KT Releases 'Hakgyo Gidam' Created by Three Film Directors

[Asia Economy Reporter Koo Chae-eun] KT announced on the 2nd that it will present the original content "Hakgyo Gidam" available on Olleh TV, Seezn, and TV Chosun.

"Hakgyo Gidam" offers different versions of content across IPTV, OTT, and broadcast channels. On IPTV, viewers can watch the uncut movie version; on OTT, there is a web drama version focused on the incident; and on broadcast channels, a storyline-centered drama version is available. Accordingly, the running time varies by platform. It is expected to be enjoyable to compare the different endings presented on each platform.

"Hakgyo Gidam" is a mystery drama about the secrets surrounding Eungbo High School and the protagonists who share those secrets. It consists of three episodes: "8 Years" directed by Lee Cheol-min, starring Song Won-seok, Joo Woo-jae, and Lee Gyu-seong; "The Child Who Does Not Come" directed by Yoo Young-sun, starring Kim So-hye; and "Eungbo" directed by Han Sang-hee, starring Han Seung-yeon and Wang Bit-na. Each episode forms a complete short story while the root of the story is connected to the secrets of Eungbo High School.

KT will release a total of three films on Olleh TV every Thursday from the 3rd to the 17th. "Hakgyo Gidam" can be viewed for 11,000 KRW (including VAT) per episode. To commemorate the launch of this original content, KT is also holding an event where all customers who purchase "Hakgyo Gidam" on Olleh TV during this period will receive a 3,000 KRW TV coupon.

Song Jae-ho, Executive Director of KT Media Platform Business Division, said, "'Hakgyo Gidam' is a noteworthy attempt as it combines movies and dramas through collaboration among domestic IPTV and OTT operators, broadcasters, and filmmakers," adding, "KT will continue to take on new challenges to keep pace with the evolving content market by cooperating with various partners such as broadcasters and production companies."

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