Best Asian talk show series

Get ready to binge. We've found a collection of must-watch talk show shows from Asia, now streaming on Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Prime Video, and other top services!

  • Poster for Koffee With Karan

    Koffee With Karan 2004

    Celebrity host Karan Johar gets up close and personal with various Bollywood personalities and discusses their major career milestones.

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  • Poster for Sixth Sense

    Sixth Sense 2020

    Korea’s top stars have gathered to really use their sixth sense. Each week they will encounter the hottest places or people and have to distinguish one fake set-up. The production crew uses all of their resources and effort to create the most perfect-looking fake set-up. The member who makes the correct decision of finding the fake set-up will be awarded with a great prize. The member who makes the wrong decision will face a punishment.

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  • Poster for The Kapil Sharma Show

    The Kapil Sharma Show 2016

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  • Poster for Satyamev Jayate

    Satyamev Jayate 2012

    Aamir Khan hosts and produces this documentary/talk-show that explores the social issues effecting modern India.

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  • Poster for The Great Indian Kapil Show

    The Great Indian Kapil Show 2024

    Comedian Kapil Sharma hosts this laugh-out-loud variety talk show with celebrity guests, hilarious antics and his signature supporting cast.

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  • Poster for GOING SEVENTEEN

    GOING SEVENTEEN 2017

    GOING SEVENTEEN is a variety show by SEVENTEEN. The show is all about SEVENTEEN doing activities, challenges and everything else.

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  • Poster for SUCHWITA

    SUCHWITA 2022

    With a playful, fitting rhyme with the title track of D-2, Daechwita, this talk-show format provides Min Yoon Gi, as the main host, to engage in open dialogue with guests from a range of professions while drinking. He will utilize his conversational talents to highlight the attractions of his visitors by drawing on his understanding of a variety of topics, including music.

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  • Poster for Konuşanlar

    Konuşanlar 2020

    This chat show is very different from what you have seen in the past. Every person has a different story, every story has a different side. Hasan Can Kaya first chooses the speakers and then the fun increases with interesting questions.

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  • Poster for Weekly Idol

    Weekly Idol 2011

    Weekly Idol is back with all new hosts. Cho Sae Ho, Hwang Kwang Hee and Nam Chang Hee are sticking together as a new unit group for Weekly Idol, a.k.a CKN Trio, to turn the idol world upside down! Get ready for their hot debut! Cho Sae Ho transforms himself into an idol expert. The hottest entertainer in the show business is marching into the idol world after taking over variety shows and he's more than ready to dominate the show with his amazing look and talents. They say idols understand each other best! As soon as being discharged from military service, Hwang Kwang Hee is reenlisted in Weekly Idol as a senior and a mentor to cheer his fellow idol friends. And lastly, the hidden card of the trio, Nam Chang Hee joins Weekly Idol. With his irresistible charms and talents, Nam Chang Hee becomes the irreplaceable member of Weekly Idol and shows off his amazing chemistry with idols.

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  • Poster for TOLGSHOW

    TOLGSHOW 2018

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  • Poster for Bir Demet Tiyatro

    Bir Demet Tiyatro 1995

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  • Poster for Master In The House

    Master In The House 2017

    Almost everyone has a question regarding life and the goal of life. In order to find the answer, the four young men with full of curiosity regarding their lives, Lee Seung Gi, Lee Sang Yun, Yuk Seong Jae, and Yang Se Hyeong, head to find their master to learn things and get a correct answer. They find the master and spend a day in the master’s place to learn things that they didn’t know, and wish to know. Whom will they get to meet? And what will they learn throughout the stay?

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  • Poster for Three Meals a Day: Doctors

    Three Meals a Day: Doctors 2021

    A small celebrity cast goes to live in a countryside house and make their own meals, often farming or fishing for their own ingredients.

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  • Poster for Kang's Kitchen

    Kang's Kitchen 2017

    For the first time in history, here comes a restaurant where the owner eats more than customers. In the backdrop of beautiful Jeju Island, amateur chef Ho-dong and members busy themselves with preparing ingredients, cooking, and serving customers. In the middle of the craziness, members learn the incredible satisfaction of seeing the smile on people’s face when they eat your food and make invaluable acquaintances with people from all walks of life.

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  • Poster for Güldür Güldür Show

    Güldür Güldür Show 2013

    "Güldür Güldür Show" (Laugh Laugh Show) is a popular weekly sketch-comedy program. The show covers daily life, family, love, fame, technology, football-friendships, etc. with a sense of humor.

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  • Poster for Abnormal Summit

    Abnormal Summit 2014

    The show features a panel of eleven non-Korean men, living in Korea, who debate on various topics and "Korean culture, through the eyes of a foreigner," in a talk show format, in the Korean language.

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  • Poster for Çok Güzel Hareketler 2

    Çok Güzel Hareketler 2 2019

    The players are playing the sketches that they've written and at the end of the sketch, Yilmaz Erdogan comes out from the spectators and wants from the spectators to evaluate the performances of the players and the spectators grade them.

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  • Poster for Let's BTS

    Let's BTS 2021

    The upcoming new KBS2 special talk show 'Let's BTS', hosted by Shin Dong Yup, will feature a never-before-seen, up-close and personal side of BTS, shown across a variety of different segments. BTS will have a chance to honestly open up about their careers in interviews with each other, while also showing the public a more personal side to them through games and unique challenges. Finally, the show will top off with some special, never-before-seen live stages by the BTS boys. In addition to MC Shin Dong Yup, comedian Jang Do Yeon is expected to join BTS for some fun, quirky segments.

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  • Poster for Barely Speaking with Arnub

    Barely Speaking with Arnub 2014

    A super funny debate show which reflects a funny and crazier version of indian politics, bollywood and the society.

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  • Poster for Spring Camp

    Spring Camp 2021

    Will have the cast members of 'New Journey To The West' heading off on a camping trip for the spring season.

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  • Poster for Nogizaka Under Construction

    Nogizaka Under Construction 2015

    Nogizaka46 is making a big leap forward right now! Their activities range from live performances, varieties, dramas, movies, and models. In order to give these girls even more momentum, this program will challenge various projects that bring out new aspects and charms of the members!!!

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  • Poster for Midnight Horror Story

    Midnight Horror Story 2021

    Six celebrities are judged by “Dark Spirits” as they compete to tell the best horror story for a chance to win this haunting Korean variety show.

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  • Poster for One Kid's Room

    One Kid's Room 2019

    Stray Kids' official gossip session.

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  • Poster for 2 Kids Show

    2 Kids Show 2023

    Stray Kids share stories about their music, strong bond, and various other topics.

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  • Poster for Lee Young-ji: No Prepare

    Lee Young-ji: No Prepare 2021

    Lee Young-ji invites idols and personalities to her home to drink alcohol, talk about anything and everything in a warm and friendly atmosphere without preparing anything.

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  • Poster for Sea of Hope

    Sea of Hope 2021

    A healing program where celebrities will present their own music and homemade dishes at a live bar next to the mysterious and beautiful sea. The variety show revolves around three key words: sea, bar, and wish. The guests who visit will be able to get out of their daily lives and spend a special day with the cool ocean, music, and delicious food. Actress Lee Ji Ah will be heading the cast as the main chef of the seaside bar, while Lee Dong Wook will serve as the main bartender. Actress Kim Go Eun will demonstrate her love for the ocean as a lifeguard and server, while Yoon Jong Shin and Suhyun will handle the music. Last but not least, SHINee's leader Onew will handle desserts as the baker of the team.

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  • Poster for Soko Magattara, Sakurazaka?

    Soko Magattara, Sakurazaka? 2020

    Soko Magattara, Sakurazaka? is a Japanese late night variety show starring Japanese idol group Sakurazaka46. It is hosted by Yū Sawabe and Teruyuki Tsuchida and airs every Sunday at 12:35 AM JST on TV Tokyo.

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  • Poster for Tolgshow Çılgın Sezon

    Tolgshow Çılgın Sezon 2023

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  • Poster for ZIP DAESUNG

    ZIP DAESUNG 2024

    A web variety show that will be aired every Friday at 6 PM starting April 5, 2024. It contains the ambiguous meaning of the word "house" and "daesung", which means "to gather various things together and complete them into one system."

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  • Poster for Unanswered Questions

    Unanswered Questions 2015

    Reexamining unsolved mysteries, this compelling investigative series takes an unflinching look at events that shaped South Korean society.

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  • Poster for Talk Queens

    Talk Queens 2020

    This show brings together top female entertainers like Rino Sashihara and Asako Ito for lively interviews that reveal unknown sides of their guests and leading to engaging discussions about love, life, and career in the spotlight.

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  • Poster for Malek Bel Taweela

    Malek Bel Taweela 2019

    A diverse educational program that covers stories about personalities who left their mark on history, influenced humanity, and created pivotal events in various countries of the world.

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  • Poster for My Faves' Fave

    My Faves' Fave 2024

    TXT's Soobin interviews idols on his new show "My Bias' Bias" on Pixid YouTube channel.

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  • Poster for Midnight

    Midnight 2022

    Midnight is a program in which Amir Hossein Qiyasi examines the current news of Iran and the world with a humorous perspective.

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  • Poster for Hyeri's Club

    Hyeri's Club 2024

    Variety Show with actress and singer Lee Hyeri.

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  • Poster for Momayezi

    Momayezi 2020

    Audit series directed by Hamed Javadzadeh was made in 2018. This series is produced in Iran and in the family and social genre. Hamed Javadzadeh and Vahid Aghapour are artists in this series.

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  • Poster for Raj Shamani

    Raj Shamani 2022

    This contains all videos of Raj Shamani ..

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  • Poster for Japanology Plus

    Japanology Plus 2014

    Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen, rice, sushi, geisha, bonsai, and so much more. Local experts discuss their passions at fascinating length, and American Japanophile Matt Alt experiences the food, practices, and cultures in each episode in depth. Viewers will finish each half hour episode with a new understanding of an area of Japanese life through demonstrative videos and explanations, all delivered respectfully and true to the Japanese way of life.

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  • Poster for EN-O'Clock'

    EN-O'Clock' 2021

    EN-O'CLOCK is a variety show aired on ENHYPEN's YouTube channel weekly. This variety show focused around the K-POP group EN-HYPEN where they complete games, obstacle courses, and trivia in order to strengthen their friendship and trust. New episodes are relased every Thursday.

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  • Poster for Albasheer Show

    Albasheer Show 2014

    Albasheer Show is an Iraqi political satire television program hosted by comedian and journalist Ahmed Albasheer. The show first premiered in 2014 and has been broadcast on various platforms, including YouTube and satellite channels like DW Arabia. It is known for its sharp and humorous take on political and social issues in Iraq and the broader Arab world, focusing on topics such as corruption, sectarianism, and governmental inefficiency. The show combines comedic monologues, satirical news reports, and sketch comedy to deliver its message. Its bold and unfiltered style has garnered a large following, particularly among young viewers in Iraq and the Middle East.

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  • Poster for Academy Reincarnation

    Academy Reincarnation 2023

    Academy Reincarnation (also known as Past Life Academy) is a web variety content based on the concept of a male protagonist from a web novel who was reborn from an idol to a student. With its host, TXT's Kang Taehyun, the show provides laughter and information at the same time, by attending various academies across South Korea.

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  • Poster for Shin Nogizaka Star Tanjou!

    Shin Nogizaka Star Tanjou! 2022

    Shin Nogizaka Star Tanjou is a new variety program, was taken over by 5th generation. They're for the first time doing a variety program by singing a songs from Showa & Heisei era.

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  • Poster for It's Party Time

    It's Party Time 2021

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  • Poster for Mehmooni

    Mehmooni 2022

    There is a wedding hall next to Mr. Tahmasb's new house, to which he has recently moved. So new puppet characters, most of whom are the staff of this wedding hall, are added to his life and figure out interesting events.

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  • Poster for K-foodie meets J-foodie

    K-foodie meets J-foodie 2025

    Korea's top foodie Sung Si-kyung joins Japan's beloved Yutaka Matsushige on a tasty adventure as they explore culinary gems across Korea and Japan.

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  • Poster for NOPOGY

    NOPOGY 2024

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  • Poster for The King of Stand-up Comedy

    The King of Stand-up Comedy 2024

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  • Poster for Zaga

    Zaga 1998

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  • Poster for Two Yoo Project - Sugar Man

    Two Yoo Project - Sugar Man 2015

    Two teams battle while attempting to revamp an old song by a one-hit wonder who has since disappeared from the public eye.

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  • Poster for Yoshimoto Shinkigeki NEXT

    Yoshimoto Shinkigeki NEXT 2020

    The show features young performers of Yoshimoto Shinkigeki presenting various skits and challenges to Kazutoyo Koyabu, who critiques their performances. The show aims to develop these performers’ skills for broader entertainment roles.

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  • Poster for Now (Aknoon)...

    Now (Aknoon)... 2024

    About the program: A conversation-oriented and different program that takes you to a journey deep into human experiences and the world of books, movies, music, etc. By inviting distinguished guests from the world of art, literature, philosophy, poetry, science, sports, etc., this program deals with the influential moments of life. Here in the present life is a little bit of yesterday, a little bit of tomorrow and a lot of today...

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  • Poster for What's So Wrong with "Azatoi"?

    What's So Wrong with "Azatoi"? 2020

    Ryota Yamasato, Minami Tanaka, and Ayaka Hironaka The three too-dangerous men and women talk in-depth about the words and actions of "bruising men and women"!

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  • Poster for Hesitation Before Going to School

    Hesitation Before Going to School 2021

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  • Poster for Some Interesting Events

    Some Interesting Events 2021

    What kind of life would İbo have if he did not follow his dreams and continued to stay with his family in Bursa? Abandoned by his fiance and living with his family, 37-year-old İbo will follow the path his family drew or will he make his own way?

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  • Poster for My Bronze Age

    My Bronze Age 2021

     The program is a humanistic interview program focusing on celebrities' stories of exploring their talents and loves and finding themselves as teenagers and young adults. Through interviews, documentaries and intergenerational Q&A, interlocutor Chen Xiaonan showcases the experiences of celebrities in various fields as they search for their talents and loves during their youth, opening the eyes of viewers and providing diverse samples of their growth. This season's guests include Luo Xiang, Chen Pei, Dong Chengpeng and Luo Yonghao.

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  • Poster for Mevzular Açık Mikrofon

    Mevzular Açık Mikrofon 2022

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  • Poster for Round Table

    Round Table 2016

    This is a chat variety show for dinner, created by Dou Wentao, a famous media person and cultural celebrity, and Youku "Looking at the Ideal". The initiator Dou Wentao invites three old friends and guests to restore the chatting scenes in real life. The topics are all-encompassing, look at the world, and inspire infinite thinking.

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  • Poster for IU's Palette

    IU's Palette 2020

    IU's Palette is a fun talk show with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The show mixes humor with two segments of music by covering songs and singing duets with the guests. (Source: MyDramaList)

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  • Poster for Titu Talks

    Titu Talks 2018

    Bhuvan Bam plays his famous character 'Titu Mama' and interviews celebrities in a desi setting.

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  • Poster for Just an Excuse

    Just an Excuse 2022

    Yoo Jae-suk Welfare Content Pinggyego (Just an Excuse) It is a content where Yoo Jae-suk freely chats with his favorite friends for various excuses and provides small stories and laughter.

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  • Poster for You Quiz on the Block

    You Quiz on the Block 2018

    Yoo Jae-suk and Jo Se-ho who enter ordinary people's everyday lives, chat with them, and give them surprise quizzes! The talk and quiz show program will spotlight these people's lives and aims to gift them a refreshing, different kind of day. Recently they're also inviting celebrities & professionals to the show.

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  • Poster for My Little Old Boy

    My Little Old Boy 2016

    In My Little Old Boy, the daily lives of the grown-up celebrity sons are closely observed by their mothers. This program can help bring family members a lot closer to each other as this show helps them realize that each individual is different and has their own concerns that they need to deal with every day. Heart-warming moments of observational communication between a mother and a son can be seen on My Little Old Boy.

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  • Poster for Güldüy Güldüy Show Çocuk

    Güldüy Güldüy Show Çocuk 2016

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  • Poster for Beyaz Show

    Beyaz Show 1996

    Beyaz Show is a popular Talk Show program hosted by Turkish television personality Beyazıt Öztürk. It has been on air on Kanal D since December 1996. The program is among the most highest rated television shows in Turkey. The program consists Beyaz interviewing various celebrities and segments of his unique brand of humour.

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  • Poster for 锵锵三人行

    锵锵三人行 1998

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  • Poster for Japanese Style Originator

    Japanese Style Originator 2008

    Find out everything there is to know about Japanese tradition, from food to culture, to objects and arts, and the people who are continuing it today.

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