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Jetix - news archive

This is an archive of news about Jetix. Some links may no longer work, due to the transient nature of the internet.

Three Sony TV executives quit
From Biz Asia. Posted July 13 2007, 3.00pm
Two executives from Sony Entertainment Television Asia's operations in India have left, it’s been confirmed. Chief creative officer Sandip Sikand who has been responsible for hit reality show 'Bigg Boss' is currently working his notice period. SET EVP and business head Albert Almeida confirmed the developments. Sandip has been with Sony TV since August 2006 and prior to that worked as creative head at Balaji Telefilms. Also on the way out from India's number 3 entertainment channel is Anupama Mandloi. The former programming head will be joining STAR Plus as content head. STAR officials confirmed the news; however refuse to divulge further details until an official announcement is made next week. Last month, ZEE TV's Vivek Behl was poached by STAR as creative head to focus on fictional content across STAR Plus and STAR One. More locally, Kiran Patel, Sony TV UK's marketing executive has left to join Jetix (Disney). During her tenure at the channel, the 24-year old was responsible for various marketing strategies for the flagship service. (more)

Jetix report reveals habits and tastes of Europe's children
From Brand Republic. Posted December 15 2006, 11.12am
LONDON - Games consoles, TVs and mobile phones have eclipsed clothes and toys among consumer items favoured by children, according to a survey among seven- to 14-year-olds by European children's televison network Jetix Europe. (more)

Jetix and UKTV Drama get interactive
From Digital Spy. Posted December 4 2006, 3.19pm
Ensequence announces deals with Jetix UK and UKTV Drama for new interactive features on the channels. (more)