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“Squid Game 2” lights up Seoul ahead of 26 Dec release; Socio-political cloud hangs low, “I am here with a heavy heart,”  director Hwang Dong-hyuk  says
The current political context in South Korea, where martial law was briefly declared and then cancelled last week, did not disrupt or derail the launch of the second season of “Squid Game” in Seoul today (Mon, 9 Dec). But, for all the glad tidings mouthed by Netflix executives and finger hearts flashed by an array of stars, the social context was never far from the surface. “There is political turmoil in Korea, and I am here with a heavy heart,” director Hwang Dong-hyuk said. ▶ Read the full story here

Chinese-language shows take top billing at ATF in Singapore; delegates highlight collaboration, creative funding to get through hard times
Chinese-language programming and production showcases took centre stage during the ATF market in Singapore last week, echoing the creative energy and resources currently being poured into the sector. On the market floor, collaborations, creative funding and different ways of working with partners were the driving commercial themes of the three-day market, delegates said repeatedly. Organisers RX have not yet released attendance figures. ▶ Read the full story here

Netflix wins the digital week in Taiwan; “Arcane” tops all demand – Parrot Analytics
Netflix’s Taiwan drama, "Born for the Spotlight", won the streamer a spot on Parrot Analytics’ top three list of shows most in demand in Taiwan for the week of 11-17 November. On the digital list, the 12-episode drama about fame and celebrity was beaten only by "Arcane". The U.S. animated adventure fantasy was by far the week’s top show in Taiwan with almost double demand of its closest competitor. ▶ Read the full story here

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