Welcome to Exciting News and Essential Updates 1-24-26. Stay updated with the latest casting news, music releases, and drama premieres and finales from January 17 - 23.
The Highlights for This Week
Korean Entertainment News: January 17 - 23
This week in Korean entertainment, we have exciting updates on actors confirmed for new drama roles, fresh music video releases, and highly anticipated drama premieres and finales. Stay tuned to catch all the buzz!
New Music Videos
Check out the latest music videos released this week:
- EXO - Crown
- CATCH THE YOUNG - Amplify
- ONEUS - Grenade
- ZEROBASEONE - ROSES
Drama Premieres and Finales
Here are the highly anticipated drama premieres and finales for this week:
- Undercover Miss Hong (Premiere)
- Positively Yours (Premiere)
- Love Me (Finale)
New Casting Announcements
Koo Kyo Hwan, Go Youn Jung, Oh Jung Se, Kang Mal Geum, and Park Hae Joon
Koo Kyo Hwan, Go Youn Jung, Oh Jung Se, Kang Mal Geum, and Park Hae Joon will star in the upcoming drama 'Everyone Is Fighting Their Own Worthlessness'. The drama follows a young aspiring director who feels like he is the only one who has not achieved success in his life. 'Everyone Is Fighting Their Own Worthlessness' is scheduled to air some time in April.
Park Jinyoung and Kim Min Ju
GOT7's Park Jinyoung and Kim Min Ju will star in the upcoming romantic drama 'Shining'. A young train conductor is reunited with his first love and as they reconnect they will both be forced to face old scars and examine how their lives have changed. 'Shining' is scheduled to air some time in March.
New K-Pop Music Videos Released This Week
New week, new music. There is a variety of great new music out this week, but whether you love powerful rock or melodic pop hits, we've got you covered. So take a look at the new music of the week and feel free to dance along.
This Week in K-Pop
Latest K-Pop Music Videos
EXO: Crown
EXO's new single "Crown" is a fusion of dance music, heavy metal guitar, and trap-infused EDM beats. The track is bold and energetic. The music video shows the members in a futuristic kingdom, where they heroically rise to power, symbolizing the group's own exciting comeback.
CATCH THE YOUNG: Amplift
CATCH THE YOUNG's latest single "Amplify" blends pop-rock and new-wave energy. The song features exhilarating guitar riffs and a chant-like chorus. The music video shows the band as they unite for a street performance.
ONEUS: Grenade
ONEUS' latest single "Grenade" is dark pop track with explosive EDM beats and intense trap influences. The vocals focus on powerful rap verses and dramatic melodies. The music video shows the members breaking free from a black void and a cement lined facility.
ZEROBASEONE: ROSES
ZEROBASEONE's new single "ROSES" is a romantic pop track with smooth R&B rhythms and soft synth sounds. The vocals and rap segments are gentle and emotional as the band pays tribute to their fans. The beautifully illustrated music video shows roses blooming as the members connect with their fans.
Upcoming Drama Premieres and Finales
This Week in K-Dramas
Don't miss out on these must-watch dramas that are sure to make waves in the K-drama world!
Watch the Trailers
Premiere
'Undercover Miss Hong'
A skilled agent goes undercover as a newly graduated employee to crack down on suspicious activities in a small securities firm. But her mission and her safety are in jeopardy as she gets personally involved with the business and her new co-workers.
Premiere Date: January 17, 2026
Premiere
'Positively Yours'
A career woman who has vowed to never get married finds her perfectly planned life turned upside down when she gets pregnant after a one night stand. And although neither one of them had ever expected to see each other again, the couple are now forced to explore new possibilities of love, marriage, and family life.
Premiere Date: January 17, 2026
Finale
'Love Me'
A successful OBGYN carries a painful secret that has caused her to live her life hiding behind emotional walls. But when she meets her free-spirited neighbor, he sees her lonliness and offers her comfort and support.
Finale Date: January 23, 2026
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