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CJ ENM has sparked strong interest from international buyers and industry insiders with its world premiere of The Legend of Kitchen Soldier at Series Mania in Lille, positioning the series as a standout Korean title in the global marketplace. The screening stood out as the only Korean series at the event, highlighting growing global demand for CJ ENM’s K-content.

Produced by Studio Dragon as a TVING Original, The Legend of Kitchen Soldier is a genre-bending comedy-fantasy series that follows a “plastic-spoon” recruit on his journey to becoming a legendary army cook, uncovering hidden truths within the military through his extraordinary culinary skills. The series stands out for its high-concept storytelling, distinctive tone, and uniquely Korean setting with universal appeal.
The first two episodes were screened at UGC Ciné Cité Lille to a full house of festival delegates and international buyers. The premiere concluded with enthusiastic applause, underscoring the series’ strong resonance with global audiences and industry professionals alike.

Reactions from attendees highlighted the show’s distinctive concept and commercial appeal.“I thoroughly enjoyed the screening, particularly the comic scenes, which were exceptionally engaging and elicited genuine laughter. I have been greatly appreciating Korean series in recent times, and this production is especially impressive. I very much look forward to watching the forthcoming episodes.”

The producers of The Legend of Kitchen Soldier, commented, “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier is a series that humorously unravels stories of food and people within the unique setting of the military. We are delighted to introduce the show to international audiences for the first time at Series Mania, and we hope its charm and entertainment resonate beyond borders.

Sebastian Kim, Head of CJ ENM’s Content Distribution Business Unit, said, “We are proud to bring The Legend of Kitchen Soldier to this renowned global stage of Series Mania. At CJ ENM, we are committed to discovering new, bold, distinctive stories that can resonate with audiences worldwide, and this series is a strong example of that goal. Backed by its unique concept and our global distribution and marketing expertise, we are excited to connect this title with viewers across multiple platforms around the world.”

The Legend of Kitchen Soldier is slated to launch in the first half of 2026