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20 OCTOBER, 2021

MTV Entertainment Expands Relationship With All Out, the Leading Global LGBTQ+ Advocacy Group, with Year-Round Global Partnership to Drive Change

Partnership to Include the 2021 MTV EMA Generation Change Award Honoring LGBTQ+ Activists from Around the World who are Fighting for Love and Equality

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October 2021

20 Oct

2021 MTV EMAs TO BROADCAST DIRECT FROM HUNGARY ON NOVEMBER 14TH WITH A GLOBAL CELEBRATION OF MUSIC

Direct from the Papp László Budapest Sportaréna in Hungary, the MTV EMAs 2021 will broadcast across the globe on November 14th with a celebration of “Music for ALL.” One of the biggest global music awards shows of the year that celebrates the hottest artists from around the world, the MTV EMAs will host performances and appearances by the world’s biggest stars.

01 Oct

Smurf-ier than ever: The Smurfs return with new adventures – and a new tribe

Blue and small, and standing only three apples tall, The Smurfs are set to make their debut on Nickelodeon in an all-new series premiering Monday, October 4. The original CG-animated series marks the return of the globally renowned characters to television for the first time in nearly 40 years.

September 2021

13 Sep

BTS, Lil Nas X and Olivia Rodrigo among biggest winners at 2021 MTV VMAs

From stunning red carpet looks to out-of-this-world performances, fans at the 2021 MTV VMAs were treated to an unforgettable LIVE show in New York.

August 2021

26 Aug

IT’S A “PAWSOME” MONTH IN SINGAPORE!

PAW Patrol: The Movie hits theatres islandwide from August 26. New movie-themed toys and merchandise now available in stores. Even more PAW Patrol with the hit series on the Nick Jr. Channel daily

Doja Cat set to make hosting debut at 2021 VMAs

Previously announced as a performer for the awards, Doja Cat amps up her “VMAs” duties and is set to make her hosting debut at the 2021 MTV “VMAs''

20 Aug

Foo Fighters to receive MTV VMAs' first-ever US Global Icon Award

After a long and storied history with MTV, Foo Fighters will receive the first ever MTV “VMAs” Global Icon Award at this year’s show.

19 Aug

2021 MTV "VMAs" Announces First Performers

Camila Cabello, Lil Nas X, LORDE return to the iconic stage with explosive performances, while Machine Gun Kelly and Olivia Rodrigo make their VMAs debut this year.

12 Aug

MTV reveals nominations for 2021 “Video Music Awards” (VMAs)

Justin Bieber and Megan Thee Stallion lead nominations; Billie Eilish, BTS, Doja Cat, Drake, Giveon, Lil Nas X and Olivia Rodrigo among top contenders

02 Aug

MTV GOES “BACK AND BEYOND” WITH GLOBAL CELEBRATION OF MUSIC IN AUGUST

From unforgettable MTV Unplugged sessions to nostalgic My Life on MTV episodes, MTV brings fans in 180 countries a month of its iconic moments in music and spotlights current and next-gen artists.

July 2021

30 Jul

NICKELODEON INTERNATIONAL AND ONESIGHT PARTNER TO LAUNCH “FRAMING THE FUTURE” – A CAMPAIGN TO IMPACT KIDS’ EYE HEALTH GLOBALLY

Multi-platform campaign will educate, build empathy, encourage action to millions with original short-form, digital content and themed programming marathon

22 Jul

"Baby Shark's Big Show!" Makes a Splash in Southeast Asia!

Starting from July 26, preschoolers in Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia can join the pop culture phenomenon for jaw-some underwater escapades every weekday on Nickelodeon.

08 Jul

“AMY WINEHOUSE & ME: DIONNE’S STORY” TO PREMIERE ON MTV INTERNATIONALLY BEGINNING JULY 23

MTV International today announced the premiere of Amy Winehouse & Me: Dionne’s Story, a deeply personal, heartfelt documentary tribute to the late Grammy-Award-winning singer-songwriter and cultural icon, told through the lens of her goddaughter, singer-songwriter Dionne Bromfield.

June 2021

09 Jun

MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) return to New York City LIVE on Sunday, September 12th, airing globally in over 175 countries

One of the first fan-filled awards shows of 2021, the VMAs will feature epic performances from the biggest names in music and bring fans together from across the globe to celebrate the return of live entertainment.

May 2021

12 May

Academy Award-nominated actress Scarlett Johansson to receive the “Generation Award” at the 2021 MTV Movie & TV Awards

The accomplished actress will join an iconic roster of “Generation Award” recipients whose diverse contributions to both film and television have turned them into household names.

April 2021

30 Apr

“MY LIFE ON MTV” PREMIERES AROUND THE WORLD STARTING MAY 21

My Life on MTV, a new music series celebrating some of the world’s greatest stars and their most unforgettable moments on MTV, will premieres globally beginning May 21 (internationally). Global superstars featured include Miley Cyrus, Coldplay, Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj, Backstreet Boys and more.

23 Apr

Bling Empire among leading nominations for inaugural MTV Movie & TV Awards: UNSCRIPTED

The 2021 MTV Movie & TV Awards will make its highly-anticipated return on Monday, May 17 for an epic Los Angeles multi-day takeover honoring the biggest and best in movies and television, with a same-day premiere in Asia.

20 Apr

VIACOMCBS NETWORKS INTERNATIONAL AND RAKUTEN ANNOUNCE STREAMING, CONTENT AND E-COMMERCE PARTNERSHIP IN JAPAN

ViacomCBS Networks International and Rakuten Group, Inc. have announced a broad long-term agreement, which includes the launch of Nick+, Nickelodeon’s kids’ streaming service, on Rakuten’s video-on-demand platform Rakuten TV in Japan. The deal covers mobile, STB/dongle, web and Smart TV devices, as well as the creation of a dedicated Nickelodeon storefront on Japan’s leading e-commerce platform, Rakuten Ichiba.

March 2021

15 Mar

HIGHLIGHTS AND WINNERS FROM NICKELODEON’S KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2021

BTS scores triple win with Favourite Music Group, Favourite Global Music Star; Favourite Song awards in the bag; US Vice President Kamala Harris gave special remarks; Guinness Record set for most simultaneous slimings

09 Mar

VIACOMCBS NETWORKS INTERNATIONAL RAMPS UP STUDIOS PRESENCE IN ASIA THROUGH DEAL WITH KOREAN FORMAT AGENCY, ‘SOMETHING SPECIAL’

VCNI, through its global production studio VIS, is ramping up its studios output in Asia through a partnership with Seoul-based format production studio Something Special, launched by South Korean veteran formats producer Jin Woo Hwang.

08 Mar

Local personalities Jade Rasif, Preetipls and Farah Lola lend their voices to highlighting gender stereotypes in MTV’s International Women’s Day campaign

Boldly defining yourself, holding others accountable, grappling with internalised gender stereotypes and more. MTV kicks off some of these tough conversations with local female advocates this International Women’s Day.

February 2021

25 Feb

VIACOMCBS UNVEILS COMPREHENSIVE STREAMING STRATEGY AND EXPANSIVE SLATE OF ORIGINALS HEADED TO PARAMOUNT+

Streaming service Paramount+ with massive content catalogue to launch in the US on March 4, as well as in Latin America, Canada, the Nordics, and Australia later this year with additional markets to be announced.

22 Feb

GRAMMY® AWARD-WINNING GLOBAL SUPERSTAR JUSTIN BIEBER SET AS HEADLINE PERFORMER AT NICKELODEON’S KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2021

Grammy® Award-winning global superstar Justin Bieber has been tapped as the headline performer for this year’s Kids’ Choice Awards 2021. A celebration of fan-favorite stars across the worlds of film, television, music, sports and more, Bieber will hit the “KCA” main stage for epic, show-stopping performances.

09 Feb

BTS to headline global music special “MTV Unplugged Presents: BTS”

MTV today announced Grammy-nominated group BTS is set to perform a special edition of its trailblazing and award-winning MTV Unplugged franchise, “MTV Unplugged Presents: BTS.” The worldwide music event will build off the iconic series with a fresh new take, airing in Asia on Wednesday, February 24 exclusively on MTV.

08 Feb

HOP ON AN ORANGE BLIMP TOUR AROUND THE WORLD WITH KENAN THOMPSON, AT THE NICKELODEON’S KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2021

Actor, comedian and Saturday Night Live legend Kenan Thompson (Kenan, All That) will take kids on a wild and slimy ride as host of Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards 2021, airing in Asia on Wednesday, March 17. With Thompson at the helm, kids and families everywhere will literally be part of this year’s show like never before for an epic celebration of fan-favorite stars across the worlds of film, television, music, sports and more.

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