Exciting News and Essential Updates 11-23-24
Weekly Korean Entertainment Highlights
9Welcome to Exciting News and Essential Updates 11-23-24. Stay updated with the latest casting news, music releases, and drama premieres and finales from November 16 – 22.
The Highlights for This Week
Korean Entertainment News: November 16 - 22
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:
- ICHILLIN – Official
- WayV – HIGH FIVE
- tripleS – Untitled
- TAEYEON – Letter to Myself
- MEOVV – TOXIC
- ROSE – number one girl
Drama Premieres and Finales
This week, we have a few anticipated drama premiere and a couple finales:
- Parole Examiner Lee (Premiere)
- Desperate Mrs. Seonju (Premiere)
- When the Phone Rings (Premiere)
- Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born (Finale)
- A Virtuous Business (Finale)
Upcoming Drama Casting News
Meet the Stars of Tomorrow's Hits
New K-Pop Music Videos Released This Week
Powerrful female soloists and sub-untis seem to be the theme of the week. But whether you love energetic dance beats 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
ICHILLIN: Official
ICHILLIN’s latest single “Official” has an infectious 90’s house vibe, with dynamic dance beats and a catchy chorus featuring slowed-down vocals. The lyrics celebrate self-discovery and individuality, encouraging fans to break free from societal norms and embrace their colorful identities. The music video shows the members in stunning visuals and glamorous outfits, all while delivering an impressive array of dance moves that reflect a bold new direction for the group.
WayV: HIGH FIVE
WayV’s new single “High Five” is a captivating dance track that fuses vintage brass, infectious 808 bass, and diverse synth sounds to create an energetic soundscape reminiscent of 90s pop and old-school hip-hop. The song encourages listeners to celebrate together with a positive message of unity and ambition. The playful and imaginative music video features the members on a whimsical adventure as they uncover a mysterious palm-shaped relic.
tripleS: Untitled
tripleS ∞! is enchanting in their debut single “Untitled”. The track is a blend of early 2000s influences and modern sounds that features a fusion of skittering drum and bass, moody synths, and R&B elements, creating a dynamic yet dreamy atmosphere. The lyrics reflects the journey of young girls navigating the fog of loneliness and anxiety, symbolizing the limitless possibilities that lie ahead. The introspective music video shows the members as innocent school girls, as they dance through various settings, proclaiming the start of their own story.
TAEYEON: Letter to Myself
SNSD’s TAEYEON’s new song “Letter to Myself” blends poignant emotion with a rock-infused pop sound that showcases her stunning vocals. The track smoothly transitions from reflective verses to an explosive chorus. The music video shows the singer as she evolves from a timid presence to a commanding force, embodying the message of embracing one’s true self and breaking free from external expectations.
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MEOVV: TOXIC
Rookie group MEOVV’s new single “TOXIC,” is a mesmerizing blend of R&B and diary pop that encapsulates the bittersweet complexities of love. The emotional track showcases their ethereal vocals against a minimalist electronic backdrop. The music video portrays the duality of innocence and entrapment through striking visuals that transition between angelic purity and shadowy allure.
ROSÉ : number one girl
BLACKPINK’s Rosé has just unveiled her emotional new single “Number One Girl”. The song is a poignant blend of pop and heartfelt balladry that showcases her stunning vocals against a backdrop of minimalist piano and subtle percussion. This softer sound allows the singer to explore vulnerability and longing through lyrics that resonate deeply. The music video captures her wandering through the streets of Seoul, reflecting a raw and intimate connection to the emotions depicted in the song.
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!
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‘Parole Examiner Lee’
A former lawyer embarks on a quest for justice, determined to expose the dark underbelly of the parole system manipulated by the wealthy and powerful. He teams up with an ace detective and a legendary loan shark, forging an unlikely alliance against an arrogant, second-generation chaebol who believes he’s untouchable. Together they hope to restore the integrity of the system.
Premiere Date: November 18, 2024
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‘Desperate Mrs. Seonju’
A devoted woman’s unwavering support for her husband leads to heartbreak and betrayal. After selflessly financing his dreams of becoming an architect, she finds herself abandoned for her high school friend, igniting a powerful transformation within her. As she navigates the tangled web of love and betrayal, she decides to reclaim her life, discovering her inner strength and resilience. When fate intertwines her path with an equally wronged handsome stranger, an unexpected bond begins to blossom, offering a chance not only for revenge but for a fresh start filled with hope and ambition.
Premiere Date: November 18, 2024
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‘When the Phone Rings’
The seemingly perfect facade of a young presidential spokesman, and his mute wife is shattered when an unexpected kidnapping thrusts their stilted marriage into chaos. Their arranged union, marked by silence and pretense, takes a harrowing turn as they are forced to confront both the external threat of the kidnapper and the internal struggles of their hollow relationship. As secrets unravel, they will scramble to find a way to salvage their reputations and lives.
Premiere Date: November 22, 2024
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‘Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born’
A humble girl from Mokpo has an extraordinary voice and unyielding ambition. And as she navigates the bustling streets of Seoul after sneaking into the Maeran Woman’s Gukguek Theater Company, she encounters fierce rivalries and the trials of artistry. With her heart set on stardom, she must not only hone her craft but also confront the realities of her dreams amid the backdrop of a transforming nation.
Finale Date: November 17, 2024
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‘A Virtuous Business’
In the heart of rural Geumje, four courageous women known as the Bangpan Sisters dared to challenge societal norms in 1992 by embarking on an unconventional journey of independence and self-discovery through door-to-door sales of adult products. At a time when discussions about sex were shrouded in taboo and hush-hush whispers, these trailblazers infused a refreshing energy into the intimate lives of couples, forging unbreakable friendships as they navigated the complexities of their new venture. From a financially struggling housewife to a single mother seeking excitement, each sister brought her unique story and purpose to the table, thriving not only as businesswomen but as empowered individuals redefining their destinies.
Finale Date: November 17, 2024
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