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1. Prediction: From CBS Justice And Nicktoons Untimely Demise On The DStv Platform To The Launch Of Openview Ultra, Here's What We Anticipate For 2023
2. SABC Parliament Scrapped For New Indigenous News Channel In Your Language SABC eKhaya With SABC Children Likely Canned With No Clue On SABC Encore
3. Roundups #125: Avatar To Return With New Animated Series On Nickelodeon, Eternal Love Rebroadcast Coming Soon To Star Life And SABC Plans To Launch Indigenous News Channel In 2023
4. Cartoonito Is Coming!!! As Boomerang Is Set To Close Down In Central Eastern Europe By March 2023
5. New Series Alert: Razia Sultan + Broken Bonds + Every Girl's Dream + It's Not Easy To Love + 4 More Series Anticipated To Rollout On Zee World In 2023
6. Roundups #127: The Twisted Timeline Of Sammy & Raj Coming Soon To Nickelodeon International, kykNET Lekker Added To More DStv Customers Alongside A Rerun Of Kind Van Die Noodlot And Between You And Me Becomes The First Zee One Original To Rollout In 2023
7. New Series Alert (Rumour): Presenting The Five Turkish Dramas Rumoured To Rollout In South Africa
8. New Series Alert: Soete Wraak Coming Soon To eVOD
9. New Channel Alert: WildEarth To Launch In The UK Later In The Year
10. New Series Alert: A Woman Of Steel Coming Soon To TLNovelas Africa

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New Channel Alert: FilmBox Action And Kartoon Channel Coming Soon To StarSat With Qwest TV On DStv

For several years, StarTimes has been losing a bouquet of premium international channels ranging from The Smithsonian Channel, Love Nature, DreamWorks, Real Time and Investigation Discovery with the much needed alternatives almost nowhere in site.

Now the pay-tv platform seems to be picking up the cracks as they unveiled two new channels for their consumers: FilmBox Action and Kartoon Channel.

FilmBox Action is a general entertainment channel basically SPI International's version of M-Net Movies 2 and KIX with a limited amount of series. Some of the stars include Steven Seagal, Jason Statham, Bruce Willis, Al Pacino and many others from U.S. and global.

StarSat:
- The Smithsonian Channel closing down in the UK
Delayed SABC channel launch on StarSat explained
Russia Today to launch South African hub
StarSat trying to be DStv friendly

Kartoon Channel is an kids entertainment channel and not to be mistaken for Cartoon Network. It is owned by Genius Brands International with its core audience being 2-12 years with content like Angry Birds, Stan Lee's Superhero Kindergarten and Rainbow Light Brigade.

FilmBox Action is allocated on channel 140 on the Smart bouquet while Kartoon Channel on 307 and on the Basic package on channel 358. There's no confirmation on whether this includes the South African feed but it might as well launch.

As outlined, StarSat across Africa lost a bouquet of channels and FilmBox Action in a way helps the lossen the pain left by FOX which was scrapped by The Walt Disney Company internationally while Kartoon Channel might as well be a replacement for DreamWorks.

DStv:
- MultiChoice might lose yet another two channels
Could Russia Today be removed from the DStv platform?
Qwest TV coming soon to Showmax
eMedia's 4 channels to go dark on the DStv platform

In other developments, MultiChoice will be allocating their first channel later in the month titled Qwest TV which has been in development for several months owned by multi award winning artist Quincy Jones is Jazz infused channel.

It was unveiled alongside Moonbug Kids at the DStv Showcase, according to sources it was meant to launch last year but for some reason that never happened so it's gearing up for an early 2023 to replace MTV Hits in South Africa and serve as an additional channel everywhere else. Qwest TV is said to be accompanied alongside another channel sources won't share.

Disclosure: Kartoon Channel was also rumoured to launch on another platform alongside DStv.

Aşk-ı Memnu: Telemundo's Forbidden Passion From The Beginning

Forbidden Passion (Pasion Prohibida) is a 2012 soap opera produced by Telemundo Studios that told the story of a woman's scorn over her mother after discovering that her she cheated on her father prior to his death so she married the man she chased after there she falls for his nephew.

It starred Monica Spear and Jencarlos Canela alongside Roberto Vander, Mercedes Molto, Rebecca Jones, Henry Zakka, Jorge Consejo and Carmen Aub.

The original produced by Ay Yapım (Turkey) went a similar path with the likes of Beren Saat, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Selçuk Yöntem, Hazal Kaya & Nebahat Çehre which was set in the contemporary Istanbul instead of the 19th century setting as seen in Halit Ziya Uşaklıgil's 1899 novel of the same name.

Everyday Novelas:
- Forbidden Passion season 2 not moving forward on Telemundo
Between You And Me now on Zee One
Eternal Love coming soon to Star Life

Aside from Aşk-ı Memnu (Forbidden Love), Ay Yapım also worked on other productions part of which has already viewed in South Africa such as Fenix (Alev Alev), Impak (Çarpışma), Stiletto Vendetta (Ufak Tefek Cinayetler) and Die Put (Çukur).

Aşk-ı Memnu was broadcast between 2008 to 2010 with a total of 2 seasons and 79 episodes on Kanal D. It pulled 10 million viewers during its premiere with a further 20 million added within the second season proving to be a success for the network.

Telemundo:
Nurses returns for a season 3
Prediction: what to expect on Telemundo in 2023?
Lord Of The Skies renewed for season 8

Sources on IDMB gave it a perfect score and Aşk-ı Memnu was considered one of a kind for the music, storyline and characters. It even walked away with 8 award winners most of which were for Beren Saat and Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ alongside the series.

Aşk-ı Memnu has been viewed in various territories including America, Ethiopia, Egypt, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, China and several others.

Since it's debut, a number of adaptations have already been filmed with Pasion Prohibida on Telemundo in America, followed by Dil Sambhal Jaa Zara on StarPlus with the latest version Fructul Oprit on Antenna 1 in Romania proven to be the most controversial of instalments.

New Series Alert: Ramo To Stream January 16th On eVOD

eVOD, a video streaming service that gives you access to local and international shows and movies, new original productions, documentaries, and much more will be uploading their first telenovela of 2023 which is none other than the rumoured crime drama Ramo.

The series tells the extraordinary story of Ramo, inspired by a real person, a man who goes against his superiors…It’s a story that encompasses the deep conflicts of family, justice, revenge, friendship and love.  The series stars Murat Yıldırım, Esra Bilgiç, İlker Aksum and Yiğit Özşener.

eExtra:
Soete Wraak coming soon to eExtra
10 Turkish shows eMedia Investments, kykNET and Timeless Dizi Channel should acquire for 2023
eExtra to undergo changes within the festive season
The Girl Named Feriha remake might be in the works for Televisa (TLNovelas)

It has been voted one of the best series during its run scoring a perfect 10/10 on IDMB for the action, drama, romance and humour with some comparing it to the likes of Die Put currently seen on eExtra.

It premiered on Show TV during 2020 with a total of 40 episodes each consisting of 2 hours. Internationally, the series has been divided to 130 episodes each consisting of 45 minutes which is likely what everyone will be viewing on the streamer.

Ramo joins Soete Wraak and Camdaki Kiz as the only eVOD exclusives to not be made available for linear viewing in this case eExtra seeing as rebroadcasts from the platform surface on this channel.

The series is expected to rollout in batches weekly.

Openview Plus:
Reviewing major changes coming soon to the SABC
The Game Of My Destiny a brand new Turkish drama unveiled by Global Agency
A look at former NBC soap, Passions
Die Vertroueling coming soon to eExtra

What To Expect In February 2023 On The Home Channel?

* Priority slots in bold

Making it Home with Kortney & Dave (1)
MAKING IT HOME with Kortney & Dave, Kortney and Dave Wilson help homeowners make strategic moves with their money by using their flipping expertise to turn a fixer-upper into the home of their dreams – all while making smart investments into the biggest asset these families own. With Kortney taking the lead on design and Dave on project management, they will gather inspiration and intel to make the right reno moves for homeowners, before taking the reins for the full renovation. With the keys and budget in hand, they’ll transform each unloved space into a show-stopper – making it beautiful, making it bright and making it home!
02 February - 10 April
Mon 08:00 Tue 12:00 Wed 16:00 Fri 20:00

Location Location Location (22)
No floorboard is left unturned as dynamic property experts Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer help house hunters find the perfect home in the perfect location on Location, Location, Location, and this time the challenge ahead of them is tougher than ever Britain’s choosiest home hunters are looking for just the right spot and expert realtors Kirstie and Phil are up for the challenge. They will help these house hunters secure the right home in the desired location. On each episode they face new challenges in a lightning-quick property market. They’ll take on the unpredictable housing market; searching all over the country – from the rural countryside of Cheshire to the super speedy London market. No matter how small the budget or how big the expectations, Kirstie and Phil are on hand to match hopeful house hunters with their dream homes.
06 February - 03 April
Mon 09:00 Tue 13:00 Wed 17:00 Fri 21:00

Top Million Dollar Agent (6)
06 February 13 March
Mon 11:30 Tue 15:30 Thu 19:30 Fri 22:00 Sat 17:00 & 00:00 Sun 12:30 & 21:00

Impossible Builds (1)
Impossible Builds follows the exploits of pioneering families building extraordinary ‘kit homes’ in situations where conventional construction techniques prove impossible. This novel approach is helping determined homebuilders to overcome a wide range of challenges in order to realise their bespoke dream homes – from severe weather to tight budgets. Architectural designer Charlie Luxton and commercial designer Aidan Keane join the tenacious families going against the odds as they struggle to turn their ambitious plans into a reality. This show uses the latest augmented reality (AR) technology to bring the house designs to life, and spectacular drone photography reveals the stunning landscapes surrounding the diverse plots. The drama unfolds as the build teams battle to deliver entire homes to the isolated plots and assemble them in a matter of days, or sometimes just hours. As extreme weather and unforeseen challenges hinder progress, budgets are blown and deadlines are missed. The house builders’ resolve is tested to its limits as they fight to conquer their impossible builds.
06 February - 30 March
Mon 15:00 Wed 19:00 Thu 22:00 Fri 11:00

The Property Game (2)
The Property Game is hosted by celebrity TV host ProVerb. In each episode he is joined by Sylvia Milosevic, the multi-millionaire property investor and mentor. In this documentary series, new investors tell their stories of how they got started in the property game. They share their journeys on their first deals, we find out what led to each investor’s success, and we get first-hand insight into the highs, the lows, the challenges – and, most importantly, how each deal brought the investor closer to financial freedom. We also find out that success in property investment is not just strategy and skill. The right mindset is equally important. Over and above the property investment insights and information shared in the show, Sylvia and ProVerb present valuable personal development and mindset lessons needed to achieve success. The Property Game is aimed not just at the aspiring property investor but also at anyone who is looking for the skills and insights to be successful in life.

DStv Flex:
What to expect this February on HONEY?
What to expect this January on The Home Channel?
Reyka renewed for season 2 on M-Net
What to expect this January on Qwest TV?

06 February - 01 May
Mon 16:30 Wed 20:30 Thu 08:30 Fri 12:30 Sat 17:30 & 00:30 Sun 13:00 & 21:30

Room to Improve (12)
Room to Improve sets out to create a diverse range of beautifully designed and cleverly built homes. Dermot Bannon is ready to take on an array of properties, some with quirkier challenges than others - from pebble-dash to plywood and steep embankments to faux Georgian pillars. His clients are more informed, more opinionated, and more demanding than ever before, but as always seems to be the case, there is only one person who they feel can make their household dreams come true. Dermot is passionate about design and will go to any lengths to persuade these homeowners to take on his ideas. He has three quantity surveyors to work with on this season, all determined to keep his designs on budget. The role of the architect is sometimes designer, sometimes mediator and always perfectionist. Dermot Bannon shows no signs of slowing down as he pushes his creativity and his passion to the limit, and always, with stunning results!

06 February - 13 March
Mon 22:00 Tue 11:00 Wed 15:00 Fri 19:00

How to Garden with Carol Klein (1)
Are you clueless about gardening? Or green fingered, but in need of inspiration? Then let Carol Klein show you how on How to Garden with carol Klein. With more than 40 years’ experience, Carol is the ideal person to show you ‘How To Garden’. Filmed at her own plot in Devon, this master class will be your guide - from how to put the right plant in the right place, to how to grow all your own plants from scratch. Whether you want to grow delicious edibles, or beautiful ornamentals, ‘How To Garden’ is here to show you the way.
07 February - 28 February
Tue 21:30 Wed 09:30 Thu 13:30 Fri 17:30

Grand Designs New Zealand (6)
Grand Designs New Zealand takes us into the heart of life’s great unfolding human stories, where ordinary Kiwi families risk all to experiment with architecture, technology, and their own lifestyle, in the most geographically challenging locations. This show features a particularly diverse range of homes, from discovering how to build a perfect Feng Shui home, to an architecturally designed masterpiece in Cass Bay that takes its inspiration from a rare white whale. In Marlborough Sound, a family tackle this season’s most challenging and isolated site. Accessible only by water or air, its high stakes jeopardy as the homeowners bring in huge steel frames, massive spans of glass and one grand piano by helicopter. And in Piha, a couple pit their wits against raging storms and inclement weather to build a lifestyle home on the side of a steep, vertiginous slope overlooking the beach.

13 February - 08 April
Mon 13:00 Tue 17:00 Thu 21:00 Fri 09:00 Sat 11:00 & 18:00 Sun 15:00 & 22:00

Luxury Homes Revealed (4)
Luxury Homes Revealed embodies everything luxurious in the housing business. Follow our hosts Gary, Nadia, Cindy and Anita on their journey around Australia and the USA walking through the most exquisite houses. From an apartment to a 7,000 square foot estate, viewers of Luxury Homes Revealed get to see the in’s and out’s of some of the countries’ most extravagant homes. Getting to meet real estate agents, builders and designers along the way. This show has it all and is guaranteed to make your jaw drop.

14 February - 18 April
Tue 19:00 Wed 22:30 Thu 11:00 Fri 15:00

DStv:
MultiChoice might be adding a second SABC News channel
kykNET Lekker has made available to more DStv customers
Could DMAX expand to Africa?
Qwest TV coming soon to DStv

Design Twins (1)
On Design Twins, twin sisters Heidi and Heather team up on a new interior design business, Joyful Living. Their aim is to transform people’s homes with creative ideas, inventive solutions and beautiful design meant for families to actually live in. And they should know, given that in order to get their business off the ground, they and their husbands have moved both their families into Heather’s home. With seven kids under the age of six living under one roof, it’s all hands on deck as the sisters and their husbands take the “it takes a village” concept to a whole new level. They’re juggling life at home and working closely to nurture their growing business all while delivering jaw-dropping designs that prove that functional family spaces can also be beautiful.

20 February - 24 April
Mon 10:30 Tue 14:30 Thu 18:30 Fri 23:30

Carol Drinkwater's Secret Provence (1)
For over 30 years, actress and author Carol Drinkwater has been living the Mediterranean life in Provence. In this series, Carol invites us into her home, an olive farm overlooking the bay of Cannes, and shares her local secrets.

20 February - 27 March
Mon 23:00 Tue 10:00 Wed 14:00 Fri 18:00