Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 25 March 2023: Viu, the OTT video streaming service operating in 16 markets across Asia, MENA, and South Africa, owned and operated by the PCCW Group, today announced legendary comedian Mohamed Saad’s return to Ramadan television.
In the Viu Original X-Lance, he plays the role of Hajj Hennawi, an intolerable man who lives in a tower block and causes the other unfortunate residents daily distress. He is soon entangled in a web of intrigue with a local gang, with hilarious results. Viewers can enjoy 30 exclusive episodes on Viu featuring Ahmad Fathi, Sherine, Weezo and Omar Mustafa Metwaly in supporting roles.
Rohit D’silva, Chief Business Officer, Middle East and South Africa at Viu said: “We are delighted to introduce X-Lance, which promises to be a rollercoaster ride of laughter and suspense with a talented cast that brings the characters to life. With its unique blend of comedy and drama, it is sure to keep audiences hooked from start to finish. Viu has a goal to become the go-to destination for Egyptian entertainment, catering to a growing audience of young and diverse viewers. We also plan to collaborate with local talent and production companies to bring fresh and innovative content for our audiences throughout the year.”
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About Viu
Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional over-the-top (“OTT”) video streaming service, is available in 16 markets across Asia, the Middle East and South Africa, with 60.7 million monthly active users (“MAU”) as of June 2022.
The Viu service is available to consumers through a dual model with an ad-supported free tier and a premium subscription tier (consisting of different subscription options). Viu offers fresh premium TV series, movies and lifestyle programmes in local and regional languages and subtitles in different genres from top content providers, as well as premium original productions under the brand “Viu Original”.
Viu also offers users streaming and download features, and localised user interfaces across a myriad of connected devices. Viu can provide the best viewing experience regardless of device or network conditions.
The service can be accessed via the Viu app (available for free on App Store and Google Play) on connected devices, e.g. smartphones and tablets, select smart TVs, as well as on the web by logging into www.viu.com.
In addition, Viu International Limited, through its subsidiary Moov (Hong Kong) Limited, also operates MOOV, a popular digital music streaming and live music concerts service in Hong Kong.
About PCCW Limited
PCCW Limited (SEHK: 0008) is a global company headquartered in Hong Kong which holds interests in telecommunications, media, IT solutions, property development and investment, and other businesses.
The Company holds a majority stake in the HKT Trust and HKT Limited, Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications service provider and leading operator of fixed-line, broadband, mobile communication and media entertainment services. HKT delivers end-to-end integrated solutions employing emerging technologies to assist enterprises in transforming their businesses. HKT has also built a digital ecosystem integrating its loyalty programme, e-commerce, travel, insurance, big data analytics, FinTech and HealthTech services to deepen its relationship with customers.
PCCW owns a fully integrated multimedia and entertainment group in Hong Kong engaged in the provision of over-the-top (“OTT”) video service locally and in other regions, as well as content production, artiste management and the event business.
Through HK Television Entertainment Company Limited, PCCW also operates a domestic free TV service in Hong Kong.
PCCW Solutions is a leading IT and business process outsourcing provider in Hong Kong, mainland China and Southeast Asia.