Chinese Drama ‘My Dearest Stranger’ Secures Asia Deals (EXCLUSIVE)
The Chinese drama series 'My Dearest Stranger' has gained significant popularity, amassing over 270 million views since its February premiere. It has secured distribution deals in several Asian markets, including Singapore and Hong Kong, as well as worldwide airline rights. The series explores themes of trust and hidden secrets within intimate relationships, contributing to its success both locally and internationally.
- ▪'My Dearest Stranger' has accumulated more than 270 million views on Youku since its February premiere.
- ▪The series has closed distribution agreements covering Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Macao.
- ▪Hishow Entertainment is handling international sales and has received sustained interest from Southeast Asian buyers.
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Home TV News May 21, 2026 11:01pm PT Chinese Drama ‘My Dearest Stranger’ Secures Asia Deals (EXCLUSIVE) By Naman Ramachandran Plus Icon Naman Ramachandran Latest Hamaguchi Ryusuke on Cannes Palme d’Or Contender ‘All of a Sudden’: ‘What I Was Moved By Was What Was in the Book Itself’ 48 minutes ago ‘Slow Horses’ Star Antonio Aakeel Makes Directorial Debut With Short Film ‘Lessons in Pretending’ (EXCLUSIVE) 1 hour ago Penelope Cruz Lights up Los Javis’ Queer García Lorca Epic ‘The Black Ball,’ Earning 16-Minute Cannes Ovation 10 hours ago See All Hishow “My Dearest Stranger,” the Chinese crime-mystery romance series that has accumulated more than 270 million views on Youku since its February premiere, has closed distribution agreements covering Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Macao,…
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