Welcome to the Weekly Update – January 7 – 13. 2023 has gotten off to a slow start on the music front, but there are a couple duets and some veteran group comebacks. There is a new drama starting up and lots of upcoming casting announcements. I hope you had a great week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Casting News
Ra Mi Ran, Lee Do Hyun, and Ahn Eun Jin
Ra Mi Ran, Lee Do Hyun, and Ahn Eun Jin will star in the upcoming comedy drama “Bad Mom”. A prosecutor who has vowed to never struggle in life like his single mother, suddenly gets amnesia and goes back to his childhood days. As his mother cares for him, their relationship will receive some much needed healing and restoration. “Bad Mom” will air in the first half of this year.
Yoon Chan Young, Minah, and Kim Min Seok
Yoon Chan Young, Girl’s Day’s Minah, and Kim Min Seok will appear together in the upcoming fantasy drama “Delivery Man”. A young man who runs a taxi service for ghosts meets a recently dead woman who is suffering from memory loss. Together they will try to grant the final wishes of the ghosts who get into their cab. “Delivery Man” will premiere on March 1st.
Taecyeon and Won Ji An
2PM’s Taecyeon and Won Ji An will star opposite each other in the fantasy romance drama “My Heart is Beating”. A half human half vampire man desperately wants to become an ordinary human. In his quest for human warmth, he moves into a guest house owned by a school nurse who is known for her coldheartedness. “My Heart is Beating” will air some time in the second half of 2023.
Namgoong Min and Ahn Eun Jin
Namgoong Min and Ahn Eun Jin will star together in the upcoming historical drama “Lovers”. A young man who has vowed to never marry may have met his match in a young woman who still believes in love, even after 2 failed marriages. “Lovers” is scheduled to air in the second half of 2023.
Choi Hyun Wook
Choi Hyun Wook will be appearing in the upcoming second season of the hit military drama “D.P”. The actor will be joining the all-star cast led by Jung Hae In and Koo Kyo Hwan, as they search for military deserters. “D.P” will air some time this year.
Music News
MONSTA X
Beautiful Liar
MONSTA X loves the lie in their new single “Beautiful Liar”. The group describes this as a power funk rock track. It has all the grit and energy of a big anthemic rock sound with the quirkiness of some punk rock around the edges. The song is big and bold in its energy. The MV shows the band dancing amid a borage of toxic and dangerous things.
SF9
Puzzle
SF9 is in trouble in their new single “Puzzle”. This slinky electro-pop track focuses on smooth vocals and pulsing EDM beats that build throughout the song. With two members currently serving in the military, one of them being their lead vocalist, the remaining members have all stepped in to carry the melodic load. The MV shows the group as secret agents solving an important puzzle.
PRIMROSE
PRIMROSE
New girl duo PRIMROSE bloom in their self-titled debut track “PRIMROSE”. This rhythmic EDM track has great swag and a groovy beat full of texture and strong vocals. From big powerhouse notes, skittering percussion, and pulsing bass guitar, this rookie group brings a creative new sound to the scene. The performance based MV shows the singers in a luxurious room with an elaborate chandelier.
TAEYANG (ft. Jimin)
VIBE
After 6 years, BIGBANG’s TAEYANG is back with a solo album. And for his new single, he enlisted the help of fellow pop idol, BTS’ Jimin. The upbeat pop track incorporates some fun new jack swing influences to liven up the mood. Both musicians are known not only for their amazing vocal work, but also their charisma and dance ability. All of this is highlighted in the MV, which shows them performing on a large, well-lighted stage.
Drama News
Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist Season 2
On January 11th, the second season of the popular historical medical drama “Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist” premiered. A former royal physician moves to a small town outside of the capital and learns to treat patients wholistically, healing both mind and body.
Alchemy of Souls Seasons 2: Light and Shadow
The second season of Netflix hit fantasy drama “Alchemy of Souls” finished on January 8th. A group of young mage fight against the evil power of the soul shifters, using their magic skills for good. This should be the end of this fascinating series, as there has been no talk of a third season.
Unlock My Boss
The fantasy comedy drama “Unlock My Boss” aired its finale on January 12th. A talented tech CEO is murdered by a jealous competitor and locked inside of his smart phone. When a young man seeking employment finds the phone, the CEO enlists his help in finding the person responsible for his death.