Welcome to the Weekly Update – November 4 – 10. There are lots of new casting announcements this week and one new drama starting on Hulu. I am spending the weekend attending concerts by one of my new favorites, The Rose. Although their link wouldn’t post for this page, I recommend you head right to youtube and watch their newest MV, Wonder. Just click this link. I hope you had a great week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen.
Casting News
Kim Dong Wook
Kim Dong Wook will join Park Se Wan in the upcoming comedy crime drama “Not Very Strong But Charming Violent Crimes Unit” . The drama follows a struggling police department as it rises in success due to the leadership of a skillful new team leader. “Not Very Strong But Charming Violent Crimes Unit” is hoping to premiere some time in the first half of 2024.
Gong Myung and Kim Min Ha
Gong Myung and Kim Min Ha will star together in the upcoming fantasy romance drama “A Week Before I Die”. The drama tells the story of a young man who has lost the will to live until he meets his childhood friend and first love in the form of the Grim Reaper. “A Week Before I Die” will premiere some time in 2025.
Kim Min Kyu
Kim Min Kyu will star in the upcoming mystery drama “Maestra: Strings of Truth”. Based on a French work of the same name, the story follows an ochestra conductor who gets swept up in numerous mysteries surrounding members of her group, as she tries to get to the bottom of some strange occurences.
Shin Min Ah, Park Hae Soo, Lee Kwang Soo, Gong Seung Yeon, Lee Hee Joon, and Kim Sung Kyun
Shin Min Ah, Park Hae Soo, Lee Kwang Soo, Gong Seung Yeon, Lee Hee Joon, and Kim Sung Kyun will appear in the upcoming Netflix crime thriller “Karma”. A man witnesses a mysterious accident and enters into an irreversable deal that has surprising consequences. “Karma” does not currently have a premiere date.
Kim Hee Sun, Lee Hye Young, and Kim Nam Hee
Kim Hee Sun, Lee Hye Young, and Kim Nam Hee are starring in the upcoming mystery thriller “Our Home”. This black comedy is about a famous family psychologist who teams up with her mother-in-law, a well-known mystery writer, to expose a blackmailer who is out to ruin her career and her family. “Our Home” does not yet have a premiere date.
Music News
HyunA
Attitude AT AREA
HyunA is walking the avenue in her new single “Attitude”. This club dance track uses aggressive percussion and cool electro bass to lay a deep beat. HyunA’s unique vocals and musicality give the spoken word song a flair of charisma. The MV is a performance video that shows the singer doing a suggestive choreography.
GreatGuys
DEEP IN LOVE
GreatGuys are living in the moment in their new single “DEEP IN LOVE”. This funk pop track brings all-out energy and bombast, from the Beethoven inspired intro to the catchy chorus and hook. Percussion, vocals, and guitar all push the song forward with an intense drive. The MV focuses mostly on choreography, as the group dances in front of an expensive luxury car.
A.C.E.
Effortless
After a 2 year hiatus while members finished their military service, A.C.E. is back with a pre-release single ahead of their upcoming album. This all-English pop track relies heavily on strong vocals, groovy guitar, and finger-snapping to create an easy-going song that is smooth and slinky. The MV shows the group wandering the dark, lonely streets at night.
OMEGA X
JUNK FOOD
It’s prime time for OMEGA X in their new single “JUNK FOOD”. This track represents the group’s first comeback since winning a lawsuit against their former agency. And this aggressive, noisy hip-hop track almost feels like a victory lap. The synth strings and rhythm guitar give the song a light foundation for the hard-hitting vocals. The MV shows the group travelling through the dark city in and on semi-trucks.
aespa
Drama
aespa is feeling savage in their new single “Drama”. This electro dance sound combines with some fun hip-hop influences to give that big, bold sounds and empowerment lyrics. The tone is more dark and serious than most of aespa’s past releases. The percussion is powerful while the percussion is smart and sophisticated. The MV shows the group involved in car chases and sword fights as they confront danger and take control.
Drama News
Vigilante
Hulu’s psychological crime thriller “Vigilante” premiered on November 8th. When a young man sees guilty criminals getting light sentences and continue to commit offenses, he decides to take matters into his own hands. On weekdays, he is a star pupil at the local police but on weekends he seeks justice and revenge for victims wronged by the system.
Seems like in music news a mention that Rains US tour kicks off this week would be appropriate
Joy, I had never considered announcing US concerts, but it’s a great idea. I will look into an easy source for that kind of info. Thanks for the great suggestion. I love it!