China’s iQIYI to Produce ‘Roommate’ as its First Korean Original Series
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variety.comPatrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefWith Korean-language content all the vogue in Asia, Chinese streaming platform iQIYI has announced production of its first Korean original series, “My Roommate is a Gumiho.”Adapted from a popular webtoon, “Living Together” the show is written, directed and produced by industry heavyweights Baek Sun-woo (“What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim”), Choi Bo-rim, and Nam Sung-woo (“Kkondae Intern”).
Production is through Studio Dragon and JTBC Studio.The announcement was made at Singapore-based TV rights market Asian Television Forum, but rights to the show will not be licensed.
Instead they will be retained and exploited worldwide by iQIYI, with a local broadcaster handling it in Korea. The production is being handled.
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