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11 New K-Dramas To Watch In May 2024

 

 

May sees another wide variety of K-dramas to excite fans of all genres!

 

These are some new K-dramas premiering in May to check out:

 

 

“The Atypical Family”

 

 

Korean Title: “히어로는 아닙니다만”

Cast: Jang Ki Yong, Chun Woo Hee, Go Doo Shim, Claudia Kim, Park So Yi, Oh Man Seok

Premiere Date: May 4

Broadcast Details: Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30 p.m. KST on JTBC

“The Atypical Family” tells the story of Bok Gwi Joo (Jang Ki Yong) and his supernatural family who lost their powers after suffering from very realistic issues along with Do Da Hae (Chun Woo Hee), a mysterious woman who appears in front of Bok Gwi Joo’s family.

 

 

 

credit : soompi news

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*** I anticipate every weekend as Jang Ki Yong headlines "The Atypical Family."  He's the next to excite the viewers every weekend with this upcoming drama. During the media interview, Jang Ki Yong confessed that he was attracted by the unique plot of the series. According to him: "The content is as dynamic and interesting as its title. It shows a time slip of different resolutions and a salvation narrative. In particular, if you slowly follow the emotions of restorationism, you will become immersed in the story. While feeling the emotions together. I hope you enjoy the story." This will start tomorrow May 4 on JTBC and Netflix at 10:30 p.m. (KST). Regular episodes will be available from Saturday to Sunday.  

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Jang Ki-yong returns to TV as realistic hero in 'The Atypical Family'

 

 

 

By Lee Gyu-lee

 

Actor Jang Ki-yong is returning to the small screen after a two-year hiatus to serve his mandatory military service, playing the lead in the new JTBC series, “The Atypical Family.”

 

The romance fantasy series, set to premiere on Saturday, follows a family of heroes who lost their supernatural powers due to their own distinct reasons. The family’s son and a single father, Bok Gwi-joo (Jang), has the ability to travel back in time, but after an incident, he suffers from depression and loses his power.

 

One day, a mysterious woman, Do Da-hae (Chun Woo-hee) comes into Bok and his family’s life, bringing changes to their powerless days.

 

“I felt a strong attraction when I read the script. The distinctive characteristics of each hero family member was interesting, and I felt a thrilling excitement that with this character of Bok Gwi-joo, I could pull off an unexpected type of acting,” Jang said during the press conference for the series, held at Stanford Hotel in Mapo District, Seoul, Thursday.

 

 

The actor shared his excitement for his comeback, adding that he took a different approach with this series than his previous works.

 

“My 20s have always been hectic. And for the first time, I’ve had a hiatus and I realized such time is needed. I didn’t have much peace of mind before. But with this series, I felt peacefulness for the first time when preparing for it,” he said.

 

“Because it’s my first work in almost three years, I’ve prepared a lot and wanted to do well. Personally, I’ve had a proud and fulfilling past eight months (while filming).”

 

Director Jo Hyun-tak, known for leading the smash-hit series “Sky Castle” (2018), helmed the new series.

 

The director noted that the series combines several genres with the irony of relatable stories from the fictional setting.

 

“The story begins as a family who completely lost their superpowers struggle to regain them. This process is both comical, poignant and desperate. It will encompass various genres,” he said.

 

“The series belongs to the realistic hero genre, where elements of reality and fantasy intersect continuously. I aimed to portray the fantasy storyline with a realistic touch and present the realistic aspects in a fictionalized manner.”

 

 

And such irony was what drew actor Chun to join the series. “I’ve been longing to do a story about family. In the script, there was this fantasy setting to an everyday story of a family. I liked this paradox,” she said.

 

“(The series) has a lot to show, while it’s a very practical story about people living in today’s society. (The viewers) will be able to relate and get comfort from the series.”

 

Chun also added the series offers a unique chemistry between the two lead actors.

 

“When Jang was cast for his role, a lot of people were surprised (to see us playing counterparts). It’s an unexpected combination,” she said.

 

“This was Jang’s first work in three years and I haven’t done much melodrama genre so we said ‘let’s rely on each other,’ and the chemistry went well.”

 

 

 

credit : Korea Times

https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2024/05/688_373996.html

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Here are the ratings for Episode 1! .

 

"Chief Detective 1958" Earns Its Highest Saturday Ratings Yet + "The Atypical Family" Premieres

A star-studded new drama has joined the battle for weekend viewership ratings!

 

On May 4, JTBC’s “The Atypical Family”—a new fantasy romance starring Jang Ki Yong, Chun Woo Hee, and Claudia Kim—aired its first episode. According to Nielsen Korea, the drama premiered to an average nationwide rating of 3.3 percent.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1659152wpp/chief-detective-1958-earns-its-highest-saturday-ratings-yet-the-atypical-family-premieres

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*** During the presscon, reflecting on his return to acting, Jang Ki Yong shared his enthusiasm for his first role post-service. “There was a strong pull toward this character. That’s why I chose Bok Gi Joo. There was a unique charm about the hero family, and the script was fun. I felt excited that I’ll be able to give performances even I can’t predict. Playing a father wasn’t easy, but I focused more on being Bok Gi Joo rather than just a father, which required a lot of thought and preparation. I read the script a lot, talked extensively with the director, and we had many rehearsals. It was challenging but fulfilling." Moreover, Jang Ki Yong expressed excitement about working with Chun Woo Hee, noting, “She was an actor I’d hoped to work with someday. Our on-screen romance has its sweet and sad moments but carries a poignant depth. We relied on each other a lot during filming, and the synergy was good; we had fun shooting.” The drama premiered on May 4th at 10:30 PM KST.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://www.mk.co.kr/news/broadcasting-service/11005706

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*** This was EP2, which just aired today May 5 at 10:30 p.m. KST.  

 

 

 

JTBC’s “The Atypical Family”  stills from TODAY's episode!

 

 

 

photos source : https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/144/0000959950

 

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Here are the ratings for Episode 2! .

 

"Missing Crown Prince" Soars To Its Highest Ratings Yet

Meanwhile, JTBC’s new drama “The Atypical Family” saw a slight dip in viewership for its second episode, which earned a nationwide average of 3.0 percent.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1659280wpp/missing-crown-prince-soars-to-its-highest-ratings-yet

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39 minutes ago, backstreetboysfan said:

Here are the ratings for Episode 2! .

"Missing Crown Prince" Soars To Its Highest Ratings Yet

Meanwhile, JTBC’s new drama “The Atypical Family” saw a slight dip in viewership for its second episode, which earned a nationwide average of 3.0 percent.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1659280wpp/missing-crown-prince-soars-to-its-highest-ratings-yet

 

@backstreetboysfan  thanks for sharing this. I hope the drama's rating will increase as the story progresses. It does not waste a lot of time in bubbling the mystery though there are still a few plot lines left to be uncovered. It would be interesting to see whether the story will focus more on romance, fantasy or mental health. It's interesting.  

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2 hours ago, willenette said:

 

@backstreetboysfan  thanks for sharing this. I hope the drama's rating will increase as the story progresses. It does not waste a lot of time in bubbling the mystery though there are still a few plot lines left to be uncovered. It would be interesting to see whether the story will focus more on romance, fantasy or mental health. It's interesting.   

Your welcome @willenette, I hope so as well.

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*** The Atypical Family has a respectable start. 

 

 

Drama viewership ratings for the week of April 29-May 5, 2024

LINK here : dramabeans

https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/05/drama-viewership-ratings-for-the-week-of-april-29-may-5-2024/#google_vignette

 

 

 

Saturday, May 4
The Atypical Family	1	JTBC	3.3%
Beauty and Mr. Romantic	13	KBS	13.0%
Chief Detective 1958	6	MBC	9.0%
Missing Crown Prince	7	MBN	2.3%
7 Escape – Resurrection	12	SBS	3.0%
Sunday, May 5
The Atypical Family	2	JTBC	3.0%
Beauty and Mr. Romantic	14	KBS	15.6%
Missing Crown Prince	8	MBN	3.6%

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*** Jang Ki Yong gives life to Bok Gui Ju’s painful past, including the loss of his wife, which he portrays with lifeless eyes, an indifferent tone, and slumped movements in ‘The Atypical Family’.  He's showcasing a never-seen-before dark aura. He interacts tensely with his mother, coldly with his father, while deliberately saying hurtful things to his sister. However, Bok Gui Ju shows a softer side in front of his daughter, displaying hesitation even to knock on her room door. Jang Ki Yong’s portrayal shifts dramatically when recalling his past. His character smiles brightly during the happy times with his wife and when holding his newborn daughter.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://sports.chosun.com/entertainment/2024-05-06/202405060100036100005110?t=n1

 

 

 

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New IG updates!  

 

5-5-2024

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/C6lHOXcSJI2/?hl=en&img_index=1

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/C6nLzPISgtf/?hl=en&img_index=1

 

5-8-2024

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/C6tEBGaSKc2/?hl=en&img_index=1

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*** Jang Ki Yong and Chun Woo Hee are in Elle Korea. Jang Ki Yong is just super photogenic. He looks really good in his current drama.   

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Jang Ki Yong Makes An Unexpected Confession To Chun Woo Hee In "The Atypical Family"

 

Get ready to feel the butterflies during the next episode of JTBC’s “The Atypical Family”!

 

“The Atypical Family” is a new fantasy romance drama about a family that once had supernatural powers, but lost them after suffering from realistic modern-day problems. Jang Ki Yong stars as Bok Gwi Joo, who once had the ability to time-travel but lost his power after becoming depressed due to a devastating accident.

Spoilers

On the previous episode of “The Atypical Family,” Bok Gwi Joo miraculously regained his ability to travel back in time. Not only that, but while he had previously been unable to change the future—making it impossible for him to save anyone, no matter how much he wanted to—Bok Gwi Joo was inexplicably able to touch Do Da Hae and change her fate.

 

In newly released stills from the drama’s upcoming third episode, the dynamic between Bok Gwi Joo and Do Da Hae begins to take a romantic turn. After learning that Do Da Hae is the only person he can touch during a time-slip, Bok Gwi Joo becomes confused, and he winds up seeking her out at her place of work to make a desperate “confession.”

 

However, his courage only lasts a moment before he turns away and reverts to defeat and despair, with a dumbfounded Do Da Hae looking on as he falls apart.

 

Meanwhile, Bok Gwi Joo’s mother Bok Man Heum (Go Doo Shim) watches the entire scene unfold with an unreadable expression.

 

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In another set of photos, Bok Gwi Joo and Do Da Hae gaze into each other’s eyes in a markedly more romantic setting. Do Da Hae wears a sunny smile as she looks up at Bok Gwi Joo, who seems to have lost the dark aura that followed him around like a stormy cloud.

The seriousness of Bok Gwi Joo’s expression as he speaks to Do Da Hae piques curiosity as to what he might have to say to her—and what changes their relationship will undergo.

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The drama’s production team teased, “Bok Gwi Joo, whose feelings become complicated due to Do Da Hae, will shock everyone with his unintentional confession. The change in the relationship between Bok Gwi Joo and Do Da Hae, which will make viewers’ hearts flutter, will also be fun to watch.”

 

To find out what happens between Bok Gwi Joo and Do Da Hae, catch the next episode of “The Atypical Family” on May 11 at 10:30 p.m. KST!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1660585wpp/jang-ki-yong-makes-an-unexpected-confession-to-chun-woo-hee-in-the-atypical-family

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Jang Ki Yong Is None Too Pleased About Having To Live With Chun Woo Hee In "The Atypical Family"

 

Jang Ki Yong and Chun Woo Hee are about to start living together on JTBC’s “The Atypical Family”!

 

“The Atypical Family” is a new fantasy romance drama about a family that once had supernatural powers, but lost them after suffering from realistic modern-day problems. Jang Ki Yong stars as Bok Gwi Joo, who once had the ability to time-travel but lost his power after becoming depressed due to a devastating accident.

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In newly released stills from the drama’s upcoming third episode, Do Da Hae (Chun Woo Hee) surprises Bok Gwi Joo by unexpectedly showing up at his family home with a trunk. When Do Dae Hae cheerfully reveals that she’s moving in, Bok Gwi Joo reacts coldly, suggesting that the new development may not go over so well with everyone in the Bok family.

 

 

Meanwhile, another set of photos offers a glimpse of Bok Gwi Joo’s past as a firefighter. In stark contrast to his present, when he exudes a dark, gloomy aura, Bok Gwi Joo looks fresh and clean-cut.

 

However, his devastated expression as he stands in uniform amidst a busy crowd hints at the tragedy in his past that has kept him trapped in place and unable to move forward with his life.

 

 

The production team of “The Atypical Family” teased, “Do Da Hae will begin living together with the Bok family in a precarious situation. It will be fun to see what Do Da Hae’s goal is, along with the transformation she causes in Bok Gwi Joo.”

They added, “Bok Gwi Joo’s past that has destroyed his present will also be revealed. Please tune in to find out what kind of stories are hidden in the past that he can’t let go of.”

 

The next episode of “The Atypical Family” will air on May 11 at 10:30 p.m. KST.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1660624wpp/jang-ki-yong-is-none-too-pleased-about-having-to-live-with-chun-woo-hee-in-the-atypical-family

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JTBC’s “The Atypical Family”  stills from episode 2!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/144/0000959950

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*** After  the Baeksang event, many took to their Instagram accounts to share photos taken together with other stars at the event. She posted this photo on her IG. 

 

 

Jang Ki Yong, Chun Woo Hee

 

 

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/C6qys22RqAl/?img_index=2

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Here are the ratings for Episode 3! .

 

"The Midnight Romance In Hagwon" Premieres To No. 1 Ratings

Meanwhile, JTBC’s new drama “The Atypical Family” saw a slight rise in viewership for its third episode, which earned a nationwide average of 3.2 percent.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1660743wpp/the-midnight-romance-in-hagwon-premieres-to-no-1-ratings

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Chun Woo Hee Plays A Hidden Card To Manipulate Jang Ki Yong Into Marrying Her In "The Atypical Family"

Will Chun Woo Hee be able to trick Jang Ki Yong into marrying her on JTBC’s “The Atypical Family”?

 

“The Atypical Family” is a new fantasy romance drama about a family that once had supernatural powers, but lost them after suffering from realistic modern-day problems. Jang Ki Yong stars as Bok Gwi Joo, who once had the ability to time-travel but lost his power after becoming depressed due to a devastating accident.

Spoilers

On the previous episode of “The Atypical Family,” Bok Gwi Joo was confused by the discovery that he could only travel back in time to moments with Do Da Hae. Although he initially didn’t believe Do Da Hae when she said he gave her a bouquet of flowers and hugged her, when Bok Gwi Joo went back in time, he wound up doing exactly what she’d described.

 

In newly released stills from the drama’s upcoming fourth episode, Do Da Hae picks up the pace of her scheme to marry Bok Gwi Joo. In an attempt to speed up her plot, Do Da Hae decides to play a hidden card. One photo shows her concentrating on something on her computer screen with a serious expression, piquing curiosity as to what kind of ace she has hidden up her sleeve.

 

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In the next set of photos, Bok Gwi Joo looks startled when Do Da Hae unexpectedly seeks him out without warning. Deciding to take advantage of the fact that he can’t remember things that have happened to her, Do Da Hae presents Bok Gwi Joo with a document that he reads with a grave expression.

 

Afterwards, Do Da Hae gazes into Bok Gwi Joo’s eyes with determination, raising the question of whether her plan will succeed—and how Bok Gwi Joo will react to the card she has just played.

 

 

“In Episode 4, which airs today, Do Da Hae will prepare a new scheme in order to speed up her marriage to Bok Gwi Joo,” said the drama’s production team. “Bok Gwi Joo, who has started to keep an eye on Do Da Hae, will also notice that Do Da Hae is suspicious. Please look forward to the precarious changes in Bok Gwi Joo and Do Da Hae.”

 

To find out what Do Da Hae has planned, catch the next episode of “The Atypical Family” on May 12 at 10:30 p.m. KST!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1660780wpp/chun-woo-hee-plays-a-hidden-card-to-manipulate-jang-ki-yong-into-marrying-her-in-the-atypical-family

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New Stills for the Drama "The Atypical Family"

 

 

 

 

 

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source : Hancinema