SBS Drama '3 Days' Reaches 300 Million Views On Chinese Youku Site

On April 28, SBS drama, "3 Days" has surpassed 300 million views on China's Youku video site.

It is very rare for a video on Youku to receive this many views. "3 Days" ranks number one as the most expensive drama that's been exported to China.

Surprisingly, it beat out the hit drama, "My Love From the Star" as well. 

This drama has also been receiving high ratings of 9.5 and holds the record for the highest rating of any Korean drama.

It has been receiving much praise in China for its storyline and actors and has helped in the expansion of the Hallyu.

South Korean dramas have been making the rounds internationally. They've actually gotten so popular that there was a debate amongst the Chinese Communist Party committee last month. 

Delegates got together and discussed the fact that China has yet to create a drama that has gained the attention of audiences to the extent that Korean dramas have.  

This discussion was held as the hit Korean romantic comedy series "My Love From the Star" gained widespread success within Asia, especially China. 

Xu Qinsong, a party official from Guangdong, stated, "The Korean drama craze ... is resulting in a lack of confidence in our own culture."

This very fact may be driving South Korean dramas out of different Asian communities. 

The Los Angeles Times has reported that Taiwan has been experiencing a reduction of screenings of South Korean dramas. 

Thousands of people reportedly marched in Tokyo to protest against the extensive screening of South Korean shows on Japanese television. 

As the popularity of Korean dramas grows continuously, South Korean actors have been gaining even more attention and fame. 

One example is "My Love From the Star" actor Kim Soo Hyun, who has a solid fan base in Korea and China. 

The actor/singer recently made an appearance at a fan meeting in Singapore, making those in attendance cry with joy. 

Actress Jun Ji Hyun was also featured on the cover of China's BAZAAR Magazine. 

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