Verizon Wireless announced that it has launched Spanish programming Azteca America on V CAST Video. Verizon Wireless subscribers can watch Azteca America programming that includes top programs in entertainment, drama, sports and telenovelas.
V CAST Video subscribers are delivered with full episodes of their favorite shows as well as live sports events, including the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Azteca America’s content can also be found on V CAST-capable phones in the Media Center/Get It Now under V CAST Video/Latino/Azteca America.
Popular programming of Azteca America on V CAST Video includes:
Entertainment
* “Ventaneando” – The hottest celebrity news from Mexico and the United States. The program is hosted by Pati Chapoy, Atala Sarmiento, Daniel Bisogno, Ricardo Casares, Jimena Perez and Pedro Sola, featuring a studio in Mexico City and mobile units in Southern California and South Florida.
* “ExtraNormal” – A program that takes a closer look at the paranormal with the most astonishing stories, testimonies and first-hand experiences.
* “Al Extremo” – A high-impact television news magazine program that features human interest stories, police tales, miraculous events, entertainment news and all the scandal that can fit on a television screen.
* “Lo que la Gente Cuenta” – Terror and suspense-filled tales of people who swear they’ve experienced paranormal encounters.
Drama
* “Lo Que Callamos las Mujeres” – A single-episode series that presents the biggest challenges facing women in their daily struggles. The program resolves issues such as infidelity, anorexia, sexual abuse, domestic violence and discrimination through scripted drama.
* “El Milagro de Los Santos” – A program about searching for faith and hope. This single-episode dramatic series inspires belief by miracles as characters begin journeys that are inspired by the saints that are present on Mexican street corners, an image kept in a wallet or purse, or even parts of popular sayings and expressions.
Sports
* “Antesala Deportiva” – A sports commentary and analysis show hosted by Carlos Guerrero and Paco Gonzalez that features detailed highlights of your favorite games, as well as expert opinions on games to come.
Telenovelas
* “Bellezas Indomables” – The story of three beautiful sisters who live the good life until an unfortunate turn of events leaves them penniless. Forced to make it on their own, each sister seeks true love. Maria Fernanda is reunited with her nanny’s son, Manuel, but their love must overcome the greed and jealousy of the evil Gregorio.
* “Cuando Seas Mia” – Paloma works as a coffee picker but strives for a better life. She finds her knight in Diego, an heir to the plantation. However, as a battle to control the family business arises, their love is in jeopardy.
* “La Heredera” – Maria Claudia is the daughter of one of Latin America’s most successful entrepreneurs. Upon returning from MBA studies abroad, she discovers that her father plans to name her as the sole heir to his fortune. But, Maria Claudia unexpectedly finds love when her plane crashes and the Mexican-American soldier Antonio not only saves her life, but also opens her heart.
Rawdon Messenger, director of new media for Azteca America said “We’re excited to continue offering top-notch Azteca America programming on new platforms. V CAST Video gives users a unique selection of unmatched high-quality video on the go.”
Terry Denson, vice president of content acquisition and strategy at Verizon said “Verizon Wireless continues to add to the choices available to customers using V CAST Video, and Azteca’s line-up of Spanish-language shows offers great entertainment and sports.”
Maryann Moschides, president of Red Planet Media said “Azteca America has some of the most popular Spanish-language programming on television. We are bringing the very best of Azteca America to Verizon Wireless phones with daily entertainment news shows such as ‘Ventaneando’ and exciting, full-length sports, drama and telenovela titles.”
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