Jakarta, January 7, 2026 – Viu, the leading video streaming service from PCCW, has officially expanded its content portfolio with the launch of Viu Shorts, a new feature offering short-form vertical drama content exclusively optimized for mobile viewing. Designed to complement Viu’s premium series and movie lineup, Viu Shorts delivers a faster, more compact viewing experience tailored to today’s on-the-go audiences.
Viu Shorts presents a curated selection of micro-dramas, each consisting of 1–3 minute episodes in a vertical format, making them ideal for mobile screens. The format is created for viewers seeking instant entertainment without compromising on storytelling quality or emotional depth.
According to Janice Lee, CEO of Viu and Managing Director of PCCW Media Group, the launch of Viu Shorts marks a strategic response to evolving audience behavior.
“Through Viu Shorts, we are delivering fast-paced, emotionally engaging storytelling in a compact episodic format. This new feature complements Viu’s premium long-form dramas and films, while allowing us to reach audiences in ways that align with their viewing preferences and everyday moments,” said Janice Lee.
Key Features of Viu Shorts
Viu Shorts offers a diverse collection of multi-language micro-dramas across a wide range of genres. Content is available in Mandarin, Korean, Thai, and Indonesian, with popular genres including romance, thriller, fantasy, and variety, all supported by localized subtitles.
From a user experience perspective, Viu Shorts is fully optimized for mobile viewing and seamlessly integrated into the Viu app. A newly enhanced bottom navigation allows users to switch effortlessly between short-form content and Viu’s full-length series and movie library.
Viu Shorts adopts a freemium access model. All Viu users can enjoy selected content for free, while subscribers receive unlimited access to the complete micro-drama catalog, with advertising tailored to each subscription tier.
To ensure content quality and diversity, Viu has partnered with leading micro-drama distributors and production houses, including Rising Joy, KT Studiogenie, China Huace, 1001 Frames, and Youhug Media.
The launch of Viu Shorts further strengthens Viu’s mobile-first strategy, responding to the growing demand for short-form entertainment that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere—while maintaining the premium production standards that define the Viu brand.
The latest version of the Viu app, featuring Viu Shorts, is now available for free download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Featured Titles Available at the Launch of Viu Shorts
Pear Perfect
Genre: Modern drama, strong female lead
Synopsis:
After a family tragedy plunges Shen Qingli into financial hardship, she crosses paths with Gu Heng—a notorious playboy secretly fighting a human trafficking syndicate. As Gu Heng shields her from the dark underworld of Beijing, buried secrets resurface, leading them on a turbulent journey of love, betrayal, and revenge.
The Most Painful Kiss in the World
Genre: Romance, fantasy, family drama
Synopsis:
A woman gifted with the ability to absorb others’ pain through touch faces betrayal and abandonment by her husband. At her lowest point, she unexpectedly rediscovers true love and a destiny she never imagined.
My Husband Murdered Me
Genre: Drama, revenge
Synopsis:
A once-loving marriage turns into a nightmare when Hyang-mi discovers her husband has destroyed everything for another woman. Driven by anger and heartbreak, she teams up with a mysterious man to execute a cold, calculated revenge—only to find themselves trapped in a dangerous game filled with regret.
Becoming the Wife of a Dark Cult Overlord
Genre: Thriller, romance, occult
Synopsis:
A woman becomes ensnared in a dangerous cult and is forced to marry its ruthless leader. Beneath dark rituals and absolute power, she begins uncovering secrets that blur the line between survival, ambition, and forbidden love.
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