SPI/FilmBox and A1, one of the largest private telecom, ICT and content service providers in Belarus, announce that they have inked a distribution agreement for SPI’s premium drama brand Dizi which will be offered as both a linear channel and subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) through the operator’s IPTV platform. Timeless Dizi Channel will be available to all A1 subscribers in Belarus and the viewers will be able to access Russian localized Dizi series on-demand through the operator’s video service.

“We are pleased to partner with A1, one of the leading players in the Belarusian market, for one of our most sought-after brands. We are confident that Timeless Dizi Channel and Dizi’s on-demand content will provide drama series enthusiasts in Belarus with a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience that they can enjoy whenever and however they want,” commented Murat Muratoğlu, Head of Distribution at SPI International.

Established in April 2019, Dizi reaches millions of households worldwide, rapidly growing its global footprint with recent launches in Sub-Saharan Africa, CEE and Western Europe. With over 600 hours of fresh content including globally acclaimed drama series, the channel highlights include: Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers and more.

“It is important for us to continue developing video services for literally everyone - for viewers with different tastes, interests and needs,” commented Anton Bladik, Senior Director for Digital Platforms and Content at A1.