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Tue, March 21, 2023 | 03:22

Viu Philippines executive seeks to create original stories with distinctive cultural touch

Viu Philippines executive seeks to create original stories with distinctive cultural touch

The emerging era of streaming services and digital media has prompted entertainment content to become increasingly transnational every day, going beyond borders to reach audiences worldwide. With content from all over the world now joining the competition at the global level, originality has become more important than ever.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-27 08:18

'Reborn Rich' ends with its highest-rated episode

'Reborn Rich' ends with its highest-rated episode

The local cable channel JTBC series "Reborn Rich" came to an end Sunday, breaking its own viewership record and scoring the second highest rating for any drama from the channel.

2022-12-26 10:33

[INTERVIEW] Lee Jun-young drawn to realistic, heartfelt story of 'May I Help You'

INTERVIEWLee Jun-young drawn to realistic, heartfelt story of 'May I Help You'

Actor Lee Jun-young shared his lingering feelings toward his recent MBC series, “May I Help You,” which wrapped up on Thursday, saying he was moved by its realistic, heartfelt story. “I like series with scripts that reflect realistic elements from the real world. So when I read the script for this series, I decided to take the role right away. It was interesting and I liked h...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-25 16:48

Hani to talk about sex in series 'Fanta G Spot'

Hani to talk about sex in series 'Fanta G Spot'

Sex has often been considered uncharted territory in Korea for discussion in TV dramas. Coupang Play's new original series, “Fanta G spot,” starring Ahn Hee-yeon, better known as Hani of EXID, intends to bring the taboo subject to the surface with a story of two friends' raunchy adventures to discovering sexual pleasure.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-23 08:24

Tving series 'Island' tells fantasy exorcism story set on Jeju Island

Tving series 'Island' tells fantasy exorcism story set on Jeju Island

Tving's new series "Island" will tell a fantasy story of characters who fight evil forces trying to destroy the world, based on a popular webtoon under the same name.

2022-12-22 17:02

'The Interest of Love' to touch on realistic workplace romance

'The Interest of Love' to touch on realistic workplace romance

Actor Yoo Yeon-seok, known for his heartthrob roles in romance series, is leading “The Interest of Love,” which follows the realistic romantic relationship of a workplace couple. “In my previous works, the romances were devoted or one-way love. But this time, it's more realistic. This series involves different struggles and conflicts that everyone in real life might come acro...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-22 13:18

MBC TV counseling show accused of neglecting child abuse

MBC TV counseling show accused of neglecting child abuse

MBC's “Oh Eun-young's Report: Marriage Hell,” a couple's counseling reality TV show, is facing a backlash after one of its episodes aired an alleged child molestation case. The show, hosted by the renowned psychiatrist, Oh, invites different married couples every week to discuss their issues and offers professional advice.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-21 16:08

Chinese TV, streaming platforms open further to Korean dramas

Chinese TV, streaming platforms open further to Korean dramas

A major Chinese TV network is expected to air Korean dramas next year, set to join other streaming platforms that have opened their doors to Korean entertainment content after a yearslong cultural freeze.

2022-12-21 11:02

'The Glory' features female revenge drama with Song Hye-gyo

'The Glory' features female revenge drama with Song Hye-gyo

Actress Song Hye-gyo, widely known as the "Melodrama Queen," is returning with a new Netflix series, "The Glory," a grim revenge drama involving bullying at school.

2022-12-20 15:16

iKON's Koo Jun-hoe to make small screen debut

iKON's Koo Jun-hoe to make small screen debut

Singer Koo Jun-hoe, a member of K-pop boy band iKON, will be making a small screen debut with the new series “Bo-ra! Deborah” (direct translation). The singer's agency, YG Entertainment, announced Monday that Koo has taken a role in ENA's upcoming romantic comedy series.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-19 17:15

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