Itaewon Class, the 2020 K-drama aired in Korea by JTBC and streamed around the world on Netflix has captivated audiences with its compelling story of an ex-convict who tries his luck in the restaurant business while vowing to take revenge on the death of his father. Originally based on a webtoon of the same name, Itaewon Class won the Best Drama Series category at the 25th Asian Television Awards in 2020. The series was well-received not just in Asia but around the world, making it to many … [Read more...] about Asian Television Awards Alumni Spotlight: Kim Sung-Yoon, Director, ‘Itaewon Class’
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iQiyi Original K-drama ‘Bad and Crazy’ starring Lee Dong Wook and Wi Ha Jun set for December premiere
iQiyi is set to close 2021 on a high with its latest heavyweight Original K-series Bad and Crazy, by the production team behind The Uncanny Counter, starring Lee Dong Wook (Tale of the Nine Tailed, Guardian: The Lonely and Great God) and Wi Ha Jun (Squid Game, 18 Again, Something in the Rain). Making its debut on 18 November was its first-ever 15-second concept teaser featuring dashing leads Lee Dong Wook as the “Bad” and Wi Ha Jun as the “Crazy” characters. The action-packed sneak peek even … [Read more...] about iQiyi Original K-drama ‘Bad and Crazy’ starring Lee Dong Wook and Wi Ha Jun set for December premiere
Han Hyo-Joo and Park Hyung-Sik’s comeback K-drama ‘Happiness’ to premiere on tvN
Han Hyo-joo and Park Hyung-sik are starring in the upcoming South Korean drama HAPPINESS, premiering on 06 November, every Saturday and Sunday 10.30 p.m. on tvN (Singtel TV CH 518, StarHub TV CH 824). HAPPINESS is Han Hyo-joo and Park Hyung-sik's comeback K-drama. The action-thriller masterpiece also cast Jo Woo-jin and will follow the story of the people living in an apartment during a time where a deadly virus has spread throughout the city. Conflict arises within the apartment as the … [Read more...] about Han Hyo-Joo and Park Hyung-Sik’s comeback K-drama ‘Happiness’ to premiere on tvN
All the new K-drama and C-drama content that’s coming to iQiyi this November
iQiyi is set to premiere K-drama and original Chinese drama series this November. Korean dramas Melancholia Premieres 11 November Starring Lee Do-Hyun (18 Again) and Im Soo-Jung, Melancholia follows Ji Yoon-soo, a math teacher (played by Im Soo-Jung) of a prestigious high school who helps Baek Seung-Yoo (played by Lee Do-Hyun), a problematic student with math potential top his class. The teacher-student relationship scandal causes Yoon-Soo to lose her job. 4 years later, they meet again as … [Read more...] about All the new K-drama and C-drama content that’s coming to iQiyi this November
Viu announces a slew of exciting new releases for November
And just like that, it’s November – and Viu has an assortment of exciting releases to ease you into the upcoming holiday season. Make the most of your weekends by streaming all the highly anticipated shows coming to Viu this month! Stay home with a friend (or two) and binge-watch the latest and best of Asian entertainment, including lighthearted romantic comedies, riveting dramas, chilling thrillers and lively variety shows. Captivating dramas and movies featuring all-star casts No … [Read more...] about Viu announces a slew of exciting new releases for November
Asia’s growing appetite for the C-drama wave (Part two)
In the first part of this story, we explored what drives the demand for Chinese content in Asia. Continued investments in fresh genres and high-quality productions iQiyi, which not only streams a wide selection of Chinese content but also popular K-drama titles, sees an overlap in the K-drama audience that they’re able to pull them to Chinese drama. Kuek said, “I think we’re trying to make sure that we always try out different styles and genres. We want to break out beyond that group so … [Read more...] about Asia’s growing appetite for the C-drama wave (Part two)
