Welcome to the Weekly Update – March 9 -15. Three new dramas premiered this week. And BTS’ V gifted us with a new single. There is also dating news that had many fans shocked and maybe a little protective of a certain, beloved kdrama star. I hope you had a great week. Until next time,, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Casting News
Oh Dal Soo
Oh Dal Soo will star in the upcoming Netflix sequel “Squid Games 2”. A new round of the mysterious survival game is afoot. Because of the nature of the show, producers have not released information on Oh Dal Soo’s character or how long he will be involved in the series. “Squid Games 2” will wrap up filming in April and is scheduled to premiere some time in October.
Celebrity News
Han So Hee and Ryu Jun Yeol
Han So Hee and Ryu Jun Yeol have confirmed that they are dating. Dispatch broke the story of their relationship with pictures of the couple together in Hawaii. Despite an inital denial by their agencies, they later admitted that the rumors are true. Ryu Jun Yeol was in a very public relationship with singer and actress Girl’s Day’s Hyeri for 6 years before breaking up in November.
Music News
FRI(END)S
V
BTS’ V is deep in his feelings in his new single “FRI(END)S”. Although the singer is currently on hiatus in the military, HYBE has stashed away some fun surprises for eager fans. This slow, soulful track embraces the singers own individual style. The lyrics, sung entirely in English, talk about the complicated line between friends and lovers. The MV shows the singer trying to get over a broken relationship.
SEVENUS
Want you back
Former boy-group MASC have rebranded two of its members to form the duo SEVENUS. And the pair are reminiscing about their memories in their new single “Want you back”. This bright pop rock track features swirling synth and sunny, uplifting sounds to provide room for straighforward lyrics. The MV shows the guys going through the process of writing their song.
TEMPEST
LIGHTHOUSE
TEMPEST is making you feel the light in their new single “LIGHTHOUSE”. This upbeat pop track has feel-good lyrics and snappy percussion. The anthemic chorus builds to a dynamic centerpiece. The MV shows the group in an abandoned building and looking charming in naval uniforms.
BAE173
Fifty-Fifty
BAE173 is keeping their poker face in their new single “Fifty-Fifty”. This cool hip-hop track uses snare percussion and rhythmic vocals to create a confident vibe. The choreography heavy MV shows the guys in suits, while other scenes show them gambling the night away at an exclusive club.
Drama News
Branding in Seongsu
The supernatural romance “Branding in Seongsu” finished on March 14th. A young, ambitious marketing team leader switches bodies with an intern after sharing an unexpected kiss.
Chicken Nuggets
Netflix dropped all 10 episodes of the fantasy comedy drama “Chicken Nugget” on March 15th. A young woman is mysteriously turned into a piece of fried chicken and now her family and friends will work to change her back and discover the mystery of what really happened.
Queen of Tears
The romantic comedy “Queen of Tears” started airing on March 9th. A rich heiress will try to rekindle her marriage with a small town legal director. But the challenge of life and careers will require them both to learn about love and compromise.
Midnight Studio
The romantic fantasy drama “Midnight Studio” premiered on March 11th. An enthusiastic lawyer joins forces with a local photographer to take portraits of ghosts. But working with ghosts who have unfulfilled wishes keeps them busy.