MUMBAI, India - June 20, 2013 - Prime Focus Limited ("Prime Focus", BSE code: 532748), the world leader in media and entertainment industry services, announced today that the company will open a new office in Beijing, China. The announcement was made at the Shanghai International Film Festival.

Set to open later this year (expected Q3), the move into China comes on the heels of the recent joint venture between Prime Focus Limited, AID Partners Capital and Zhejiang Jingqi Wenhua Chuanbo Company Limited. AID Partners Capital is a Hong Kong-based private equity firm focused on expansion capital and buyout opportunities primarily in the media and entertainment sector. In March this year AID Partners Capital had made an equity investment of US$10 million (Rs. 550 mil) in the creative services business, Prime Focus World NV (PFW), a 96% subsidiary of Prime Focus Limited.

In addition to Beijing, Prime Focus maintains offices in Los Angeles, Vancouver, New York, London and Mumbai.

According to the Chinese State Administration of Radio, Film and Television, China?s 2012 box office receipts increased 30%; in majority part due to imported films; ranking China as the world?s second-largest box office next to the US (surpassing Japan). People?s Republic of China (PRC) is also the largest 3D market outside of the United States, encouraging the government to relax import restrictions that now allow an additional 14 foreign films to be distributed in China provided they are in 3D or large format.

"We are enthusiastic about the shared opportunities our expansion into China brings," said Namit Malhotra, founder of Prime Focus, "We have always recognized the advantages that globalization coupled with intense localization brings and have evolved our business strategy accordingly. After India, Europe and North America, China was the growth story waiting to happen. We are fortunate to have had AID Partners Capital extend the relationship beyond investment in to a formal market entry vehicle to expand our footprint in to one of the most influential markets in the world. I look forward to offering our full suite of creative and technology services to the Chinese market."

Prime Focus has seen a lot of activity in the last few quarters. In late 2012 Prime Focus became one of the few companies which was able to repay FCCBs (worth US$ 79 mil/Rs. 4345 mil) as per the original terms of issuance. In November 2012, Standard Chartered PE had invested US$ 70 million (Rs. 3850 mil) in Prime Focus Limited - US$35 million equity for a 19.71% stake and US$35 million through NCDs, which helped Prime Focus honour its FCCB commitment on time.

Says Ramki Sankaranarayanan, CEO, Prime Focus Limited and Founder President & CEO, Prime Focus Technologies, "Today, we deliver best-in-class 3D conversion and VFX services to the foremost Hollywood studios and extend Media Cloud based ERP & Technology Infrastructure to manage assets and workflows for global media companies. Marquee investors have reposed confidence in our unique business model offering sustainability, scale and flexibility. We are all set to bring the best of Prime Focus to China, one of the largest content markets in the world."

PFW has brought its expertise to many wide release Hollywood films, including most recently Baz Lurhmann?s The Great Gatsby, and upcoming releases such as Paramount?s World War Z and Sony Pictures? White House Down. Previously released films that the company contributed to include such major hits as Men in Black 3, Star Wars: Episode One - The Phantom Menace, Dredd 3D, Total Recall, Tim Burton?s Frankenweenie, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, Resident Evil: Retribution, Green Lantern, Immortals, Wrath of the Titans, Mirror Mirror, Transformers: Dark of the Moon and Avatar, to name a few.

Prime Focus Technologies (PFT) brings together a unique blend of Media and IT skills backed by a deep understanding of the global media and entertainment industry. CLEAR Media Cloud infrastructure and digital content services help broadcasters, studios, advertisers, sports bodies, news agencies, the government and service providers drive creative enablement, enhance ecosystem efficiencies & sustainability, reduce cost and realize new monetization opportunities. PFT works with major content owners like News Corporation-owned STAR TV, EROS International, SONY Music, Viacom 18, SONY MSM, BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India), IPL (Indian Premiere League), Hindustan Unilever Limited, The Associated Press, A & E TV Network, Netflix, Schawk! and WPP. In 2013 YTD, PFT commissioned work on deals worth over Rs. 200 cr. PFT?s new clients include the world?s largest news aggregator, a prominent Indian studio and a new Indian television channel.

Prime Focus has crafted its own path when it comes to how creative and technology services businesses are run globally - be it the WorldSourcing model, establishing a sustainable global digital pipeline for delivery, developing View-D - a proprietary 3D conversion process or creating the world?s first hybrid cloud platform, CLEAR. Under Namit?s leadership, Prime Focus has in the last 5 years transformed from being an India organization to a truly global creative and technology services powerhouse of significant scale and influence in key content markets around the world.

At the recently concluded Festival de Cannes 2013, Baz Luhrmann?s The Great Gatsby (Warner Brothers) for which PFW delivered stereo VFX, 3D conversion and archive footage colorization was the inaugural film and received rave reviews. The company was also honored to be the exclusive 3D conversion partner on Bernardo Bertolucci?s nine-time Academy Award?-winning film The Last Emperor (Columbia Pictures) which held its debut presentation during the festival.

Mumbai, June 19, 2013: In a most aggressive marketing plan, to the date, Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) has kick started its mission to cover 10 prominent cities of India to promote tourist destinations of Maharashtra.

Starting with its first marketing campaign from Hyderabad on Saturday, Maharashtra Tourism is all set to attract the tourists from Andhra Pradesh by setting up a facility in Hyderabad to assist tourists and tour operators in Andhra Pradesh, at Tourism Bhavan, Begumpet in Hyderabad.

Shri Chhagan Bhujbal, Honorable Minister of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra, said, "Andhra Pradesh is one of the most developed States of India with a large class of educated and affluent society. Maharashtra has rich tourist destinations to satiate the needs of tourists from Andhra Pradesh. From exotic beaches to historic forts, delicious cuisine to culture and heritage, there is a lot to explore in Maharashtra." The Corporation is also ready with a Television Commercial (TVC) which will launched soon on the national televisions.

Maharashtra is always known for its rich culture, art and festivals. The State is blessed with the world famous World Heritage Sites like the caves of Ajanta-Ellora, 700km long coastline, pilgrimages like Shirdi-Saibaba, Entertainment Capital - Mumbai, Buddhist Pagoda at Gorai (Mumbai), hill stations like Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani and Matheran, wildlife sanctuaries of Tadoba-Pench and India?s wine capital-Nashik.

This will be the second office of MTDC outside Maharashtra with the first being in Delhi. Dr. Jagdish Patil, Managing Director, MTDC, said, "MTDC has been taking several progressive steps to encourage tourism in Maharashtra. Along with this new facility, we are also hosting a road-show for the tour operators to promote Maharashtra as a preferred tourist destination. It will be an interactive session with the tour operators about how best we can improve the number of tourists visiting from Andhra Pradesh to Maharashtra." Apart from Hyderabad, MTDC is planning to unveil their tourist offices in Lucknow and Tirupati in the near future.

The information pertaining to all destinations and tourist information will be available at the new office of MTDC at Tourism Plaza, Begumpet, Hyderabad. This office will become one point source of information for the tourist enthusiasts from Andhra Pradesh and tour operators.

Maharashtra has highest Foreign Tourist Arrivals and the Maharashtra Tourism is now focusing on domestic tourists too. Out of the 6.29 million foreign tourist arrivals in India in 2011, Maharashtra received the highest number with nearly 4.8 million tourists.

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New Delhi, India - June 19, 2013 - 20:20 MSL, part of MSLGROUP, the flagship strategic communications and engagement consultancy of PublicisGroupe, and the largest PR and social media network in India as well as in Asia,today announced its appointment as the strategic communications partner for Huawei India. Over the last decade, Huawei India has dominated the Indian Telecommunications industry, with its? leading networking telecom solutions a top choice for the 10 biggest telecom service providers in the nation. The engagement awarded to 20:20 MSL includes strategic communications advisory to ensure Huawei?s brand positioning within its three established business groups; Networking, Enterprise and Devices, as well as communicate the company?s recently enhanced portfolio.

Commenting on the partnership, Suresh Vaidyanathan, Head - PR & Brand, Huawei India said, "As Huawei has expanded into a full-fledged ICT player, there is a need for the company to communicate all the facets of its ICT offerings to the Indian market. 20:20 MSL delivers world class advisory within strategic communication, while also having a thorough experience and understanding of the ICT sector in India. This means that they really understand our business, our clients and our stake holders, thereby being a true partner to strengthen our business and our brand in India."

The nationwide communications efforts will be spearheaded by 20:20 MSL?s National Capital Region office, and supported by seven satellite offices spread across India. Assigned to strengthen Huawei?s presence in the local Indian market, the agency will draw on its vast experience and deep understanding of the telecom- and technology sectors, allowing for the company to provide advisory on the highest level.

Commenting on the appointment, Ms. AmritAhuja, Client Engagement Director for 20:20 MSL and Regional Director, B2B & Technology for MSLGROUP Asia, said, "While we were selected locally in India for our capabilities and expertise in this market, it no doubt allows for better and more seamless advisory as we work with Huawei in several of their key markets. A global player like Huawei needs a global partner, and we are thrilled to work together with the Huawei team to take their brand to the next level in India. Building on the company?s value propositions, we will strive to make Huawei the first choice for key stakeholders through our insights-driven creative story-telling narratives and our rich legacy of telecom communications in India."

New Delhi, June 19, 2013: Hero Motocorp sponsored Indian golfer Sharmila Nicollet was forced to withdraw from Allianz Ladies Slovak Open 2013 due to a foot injury. She has been playing with injuries on her toes which have aggravated over a period of time. Sharmila is undergoing treatment currently and has been advised rest. She is awaiting confirmation from the doctor regarding the duration of rest, and when she can resume competitive golf.

The tournament will be held between June 20 and June 23, 2013 at the Golf Resort Tale Brezno, T?le, Slovakia.

Sharmila has had a promising start to her season on the LET this year. She did a commendable job at the Turkish Airlines Ladies Open at Antalya, where she finished tied 17th. and was positioned well on the leaderboard in the Unicredit Ladies German Open before the weather intervened, cutting short the tournament. She will look to make a strong comeback once she returns from her injury.

?It is very frustrating to sit out due to injuries. I have been carrying these niggles for quite a while now and it was about time I took some time off to recuperate. I have been advised rest for some time for my toes to heal ?, said Sharmila Nicollet.

New Delhi, June 17, 2013: Its not just about fixing your vehicle, it is lovingly restoring it to new glory with a few fancy tricks. Tune-in to nonstop overhauling action with Discovery Turbo?s REMODELLED when it airs every night at 11:00 p.m. This summer season, the channel dedicated to all things motored, presents a special selection of remodelling series where vintage vehicles set for the graveyard are resurrected by mechical masterminds.

Join some of the most talented fabrication and restoration professionals like renowned design expert Chip Foose on Overhaulin?, unconventional Bangladeshi coachbuilder Leepu Awlia on Chop Shop London Garage and auto artisan Ryan Friedlinghaus on Street Customs, as they lay their hands on a variety of projects including modifications, upgrades and intense repair works. Pushing the boundaries of innovation and auto design, they continue to thrill speed-crazy customers and viewers alike with their bespoke creations.

From Hummers to Bentleys, convertibles to taco trucks, customised helicopter-limos to choppers, watch the passion and challenges as teams of skilled craftsmen weave in the symbolic stories of their famous patrons into the design and build of each ride from customisations to conceptualisation to execution.

Besides catching up on good ol? Discovery Turbo favourites, REMODELLED will also showcase premiering series such as Inside West Coast Customs, Jesse James: Outlaw Garage and Fast N? Loud where viewers will witness classic sleeping beauties transform into roaring monsters. It is thanks to the skilled mechanics and visionary experts who are responsible for finding vehicles with the potential to become rapid rockets at ultra-speed. Viewers will discover an outstanding bumper to bumper journey of surprising ingenuity, creation and inspiration. These custom car builders create quality dream merchants despite tight budgets, deadlines and multiple design challenges.

National, 19 June, 2013: It?s time to join the flock asNickelodeon India,the popular kids? brand,has acquired merchandising rights of its much-loved character, Shaun the Sheep. Following the show?s success amongstNicksters, the brand is all set to launch a whole new attractive range of merchandise for its ardent fans.Acquiring the rights from the official international creator Aardman Animations, Nickelodeon has partnered with Toy Triangle for distributing the much-awaited range which is expected to hit the Indian market by June 2013.

Shaun, the leader of the flock, is adored by millions of kids across the globe for his wit, enthusiasm and his fun-loving nature. Keeping these traits in mind, the new Shaun the Sheep merchandise range is sure to appeal to kids and help them engage with their favorite Nicktoon. The cool new range of products includes ?Shaun the Sheep? branded Plush toys in various shapes and sizes. Quoted at an affordable price range of Rs. 249/- to Rs. 1999/-, the range will be available at all leading retail stores like Hamleys and Landmark amongst others. In addition, Nickelodeon India plans to build the craze of Shaun the Sheepby bringing in plush key chains, more toys, back-to-school range, novelties, apparels and much more in the near future.

Speaking about this new range, Sandeep Dahiya, SVP & Business Head - Consumer Products, Viacom18 Media Pvt Ltd. says "Shaun the Sheep as a show has connected extremely well with the audiences and we?re confident that it will engage the audiences as much, outside television as well." He further added, "Aardman Rights has done a great job in making Shaun the Sheep a phenomena in many markets across the world, and its addition surely further strengthens our licensing portfolio that already includes popular characters like SpongeBob Square Pants, Dora the Explorer, Ninja Hattori and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, amongst others."

Rob Goodchild, Head of Licensing at Aardman, says, "Shaun the Sheep is one of our biggest properties and is a global favorite. We are happy to associate with Nickelodeon India to bring this exciting range for its Indian fans. I am sure Shaun the Sheep will be an instant hit with the kids in India as it has done internationally."

Syed Adil Qamar, Toy Triangle, Country Head, India, says, "After the launch of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle toys, we are happy to associate with Nickelodeon India once again for the launch of Shaun the Sheep range of toys. The series has been a favorite amongst the kids and parents alike. Also the merchandise has been much appreciated internationally and we are sure that it will be accepted in the same manner here as well. We have explored the opportunity to customize the goodies as per the Indian markets and make one of the most adored characters available to fans in India."