Webtoon-Based Dramas Gain Popularity
Webtoon dramas are in bloom this year. Expectations are high on “Rugal” and “Meow, the Secret Boy”coming this March, on whether they’ll bring the originals’ imagination to life. Currently on air, the jTBC drama “Itaewon Class” started with a viewing percentage of 5% and went all the way up to 15%. It has proved that webtoons have a strong fan […]
YG Trainees Vicky and Jane say YG is Poor + Give Hints on “Baby Monster”
The latest episode of the Chinese Reality Show “Youth With You” showcased the dancing and singing skills of YG Trainees Vicky Wei and Jane Wang. While the two are rumored to be completing the list of the upcoming new KPOP girl group of the said entertainment agency, both have something to say about YG and […]
Viu and Mediacorp combine forces to amplify premium content offerings for viewers across Asia
Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service from PCCW Media Group with more than 41 million monthly active users (MAU), and Mediacorp, Singapore’s largest content creator and national media network, today announced a collaboration which will offer Viu-ers access to drama and lifestyle programmes from Mediacorp. Ms. Virginia Lim, Chief Content Officer, Viu, said, “Viu has established itself to be a leading pan-regional OTT platform engaging our viewers with premium entertainment content made in Asia. We are committed to continually enriching the content experience on our platform, and in recent years we have successfully brought locally produced shows from terrestrial broadcasters to our regional digital viewers. This collaboration with Mediacorp is another example of Viu being the ideal digital platform in the region to showcase the great content produced in Singapore.” Starting from today, more than 600 hours of curated Mediacorp content will be available to Viu-ers throughout Indonesia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. This selection spans scripted and factual titles, from recent Chinese rom-com megahits like My One In A Million (2019) and the social issue-focused dystopian drama A World of Difference (2019); romantic family-friendly titles Happy Prince (2020) and Heart to Heart (2018); psychodramas Doppelganger (2018) and The Driver (2020); seasons three and four of the popular police procedural series C.L.I.F. (2014 – 2016), to All Around You (2020), a youth-centric drama featuring the fresh-faced finalists of Star Search 2019. English programmes for the picking include Asia Contents Awards 2019 Best Asian Drama winner Faculty (2017), seasons one and two of tech-driven thriller Zero Calling (2014 – 2015), and Food Heroes (2016), CNA’s showcase of Singaporean gastronomic gurus. Content will include English, Bahasa Melayu, Traditional Chinese and Thai subtitles on an as-available basis. Ms. Doreen Neo, Chief Content Officer, Mediacorp, said, “Partnering with Viu will extend the reach and recognition of our content to a wider regional audience, and attests to the universal appeal and storytelling strength of Mediacorp productions. We are excited to introduce our proudly ‘made in Singapore’ content to new audiences across Asia.” The Mediacorp content offerings are now available on the Viu mobile app, which can be downloaded for free on App Store, Google Play, and selected smart TVs; as well as on the web at www.viu.com. Source: K-Music Insider
13 K-Pop Groups That Changed Drastically From Debut To Now
Sometimes, K-Pop groups find a niche to fill as soon as they debut, and stick to that kind of concept due to how successful it is. Other times, and much more frequently, groups experiment with different concepts and aesthetics throughout their careers, constantly changing things up and keeping fans on their toes. Here are 13 […]
Park Bo Gum Confirmed to Make a Cameo Appearance in the Final Episode of “Itaewon Class”
Sports Seoul just reported that Park Bo Gum will be making a cameo appearance in the final episode of the popular drama, Itaewon Class. According to the report, Park Bo Gum obtained the special role through his connection with the drama’s producer, Kim Sung Yoon. Park Bo Gum worked with producer Kim Sung Yoon back […]
RED VELVET’s Joy Fulfilled Our Fantasy With Her Whimsical Outfit On Instagram
Red Velvet‘s member Joy‘s latest Instagram post on March 11th has fulfilled all our fantasy about a modern innocent witch who is fun and whimsical but also has a strong fashion taste. The girly and youthful design screams Miu Miu. We love the contrast between the puff-sleeved blouse in navy blue and the dramatic bow […]