Attention! 'The First Responders' Airing 12th November

 

When accidents and emergencies strike, first responders throw caution to the wind and put themselves in harm’s way to save the lives of others. In the upcoming Korean drama, The First Responders, audiences are invited to ride along with several emergency services workers as they cooperate to save those in need and solve cases - coming to Disney+ Hotstar November 12. 

The First Responders follows Jin Hogae, a talented detective with a knack for understanding the criminal mind; Bong Dojin an enthusiastic firefighter who takes great care of victims, and Song Seol, a paramedic with a warm heart; showing how fate and tragedy brings them all together to save lives and help those most seriously impacted. 

Starring Kim Raewon (Doctors, Black Knight: The Man Who Guards Me) as detective Jin Hogae; Son Hojun (Dazzling, Reply 1994) as firefighter Bong Dojin, and Gong Seungyeon (Six Flying Dragons, Heard it Through the Grapevine) as paramedic Song Seol, The First Responders is written by Min Jieun (Partners for Justice), and directed by Shin Kyungsoo (Nokdu Flower, Six Flying Dragons) 

Stream The First Responders on Disney+ Hotstar from November 12.

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Snuggle up with some of Korea’s hottest rising stars on Viu this September!

Siwan returns with 1st drama 'Stranger From Hell' after mandatory national service |
Park Ji Hoon, Kim Min Jae and more joins the fusion historical drama Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency 

The season of falling leaves is finally here. Stay warm and snuggle up with some of South Korea’s rising stars this September. Im Siwan is back, after his mandatory national service, with a horror thriller drama, based on a popular webtoon of the same name, Stranger From Hell. 

The drama tells the tale of an old dormitory in Seoul and its creepy inhabitants - including Produce X 101 host, Lee Dong Wook, who plays the role of a mysterious dentist, Seo Moon-Zo. Siwan, however starring as Yoon Jong Woo who plays the role of a young man who moves to Seoul to achieve his dreams but was struggling because of the residents of his dorm. 

Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Angecy features Seo Ji Hoo, Gong Seung Yeon, Kim Min Jae & Park Ji Hoon

September is a popular month for weddings! For those still single and tired of dating apps, say hello to Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency. From the clean-cut Park Ji Hoon, the playful Kim Min Jae to the elegant Gong Seung Yeon, catch these rising stars in action as they aim to transform an ordinary citizen to a noble beauty, deserving of royalty.

The fusion historical drama tells the story of three flower boy matchmakers, Ma Hoon (starring Kim Min Jae) , Do Joon (starring Byeon Woo-Seok) and Ko Young-Soo (starring as Park Ji Hoon), who receive a request from the King of Joseon, Lee Soo (starring Seo Ji Hoon) to transform his first love, Gae-Ddong (starring Gong Seung Yeon) from a poor background into a noble woman. 

Variety Show, Funding Together will feature Yoo In Na, Jung Hae In, Kang Ha Neul & more

For those looking for some inspiration, catch Funding Together, where celebrities embark on small projects – from planning small gatherings to audio books – as part of crowdfunding. With the help of the viewers, catch these celebrities as they attempt to create engaging ideas that resonate with their audiences.

Viu Premium subscribers can enjoy their favourite Asian dramas and variety shows, as well as kids’ content in full HD on not only Samsung Smart TV, but also on LG and Apple TV*! Users simply need to download the Viu app on the Smart TV app store to launch the app and catch all dramas and shows in crystal clear definition – perfect for a Viu - and – chill session!

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