The 10-episode Crime Procedural Series Premieres First and Exclusively on KIX and KIX HD
Hong Kong (June 5, 2012) – Critically acclaimed Korean crime procedural series, TEN, will be making waves amidst the Korean drama phenomenon across Asia when the scripted series debuts exclusively on KIX and KIX HD on June 14. Steering away from the romance and comedy plots as seen in many Korean dramas, TEN is one of the first Korean cable TV series that ventures into bolder and edgier territory to engage viewers at an unprecedented level.
Touted as the “best series produced in Korea currently”, the series took over the number one spot in ratings among cable channels during its timeslot, occupying the top spot continuously for nine weeks (24:00-25:00, November 18, 2011 – January 13, 2012). The last episode of this suspense series received a 3.16% average rating nationwide, making it one of the highest rated cable dramas in Korea this year*.
TEN follows the investigations of “Special Affairs Team TEN”; a unit put together to tackle the most violent and mysterious cases that have less than a 10% chance of being solved. Starring Joo Sang Wook (The Feast of The Gods and Paradise Ranch) and Jo An (King Gwanggaeto the Great and Secret Investigation Record), the thriller sees the former leading a team of four detectives to hunt down the most notorious killers; those who seem to leave no traces of their crimes. With the motto, “no more unsolved crimes!” this special unit of detectives will face some of the most twisted criminals they have ever dealt with.
The production of TEN took three years and eight months to complete, with each episode incurring a hefty USD $140,000 production budget. Solid directing, compelling script and a strong cast landed this procedural series the “Best Contents Award” at the그리메 (Guerime) Awards 2011 and Grand Prize at 2012 Cable TV Program Awards.
The strong performance of TEN has also garnered the sequel that is tentatively slated for production next year.
World-class action channels KIX and KIX HD are proud to be the host of the premiere of TEN. KIX features “all action” entertainment from across Asia and around the world, bringing adrenaline-pumping programmes to those who crave action and adventure. Living by the slogan of “Action By Day, Thrill By Night”, KIX HD offers the best of action with a late night dose of thrills in high definition.
*Source: AGB Nielsen Media Research, Total Cable Households
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CELESTIAL TIGER ENTERTAINMENT (CTE) is a diversified media company dedicated to entertaining audiences in Asia and beyond. The company focuses on the operation of branded pay television channels, content creation and content distribution targeted at Asian consumers.
CTE operates a powerful bouquet of distinct pay television channels including: CELESTIAL MOVIES, the most broadly distributed 24-hour Chinese and Asian movies channel in the world; CELESTIAL CLASSIC MOVIES, the gateway to an unparalleled array of Chinese movie masterpieces; CELESTIAL MOVIES ON DEMAND, Celestial’s subscription Video On Demand service; KIX, the ultimate in action entertainment; Thrill, Asia’s only horror and suspense movie channel; and KIX HD, featuring the best of action with a late-night dose of thrillers in high definition.
As one of Asia’s largest vertically integrated entertainment companies, CTE produces original content which complements its channels business. CTE is also the exclusive sales agent of content in all media in Greater China and Southeast Asia from independent Hollywood studio Lionsgate.
Headquartered in Hong Kong, CTE is a joint venture among Saban Capital Group, a leading private investment firm specializing in the media, entertainment and communications industries; Celestial Pictures, a major Asian entertainment company wholly-owned by Astro, the owner and operator of the leading DTH platform in Malaysia; and Lionsgate, the world’s largest independent filmed entertainment studio.