CJ ENM dramas get remakes in Japan and Hong Kong

CJ ENM is expanding its Korean drama stories overseas through local remakes and co-productions.

The South Korean company’s Studio Dragon made the original series “God’s Quiz” and “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim”.

A Japanese version of “God’s Quiz” will follow forensic doctors investigating deaths with unknown causes, while reflecting Japanese society and issues.

It is set to premiere on Prime Video on December 4, with actor Shotaro Mamiya playing the lead forensic doctor.

Hong Kong is also making a version of “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim,” after local versions were produced in the Philippines and Thailand.

The Hong Kong remake is due to air on ViuTV from January 28 next year.

Meanwhile, the Japan-Korea co-production “Merry Berry Love” reached No.

2 on Disney+’s global TV chart within two days of release, showing the overseas reach of these Korean drama projects.