<p>Maharashtra Cyber Wing has summoned Indian actress Tamannaah Bhatia for questioning in connection to the illegal streaming of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 matches on an application called Fairplay, a sister app of Mahadev&nbsp;betting app. The app has violated the broadcasting rights of Viacom 18 group, according to ANI report.<br />
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Bhatia has been summoned for allegedly promoting the viewing of the IPL matches on the Fairplay betting app. She has been asked to appear before the Cyber Cell for questioning and record her statement as a witness on April 29.</p>

<p>According to reports, actor Sanjay Dutt's name too has emerged in connection with the case. He was to appear for questioning this week but due to his schedule, he could not appear and requested a new date.<br />
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According to the news agency, the illegal streaming caused Viacom a loss of millions of rupees.<br />
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Earlier, Bollywood singer and rapper Badshah and the managers of actors Sanjay Dutt and Jacqueline Fernandez were also quizzed by the Maharashtra cyber police for allegedly promoting the betting app and urging viewers to tune in on the application to watch the cricket matches.<br />
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<strong>What's the case?</strong><br />
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The case dates back to 2023 when Viacom 18 lodged an FIR and alleged that some of the IPL 2023 matches were illegally streamed on Fairplay, and many actors endorsed and promoted the betting application.&nbsp;<br />
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Viacom18 owns several television channels and the OTT platform, VOOT. In October 2021, its anti-piracy team learnt that there were seven apps—Pikashow, Foxi, Vedu, Smart Player Lite, Film Plus, Tea TV and Wow TV—that were illegally showing serials, reality shows and other content which are exclusive to Viacom 18 platform.<br />
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Maharashtra Cyber Wing has summoned Indian actress Tamannaah Bhatia for questioning in connection to the illegal streaming of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 matches on an application called Fairplay, a sister app of Mahadev betting app.

Maharashtra Cyber Wing has summoned Indian actress Tamannaah Bhatia for questioning in connection to the illegal streaming of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 matches on an application called Fairplay, a sister app of Mahadev betting app. The app has violated the broadcasting rights of Viacom 18 group, according to ANI report. Bhatia has been summoned for allegedly promoting the viewing of the IPL matches on the Fairplay betting app. She has been asked to appear before the Cyber Cell for questioning and record her statement as a witness on April 29. According to reports, actor Sanjay Dutt's name too has emerged in connection with the case. He was to appear for questioning this week but due to his schedule, he could not appear and requested a new date. According to the news agency, the illegal streaming caused Viacom a loss of millions of rupees. Earlier, Bollywood singer and rapper Badshah and the managers of actors Sanjay Dutt and Jacqueline Fernandez were also quizzed by the Maharashtra cyber police for allegedly promoting the betting app and urging viewers to tune in on the application to watch the cricket matches. What's the case? The case dates back to 2023 when Viacom 18 lodged an FIR and alleged that some of the IPL 2023 matches were illegally streamed on Fairplay, and many actors endorsed and promoted the betting application. Viacom18 owns several television channels and the OTT platform, VOOT. In October 2021, its anti-piracy team learnt that there were seven apps—Pikashow, Foxi, Vedu, Smart Player Lite, Film Plus, Tea TV and Wow TV—that were illegally showing serials, reality shows and other content which are exclusive to Viacom 18 platform.

Tamannaah Bhatia summoned for questioning over illegal streaming of IPL matches

<p>Viacom 18 – which had previously won the digital rights of the Indian Premier League (IPL) alongside linear and digital properties of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), has bagged the media rights of BCCI’s home international matches for the next five years. Viacom 18 won digital and television rights, agreeing to spend INR 678 million per game.</p>

<p>Viacom 18 – supported by Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries and led by Uday Shankar, will contribute INR 59664 million over the next five years. The final price of INR 678 million per match reflects the higher price (by INR 7.8 crores or 12.92%) than the previous cycle’s value and also fulfils BCCI’s condition that exceeds INR 60 crore&nbsp;per game.</p>

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<p>Viacom 18 broadcasts live action on JioCinema App (on mobile and desktop) and Sports 18 (on TV) and will screen 88 India’s international home games (25 Tests, 27 ODIs and 36 T20Is) for the next five years, commencing with the upcoming India-Australia ODI series in September and ending in March 2028.</p>

<p>Jay Shah, BCCI’s secretary, also confirmed the news on X (previously known as Twitter), writing, "Viacom 18 will broadcast 88 games over the course of five years in an agreement that concludes in March 2028 and commences with a three-match ODI series against Australia at the end of September."</p>

<p>"Congratulations @viacom18 for winning the @BCC Media Rights for both linear and digital for the next 5 years. India Cricket will continue to grow in both spaces as after @IPL, and @wplt20, we extend the partnership @BCCI Media Rights as well. Together we will continue to capture the imagination of cricket fans."</p>

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<p>Shah also thanked the outgoing broadcaster, Star India, which is currently hosting the Asia Cup 2023 (co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka), "Also a big thank you to @starindia @DisneyPlusHS for your support over the years. You played a key role in making India Cricket reach its fans across the globe (sic)."</p>

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<h2>India, BCCI set for home World Cup</h2>

<p>With white-ball cricket taking the spotlight with the commencement of several series, including the Asia Cup, South Africa vs. Australia and New Zealand’s limited-overs tour of England, all teams are gearing up for the upcoming World Cup in India, starting October 5.</p>

<p>While last time’s finalists, New Zealand and England, will play the opener in Ahmedabad, a day after the opening ceremony at the same venue, hosts India will begin its CWC campaign against former five-time champions Australia on October 8 in Chennai.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the marquee clash against Pakistan will be played on October 14 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.</p>

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Viacom 18 – which had previously won the digital rights of the Indian Premier League (IPL) alongside linear and digital properties of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), has bagged the media rights of BCCI’s home international matches for the next five years.

Viacom 18 – which had previously won the digital rights of the Indian Premier League (IPL) alongside linear and digital properties of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), has bagged the media rights of BCCI’s home international matches for the next five years. Viacom 18 won digital and television rights, agreeing to spend INR 678 million per game. Viacom 18 – supported by Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries and led by Uday Shankar, will contribute INR 59664 million over the next five years. The final price of INR 678 million per match reflects the higher price (by INR 7.8 crores or 12.92%) than the previous cycle’s value and also fulfils BCCI’s condition that exceeds INR 60 crore per game. ALSO READ: Record-breaker Prithvi Shaw to return to play for Northamptonshire in 2024 Viacom 18 broadcasts live action on JioCinema App (on mobile and desktop) and Sports 18 (on TV) and will screen 88 India’s international home games (25 Tests, 27 ODIs and 36 T20Is) for the next five years, commencing with the upcoming India-Australia ODI series in September and ending in March 2028. Jay Shah, BCCI’s secretary, also confirmed the news on X (previously known as Twitter), writing, "Viacom 18 will broadcast 88 games over the course of five years in an agreement that concludes in March 2028 and commences with a three-match ODI series against Australia at the end of September." "Congratulations @viacom18 for winning the @BCC Media Rights for both linear and digital for the next 5 years. India Cricket will continue to grow in both spaces as after @IPL, and @wplt20, we extend the partnership @BCCI Media Rights as well. Together we will continue to capture the imagination of cricket fans." Congratulations @viacom18 🤝 for winning the @BCCI Media Rights for both linear and digital for the next 5 years. India Cricket will continue to grow in both spaces as after @IPL, and @wplt20, we extend the partnership @BCCI Media Rights as well. Together we will continue to… — Jay Shah (@JayShah) August 31, 2023 × Shah also thanked the outgoing broadcaster, Star India, which is currently hosting the Asia Cup 2023 (co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka), "Also a big thank you to @starindia @DisneyPlusHS for your support over the years. You played a key role in making India Cricket reach its fans across the globe (sic)." Also a big thank you to @starindia @DisneyPlusHS for your support over the years. You played a key role in making India Cricket reach its fans across the globe. 2/2 — Jay Shah (@JayShah) August 31, 2023 × India, BCCI set for home World Cup With white-ball cricket taking the spotlight with the commencement of several series, including the Asia Cup, South Africa vs. Australia and New Zealand’s limited-overs tour of England, all teams are gearing up for the upcoming World Cup in India, starting October 5. While last time’s finalists, New Zealand and England, will play the opener in Ahmedabad, a day after the opening ceremony at the same venue, hosts India will begin its CWC campaign against former five-time champions Australia on October 8 in Chennai. Meanwhile, the marquee clash against Pakistan will be played on October 14 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Viacom 18 bags BCCI media rights for digital and TV for next five years, to spend INR 678 million per match

<p>The IPL media rights auction was a huge hit. It created a huge stir on social media platforms as many were hooked to know the results of the auction for the IPL 2023-27 cycle. The three-day affair concluded on Tuesday evening (June 14) with Disney Star retaining the broadcasting rights for the Indian subcontinent, for INR&nbsp;23,575 crore (INR 235.75 billion), whereas Viacom 18 fetched the digital rights for the same region -- for INR 20,500 crore (INR 205 billion) -- along with also securing the rights for 18 special matches during each IPL season (for&nbsp;INR 3,273&nbsp;crore, i.e. INR&nbsp;32.73 billion).</p>

<p>Further, Viacom 18 and Times Internet combined to secure the rights for combined TV and digital rights for&nbsp;the overseas markets. Thus, BCCI had a field day as the richest cricket board, worldwide, is set to&nbsp;generate revenue directly from media rights for INR 48,390 crore. Thus, it&nbsp;takes the revenue generated courtesy of media rights per game to a whopping INR 118 crore (INR 1180 million).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-media-rights-auction-disney-star-viacom18-among-winners-as-bcci-earn-unimaginable-amount-488118"><strong>IPL media rights auction: Disney Star, Viacom18 among winners as BCCI earns UNIMAGINABLE amount</strong></a></p>

<p><strong>Here's revealing some crazy numbers behind IPL 2023-27 media rights sale:</strong></p>

<p>1) Sourav Ganguly-led BCCI is set&nbsp;be earn a total of 48,390 for 410 games during the upcoming 2023-27 cycle.</p>

<p>2) Thus, the per-match revenue will be INR 118 crore (INR 1180 million)</p>

<p>3) The per-over return will be INR 2.95 crore, which is INR 29.5 million</p>

<p>4) The per ball-bowled revenue will&nbsp;be an unimaginable INR 49 lakh; i.e. INR 4.9 million.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/zee-entertainment-enterprises-releases-official-statement-after-transparent-ipl-media-rights-auction-488179">Zee Entertainment Enterprises releases official statement after 'transparent' IPL media rights auction</a></strong></p>

<p>After the end of proceedings, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah lauded the growth of IPL -- which is the world's second-most lucrative sports league after NFL -- and wrote on Twitter,&nbsp;"India has seen a digital revolution &amp; the sector has endless potential. The digital landscape has changed the way cricket is watched. It has been a big factor in the growth of the game &amp; the Digital India vision. Since its inception, the IPL has been synonymous with growth &amp; today is a red-letter day for India Cricket, with Brand IPL touching a new high with e-auction resulting in INR 48,390 cr value. IPL is now the 2nd most valued sporting league in the world in terms of per match value!"</p>

<p>Further, Shah spilled the beans on IPL's future while talking to&nbsp;PTI&nbsp;and revealed, "Let me inform you that from the next ICC FTP calendar, IPL will have an official two-and-a-half-month window so that all the top international cricketers can participate. We have had discussions with various boards as well as the ICC."</p>


The IPL media rights auction was a huge hit. It created a huge stir on social media platforms as many were hooked to know the results of the auction for the IPL 2023-27 cycle.

The IPL media rights auction was a huge hit. It created a huge stir on social media platforms as many were hooked to know the results of the auction for the IPL 2023-27 cycle. The three-day affair concluded on Tuesday evening (June 14) with Disney Star retaining the broadcasting rights for the Indian subcontinent, for INR 23,575 crore (INR 235.75 billion), whereas Viacom 18 fetched the digital rights for the same region -- for INR 20,500 crore (INR 205 billion) -- along with also securing the rights for 18 special matches during each IPL season (for INR 3,273 crore, i.e. INR 32.73 billion). Further, Viacom 18 and Times Internet combined to secure the rights for combined TV and digital rights for the overseas markets. Thus, BCCI had a field day as the richest cricket board, worldwide, is set to generate revenue directly from media rights for INR 48,390 crore. Thus, it takes the revenue generated courtesy of media rights per game to a whopping INR 118 crore (INR 1180 million). ALSO READ | IPL media rights auction: Disney Star, Viacom18 among winners as BCCI earns UNIMAGINABLE amount Here's revealing some crazy numbers behind IPL 2023-27 media rights sale: 1) Sourav Ganguly-led BCCI is set be earn a total of 48,390 for 410 games during the upcoming 2023-27 cycle. 2) Thus, the per-match revenue will be INR 118 crore (INR 1180 million) 3) The per-over return will be INR 2.95 crore, which is INR 29.5 million 4) The per ball-bowled revenue will be an unimaginable INR 49 lakh; i.e. INR 4.9 million. ALSO READ | Zee Entertainment Enterprises releases official statement after 'transparent' IPL media rights auction After the end of proceedings, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah lauded the growth of IPL -- which is the world's second-most lucrative sports league after NFL -- and wrote on Twitter, "India has seen a digital revolution & the sector has endless potential. The digital landscape has changed the way cricket is watched. It has been a big factor in the growth of the game & the Digital India vision. Since its inception, the IPL has been synonymous with growth & today is a red-letter day for India Cricket, with Brand IPL touching a new high with e-auction resulting in INR 48,390 cr value. IPL is now the 2nd most valued sporting league in the world in terms of per match value!" Further, Shah spilled the beans on IPL's future while talking to PTI and revealed, "Let me inform you that from the next ICC FTP calendar, IPL will have an official two-and-a-half-month window so that all the top international cricketers can participate. We have had discussions with various boards as well as the ICC."

BCCI to earn HUMONGOUSLY per ball! Unimaginable numbers behind IPL 2023-27 media rights auction

<p>After two days of drama and action, the IPL media rights auction has finally come to a fitting end with a huge inflow of money&nbsp;for the BCCI. The television rights for the Indian subcontinent have been secured by Disney Star for a whopping INR 23,575 crore (INR 235.75 billion)&nbsp;whereas the digital rights -- for the same region -- have gone to Viacom18 for INR 20,500 crore (INR 205 billion). Thus, there will be two broadcasters for IPL for the next five years, from 2023 to 2027.</p>

<p>Package C, a special set of 98 matches for a&nbsp;five-year period,&nbsp;resumed the third day's auction on&nbsp;Tuesday (June 14). It was also fetched by Viacom18 for INR 3,273&nbsp;crore (INR 32.73 billion)&nbsp;-- giving it the rights for 18 exclusive IPL games, including the tournament-opener, final,&nbsp;and&nbsp;evening games during the weekends. Lastly, Package D -- which concluded the entire proceedings -- went for INR 1,058 crore (INR 10.58 billion) with Viacom18 and Times Internet securing the rights.</p>

<p>It is to be noted that the BCCI earned a staggering&nbsp;INR 48,390.52 crore, more than two and a half times more than the previous media rights auction which was held in 2018 (with an overall value of Rs 16,347 crore). In addition,&nbsp;the per match value of the two digital packages (i.e. B and C) is a whopping&nbsp;INR 23,773 crore, which is more&nbsp;than the total amount for the tv rights (INR&nbsp;23,575 crore).&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/unbelievable-bcci-to-earn-whopping-amount-per-ipl-game-following-tv-digital-rights-auction-report-487758"><strong>UNBELIEVABLE! BCCI to earn WHOPPING amount per IPL game following TV, digital rights auction - Report</strong></a></p>

<p><strong>Here's what all the packages stand for</strong></p>

<p><strong>Package A -&nbsp;</strong>It is solely for the Indian sub-continent exclusive TV (broadcast) rights, which had a&nbsp;base price being at INR 490 million per&nbsp;game<br />
<strong>Package B - </strong>Catering&nbsp;to the Indian sub-continent with exclusive digital (streaming) rights. The base price was set at INR 330 million per encounter<br />
<strong>Package C -</strong>&nbsp;The third and penultimate package is&nbsp;for selected 18 games (such as tournament-opener, final, etc.)&nbsp;in every season for digital space (non-exclusive). The base price was set at INR 110 million for every such game<br />
<strong>Package D&nbsp;</strong>- This includes all encounters&nbsp;for combined TV and digital rights catering to the overseas markets, which had a base price of&nbsp;INR 30 million per&nbsp;game</p>

<p><strong>TOTAL VALUES</strong></p>

<p><strong>Package A:</strong> INR 23,575 crore (INR 57.50 cr per game for as many as 410 matches)</p>

<p><strong>Package B:</strong> INR 20,500 crore (INR 50 cr per match for same number of fixtures)</p>

<p><strong>Package C:</strong> INR 3,257.52 crore (INR 33.24 cr per encounter for 98 special matches)</p>

<p><strong>Package D: </strong>INR&nbsp;1,058 crore (for combined TV, digital rights for overseas)</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/absolutely-sunil-gavaskar-reacts-after-value-of-ipl-media-rights-goes-through-the-roof-488011"><strong>'Absolutely.....' - Sunil Gavaskar reacts after value of IPL media rights goes through the roof</strong></a></p>

<p>Before the end of proceedings, BCCI Treasurer Arun tweeted saying, "So digital turned out to be bigger than linear TV this season in #IPLMediaRights. I would like to thank all the participants for their interest in the best “Made in India” &nbsp;sports property. In my view the transparency of the whole process is truly Winner no.1.Big thanks to fans!"</p>

<p>When the opening day of the media rights auction commenced, on Sunday (June 12), it was revealed that IPL is now the second most lucrative sports league&nbsp;worldwide after the NFL. What started as a tournament with a lot of certainties riding on it, the IPL has come a long way since its inception in 2008.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thus, BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly also recently expressed his happiness seeing IPL's remarkable rise and said while speaking at the India Leadership Council event, "I've seen the game evolve, where players like me earned a few hundreds and now have the potential of earning crores. This game is run by the fans, by the people of this country, and by the BCCI, which was formed by cricket fans. This sport is strong and will continue to evolve. The IPL generates more revenue than the English Premier League. It makes me feel happy and proud that the sport I love has evolved to become so strong."</p>


After two days of drama and action, the IPL media rights auction has finally come to a fitting end with a huge inflow of money for the BCCI. The television rights for the Indian subcontinent have been secured by Disney Star for a whopping INR 23,575 crore (INR 235.

After two days of drama and action, the IPL media rights auction has finally come to a fitting end with a huge inflow of money for the BCCI. The television rights for the Indian subcontinent have been secured by Disney Star for a whopping INR 23,575 crore (INR 235.75 billion) whereas the digital rights -- for the same region -- have gone to Viacom18 for INR 20,500 crore (INR 205 billion). Thus, there will be two broadcasters for IPL for the next five years, from 2023 to 2027. Package C, a special set of 98 matches for a five-year period, resumed the third day's auction on Tuesday (June 14). It was also fetched by Viacom18 for INR 3,273 crore (INR 32.73 billion) -- giving it the rights for 18 exclusive IPL games, including the tournament-opener, final, and evening games during the weekends. Lastly, Package D -- which concluded the entire proceedings -- went for INR 1,058 crore (INR 10.58 billion) with Viacom18 and Times Internet securing the rights. It is to be noted that the BCCI earned a staggering INR 48,390.52 crore, more than two and a half times more than the previous media rights auction which was held in 2018 (with an overall value of Rs 16,347 crore). In addition, the per match value of the two digital packages (i.e. B and C) is a whopping INR 23,773 crore, which is more than the total amount for the tv rights (INR 23,575 crore). ALSO READ | UNBELIEVABLE! BCCI to earn WHOPPING amount per IPL game following TV, digital rights auction - Report Here's what all the packages stand for Package A - It is solely for the Indian sub-continent exclusive TV (broadcast) rights, which had a base price being at INR 490 million per game Package B - Catering to the Indian sub-continent with exclusive digital (streaming) rights. The base price was set at INR 330 million per encounter Package C - The third and penultimate package is for selected 18 games (such as tournament-opener, final, etc.) in every season for digital space (non-exclusive). The base price was set at INR 110 million for every such game Package D - This includes all encounters for combined TV and digital rights catering to the overseas markets, which had a base price of INR 30 million per game TOTAL VALUES Package A: INR 23,575 crore (INR 57.50 cr per game for as many as 410 matches) Package B: INR 20,500 crore (INR 50 cr per match for same number of fixtures) Package C: INR 3,257.52 crore (INR 33.24 cr per encounter for 98 special matches) Package D: INR 1,058 crore (for combined TV, digital rights for overseas) ALSO READ | 'Absolutely.....' - Sunil Gavaskar reacts after value of IPL media rights goes through the roof Before the end of proceedings, BCCI Treasurer Arun tweeted saying, "So digital turned out to be bigger than linear TV this season in #IPLMediaRights. I would like to thank all the participants for their interest in the best “Made in India” sports property. In my view the transparency of the whole process is truly Winner no.1.Big thanks to fans!" When the opening day of the media rights auction commenced, on Sunday (June 12), it was revealed that IPL is now the second most lucrative sports league worldwide after the NFL. What started as a tournament with a lot of certainties riding on it, the IPL has come a long way since its inception in 2008. Thus, BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly also recently expressed his happiness seeing IPL's remarkable rise and said while speaking at the India Leadership Council event, "I've seen the game evolve, where players like me earned a few hundreds and now have the potential of earning crores. This game is run by the fans, by the people of this country, and by the BCCI, which was formed by cricket fans. This sport is strong and will continue to evolve. The IPL generates more revenue than the English Premier League. It makes me feel happy and proud that the sport I love has evolved to become so strong."

IPL media rights auction: Disney Star, Viacom18 among winners as BCCI earns UNIMAGINABLE amount

<p>There is an intense bidding war between some of the biggest media houses and conglomerates in the ongoing e-auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) media rights. The IPL media rights for the upcoming five-year cycle from 2023 to 2027 are up for grabs at the ongoing e-auction. Disney Star, Sony, Zee, SuperSport and Viacom 18/Reliance are some of the major contenders in the fray to clinch the broadcasting rights of the biggest T20 league in the world for the next five years.</p>

<p>The e-auction for the IPl media rights for the 2023-27 cycle got underway at around 11 AM IST on June 12 (Sunday) with packages A and B going under the hammer first. The media rights have been categorised into a total of four packages by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) this time around.</p>

<p>Package A consists of the TV rights for the Indian subcontinents while package B consists of the digital rights for the Indian subcontinent. Package C is a special bouquet of 18 matches, including some weekend games and playoffs while package D consists of the TV and digital rights of the rest of the world.</p>

<p>While the IPL media rights auction is not being televised, as per the latest reports the combined bidding for packages A and B has already crossed the Rs 42,0000 crore (approx $5.3 billion) mark and the interested parties are still locked in an intense battle to secure the media rights for the next five-year cycle.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-media-rights-with-12-million-per-match-ipl-only-behind-nfl-as-worlds-2nd-most-lucrative-sports-league-487443">&nbsp;With $12 million per match, IPL only behind NFL as world's 2nd most lucrative sports league</a></p>

<p>With the bidding reaching the $5.3 billon-mark, it has already more than doubled from its value in the last five-year cycle. Star had bought the IPL media rights for the 2018 to 2022 cycle for a sum of Rs&nbsp;16,347 crore (approx $2.5 billion) back then.</p>

<p><strong>When will the winner of IPL media rights 2023-27 cycle be declared?</strong></p>

<p>The bidding war on Day 1 of the auction ie Sunday (June 12) will go on till 6 PM IST. The auction will then move to the next day and the winner will be announced only after the bidding war for all four packages has been concluded. The result of the auction is expected to come late on Monday or Tuesday.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-generates-more-revenue-than-english-premier-league-claims-bcci-president-sourav-ganguly-487487">IPL generates more revenue than English Premier League, claims BCCI president Sourav Ganguly</a></p>

<p>The base price of the IPL media rights combined was set at around Rs 32,890 crore (Approx 4.2 billion USD), however, it has already crossed the Rs 42,000 crore ($5.3 billion)-mark with packages C and D yet to go under the hammer. By the end of the e-auction for the IPL media rights, BCCI can expect the value of the tournament to go up significantly and rank among the most lucrative sporting leagues in the world.</p>

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There is an intense bidding war between some of the biggest media houses and conglomerates in the ongoing e-auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) media rights.

There is an intense bidding war between some of the biggest media houses and conglomerates in the ongoing e-auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) media rights. The IPL media rights for the upcoming five-year cycle from 2023 to 2027 are up for grabs at the ongoing e-auction. Disney Star, Sony, Zee, SuperSport and Viacom 18/Reliance are some of the major contenders in the fray to clinch the broadcasting rights of the biggest T20 league in the world for the next five years. The e-auction for the IPl media rights for the 2023-27 cycle got underway at around 11 AM IST on June 12 (Sunday) with packages A and B going under the hammer first. The media rights have been categorised into a total of four packages by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) this time around. Package A consists of the TV rights for the Indian subcontinents while package B consists of the digital rights for the Indian subcontinent. Package C is a special bouquet of 18 matches, including some weekend games and playoffs while package D consists of the TV and digital rights of the rest of the world. While the IPL media rights auction is not being televised, as per the latest reports the combined bidding for packages A and B has already crossed the Rs 42,0000 crore (approx $5.3 billion) mark and the interested parties are still locked in an intense battle to secure the media rights for the next five-year cycle. Also Read: With $12 million per match, IPL only behind NFL as world's 2nd most lucrative sports league With the bidding reaching the $5.3 billon-mark, it has already more than doubled from its value in the last five-year cycle. Star had bought the IPL media rights for the 2018 to 2022 cycle for a sum of Rs 16,347 crore (approx $2.5 billion) back then. When will the winner of IPL media rights 2023-27 cycle be declared? The bidding war on Day 1 of the auction ie Sunday (June 12) will go on till 6 PM IST. The auction will then move to the next day and the winner will be announced only after the bidding war for all four packages has been concluded. The result of the auction is expected to come late on Monday or Tuesday. Also Read: IPL generates more revenue than English Premier League, claims BCCI president Sourav Ganguly The base price of the IPL media rights combined was set at around Rs 32,890 crore (Approx 4.2 billion USD), however, it has already crossed the Rs 42,000 crore ($5.3 billion)-mark with packages C and D yet to go under the hammer. By the end of the e-auction for the IPL media rights, BCCI can expect the value of the tournament to go up significantly and rank among the most lucrative sporting leagues in the world.

IPL media rights bidding war crosses $5.3 billion mark, more than double of previous value - Reports

<p>Viacom18 Studios is collaborating with one of India’s top production houses - Dharma Productions to bring forth the best actors and directors to the big screen with the most awaited Hindi films.</p>

<p>The two have announced four star-studded projects.</p>

<p>Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions will collaborate on films such as Karan Johar directorial ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’ starring Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Ranveer Singh &amp; Alia Bhatt; Raj Mehta directed ‘Jug Jugg Jeeyo’ starring Anil Kapoor, Neetu Singh Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani; Shakun Batra’s next starring Deepika Padukone, Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi &amp; Dhairya Karwa, as well as Shashank Khaitan’s next featuring Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani and Bhumi Pednekar.</p>

<p>Speaking about the partnership, Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Studios, said, “As Viacom18 Studios scales up and begins a new chapter, we are looking at key partnerships with creators who shape mainstream entertainment. Collaborating to build a slate of films further strengthens our long-term association with Karan and Dharma Productions.”</p>

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<p>Filmmaker Karan Johar added, “In Viacom18 Studios and Ajit, we have a partner who not only shares our vision in storytelling but also has our approach to differentiated cinema. Dharma Productions has been committed to entertaining movie-goers world over with every film and this partnership will further enable it.”</p>

<p>Apoorva Mehta, CEO, Dharma Productions said, “The partnership with Viacom18 Studios is a significant step for Dharma as together we gear up to bring back the best of Hindi cinema to theatrical audiences. We believe that strategic alliances are the way forward for the film industry and this partnership is the stepping-stone to a long-term alliance.”</p>

<p>Currently, these films are in various stages of production and are expected to release over the next 18-24 months.&nbsp;</p>

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Viacom18 Studios is collaborating with one of India’s top production houses - Dharma Productions to bring forth the best actors and directors to the big screen with the most awaited Hindi films.

Viacom18 Studios is collaborating with one of India’s top production houses - Dharma Productions to bring forth the best actors and directors to the big screen with the most awaited Hindi films. The two have announced four star-studded projects. Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions will collaborate on films such as Karan Johar directorial ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’ starring Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Ranveer Singh & Alia Bhatt; Raj Mehta directed ‘Jug Jugg Jeeyo’ starring Anil Kapoor, Neetu Singh Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani; Shakun Batra’s next starring Deepika Padukone, Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi & Dhairya Karwa, as well as Shashank Khaitan’s next featuring Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani and Bhumi Pednekar. Speaking about the partnership, Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Studios, said, “As Viacom18 Studios scales up and begins a new chapter, we are looking at key partnerships with creators who shape mainstream entertainment. Collaborating to build a slate of films further strengthens our long-term association with Karan and Dharma Productions.” Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon, Eli AvrRam cast in 'Ganapath', a film set in 2030s James Corden slammed for calling BTS Army '15-year-old girls', deletes video Filmmaker Karan Johar added, “In Viacom18 Studios and Ajit, we have a partner who not only shares our vision in storytelling but also has our approach to differentiated cinema. Dharma Productions has been committed to entertaining movie-goers world over with every film and this partnership will further enable it.” Apoorva Mehta, CEO, Dharma Productions said, “The partnership with Viacom18 Studios is a significant step for Dharma as together we gear up to bring back the best of Hindi cinema to theatrical audiences. We believe that strategic alliances are the way forward for the film industry and this partnership is the stepping-stone to a long-term alliance.” Currently, these films are in various stages of production and are expected to release over the next 18-24 months. Justin Bieber: Touring can be grueling, you just learn how to say no

Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions team up, announce 4 projects

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/first-look-deepika-padukone-as-queen-of-chittor-in-padmavati-20470">Last week, Deepika Padukone shared the first look of her character Rani Padmini </a>and this Monday morning the world woke up to Shahid Kapoor sharing the first look of his character&nbsp;Rawal Ratan Singh from Sanjay Leela Bhansali&#39;s much-talked-about film &quot;Padmavati&quot;.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the film, Deepika Padukone features in the title role as Rani Padmini while Shahid Kapoor plays &nbsp;the role of her husband. Ranveer Singh, who will be seen in a dark role for the first time,&nbsp;plays&nbsp;Alauddin Khilji.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 36-year-old actor shared two posters from his upcoming film on social media with a caption that read, &quot;<i>Maharawal Ratan Singh. Saahas, Samarthya aur samaan ka prateek</i>. #MahaRatanRawalSingh #Padmavati @FilmPadmavati.&quot;</p>

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<p>This poster of Shahid Kapoor shows him standing in a battlefield with a fierce and royal look.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;The posters have created an excitement amongst the fans.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Woah! <a href="https://twitter.com/shahidkapoor">@shahidkapoor</a> totally making us awe-struck as Maharawal Ratan Singh in the new poster of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Padmavati?src=hash">#Padmavati</a> ?????<a href="https://twitter.com/Bhansali_Prod">@Bhansali_Prod</a> <a href="https://t.co/b7PBhwGDvk">pic.twitter.com/b7PBhwGDvk</a></p>
&mdash; . Shah...! (@Shahtastic1) <a href="https://twitter.com/Shahtastic1/status/912175806012571648">September 25, 2017</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Padmavati has a unibrow,Ratan Singh has a cut on his cheek! Wonder what would be the distinctive feature of Khilji? Lets see!</p>
&mdash; Anila Velidimalla (@simplyanila) <a href="https://twitter.com/simplyanila/status/912174308100792320">September 25, 2017</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a entry ..... Rajput boys gonna save this pic as their profile Picture. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MahaRawalRatanSingh?src=hash">#MahaRawalRatanSingh</a> Arrives <a href="https://twitter.com/ShobhaIyerSant">@ShobhaIyerSant</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/FilmPadmavati">@FilmPadmavati</a> <a href="https://t.co/1pSUKb5vVC">pic.twitter.com/1pSUKb5vVC</a></p>
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<p>&quot;Padmavati&quot;&nbsp;also stars Aditi Rao Hydari and Jim Sarbh in key roles and will be&nbsp;in theatres on December 1.</p>

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In the film, Deepika Padukone features in the title role as Rani Padmini while Shahid Kapoor plays the role of her husband, Maharawal Ratan Singh. Ranveer Singh will portray the role of historic ruler Alauddin Khilji

Last week, Deepika Padukone shared the first look of her character Rani Padmini and this Monday morning the world woke up to Shahid Kapoor sharing the first look of his character Rawal Ratan Singh from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much-talked-about film "Padmavati". In the film, Deepika Padukone features in the title role as Rani Padmini while Shahid Kapoor plays the role of her husband. Ranveer Singh, who will be seen in a dark role for the first time, plays Alauddin Khilji. The 36-year-old actor shared two posters from his upcoming film on social media with a caption that read, "Maharawal Ratan Singh. Saahas, Samarthya aur samaan ka prateek. #MahaRatanRawalSingh #Padmavati @FilmPadmavati." × This poster of Shahid Kapoor shows him standing in a battlefield with a fierce and royal look. × The posters have created an excitement amongst the fans. Woah! @shahidkapoor totally making us awe-struck as Maharawal Ratan Singh in the new poster of #Padmavati ?????@Bhansali_Prod pic.twitter.com/b7PBhwGDvk — . Shah...! (@Shahtastic1) September 25, 2017 × Padmavati has a unibrow,Ratan Singh has a cut on his cheek! Wonder what would be the distinctive feature of Khilji? Lets see! — Anila Velidimalla (@simplyanila) September 25, 2017 × What a entry ..... Rajput boys gonna save this pic as their profile Picture. #MahaRawalRatanSingh Arrives @ShobhaIyerSant @FilmPadmavati pic.twitter.com/1pSUKb5vVC — Ankit (@BabaFilmy) September 25, 2017 × "Padmavati" also stars Aditi Rao Hydari and Jim Sarbh in key roles and will be in theatres on December 1.

First Look: Shahid Kapoor as Maharawal Ratan Singh in 'Padmavati'

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