Singapore, 24 August 2023
Mediacorp, Singapore’s national media network and largest content creator, has inked a content acquisition deal with BEC World Public Company Limited (BEC), Thailand’s leading content and entertainment platform, for the roll out of more than 600 hours of Thai dramas on its digital video service mewatch, available to viewers completely for free. Selected shows will also air on its free-to-air Channel U.
Leading the slate of standout titles that are bound to enthral Thai drama connoisseurs is period series Love Destiny 2, the highly awaited sequel to 2018 megahit Love Destiny. Set in the Ayutthaya Kingdom, the first instalment captivated audiences across Asia with the tale of Ketsurang, a soul transported back in time, navigating a world of royal intrigue and romance. Amid the backdrop of timeless love, the sequel invites viewers to step into the next chapter as Ketsurang and Det embrace parenthood with twins Rid and Ruang. In a showcase of their versatility, Thai A-listers Pope Thanawat Wattanaputi and Bella Ranee Campen will reprise their beloved roles and also branch out, with Pope embodying the twins and Bella introducing a new romantic interest that promises an epic tale of forever love. Love Destiny 2 is set to debut on mewatch in both Chinese and Thai, in the same week of its original release in Thailand. Stay tuned for more details!
And that is just the beginning of the Thai drama extravaganza coming to fans, as a larger array unfolds in October. Taking viewers back to present day, Dare to Love paints a resonate conflict between love and ambition as an aspiring lawyer, played by Bella, grapples with the surprise return of a past love. Shifting gears, the charm of rural Thailand is brought to life in To Me, It’s Simply You. Starring Nadech Kugimiya and Maylada Susri, Thailand’s top-rated primetime series in 2021 follows an urbane dweller’s quest to recover from busting city life by returning to his village, where he rediscovers the warmth of community and familial ties. Meanwhile, for fans of the supernatural, Nakee follows the footsteps of a girl with latent superpowers and an archaeology student as they embark on an odyssey fraught with challenges from family, superstitions and an ancient curse. The mystical saga stars popular celebrities Natapohn Tameeruks and Phupoom Phongpanu, and was crowned Thailand’s top-rated drama in 2016.
Please refer to Annex A for viewing details. The list is not exhaustive, and fans can expect to enjoy an expansive catalogue with classic and fresh Thai dramas added regularly.
Lee Hung Sheng, Head, Audience & Partnerships, Mediacorp said: “We are thrilled to join forces with BEC, home to a treasure trove of Thai dramas renowned for their inventive storytelling and cultural richness. This collaboration underscores our commitment to cater to the diverse, dynamic tastes of local audiences with an ever-expanding slate of content offerings on mewatch, and we hope they will find as much joy in these stories as we have in curating them!”
Mr. Surin Krittayaphongphun, President of TV Business and Executive Director, BEC World said: “We are delighted to partner with Mediacorp in bringing the best Thai Dramas to Singaporean viewers. This collaboration not only showcases our commitment towards delivering high-quality content but also signifies our dedication to furthering strong ties between Singapore and Thailand through shared cultural experiences.”
Annex A
Title | Synopses | Availability |
Love Destiny 2 (Dual Sound) | Love Destiny 2 picks up where Love Destiny left off, opening a new chapter as Ketsurang (in Karaket’s body) and Det have twins: Rid and Ruang. The birth of the twins marks the prelude, and, simultaneously, tail piece for this epic story of a forever love. As life goes on, it weaves a seamless tapestry of the past and present that sculpts Love Destiny 2’s present-day reality. Starring Bella Ranee Campen, Pope Thanawat Wattanaputi | Coming soon, with new episodes released weekly on mewatch in the same week of its original premiere in Thailand. |
(Dual Sound) | Set during the reign of King Narai of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, Love Destiny follows the tale of a kind-hearted woman, Ketsurang, whose soul is transported back in time to live in the body of a woman, Karaket, who had been cursed for plotting a murder. As Ketsurang navigates the past, her antics slowly earn Det’s affection. But will they be together and live happily ever after? Starring Bella Ranee Campen, Pope Thanawat Wattanaputi | Available on demand for free on mewatch, with 5 new episodes released every Monday. Ch U from 11 Aug to 5 Oct, every Mon to Fri 6pm – 7pm. |
Dare to Love | Tisha is an ambitious lawyer who works 24/7 just to prove her worth and become the first female Partner at her law firm. Romance was among Tisha’s life goals despite multiple suitors – or that was the case, until Q, Tisha’s first love, is hired as an intern in the same company. Tisha tries to hide her past and feeling for Q. She is certain that this old flame, if reignited, will obstruct her rising career. However, love slowly blooms between the two of them despite differences in age, position and social status, not to mention gossip from people around them. Will Tisha choose her love or her life-long goal? Starring Bella Ranee Campen, Kongthap Peak | Full series available on demand for free on mewatch from 6 Oct. |
To Me, It’s Simply You | This is the story of a man who returns home to recover from the bustling city life. To reclaim the things that he took for granted, however, he was made to work through a farming challenge with the help of his friends and family. Without realising it, he gains back something more valuable. Starring Nadech Kugimiya, Maylada Susri | Full series available on demand for free on mewatch from 6 Oct. |
Nakee | Nakee tells the tale of Kumkaew, a girl born mysteriously in Dorn Mai Pa village during the solar eclipse. Nobody knew she had supernatural powers – not even herself. Meanwhile, Archaeology student Tossapol finds himself enchanted by the Nakee goddess – so much so that he gives up everything to stay by her side. However, their love faces obstacles from family, love, and superstitious villagers. As the story unravels, the mysteries of their past lives are revealed, and a thousand-year bid for revenge is unleashed. Starring Natapohn Tameeruks, Phupoom Phongpanu | Full series available on demand for free on mewatch from 6 Oct. |
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About Mediacorp
Mediacorp is Singapore’s national media network and largest content creator. Its purpose is to create engaging and trusted content, as well as to connect communities and inspire people. Mediacorp engages over three million people in Singapore daily across four languages on its digital platforms including mewatch, melisten and CNA.asia, six TV channels and 11 radio stations. Beyond Singapore, Mediacorp also has a growing international audience through CNA and content distributed across markets.
With a focus on nurturing talent and growing the sector, the company is committed to investing in nation-wide initiatives like Star Search, Anugerah, Yaar Antha Star and SPOP, commissioning a wide variety of work from local content creators, and collaborating with institutes of higher learning. As Singapore’s first local Multi-Channel Network in partnership with YouTube, Mediacorp is also committed to developing a network of digital content creators.
For advertisers, Mediacorp has partnered industry-leading brands like ESPN, Mothership, theAsianparent, VICE, YouTube and 99.co to form the Mediacorp Digital Network in offering more effective content-driven solutions.
Mediacorp is the recipient of industry accolades including New York Festivals, World Media Festivals, PromaxBDA (World and Asia) and Asian Academy Creative Awards.
For more information, please visit mediacorp.sg.
About BEC World Public Company Limited.
BEC World Public Company Limited (BEC) is a world-class media company leading the industry in producing and distributing Thai-language content for over 53 years in Thailand. BEC owns and operates a DTT (Channel 3) and a streaming platform (3Plus). BEC produces daily news, varieties, and approximately 1,000 hours of Thai drama series annually for its shoulder and prime time slots, with over 150 renowned Thai celebrities.
BEC aims to produce and deliver fresh, relevant, and engaging content for today’s audiences in Thailand and beyond through its licensing distribution network, digital and streaming platform, 3Plus, with both AVOD and SVOD services offering exclusive live broadcasts and over 10,000 hours of library content. To further support its growth, BEC has set up an in-house Production House, BEC STUDIO, to produce original content for its platforms as well as other local and international partners.
For more information, visit www.becworld.com Global Content Licensing
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BEC World PLC
Kanokrat Auetumrongswat, Marketing Manager, International Business.
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