NEW Subsidiary Studio&NEW, Co-Producing Drama with Artist Company

[Financial News] Content Media Group NEW (Next Entertainment World)'s content production company Studio&NEW announced on the 18th that it has signed a joint production contract with Artist Company for comprehensive cooperation in drama production, distribution, promotion, and ancillary businesses.
This agreement is a strategic partnership to enhance competitiveness in the drama production market and expand content supply and business areas by combining the planning and production capabilities of both companies. The two companies plan to accelerate joint production starting with three works based on collaborations with creators and actors who have been well-received by global audiences.
The first collaboration is the drama 'Annoying Love,' scheduled to air on tvN in the second half of 2025. It is the next work of writer Jung Yeorang, who wrote 'Doctor Cha Jeong-suk,' which recorded a highest viewership rating of 18.5%. It tells the story of a national actor and an elite journalist overcoming prejudices and growing. Lee Jung-jae and Lim Ji-yeon lead the cast, with Kim Ji-hoon, Seo Ji-hye, and Oh Yeon-seo also starring, raising expectations.
Additionally, two works are in production, aiming for release in the second half of next year. 'The Essence of Soju,' with writer Lee Dae-il of 'Chief of Staff' and 'Good Boy' participating as a creator, is penned by writer Heo Ji-soo, offering a new perspective and warm gaze. Furthermore, 'Good Partner' Season 2, praised for its vivid reportage and writing by current divorce lawyer Choi Yoo-na, is expected to lead to viewer empathy with a more expanded worldview and deep narrative.
Studio&NEW CEO Lee Seung-won stated, "The meeting of Artist Company's strengthened content planning and production capabilities with Studio&NEW's production infrastructure and business capabilities is expected to present more stable and competitive content," adding, "This collaboration is a meaningful challenge and leap for both companies, based on a long-term trust relationship beyond a one-time project."
Meanwhile, Studio&NEW has expanded its presence by producing numerous hits such as 'Moving,' 'Doctor Cha Jeong-suk,' and 'Good Partner' in collaboration with Disney+, JTBC, SBS, etc. In particular, through a long-term partnership with Disney+, it has achieved results in the global market, and the collaboration with Artist Company is expected to further strengthen production capabilities.
jashin@fnnews.com Jina Shin Reporter