Asia’s content space has proven to be resilient in the past year when productions have been halted due to the ongoing pandemic. This year, we’ve seen multiple co-production deals being inked and hot new Original productions being launched, which says a lot about Asia’s thriving content space. But just how well did 2021 look for content and what’s in store for 2022? We’ve interviewed 10 media companies across studios, OTT platforms, and broadcasters to get their take on what the past year has … [Read more...] about Content is king: What media executives have to say on what’s hot for 2022 (Part two)
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New K-drama ‘Snowdrop’ to debut on Disney+ this week
After months of excitement and speculation, the highly anticipated Korean drama, Snowdrop, will debut on Disney+ for audiences across Asia on December 18. Set against the backdrop of the political turmoil that swept across the Korean peninsula in 1987, Snowdrop features Jung Hae-In, star of Tune in for Love and While You Were Sleeping, and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, in a 16-part series. An original on Disney+ under the Star banner, Snowdrop was written by Yoo Hyun-mi and directed by Jo Hyun-tak - the … [Read more...] about New K-drama ‘Snowdrop’ to debut on Disney+ this week
iQiyi Original K-series ‘Jirisan’ set for global premiere on 23 October
iQiyi is all set for the global premiere of its newest Original K-series Jirisan on 23 October. The event kicked off with a highlight video of Jirisan, with the sneak preview showcasing the different seasons of Jirisan peak. The K-series follows a team of national park rangers who are responsible for the search and rescue on Jirisan. Experienced ranger (played by Gianna Jun) and rookie ranger (played by Ju Ji-hoon) are set to unravel the secrets of the peak. Present at the global press … [Read more...] about iQiyi Original K-series ‘Jirisan’ set for global premiere on 23 October
Viu partners with Smart to launch Giga K-Video endorsed by top-tier Korean actor
Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service operated by Viu International Limited, has partnered with the Philippines’ leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. to launch the new GIGA K-Video data pack endorsed by Korean superstar Park Seo Jun. Smart GIGA K-Video is the first-ever prepaid data pack in the Smart Giga family that comes with a Viu Premium subscription, making it much easier for Filipinos to enjoy the latest Korean content, uninterrupted and … [Read more...] about Viu partners with Smart to launch Giga K-Video endorsed by top-tier Korean actor
