Welcome to Exciting News and Essential Updates 8-23-25. Stay updated with the latest casting news, music releases, and drama premieres and finales from August 16 – 22.
The Highlights for This Week
Korean Entertainment News: August 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:
- MONSTA X – Do What I Want
- Moon Byul – Goodbyes and Sad Eyes
- Kep1er – BUBBLE GUM
- JOY– Love Splash!
- TEEN TOP – Cherry Pie
- Stray Kids– CEREMONY
Drama Premieres and Finales
Here are the highly anticipated drama premieres and a finales for this week:
- My Troublesome Star (Premiere)
- Aema (Full Series)
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
MONSTA X: Do What I Want
MONSTA X’s new pre-release single “Do What I Want” is a fusion of K-pop and hip-hop beats. This high-energy track features sleek synths, an strong bass line, and razor-sharp rap verses. The music video is filled with horned and goblin-inspired imagery, showcasing the group’s playful yet sophisticated performance style.
Moon Byul: Goodbyes and Sad Eyes
MAMAMOO’s Moon Byul’s latest song “Goodbyes and Sad Eyes” is a punchy pop-rock track that showcases her signature charisma and strong vocals. The song features a driving rhythm with strong guitar riffs and a fierce drum line. The music video creates an imaginative “emotional washing machine” as the singer clears her emotional baggage, featuring stunning animation and striking visuals.
Kep1er: BUBBLE GUM
Kep1er’s new single “BUBBLE GUM” is a house-inspired EDM pop dance track with exhilarating energy and bold attitude. The track combines a heavy thumping beat with vibrant vocals, delivering a bold message of empowerment as it playfully challenges societal norms. The music video embraces a mischievous “bad-girl” aesthetic, featuring striking choreography and a candy-colored palette that highlights the group’s fierce charisma.
JOY: Love Splash!
Red Velvet’s JOY makes waves with her delightful new summer single “Love Splash”. The song is a breezy pop-dance track that weaves together punchy bass, soothing piano lines, and vibrant bell tones, all wrapped in JOY’s sparkling vocals. The music video focuses on playful charm, showing the singer in a radiant beach setting, surrounded by colorful visuals and carefree moments with friends, as the sparks of romance come alive.
TEEN TOP: Cherry Pie
TEEN TOP’s catchy new single “Cherry Pie” is a blend of pop and dance elements that showcase the group’s matured sound and powerhouse vocals. The track, made to celebrate the group’s 15th anniversary, features an edgy vibe with a compelling build-up. The music video show the group members as they attend a “smile workshop”.
Stray Kids: CEREMONY
Stray Kid’ new single “CEREMONY” is a blend of trap-EDM and baile funk. The beats, layered with bold instrumentals and a catchy hook, showcase the group’s unwavering energy. The music video shows the members as fierce competitors in a futuristic athletic showdown, featuring gravity-defying stunts and even a surprise appearance by gaming legend Faker.
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
‘My Troublesome Star’
A once-celebrated actress comes back from obscurity after two and a half decades, awakening as an ordinary woman with no recollection of her past life. Eager to reclaim her former glory in the acting world, she finds an unexpected ally in a discouraged detective.
Premiere Date: August 18, 2025
Full Series
‘Aema’
Set in the 1980s, a once-celebrated actress is removed from a lead role that could further elevate her already stellar career. Fearing he can’t control the seasoned actress, the director casts a young, up and coming actress to the part. But the original star refuses to go down without a fight.
Release Date: August 22, 2025
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