Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Media Executives Discuss Unscripted Content and Talent at APOS Summit
At the APOS media summit in Indonesia, media executives talked about how popular reality shows are becoming and how important it is to help new talent get a start.
Nicholas Simon, who worked on 'White Lotus,' is helping Thai people get their work known around the world.
His company, Tsixtysix, makes movies and won an award at Cannes.
Kantana Group created a hit Thai show, 'Master of the House,' which was very popular on Netflix.
Banijay Asia is planning a show where someone from India will go to space to find new talent.
Executives at the APOS media summit discussed rising demand for unscripted content and supporting new talent.
Nicholas Simon, founder of Indochina Productions, helps Thai talent gain international recognition.
Simon's studio, Tsixtysix, launched a Thai content studio and picked up an award at Cannes.
Kantana Group's 'Master of the House' was the first Thai series to top Netflix's global non-English chart.
Banijay Asia is planning a reality show where an Indian citizen will travel to space.
- Who
- Content executives, including Nicholas Simon and Disalada Disayanon, discussed industry trends.
- What
- Content executives discussed rising demand for unscripted content and supporting new talent.
- When
- The discussion took place at the APOS media summit.
- Where
- Indonesia
- Why
- To address rising demand for content and explore international markets.
Industry Challenges
Industry Trends
Labor and Finance
Industry Challenges
Tight budgets and tough economic outlook present challenges for labor practice and remuneration.
Industry Trends
Nurturing the next generation involves high standards for labor practices and fair compensation.
- Summit Name
- APOS media summit
- Simon's Role
- Founder/CEO of Indochina Productions
- Studio Name
- Tsixtysix
- Show Success
- 'Master of the House' reached #1 on Netflix's global charts
- Reality Show
- Bigg Boss