Welcome to the Weekly Update – February 18 – 24. Woodz and Lucy kick off new music this week. Hulu has a new drama starting up. And we welcome home Jang Ki Yong!! All that makes for a pretty great week in Korean entertainment. I hope you had a great week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Military News
Jang Ki Yong
On February 22nd, actor Jang Ki Yong was released from his service as an active duty soldier. After a year and a half, he has fulfilled his responsiblities and is ready to jump back into acting. Upon his discharge, the actor also announced that he has renewed his contract with his former agency, YG Entertainment. It is rumored that the actor is already in talks about his next project. We look forward to seeing him on the small screen again soon. Welcome home Jang Ki Yong. We missed you!
Casting News
Lee Ha Nee and Lee Jong Won
Lee Ha Nee and Lee Jong Won will star together in the upcoming historical rom-com “Flower that Blooms at Night”. A young widow leads a quiet life by day, but at night she secretly roams the streets protecting the innocent. When she meets a military officer with martial art skills, both of their lives will be changed for the better. “Flower that Blooms at Night” is scheduled to air some time in the second half of the year.
Yoon Kye Sang, Kim Yun Seok, Go Min Si, And Lee Jung Eun
Yoon Kye Sang, Kim Yun Seok, Go Min Si, And Lee Jung Eun will appear in the upcoming Netflix mystery thriller “In the Woods With No One”. An owner of a hotel in the present begins to see his life fall apart when his story becomes twisted with another hotel owner from 20 years ago. Netflix has not yet released a premiere date for “In the Woods With No One”. Stay tuned for further updates.
Choi Min Soo And Yeonwoo
Choi Min Soo And Yeonwoo will be joining INFINITE’s Kim Myung Soo and Choi Jin Hyuk for the upcoming business drama “Numbers: Surveillant of the Forest of Buildings”. An accountant fights the system to become the first accountant at one of the 4 big-name firms, to get the job without a college degree. Now he hopes to bring justice to others whose upbringing keeps them from being treated fairly. “Numbers: Surveillant of the Forest of Buildings” will premiere some time in the first half of this year.
Music News
Woodz
Abyss
WOODZ isn’t looking for understanding in his new pre-release single “Abyss”. This soft rock track is gentle and thoughtful, with subtle guitar strums and light percussion. The song has a dreamy quality that feels vulnerable and pure. The MV shows the singer working in an old-fashion library, as he helps various visitors recieve packages.
FIFTY FIFTY
Cupid
Just 3 months after their debut, FIFTY FIFTY is back and feeling lonely in their new single “Cupid”. This sleek city pop track has shiny synths and a cool, laid-back sound. The minimal arrangement gives the song that coffee house vibe that glides along smoothly and effortlessly. The MV shows the group analyzing love and regretting the fact that they allowed their hearts to be broken.
E’LAST
Thrill
E’LAST is ready for it in their new digital single “Thrill”. This rock EDM track has a dynamic chorus with slinkier sounds in the verses. The energy ebbs and flows with an enticing rhythm that is captivating and seductive. The MV is full of lots of powerful choreography as the group dances through neon, flashing lights and lasers.
THE BOYZ
ROAR
THE BOYZ yearn for freedom in their new single “ROAR”. This cool R&B style track has a smooth, snappy sound that is mesmerising and sensual. The MV shows off the groups smooth choreography skills and charisma. The variety of locations and quick moving camera angles lend the MV an edginess.
LUCY
Unbelievable
LUCY is playing for keeps in their new title track “Unbelievable”. This bright pop song has LUCY’s signature upbeat instrumentals with the ever-present violin, to add texture and that uniquely LUCY quality. The MV shows the members as part of an old-school video game. The clothes and sets are as bright as the vocals in this fun new video.
HAWW
How Are You
Rookie group HAWW (Heal All the World Wide) debuted this week with single “How are You”. This pleasant mid-tempo track has a bit of R&B flair and some nice vocal harmonies. The music is subdued and really lays the groundwork for the playful lyrics and sound. The MV shows the group passing the day with their own hobbies and interests.
Drama News
Strangers Again
The romantic legal drama “Strangers Again” ended on February 23rd. Two successful lawyers are assigned to work together on an important case. But the fact that they used to be married makes their work relationship very complicated. They will need to put aside their past and their personal feelings if they want to win this case.
Call it Love
The romantic drama “Call it Love” premiered on Hulu on February 22nd. A young woman vows revenge on her father’s ex-mistress by seducing the woman’s son. But when her feelings begin to become real, she is torn between vengeance and true love.