked a "milestone" in India's journey towards technological self-reliance in military operations, the ministry said on Operation Sindoor.

Sony gets its mojo back

Sony gets its mojo back

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

All other channels on the Sony network -- MAX (Hindi movie channel), SAB (family entertainment), PIX (English movie), MIX (Hindi music), Aath (Bengali movie) and the recently launched SIX (sports) have a clear roadmap.

I-T officials search IPL agencies MSM, WSG

I-T officials search IPL agencies MSM, WSG

Rediff.com21 Apr 2010

The Income Tax Department on Wednesday searched the premises of companies associated with the Indian Premier League (IPL) in the wake of allegations that telecasting agency Multi Screen Media had paid a facilitation fee of $80 million to marketing agency World Sports Group.

Israel-Iran: What Are Trump's Options?

Israel-Iran: What Are Trump's Options?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Trump has a major decision to take in coming days -- specifically, how to rescue Israel from the attritional war that lies ahead, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Set Max premium ad rates for IPL auction

Set Max premium ad rates for IPL auction

Rediff.com3 Jan 2011

Multi Screen Media, which will telecast live the upcoming players' auction for The Indian Premier League's fourth season on Set Max, is selling advertising slots for Rs 50,000 per ten seconds, a premium of about five times compared to a regular day. The broadcaster has already started selling ad space for for the two-day event, in Bangalore on January 8-9.

Sony International buys Bangla channel

Sony International buys Bangla channel

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

The announcement was made by SPTI President, international networks group, Andy Kaplan. Bengali films and telefilms and is available in West Bengal, Tripura and some parts of Assam and Orissa.

BCCI declares open tender for IPL broadcast rights

BCCI declares open tender for IPL broadcast rights

Rediff.com18 Sep 2016

The BCCI on Sunday announced an open tender process for allocating the cash-rich Indian Premier League's global broadcasting rights, a move that conforms to the Lodha Committee recommendations on transparency. "We are happy to announce the tender process for IPL Global Media Rights (TV and Digital)," BCCI President Anurag Thakur announced in a press conference in New Delhi.

Sony CEO Kunal Dasgupta quits

Sony CEO Kunal Dasgupta quits

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

Multi Screen Media Private Limited ((earlier known as Sony Entertainment Television India), announced on Thursday that its chief executive officer, Kunal Dasgupta has quit quoting personal reasons. The announcement was made by SPTI's president, international networks, Andy Kaplan.

 Cisco to buy media software firm

Cisco to buy media software firm

Rediff.com27 Aug 2010

In a move to diversify its offerings, networking giant Cisco Systems Inc will acquire media software provider ExtendMedia for an undisclosed amount.

TV digitisation phase two sees analogue blackout

TV digitisation phase two sees analogue blackout

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

The government-mandated digitisation programme calls for a complete switchover from analogue cable to the digital addressable system in a phased manner.

'If Border Is Anyone's, It Is Sunny Uncle's'

'If Border Is Anyone's, It Is Sunny Uncle's'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

'Sunny sir keeps me distracted from my morning sickness.'

Sony Pictures to buy out Indian promoters in MSM for Rs 1,500 cr

Sony Pictures to buy out Indian promoters in MSM for Rs 1,500 cr

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

Sony Pictures Television, a wholly owned subsidiary of the US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, has inked a deal with these shareholders to acquire 32 per cent stake for $271 million (about Rs 1,512 crore).

'The big picture is that you can do business here'

'The big picture is that you can do business here'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

Interview with President & CEO, Viacom International.

STAR India's IPL googly stumps Sony

STAR India's IPL googly stumps Sony

Rediff.com27 Mar 2013

By becoming associate sponsor, STAR Plus brand will get assured mileage on broadcaster SET Max.

Bengal's FIFA fever is Sony's jackpot

Bengal's FIFA fever is Sony's jackpot

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

Believe it or not, the football frenzy across the state has contributed nearly 50 per cent to the network's viewership for this edition of the football tournament.

Sony set to buy ETV's channels

Sony set to buy ETV's channels

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

In what will be the largest media deal in India, Multi-Screen Media (MSM), which runs Sony Television in India, is set to buy Ramoji Rao-owned Eenadu TV's (ETV's) bouquet of 11 regional channels.

Sony, BBC in alliance for India business

Sony, BBC in alliance for India business

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

BBC to join OneAlliance platform, to outsource sales to MSM.

Sony warms up for new game plan

Sony warms up for new game plan

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

By winning FIFA broadcast rights and focusing on new genres, Sony Six hopes to create a niche.

Star TV subsidiary wins IPL media rights for Rs 302 crore

Star TV subsidiary wins IPL media rights for Rs 302 crore

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

Novi Digital Entertainment Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Star India Private Limited, has secured certain media rights relating to the Indian Premier League for Rs 302.2 crore over a three-season period, the Board of Control for Cricket in India announced on Tuesday.

Star Group bags Indian cricket's broadcast rights

Star Group bags Indian cricket's broadcast rights

Rediff.com2 Apr 2012

The Star Group beat back competition from Multi Screen Media (Sony) to bag the six-year broadcast and digital rights for India's international cricket matches at home and domestic events, like Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy and the Irani Trophy. Star, in collaboration with ESPNCricinfo, bagged the broadcast, Internet and mobile rights in India for a period of six years, starting July 2012 till March 2018.

'Original copies of some IPL contracts with Modi'

'Original copies of some IPL contracts with Modi'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

BCCI CAO Ratnakar Shetty said suspended IPL commissioner Lalit Modi did not provide the Board with original papers of some of the contracts, including those of three losing bids in the inaugural IPL and media rights deal with Multi Screen Media.

IPL on turning track, broadcast revenue down by a third

IPL on turning track, broadcast revenue down by a third

Rediff.com28 May 2012

Multi-Screen Media (MSM), which runs the league's official broadcaster, SET Max, is likely to see a nearly 30 per cent drop in ad revenues this season, given the hard bargains most companies have driven.

OneAlliance in talks to join ZEE-Star JV

OneAlliance in talks to join ZEE-Star JV

Rediff.com25 May 2011

A top source in OneAlliance confirmed they were looking to join the JV. He did not give details.

WSG head admits receiving bribe for IPL TV rights

WSG head admits receiving bribe for IPL TV rights

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

Venu Nair, World Sports Group (WSG) has reportedly told IT officials on Friday that Multi-Screen Media (MSM) did pay WSG Rs 225 crore or $80 million as kickbacks for IPL telecast rights.

Modi starts talks with SET's shareholders

Modi starts talks with SET's shareholders

Rediff.com14 Aug 2008

The negotiations were shelved following a difference of opinion on prices. "We intend to close both the deals by September," said a highly-placed source with MCorp, the holding company for B K Modi's group of companies.

After CEO, Sony TV loses business head, others

After CEO, Sony TV loses business head, others

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

On February 18, CEO Kunal Das Gupta had put in his papers. Company sources say around a dozen senior executives also resigned with Almeida on Thursday. Based on viewership ratings, Sony TV is currently a distant fourth in the rankings of entertainment channels, behind Star Plus, Colors, and Zee TV.

'Found evidence of facilitation fee for TV rights'

'Found evidence of facilitation fee for TV rights'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

The Income Tax department probing alleged irregular transactions in the IPL has got "convincing evidence" of payment of "facilitation fee" to World Sports Group (WSG) by Multi-Screen Media (MSM) for acquiring T20 league's telecast rights, a senior officer said in Mumbai on Thursday.

How IPL became a billion dollar brand

How IPL became a billion dollar brand

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

The football-style, franchise-based Indian Premier League (IPL) almost overnight became a multi-billion dollar brand.

War of reality shows on TV

War of reality shows on TV

Rediff.com13 Jul 2009

Beginning Monday, a slew of new non-fiction shows will hit the idiot box.

KBC crosses the floor to Sony

KBC crosses the floor to Sony

Rediff.com5 Feb 2009

Channel also acquires rights to Slumdog Millionnaire.