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Trigger is a South Korean action crime thriller series written and directed by Kwon Oh-seung. The Netflix series is set in South Korea, where illegal firearms are banned, but when illegal guns flood into the country, a police officer must do everything he can to save innocent people from their effects. Trigger stars Kim Nam-gil, Kim Young-Kwang, Park Hoon, Gil Hae-yeon, and Kim Won-hae. So, if you loved the thrilling and intense drama and compelling characters in Netflix’s Trigger, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Karma is a South Korean crime thriller drama series written and directed by Lee Il-hyung. Based on the Kakao webtoon of the same name by Choi Hee-seon, the Netflix series revolves around a group of people as they get embroiled in a toxic and...

Kim Go-Eun Returns in Yumi’s Cells Season 3, Premiering in 2026 With New Love Interests and Familiar Faces(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Yumi’s Cells first premiered in 2021. Based on a popular webtoon, the psychological romance drama revolves around the character Kim Yumi (played by Kim Go-Eun). It explores her daily life as an ordinary office worker, but through her brain cells, which play a very important role in the series. The K-drama has already streamed two seasons so far, and it is returning for the third season.

Tving’s beloved K-drama featured a stellar star cast in the last two seasons, including Ahn Bo-Hyun, GOT7’s Park JinYoung, Park Ji-Hyun, Lee Yoo-Bi, Choi Min-Ho, and others in important roles. Now, as season 3 has been confirmed and the filming has begun, scroll ahead to know everything about it.

Yumi’s Cells: Who’s Going To Star In It?

Yumi’s Cells is the first Korean...

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Good Boy is a South Korean police procedural action comedy-drama series written by Lee Dae-il. The Jtbc series revolves around four former elite athletes who form a special police team to fight against violent crimes by using their mastered skills. Good Boy stars Park Bo-gum, Kim So-hyun, Oh Jung-se, Lee Sang-yi, Heo Sung-tae, and Tae Won-seok. So, if you loved the brutal action, thrilling mysteries, and compelling characters in Good Boy, here are some similar KDramas you should check out next.

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Bloodhounds is a South Korean action drama series written by Jack Park Sayean. Based on the Naver webtoon of the same name by Jeong Chan, the Netflix series revolves around two young boxers who work with a wealthy man to fight against ruthless loan sharks who are exploiting the financially struggling people. Bloodhounds stars Woo Do-hwan,...

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Mercy for None is a South Korean action noir crime thriller drama series created by Yoo Ki-seong. Based on the webtoon Plaza Wars: Mercy for None by Oh Se-hyung and Kim Gyun-tae, the Netflix series follows Nam Gi-jun, a former crime enforcer who left his life of crime behind, but when his brother is murdered, he returns to seek revenge. Mercy for None stars So Ji-sub, Huh Joon-ho, Ahn Gil-kang, Lee Beom-soo, Gong Myung, Choo Young-woo, and Jo Han-chul. So, if you loved the thrilling story, brutal action, and compelling characters in Mercy for None, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

My Name (Netflix) Credit – Netflix

My Name is a South Korean action crime thriller series created by Kim Ba-da. The Netflix series follows Yoon Ji-woo, a woman driven to get revenge for the death of her father,...

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After the success of South Korean shows like Squid Game and Sweet Home, there is no denying that the whole world has somewhat fallen in love with K-dramas. Maybe that’s why the streamers are racing to get as many South Korean titles in their content library as possible, and Prime Video is definitely not behind in that race. This upcoming June, the Amazon-owned streaming service is adding these 8 hit K-dramas to its content library.

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Another Miss Oh is a South Korean romantic comedy-drama series co-written by Park Hae-young and Wi So-young. The Tvn series revolves around two women with the same name and how that creates various misunderstandings and chaos in their lives. Another Miss Oh stars Eric Mun, Seo Hyun-jin, Jeon Hye-bin, Ye Ji-won, Kim Ji-seok, and Heo Jung-min.

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Actors Who Unfollowed Kim Soo Hyun On Instagram Amid Kim Sae Ron Row(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Kim Soo Hyun is experiencing one of the worst downfalls in the history of the Korean entertainment industry. Following the death of his ex-lover, Kim Sae Ron, the actor got embroiled in a massive controversy. He has been accused of many things, from grooming the late actress when she was a minor to allegedly cheating on her with different women. Amid the row, many of his fellow colleagues, who have been actively following his work, have pressed the unfollow button on Instagram. Among them are some of the biggest names like Ahn Bo Hyun and Im Si Wan.

The first to take this step was Im Si Wan, the Squid Game 2 star. Not too long ago, he co-starred Kim Soo Hyun during an episode of Bigbang’s G-Dragon’s variety show Good Day. However,...

Nct’s Jaehyun Receives Hate For Allegedly Breaking Blackpink’s Rosé’s heart(Photo Credit –Instagram)

There has always been much curiosity about Blackpink members’ dating lives. However, except a few rumors, the stars have so far managed to keep it under the wraps. The speculations ignited once again after Rosé released her first studio album rosie, back in December 2024. The album has the title track toxic till the end. The lyrics and the music video explores a negative chapter of her life, when she was experiencing a toxic relationship.

Notably, Rosé herself revealed that the song was inspired by her real-life experience, and this led many to launch a “witch hunt” and find out who the guy that caused her massive heartbreak was. Fans began speculating who could have been her ex-lover; the list included the likes of Jaden Smith. However, the most notable name that was brought up...

The best K-drama series can charm audiences with compelling conflicts and plot lines, but it all depends on how well the cast fits the characters. The K-dramas, like passionate romances and emotional storylines, risk falling flat when the actors aren't the right fit for the show. Incredible K-drama actors can elevate the show with their portrayals of their characters. From heartbreaking tragedies to action-filled thrillers, masterclass acting in K-dramas is essential to making the series believable and engaging.

K-drama actors and their performances are a major factor in whether a series is a hit or a flop. Not even immaculately planned and executed masterpiece K-dramas can be salvaged if the main cast's acting ability isn't compelling or doesn't quite match what the story needs. Ranging from lighthearted romantic comedies to thrilling crime dramas, shows with skilled actors and remarkable and authentic acting have skyrocketed the popularity of K-dramas.

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Flex X Cop is Sbs TV’s latest romantic crime series directed by Kim Jae-hong, from a screenplay by Kim Ba-da. The Korean drama is airing on Disney+ and it revolves around Jin Yi-soo, an immature third-generation chaebol who starts working as a detective with a veteran violent crime department detective Lee Kang-hyun. Initially, Kang-hyun thinks that Yi-soo is nothing but trouble and wants nothing to do with him but soon they begin to trust each other, and a romance blossoms.

Flex X Cop – Episode Guide (When Will the New Episodes Air?) Credit – Sbs TV

Flex X Cop consists of sixteen episodes in total. The Sbs TV drama premiered on Disney+ with its first episode on January 26, with the next episode coming out the next day. The rest of the episodes will be airing every Friday and Saturday. Check out the full episode for the Korean drama below:

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The Bequeathed is a slow-burn Korean crime thriller streaming on Netflix. The 6-episode show sometimes feels tedious and has a lackluster punch; however, it’s a decent weekend binge-watch, especially with friends, because you can come up with your own theories and find little details to make it more entertaining. But if you’re looking for something more unnerving in terms of plot twists or criminal activity, then some of the shows on this list are going to be feeding you well. Of course, there are the classics like Tunnel, Signal, and Voice that are usually the first on this list, but I’m going to avoid those and give you some slightly newer shows that you may have missed. On the other hand, I’ve also added a couple of shows here that come under the “exasperated” watch list because of how frustrating they are to watch. Anxiety to the roof,...

Jisoo and Ahn Bo Hyun are no longer together.

The 28-year-old Blackpink superstar and the 35-year-old See You in My 19th Life actor have gone their separate ways, Yg Entertainment confirmed.

On Tuesday (October 24), Korean news outlets reported that the two had separated, and “naturally became distant due to their busy schedules, and they recently broke up,” via Soompi.

In response to the report, Blackpink’s agency Yg Entertainment issued a statement: “It is true that Jisoo and Ahn Bo Hyun broke up.”

It was previously revealed that Jisoo and Ahn Bo Hyun were in a relationship back in August.

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It seems Blackpink's Jisoo and Ahn Bo Hyun's romance wasn't meant to last because the famous pair split after only a few months of dating.

Back on Aug. 3, it was revealed that Jisoo was dating Ahn after the pair were photographed meeting up in pictures obtained by Korean news outlet Dispatch. Jisoo and Ahn's respective agencies, Yg Entertainment and Fn Entertainment, confirmed the new relationship. "They are getting to know each other with positive feelings," the agencies said in a statement to Newsen (via Soompi), adding, "We would be thankful if you look upon them with warmth."

However, on Oct. 24, after three months of low-key dating, Korean news outlet Jtbc reported that the pair had split. A source told the publication, "Jisoo and Ahn Bo Hyun's relationship naturally became distant due to their busy schedules, and...

Jisoo has found new love.

The Blackpink member is dating South Korean actor Ahn Bo Hyun, CNN confirmed, after the pair were spotted together at the actor’s agency, Fn Entertainment, in Seoul.

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“The two are in a stage where they are getting to know each other slowly with good feelings. We would appreciate if you could watch the couple with a warm gaze,” the agency said in a statement.

Blackpink’s agency Yg Entertainment also released a similar statement confirming the coupling.

Since making his onscreen debut in 2014, Ahn has starred in a number of films and TV shows, including playing the lead in Netflix’s “My Name”.

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Jisoo, meanwhile, has become a massive star as part of Blackpink, but has stretched...

Seoul, Aug 3 (Ians) Jisoo, who is the member of K-Pop girl supergroup Blackpink is in a romantic relationship with actor Ahn Bo-hyun.

Jisoo’s agency confirmed the news about her relationship with the actor on Thursday, reports Yonhap.

“They are currently in the phase of acquainting themselves with each other,” Yg Entertainment said, confirming a media report on their relationship. “We would appreciate it if you extend warm support and understanding.”

Earlier in the day, Dispatch, a local online entertainment news outlet, reported the two were spotted on a date at Jisoo’s residence in downtown Seoul.

She made an acting debut as Eun Yeong-ro, the female protagonist of Jtbc’s hit drama series ‘Snowdrop’, in 2021.

In March, she released her debut solo single ‘Me’, which immediately soared to the top of various music charts and TV music programs.

Ahn Bo-hyun has been better known as an actor since his...

See You In My 19th Life has come to an end, and we’re sad that we can’t look forward to seeing a shy Ahn Bo-Hyun get rattled by a forward Shin Hye-Sun any longer. The 11th episode had to be the most dramatic of them all, and Shin Hye-Sun proves again that she’s incredible at crying on screen (Looking at you “Angel’s Last Mission: Love”). A lot of questions still remain at the end of episode 11, and episode 12 gives us the closure we need for them all, but is it a happy ending for Seo-Ha and Ji-Eum? Let’s find out!

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In her first life, Ji-Eum (Su) had died beside Seo-Ha (Han-Ya) after cursing herself to remember the rage she felt, and the moment Cheon-u killed her sister for 1000s of years until she got her revenge. Seo-Ha is right...

After seeing the movie Past Lives and sitting down to watch See You In My 19th Life, there’s an interesting sense of overlap between the two drastically different plots. One is a fantasy tale about a girl who remembers her past lives, and the other is a movie about a love story that could’ve been, but both talk about the fate of meeting someone special in life. As we come closer to the end of See You In My 19th Life, there are a lot of new developments in Seo-Ha and Ji-Eum’s relationship. At the same time, we’re getting closer to the revelation of why someone tried to kill Seo-Ha all those years ago. It’s a shame we’re not going to get to see more of the sizzling chemistry between Ahn Bo-Hyun and Shin Hye-Sun, but alas, good things don’t last forever.

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Shin Hye-Sun’s much-anticipated comeback is a webtoon adaptation. See You In My 19th Life is extremely fun, and it’s so interesting to see Ahn Bo-Hyun in this role that’s so different from anything we’ve seen him do before, although he slightly resembles his character in “Yumi’s Cells.” Still, that’s a more realistic show, whereas See You In My 19th Life has a fantastical element that makes him feel even more out of place, but it works perfectly. In the first two episodes, we got introduced to the characters Seo-Ha and Yoon Ju-Won. Ju-Won was a beloved friend to Seo-Ha, but she died when they were young, leaving Seo-Ha alone; except that that was Ju-Won’s 18th life, and she remembers all her past lives. When she’s born again in her 19th life, she’s determined to come back to Seo-Ha, so that’s how...

See You in My 19th Life's Ban Jieum might have two people rivaling for Moon Seoha's affections -- both of whom are difficult for her to win against.

As per Soompi, See You in My 19th Life released the stills for Episode 3, teasing a rather unexpected rival for Ban Jieum. Jieum, played by Shin Hyesun, runs in the rain to Moon Seoha's, portrayed by Ahn Bohyun, house to see him. However, after she confesses to Seoha that she likes him, the door to his house opens and Yoon Chowon, played by Ha Yunkyung, emerges, drying her hair. What stuns Jieum the most is that Chowon was her sister in her previous life when she lived as Yoon Joowon.

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Are you looking for a new show to watch on Netflix? Look no further than See you in my 19th Life, a South Korean series that explores the power of love over time. Based on a popular comic book, the show features relatable characters and a compelling storyline.

The series, created by Lee Na-jeong, stars Shin Hae-sun, Ahn Bo-hyun, and Ha Yoon-kyung. It tells the story of Ban Ji-eum, who must overcome memories and obstacles from past lives to find true love.

Can memories from past lives influence present-day events? “See you in my 19th Life” delves into this question and more as it explores the enduring power of love. With 19 lives and a thousand years of reincarnation, the show promises to be an emotional rollercoaster.

If you’re a fan of heartfelt characters and timeless romance, See You in My 19th Life is the show for you. Don’t...

See You in My 19th Life will return with new spinoff episodes along with its live-action adaptation this June.

Webtoon revealed the platform will release a special See You in My 19th Life spinoff called Memories shortly after the live-action adaptation's premiere. Fans can read the first five episodes on June 21 when the spinoff drops. Meanwhile, as they wait, fans can check out the live-action adaptation, starring Shin Hyesun and Ahn Bohyun as Ban Jieum and Moon Seoha, on June 17, where it will stream on Netflix.

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Per Webtoon's synopsis of Memories:

The special spin-off episodes, “Memories,” follow young siblings Juwom and Seoha after their mother passes away and has not yet been reincarnated, as they search for an old necklace their mother lost in a small countryside town she frequented and embark on an adventure down memory lane.

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One life is already hard enough to live through, but 19 of them? See You In My 19th Life's Ban Jieum has some experience with that.

In anticipation of the upcoming live-action adaptation of the hit, webcomic See You in My 19th Life, the streaming platform tvN has released a highlight reel spotlighting the various key moments of the drama. Ban Jieum has lived through decades upon decades and has had numerous ups and downs. From a child star dancing on TV to an archer to a man who can hold his liquor well, Jieum has done and lived through it all, enduring both great happiness and great pain. The reel dives into Jieum's childhood friend Moon Seoha's trauma, culminating in Jieum reuniting with Seoha and her sister from her past life.

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Korean dramas have long been a favorite among Asian entertainment seekers, establishing themselves as a go-to place for romantic stories. These shows enchant us with plenty of fluffy moments and much-needed emotional impact. Contrary to popular opinion, Korean dramas offer more than just romance stories, as evidenced by series such as Squid Game, All of Us Are Dead, and Signal.

With the sheer number of these releases each year and month, it's easy to get lost in binge-watching the episodes all night. Furthermore, we typically find ourselves struggling to find a quality Korean series, most likely because there are so many fantastic ones, and we are unclear about what to watch. Given the abundance of exciting shows releasing in June, here's a list of the best Korean dramas you can watch.

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Bloodhounds is undeniably the most anticipated Korean drama of June 2023 since it is based on a popular...

It would be fair conclusion to say that 2021 was a successful year for K-Dramas. The year, through many cable and national broadcasting networks, the country’s tv industry released many successful series. Streaming giant Netflix too came in strong, buying world-wide distribution rights to many popular titles, while also doubling down on their own original productions, investing heavily into content from the country and increasing output too, to the point of releasing a new K-Drama almost every month in the second half of last year. Of course, the success of a number of these shows is now well-known, but other streaming services like iQiyi, Viki etc. also played an important part in getting several Korean series out to the wider worldwide audience, resulting in a strong year for shows of various genres.

Without further ado, here is the list of the 20 best K-Dramas of 2021, in descending order.

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Festival’s 26 th edition runs October 6-15.

South Korea’s Busan International Film Festival (Biff) is launching its On Screen section which will carry premieres of high-profile drama series that will later be streamed on Ott video platforms.

Biff, whose 26th edition will be held October 6-15, said the section “aims to precisely reflect the current state of the market, which is expanding multi-directionally, while embracing the extended flow and value of cinema” and should be “able to present more diverse and higher-quality works to the audience, whose range of fandom is expanding”.

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“Hellbound,” the TV series debut of “Train to Busan” director Yeon Sang-ho, is one of three shows to be showcased in the new On Screen section of the Busan International Film Festival. The festival also announced that its Asian Contents & Film Market will operate in similar fashion to last year in a hybrid format.

The On Screen section is intended to “showcase highly anticipated drama series on Ott platforms as either world premieres or Asia premieres,” the festival said. This “precisely reflects the current state of the market, which is expanding multi-directionally, while embracing the extended flow and value of cinema.”

The two other new shows are “My Name,” from Kim Jin-min (Netflix’s “Extracurricular”), and youth drama “Forbidden,” which was co-directed by Thailand’s Anucha Boonyawatana and Korean-American, Josh Kim.

“Hellbound” and “My Name” are both Korean dramas set to play out on Netflix, while “Forbidden” is an HBO Asia original series.