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Watch: "The Midnight Studio" Star Joo Won Plays Fun Games And Answers Fan Questions In Live Interview With Viki Apr 24, 2024 by S Kim "The Midnight Studio” star Joo Won has joined global OTT platform Rakuten Viki for an exclusive live event! Previously on April 19, Joo Won, who takes on the role of photographer Seo Ki Joo in “The Midnight Studio” who runs a professional photo studio that only exists for the deceased, joined an exciting live broadcast hosted by Rakuten Viki. More https://www.soompi.com/article/1656406wpp/watch-the-midnight-studio-star-joo-won-plays-fun-games-and-answers-fan-questions-in-live-interview-with-viki

Kim Nam Gil, Honey Lee, And Kim Sung Kyun Confirmed To Reprise Roles In "The Fiery Priest" Season 2 + BIBI Joins Cast Apr 24, 2024 by S Nam The unforgettable trio from “The Fiery Priest” will be back for a new season! “The Fiery Priest,” which first aired in 2019, is about a Catholic priest with anger management issues and a cowardly detective who work together to solve a murder case. Season 1 originally starred Kim Nam Gil, Honey Lee, and Kim Sung Kyun, and the drama recorded a peak viewership rating of 22.0 percent. On April 24, it was confirmed that Kim Nam Gil, Honey Lee, and Kim Sung Kyun will be reprising their roles in “The Fiery Priest” Season 2 and that BIBI will be joining the cast lineup. In Season 2, Kim Nam Gil will be returning as the hot-blooded Catholic priest Kim Hae Il. Although he has the appearance of a graceful priest, Kim Hae Il has a dirty temper, raising anticipation for Kim Nam Gil’s comedic portrayal once more. Honey Lee, who captivated viewers in Season 1, will also reprise her role as prosecutor Park Kyung Sun, who has a silver tongue, guts, and great combat skills. Kim Sung Kyun will once more transform into Goo Dae Young, a detective of the violent crimes unit at Gudam Police Station, raising anticipation for his synergy with Kim Nam Gil. Singer and actress BIBI is additionally confirmed to play Goo Ja Young, a passionate detective of the Narcotics Unit, drawing excitement for her acting transformation. “The Fiery Priest” Season 2 will be a collaboration between director Park Bo Ram and screenwriter Park Jae Bum from Season 1. The production team shared, “‘The Fiery Priest 2,’ which is scheduled to premiere in the second half of 2024, will return with greatly upgraded laughter, action, and crime narratives amidst an even wilder background.” https://www.soompi.com/article/1656826wpp/kim-nam-gil-honey-lee-and-kim-sung-kyun-confirmed-to-reprise-roles-in-the-fiery-priest-season-2-bibi-joins-cast

Kim Nam Gil, Honey Lee, And Kim Sung Kyun Confirmed To Reprise Roles In "The Fiery Priest" Season 2 + BIBI Joins Cast Apr 24, 2024 by S Nam he unforgettable trio from “The Fiery Priest” will be back for a new season! “The Fiery Priest,” which first aired in 2019, is about a Catholic priest with anger management issues and a cowardly detective who work together to solve a murder case. Season 1 originally starred Kim Nam Gil, Honey Lee, and Kim Sung Kyun, and the drama recorded a peak viewership rating of 22.0 percent. On April 24, it was confirmed that Kim Nam Gil, Honey Lee, and Kim Sung Kyun will be reprising their roles in “The Fiery Priest” Season 2 and that BIBI will be joining the cast lineup. In Season 2, Kim Nam Gil will be returning as the hot-blooded Catholic priest Kim Hae Il. Although he has the appearance of a graceful priest, Kim Hae Il has a dirty temper, raising anticipation for Kim Nam Gil’s comedic portrayal once more. Honey Lee, who captivated viewers in Season 1, will also reprise her role as prosecutor Park Kyung Sun, who has a silver tongue, guts, and great combat skills. Kim Sung Kyun will once more transform into Goo Dae Young, a detective of the violent crimes unit at Gudam Police Station, raising anticipation for his synergy with Kim Nam Gil. Singer and actress BIBI is additionally confirmed to play Goo Ja Young, a passionate detective of the Narcotics Unit, drawing excitement for her acting transformation. “The Fiery Priest” Season 2 will be a collaboration between director Park Bo Ram and screenwriter Park Jae Bum from Season 1. The production team shared, “‘The Fiery Priest 2,’ which is scheduled to premiere in the second half of 2024, will return with greatly upgraded laughter, action, and crime narratives amidst an even wilder background.” https://www.soompi.com/article/1656826wpp/kim-nam-gil-honey-lee-and-kim-sung-kyun-confirmed-to-reprise-roles-in-the-fiery-priest-season-2-bibi-joins-cast

Jung Ryeo Won And Wi Ha Joon Reunite After 10 Years As Coworkers In "The Midnight Romance In Hagwon" Apr 24, 2024 by S Kim tvN’s upcoming romance drama “The Midnight Romance in Hagwon” has released heart-fluttering stills of Jung Ryeo Won and Wi Ha Joon! Helmed by director Ahn Pan Seok of the hit drama “Something in the Rain,” “The Midnight Romance in Hagwon” is set against the backdrop of Daechi, a neighborhood renowned as the epicenter of private education in Korea. The plot centers around an instructor who tirelessly assists a student named Lee Joon Ho (Wi Ha Joon) in gaining admission to a prestigious university. In a twist of fate, Lee Joon Ho later returns to the academy as a rookie instructor after resigning from a large company because he remains fixated on his first love, his academy teacher Seo Hye Jin (Jung Ryeo Won), even after becoming an adult. The newly released stills capture the subtle change in the relationship between Seo Hye Jin and Lee Joon Ho, who used to be Seo Hye Jin’s student. The two, who are the protagonists of the “Miracle of Daechi” incident 10 years ago, seem to maintain their trust and friendship even after a long period of time. However, their relationship takes an unexpected turn when Lee Joon Ho joins Daechi Chase, an academy that Seo Hye Jin works at, as a new instructor More https://www.soompi.com/article/1656831wpp/jung-ryeo-won-and-wi-ha-joon-reunite-after-10-years-as-coworkers-in-the-midnight-romance-in-hagwon

Lee Joo Bin confirms her next work after "Queen of Tears" by lo_ve, April 23, 2024 9 6 Lee Joo Bin will lead a new K-drama after Queen of Tears. On April 23, media outlets reported that Lee Joo Bin is joining the upcoming K-drama Guardians. According to reports, ever since Lee Joo Bin starred in the hit K-drama Queen of Tears, the actress has been receiving several offers to star in different works. If Lee Joo Bin confirms her casting, this will be her second upcoming K-drama. The actress will also join the upcoming series Tarot with Cho Yeo Jung, Park Ha Sun, DEX, Go Gyu Pil, and Seo Ji Hoon. Lee Joo Bin is praised for brilliantly portraying her role in Queen of Tears. The actress is playing the character named Cheon Da Hye, the wife of Kwak Dong Yeon's character Hong Soo Cheol. Aside from being busy with several upcoming K-dramas, Lee Joo Bin is also highly anticipated in the 2024 movie The Roundup: Punishment. She is one of the new characters in the hit film. Lee Joo Bin is known for being part of the K-dramas Love to Hate You, Love in Contract, Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area, Doctor Lawyer, Find Me in Your Memory, Mr. Sunshine, and more. Guardians will be the next work of director Park Ji Hyun and writers Roh Min Kyung and Jung Ji Hyun. The K-drama will revolve around electronic supervisors and probation officers who are tasked to monitor, help, and arrest criminals. Lee Joo Bin will possibly work with actor Jung Sung Il in the upcoming K-drama. The actor was the first one to receive the casting offer. The actress received the offer to play the role of Han Do Kyung. Her character is good at different martial arts such as judo, kendo, taekwondo, and more. She has a cheerful and calm personality that exudes positive energy. The release date of the upcoming K-drama Guardians is not yet confirmed. https://mydramalist.com/article/lee-joo-bin-confirms-her-next-work-after-queen-of-tears

Lee Joo Bin Confirmed To Star In New Crime Drama Drama Apr 23, 2024 by M Lim Lee Joo Bin, who is gaining great popularity for her role in “Queen of Tears,” has exciting news to share! On April 23rd, Lee Joo Bin’s agency ANDMARQ announced, “Lee Joo Bin will be starring in the drama ‘Guardians’ (literal title).” “Guardians” delves into the challenges faced by probation officers, who bear the crucial duty of preventing re-offenses and aiding in the societal reintegration of former convicts within a facility dedicated to refining imperfect laws. Currently, Lee Joo Bin is starring in the hit tvN weekend drama “Queen of Tears” and is gearing up for the premiere of “The Roundup : Punishment,” scheduled for April 24. https://www.soompi.com/article/1656652wpp/lee-joo-bin-confirmed-to-star-in-new-crime-drama Queen of Tears’ Lee Joo Bin confirmed to lead crime-thriller Guardians; Know character details Lee Joo Bin, who is currently starring in the ongoing hit drama Queen of Tears will soon appear in a new crime-thriller drama called Guardians. Read on to know her character details. By Moupriya Banerjee Lee Joo Bin has witnessed a surge in her popularity after her notable appearance in the ongoing drama Queen of Tears. Making her drama debut in 2017, she has steadily risen to prominence, displaying her impeccable acting skills in a bunch of popular K-dramas like Be Melodramatic, She Would Never Know, and more. The latest update suggests she is on a journey to further her portfolio as a K-drama actress, bagging more astounding roles. Lee Joo Bin has witnessed a surge in her popularity after her notable appearance in the ongoing drama Queen of Tears. Making her drama debut in 2017, she has steadily risen to prominence, displaying her impeccable acting skills in a bunch of popular K-dramas like Be Melodramatic, She Would Never Know, and more. The latest update suggests she is on a journey to further her portfolio as a K-drama actress, bagging more astounding roles. Guardians is an upcoming crime-thriller drama that promises to depict the untold stories of probation officers or supervisors who monitor electronic tags on criminals out on probation. Guardians is an upcoming crime-thriller drama that promises to depict the untold stories of probation officers or supervisors who monitor electronic tags on criminals out on probation. Lee Joo Bin currently stars in tvN’s ongoing drama Queen of Tears. She portrays the bittersweet character of Cheon Da Hye, Hong Soo Cheol’s (Kwak Dong Yeon) wife. Alongside Kim Soo Hyun, Kim Ji Won, Park Sung Hoon, and other main characters, she is also continually contributing to the drama’s wild success. Lee Joo Bin will also make a noteworthy appearance in the upcoming film The Roundup: Punishment, where she will co-star Ma Dong Seok, Lee Dong Hwi, and more actors. The filming for her upcoming drama Guardians will commence shortly after confirming the complete cast lineup. https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/queen-of-tears-lee-joo-bin-confirmed-to-lead-crime-thriller-guardians-know-character-details-1298500

'If there's someone who dies early': Park Sung Hoon's accidental slip-up leads to Squid Game season 2 spoiler Actor Park Sung Hoon may have accidentally spilled some spoilers about Squid Game season 2 during a recent interview. Read on to find out more about what happened! By Saumya Saxena Published on Apr 05, 2024 In a recent interview, actor Park Sung Hoon discussed his upcoming projects, including the highly anticipated sequel to Squid Game. However, during the conversation, he may have accidentally revealed a potential spoiler about the new season. Here's what happened. Actor Park Sung Hoon, known for his roles in various K-dramas, including The Glory and Queen of Tears, may have unintentionally revealed some spoilers about the highly anticipated Squid Game season 2 during a recent interview on Netflix Korea's YouTube channel. While discussing his upcoming projects, including his involvement in the sequel, Park Sung Hoon hinted at some details that caught the attention of fans. During the interview, when asked about the red-haired character Seong Gi Hoon and the iconic training suits in season 2, Park Sung Hoon attempted to evade the question, indicating that they were currently filming the series. However, in a moment of spontaneity, he mentioned the possibility of a character dying early in the season, causing a brief moment of surprise among the hosts and viewers. Although Park Sung Hoon quickly changed the topic without elaborating further on his statement, his slip of the tongue has sparked speculation and curiosity among fans about what may unfold in Squid Game season 2. As the sequel remains one of the most anticipated shows of 2024, viewers eagerly await further updates and revelations about the fate of their favorite characters in the intense and thrilling world of Squid Game. Squid Game season 2, the highly anticipated follow-up to the gripping thriller survival series, is set to continue the intense storyline where contestants gamble their lives in deadly children's games for a staggering prize of 45.6 billion won. Lee Jung Jae's character, Seong Gi Hun, will navigate new challenges and consequences after pivotal decisions made in the season one finale. Returning cast members include Lee Jung Jae, Lee Byung Hun, Gong Yoo, and Wi Ha Joon, alongside exciting new additions such as Im Si Wan, Kang Ha Neul, Park Gyu Young, and Park Sung Hoon. With familiar faces and fresh characters, fans eagerly anticipate the release of Squid Game season 2 for its promised thrills and captivating concepts. https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/if-theres-someone-who-dies-early-park-sung-hoons-accidental-slip-up-leads-to-squid-game-season-2-spoiler-1292704

'Happy and grateful': Wi Ha Joon reacts to reuniting with Something in The Rain director for The Midnight Romance in Hagwon Wi Ha Joon shares his thoughts on reuniting with Director Ahn Pan Seok on the set of The Midnight Romance in Hagwon. Read on to know what he said. By Moupriya Banerjee Updated on Apr 23, 2024 Wi Ha Joon is all set to grace the screen with his upcoming rom-com The Midnight Romance in Hagwon. In this drama, he will co-star with actress Jung Ryeo Won, who portrays the character of his first love. Excitements are rapidly building up to witness their on-screen chemistry, which has been more or less revealed through the posters and still releases. On April 23, a conversation with the lead actor was published by a Korean media converge, where he shared his thoughts on reuniting with director Ahn Pan Seok after 6 years. Previously in 2018, Wi Ha Joon worked with him on the drama Something in the Rain. He starred as a main character alongside the leads Jung Hae In and Son Ye Jin. The Midnight Romance in Hagwon is also a deft work from the same director. Regarding this reunion, he commented, “I was happy and grateful when the director gave me the offer. He gives actors an opportunity to act with their hearts. He made new and impressive scenarios in an unexpected way, which I felt was as expected from him. The set made me learn a lot of new things.” He further talked about the ease he felt while filming under Ahn Pan Seok’s direction, “I was certain to make a realistic project through this drama with the help of my co-star and director.” “I am thankful for this realistic plot. The immersive story made me read the all pages in one go”, the Little Women actor relayed his thoughts on the screenplay. The Midnight Romance in Hagwon is an upcoming tvN rom-com drama which will narrate the story of an erstwhile student and his unwavering love for a female instructor. Wi Ha Joon portrays Lee Joon Ho, a sluggish student attending an academy in order to get admission in a prestigious university. He falls head over heels for his instructor Seo Hye Jin, played by actress Jung Ryeo Won. Years later, in an unexpected turn of events, he returns to the same academy as a rookie instructor, leaving the job in a large company. He is unable to forget his first love even after becoming an adult and gradually pursues her. Wi Ha Joon and Jung Ryeo Won’s new pairing is promised to unfold the drama’s narrative with a heart-warming chemistry, which viewers are eagerly awaiting. The Midnight Romance in Hagwon is set to premiere on May 11, 9:20 pm KST (5:50 pm IST). https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/happy-and-grateful-wi-ha-joon-reacts-to-reuniting-with-something-in-the-rain-director-for-the-midnight-romance-in-hagwon-1298463

Goodbye Earth: Ahn Eun Jin, Jeon Seong Woo, and others struggle to keep humanity alive amid catastrophe; see PICS Goodbye Earth, the upcoming post-apocalyptic series starring Ahn Eun Jin, Jeon Seong Woo, Yoo Ah In and others have unveiled intriguing stills from the show. See the latest photos here. By Tanya Saxena Updated on Apr 23, 2024 Goodbye Earth is a forthcoming apocalyptic series where humans will face an impending end of life and their home. The series was erstwhile slated before due to Yoo Ah In’s drug controversy. Goodbye Earth is now set to release this month and ahead of its release Netflix has unveiled some stills from the show. Goodbye Earth, the upcoming Netflix original series has unveiled new stills from the apocalyptic series inciting intrigue in fans. Goodbye Earth stars Ahn Eun Jin, Jeon Seong Woo, Yoo Ah In, and Kim Yoon Hye in lead roles in this sci-fi dystopian series. The show is set to premiere this week and some new stills are here lending a peak into the struggle of characters. In the latest stills first, we see Ahn Eun Jin as Jin Se Kyung, wearing her volunteer jacket while a serious and tense expression adds to the uneasy environment. Adding to the unsettling atmosphere comes Jeon Seong Woo as Woo Seong Jae. He is disheveled and staring into the black while holding a rosary. His red and teary eyes hint at the seriousness of the impending end. Both characters fill in roles where they are responsible for others as well, adding to their already high fear as they try to survive. Kim Yoon Hye as Kang In Ah wears her commander uniform with a stern impression. We see three kids in an abandoned place trying to collect things to survive. Meanwhile, other characters also share a sense of survival and responsibility as they face the catastrophe together. In the times of apocalypse which approaches at a steady rate, everyone shares a singular feeling whether they will survive or die. Common folk gather around the military and politicians to ask for answers but the picture shows they get shouted at instead. We see three kids in an abandoned place trying to collect things to survive. Meanwhile, other characters also share a sense of survival and responsibility as they face the catastrophe together. In the times of apocalypse which approaches at a steady rate, everyone shares a singular feeling whether they will survive or die. Common folk gather around the military and politicians to ask for answers but the picture shows they get shouted at instead. https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/goodbye-earth-ahn-eun-jin-jeon-seong-woo-and-others-struggle-to-keep-humanity-alive-amid-catastrophe-see-pics-1298458

EXO's Xiumin eventually declines his next K-drama project by lo_ve, January 5, 2024 6 1 EXO's Xiumin will no longer be part of the upcoming K-drama Guardians. On January 5, media outlet Star News shared that EXO member Xiumin decided to not appear in the upcoming thriller K-drama Guardians. Guardians will revolve around people who are doing their best to make up for an imperfect law. The K-drama will feature electronic supervisors and probation officers and the work they do to help and monitor criminals. Xiumin was offered to portray the role of Song Hyun Woo, the youngest electronic director. He is in his third year as a probation officer and he practices the work-life balance. Previously, it was revealed that Xiumin was positively considering to star in the upcoming K-drama. Ultimately, Xiumin decided to decline the offer. The upcoming K-drama will be led by The Glory actor Jung Sung Il. Guardians is set to exclusively premiere on SBS. There is no confirmation yet on the release date of the thriller K-drama. This upcoming K-drama was supposed to be the continuation of Xiumin's acting activities. The EXO member resumed his acting last year as he appeared in the TVING K-drama Boss-dol Mart with Lee Shin Young, MONSTA X's Hyung Won, Choi Jung Woon, Choi Won Myung, and Lee Sae On. He played the role of a K-pop idol who decided to take charge of a struggling supermarket. Xiumin began his acting career officially through the 2015 web K-drama Falling for Do Jeon with Kim So Eun, Jang Yoo Sang, Jang Hee Ryung, Hong Je Yi, Park In Hwan, and more. This was his first time leading a web K-drama. After eight years of hiatus from acting, Xiumin returned and starred in Boss-dol Mart. Aside from acting, Xiumin is active in all EXO and EXO-CBX activities. https://mydramalist.com/article/exo-s-xiumin-eventually-declines-his-next-k-drama-project

News bites: April 22, 2024 by tccolb Over on KBS, the promos continue with a new bundle stills of L (a.k.a. Kim Myung-soo)(Numbers) and Lee Yoo-young (Insider) in Dare to Love Me. With our clashing pair coming from what feels like different worlds, love will conquer the divide when the rom-com begins on May 13. Production has PD Jang Yang-ho directing with scripts by Park Yumi. [Newsen (1), (2)] https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/04/news-bites-april-22-2024/

News bites: April 22, 2024 by tccolb Character posters have dropped for SBS’s Connection, showcasing the many faces of detective Ji Sung (Adamas) and journalist Jeon Mi-do (Thirty-Nine). With the mysterious death of a mutual high school friend at the center of the crime-mystery, the series takes off on May 24 with always-a-prosecutor Kwon Yul (Longing for You) and chaebol Kim Kyung-nam (The One and Only) co-starring. [SBS] https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/04/news-bites-april-22-2024/

EXO Xiumin appears in drama ‘Guardians’… resume acting activities Xiumin, a member of the group EXO, appears in the new drama ‘Guardians’. On the May 24th, a broadcasting official said, “Xiumin has received an offer to appear on ‘Guardians’ and is discussing it positively.” The drama tells the story of a probation officer who prevents probationers from reoffending and helps them reintegrate into society. This is the first drama to deal with this topic, and it depicts the daily lives and joys and sorrows of probation officers belonging to the Probation Office's Electronic Supervision Department. Xiumin plays the role of electronic director and youngest member Song Hyun-woo in the drama. He is a ‘MZ Generation’ character who considers the balance between work and daily life to be the most important while working as a probation officer for three years, taking advantage of his law major. He also plays an active role as a mood maker for the team with his unique personality. Xiumin plays the role of electronic director and youngest member Song Hyun-woo in the drama. He is a ‘MZ Generation’ character who considers the balance between work and daily life to be the most important while working as a probation officer for three years, taking advantage of his law major. He also plays an active role as a mood maker for the team with his unique personality. This is the first time Xiumin appears in a drama in eight years since the 2015 web drama ‘Falling with Challenge.’ Last year, I was cast in the drama ‘Market Dol Mart’ and filming has been completed and is about to be released. He plans to continue his acting career by appearing in ‘Guardians’ one after another. https://sports.donga.com/ent/article/all/20230524/119458995/1 Acting idol' EXO's Xiumin fails to appear in next drama 'Guardians' Group EXO member Xiumin's appearance on 'Guardians' was canceled. As a result of Star News coverage on the January5th, Xiumin decided not to appear in the new drama 'Guardians'. ‘Guardians’ is the story of people struggling in the last bastion to supplement imperfect laws. This is a work about electronic supervision and 'probation officers' who prevent criminals who have been placed on probation from reoffending and help them return to society. This is the first work in Korea to feature a probation officer. Xiumin was offered the role of electronic director and youngest member Song Hyun-woo in the drama. Song Hyun-woo is a third-year probation officer who has sophisticated fashion and values 'work-life balance', and is a person who plays the role of atmosphere maker in the electronic supervision department. Xiumin was positively considered for the role of Song Hyun-woo, but ultimately declined to appear. https://www.starnewskorea.com/stview.php?no=2024010515213358358

News bites: April 22, 2024 by tccolb Excuse me while I hold my breath for tvN’s The Midnight Romance in Hagwon, rapt under the spell of Wie Ha-joon (Gyeongseong Creature) in the latest posters – not that Jung Ryeo-won (May It Please the Court) isn’t bringing the pretty herself. With the premiere now just a few weeks away on May 11, the nights of love will be coming to our screens through the talented hands of PD Ahn Pan-seok (One Spring Night, Pretty Noona Who Buys Me Food) and writer Park Kyung-hwa. [News1] https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/04/news-bites-april-22-2024/

"The Glory" Star Jung Sung Il In Talks To Lead New Drama Drama Apr 13, 2023 by E Ezeji Jung Sung Il may be appearing in his first-ever lead role! On April 13, Sung Jung Il’s agency KeyEast shared with News1, “Jung Sung Il has received an offer for new drama ‘Guardians’ [literal translation] and is positively considering his appearance.” “Guardians” tells the story of people working to make up for an imperfect law. It will be the first Korean drama to feature electronic supervisors and probation officers, and will shed more light on the lives of probation officers who help, monitor, and restrain criminals. Jung Sung Il has been offered the role of protagonist Bok Tae Ju, an electronic supervisor and probation officer who has his own definition of justice and is willing to do whatever it takes to put those who are likely to reoffend behind bars. As he considers even minor offences to be unacceptable and sends people straight to prison if he gets the opportunity, he is known as the “Grim Reaper.” Jung Sung Il first gained public interest with his appearance in the 2020 drama “Forest of Secrets 2” (also known as “Stranger 2”), and has since starred in “Birthcare Center,” “Bad and Crazy,” “Our Blues,” and “Moonshine.” Most recently, he starred in Netflix’s hit series “The Glory” as Ha Do Yeong, the husband of Park Yeon Jin (Lim Ji Yeon). https://www.soompi.com/article/1579870wpp/the-glory-star-jung-sung-il-in-talks-to-star-in-a-new-drama

Ji Sung Reveals His K-Drama "Connection" Conveys a Message About Drug Crimes by Lily Alice, April 23, 2024 0 1 SBS's mystery thriller Connection dropped the first character stills of Ji Sung. Connection tells the story of an ace detective in the narcotics team, forcibly addicted to drugs. He uncovers the entire story of connections of a 20-year distorted friendship using the death of his friend as a clue. In the K-drama, Ji Sung portrays an ace detective, Jang Jae Kyung, in the Narcotics Department at Anhyeon Police Station. The stills show Jang Jae Kyung receiving a special promotion to the rank of inspector for his outstanding ability to arrest criminals. Impeccably dressed in police uniform, with unwavering determination evident in his gaze, Jang Jae Kyung offers a salute to his senior and junior colleagues who gave thunderous applause. Having stubbornly refused to make connections, fearing that his ties or backing might become vulnerabilities to the police force, Jang Jae Kyung considers the promotion a triumph for the principles he has upheld. The teasers raise curiosity as to why Jang Jae Kyung, a staunch man of principles, has fallen victim to drugs. Ji Sung revealed he chose the drama for its solid script. The actor commented, "This drama has a unique theme that has not been commonly employed in dramas before, and it also carries a heavy message about the drug crimes that must be addressed in reality." He further stated, "The biggest goal was to portray Jang Jae Kyung's psychological and external changes in a way that doesn't appear overly sensational," and added, "I think it would be great if you watch the drama while thinking about Jang Jae Kyung's struggle and the root cause of the various actions that he will take as he gets entangled in an incident. The actors and the staff are putting their hearts into every scene, so please show lots of interest." Connection is scheduled to premiere on May 24. More news about the K-drama's OTT streaming service is yet to come. https://mydramalist.com/article/ji-sung-reveals-his-k-drama-connection-conveys-a-message-about-drug-crimes

"Goodbye Earth" Features a Star-Studded Lineup of Veterans in Supporting Cast by Lily Alice, April 23, 2024 0 Netflix gives a glimpse of characters facing turmoil as they near the planet's destruction in Goodbye Earth. Goodbye Earth tells the story of people living in a world headed towards destruction, with only 200 days left until the collision of Earth and an asteroid. Ahn Eun Jin, Jeon Sung Woo, Kim Yoon Hye, and Yoo Ah In among others, are cast in the series. Jin Se Kyung (Ahn Eun Jin), a middle school teacher, vividly portrays the confusion and change people experience in the face of the approaching apocalypse. The difference between her past and present selves is stark. From the happy moments when she taught and engaged with students at school to the sad times when the school shut down following the announcement of the asteroid collision, Jin Se Kyung's expression tells it all. Ahn Eun Jin, saying, "For Se Kyung, children are the reason behind everything she does," previews a strong and cordial character who prioritizes children's happiness over her own and strives to protect them until the end. Jeon Sung Woo transforms into Woo Sung Jae, an assistant priest who takes care of the parishioners at church. Talking about Jeon Sung Woo, director Kim Jin Min, said, "He is an actor with solid principles and can convey a lot through subtle expressions." Kim Yoon Hye comes as Kang In Ah, the commander of a combat support battalion responsible for transporting supplies and maintaining public order. Commenting about her character, the actress said, "I cut my hair short to express In Ah's commanding presence, and learned how to use guns and practiced repeatedly so that it would look natural [on screen]." The stills also give a glimpse of citizens living in Woongchun City. The trio So Min, Jin Seo, and Ha Yul, who are close to Se Kyung as her students, will be played by Kim Bo Min, Kim Kang Hoon, and Kim Do Hye, respectively. The youngsters face the harsh reality of being deprived of their chance to become adults and the chaos of disappearing children. Kim Yeo Jin plays Yeo Mi Ryeong, the owner of the only supermarket in Woongchun City, who, despite losing her son, continues to run her store. Kang Suk Woo plays the missing head priest, Baek Sin Bu; and Kim Young Ok comes as Kim Bo Ae, the oldest resident of Woongchun City. https://mydramalist.com/article/goodbye-earth-features-a-star-studded-lineup-of-veterans-in-supporting-cast

Jung Sung Il Set to Star in His First Ever Leading Role in K-drama "Guardians" by lo_ve, April 13, 2023 59 43 Jung Sung Il will possibly have his first-ever leading role. On April 13, industry insiders revealed that Jung Sung Il has been cast in the upcoming K-drama Guardians. Jung Sung Il's agency Key East Entertainment shared their side regarding the casting reports. According to the agency, Jung Sung Il is positively reviewing the offer to lead the new K-drama. Guardians will be the first-ever Korean drama that will highlight the stories of probation officers who are tasked to monitor, help, and arrest criminals. Jung Sung Il got the offer to play the role of Bok Tae Joo, a probation officer. There are no details yet on who will work alongside Jung Sung Il and when and where the upcoming K-drama will be broadcasted. This K-drama will possibly be the follow-up project of the actor after starring in the Netflix original series The Glory Part 2. Jung Sung Il became more known after being part of The Glory. He has received a lot of offers after being more known through the series. He was praised for his acting skills and great chemistry with co-stars Im Ji Yeon and Song Hye Kyo. The actor made his acting debut in 2002. He has starred in several K-dramas in a supporting role in The Return of Iljimae, The Running Mates: Human Rights, Woman of 9.9 Billion, Stranger Season 2, Birthcare Center, Times, Bad and Crazy, Our Blues, and more. Jung Sung Il is also active in movies. Just last year, he was part of the movie Project Wolf Hunting. He also participated in the films The Chase, Hide and Never Seek, Like a French Film, Makgeolli Girls, The Con Artists, A Frozen Flower, and The Art of Seduction. Aside from acting, Jung Sung Il is also known for being active in musicals. https://mydramalist.com/article/jung-sung-il-set-to-star-in-his-first-ever-leading-role-in-k-drama-guardians

Ji Sung Salutes In Front Of Colleagues After Being Specially Promoted In New Crime Thriller Drama "Connection" Drama Preview Apr 23, 2024 by S Kim SBS’s upcoming drama “Connection” has dropped new stills featuring Ji Sung! “Connection” is a new crime thriller starring Ji Sung as Jang Jae Kyung, a well-respected detective who is the ace of the narcotics unit. Jeon Mi Do will star as Oh Yoon Jin, an opinionated and outspoken reporter who works at a newspaper. The drama is a collaboration between director Lee Tae Gon and writer Lee Hyun, who previously worked together for JTBC’s “Diary of a Prosecutor.” Ji Sung plays detective Jang Jae Kyung, the leader of the narcotics team at Anhyun Police Station, who is respected by his juniors and trusted by his seniors within the police force. The newly released stills feature Jang Jae Kyung being specially promoted to inspector for his outstanding performance in apprehending criminals. Dressed neatly in his police uniform, Jang Jae Kyung receives a badge that symbolizes his appointment as a police inspector in front of his colleagues. Jang Jae Kyung stands to attention and salutes with a determined facial expression to his seniors and juniors who give him applause. Ji Sung remarked, “I think it would be great if you watch the drama while thinking about Jang Jae Kyung’s struggle and the root cause of the various actions that he will take as he gets entangled in an incident.” He added, “The actors and staff are filming each and every scene with great care, so please show lots of interest.” https://www.soompi.com/article/1656598wpp/ji-sung-salutes-in-front-of-colleagues-after-being-specially-promoted-in-new-crime-thriller-drama-connection

Jang Ki Yong, Chun Woo Hee, Claudia Kim, And More Create Pleasant Synergy On Set Of “The Atypical Family” Drama Apr 23, 2024 by J Lee On April 22, JTBC’s new weekend drama “The Atypical Family” shared some behind-the-scenes photos, raising anticipation for the upcoming story! “The Atypical Family” tells the story of a supernatural family who lost their powers after suffering from very realistic problems. The drama is directed by Cho Hyun Tak of “SKY Castle” and penned by Joo Hwa Mi of “Marriage, Not Dating” and Kang Eun Kyung of “Dr. Romantic.” In the newly released photos, Jang Ki Yong perfectly embodies Bok Gwi Joo, a depressed time traveler trapped in past happiness as he grapples with current despair. Jang Ki Yong commented on his character, saying, “Bok Gwi Joo may seem lethargic and indifferent to everything, but he’s the one who strives harder than anyone to retrieve happiness.” He added, “It was difficult to portray contrasting emotions—from the current miserable state to past happiness—at the same time. I tried to convey even the smallest details beyond his external vibes.” A mysterious intruder, Do Da Hae (Chun Woo Hee), who brings depressed Bok Gwi Joo out to the world, intrigues viewers as her identity gradually unfolds. The actress stated, “Do Da Hae is a character who hides behind layers of persona.” She further expressed affection for the character, saying, “If you follow along Do Da Hae’s perception and mind, you will uncover her multidimensional charms.” As Chun Woo Hee is seen reading through her script even during breaks, anticipation is high as to what changes Do Da Hae will bring to the supernatural family. The released photos also capture Go Doo Shim and Oh Man Seok rehearsing their scenes. Go Doo Shim portrays Bok Man Heum, a key figure in the Bok family who lost her ability of foresight after struggling with insomnia, while Oh Man Seok plays Bok Man Heum’s husband, Eom Soon Gu, who is the only member of the family without supernatural power. In the behind-the-scenes still image, both burst into laughter as Oh Man Seok piggybacks Go Doo Shim, offering a glimpse of a pleasant atmosphere on the set. The photos also depict the filming scenes of Claudia Kim as Bok Dong Hee, who lost her flying ability after gaining weight. Claudia Kim underwent special makeup to fully embody the character, which she felt ambitious about due to the rare opportunity to portray such a character. Her visual transformation already generated buzz online upon the release of the character poster. Claudia Kim shared, “Since Bok Dong Hee has a distinctive character, I tried to portray her as freely as possible.” Meanwhile, Park So Yi posed in front of the camera adorably, contrasting with her sensitive and volatile teenage character Bok Yi Na. As a member of the secretive Bok family, viewers are left curious to know the story behind Yi Na. Director Cho Hyun Tak expressed his trust in the actors, remarking, “All actors gave their best. Jang Ki Yong delivered careful and profound acting in every scene, while Chun Woo Hee portrayed the ever-changing character with sincere and unique charm. Go Doo Shim enhanced the character’s completeness by personally preparing the clothing, and Claudia Kim’s acting transcended physical and emotional limits.” “The Atypical Family” is set to premiere on May 4. https://www.soompi.com/article/1656526wpp/jang-ki-yong-chun-woo-hee-claudia-kim-and-more-create-pleasant-synergy-on-set-of-the-atypical-family

Byeon Woo Seok And Kim Hye Yoon's Close Proximity Ignites Romantic Tension In "Lovely Runner" Drama Preview Apr 23, 2024 by M Lim tvN’s “Lovely Runner” has dropped new heart-fluttering stills ahead of tonight’s episode! Based on a popular web novel and penned by “True Beauty” writer Lee Si Eun, “Lovely Runner” is a new time-slip romance drama that asks the question: “What would you do if you had the opportunity to save your ultimate bias?” Kim Hye Yoon stars as Im Sol, a passionate fan devastated by the death of her favorite star Ryu Sun Jae (Byeon Woo Seok), who goes back in time to save him. Spoilers In the latest stills, Ryu Sun Jae and Im Sol captivate viewers with their intimate moments while in the room of Im Sol’s brother Im Geum (Song Ji Ho), being cautious not to disturb his sleep. In one image, Ryu Sun Jae is taken by surprise when Im Sol suddenly covers his mouth. Seeking refuge from Im Geum’s potential discovery, Ryu Sun Jae wraps Im Sol in a blanket, holding her close. As Im Sol cautiously peeks out from beneath the cover, their closeness heightens the romantic tension between them. In another frame, Ryu Sun Jae remains visibly affected by the encounter, unable to control his pounding heart as he reflects on the lingering warmth from Im Sol’s touch. Lastly, Im Sol is portrayed tenderly observing Ryu Sun Jae’s sleeping face while seated by his side in a quiet moment of contemplation. The production team commented, “Im Sol struggles to protect Ryu Sun Jae while he continues to make direct advances toward her. Episode 6 will mark a turning point in the relationship between the two. In particular, the backstory of Ryu Sun Jae’s 15-year unrequited love will be revealed, so please stay tuned for today’s broadcast.” The next episode of “Lovely Runner” will air on April 23 at 8:50 p.m. KST. https://www.soompi.com/article/1656699wpp/byeon-woo-seok-and-kim-hye-yoons-close-proximity-ignites-romantic-tension-in-lovely-runner

Drama: Guardians Hangul: 보호자들 Genre: Network: SBS Episodes: 12 Director: Park Ji Hyun Writer: Roh Min Kyung and Jung Ji Hyun Release Date: Runtime: Friday-Saturday Production Company: Apollo Pictures OST: Official site: Plot “Guardians” tells the story of people working to make up for an imperfect law. It will be the first Korean drama to feature electronic supervisors and probation officers, and will shed more light on the lives of probation officers who help, monitor, and restrain criminals. The drama tells the story of a probation officer who prevents probationers from reoffending and helps them reintegrate into society. It depicts the daily lives and joys and sorrows of probation officers belonging to the Probation Office's Electronic Supervision Department. Cast Jung Sung-il as Bok Tae-joo Lee Joo Bin as Han Do Kyung as Song Hyun-woo Character descriptions Bok Tae-joo (Jung Sung Il) is a 9-year electronic supervisor and probation officer who has his own definition of justice and is willing to do whatever it takes to put those who are likely to reoffend behind bars. As he considers even minor offences to be unacceptable and sends people straight to prison if he gets the opportunity, he is known as the “Grim Reaper.” Song Hyun-woo ()is a third-year probation officer who has sophisticated fashion and values 'work-life balance', and is a person who plays the role of atmosphere maker in the electronic supervision department. Han Do Kyung (Lee joo Bin) is good at different martial arts such as judo, kendo, taekwondo, and more. She has a cheerful and calm personality that exudes positive energy. Teasers/Trailers 01.Soompi code of conduct | SOOMPI RULES FOR KDRAMA | MOVIES | ACTORS' & ACTRESS' SECTION Don't post any requests for subs!Anything unrelated to the drama plot is considered spamming. Don't quote images. 01.Due to the copyright/legal problems, no illegal streaming links will/should be posted on this thread as there had been major crackdowns going on lately.02.Any complaints about any streaming links will be counted as spam and will be reported to the mods.03.Any complaints of the respective companies such as Viki, youtube, Etc.. should be report to the respective companies instead of posting your complaints here.04.Those who are caught breaking the Soompi posting rules more than 5 times will have their Id/IDs reported the mods. 05.Those who are caught promoting/posting illegal streaming links with subs ( those without permission from the orginal subbers and doesn't have copyrights like SOOMPI TV, Viki, Kdrama.com or Crunchyroll) will have their ID's reported to the mods for endangering Soompi to legal issues for illegal streaming sites promotions. PLEASE GIVE CREDIT TO WHERE CREDIT IS DUE

Hongin cast in ‘Investigation Team Leader 1958’… ‘Working with Lee Je-hoon’ ‘Investigation Chief 1958’ is a prequel to the drama ‘Investigation Chief’ and begins in 1958, when detective Park Young-han (played by Lee Je-hoon) was appointed to Seoul. This drama depicts the story of a detective named Lee Je-hoon (Park Young-han), who specializes in apprehending petty thieves in an age of barbarism, as a team with three unique colleagues, breaking down the absurdities of corrupt power with common sense, and being reborn as a detective for the people. Hongin said, “I am happy to appear in ‘Investigation Team Leader 1958,’” and added, “I ask for a lot of interest and love as I worked hard to film it.” Hongin, who has been continuously working on his next work since ‘Wedding Impossible’ aired, has proven his wide acting spectrum by embodying detailed emotional acting and attractive characters in his previous work. Hong-in, who enlivens the drama with his high character digestion ability in each work he appears, plans to show his deep acting skills by challenging a different character in this 'Investigation Chief 1958'. Meanwhile, 'Investigation Team Leader 1958', in which Hong In appears, will be broadcast on April 26. https://www.newsfreezone.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=563562

Chief Detective 1958: Episodes 1-2 by lovepark The iconic series that ran for nearly two decades and aired 880 episodes has gotten a prequel, but don’t worry if you haven’t caught up with the behemoth original since there’s plenty of fun for everyone in this new show. Turning back the clock to a time when the country was ruled by a dictator and justice seemed a far cry from reality, a group of detectives would change the tide with their doggedness, ingenuity, and absurdity — showing the world that there’s very few problems a bag of snakes can’t solve. EPISODES 1-2 The show opens with the original chief detective (cameo by Choi Bool-am) visiting his grandson who looks strikingly similar to his younger self. At the police station, he catches a glimpse of his old team pictured on the wall, and the show takes us to the past — a prequel to the adventures of the legendary detective PARK YOUNG-HAN (Lee Je-hoon). In 1958, Young-han makes a name for himself in his hometown as the greatest cow-thief catching officer and is recruited to a position in Seoul. None of his previous accolades mean much in the big city, but Young-han soon finds a new title for himself after his first assignment. Walking right into a den of gangsters, our young detective tosses the boss a pair of handcuffs and orders him to arrest himself. The thugs don’t take kindly to his cocky attitude, but Young-han came prepared. He brandishes a bag of venomous snakes, and though his threat feels like a bluff — no sane man would bring snakes to a fight — we learn that Young-han is no ordinary man. As he leaves the room with the boss in tow, his bag rips, and thirty snakes drop to the ground in the middle of the restaurant, earning him the nickname “snake detective.” It seems Young-han has the skills (or at least the gumption) to back up his big talk, but the real trouble in Seoul isn’t about catching gangsters but arresting them. The infamous underworld leader LEE JUNG-JAE (Kim Young-sung) has the superintendent in his pocket, so despite Young-han procuring a confession out of the assailant, the higher-ups force him to release the criminal. At least his chief YOO DAE-CHEON (Choi Deok-moon) is on his side, even buying his new (and only) team member a suit, but Chief Yoo isn’t exactly in his prime to be tussling in the streets. Enter Young-han’s first recruit: mad dog KIM SANG-SOON (Lee Dong-hwi). An outcasted detective from Unit 2, Sang-soon will bite any gangster who crosses his path (as well as the occasional dog), making him the perfect candidate for Young-han’s team. Their first task together is to bust an illegal trade between the gang and the U.S. military, which also means turning against Sang-soon’s old unit who are all in on the shady deal. Our hot-blooded detectives break into the warehouse, guns blazing, and it becomes a showdown between the two of them and a throng of heavily armed gangsters, soldiers, and officers. It seems Young-han’s bravery borders stupidity since he shouts at the others to shoot him, but before he actually gets a bullet in his skull, Sang-soon hits him on the head. He pretends to side with his old unit, but the gangsters know of the mad dog’s reputation and knock him out, too. Thus, our heroes wake up in the middle of nowhere, their plans a complete failure — or at least, that’s what their enemies think. Since they couldn’t stop the deal, Young-han and Sang-soon do the next best thing: hold a free giveaway of all the illegal goods to the people. Our brazen heroes waltz into the station licking stolen lollipops and tell Unit 2 that thanks aren’t necessary. Even the superintendent is left speechless when Young-han explains how he saved their necks by not reporting them to the military police, and the corrupt cops keep quiet for now. On the other hand, underworld mastermind Lee Jung-jae is displeased by Young-han’s shenanigans and sends his men to teach him a lesson. While Young-han can take two of them easily, ten is a bit much even for our protagonist, so he runs through the streets for a place to hide. more https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/04/chief-detective-1958-episodes-1-2/

Meet the superpowered Atypical Family in new teaser by Jenzy In the latest teaser for JTBC’s upcoming rom-com The Atypical Family, we’re introduced to Jang Ki-yong (Now, We Are Breaking Up) and the rest of his not-so-heroic family. We open the teaser on our heroine Do Da-hae, played by Chun Woo-hee (Delightfully Deceitful), as she moves into the eccentric Bok house. While she gets a warm greeting from the matriarch Go Du-shim (Twinkling Watermelon), the rest of the family give her an icy staredown at the family lunch. So why is this complete stranger moving in? It all goes back to the Bok clan’s big secret: everyone in their family was born with superpowers. However, modern life with its smartphones and first-world woes has caused them to lose their abilities. And Mom has a feeling that somehow Da-hae moving in will fix their problem. We see Da-hae taking inventory of the family’s powers vs. their current state. We start with Mom, a future-seer who can’t get a read on the stock market. We then move on to eldest daughter Dong Hee, played by Kim Su-hyun (Gyeongseong Creature), a flyer who can’t catch herself falling off the second floor. Then there’s Bok Gwi-joo (Jang Ki-yong), a time-traveler to happier moments who is currently deeply depressed. Finally we have the teenage Yi-na, played by Park So-yi (See You in My 19th Life), who Da-hae writes off as without powers, but we’re left to wonder if that assumption is correct. And while he’s not in the teaser, we also have Dad Oh Man-seok (Wonderful World), who actually has no powers, but is pretty supernatural in the way he handles housekeeping. The teaser ends with scenes of Da-hae freaked out by the family’s antics and running away, but while she might not love her living setup, Mom is determined to keep her with them: “I’m sure. This is the girl who’s going to save our powers.” Having seen the new teaser, I’m intrigued about this drama’s premise, but I am a little concerned on how it’s going to portray these “modern problems,” especially as it relates to the plus-sized Dong-hee and her powers. Some of the articles I’ve come across connect Dong-hee’s struggles to body dysmorphia and her inability to trust her powers; others outright describe her as someone who can’t fly because gained weight. It’s too early to tell what angle the actual show is going to take, but I’m really hoping her character arc is nuanced and not reduced to a diet-solves-all-your-problems transformation story. We can leave the bodyshaming at the front door where it belongs, in my opinion. Directed by Jo Hyun-taek (Snowdrop) with screenplay written by Joo Hwa-mi (Welcome), The Atypical Family will premiere on May 4 on JTBC. https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/04/meet-the-superpowered-atypical-family-in-new-teaser/