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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Globo and Telemundo Studios Sign Co-Production Understanding to Expand Premium Scripted Content
In what is a continuous effort to strengthen their international reach and collaborations, Brazilian media powerhouse Globo has signed a understanding (MoU) to develop and co-produce premium scripted content with Telemundo Studios, a division of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. Under this new signed understanding, Globo and Telemundo will collaborate on the development and co-production of original films and series to be released as Globoplay Originals in Brazil and across Telemundo's broadcast and streaming platforms in the U.S. More from Variety France Embraces Spanish TV, But for How Long? LA Screenings Independents Bounces Back Brazilian Major Streamer Globoplay Bets on Global Reach of True Crime By Bringing Fourth Season of 'The Anti-Kidnapping Unit' to LA Screenings Currently, titles, formats and production models are still being finalized, but the focus of this new collaboration is to create high-value intellectual property with broad international appeal. Javier Pons, chief content officer & head of Telemundo Studios, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, said that this understanding 'marks an important step in expanding our storytelling reach and building a creative bridge between Brazil and the broader Hispanic world.' The executive added: 'With our unique expertise and ability to produce content that resonates globally, this partnership is going to strengthen our editorial alignment and pave the way for premium scripted projects that connect with audiences across borders.' Manuel Belmar, Director of Digital Products at Globo, highlighted how this co-production understanding 'reinforces Globo's investment in creating scripted IP that captivates audiences worldwide,' a notion that was put on a global stage recently with Brazil's first Oscar for 'I'm Still Here,' a Globoplay original production. 'By bringing together our strengths, we're confident we can develop compelling stories that not only resonate in Brazil and the U.S. but also expand our international reach at a time when global storytelling is more important than ever,' concluded Belmar. The understanding is a big new step on a fruitful collaborative relationship, with Globo and Telemundo having a history of co-producing Spanish-language adaptations of iconic Globo telenovelas, including 'Vale Tudo' ('Vale Todo'), 'O Clone' ('El Clon'), and 'Fina Estampa' ('Marido en Alquiler'), as well as series such as 'Amores Roubados' ('Jugar con Fuego'). Powerhouse Globo produces over 11,000 hours of novelas a year, and has successfully established co-production models with international territories, solidifying their expertise in the format while also cultivating key relationships with global partners. Over 3,000 Globo novelas and series have been translated into 70 languages. Currently, Globo also holds partnerships with other major players such as Gaumont, Beta Film, Fremantle, and Disney. This new deal will see the two giants join forces in this effort, expanding their presence in key markets and shaping the future of international content and collaboration. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
Forbes
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Telemundo Studios And Brazil's Globo Strike Scripted Co-Production Deal
(L to R) Globo's Manuel Belmar and Telemundo Studios' Javier Pons signed an MOU to co-produce ... More premium scripted content for international consumption. In a move to expand their global reach, Telemundo Studios and Brazil's leading media company Globo - one of the largest content producers in Latin America - have signed a deal to co-produce original films and series. The media companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will boost their existing relationship by collaborating to develop premium content for audiences in the U.S., Brazil and international markets. Although the titles, formats, and production models are still being defined, the focus is on creating high-value intellectual property (IP) with broad international appeal. 'With our unique expertise and ability to produce content that resonates globally, this partnership is going to strengthen our editorial alignment and paves the way for premium scripted projects that connect with audiences across borders,' says Javier Pons, Chief Content Officer and Head of Telemundo Studios, a division of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. The original films and series will be released as Globoplay Originals in Brazil and on Telemundo's broadcast and streaming platforms in the U.S. The collaboration builds on a history of successfully co-producing adaptations of iconic Globo telenovelas, including Spanish-language adaptations such as Vale Tudo (Vale Todo) and O Clone (El Clon). 'By bringing together our strengths, we're confident we can develop compelling stories that not only resonate in Brazil and the U.S. but also expand our international reach at a time when global storytelling is more important than ever,' states Manuel Belmar, Director of Digital Products at Globo.
Forbes
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Javier Pons Promoted To Chief Content Officer And Head Of Telemundo Studios
In his new role, Javier Pons will also oversee the network's entertainment division. Javier Pons has been promoted to Chief Content Officer and Head of Telemundo Studios. In addition to leading development and production of scripted content at Telemundo Studios, Pons, who joined the company as EVP of Telemundo Studios iin April 2024, will now also oversee the network's entertainment division, focusing on the creation of unscripted programming, daily shows and live specials. The move is part of Telemundo's strategy to expand its entertainment footprint and strengthen its position as a leader in Spanish-language original content production. Pons will report directly to Luis Fernández, Chairman of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, who has been in that role since 2023. 'Since his arrival to Telemundo, Javier has delivered great results and strengthened Telemundo Studios' position for the future,' says Fernández. 'He is an accomplished media executive, and I'm confident he will continue to excel in this expanded leadership role.' Javier Pons celebrates the start of production for Telemundo Studios' newest original series, ... More "Velvet El Nuevo Imperio," alongside the cast. The romantic drama is scheduled to premiere in May. Pons has over three decades of production and media management experience across the United States, Spain, France, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, and Argentina. Before joining Telemundo, Pons served as General Director of Globomedia, one of Spain's leading production companies, and Head of TV at The Mediapro Studio. His portfolio includes the creation and production of series for streaming platforms such as Nasdrovia (Movistar), Mano de Hierro (Iron Hand, Netflix), and El Internado: Las Cumbres (The Boarding School: Las Cumbres, Amazon). Pons also co-produced critically acclaimed films like Competencia Oficial Official (Competition), starring Antonio Banderas and Penélope Cruz, and served as delegate producer on El Buen Patrón (The Good Boss), featuring Javier Bardem. His work extends to award-winning television series like Tengo Una Pregunta para Usted (I Have a Question for You), which won an Ondas award in 2020, and popular competition shows such as Ninja Warrior and El Juego de los Anillos (The Game of the Rings). 'I look forward to working together across Studios and Entertainment to continue to develop and produce the most innovative, contemporary, and engaging content in Spanish-language media,' states Pons. This announcement follows the December addition of Jacqueline Castro as Vice President of Production, a newly created role aimed at bolstering Telemundo's original content offerings. Castro, a former Sony Pictures Entertainment Latin America executive, who is currently responsible for production strategy, including in-house and third-party productions.
