K-Love (Philippine TV series)

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K-Love
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Genre Romantic comedy
Written by
  • Corinna Vistan
  • Tara Sering
  • Tweet Sering
Directed by
  • Bobby Yan
  • John Paul Su
  • Ian S. Takahashi
  • Corinna Vistan
Starring
  • Iza Calzado
  • Isabella Daza
  • Sue Ramirez
  • Gabby Padilla
  • Jake Cuenca
Country of originPhilippines
Original languagesEnglish, Tagalog
No. of episodes18
Production
Executive producers
  • Joji Alonso
  • Lea Dizon
  • Patricia Sumagui
  • Katherine Visconti
CinematographyIan S. Takahashi
Editors
  • John Paul Ponce
  • Manet A. Dayrit
Production companies
  • Viu
  • Q Plus Productions
Original release
ReleaseOctober 14, 2022 (2022-10-14) 
February 13, 2023 (2023-02-13)

K-Love is a Philippine romantic comedy television series created by Corinna Vistan and directed by Bobby Yan. The show premiered on Viu on October 14, 2022 as a Viu Original series. [1] It stars Iza Calzado, Isabella Daza, Sue Ramirez, Gabby Padilla and Jake Cuenca. [2]

Contents

The series is inspired by the "anatomy of K-dramas," which contain three rules describing the world of K-drama: (1) love conquers all, (2) fantasy comes to life, and (3) escape from reality.

Synopsis

The series revolves around five Filipino K-drama enthusiasts who let dramas inspire their decisions. [3] The five main characters, Tish, Jay, Shiela, Val, and Frances, [4] are friends from different walks of life. They are united by their love of K-drama, despite the risks and challenges they face in life.

Cast and characters

Main characters

Supporting Characters

Production

Series creator Corinna Vistan previously worked as a Marvel Studios executive, contributing to 19 Marvel films as of 2022. [6] Vistan's work on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 was awarded the Gold Clio, [7] while Doctor Strange and Thor: Ragnarok were awarded the Silver Telly in 2016 and 2017 respectively. [8]

Series Director Bobby Yan has received multiple accolades throughout his career, including seven Emmy Awards for his work [9] as a producer and editor on the MLB Network. He has also participated in the ABC Disney Directing Fellowship and worked on a variety of television shows, such as Agents of Shield, Showtime's The Chi, and The Politician. Yan's recent independent film, Marz, was featured in film festivals worldwide, including Sundance, Toronto, London, and Palm Springs. [10] [11]

Series cinematographer Ian S. Takahashi has prior experience in both films and music videos. He was also recognized with a Clio Award for Best Cinematography for a Kaiser Permanente advertisement featuring NBA star Stephen Curry. [12]

The team also includes accomplished individuals such as Tara Sering, former Editor-in-Chief at Summit Publications, known for her contributions to contemporary women's fiction and her highly successful book sales in the Philippines. Tweet Sering, a best-selling author, received recognition from the Manila Critics Circle for her novel Wander Girl and was honored with the Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, one of the country's most prestigious literary accolades. Lea Dizon, a script development executive, previously worked at Walt Disney Studios and was involved in the successful children’s animated series Valt the Wonder Deer, which aired for multiple seasons in both the U.S. and China. Katherine Visconti, known for her work on shows such as Designated Survivor, FBI, and Chicago P.D., contributed her writing talents to this groundbreaking series. Additionally, wardrobe will be overseen by fashion stylist and current Vogue Philippines fashion editor, Pam Quiñones.

References

  1. Shackleton, Liz (December 7, 2022). "How Asian Streamer Viu Is Fighting Off Global Competition With Youth Focus, Hot Content Trends: K-drama, Boys' Love & Rising Thai Wave". Deadline. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  2. "Sue Ramirez says "K-Love" helps her move from Lexy". Yahoo News. October 14, 2022. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  3. MacDonald, Joan. "How The Love Of Korean Dramas Inspired The Filipino Story 'K-Love'". Forbes. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  4. Ayu, Salpi (September 30, 2022). "Sinopsis K-Love | Viu Original | VIU". www.viu.com. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  5. "Viu's new rom-com series K-Love celebrates Filipinos and their love for K-Drama". PEP.ph. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  6. BMPlus (October 10, 2022). "Viu Original's 'K-Love' gives Filipino spin to K-Drama craze • BMPlus". BusinessMirror . Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  7. "Viu Philippines executive seeks to create original stories with distinctive cultural touch". The Korea Times. December 27, 2022. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  8. "Noncrazy Asians in Hollywood: How four young Filipino women are thriving in the 'jungle'". Lifestyle.INQ. September 15, 2018. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  9. Cabrera-Paraiso, Janelle Roa (October 14, 2022). "Viu's Original Series "K-Love" Mirrors The Life Of Every K-Drama Fan". Metro.Style. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  10. "45th Asian American International Film Festival Announces Award Winners". www.aaiff.org. September 2, 2022. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  11. "Bobby Yan Lectureship in Media and Social Change featuring Christine Vachon". Tulane University Events. October 10, 2019. Archived from the original on October 31, 2023. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
  12. "Iza Calzado, Jake Cuenca, Isabelle Daza, Sue Ramirez, Gabby Padilla bibida sa Viu series K-Love". PEP.ph. Retrieved October 31, 2023.

K-Love at IMDb