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Episode Date: March 17, 2026

Refinery Media and COL Group International unveil a groundbreaking deal to transform the hit modeling show SupermodelMe into a mobile series, SupermodelMe: Make It or Break It, launching on COLs global platform FlareFlow. This marks a first for unscripted TV, adapting a proven format into short vertical episodes for phones. The original SupermodelMe, a top Asian modeling brand, is now embracing the microdrama trend popular on mobile apps worldwide. The partnership includes three more Singapore-made vertical series from Refinery Media, set to premiere on FlareFlow. FlareFlow, with thirty-three million users in over two hundred countries, has seen significant success, with its biggest drama garnering one hundred ninety-three million views and over fifteen million dollars in revenue. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8cb62c63885a1c0f

I'm Corey with the story, bringing you the latest in entertainment and pop culture. Refinery Media and COL group International just announced a big deal to revamp the popular modeling competition show, Supermodel Me, into a new mobile. Series called Supermodel Me, Make It or Break It. It will launch mid-year on COL's global platform, flare flow. This is the first for unscripted TV, turning a proven reality format into short vertical episodes designed for phones. The original Supermodel Me ran for six seasons and even hit Netflix internationally, making it a top Asian modeling brand. Now, it's adapting to the microdrama trend, which is huge on mobile apps worldwide. The announcement came at the Hong Kong Film Art event. Executives are thrilled about reaching younger mobile-first viewers.

Refinery Media CEO highlighted how the franchise has evolved from online to TV and now to vertical stories. COL's general manager, sees it as proof that regional content can go global in this format. The partnership includes three more, Singapore-made vertical series from refinery media, No Volley Zone, my best friend, my brother, my rival, and the Housemade Wife.

These will also premiere on Flairflow with more titles coming later. It could spotlight new talent for future projects. Flairflow has exploded, topping U.S. app charts last September with 33 million users in over 200 countries, supporting 14. Languages and 5,200 series. Its biggest drama racked up 193 million views and over $15 million in revenue. COL pioneer microdramas in China and expanded with apps like Real Short. Special thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you.

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