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Married for 20 years, I worked hard as a cleaner to support the family and provided business resources to my husband by hiding my true identity of being a wealthy heiress. Who'd know on the day he succeeded, he actually divorced me and despised me for being a cleaner! I won't pretend anymore, as the richest heiress in the city, I will make him regret it!

After being swapped by her birth mother, who favored boys over girls, she went from being a heiress to a poor girl. By chance, she crossed paths with the fake heir who wanted to kill her for wealth and status after learning their true identities. With danger looming, how will she face it?

One day, I, a struggling romance novelist, suddenly found myself inside the world of my own romance novel. The twist? I ended up as the story's villainess—the one doomed to a tragic end after committing countless misdeeds! To change my fate, there's only one way out: I have to break off my engagement with the male lead!

Successful actor Hee-su, notorious for his poor fashion sense, teams up with veteran fashion coordinator Hyo-jin for the drama Paintings and Coffee. Though they initially clash, they gradually grow closer and build a strong bond. However, hidden schemes and obstacles put their relationship to the test. What will their fate be?

She loves him dearly, yet he betrays her by plundering her home and bringing his lover. When he learns she is dying, he begs for another chance, but it's too late.

Join us as we celebrate the 2025 ReelShort Awards to crown the best talent and most compelling stories in the world of vertical short dramas. Hit play, relive the magic, and see who took home the trophy in 2025.

Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of those steamy on-screen moments? Especially in the world of vertical dramas? Renowned intimacy coordinator Olivia Ku joins ReelShort star Tess Dinerstein, known for her bold performances in Surrender to My Professor and How to Tame a Silver Fox, for a candid conversation about the art and logistics of choreographing intimacy. Tess opens up about what empowers her in these daring roles, how she protects her boundaries, and what it takes to bring your favorite romance stories to life. All with safety, trust, and consent.

In her past life, Gloria was married off to the ruthless crown prince by decree, only to be killed after three childless years. Given a second chance, Gloria decides to wed the infertile emperor instead. Now, she's pregnant. Guess who's the true phoenix?

She loves him dearly, yet he betrays her by plundering her home and bringing his lover. When he learns she is dying, he begs for another chance, but it's too late.

Ever wonder who’s responsible for bringing your favorite stars to the big screen? Our incredible Casting Directors pull back the curtain on the world of casting. They share what they look for in fresh talent, their wildest audition stories, and advice on how to thrive as an actor.