Welcome to the Weekly Update – June 4 – 10. Two interesting, but very different, dramas kicked off this week. The summer hits keep coming with music videos from some well-known groups like BTS and Stray Kids. And casting announcements are still rolling in for dramas that will air before the end of the year. I hope you had a great week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Casting News
Lee Bo Young
Lee Bo Young will star in the upcoming office drama “Agency”. The story follows a woman who overcame numerous hardships to work her way up the corporate ladder at a competitive advertising agency. “Agency” will air some time in the first half of next year.
Nam Bora
Nam Bora will be joining Kim Sejeong and others in the upcoming office comedy “Today’s Webtoon“. The actress will play an outspoken deputy editor on the webtoon staff where On Ma Eum, the former judo athlete, begins working. “Today’s Webtoon” will begin airing on July 29th,
Lee Seo Jin, Kwak Sun Young, Seo Hyun Woo, And Joo Hyun Young
Lee Seo Jin, Kwak Sun Young, Seo Hyun Woo, and Joo Hyun Young will appear in the upcoming comedy drama “Call My Agent“. The remake of a popular French series explores the relationship between top stars and their agents. “Call My Agent” will air sometime later this year.
Yoo Ji Tae, Lee Min Jung, Kwak Do Won, and Lee Bum Soo
Yoo Ji Tae, Lee Min Jung, Kwak Do Won, and Lee Bum Soo will be appearing together in the upcoming crime drama “Villains“. A heated competition takes place between a mastermind counterfeiter and those who are determined to make him pay for his crimes. “Villains” will air some time next year.
Music News
BTS
Yet to Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)
BTS promises fans a bright future in their new single “Yet to Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)”. This rock ballad is full of nostalgic emotion and smooth vocals. It marks a new beginning for the group that has skyrocketed to global success. The MV shows the band wandering through a desert as they reflect on what has brought them to this point and what they hope to achieve going forward.
Stray Kids
Circus
Stray Kids are taking over the big top in their new Japanese single “Circus”. The hip-hop pop track is powerful and lively, to fit the strong theme. The song is theatrical and full of the unique character that makes Stray Kids such a great talent. The MV shows the band singing in the middle of a circus performance, complete with acrobats and clowns.
woo!ah!
Danger
woo!ah! is melting with sweetness in their new single “Danger”. This pop track has upbeat percussion and some unique instrumentation. It feels bouncy and summery as it bops along. The MV shows the band dancing through a land of sweets as they sing about their loved one being so sweet that it puts them in danger.
Trendz
Who
Rookie group Trendz is pumping up the intensity in their new single “Who”. The aggressive hip-hop track boasts heavy bass and percussion that give the song an energetic edge. The MV focuses on crisp choreography and intense colors.
Son Dong Woon
Weather
Highlight’s Son Dong Woon is getting some fresh air in his new single “Weather”. The R&B soft rock track is full of sunshine and bright sounds. The vocals are smooth and melodic as they give off a cool chill vibe. The breezy MV is full of colorful retro shades and beautiful summer scenes.
Drama News
Insider
The legal thriller “Insider” premiered on June 8th. A judicial trainee goes undercover in prison, where his success may become a matter of life and death. Kang Ha Neul and Lee Yoo Young will star in this exciting action series.
Yumi’s Cells 2
Season 2 of the popular romantic comedy “Yumi’s Cells” began airing on June 10th. A young office worker gets in touch with her feelings when her cells come to life as characters. This season will star Kim Go Eun and Park Jin Young.