Underground Kings MMA Season II Bobby Razak Inks Deal Prior to Season I Release

In a rare move in TV programming, Indie Film Producer Bobby Razak has inked Season II of his new series Underground Kings MMA before the first episode of Season 1 hits the airways. Scheduled for a late April release, episodes one and two have yet to be seen by Time Warner's VOD channel that airs on six cable networks.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 12, 2008 -- In a rare move in TV programming, Indie Film Producer Bobby Razak has inked Season II of his new series Underground Kings MMA before the first episode of Season 1 hits the airways. Scheduled for a late April release, episodes one and two have yet to be seen by Time Warner's VOD channel that airs on six cable networks.

Razak describes the discussion that led up to this unusual move in an industry that sets a high standard for debut programming: "Ripe Digital Entertainment is convinced that MMA is a growth market and to accelerate acceptance has offered a worldwide mobile release along with the TV release. We will cut episodes into shorts for download onto mobile devices and via internet tv and video portals giving the world 24/7 access. Season II will be developed into full episodes and begin airing July 2008."

When questioned about any underlying reasons behind the move, Razak shyly admits, "Well, I guess it had a little to do with my reputation for delivering compelling works that reach the core of the viewer. My film Pit Fight really resonates with the fighter within and experiments with production techniques that deliver raw energy."

Razak was recently interviewed by Sports Illustrated.com where he discussed the portrayal of MMA through the eyes of Hollywood. Find his candid remarks at BobbyRazakFilms.com

As a young boy growing up in Tottenham, London, England, Bobby Razak found himself extremely inspired by the art of film. Movies such as "Spartacus," "Enter the Dragon," and "Casablanca" triggered Bobby's dream to become a filmmaker. Determined not to let his dream go, Razak moved from England to Los Angeles, CA to pursue his career in film. Once in L.A., Bobby began working for various production companies until he was able to raise the money to produce and direct the critically acclaimed documentary, "Rites of Passage." The film explores the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) and enters the minds of the athletes featured providing a one of a kind, thoughtful, and introspective view of the MMA world. "Rites of Passage," was screened at Sundance Film Festival and appeared on In-Demand PPV across the USA. Pushing the boundaries, Bobby's next film, "Pit Fight," was shot on 35mm film and contains real bare-knuckle fighting.

"Pit Fight" was premiered in the Los Angeles International Short Film Festival, was screened at the Berlin Film Festival, and won numerous visual awards from around the world. He then produced "Invincible Warrior" and "Underground NHB" that is still in stores today. Switching gears, Bobby's next film, "Love, Pain, Eternal," explores the concepts of love, friendship, and self using his own life experiences. The powerfully emotional film will premiere at Sundance 2008 and screened in several other film festivals worldwide. In April 2008, Bobby will be directing a brand new MMA reality show called "Underground Kings of MMA". Still passionate about his work, Bobby continues to seek out new ideas to capture on film. Often fueled by the experiences in his own life, you never know where Bobby's next film will lead its viewers.

Sponsorship inquiries for Underground Kings of MMA and future Bobby Razak films should be directed to niki @ faldemolaei.com or go to http://faldemolaei.com/bobbyrazak.html.

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