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Hit Bollywood Movie ‘Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak’ Remade As TV Series

EXCLUSIVE: BBC Studios, the LA-based production behind series such as ABC’s Dancing with the Stars and NBC’s Weakest Link, is staffing up.

During the star-studded evening, The Royal Variety viewers were introduced to comedian Matt Forde. Walking onto the stage with a crutch, he was quick to address the matter. He said: "Thank you.

Karl Warner, the former Channel 4 digital exec, has joined BBC Studios as Executive Vice President of UK Entertainment and Digital Development.

Absolute Radio.He is set to join the station on September 7 and he will host a weekly show in London or in his “very own home-built studio in his garden pub” every Saturday from 8am.Richardson is best known as a team captain on Channel 4’s 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Cats Does Countdown.He has also made several appearances on BBC One’s Have I Got News For You, The Graham Norton Show, The One Show, Channel 4’s Gogglebox and The Last Leg and launched the panel show Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier, which ran on Dave for two seasons.He can also be heard on the podcast Down The Dog with fellow Absolute Radio presenter Matt Forde.Richardson said of his new role in a press release: “Since I was last on the radio the only DJing I get to do is in the car with my daughter, so I’m looking forward to hearing from bands who aren’t The Wiggles or Mr Farts.“I’m incredibly excited about the opportunity to be part of people’s Saturday mornings and allowing my natural energy and enthusiasm for life to be shared with the Absolute Radio listeners.”It comes after Richardson and his wife Lucy Beaumont, who is also a comedian, separated after nine years of marriage earlier this year.In a statement at the time, the couple said they had “jointly and amicably made the difficult decision to divorce and go our separate ways”.They continued: “As our only priority is managing this difficult transition for our daughter, we would ask that our privacy is respected at this sensitive time to protect her well-being.

K.J. Yossman BBC Studios have formed a new division for U.K. entertainment to be headed by Suzy Lamb, Variety has learned.

EXCLUSIVE: BBC Studios Productions, which is behind series such as ABC’s Dancing With The Stars and CBS’ Ghosts, is bringing together its U.S. and UK production teams in a restructure that will see the departure of Valerie Bruce.

Scripted formats were placed front and center of BBC Studios’ panel at Series Mania, as the Doctor Who seller confirmed it is making up to three more versions of Ghosts and has bought Spain’s Brutal Media.

EXCLUSIVE: The race to replace Ralph Lee at the helm of BBC Studios Productions is underway, with the studio signaling its ambition by approaching some of the UK’s top unscripted executives.

BBC Studios Scripted MD Mark Linsey has said the production community “needs to think about how to make drama and comedy at a lower tariff” amidst a tricky economic situation.

K.J. Yossman BBC Studios has merged three areas of its formats business to create a new global entertainment division led by Matt Forde.

Kate Forbes has said the Second Coming of Jesus could happen sooner than a second referendum on Scottish independence.

Manori Ravindran Executive Editor of International BBC Studios has taken a minority stake in Sarah Tyekiff’s unscripted production outfit Mettlemouse Entertainment. The production and distribution powerhouse, which announces its annual earnings on Tuesday, has taken a 25% stake in the company, which was set up by the former Lime Pictures unscripted boss. Tyekiff’s credits include “The Only Way Is Essex,” “Geordie Shore” and “Celebs Go Dating.” She also developed and produced a number of new formats including “Dance Monsters” (Netflix), “Stand Up and Deliver” (Channel 4) and “Who Do You Believe” (ABC).

BBC Studios has bought STV, the Copenhagen-based producer of a local Scandinavian remake of The Office. The Scandi company will be rebranded under a BBC Studios moniker.

K.J. Yossman Actors and creatives from “Star Trek” and “Ghosts” are set to host Master Classes during the Banff World Media Festival in June, Variety can confirm. The two Paramount Global shows will be repped at the 44th edition of the festival, which is set to take place in Banff, Alberta, Canada from June 11-14. The “Star Trek” masterclass will feature “Star Trek: Discovery’s” Sonequa Martin-Green, “Star Trek: Lower Decks’” Tawny Newsome, “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’” Ethan Peck plus Alex Kurtzman, who is an executive producer for the “Star Trek” franchise, and CBS Studios president David Stapf. They will all be on hand do discuss “ushering in the golden age of ‘Trek,’ growing the franchise, and introducing a new generation to this universe all while staying true to what made it a cultural phenomenon 56 years ago,” according to the festival.

Suzy Eddie Izzard said Paul O'Grady 'lived his life well' as she paid tribute to the late star. Lily Savage icon Paul died 'unexpectedly' on Tuesday at the age of 67, his husband announced. Friends, fans, and celebrities have been paying tribute to the TV star - who has been a huge part of many people's lives for many decades.

Eddie Izzard has revealed that she will now go by a new name after wanting to change it since she was 10.

BBC Studios is gearing up for next week’s Showcase event by signing a global first-look deal with former Warner Bros. Australia TV boss Shaun Murphy.

A comedian has caused quite the debate after telling parents not to bring babies to shows.

An Edinburgh Fringe comedian has hit out a parent who "derailed" his show because they wouldn't leave with their baby who was constantly crying.

Anas Sarwar has slammed people who attempt to conflate the campaign for Scottish independence with the partition of India.