Welcome to the Weekly Update – September 23 – 29. Happy Chuseok week, my friends. Because of the holiday, things are a bit quiet this week. But surprisingly we did have a bit of music and a couple new dramas. And we got to welcome home P.O from his military service. I hope you had a great week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Military News
P.O
Block B’s P.O was discharged from the military on September 27th. The musician and actor enlisted in the Marine Corps in March 2022. He took to instagram to announce his safe return. Recent pictures of he with his bandmates hint that the group is ready and eager to perform together again soon. Welcome home, P.O! We are happy to have you back.
Casting News
Kang You Seok
Kang You Seok will be joining Go Yoon Jung And Shin Si Ah in the upcoming sequel to the popular medical drama “Hospital Playlist”. The new series, entitled “A Life of a Resident That Will Be Wise Someday” will follow the lives and friendships of a group of doctors and residents working at a busy university hospital. “A Life of a Resident That Will Be Wise Someday” is scheduled to air some time in the first half of 2024.
Music News
Billie
BYOB
Billie is having some girl-only time in their new single “BYOB (Bring Your Own Best Friend)”. This retro disco pop track is breezy and sweet, as the group celebrates the importance of friendship. The trilling synths and atmospheric guitar are the perfect compliment to the ethereal melodies. The MV shows the group spending the day together as they shop and play around town.
KWANGMIN (ft. Yook Sungjae)
MAYDAY!
BF’s KWANGMIN collabrotes with BTOB’s Yook Sungjae on his new single “MAYDAY!”. This playful dance pop track has a funky R&B style sound with clear, high vocals and fun melodic slides. The psychedlic MV shows the singer losing his mind as he sees everyone around him wearing fuzzy rabbit masks.
ONEUS
Baila Conmigo
ONEUS wants to dance every day in their new single “Baila Conmigo”. This Latin inspired pop track is slow and sensual. Simple guitar and percussion lay the foundation for the verses while the chorus brings in some woeful brass. The MV focuses on smooth, sexy choreography.
Kep1er
Galileo
Kep1er make a great discovery in their new single “Galileo”. The disco funk pop song is groovy and upbeat. The bouncy rhythm is held together by a consistent percussion beat and bright blasts of brass. The MV shows the group transported into a work of art as they explore a magical gallery.
IVE
Either Way
IVE isn’t trying to sound full of themselves in their first pre-release song “Either Way” off their upcoming album. This subdued pop synth ballad is dreamy and reflective. The subtle instrumentation shines more of a spotlight on the vocals than many of their other songs have. The glittery MV shows the group as they each deal with the pressures of society.
Jung Kook (ft. Jack Harlow)
3D
BTS’ Jung Kook is back and phoning from another time zone in his new single “3D”. The new pop track gets help from a new fellow artist; in this case American rapper Jack Harlow. This pop track is smooth and groovy, as the vocals glide over shaky percussion and hard guitar counts. The MV shows the singer dancing through urban streets with a relaxed speed and style.
Drama News
Twinkling Watermelon
The fantasy romance drama “Twinling Watermelon” premiered on September 25th. A musically gifted high school student steps into a magic music store that transports him back to the year 1995, where he meets his future father as a high schooler.
The Worst of Evil
The crime thriller “The Worst of Evil” premiered on Hulu on September 27th. Set in the 1990’s, this drama follows a rural police officer as he works to take down a powerful drug organization, while at the same time trying to keep those closest to him safe.
Han River Police
The mystery comedy drama “Han River Police” aired its finale on Hulu on September 27th. A team of police officers patrol all of the crimes that happen on or around the Han River. Their daily cases range from simple every day accidents to life threatening emergencies.