Welcome to the Weekly Update – April 8 – 14. Lots of dramas finished up this week. And the ladies took the lead on the music front, giving us some fun, high energy hits to celebrate the slow return of spring. I hope you had a great week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Casting News
Park Ji Hu, Jo Joon Young, and Park Yoo Na
Park Ji Hu, Jo Joon Young, and Park Yoo Na will be joining Golden Child’s Bomin for the upcoming romantic comedy “Spirit Fingers”. Based on a webtoon by the same name, the drama follows a shy high school student who decides to get out of her comfort zone and join the school art club. Little does she know, this will be a time of self discovery and awakening. “Spirit Fingers” will air some time later this year.
Celebrity News
Jung Chae Yull
On April 11th, model and actress Jung Chae Yull passed away at the age of 26. The “Zombie Detective” star was in the middle of filming the upcoming web-drama “Wedding Impossible”. Filming for the drama is on temporary hiatus as the cast and crew mourn thier coworker. We extend our condolences to her family and friends.
Music News
JUST B
Camellia
JUST B is looking for some warmth in their pre-release single “Camellia”. This beautiful pop ballad is subdued and melodic. Simple piano and acoustic guitar are blended with vocal harmonies and calming rap to offer a piece of comfort in this cold and disconnected world. The MV shows the members wandering the streets of the city at night as they sing about their loneliness and need for human interaction.
DreamNote
Lemonade
DreamNote is chasing the sunshine in their new title track “Lemonade”. The cheery pop track has bits of retro disco flair as the deep club beat forms the background for the energetic vocals. The MV has the members taking over a grocery store after closing, as they dance and sing their way to the bright, sunny weather ahead.
LEE CHAE YEON
KNOCK
Lee Chae Yeon refuses to be ignored in her new title song “KNOCK”. The steady dance track uses a consistant drum beat to imitate a knocking sound as it gives the song a rhythmic, thumping beat. The MV show the singer as a student, both at home and at school, as she dances through the smooth choreography.
KARD
Without You
KARD needs their high tide in their new digital single “Without You”. This Latin inflluence EDM track has a buoyant, funky beat that bounces along with a captivating rhythm. The group’s strong vocals give the tune a playful feel that is mesmerizing. The MV shows the members in a lush garden full of blooms and color.
Kep1er
Giddy
Kep1er is dizzy with love in their new title track “Giddy”. This pop disco track is full of funky beats and bright energy. The sleek bass sounds blends well with the groups slick vocals, as they sing about the butterflies and flutters of love. The MV has the group finding their way through a giant pastel maze as they try to solve the puzzle of love.
Drama News
Queenmaker
The Netflix political drama “Queenmaker” aired all 11 episodes on April 14th. A talented fixer for a successful business conglomerate takes on the world of politics by backing a civl rights attorney in her quest to become the mayor of Seoul. And along the way, she hopes to take revenge on the powerful conglomerate who will run against her.
True to Love
Amazon Prime’s romantic comedy “True to Love” premiered on April 12th. A romance writer and well-known relationship coach meets a publisher who would rather leave matters of the heart to his writers. But as the 2 establish a working relationship, they are surprised to find they make a pretty good team.
Our Blooming Youth
The historical romance “Our Blooming Youth” finished airing on April 11th. A young woman unfairly accused of murder finds an unlikely ally in a Crown Prince who is running from a curse. But when their feelings for each other begin to deepen, they will face countless challenges.
Game of Witches
The 119 episode weekly drama “Game of Witches” ended on April 14th. A successful business woman finds out that the daughter she has mourned for years is actually still alive. Now she will use her business knowledge to get revenge on those responsible.
Call it Love
The Hulu romantic drama “Call it Love” aired its finale on April 12th. After the death of her father, a young woman faces financial ruin at the hands of her stepmother. Vowing revenge, she decides to target the woman’s son. But her own feelings may prove the biggest obstacle in her plan.
Divorce Attorney Shin
The Netflix legal drama “Divorce Attorney Shin” ended on April 9th. A quirky yet charismatic young lawyer finds way to bring peace into the most chaotic of circumstances. And thanks to his close friends, he manages to put work aside and enjoy his free time after hours.