Akon to launch streaming app for classic Hollywood movies

New Delhi : American singer Akon will be launching a streaming app dedicated to classic Hollywood movies.

He will be joining hands with Samsung to launch the Cinémoi Channel app. People will be required to take up a subscription for watching the movies anytime as per their convenience.

"We're always looking for new ways to engage our customers," Akon said in a statement to people.com.

"With the Cinémoi Channel app, we're responding to consumer demand, helping deliver content through a new experience that makes finding entertainment easy for our customers," he added.

Featuring classic films like "A Star Is Born" and modern-day movies like "Wreckers", as well as specials including "The Jonathan Ross Show" and more, the app will reach more than 39 million smart TVs and 95 million smartphones worldwide.