South Korean studio SLL hosted a delegation from the Dubai Media Council (DMC) on October 28 to discuss opportunities for media cooperation between South Korea and Dubai, including co-productions, local adaptations and filming support. The delegation included senior representatives from Dubai’s media industry, led by H.E. Nehal Badri, Secretary General of the DMC.
During the meeting, SLL presented its international IP portfolio and experience in co-productions, format sales and adaptations, highlighting its growing presence in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Among the examples discussed were the Turkish adaptation of Doctor Cha (2024) and the Dubai remake of Misty (2024).
SLL also identified Dubai as an important market for Korean content in the MENA region, citing its active audience engagement and the strong presence of global streaming platforms.
Discussions focused on building connections between Korean and Dubai production companies, exploring UAE adaptations of SLL-owned IP and facilitating filming opportunities in Dubai. The DMC expressed its commitment to developing a long-term partnership and supporting continued industry exchanges.
SLL and Dubai Media Council Explore Co-Production and IP Adaptation Opportunities
