In a groundbreaking move that marks the first international adaptation of a Korean drama, the acclaimed series Queen of Tears, starring Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, is set to captivate Turkish audiences. The popular show, penned by the writer Park Ji Eun, will be brought to life by the Turkish production houses O3 Medya and DASS Yapım. Eccho Rights will handle the international distribution of the series.
Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won starrer Queen of Tears to get first international remake; Turkey gets the rights for local adaptation
Originally produced by Studio Dragon and airing on the prominent Korean channel tvN and Netflix worldwide, Queen of Tears tells the poignant tale of Hong Hae In, a powerful figure in the world of department stores, and her small-town husband, Baek Hyun Woo. As their marriage faces challenges, love unexpectedly blossoms anew, exploring the complexities of relationships, crisis, and reconciliation. The casting process for the Turkish adaptation is currently underway, with O3 and DASS Yapım seeking top-tier Turkish talent to portray the roles of Baek Hyun Woo and Hong Hae In.
As per a report in Turkish publication Dizilah, a representative from Studio Dragon said in a statement, “We hope to create an amazing series by adding the unique cultural background and imagination of Türkiye to the charm of the original and deliver another heartfelt experience to audiences worldwide.”
Sebastian Kim, Head of International Sales at CJ ENM, echoed Ayar’s excitement, sharing, “We are thrilled to see Queen of Tears, this year’s most successful drama, being adapted for Turkish audiences. It will be fascinating to see how the story is reimagined in a new cultural context. We look forward to the Turkish version and believe that the powerful story of Queen of Tears will continue to build on its global success.”
The series has achieved remarkable success in Korea, garnering a nationwide rating of 24.85% for its final episode, making it the highest-rated tvN series to date, surpassing even the acclaimed Crash Landing on You, also penned by Park Ji Eun. On Netflix, Queen of Tears has consistently maintained its position in the Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) list for an impressive 15 weeks, demonstrating its global appeal. Netflix’s biannual report revealed that Queen of Tears became the most-watched K-drama on the platform, amassing a remarkable 689.5 million hours of viewing time.
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