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TEO (테오) is a Seoul-based content production studio founded in 2022 by Kim Tae-ho (김태호), the former MBC producer behind Infinite Challenge, one of the longest-running and highest-rated variety shows in Korean television history. After leaving MBC in 2021 following two decades at the network, Kim launched TEO with the goal of building a creator-led studio model outside of traditional broadcast constraints.
TEO operates primarily through its YouTube channel TEO Universe, which has grown into one of the most-watched K-entertainment digital platforms in Korea. Its flagship series, Salon Drip, hosted by comedian Jang Do-yeon, pioneered the high-production YouTube talk show format in the Korean market. Individual episodes regularly exceed 10 million views, with guests including IU, Byeon Woo-seok, BTS's Jin, and aespa's Karina. TEO has also partnered with Netflix for co-productions, signaling its ambitions beyond YouTube. The company's headquarters are planned for Cheongdam-dong, Seoul.
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What is TEO Universe?
TEO Universe is a Korean YouTube content studio founded in 2022 by Kim Tae-ho, the former MBC producer of Infinite Challenge. It produces Salon Drip, hosted by Jang Do-yeon, which is one of Korea's most-watched YouTube talk shows with individual episodes regularly exceeding 10 million views.
Who founded TEO?
TEO was founded in 2022 by Kim Tae-ho (김태호), who spent 20 years at MBC as one of South Korea's most celebrated TV producers, responsible for Infinite Challenge. He left MBC in 2021 to build TEO as an independent creator-led studio.
What shows does TEO produce?
TEO is best known for Salon Drip, a YouTube talk show hosted by Jang Do-yeon featuring major K-entertainment celebrities. The show celebrated its 100th episode in July 2025. The company has also partnered with Netflix for co-productions including "Death Game" and operates multiple shows through its TEO Universe YouTube channel.
Where is TEO headquartered?
TEO is based in Seoul, South Korea. As of May 2025, the company announced plans to move to new headquarters in Cheongdam-dong, reflecting its growth as one of Korea's leading digital content studios.
Who has appeared on Salon Drip?
Salon Drip has featured major K-entertainment celebrities including IU, Byeon Woo-seok, BTS's Jin, aespa's Karina, Yang Se-chan, Lee Yi-kyung, and comedian Kwak Beom. Individual episodes regularly exceed 10 million views on YouTube.
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