'The Tale of Lady Ok Rises in Popularity in Southeast Asia...New Possibilities for K-Series Classic Dramas

JTBC's weekend drama "The Tale of Lady Ok" is making significant gains in Southeast Asia, showing new possibilities for K-dramas.

According to the weekly chart for the fourth week of December (Dec. 23-Dec. 29) released by Viu, Asia's largest OTT platform, "The Tale of Lady Ok" ranked No. 3 in Hong Kong and No. 4 in Malaysia. It also ranked No. 8 in Thailand and No. 10 in Singapore, garnering the attention of global fans in key countries.

"The Tale of Lady Ok" tells the story of Ok Tae-young, an outsider whose name, identity, and husband are all fake, and Cheon Seung-hwi, a young man who risks everything to protect her. It is receiving fresh reviews for its departure from traditional court-centered sageuks, bringing the stories of old people and commoners to the forefront, and for its fresh take on survival and real-life issues.

It is a remarkable achievement that 'The Tale of Lady Ok' made it to Viu's top charts despite being a sageuk. The original storyline and engaging performances of the lead actors have been well-received by global audiences, leaving a lasting impression.