Kuala Lumpur, 22 July 2024 – Astro, Malaysia’s leading content and entertainment company has secured a staggering 14 nominations from 27 categories at the upcoming ContentAsia Awards. This remarkable achievement underscores the company's position as a trailblazer in creating compelling and diverse programming that resonates not only with Malaysians but with audiences across Asia.
Astro has consistently pushed boundaries in the Malaysian broadcasting landscape. By championing local stories and talent, Astro has fostered a vibrant ecosystem for creative expression. This dedication to quality has not only garnered a loyal local audience but has also positioned Malaysia as a leading producer of Asian content.
The nominees for the Awards are from 13 countries with over 140 programmes nominated. Astro’s diverse nominations in various categories highlights Astro’s excellence in various aspects of content creation. The full list of Astro’s nominations as below:
Best Asian Short Form Drama/ Series
- Hype Hafiz (Astro Gempak)
- The Mosque Kiblatku (Astro Gempak)
Best Sound Design for an Asian TV Program/ Series
- Ayiem Ismail for ID (Astro Shaw Sdn Bhd / Alpha47 Films Sdn Bhd)
Best Original Songs for an Asian TV Series/ Program or Movie
- Ayuh OST, Polis Evo 3 (Astro Shaw & Rocketfuel Entertainment Sdn Bhd)
- But Andha Dealing Enakku Pudichirukku OST, Badep 2 (Astro Vinmeen & Rocketfuel Entertainment Sdn Bhd)
Best Drama Series made for a Single Market in Asia
- Gamers Mangkuk (Astro Originals, Astro Shaw Sdn Bhd & Directors Think Tank Sdn Bhd)
Best Kids TV Programme Made in Asia
- Didi & Friends Kembara Muzikal, Warnakala Studios Sdn. Bhd. &Astro Malaysia Berhad
- Makania (Warnakala Studios Sdn. Bhd. & Astro Malaysia Berhad)
Best Original Reality and/or Competition Programme
- Crush on You 2.0 (Astro Malaysia)
- Innovathon (Astro, Measat Broadcast Network Systems Sdn Bhd)
Best Factual Entertainment Programme Produced for a Single Asia Market
- Travel with Mommy (Astro Malaysia)
Best TV Format Adaptation (Unscripted) in Asia
- Family Feud Malaysia (Astro, Measat Broadcast Network Systems Sdn Bhd)
Best Asian Feature Film/Telemovie
- Jodoh Geng G (Astro, Measat Broadcast Network Systems Sdn Bhd & Tribution Studio Sdn Bhd)
Best Supporting Actress in a TV Programme/Series
- Fiza Thomas as Sara in “Mati Hidup Balik” (Astro, Measat Broadcast Network Systems Sdn Bhd / All Asia Broadcast Center (Astro) & Zeel Production)
The ContentAsia Awards are owned and operated by ContentAsia, an 18-year-old information platform curated to offer insights into Asia’s content environment. The Awards were launched in 2020, building upon ContentAsia’s unparalleled connection with Asia’s regional media industry, and bringing the brand’s expertise and integrity into Asia’s Awards space. The Awards are 100% judged by industry peers with hands-on knowledge and experience of the creative & production process. Winners of the 2024 ContentAsia Awards will be announced in Taipei on 5 September 2024.
