Kanta is a global short drama platform offering diverse genres, including action and romance, with free access starting December 10.
January/16/2026 12:00
In just one minute, captivating original content opens the era of 'next-generation short dramas' with the global short drama platform 'Kanta.' Despite being short dramas, they achieve a satisfying immersive experience, offering a variety of quality content including drama, romantic comedy, love fantasy, suspense, mystery, revenge, gritty, refreshing, action, and period dramas, with high-quality new original short dramas released every month! Starting December 10, it will be fully renewed into a short drama platform where all works can be viewed for free at any time. With many Korean romantic comedies and romance works at its core, the number of fans attracted to Kanta's charm is steadily increasing, quickly enhancing its presence in the entertainment industry. Today, January 16 (Friday), the full-fledged action short drama 'Not a Hitman, but a Writer' has started distribution. The biggest highlight of this work is the immersive and dynamic action scenes that can be enjoyed on a smartphone's vertical screen. The lead role is played by Jungmo of the globally popular K-POP group CRAVITY, marking his first lead role. He challenges a 'dual-natured protagonist' with a novel setting of 'drama writer x hitman,' combining action and comedy. Additionally, actors Jung Hogyun, who appeared in 'Cheers to Us! - No Alcohol,' announcer Shin A-Young, and young actor Kang Chanwoo, who has appeared in 'The Legend of Bi-Hyun - Master of Goblin' and 'My Secret Vampire' and held fan meetings in Japan, also star in the show. The intense battle between the writer who has come back to life by inhabiting a hitman and the organization targeting the hitman unfolds with overwhelming speed unique to short dramas. All episodes can be watched for free, making it perfect for binge-watching! ■ Work Information 'Not a Hitman, but a Writer' Cast: Jungmo (CRAVITY), Jung Hogyun, Shin A-Young, Kang Chanwoo ©CAC/RIDI 【Synopsis】 Aspiring drama writer Tocco Jin accidentally loses his life due to a grim reaper's mistake. However, he miraculously comes back to life by inhabiting the body of a man, Baek Dokong, who was in a coma. Furthermore, he is granted a special ability called 'the pen power of a great writer' by the grim reaper, seizing the chance to debut as a writer he has longed for. However, Baek Dokong's true identity is the legendary hitman 'Code Zero,' feared in the underworld. Jin, now in Dokong's body, begins to write a drama based on his 'experiences' (actually Dokong's memories), but the content causes him to be targeted by the hitman organization. Jin, wanting to succeed as a writer, and the organization pursuing him as a traitor. The chaotic drama that begins from a misunderstanding eventually develops into a full-fledged action story. >> Download the 'Kanta' app here ■ Related Links - Kanta Official YouTube - Kanta Official Instagram - Kanta Official TikTok - Kanta Official X
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