Chunghwa Telecom Unveils Major Content Investments

Taiwan's largest telecommunications provider, Chunghwa Telecom, recently unveiled a substantial initiative to invest in original content. This move encompasses a wide range of creative endeavors, including film, television, and music projects, alongside strategic equity investments in two prominent production companies. This ambitious venture is designed to support and elevate Taiwanese intellectual property on both local and international stages.

Chunghwa Telecom's Strategic Content Expansion

On November 6, 2026, during the esteemed Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF), Chunghwa Telecom, a steadfast sponsor of the festival for five consecutive years, announced its commitment to 10 new content investments. This significant event saw the presence of Taiwan's Minister of Culture, Li Yuan, alongside key Chunghwa executives including chief business officer Lin Wen-chiyh and consumer business group president Hu Hsueh-hai. The comprehensive slate includes four distinct scripted television series: the police procedural 'Gunshot,' a collaborative effort with PTS Taigi TV and S11 Partners; the family-oriented fantasy 'Yesterday's Daughter, Tomorrow's Mother,' helmed by producer Phoebe Ma and director Hung Tzu-peng; an adaptation of a popular Taiwanese comic, the fantasy adventure 'Guides to the World Below'; and 'C'est la Vie,' an urban drama exploring culinary themes and women's personal journeys, with actress Esther Liu serving as executive producer. Additionally, the company has backed 'Next Z Chef,' pioneering Taiwan's first cooking competition for a younger demographic.

The film sector also received significant attention, with investments in 'Demon of the East: Black Condo,' a horror film intended to expand into a cinematic universe spanning four Asian nations, and 'Call of Lobster.' The latter had previously secured the Chunghwa Telecom Award at TCCF's 2024 pitching sessions and has since been recognized under the Culture Ministry's Great Voyage Project. Beyond film and television, Chunghwa Telecom's cultural patronage extends to music, notably supporting Taiwanese indie band Shallow Levée's 'Speak in Silence' Asian tour, which plans for approximately 50 performances in Taiwan and eight other countries.

Further demonstrating its long-term commitment to the content industry, Chunghwa Telecom, along with Chunghwa Digital Cultural and Creative, has acquired equity stakes in DaMou Entertainment and Horiza Creations. DaMou Entertainment is renowned for productions like 'The World Between Us II' and 'Wave Makers,' while Horiza Creations is noted for its innovative use of community engagement and crowdfunding to gauge audience preferences. Lin Wen-chiyh emphasized Chunghwa Telecom's role as a driving force in the content industry, pledging to connect funding, creative talent, and both domestic and international partners to facilitate the global reach of Taiwanese content. This strategic vision has already yielded tangible results, with Chunghwa-backed films 'Arrested Memory' and 'The Photo From 1977' garnering a total of 12 nominations at the 63rd Golden Horse Awards. The telecom giant continues to leverage its extensive mobile, broadband, MOD IPTV service, and Hami Video streaming platforms, serving over 3 million subscribers.

This bold step by Chunghwa Telecom marks a pivotal moment for Taiwan's creative industries. By strategically investing in diverse content forms and production capabilities, the company is not merely acting as a platform operator but actively shaping the future landscape of local and regional entertainment. This commitment fosters a fertile ground for innovation, talent development, and international collaboration, ultimately enriching Taiwan's cultural output and global presence. It highlights the increasing importance of integrated strategies between telecommunications and content creation in the digital age, demonstrating how a strong infrastructure can empower artistic expression and cultural exchange.