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DramaBox is a Singapore-based streaming platform specializing in Asian dramas, films, and variety shows, with a primary focus on Chinese-language content.[1]

Founded in Singapore by STORYMATRIX PTE. LTD., it caters to global audiences with streaming, multilingual subtitles, and an interactive interface that personalizes recommendations based on user preferences.[2][3]

DramaBox features a variety of genres, including romance, action, thrillers, and historical dramas, targeting audiences with diverse preferences in Asian entertainment.[4][5]

As it entered the North American market, DramaBox has been actively recruiting local actors and actresses for various lead and supporting roles in its narrative short films.[6]

As of the end of 2024, the download numbers for DramaBox on both Google Play and Apple Store have been over 750,000.[7][8]

Parent Company

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The holding company of Dramabox, StoryMatrix, is ACRA -registered entity that has been operating in Singapore since its incorporation in 2022.[9]

Market Performance and Awards

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In 2024, DramaBox received Google Play’s “Best for Fun” award as part of its Best of 2024 series. The accolade highlights the platform’s innovative approach to delivering short-form dramas and its global reach, with users spanning over 200 countries.[10]

DramaBox’s success is attributed to its localization strategies and original productions, such as Revenge Marriage Sweet Love. By the end of 2024, it reported 90 million registered users and 30 million monthly active users.

Business model

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DramaBox operates on a freemium model, providing limited free content and requiring a subscription for full access.[11]

By late 2024, DramaBox reported over 750,000 downloads combined across Google Play and the Apple App Store.[12]

References

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  1. ^ "DramaBox Wins Google Play's Best of 2024 Award for the Best for Fun Category – The News Universe". Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  2. ^ "DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts by STORYMATRIX PTE. LTD". NowGaming. Retrieved 2024-11-09.
  3. ^ "The 8 Best Short Drama Apps in 2024". Tencent EdgeOne. 2024-08-21. Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  4. ^ "DramaBox - Company Profile - Tracxn". tracxn.com. 2024-10-18. Retrieved 2024-11-07.
  5. ^ "Second Chance in Serendipity Chinese Drama: A Captivating Journey of Love and Redemption". DramaBox. Retrieved 2024-11-07.
  6. ^ Steves, Ashley. "Now Casting: Earn $5,000 for a Short DramaBox Series + 3 More Gigs".
  7. ^ "DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts - Apps on Google Play". play.google.com. Retrieved 2024-11-09.
  8. ^ "‎DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts". App Store. 2024-11-09. Retrieved 2024-11-09.
  9. ^ "STORYMATRIX PTE. LTD. - Profile, contacts and insights | The Grid". sgpgrid.com. Retrieved 2024-11-09.
  10. ^ "DramaBox Wins Google Play's Best of 2024 Award for the Best for Fun Category – The News Universe". Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  11. ^ Inman, Jerry (2024-10-22). "Was Quibi Too Quick to Die? Short-Form Content Signals a Shift in Vertical Viewing". Media Play News. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
  12. ^ Chandonnet, Henry (November 18, 2024). "From Quibi's ashes, new short-form streamers are thriving".