Welcome to Exciting News and Essential Updates 5-24-25. Stay updated with the latest casting news, music releases, and drama premieres and finales from May 17-23.
The Highlights for This Week
Korean Entertainment News: May 17-23
This week in Korean entertainment, we have exciting updates on actors confirmed for new drama roles, fresh music video releases, and highly anticipated drama premieres and finales. Stay tuned to catch all the buzz!
New Music Videos
Check out the latest music videos released this week:
- RIIZE – Fly Up
- i-dle – Good Thing
- BAEKHYUN – Elevator
- KIM JAE JOONG – ROCK STAR
- VVS – D.I.M.M.
Drama Premieres and Finales
Here are the highly anticipated drama premieres and a finales for this week:
- Nine Puzzles (Premiere)
- Crushology 101 (Finale)
- Resident Playbook (Finale)
New Casting Announcements
New K-Pop Music Videos Released This Week
New week, new music. There is a variety of great new music out this week, but whether you love powerful rock or melodic pop hits, we’ve got you covered. So take a look at the new music of the week and feel free to dance along.
This Week in K-Pop
Latest K-Pop Music Videos
RIIZE: Fly Up
RIIZE’s new single “Fly Up” is an exhilarating dance track that blends the energy of 1950s rock and roll with contemporary pop flair. The song features uplifting rhythms, catchy hooks, and a harmonious fusion of vocals. The music video features a fun school setting filled with spirited choreography that brings a sense of youthful exuberance and collective celebration to life.
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i-dle: Good Thing
i-dle’s new single “Good Thing” blends electro-pop and dance music. The track boasts catchy melodies and empowering lyrics that celebrate living life to the fullest and embracing new experiences. The music video, set against the romantic backdrop of Paris, shows the members enjoying the beauty and excitement of the city.
BAEKHYUN: Elevator
BAEKHYUN’s new single “Elevator” is an R&B track with grooviness and charm, giving a laid-back vibe while showcasing BAEKHYUN’s smooth vocals. The song playfully likens love to an elevator ride, with lyrics that build anticipation and flirtation. The music video shows the singer drawn to a mysterious lady, culminating in a whimsical journey of desire.
KIM JAE JOONG: ROCK STAR
KIM JAE JOONG’s new single “ROCK STAR” is a powerful reclamation of his rock roots, featuring an exhilarating blend of classic rock and modern production. The song features raw guitar-driven sound, dynamic instrumentation, and Jaejoong’s electrifying vocals. The music video shows scene of fire, water, and symbolic imagery, perfectly capturing the song’s themes of inner strength and transformation.
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VVS: D.I.M.M.
VVS’s latest single “D.I.M.M.” is a blend of hip-hop and R&B. With its thunderous beats, confident rap verses, and a hook that sticks, the track embodies an attitude of unapologetic ambition. The music video features energetic choreography set against a backdrop of vibrant neon aesthetics, transporting viewers into a futuristic realm.
Upcoming Drama Premieres and Finales
This Week in K-Dramas
Don’t miss out on these must-watch dramas that are sure to make waves in the K-drama world!
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Premiere
‘Nine Puzzles’
A determined profiler finds herself tangled in a web of haunting memories and unsolved murders. As each scene reveals new, mysterious clues, her own childhood trauma resurfaces. And her feelings become complicated as she works together with the detective who once accused her of a terrible crime.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2025
Finale
‘Crushology 101’
A university student grapples with the remnants of past romantic failures that have left her questioning the existence of true love. As she decides to move on and give dating a second chance, she will find herself surrounded by charming suitors, all hoping to win her heart and restore her faith in love.
Finale Date: May 17, 2025
Finale
‘Resident Playbook’
A group of young doctors work their way through their first year of residency in obstetrics and gynecology. As they confront the challenges of a demanding profession and the realities of a declining birth rate, they form deep friendships and fight to have lives outside the chaos of work hours.
Finale Date: May 18, 2025
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