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Broadcast Pro
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
CJ ENM partners with Shahid to launch premium Korean dramas in MENA
The agreement will bring 20 top Korean series from CJ ENM's catalogue to Shahid. Korean entertainment company CJ ENM has announced a content partnership with Arabic streaming platform Shahid. The agreement marks CJ ENM's first major entry into the MENA streaming market, aligning with the company's ongoing strategy to expand its global footprint, according to a report by Variety. As part of the deal, 20 of CJ ENM's top Korean series will be available on Shahid starting June 19. This content rollout aims to introduce the region's audiences to a wide range of Korean storytelling, from romantic comedies and psychological thrillers to fantasy and crime dramas. The lineup includes acclaimed series such as What's Wrong with Secretary Kim, Lovely Runner, Mouse, Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, Another Miss Oh, Her Private Life, Search: WWW, My Lovely Liar, Hotel Del Luna, Doom at Your Service and Flower of Evil. Sebastian Kim, Vice President of International Content Business at CJ ENM, highlighted the global resonance of Korean dramas, noting their cinematic quality, emotional depth, and universal themes. 'Our drama series have won the hearts of global audiences by capturing human emotions through compelling storytelling,' he said. 'Partnering with Shahid gives us an opportunity to reach a whole new audience and further drive the K-culture wave in the MENA region.' The launch coincides with CJ ENM's 30th anniversary and follows other international efforts, including a recent deal with Mexico's Imagen Televisión for a Korean drama primetime slot and multiple nominations at the Banff Rockie Awards. Tarek Alibrahim, General Manager of MBC1 and MBC Drama and General Manager of Content at Shahid, added: 'Korean dramas have built a massive global following, and we're thrilled to become the home for CJ ENM's top titles in the region. This partnership signals a new era for K-content in MENA and reinforces our mission to deliver rich, world-class entertainment to our audience.' The collaboration not only strengthens CJ ENM's global presence but also positions Shahid as a key platform for introducing premium Korean content to Arabic-speaking viewers across the region.
Broadcast Pro
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
CJ ENM brings top K-dramas to Emirates' inflight entertainment
The agreement brings four of CJ ENM's popular dramas to ice, the airline's inflight entertainment system. CJ ENM has finalised a distribution deal with UAE airline Emirates to feature four of its hit K-dramas on the airline's inflight entertainment system, ice. Partnering with content distribution and production company Circular Media, this agreement expands the global presence of Korean entertainment in travel media. The lineup includes four of CJ ENM's successful dramas—Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, Lovely Runner, Hotel Del Luna and What's Wrong with Secretary Kim. By offering these popular series onboard, Emirates aims to enhance its premium entertainment selection and cater to the rising demand for K-Dramas among international travellers. Sebastian Kim, VP of the International Content Business Department at CJ ENM, said: 'It is definitely a monumental moment for us, CJ ENM, to provide our titles for the one and only Emirates. We genuinely hope this in-flight exposure opportunity of our well-made titles brings joy, thrill, and happiness to all the customers who begin their journeys with the airline.' These dramas, known for their commercial success and worldwide fanbase, continue to captivate audiences. Their inclusion in Emirates' onboard offerings underscores the increasing demand for high-quality K-dramas in global inflight entertainment. Nicolás Valdés, CEO of Circular Media, commented: 'We are proud to have facilitated this agreement, expanding the reach of CJ ENM's premium content to a new audience. Emirates is a key partner in bringing world-class entertainment to travellers, and this deal underscores the growing global demand for high-quality K-dramas.'
