Kanta is a global short drama platform offering diverse genres, launching free access on December 10, with popular original series.
December/29/2025 13:00
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 rich variety of quality content including drama, romantic comedy, love fantasy, suspense, mystery, revenge, melodrama, refreshing, action, and period dramas, with high-quality new original short dramas released every month. From December 10 (Wednesday), it will be fully renewed into a short drama platform where all works can be viewed for free at any time. On social media, fans are steadily growing attracted to Kanta's charm, with comments like 'I've been hooked on watching Kanta during my spare time recently', 'There are so many enticing titles', and 'Wait, is this really a short drama? The quality is so high'. Furthermore, in December, a 'Korean Drama Romance Special' will open, continuously releasing seven new original works! Among them, three works that gained significant attention by quickly increasing viewership right after their release and ranking first in the Kanta app have become hot topics. The reason these works attracted many viewers is the classic story development unique to Korean romance dramas and the heart-fluttering depictions of love. Although structured for easy enjoyment in a short time, the content strongly appeals to emotions, gathering support mainly from romance-loving viewers. Additionally, the luxurious cast featuring K-POP idols like Jiyoung (KARA) and Hyunseok (CIX) is also a highlight. Perfect for the 'home time' during the year-end and New Year, those who haven't seen these hit Korean romance works should definitely check them out! ◆ 'I Picked Up the Young Master of a Noble Family' Cinderella story with the noble who saved her life Cast: Hyunseok (CIX), Seol Ji-won, Jung Yeena, Kwon Min-hyuk (C) CAC/RIDI Genre: Period Drama Romance Theme: Love across social classes 【Synopsis】 Hongyeon, who was raised being treated like a maid by her stepmother and stepsisters, one day, in despair, attempts to throw herself into a river but accidentally saves the drunken young master Lee Gwon who fell into the river. Gwon, who fell in love at first sight with Hongyeon, decides to make her his legitimate wife. However, his true identity is the youngest son of the highest power in the court, the Prime Minister. Moreover, Hongyeon's stepsister lies, claiming 'I am the life-saver', and there is also a fiancée Lee Myung who is obsessively attached to Gwon, creating numerous obstacles in their love journey. Amidst love across social classes, jealousy, and conspiracies, the story depicts the two striving for true love in a classic period drama romance. ◆ 'Stop Quitting and Kiss Me?' The game of stopping resignation turns into real love!? Cast: Jiyoung (KARA), Lee Tehwan, Jung Hanbit (C) SLL JOONGANG CO., Ltd/RIDI Genre: Office Romantic Comedy Theme: Office love, antagonistic relationship, job change, love strategy 【Synopsis】 Yubin, who works at a mid-sized publishing company, is in constant conflict with her capable colleague Songhyun. One day, she learns that Songhyun is trying to transfer to a rival company with good conditions. If he leaves, her workload will exceed its limits. To prevent his resignation, Yubin starts a bold love strategy advised by a friend: 'Make Songhyun fall in love to stop him from quitting'. However, her awkward approaches keep failing. Moreover, Songhyun's ex-girlfriend appears, and the situation takes an unexpected turn. The strategy (lie) that started it all gradually turns into real love in this heart-fluttering office romantic comedy. ◆ 'The Tutor Who Crossed the Line' A dangerous temptation from a student begins with a one-night mistake Cast: Lee Seungkyu, Pyo Youngso, Yechan, Yubin (C) TAKE2 MEDIA GROUP/RIDI Genre: School Romantic Comedy Theme: Tutor and student, one-night mistake, love triangle 【Synopsis】 Serious university student Im Hae, after a heartbreak, meets younger handsome high school student Kim Dohun at a club and ends up spending an unexpected night with him. Later, Hae starts a high-paying tutoring job, only to find out that her student is Dohun. Dohun, a wealthy heir and troublemaker, treats Hae not as 'teacher' but as 'woman', making aggressive advances. While feeling confused, Hae gradually gets attracted to Dohun as she touches on his loneliness and true feelings. Additionally, a university senior Seo Minhyun, who has feelings for Hae, and high school girl Choi Jiyoung, who is obsessed with Dohun, add to the precarious love quadrangle. ■ App Information Global Short Drama Platform 'Kanta' 【Plans】 ・Basic Plan: Unlimited viewing after watching short ads / completely free ・Premium Plan: Continuous playback of favorite works without ads / monthly fee of 990 yen ※ Those currently using the light or standard plan will continue to receive the benefits of the ad-free premium plan at the same price as long as they do not cancel. ＞＞ Download the 'Kanta' app here ■ Related Links ・ 'Kanta' YouTube ・ 'Kanta' Instagram ・ 'Kanta' X (formerly Twitter)
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