Weekly Update of Korean Drama and K-Pop – May 18 – 24
K-Drama & K-Pop Weekly Highlights
Latest News and Updates: May 18 - 24
Welcome to the Weekly Update of Korean Drama and K-Pop – May 18 – 24. Stay updated with the hottest news in Korean entertainment. From casting announcements to personal star updates, we’ve got you covered!
Upcoming Drama Casts
Stars Set to Shine in New Dramas
Celebrity News
Hwang Bo Ra
On May 23rd, actress Hwang Bo Ra gave birth to her first child. She married her long-time boyfriend and CEO of her agency, Cha Hyun Woo, in 2022 after a 10 year relationship. Mother and son are both healthy and doing well. Congratulations to the new family!
Latest K-Pop Music Videos
This week in K-Pop
SEVENTEEN - Cheers to Youth
SEVENTEEN’s new song Cheers to You blends pop and J Rock style elements. It has uplifting melodies and an upbeat rhythm. The music video showcases the group’s friendship as they sing about embracing the present moment.
JD1 – ERROR 405
JD1’s latest song “Error 405” is a dynamic blend of EDM and hip-hop. It delivers infectious beats and powerful vocals. The music video shows the singer enjoying the season to the fullest by finding summer love.
SOOJIN - MONA LISA
Soojin’s new song “Mona Lisa” is an electronic pop track that showcases her smooth vocals. The music video follows Soojin as she navigates a dream-like world filled with vibrant colors and mesmerizing choreography.
JUST B - Daddy's Girl
Just B’s new song “Daddy’s Girl” blends R&B and pop with soulful vocals and catchy melodies. The music video shows the group hanging out in a retro styled house, complete with an old-fashion wall telephone, as they practice their music and choreography.
ONEUS - Now
ONEUS’s new song “Now” is a pop and EDM track of a song originally sung by Fin.K.L. It features infectious beats, catchy hooks, and powerful vocals. The music video takes you on a visual journey with mesmerizing choreography, as the group plans the perfect crime.
SUHO (ft. Wendy)- Cheese
SUHO’s new song “Cheese” featuring Red Velvet’s Wendy, is a blend of pop and R&B. The song features soulful vocals and catchy melodies. The music video shows the pair as they playfully run through an art gallery with cheese themed displays.
NEXZ - Ride the Vibe
NEXZ’s new song “Ride the Vibe” mixes EDM and pop. The track focuses on infectious beats, captivating melodies, and powerful vocals. The music video shows the group spending the day hanging out at places like a skate park as they invade the police.
B.I - Tasty
B.I’s new song “Tasty” is a of pop funk track, with a catchy beat and groovy vibes. The music video features B.I and his crew, showcasing their choreography against a colorful old gas station and restaurant.
This Week's Drama Premieres and Finales
Finale
‘The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection’
End Date: May 18, 2024
Starring: Uhm Ki Joon, Hwang Jung Eum
This mystery thriller sequel begins another round of a survival game, following the death of one of their members. And while each one is motivated by their greed for money or power, they are all unaware of the revenge planned as punishment for them all.
Premeire
‘Connection’
Start Date: May 24, 2024
Starring: Ji Sung, Jeon Mi Do
The crime thriller is about a narcotics detective who hides a difficult past and a secret that could ruin his career. But when one of his high school friends dies mysteriously, he will open an investigation that will reveal years of lies and deceptions by those he thought he could trust.
Premiere
‘Bitter Sweet Hell’
Start Date: May 24, 2024
Starring: Kim Hee Sun, Kim Nam Hee
A celebrity psychiatrist teams up with her mystery writer mother-in-law to investigate the therapist’s husband’s affair and the dangerous mistress who threatens to ruin their entire family.
Whose Starting Their Military Journey?
Parc Jae Jung
On May 21st, singer Parc Jae Jong began his military enlistment, with his parents and manager seeing him off. Following basic training, the performer will finish out his time as an active duty soldier. We wish him health, success and a speedy return!