The Grind (2026)
A Singaporean corporate drama about resilience, betrayal, and redefining success after a life-changing career transition.
The Grind - Series Information
- Original Title: 职不值得
- First Air Year: 2026
- Last Air Year: 2026
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 4
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Chinese
- Spoken Languages: Mandarin
- Networks: MediaCorp Channel 8, meWATCH
- Production Countries: Singapore
The Grind - Plot
After her badminton career ends, Li Rongjia is pushed into a cutthroat corporate world by her scheming boyfriend. As office politics, ambition, and betrayal unravel the company, she must rely on her resilience to survive heartbreak and exploitation—and redefine what success truly means.
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The Grind - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Richie Koh
- Chantalle Ng
- He Ying Ying
- Yûsuke Fukuchi
- Noah Yap
- Yvonne Lim
The Grind - FAQs
What is The Grind about?
The Grind follows Li Rongjia, a former badminton athlete thrust into the corporate world by her manipulative boyfriend. As she faces office politics, ambition, and betrayal, she draws on her athletic resilience to survive exploitation and heartbreak, ultimately redefining what success means on her own terms.
Who are the main actors in The Grind?
The Grind stars Richie Koh as Jiang Wenkai, Chantalle Ng as Li Rongjia, He Ying Ying as Caitlin, Yûsuke Fukuchi as Kento, Noah Yap as Chen Junjie, and Yvonne Lim as Ye Kui.
Where can you watch The Grind?
The Grind airs on MediaCorp Channel 8 and is available to stream on meWATCH, MediaCorp's digital streaming platform. Viewers can also check JustWatch to compare all available viewing options in their region.
Is The Grind based on a true story?
The Grind is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional drama produced in Singapore, exploring themes of workplace culture, personal ambition, and resilience through the lens of a former athlete navigating the corporate world for the first time.
How many episodes does The Grind have?
The Grind consists of 4 episodes across its single season. The series has concluded and is no longer in production, making it a compact, self-contained story ideal for viewers looking for a focused dramatic experience.
What genre is The Grind?
The Grind is a drama series. It blends workplace and corporate storytelling with personal character arcs, focusing on themes of ambition, betrayal, resilience, and self-discovery within a competitive office environment in Singapore.
Is The Grind cancelled or renewed for another season?
The Grind has ended after one season and is not currently in production. The series concluded in 2026 as a single-season drama, with its story fully resolved within its four-episode run on MediaCorp Channel 8 and meWATCH.
What language is The Grind in?
The Grind is primarily in Mandarin, reflecting its Singaporean production context. The series was produced in Singapore and aired on MediaCorp Channel 8, a Chinese-language channel catering to Mandarin-speaking audiences in Singapore and beyond.
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