Nippon TV ‘s Love’s In Sight! and Homeroom have landed adaptation deals with Malaysian media conglomerate Astro.
These two formats are the Japanese broadcaster’s first-ever adaptation deals in Malaysia. Malaysian independent distributor, Juita Viden, brokered the deal for both formats.
Love’s In Sight! is a romantic comedy and coming-of-age story based on a hit manga. It follows a strong-minded girl who attends a school for the blind due to her low vision. She meets a young juvenile delinquent who is a pure-hearted person, beneath his tough exterior. Her family is against the relationship, but their chance encounter sparks mutual understanding and an unexpected romance.
In Homeroom, a teacher takes his 29 students hostage, ten days before high school graduation, in a bid to uncover the truth behind a classmate’s unexplained death.
“We are delighted to be announcing two first-time format deals in Malaysia for Love’s In Sight! as well as Homeroom, thanks to the enthusiasm of our partners in Malaysia, Astro, who have shared our passion for these exciting adaptations,” said Sally Yamamoto, from Nippon TV’s Format Licensing and Content Business department. “Love’s In Sight! vividly depicts the lives of social minorities and is full of love, laughter, and emotional moments. Homeroom, already adapted in Turkey and Thailand, is set to provoke thoughtful discussions among the Malaysian audience.”
Azlin Reza Azmi, Vice President of Malay, International, Kids & On Demand at Astro, said: “The upcoming series, Dari Mata Turun ke Hati and Kelas Tahanan Cikgu Hiragi are adaptations of hit series and will retain the core elements that have made them successful in Japan, with a local twist to resonate with our Malaysian audience. With the localization of these series featuring fresh and prominent local talents, we aim to keep our customers engaged with more ways to watch celebrated worldwide series through relevant local context, expressions, and creativity.”
