Are you a fan of dramas and want to watch your favorite series on your cell phone? One of the best options available today is the app Viki Rakuten. With a vast collection of Korean, Japanese, Chinese and Thai dramas, the app stands out for its intuitive interface and engaged fan community. The app can be downloaded for free below
Viki: dramas in Portuguese
What is Viki Rakuten?
Viki is a streaming platform focused on Asian content. It is part of the Rakuten group, a Japanese technology giant. The platform's main focus is on doramas (Asian dramas), but it also offers movies, variety shows and TV shows from various Asian countries.
Viki's unique feature is the ability to watch dramas with subtitles in several languages, including Portuguese, translated by the community of volunteer fans. This makes the content more accessible, even for those who don't speak the original language.
Main features
- Wide catalog of dramas: Popular and recent titles from South Korea, China, Japan and Thailand.
- Subtitles in Portuguese and other languages: Translated by fans in real time.
- Watch offline: With the paid version, you can download episodes to watch without internet.
- Comments during the episodes: Fun feature where users leave comments synchronized with the scenes.
- Favorites list: To organize the dramas you want to watch.
- Dark Mode: Ideal for binge-watching at night without tiring your eyes.
Compatibility with Android or iOS
The Viki app is available for both Android and iOS. It can be downloaded directly from the Google Play Store or the App Store. You can also watch it on your computer's web browser or on compatible smart TVs.
How to use Viki to watch dramas
Check out a simple step-by-step guide to getting started with the app:
- Download the app: Search for “Viki” in your phone’s app store.
- Create an account (optional): You can watch without logging in, but creating an account allows you to save favorites and pick up where you left off.
- Search for a drama: Use search to find by name or explore recommended categories.
- Choose subtitle language: When starting the episode, select the subtitle language (Portuguese is usually available).
- Watch and interact: Enjoy the episode and watch the community comments as it plays.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages:
- Wide variety of dramas in one place
- Well-made, collaborative subtitles
- Active and engaged community
- Simple and organized interface
- Episodes updated frequently
Disadvantages:
- Some titles are region locked
- To remove ads and unlock all content, you need to subscribe to the paid plan.
- Unable to download episodes in the free version
Is it free or paid?
Viki offers a free version with ads and limited access to some dramas. The version Viki Pass is the paid plan, which removes ads, provides early access to new releases and allows you to watch offline. The price varies, but it is usually affordable compared to other streaming platforms.
For many users, the free version is enough to keep up with a variety of titles. However, if you're a hardcore fan, Viki Pass may be worth it for the extra convenience and full access to the catalog.
Usage tips
- Use the feature of notifications to find out when new episodes of your favorite dramas are released.
- Mark episodes as watched to keep your history organized.
- Enjoy the community comments to discover curiosities and interact with other fans.
- Explore the search filters to find dramas by genre (romance, comedy, suspense, etc.).
- If a title is not available in your region, use a VPN responsibly and pay attention to the app's policies.
Overall app rating
Viki Rakuten is one of the best-rated apps among drama fans. On the Google Play Store, it has an average rating of over 4.5 stars, with millions of downloads. Users especially praise the variety of the catalog and the quality of the subtitles. Some reviews mention occasional issues with crashes or delayed translation, but overall the experience is quite positive.
If you're looking for a reliable and complete app to binge-watch dramas, Viki is one of the best choices — whether in the free version or with the paid plan.
