Buckle up for a September filled with a plethora of engaging content from Viu, the ultimate destination for all things Asian entertainment.
That’s not all – Viu’s also bringing one of Korea’s hottest stars, Jung Hae In for his first-ever fan meeting in Singapore on 29 Oct!
If you were mesmerized by The Penthouse’s plot twists and non-stop drama, you’ll be glad to hear that their creators are back with another highly anticipated Viu Original, The Escape of the Seven! Starring Penthouse alumni Uhm Ki Joon, Shin Eun Kyung and Yoon Jong Hoon, the series surrounds seven individuals who become enmeshed in a gripping case surrounding a girl’s disappearance.
If you can’t wait till October to meet acclaimed actor Jung Hae-in, fret not! You can catch him as a charming young suitor chasing the heart of an older woman in Something in the Rain, or as himself – an adventurous but caring traveler in Actors on the Road with fellow friend and actor Im Si Wan.
Browse the list below and save the dates for the dramas and shows you want to watch this month!
K-Dramas
The Escape of the Seven S1
For fans who can’t get enough of the Penthouse trilogy, Viu Original The Escape of the Seven is a must-watch!
Starring Penthouse alumni Uhm Ki-joon, Shin Eun-kyung and Yoon Jong-hoon, the show has already announced plans for its second season in the first half of 2024. Together with actors Hwang Jung-eum, Lee Joon, and Lee Yoo-bi, they star as seven individuals who become enmeshed in a gripping case surrounding a girl’s disappearance.
Their complex desires are slowly revealed as each character is involved in various forms of deception and betrayal. Watch on to catch the unprecedented twists and consequences unfold.
Something in the Rain
Get ready for Jung Hae-in’s upcoming fan meeting in Singapore by binging his hit drama, Something in the Rain!
Something in the Rain is a touching story of love and self-discovery. Son Ye-jin stars as Yoon Jin-a, a woman rebuilding her life after heartbreak, and her unexpected connection with her best friend’s younger brother, Seo Jun-hee, played by Jung Hae-in.
As their feelings deepen, they must confront societal norms and ageism, and experience the transformative power of love and its resilience in the face of challenges.
K-Show
Actors on the Road – Scotland
Join Jung Hae-in on his adventures in Scotland ahead of his visit to Singapore in October! Follow him and his close friend and actor Yim Si-wan on a heartwarming journey in picturesque Scotland, as the two whiskey enthusiasts explore the world of whiskey production at one of world’s largest producers of the famed alcoholic beverage.
Witness the adorable bromance between the duo as they go about their healing Scotland travels.
K-Movies
My Love, My Bride
Follow endearing newlyweds Young-min (Jo Jung-suk) and Mi-young (Shin Min-ah) as they transition from dating to married life. When the honeymoon phase comes to an end, they start bickering constantly.
As they struggle to navigate the ups and downs of married life, they gradually come to understand the true meaning of love.
The Night Owl
Set in the Joseon Dynasty, The Night Owl is based on the mystery surrounding the death of Crown Prince Sohyeon, who returned from the Qing Dynasty in the Joseon Injo period.
Kyung-soo (Ryu Jun-yeol), a blind acupuncturist with extraordinary skills, is spotted for his talent and enters the palace. Just as he arrives, Crown Prince Sohyeon returns from captivity by the Qing Dynasty.
One fateful night, Kyung-soo, who can see faintly in the dark, witnesses the death of the Crown Prince. As he tries to tell the truth, more secrets and conspiracies are revealed, and his life is put at risk.
Countdown
Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions in the sports movie Countdown! Jin Seon-kyu stars as Park Si-heon, a former boxing champ who has faced both victory and defeat – victory when he won the gold medal during the 1988 Olympics, and defeat when his career was destroyed by the same gold medal.
He now works as a high school teacher, where he’s roped into coaching the school’s boxing team. Reluctance turns to fierce determination when he meets Yeon-woo, a rising boxing star. Together, Park and his underdog team set out to prove they have what it takes to be a true champion.
C-Dramas
Sunshine by My Side
Catch Chinese A-listers Bai Bai He and Xiao Zhan in the highly anticipated workplace romance drama Sunshine by My Side.
Jian Bing (Bai Bai He) is a well-known advertising director in the industry, who’s also recently divorced. She crosses paths with Sheng Yang (Xiao Zhan), a newcomer in the same industry. They fall in love and form a bond, but are thwarted by resistance from their families and workplace gossip. Will their love stand strong despite all odds?
Parallel World 西出玉门
- Now streaming on Viu, with new episodes every Thurs – Mon
- Starring Ni Ni 倪妮, Bai Yu 白宇, Jin Han 金瀚, Meng Zi Yi 孟子义
Join Bai Yu and Ni Ni in the latest action fantasy, Parallel World. They star as a melon seller and shadow puppeteer who join forces to explore the desert depths – one to solve the mystery of her heritage, another to bring back his girlfriend’s lifeless body. In the desert, they find themselves entangled with mystical beings and other conspiracies at hand.
My Journey to You 云之羽
- Episodes 1-10 now available on Viu
- Starring Esther Yu 虞书欣, Zhang Ling He 张凌赫
The series tells the story of Yun Wei Shan (Esther Yu), a spy longing for freedom, who infiltrates the Gong residence to complete a mission. She unexpectedly encounters love and friendship in the treacherous Gong residence and embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Together with the rebellious nobleman Gong Zi Yu (Zhang Ling He), they grow and mature through their shared experiences.
*Press Release
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