A Message from the Editor

MONINA EUGENIO EDITOR

Dear Reader,

Now that we are several months into the COVID pandemic, a lot of us have most likely adjusted to the new normal. While movement may be limited, for now, technology has made it possible for us to still make meaningful connections.

An example of this is the 2020 MIPCOM Online+ which will allow us to network virtually from the safety of home.

In this issue of Television Asia Plus, our cover story takes a look at the evolving tastes of Asian consumers in OTT and pay-TV viewership during the pandemic and how companies like Netflix and A+E Networks are adapting.

We also talked to the newlyappointed Managing Director of pocket.watch, Anshuman Misra, and TV5 CEO Robert P. Galang in our C-Suite section.

Next, we feature Taiwan’s rising star of short formats Studio76, headed by Dennis Yang. We also zeroed in on ZEE5 Global’s content offerings that put Indian superwomen front and centre. There are also insightful stories on how to monetise OTT by Matt Kossatz; bringing video game magic to the big screen and how this affects the future of filmmaking by Quentin Staes-Polet; video production innovation in Asia by Elliott Renton; and an op-ed on how 5G will change the game for OTT streaming by Paolo Cuttoreli.

It could take some time before we can all meet in person, but for now, we hope you enjoy the latest issue of Television Asia Plus right from the comforts of your home.