Disney+ Confirms Second Season for Korean Drama ‘A Shop For Killers’
The thrilling Korean series A Shop For Killers on Disney+ is set to return with a second season. The initial season followed the intense life of college student Jian, who finds refuge in her childhood home after becoming a target for top-tier assassins. Throughout her ordeal, Jian recalls critical survival skills imparted by her uncle Jinman before his unexplained demise, which prove crucial in her fight for life. The series features Lee Dongwook as Jinman, a retired mercenary, and Kim Hyejun as Jian, the pursued student. Season 2 will introduce Japanese actor Masaki Okada and actress Hyunri to the cast. This announcement aligns with the growing global influence of Korean media, which ranks just behind the U.S. in terms of Netflix viewing hours according to recent studies.
Los Angeles Indian Film Festival to Enhance Industry Days Program
The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles plans to expand its IFFLA Industry Days this year, hosting the event at the Landmark Theatres Sunset on May 8-9. The program aims to cultivate ties between South Asian filmmakers and prominent U.S. industry figures, with representatives from Netflix, Neon, Temple Hill Entertainment, Orion Pictures, Gaumont Television, and NBCUniversal attending. The festival will feature a $10,000 Pitch Competition, multiple panels, and a masterclass. Additionally, the IFFLA Connect initiative will promote selected South Asian and North American film projects. Christina Marouda, IFFLA’s Executive Director, emphasized the success of last year’s inaugural event and the importance of this expanded platform for South Asian creatives to engage with industry leaders and explore diverse projects.
Bert Habets Secures Extended Tenure as CEO of ProSiebenSat.1
Bert Habets has been reappointed as the CEO of ProSiebenSat.1 Media in Germany, securing a further three years with the broadcaster. This reappointment comes at a crucial time as the company faces significant strategic challenges, with shareholders like MediaForEurope and PFF advocating for changes. ProSiebenSat.1’s board remains committed to their strategy centered on the streaming service Joyn. The confirmation of Habets’ contract follows the nomination of Maria Kyriacou as the new chair of the Supervisory Board, succeeding Andreas Wiele, who commented on the stability and confidence this reappointment brings to the company’s future direction.
Applause Entertainment Unveils New Children’s Channel on YouTube
Applause Entertainment in India has launched a new YouTube channel for children named ApplaToon. The channel debuts with the original animated series Kiya & Kayaan, inspired by the Amar Chitra Katha Junior library. Targeting children aged 4 to 8, the series centers on siblings Kiya and Kayaan who discover VR headsets that transport them to Storyland, a magical realm based on classic Indian myths and folklore. Applause has partnered with Amar Chitra Katha to potentially adapt over 400 stories from its extensive library, with Kiya & Kayaan being the inaugural adaptation. The project involves collaborations with various animation studios including Popcorn Animation Studio, Prayan Animation Studio, Living Pixels, and Warnick Studios, and is directed by Sanjeev Sahoo.
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