Rakuten Viki's K-Drama Day Returns
As K-drama continues to captivate audiences around the globe, Rakuten Viki celebrates its third annual K-Drama Day from
September 26 to 30. This exciting event offers fans the chance to enjoy
a selection of ten popular K-dramas for free, bringing Korean entertainment to a wider audience. The lineup includes hits such as
Reborn Rich, starring the beloved actor Song Joong-ki, the romantic fantasy
Lovely Runner, and the delightful rom-com
My Dearest Nemesis.
Celebrate with Exciting Prizes
In addition to free viewing, Rakuten Viki is rolling out a variety of
prizes and giveaways. Fans can win premium tickets for Dua Lipa's concert in San Francisco, signed polaroid photos of popular K-drama stars, Viki-themed merchandise like boba keychains, and even a year's subscription to Viki Pass Plus.
Retail partners are also joining in on the festivities. Here's a glimpse of what’s in store:
- - Rakuten is offering $500 gift cards for Hotels.com for the travel enthusiasts.
- - LINE FRIENDS SQUARE will present exclusive promotions at their flagship stores in Hollywood and Times Square.
- - PEPERO, the famous Korean snack brand, will distribute snack boxes for fans to enjoy while binge-watching their favorite K-dramas.
- - Everlane is offering an exclusive 20% discount on their stylish clothing line.
- - WEBTOON is providing chances for fans to win WEBTOON Coins to explore the narratives behind beloved K-dramas.
- - Google will be giving away Google TV Streamers to enhance the viewing experience.
- - Rakuten Kobo is offering Kobo Clara eReaders, complete with recommendations for paired K-dramas and novels.
Exclusive Content and Star Interactions
To highlight the magic of K-dramas, this year's event also features
special content and interactive opportunities. Fans can look forward to exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews, including one with director Lee Soo Hyun of
My Dearest Nemesis. Moreover, an Ask Me Anything session featuring director Park Seung Woo of
Law and The City will take place on Reddit’s r/KDRAMA subreddit later in the event.
DIVE Studios, a media company, will host a special episode of their
GET REAL podcast featuring K-pop stars discussing the global impact of K-dramas. Moreover, select fans will have the chance to engage in virtual meet-and-greet sessions with actor Heo Nam Jun. Members of K-pop girl group H1-KEY will also share their favorite dramas from Viki's curated collections in an exclusive video interview.
Free Access to Iconic K-Dramas
From
September 26-30, K-drama lovers are invited to watch ten of Viki's beloved series for free. The collection includes:
- - My Dearest Nemesis
- - Lovely Runner
- - Reborn Rich
- - Study Group
- - Strong Woman Do Bong Soon
- - And many more popular titles.
Themed Collections Leading to K-Drama Day
In anticipation of K-Drama Day, Viki is also rolling out a series of
curated playlists to celebrate various genres. Each week leading up to the event showcases unique themes like romance, thrillers, melodramas, and amusing comedies, drawing attention to the diversity and richness of K-drama storytelling.
Viki remains accessible for fans to watch either with ads or via paid subscriptions. With a reach exceeding
100 million registered users across 190+ countries, Rakuten Viki continues to be a primary hub for Asian entertainment.
For further details about K-Drama Day, and the various promotions, fans can visit Viki's official site or follow them on their social media channels.
Join the celebration and immerse yourself in the captivating world of K-dramas this September with Rakuten Viki!