KPop Demon Hunters (2025) — Review: Netflix, Fantasy.
by Streaming on Netflix | Animated Musical Fantasy | 100 mins What is K-Pop Demon Hunters About? What if your favorite K-pop girl group doubled as …
K-Drama Review: Twelve (2025) – A Mythical Action Fantasy Where Zodiac Angels Rise to Save Humanity
Twelve is a fast-paced action-fantasy drama that blends Korean mythology, zodiac signs, and classic good-versus-evil battles into a gripping eight-episode ride. Packed with intense fight …
K-Drama Review: The Winning Try (2025) – A Gritty Sports Drama About Redemption, Rivalry, and Starting Over
The Winning Try is not your typical underdog sports story—it’s grittier, more emotional, and rooted in personal pain. It’s about second chances on the field …
K-Drama Review: Aema (2025) – A Bold, Funny Look at Fame, Ego, and the Korean Film Industry
Aema takes us back to the 1980s, right into the messy, glamorous, and sometimes ridiculous world of Korean cinema. Set along Chungmuro, the heart of …
Teaser poster and release date for movie “First Ride”
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Teaser poster and release date added for upcoming movie “First Ride” starring Kang Ha-Neul, Kim Young-Kwang, Cha Eun-Woo, Kang Young-Seok, & Han Sun-Hwa. The comedy film, directed by Nam Dae-Joong (“Love Reset“), revolves around five friends who embark on their first international trip together. Caption on the teaser poster states “Promise, you’ll laugh at the cinema this October.” Meanwhile, actor Cha Eun-Woo enlists in the military today July 28, 2025 in South Korea. After going through training camp for 5 weeks, he will serve in the military band. He is expected to be discharged January 27, 2027.
“First Ride” will be released October, 2025 in South Korea.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Tae-Jung (Kang Ha-Neul) is elite with a handsome appearance and good family background. He has a perfectionist character. Do-Jin (Kim Young-Kwang) dreams of becoming a basketball player, but he finds a new goal through his friend Yeon-Min (Cha Eun-Woo). Yeon-Min dreams of becoming a DJ, who performs at world music festivals. Geum-Bok (Kang Young-Seok) has turned to religion from an early age. Ok-Sim (Han Sun-Hwa) is a person of action, who always achieves when she decides to do something. These group of friends, who have known each other since they were kids, decide to go on their first overseas trip together. A series of unpredictable events occur.
Teaser poster and release date added for upcoming movie “First Ride” starring Kang Ha-Neul, Kim Young-Kwang, Cha Eun-Woo, Kang Young-Seok, & Han Sun-Hwa. The comedy film, directed by Nam Dae-Joong (“Love Reset“), revolves around five friends who embark on their first international trip together. Caption on the teaser poster states “Promise, you’ll laugh at the… Read more »
K-Drama Review: Beyond the Bar (2025) – A Law Drama That Puts Passion and Principles on Trial
Beyond the Bar isn’t just another legal drama, it’s a compelling look into the emotional cost of ambition and the awkward, honest beginnings of becoming …
Trailer and poster for movie “Orokamono no Mibun”
Trailer and poster added for movie “Orokamono no Mibun” starring Takumi Kitamura, Go Ayano, & Yuta Hayashi. Movie is based on 2019 novel “Orokamono no Mibun” by Jun Nishio and directed by Koto Nagata (“Shanti Days 365 Days, Happy Breath“). Meanwhile, the movie’s theme song has been announced as “Jinsei Sanka” by tuki. The song is an original track by the female singer and is featured in the trailer. Caption on the poster states “Will be reborn.”
“Orokamono no Mibun” will be released October 24, 2025 in Japan.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Takuya Matsumoto (Takumi Kitamura) and Mamoru Kakizaki (Yuta Hayashi) pretend to be women on SNS and approach men who are not good at having conversations with women. Their job is to skillfully extract personal information of these men for the sale of their family registers to men without relatives. They entered this line of work due to their poor backgrounds. Apart from what they do, they are ordinary young men who make silly noises and always stick together. Takuya Matsumoto tries to escape from this shady business with Mamoru Kakizaki by the help of Kenji Kajitani (Go Ayano), who actually got them into this business.
Trailer and poster added for movie “Orokamono no Mibun” starring Takumi Kitamura, Go Ayano, & Yuta Hayashi. Movie is based on 2019 novel “Orokamono no Mibun” by Jun Nishio and directed by Koto Nagata (“Shanti Days 365 Days, Happy Breath“). Meanwhile, the movie’s theme song has been announced as “Jinsei Sanka” by tuki. The song… Read more »
New teaser trailer for “Mary Kills People”
New teaser trailer added for “Mary Kills People” starring Lee Bo-Young, Lee Min-Ki, & Kang Ki-Young. The teaser trailer is the sixth released teaser for the upcoming drama series, which is a remake Canadian television series “Mary Kills People.” Narration in the teaser trailer goes (0:00) Lee Bo-Young “As a doctor, all I can do for patients, who are difficult to treat, is to reduce their pain. But, if the only way to do that is through death, I’d like to treat them like that, Father,” (0:10) Kwon Hae-Hyo “Maria,” (0:13) Lee Bo-Young “Do you want it to end?,” (0:16) Kim Tae-Woo “The key is Woo So-Jeong, who works with crazy beliefs,” (0:19) Lee Min-Ki “What you are doing now is murder.,” (0:21) Lee Bo-Young “I’m sorry,” (0:24) Lee Bo-Young “I will take responsibility. I can do that.”
“Mary Kills People” first airs August 1, 2025 in South Korea.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Woo So-Jeong (Lee Bo-Young) is a doctor. Even though it is illegal, she helps terminally ill patients, who are suffering from pain, with euthanasia. She does this with Dr. Choi Dae-Hyun (Kang Ki-Young). Detective Jo Hyun-Woo (Lee Min-Ki) works to track them down. Jo Hyun-Woo is a terminally ill patient with a brain tumor.
New teaser trailer added for “Mary Kills People” starring Lee Bo-Young, Lee Min-Ki, & Kang Ki-Young. The teaser trailer is the sixth released teaser for the upcoming drama series, which is a remake Canadian television series “Mary Kills People.” Narration in the teaser trailer goes (0:00) Lee Bo-Young “As a doctor, all I can do… Read more »
Trailer and poster for movie “Dear Stranger”
Trailer and poster added for movie “Dear Stranger” starring Hidetoshi Nishijima and Gwei Lun-Mei. Movie is written and directed by Tetsuya Mariko (“Miyamoto“). The film is set in New York City with Hidetoshi Nishijima and Gwei Lun-Mei playing a married couple. Their child is kidnapped, which causes their relationship to fall apart. Caption on the poster states “Love put to the test.”
“Dear Stranger” will be released September 12, 2025 in Japan.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Kenji (Hidetoshi Nishijima) is a Japanese man living in New York. He is married to Chinese-American Jane (Gwei Lun-Mei) and they have a son. They are busy with their work and taking care of their child. Even though they are busy, they enjoy their daily routine. One day, their son is kidnapped and the secrets they are hiding come to light.
Trailer and poster added for movie “Dear Stranger” starring Hidetoshi Nishijima and Gwei Lun-Mei. Movie is written and directed by Tetsuya Mariko (“Miyamoto“). The film is set in New York City with Hidetoshi Nishijima and Gwei Lun-Mei playing a married couple. Their child is kidnapped, which causes their relationship to fall apart. Caption on the… Read more »
Teaser trailer 3 for KBS2 drama “Our Golden Days”
Teaser trailer 3 added for KBS2 drama series “Our Golden Days” starring Jung Il-Woo and Jung In-Sun. Captions in teaser trailer 3 states “Overnight,” (0:02) “Confident quitter. Eldest son Lee Ji-Hyeok,” (0:04) “Forced dismissal. Second son Lee Ji-Wan,” (0:06) “Actually unemployed. Youngest daughter Lee Su-Bin,” (0:09) “Mandatory retirement. Father Lee Sang-Cheol,” (0:11) “The entire family became unemployed,” (0:15) “A family’s,” (0:20) “Desperate life re-employment story.”
“Our Golden Days” first airs August 9, 2025 in South Korea.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Lee Ji-Hyeok (Jung Il-Woo) is a competent person, who is recognized both in work and love. He is proactive and cold-hearted, but he also has a sense of humor. Lee Ji-Hyeok looks glamorous, but, after experiencing the lowest point of his life, he finds true the meaning of life. He has people around him, including Ji Eun-O (Jung In-Sun) and Park Seong-Jae (Yoon Hyun-Min). Ji Eun-O has a bright and cheerful personality. She works as a cafe manager and an interior designer. She never loses her passion even during difficult times. Once, Ji Eun-O had a crush on Lee Ji-Hyeok and she was rejected by him, but, even after that, she still stays by him. Park Seong-Jae is Lee Ji-Hyeok’s friend. Park Seong-Jae, who grew up in a wealthy family, is relaxed and well mannered., but he holds a deep loneliness feeling inside. He feels a sense of connection with Lee Ji-Hyeok and his family, but Park Seong-Jae is torn between love and friendship.
Teaser trailer 3 added for KBS2 drama series “Our Golden Days” starring Jung Il-Woo and Jung In-Sun. Captions in teaser trailer 3 states “Overnight,” (0:02) “Confident quitter. Eldest son Lee Ji-Hyeok,” (0:04) “Forced dismissal. Second son Lee Ji-Wan,” (0:06) “Actually unemployed. Youngest daughter Lee Su-Bin,” (0:09) “Mandatory retirement. Father Lee Sang-Cheol,” (0:11) “The entire family… Read more »
Teaser trailer and poster for Netflix drama “Aema”
Teaser trailer and poster added for Netflix drama series “Aema” starring Lee Ha-Nee and Bang Hyo-Rin. The comedy drama series marks the first time for director Lee Hae-Young (“The Silenced“) to work on a drama series after directing five films. Story for “Aema” is set in the early 1980’s and around the South Korean film industry at that time. Caption on the teaser poster states “The era that is obsessed with stripping, turn it upside down completely.”
“Aema” will be available to stream from August 22, 2025.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: In the 1980’s and along Chungmuro in Seoul, a street that serves as the hub of the Korean film industry, Jung Hee-Ran (Lee Ha-Nee) reigns as the top actress in the country. She has a fiery temper, which allows her to go off on anyone and speak out whenever she senses something is wrong. She is then cast for the lead role in movie “Madame Aema,” that will be made by Gu Joog-Ho’s (Jin Sun-Kyu) production company. Gu Joog-Ho is the type of person who will do anything to survive in the film industry. He faces a situation where he can’t control Jung Hee-Ran and decides to kick her out of the movie. He then holds a big scale auction and selects Shin Joo-Ae (Bang Hyo-Rin) to play the lead role. Shin Joo-Ae wants to become an actress, but she currently works as a nightclub dancer. Jung Hee-Ran is extremely peeved at the current situation. Meanwhile, Kwak In-Woo (Cho Hyun-Chul) is a rookie director who is full of dreams, but feeble in temperament. He will direct his first film with movie “Madame Aema.”
Teaser trailer and poster added for Netflix drama series “Aema” starring Lee Ha-Nee and Bang Hyo-Rin. The comedy drama series marks the first time for director Lee Hae-Young (“The Silenced“) to work on a drama series after directing five films. Story for “Aema” is set in the early 1980’s and around the South Korean film… Read more »
Kaho and Ryoma Takeuchi cast in TBS drama “Jaa, Anta ga Tsukutte Miro yo”
Kaho and Ryoma Takeuchi are cast in TBS drama series “Jaa, Anta ga Tsukutte Miro yo.” The romantic-comedy drama series is based on manga series “Jaa, Anta ga Tsukutte Miro yo” by Natsuko Taniguchi. Setup for the drama series will have Kaho play Ayumi Yamagishi. She lives with her boyfriend Katsuo Ebihara (Ryoma Takeuchi). She always cooks for her boyfriend and puts him first, while he is a more traditional kind of guy, who thinks women should always cook. He then proposes to Ayumi Yamagishi, but she declines.
“Jaa, Anta ga Tsukutte Miro yo” will first air October, 2025 in Japan (takes over TBS’ Tuesday 22:00 time slot after “Love is for the Dogs“).
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Ayumi Yamagishi (Kaho) is a single woman, who wants to marry a high-spec man and have a stable life. Her boyfriend is Katsuo Ebihara (Ryoma Takeuchi). They have been in a romantic relationship since their university days and they live together now. She always cooks for him with all of her heart and she always puts him first, but this makes her gradually lose herself. Meanwhile, Katsuo Ebihara is a man of a patriarchal mindset, who thinks women should cook and not men. Their relationship seems to be going smoothly. Katsuo Ebihara, who thinks he is perfect, decides to propose to Ayumi Yamagishi. He doesn’t have a doubt that she will say yes, but she responds “no way.”
Kaho and Ryoma Takeuchi are cast in TBS drama series “Jaa, Anta ga Tsukutte Miro yo.” The romantic-comedy drama series is based on manga series “Jaa, Anta ga Tsukutte Miro yo” by Natsuko Taniguchi. Setup for the drama series will have Kaho play Ayumi Yamagishi. She lives with her boyfriend Katsuo Ebihara (Ryoma Takeuchi). She… Read more »
Ahn Bo-Hyun and Lee Joo-Bin cast in tvN drama “Spring Fever”
Ahn Bo-Hyun and Lee Joo-Bin are cast in tvN drama series “Spring Fever.” Drama series is a romantic-comedy that is based on on web novel “Spring Fever” by Baek Min-A and directed by Park Won-Gook (“Marry My Husband“). Setup for the drama series will have Lee Joo-Bin play Yoon Bom. She is a respected and popular high school teacher in Seoul, but she decides to leave Seoul and work at a high school in a small town. Ahn Bo-Hyun will play Seon Jae-Kyu. He is the uncle of Yoon Bom’s student at her new job. Seon Jae-Kyu takes an interest in Yoon Bom.
“Spring Fever” will first air sometime later this year in South Korea.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Yoon Bom (Lee Joo-Bin) is a popular and beloved school teacher in Seoul, but, for some reason, she comes to a small town high school with her mind closed from Seoul. There, she meets Seon Jae-Kyu (Ahn Bo-Hyun), who is her student Seon Han-Kyeol’s uncle. Seon Jae-Kyu is big and looks tough, yet he is a warm and pleasant guy. He has feelings for her and he expresses his feelings to her in a honest and straightforward way.
Ahn Bo-Hyun and Lee Joo-Bin are cast in tvN drama series “Spring Fever.” Drama series is a romantic-comedy that is based on on web novel “Spring Fever” by Baek Min-A and directed by Park Won-Gook (“Marry My Husband“). Setup for the drama series will have Lee Joo-Bin play Yoon Bom. She is a respected and popular… Read more »
The Ultimate Guide to Free KDrama Websites (9 Best Platforms)
Korean dramas have taken the world by storm. Millions of fans want to watch their favorite kdrama shows without paying high subscription fees. This guide …
First trailer and teaser poster for movie “The Ugly”
First trailer and teaser poster added for movie “The Ugly” starring Park Jeong-Min and Kwon Hae-Hyo. Movie is written and directed by Yeon Sang-Ho (“Train To Busan“). The film has also been invited to the 50th annual Toronto International Film Festival and will hold its world premiere there in the “Special Presentations” section. The film revolves around Park Jeong-Min as Im Dong-Hwan and Kwon Hae-Hyo as his father Im Young-Kyu. The father has been visually impaired since birth, but he is still a master craftsman. The son then hears from the police that his mother’s remains were found. She went missing 40 years ago.
“The Ugly” will be released September, 2025 in South Korea.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Im Dong-Hwan’s (Park Jeong-Min) father, Im Young-Kyu (Kwon Hae-Hyo), is a master craftsman of seals even though he is visually impaired. One day, Im Dong-Hwan receives a phone call from police. He is informed that his mother Jung Young-Hee’s remains were discovered. She went missing 40 years ago.
Im Dong-Hwan, who never knew his mother’s face, hears that there is a possibility that his mother may have been murdered. Im Dong-Hwan begins to trace Jung Young-Hee’s death with PD Kim Su-Jin (Han Ji-Hyun), who was filming documentary about his father Im Young-Kyu. They interview people who worked with Jung Young-Hee at a Cheonggyecheon clothing factory about 40 years ago.
First trailer and teaser poster added for movie “The Ugly” starring Park Jeong-Min and Kwon Hae-Hyo. Movie is written and directed by Yeon Sang-Ho (“Train To Busan“). The film has also been invited to the 50th annual Toronto International Film Festival and will hold its world premiere there in the “Special Presentations” section. The film… Read more »
Teaser trailer and poster for movie “No Other Choice”
Teaser trailer and teaser poster added for movie “No Other Choice” starring Lee Byung-Hun & Son Ye-Jin. Movie is directed by award winning director Park Chan-Wook and based on 1997 novel “The Ax” by Donald E. Westlake. The teaser poster shows Lee Byung-Hun as Yoo Man-Soo standing in front of yard that includes a tree and a home. Various supporting characters are placed within the tree.
“No Other Choice” is now set for release September, 2025 in South Korea.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Yoo Man-Soo (Lee Byung-Hun) is married to Mi-Ri (Son Ye-Jin) and they have two children. They own their home that they bought with difficulty. Yoo Man-Soo has been working at a paper company for 25 years. He feels comfortable and satisfied with his life, but he is suddenly fired from his job. He struggles to find a new job to protect his family and his house.
Teaser trailer and teaser poster added for movie “No Other Choice” starring Lee Byung-Hun & Son Ye-Jin. Movie is directed by award winning director Park Chan-Wook and based on 1997 novel “The Ax” by Donald E. Westlake. The teaser poster shows Lee Byung-Hun as Yoo Man-Soo standing in front of yard that includes a tree and… Read more »
Son Ye-Jin and Jo Yuri cast in Netflix drama “Variety”
Son Ye-Jin and Jo Yuri are cast in new Netflix drama series “Variety.” Drama series is written and directed by Kim Yong-Hoon, who previously wrote and directed 2023 Netflix drama series “Mask Girl.” In drama series “Variety,” Son Ye-Jin will entertainment agency CEO Se-Eun. Her goal is to resign the top idol group which she created. Jo Yuri will play Seung-Hee. She is an obsessive fan of that idol group.
“Variety” will be released sometime next year.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Se-Eun (Son Ye-Jin) is CEO of the top talent agency in South Korea. With her excellent planning skills, she doesn’t hesitate to make cold decisions for the sake of her goals. She is all in on getting a contract renewal from the top idol group, which she created and raised. Meanwhile, Seung-Hee (Jo Yuri) is an obsessive fan of a member from that popular idol group. In order to meet her favorite member from that group, Seung-Hee follows every move of her favorite idol.
Son Ye-Jin and Jo Yuri are cast in new Netflix drama series “Variety.” Drama series is written and directed by Kim Yong-Hoon, who previously wrote and directed 2023 Netflix drama series “Mask Girl.” In drama series “Variety,” Son Ye-Jin will entertainment agency CEO Se-Eun. Her goal is to resign the top idol group which she… Read more »
See list of nominees and winners at the “4th Annual Blue Dragon Series Awards”
See the list of nominees and winners at the just concluded “4th Annual Blue Dragon Series Awards” that took place earlier this evening. The award show focuses on drama series that are distributed by various OTT platforms. This evenings big winners was Netflix drama series “When Life Gives You Tangerines,” which won the top “Daesang Grand Prize,” “Best Actress” award for IU, and “Best Supporting Actress” award for Yum Hye-Ran. Also receiving top awards was Netflix drama series “The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call,” which won “Best Drama,” “Best Actor” for Ju Ji-Hoon, and “Best New Actor” for Choo Young-Woo.
See the list of nominees and winners at the just concluded “4th Annual Blue Dragon Series Awards” that took place earlier this evening. The award show focuses on drama series that are distributed by various OTT platforms. This evenings big winners was Netflix drama series “When Life Gives You Tangerines,” which won the top “Daesang… Read more »
Ep.1 trailer ffor ENA drama “The Defects”
Ep.1 trailer added for ENA drama series “The Defects” starring Yum Jung-Ah, Yum Jung-Ah, & Choi Young-Joon. Ep.1 trailer begins with Choi Young-Joon as Woo Tae-Sik stating “If you want any of you here to die, you can leave,” followed by (0:04) Won Jin-A “You can just forget everything and start fresh. It’s not your fault that kids become like that,” (0:08) anonymous voice “You told me that this kid was smart. I can get a refund? This kid is a total defect,” (0:15) Choi Young-Joon “A new kid is coming soon.”
“The Defects” first airs July 21, 2025 in South Korea (takes over ENA’s Monday and Tuesday 10PM time slot after “Salon de Holmes“).
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Kim Se-Hee (Yum Jung-Ah) is the chief director of a large hospital and the operator of a charity foundation. She is a highly respected doctor, but, unknown publicly, she is also the head of an illegal adoption organization that is run by Jung Hyeon (Kim Jin-Young). Kim Se-Hee holds a twisted belief that only superior genes should survive. In the case of a child that is adopted through their illegal operation and does not meet the adoptive parents’ expectations, Kim Se-Hee’s group provides a free refund for a certain period of time. When a child is returned by the adoptive parents, Kim Se-Hee’s organization kills the child to destroy evidence of their crime. Kim A-Hyeon (Won Jin-A) was one of the refunded children, but Kim A-Hyeon dramatically survived. Now, she is the leader and a spiritual supporter of the survived children. She goes up against Kim Se-Hee for survival and revenge.
Ep.1 trailer added for ENA drama series “The Defects” starring Yum Jung-Ah, Yum Jung-Ah, & Choi Young-Joon. Ep.1 trailer begins with Choi Young-Joon as Woo Tae-Sik stating “If you want any of you here to die, you can leave,” followed by (0:04) Won Jin-A “You can just forget everything and start fresh. It’s not your… Read more »
Teaser trailer and release date set for movie “Blonde”
Teaser trailer and release date set for movie “Blonde” starring Takanori Iwata, Tamaki Shiratori, & Mugi Kadowaki. Movie is written and directed by Yuichiro Sakashita (“The Sunday Runoff“). The teaser trailer begins with Takanori Iwata as high school teacher Ichikawa stating “This is not a story about blonde hair, it’s my personal story.”
“Blonde” will be released November 21, 2025 in Japan.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Ichikawa (Takanori Iwata) is a teacher at a public middle school. Two incidents occur that changes his life greatly. One is that his students come to school with their hair dyed blonde in protest against the school rules. The other problem is that his girlfriend Akasaka (Mugi Kadowaki) begins to ask him about marriage. He thinks that getting married at the age of 30 is too soon and he has never even thought about getting married. The blonde hair incident at his school becomes publicized through the internet. The commotion becomes much bigger and gains the attention of the Board of Education, Ministry of Education, and even the Prime Minister. His girlfriend makes a bigger issue of getting married and tells him that he is childish. Ichikawa finds himself in a tight spot.
Teaser trailer and release date set for movie “Blonde” starring Takanori Iwata, Tamaki Shiratori, & Mugi Kadowaki. Movie is written and directed by Yuichiro Sakashita (“The Sunday Runoff“). The teaser trailer begins with Takanori Iwata as high school teacher Ichikawa stating “This is not a story about blonde hair, it’s my personal story.” “Blonde” will be… Read more »