Exciting News and Essential Updates 10-5-24
Weekly Korean Entertainment Highlights
Welcome to Exciting News and Essential Updates 10-5-24. Stay updated with the latest casting news, music releases, and drama premieres and finales from September 28- October 4.
The Highlights for This Week
Korean Entertainment News: September 28-October 4.
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:
- TIOT – The Long Season
- WHIB – Rush of Joy
- VANNER – Automatic
- YENA – NEMONEMO
- Dragon Pony – POP UP
- KANGDANIEL – Electric Shock
Drama Premieres and Finales
This week, we have a highly anticipated drama premiere and several finales:
- Iron Family (Premiere)
- No Gain, No Love(Finale)
- Su Ji & U Ri (Finale)
- Black Out (Finale)
Upcoming Drama Casting News
Meet the Stars of Tomorrow's Hits
New K-Pop Music Videos Released This Week
Solos and young newcomers seem to be the theme of the week. But whether you love powerful heavy metal 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
TIOT: The Long Season
TIOT’s new single “The Long Season” transitions from their previous bad boy rocker vibe to a softer, more melodic approach. The track combines vibrant guitar and drums with an emphasis on lush melodies. The vocals showcase the group’s skills and authenticity. The music video builds on the the song’s emotional depth, crafting a beautifully story that involves the members as their lives coincidentally cross paths through the course of a day.
WHIB: Rush of Joy
WHIB’s latest single “Rush of Joy” is an explosion of funk pop with an infectious energy and groove. The rhythmic anthem showcases percussion, electric guitar riffs, and synth melodies that create an irresistible soundscape. The lively and colorful music video radiates the young group’s positivity and excitement by focusing on fun, upbeat choreography.
VANNER: Automatic
VANNER is electrifying the scene with their latest track “Automatic”. The track is a fusion of funk and disco that captures the essence of summer’s final moments. The song features exhilarating drum beats, retro synths, and a heavy bass that highlight the group’s energetic charm. The music video shows the members embracing the last memories of summer, embodying the relentless drive of chasing dreams without pause.
YENA: NEMONEMO
Choi Yena’s new single “NEMONEMO” is a vibrant pop anthem that perfectly captures her playful spirit. This track bursts with high-energy beats, infectious melodies, and bubblegum pop vibes. The song showcases her higher vocal range and a cutesy fun feeling. The music video uses pink and neon aesthetics, as the star sings about the complexities of love using the metaphor of a square.
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YUTA: Off the Mask
NCT’s Yuta gives us a powerful debut solo single with “Off the Mask”, The hard rock anthem showcases the Japanese singer’s raw talent and distinct style. Energetic sound is infused with gritty guitar riffs and passionate vocals to create an edgy heavy metal sound. The music video, using dark colors and images, represents the singer as he breaks free from expectations and fully expresses his musical passion.
ASC4NT : SWEET DEVIL
ASC4NT’s latest single “Sweet Devil” is a fresh mix of rock and hip-hop fusion. The song features pulsating electric guitar riffs and edgy percussion, as the young rookies sing about falling for a charming adversary. The dramatic vocals highlight the group’s impressive vocal strength. The music video, shows the members as they whisper secrets while dancing through shadowy corridors.
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
‘Iron Family
The spirited youngest child of a three-generation laundry business reunites with the wealthy son of the neighborhood’s elite. And as she hangs on the verge of losing her eyesight entirely, her family’s love and resilience are put to the test against the backdrop of unexpected adventure and the possibility of reclaiming her sight.
Premiere Date: September 28 , 2024
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‘No Gain, No Love’
A fiercely independent woman arranges a fake wedding to safeguard her career ambition. But she gets more than she bargained for when she hires an affable part-time cashier with a heart of gold. And somewhere along the way, the lines between what is pretend and what is genuine begin to blur.
Finale Date: October 1, 2024
Finale
‘Su Ji and U Ri’
A high-profile psychiatrist tries to juggle her demanding career and a grueling schedule filled with public appearances. But her seemingly perfect life starts to unravel when a new doctor arrives at Haedeul Hospital. As scandals threaten to tear her world apart, she finds an unexpected ally in the man who had started as her biggest work rival.
Finale Date: October 4, 2024
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‘Black Out’
A young man’s life was upended when he was accused of murdering his classmates at just nineteen. With no memory about what really happened that night, he spends a decade in prison grappling with his shattered reality. But just as he is released, a new murder rattles the community, drawing him back into a web of mystery.
Finale Date: October 4, 2024
Stars finishing Their Military Service
Reentering the Limelight
Minhyuk
On October 3rd, MONST X’s Minhyuk finished his military service. The singer spent his time serving with the 5th Infantry Division recruit training center. All his fellow MONSTA X members, including those currently serving themselves, were on hand to welcome him back with open arms. Well done, Minhyuk. We’re glad you’re back!
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