Welcome to the Weekly Update – September 17 – 25. This week had another big group of casting announcements and a couple new dramas starting up. Be sure to check out some of the great new music videos from the week too. I hope you had a great week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Military News
Kang Tae Oh
Since his amazingly popular performance in the recent Netflix drama “Extraordinary Attorney Woo”, fans have been preparing themselves for his upcoming military enlistment. On September 20, that day arrived. The actor took to Instagram to show off his new haircut and bid fans a fond farewell for now. He will be serving as an active duty soldier for the next 18 months. We wish him a safe and speedy return.
Casting News
Lee Joon, Hwang Jung Eum, Yoon Jong Hoon, Lee Yoo Bi, Shin Eun Kyung, Jo Yoon Hee, Jo Jae Yoon, and Lee Deok Hwa
Lee Joon, Hwang Jung Eum, Yoon Jong Hoon, Lee Yoo Bi, Shin Eun Kyung, Jo Yoon Hee, Jo Jae Yoon, and Lee Deok Hwa will be joining Uhm Ki Joon in the upcoming drama thriller “The Escape of the Seven” . The story follows 7 prisoners who are incarcerated for their part in the case of a missing girl. As the 7 plot their escape, we slowly see the stories behind their involvement in the crime unfold. “The Escape of the Seven” will air some time next year.
Subin, Yuju, Dawon, and Luda
VICTON’s Subin, Cherry Bullet’s Yuju, SF9’s Dawon, And WJSN’s Luda will be starring in the upcoming musical webdrama “My X-Like 20”. A woman is cursed with the unlucky fate of remaining 20 years old forever. A fancy resort may hold the key to changing her destiny if she can find the right clues. “My X-Like 20” is scheduled to premiere in December.
Kim Tae Ri, Oh Jung Se, and Hong Kyung
Kim Tae Ri, Oh Jung Se, and Hong Kyung will star in the upcoming mystery thriller “Demon“. A woman possessed by an evil spirit begins to research a series of mysterious deaths, revolving around 5 divine items. She will get help from a quirky professor who can see and hear spirits. “Demon” is hoping to premiere some time next year.
Jung Woo Sung and Shin Hyun Been
Jung Woo Sung and Shin Hyun Been will star opposite each other in the upcoming romantic drama “Tell Me That You Love Me”. Based on a Japanese drama of the same name, is about an easy-going man, who is hearing-impaired, who meets a beautiful and confident woman. Together they will gain a fresh perspective on love and life. “Tell Me That You Love Me” does not yet have a projected premiere date.
Nana, Kim Jae Won, Hyunsuk, Keum Dong Hyun, and Ha Sun Ho
woo!ah!’s Nana, Kim Jae Won, CIX’s Hyunsuk, EPEX’s Keum Dong Hyun, and Ha Sun Ho will be appearing in the upcoming fantasy romance drama “The World You’ve Fallen Into”. A top idol whose career is struggling due to an overwhelming amount of hate mail, falls into a romance webnovel, where she meets the handsome, young hero. “The World You’ve Fallen Into” will begin airing on October 20th.
Park Gyu Young
Park Gyu Young will be starring with Cha Eun Woo in the upcoming fantasy romance drama “A Good Day to be a Dog”. Based on a webtoon of the same name, this drama is about a woman who suffers from a curse that any man she kisses turns into a dog. Cha Eun Woo will play the one man with the power to break her curse. But his overwhelming fear of dogs may complicate things. “A Good Day to be a Dog” will air some time next year.
Music News
RoaD B
ICARUS
RoaD B is flying high in their new single “Icarus”. The upbeat pop track is full of bright energy and big vocal choruses. The song feels cheerful and exuberant all the way through with some nice twists and turns along the way. The MV shows the group doing some very hoppy choreography that feels youthful and free.
Crush (ft. j-hope)
Rush Hour
After being away for his military service, Crush is back and he wants everyone out of his way. For his first track since returning, he is collabating with BTS’ j-hope for a funky hip-hop hit. The combo is golden as the two channel their very best old-style motown for some amazingly colorful vocals and on-point choreography.
MAKAMAKA
I AM
MAKAMAKA is pulling out the shiny bling for their new single “I AM”. The bubbly pop song is full of positive energy and and bright, brassy exuberance. The MV shows the band dancing around an empty theater as they show off their fun choreography.
Lapillus
GRATATA
Just 3 months after their debut, rookie band Lapillas is hoping to set you on fire with their new song “GRATATA”. The title track for their new EP is a dance track with heavy bass and traditional sounding instrumentation. The MV features confident, sassy choreography and energetic vocals.
JUN
LIMBO
Seventeen’s JUN welcomes you to his lost world in his new single “LIMBO”. This dreamy electro-pop track is moody and seductive with some gritty rock guitar and intense synths. The MV is driven by JUN’s obvious charm and charisma as a first-class performer.
Drama News
Today’s Webtoon
The office romantic comedy “Today’s Webtoon” ended on September 17th. A former judo athlete leaves behind the world of sports to try her hand in the webtoon industry. Now she will have to adjust to the life of an office worker and try to find ways to connect with her colleagues.
It’s Beautiful Now
The 50 episode family drama “It’s Beautiful Now” aired its finale on September 18th. When three brothers decide they aren’t interested in marriage or dating, their family is forced to step in and offer an incentive. With the promise of their own apartment on the line for the first one to marry, each brother is determined to win.
Love in Contract
The romantic comedy “Love in Contract” premiered on September 21st. Choi Sang Eun makes her living as a stand-in wife-for-hire. For a fee, she will accompany her clients to married couple events such as parties and reunions. But when two clients ask her for long-term contracts, she finds herself becoming emotionally attached to both of them at the same time.
One Dollar Lawyer
The legal drama “One Dollar Lawyer” started airing on September 23rd. A remarkably successful lawyer fights against greed and privilege by offering his services to those in need for 1000 Won. But when a fellow lawyer and Prosecutor’s Assistance finds herself up against him, her life is turned upside down.