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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...

Over the past several years, South Korean scripted television, or K-dramas, have found increasing success with audiences worldwide. Whether it's tautly paced psychological thrillers, romantic period piece dramas, or sweet comedies, there's a K-drama for everyone. And in contrast to American shows, many Korean titles only run for a pre-planned set number of episodes, often contained to a single season, making them especially binge-friendly. This also lends to the appeal of Korean shows, telling a complete and satisfying story with a clearly established conclusion.

And while there are plenty of K-dramas to choose from, there are a handful that rise above the rest as must-watch that any self-respecting fan needs to see. Not only are these shows among the best K-dramas ever made, but they are also largely accessible to newcomers to Korean television. These selections run the gamut of genres while highlighting common elements in Korean shows. With all that said,...

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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.

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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,...

Natalie Portman, Eiza Gonzalez and Rachel Brosnahan step out for the Dior Cruise 2026 fashion show held at Villa Albani-Torlonia on Tuesday (May 27) in Rome, Italy.

The ladies were just a few of the famous actresses in attendance at the presentation this week.

Also in attendance were Sarah Catherine Hook, Ashley Park, Rosamund Pike, Alexandra Daddario, Maria Fernanda Candido, Deva Cassel and Han So Hee, as well as Laura Morante, Angelina Woreth, Camille Cottin, Nadia Tereszkiewicz, Marisa Berenson, Nine d’Urso and Razane Jammal.

In case you missed it, Natalie is set to star in an upcoming romantic comedy from director Lena Dunham, and the star-studded cast was recently revealed!

Earlier this month, Eiza gushed about her boyfriend Grigor Dimitrov while celebrating his birthday.

Fyi: All of the women are wearing Dior by Maria Grazia Chiuri.

Browse through the gallery to see more photos of the stars at the Dior Cruise 2026 fashion show…...

Disha Patani Turns Up The Heat In Her Raunchi Avatar (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Disha Patani enjoys the summers more than anyone and raises mercury levels with her sultry bikini look. The actress has posted several sizzling shots from her vacation. If you are planning a beach getaway, take tips from these latest looks. Scroll below for the deets.

The actress is a trendsetter when it comes to fashion. Her style screams bold and sultry. She carries it all with great confidence, accompanied by minimalistic accessories. The summer season is always a great time for a beach vacation in a foreign location. Disha is one of the most prominent faces in the entertainment world these days, and she has also been an inspiration for many. She is hardworking and focused.

Disha Patani’s Striking Beach Ensemble

The Kanguva actress is very active on her social media, having over 61.3 million followers on Instagram.

Here’s Everything You Need To Know About KPop Demon Hunters(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Over the years, K-pop has found a large global fan base. While initially it was only known in its origin place of Korea, now the world has joined in to enjoy the music, the artists, the fashion, and all of the content. Kpop Demon Hunters is an animated musical fantasy movie that revolves around three Kpop stars and how they are living double lives as pop stars and demon hunters. The trailer of the upcoming film has already enticed fans who cannot wait to enjoy it. Here’s what we know about the movie, including its release date, voice cast, and official synopsis.

KPop Demon Hunters: Release Date & Voice Cast

Kpop Demon Hunters officially releases on June 20, 2025, on Netflix. The 95-minute film features gorgeous outfits, pop star culture, friendship, fun, cool music, and everything a...

Korean Actress Song Hye-Kyo’s Dating History ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Starting a career in the entertainment industry at the age of 15, Song Hye-Kyo has grown up in front of the public’s eye. She became one of the most versatile actresses in South Korea and not only gained huge success but also got scrutinized for every step she took in her personal life. Being a public figure often follows unwanted attention and criticism. Her fans have always been too interested in knowing who she is dating or what her relationship status is.

She has always been in the limelight, from circulating whirlwind reports about her marriage and divorce with Song Joong-Ki to having a well-known affair with Hyun Bin. Hye-Kyo has also been linked with other Korean actors, including Lee Byung-Hun and Park Bo-Gum. So, let us give you a detailed report on The Glory actress’s dating history.

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When Kiara Advani Lit Up The Shore In A Yellow Ensemble (Photo Credit –Instagram)

Kiara Advani is one of the brightest stars among the current generation of actors in the film industry. She has been part of some of the most successful movies in the past few years and is now ready to take on a new role in real life. She is a gorgeous woman, and her style statements are effortlessly chic. From glamorous sarees to casual wear, she aces every fashion statement and increases tenfold whenever the Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3-star flashes her gorgeous smile. In the War 2 teaser released today, Kiara appeared for a few seconds and stole the show with her yellow beachwear and stunning physique. It reminded us of a throwback look of the actress in a similar vibrant hue. Scroll below for more.

Kiara is married to Sidharth Malhotra, and their fans waited with bated breath for the pictures.

Kim Go-Eun & Han So-Hee Light Up Cannes 2025(Photo Credit –Instagram)

The 78th Cannes Film Festival has already commenced, and many prominent celebrities have arrived, among whom Kim Go-Eun and Han So-Hee are also present. Here’s how they looked. On May 13, 2025, the Cannes Film Festival 2025 kicked off, and among many popular names, Korean actresses Kim Go-Eun and Han So-Hee walked the red carpet while making every head turn toward them at the event with their beauty. This was So-Hee’s second time at the Cannes Film Festival. Since the news was announced, their fans had been waiting to see their look on the carpet.

Both actresses were invited to the prestigious event as brand ambassadors of huge brands. While Go-Eun dazzled everyone on May 14, 2025, the My Name actress appeared on May 18, 2025, looking absolutely stunning in a white outfit. Scroll ahead to find out what they wore to the event’s red carpet.

South Korea’s Plus M Entertainment and Japan’s Kddi Corporation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on theatrical releases across the two territories and jointly develop remakes.

In a bid to strengthen ties between the two Asian markets, the agreement will include simultaneous theatrical releases and market campaigns in Korea and Japan; the co-hosting of remastered screenings through affiliated theatres; and the joint development and remake of IP. It also includes the launch of a work exchange programme

Historically, due to the nature of the Japanese theatrical market – where major distributors finalise their annual release schedules...

Iu And Cha Eun-Woo Chaumet Campaign (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Cha Eun-Wooh isn’t only known for his acting skills and has been a K-pop idol since he debuted with the boy band Astro in 2016. The idol-turned-actor has earned many accolades over the years as a singer as well as an established actor. However, his fans have been waiting to see him once again with the idol-turned-actress Iu ever since they collaborated on a jewelry campaign for Chaumet in February. Now, their manifestations have come true.

Yes, that’s right. Because reports (Via Koreaboo) have been rife that Eun-Woo is going to make a special cameo in Iu’s upcoming music video, and their fandom is going crazy. This has created a buzz online, and the netizens are waiting to see their chemistry play out in the video. The track has already been raising expectations. Scroll ahead to find out more.

Han So-Hee To Play Anne Hathaway’s Iconic Role In The Intern Korean Remake? (Photo Credit – Instagram/Prime Video)

One of the most well-known South Korean actresses, Han So-Hee, has reportedly been offered to play Jules from the popular film The Intern. The role was originally played by the American actress Anne Hathaway, and the diva made it iconic. Now, people are doubting whether So-Hee will be able to step into Anne’s shoes or not. This is why netizens have been sharing mixed responses to this report.

So-Hee has a versatile filmography with projects like My Name, Gyeonseong Creature, Nevertheless, Soundtrack #1, and many more in her lineup. She has often proved her versatility through her performances. While many think she is the perfect person to play the character Jules, others argued that she’s too young to portray the role. Scroll ahead to read more about it.

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Korean scripted shows, or K-dramas, have looked to American and British sources of inspiration before, even providing their own spin on Agatha Christie's British literary detective Miss Marple. For the 2020 psychological thriller "The World of the Married," however, the show's creative team took inspiration from far darker and more recent source material. Indeed, the acclaimed 2015 British series "Doctor Foster," which features a strong early performance from Jodie Comer, served as the narrative basis for the K-drama. Though both shows share an underlying conflict and escalating brutal stakes, the Korean iteration deviates from the British show quickly and noticeably.

Both stories focus on a successful doctor: Gemma Foster (Suranne Jones) in the original and Ji Sun-woo (Kim Hee-ae) in the Korean version. Seemingly happily married, the protagonists learn that their husbands are cheating on them with younger women, leading to an unraveling of more devastating secrets. The wronged wives pursue...

Park Bo-Young Blonde Transformation ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Park Bo-Young is pushing her limits and proving her acting mettle with her back-to-back dramas. She is currently gearing up for her upcoming K-drama, Unknown Seoul, for which she took a bold decision to go blonde for her character. Her new transformation has created quite a buzz on social media platforms. For this drama, the actress took on a complex role.

On April 15, 2025, tvN released a few still cuts of Bo-Young from the drama Unknown Seoul, and she looked completely different than her usual self. The Melo Movie actress is not playing one character, but she is portraying four different, distinctive roles where the characters will face betrayal, deception, and more. Fans have already gone crazy.

Park Bo-Young is playing twin sisters – Yoo Mi-Ji and Yoo Mi-Rae in Unknown Seoul, which is scheduled to premiere on May 24, 2025. The romantic drama revolves around these...

Here’s All We Know About The Budget Of Kim Seon-Ho & Suzy’s K-Drama Delusion! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

After replacing Ryu Jun-Yeol and Han So-Hee, Kim Seon-Ho and Suzy will lead the upcoming fantasy drama Delusion. It is one of the most anticipated dramas, and after the cast change announcement, it raised even more excitement among the viewers. Before the new cast announcement, some reports suggested an indefinite delay in the project as the lead stars had opted out of it. Now, it’s claiming to be one of the biggest budgeted K-dramas.

Well, that’s true. According to new reports, this project, based on a webtoon, has been reimagined as a series after initially being planned as a film. Scroll ahead to find out more about it. On April 11, 2025, Jtbc (via AllKpop) reported that Delusion, featuring Kim Seon-Ho, Suzy, and Choi Hyun-Wook, is expected to be one of the biggest-budget K-dramas.

Why Is Kim Soo-Hyun’s Goldmedalist Agency In Trouble? (Photo Credit – Wikipedia)

While Kim Soo-Hyun was embroiled in controversies and speculations about his past relationship with Kim Sae-Ron, his agency, Gold Medalist, got caught in another mess. The agency was trying to put out the fire Soo-Hyun was in, but little did anyone know that they would be investigated for financial allegations. Reports suggest that the agency has been involved in stock manipulation.

The allegations have been made by Garo Sero Research Institute, the platform that also accused Kim Soo-Hyun of several things related to the late actress Kim Sae-Ron. As per reports, police are investigating the proclamations about Gold Medalist’s stock manipulation concerning the Siwon School. For those who don’t know about Siwon School, it’s an online education platform that’s also been listed on South Korea’s Kosdaq (Korean Securities Dealers Automated Quotation).

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Han So-Hee Hyeri controversy (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Han So-Hee, who began her career as a supporting actress in several K-dramas like Money Flower, 100 Days My Prince, and Abyss, transitioned into a lead actress with her hard work and dedication within a few years. She showcased her talent and grabbed lead roles in various dramas ranging from rom-com to action to fantasy thrillers. However, her life soon got embroiled in controversy when she confirmed her relationship with Ryu Jun-Yeol.

People started to point out that it was some sort of a rebound relationship, and the actress got entangled in the center of the controversy because of her indirect comments toward Hyeri, Ryu Jun-Yeol’s ex-girlfriend. Soon after that, reports claimed that they parted ways. Now, in a recent post, Gyeongseong Creature actress shared a life update about her and apologized for not being able to communicate with her fans.

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BTS’ Jungkook’s Golden Track Seven Earns Brit Gold (Photo Credit – Instagram)

BTS’ Jungkook has set a new record with his smash-hit solo debut song, Seven. Released back in July 2023, the song has now earned a Brit gold certification in the UK. With this, the K-pop star has now achieved a new milestone never reached by any from the Korean music industry. Truly, Jungkook’s solo success list is never-ending.

On March 21, the British Photographic Industry (BPI) revealed that Jungkook’s Seven featuring Latto has been officially certified Brit gold in the United Kingdom. With this, not only did he earn his first Brit gold, but Seven also became the first-ever K-pop debut song to earn the coveted certification in the UK.

A single is certified gold when it has sold over 400,000 units, while an album earns the same at 100,000 units sold, according to the British Photographic Industry’s certification thresholds.

Whether it's "Squid Game" or any number of crime thrillers, K-dramas, or South Korean scripted television of any genre, are taking over the world. The best K-dramas are expertly crafted, with tightly self-contained stories moving at a brisk pace. Korean filmmakers have mastered the art of making their shows binge-friendly, often ending episodes with cliffhangers or plot twists perfect for hooking viewers to immediately watch the next episode. And with many K-dramas only lasting for a single season, there are plenty of shows that can be binged on a relaxing weekend or even in a single day.

Typically, K-dramas tend to last anywhere from a dozen to around 16 episodes to tell a complete story, not often getting follow-up seasons. Even more binge-friendly are shows that run for 10 episodes or less, with their stories unfolding rapidly, holding viewer attention. With shows like these, once you get started, chances are you're not...

5 best 2024 fantasy dramas to rewatch right away! (Photo Credit – Netflix)

Watching a K-drama, be it an action-thriller, horror, or a rom-com, is like an addiction. We start with a motto ‘just one more episode’ but end up watching the whole series in one go. Among all the genres, my favorite one is fantasy drama that incorporates other worlds, superpowers, time travel, soul shifting, and so on. 2025 has already dropped a lineup of fantasy dramas like Newtopia, The Tyrant Chef, Gyeonwoo and the Fairy, and more.

However, before you step on the new list of K-dramas, we have listed 5 great fantasy dramas from My Demon, Lovely Runner, The Judge from Hell, and more from 2024 for you to binge-watch if you haven’t. And well, if you have already watched them last year, what’s in it to rewatch them again? So, scroll ahead to read more.

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Did You Know Kim Sae-Ron Once Struggled To Pay A Huge Amount Of Debt? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The news of South Korean actress Kim Sae-Ron’s death has left everyone in shock. She was found at her home in Seongdong-gu in Seoul on February 16, 2025. Sae-Ron started her career as a child model in 2001 and soon stepped into the acting industry as a child artist and debuted with A Brand New Life. But she got recognition after featuring in The Man from Nowhere.

Sae-Ron soon transitioned into a lead South Korean actress and appeared in dramas like Hi! School—Love On and Bloodhounds. However, in 2022, her career hit a rough spot following a drink-and-drive case. At that time, her financial status prevented her from paying a huge debt.

In November 2022, Kim Sae-Ron was involved in a drunk driving accident incident and was fined 20 million Krw. Later, during the same time frame, she...

South Korea’s Plus M Entertainment arrives at the 2025 Berlin European Film Market (EFM) with a star-studded lineup led by “Squid Game 2” actor Kang Ha-neul in crime thriller “Yadang: The Snitch” and an international cast including Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung, and “Squid Game” actor Hoyeon in Na Hong-jin’s “Hope.”

“Yadang: The Snitch,” from the producers behind record-breaking hit “12:12 The Day” and “Inside Men,” follows professional informants called “yadang” who provide covert information about the drug world to prosecutors and police. When a drug bust at a party attended by high-profile second-generation VIPs leads to a dangerous conspiracy, a seasoned yadang must fight to survive. The film pairs Kang with “Exhuma” star Yoo Hai-jin and “The World of the Married” actor Park Hae-joon.

“Train to Busan” director Yeon Sang-ho returns with “The Ugly,” a mystery thriller starring “Harbin” lead Park Jeong-min and “Parasyte: The Grey” actor Kwon Hae-hyo,...

Warning: Spoilers for Squid Game season 2The second season of Squid Game sees chief antagonist the Front Man temporarily hand over supervision of the games to the equally machiavellian Masked Officer, played by Park Hee-soon. The actor is in his element as a complex villain with his own agenda, which is no surprise given his role as crime lord Choi Mu-jin in the acclaimed 2021 K-Drama My Name.

In My Name, Hee-soon stars opposite Korean megastar Han So-hee, whose character Yoon Ji-woo is out to avenge the murder of her father. She goes to Choi Mu-jin for help, but is initially rebutted when he asks her, "Do you know what it's like to kill someone?" In the episodes that follow, Ji-woo’s journey to becoming a killer mirrors the transformation from romantic lead to all-action hero that So-hee undertakes in her best role yet. Park Hee-soon is the perfect...

Song Kang has starred in several K-drama romances, but his role in the 2021 series Nevertheless is fascinatingly different from most of his other characters. Since appearing as Hwang Sun-oh in Love Alarm, Song Kang has made a name for himself as one of the best K-drama actors. His career, although relatively new, includes some great K-dramas, such as Sweet Home, My Demon, and Forecasting Love and Weather. Song Kang is even known as the “Son of Netflix” because of how many of his shows have become global hits on the streaming platform.

Based on a Webtoon of the same name, Nevertheless sees Song Kang's Jae-eon and Han So-hee's Yoo Na-bi begin a complicated relationship. Unlike most romantic K-dramas, Nevertheless doesn't have the usual tropes used in the genre, but instead sets itself apart by having a more grounded and slightly darker story. Although Song Kang is known for starring...

K-drama When The Phone Rings is the perfect blend of spicy romance, loads of mystery, and just the right amount of drama that nearly feels too over the top but isn’t. I’m going to be honest; it’s really hard to find other shows that are similar in any way, but I guess, as I always do, I’ll try to list some shows that share at least one of these things in common with When The Phone Rings. If you’re familiar with our website, you know I’ve been saying this in nearly every episodic recap, but I find the show quite reminiscent of some old shows, particularly from 2013-2016, so it wouldn’t make sense if I made a listicle without any shows from that time. With that said, though, I will try to give you a balanced set of shows, both old and new,...

It's been three years since Song Kang and Han So-hee’s K-drama, Nevertheless was released, and this new Netflix romantic J-drama is perfect to watch if you miss the original show. Directed by Kim Ga-ram and based on the webtoon of the same name by Jung Seo, Nevertheless sees Yoo Na-bi and Park Jae-eon falling in love despite being skeptical about romantic relationships. The 10-episode romantic K-drama is one of Song Kang and Han So-Hee’s best shows and has been praised for how the plot isn't like the typical storyline that audiences have come to expect from shows in the genre.

Given Nevertheless’ success and popularity, a second season would have been expected. However, the K-drama didn't get a sophomore season. Instead, a Japanese remake of Na-bi and Jae-eon’s romance was created. The J-drama, Nevertheless: The Shapes of Love, follows the same storyline as the original K-drama and...

Han So-hee and Song Kang’s critically acclaimed Nevertheless K-drama is back three years later but as an entirely different project with different actors. Based on a Korean webtoon of the same name, Nevertheless is one of the best romantic K-dramas of all time and ditches a lot of the genre’s tropes to tell a more grounded, intense love story. Han So-hee plays Na-bi, who has just come out of a toxic relationship and is not ready to fall in love again. Jae-on, Song Kang’s character, is a charming, flirty man who doesn’t seem interested in a real relationship.

The concept of two people who are not ready for a relationship falling in love made Nevertheless a rather fascinating K-drama that stood out from other entries in the genre. While broadcast K-dramas rarely get sequels, it is not uncommon for Korean shows to get international remakes. Nevertheless:...

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When we say that Netflix has something for everyone it is true for fans of all genres but especially true for the horror genre fans. With an incredible creator like Mike Flanagan who made brilliant horror shows and movies, Netflix has abundant peak horror content. So, today we thought of listing what we thought were the best horror shows on Netflix.

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Hellbound is a South Korean supernatural dark fantasy horror thriller series created by Yeon Sang-ho and Choi Gyu-seok. Based on the webtoon of the same name by Sang-ho and Gyu-seok, the Netflix series is set in a world where unearthly creatures appear and condemn people to hell prompting people to create their own religious factions. Hellbound stars Yoo Ah-in, Kim Hyun-joo, Park Jeong-min, Won Jin-ah, Yang Ik-june, and Kim Do-yoon.

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Wi Ha-joons Gyeongseong Creature character did not properly return in season 2, but fortunately, the actor will soon shine in another Netflix K-dramas second season. While Wi Ha-joons popularity achieved new heights after his role in 2021s Squid Game, he has been delivering great performances for several years now. Wi Ha-joons K-drama career includes roles in shows such as 18 Again, Something in the Rain, and, Romance Is a Bonus Book. He has also been in movies such as Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum and Midnight, both of which are in the horror genre.

One of Wi Ha-joons most important roles in recent years was also in a horror story Gyeongseong Creature. The Netflix original series premiered in 2023 with a tale about generational trauma and the horrors faced during Japans occupation of Korea set in the final months of World War II. While Gyeongseong Creature incorporated real-life elements, such as the history of...

Since 2017, South Korean actress Han So-hee has appeared in a number of K-dramas, and each of her roles has been uniquely different, leading to some characters being way more interesting than others. Han first entered the K-drama scene in 2017 when she took on a minor role in the series, Reunited Worlds. From there, she quickly collected even more roles until she became a notable leading lady. Most recently, Han has become known for K-dramas like Gyeongseong Creature, Nevertheless, and My Name. Han is a talented actress with plenty to offer, but her characters aren't always the best.

Of the nine K-drama roles Han has originated, there are some truly amazing characters, and some more forgettable ones. Han's best characters are those with interesting storylines and plenty to do on-screen. Meanwhile, her worst characters are those who don't bring much to the plot, and worse, seem more like devices to keep...

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Hellbound is a South Korean dark fantasy horror thriller series directed by Yeon Sang-ho from a screenplay by Choi Gyu-seok. Based on the webtoon of the same name by Sang-ho, the Netflix series is set in a world where unearthly creatures appear and condemn people to hell. Soon after their appearance, religious groups begin forming on the ideology of divine justice. Hellbound stars Yoo Ah-in, Kim Hyun-joo, Park Jeong-min, Won Jin-ah, and Yang Ik-june. So, if you loved the dark fantasy elements, intensely thrilling story, and compelling characters in Hellbound here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Sweet Home is a South Korean apocalyptic action horror series written by Hong So-ri, Kim Hyung-min, and Park So-jung. Based on the Naver webtoon of the same name by Kim Carnby and Hwang Young-chan,...

Quick Links What Is the Gyeongseong Creature Drama About? The Drama Is Partly Based on a True Story Gyeongseong Creature Is a Fictionalized Version of History

Gyeongseong Creature is one of South Korea's finest action thrillers, living up to the high standards that K-dramas often set. Starring Park Seo Joon and Han So Hee, the drama has thus far released two thrilling seasons, the first in 2023 (set in the 1940s) and the second in the fall of 2024 (set in present-day Korea).

While the drama is packed with fictional elements like monsters and zombies, there are instances when it feels like it is based on true historical occurrences. While Season 2 is more reminiscent of Parasyte: The Grey, the first season mirrors many incidents from World War II. This brings us to the main question: Is Gyeongseong Creature based on a true story?

What Is the Gyeongseong Creature Drama About?

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Warning: This article contains Spoilers for Gyeongseong Creature Part 1.Gyeongseong Creature episode 7 concluded Part 1 with shocking twists and major cliffhangers, creating huge anticipation for Part 2. Similar to several Netflix shows, including many K-Drams, Gyeongseong Creature was released in two parts. The first part consisted of seven episodes, whereas part 2 had three episodes. Gyeongseong Creature Part 1 sees Chae-ok and all of the survivors escaping from the Ongseong Hospital and returning to the city. However, Tae-sang stays behind, and while he is not dead, he might be in a lot of trouble.

Gyeongseong Creature Part 1s ending also saw the Japanese police looking for the people who escaped the hospital, with the oppression against the locals increasing. Kato orchestrated for Chae-ok to drink a sample of Najin so that she would turn into a creature, just like what happened to her mother. However, he is not sure if she is the one who drank it,...

Warning! Contains Mild Spoilers For Gyeongseong Creature Season 2!Gyeongseong Creature season 1s finale has multiple cliffhangers, including a post-credits scene that changes everything about the stories of Chae-ok and Tae-sang. The newest Netflix Korean drama was split into two parts, with the first ending after Chae-ok and most of the hospital prisoners escaped. Gyeongseong Creature Part 2 picked up right from where episode 7 left off, and it ended with the Ongseong Hospital's destruction ahead of the end of the Japanese colonial rule over Korea in August 1945.

Gyeongseong Creature Part 2 confirmed that Lady Maeda was behind it all. Not only did she provide the Ongseong Hospital and the military with the funds they needed to conduct the experiments, but she also picked test subjects for them. Lady Maeda got Myeong-ja sent to the hospital, just like she arranged for Chae-oks mother to be captured and turned into a test subject years ago.

Warning: This article contains Spoilers for Gyeongseong Creature season 2.Gyeongseong Creature 2 answered a lot of pressing questions that were left unresolved in season 1, but the Netflix K-drama's second season brings forward even more mysteries that are in dire need of resolution. Starring Han So-hee and Park Seo-joon, Gyeongseong Creature is a K-drama about the Japanese occupation of Korea that delves into a story full of human-made horrors. Though the first season took place in 1945, season 2's strange time jump makes way for a host of unresolved mysteries.

Gyeongseong Creature 2's final episode left a lot of loose ends, suggesting that the Netflix K-drama's story is far from over. While a third season of Gyeongseong Creature has yet to be announced, the sheer number of mysteries waiting to be solved seems positive for fans looking for more from its intriguingly human story. These loose threads could see Gyeongseong Creature...

Warning: This article contains Spoilers for Gyeongseong Creature season 2.

Gyeongseong Creature season 2 finally answered the question of who Jang Ho-jae is and what Park Seo-joon's role is in the second chapter of the Netflix series. Initially, Park Seo-joon played Jang Tae-sang, owner of The House of Golden Treasure who had a close-knit network that allowed him to get anything he desired. Tae-sang played a vital role in the liberation and destruction of Ongseong Hospital in 1945 Gyeongseong (Seoul), but Gyeongseong Creature's strange time shift left viewers confused as to who Park Seo-joon's character is in the Netflix K-drama's latest season.

In Gyeongseong Creature's season 1 ending, Park Seo-joon was revealed to be playing the role of Jang Ho-jae in the show's next installment. While this move made sense for the surprise time jump, the return of the likes of Han So-hee, who would continue to play her character Yoon Chae-ok,...

Warning: Spoilers ahead for Gyeongseong Creature season 2.Claudia Kim's Lady Maeda was a crucial antagonist in Gyeongseong Creature's first season, and the actress' surprise turn in the newly released second season is one of the biggest twists of the thriller series. Starring Han So-hee and Park Seo-joon, Gyeongseong Creature is a K-drama set during the Japanese occupation of Korea, putting a sci-fi twist on real-life historical events that happened in Gyeongseong (Seoul). However, the Netflix K-drama's second season removes itself from its pivotal historical setting and thrusts its characters into the modern world, leaving many unanswered questions about how they got there.

In Gyeongseong Creature season 2, Yoon Chae-ok (Han So-hee) finds herself living in the present day, once again working as a sleuth. Her work soon sees her cross paths with Jang Ho-tae (Park Seo-joon), who bears a striking resemblance to Jang Tae-sang (Park Seo-joon). The continual crossing of...

Warning: Spoilers ahead for Gyeongseong Creature season 2.The highly anticipated second season of Gyeongseong Creature sees the K-drama end on a surprisingly similar note to its first season. Starring big K-drama names Han So-hee and Park Seo-joon, Gyeongseong Creature 2 takes its central characters out of the initial setting of Japanese-occupied Gyeongseong (Seoul) and throws them into the present day. The first season presented many questions Gyeongseong Creature 2 needed to answer, and the Netflix K-drama does so with a high-tension finale.

In season 2, episode 7 the bad blood between Gyeongseong Creature's main characters comes to a head. Lady Maeda's wishes for revenge separate the recently reunited Yoon Chae-ok and Jang Tae-sang, who find themselves back in the remnants of Onseong Hospital, now the site of Jeonseung Biotech. An ultimatum sees Jang Tae-sang choose three innocents over Yoon Chae-ok, leaving his partner's life in balance. Though Gyeongseong Creature's ending may not be the most satisfying,...

Park Seo-jun and Han So-hee return to lead the cast of Gyeongseong Creature Season 2 on Netflix.

Season 1 of the sci-fi Korean series revolves around a dangerous parasitic organism called "Najin" which causes its host to mutate and turn into a terrifying monster. 

Gyeongseong Creature's debut season is set in 1945, focusing on Chae-ok's search for her missing mother whom she later discovers as the Najin's main host. 

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Han So-hee and Park Seo-joon lead the cast of Gyeongseong Creature, a Netflix horror K-drama that starts as a period piece and moves into the present day during season 2. In addition to all the licensed K-dramas available on Netflix, the streamer is also known for original Korean productions. Gyeongseong Creature is one of many successful Netflix K-drama webseries, and while the first season received mixed reviews, the show was renewed for season 2.

Gyeongseong Creature season 1 takes place in 1945 in the final days of World War II. It combines real historical elements with science fiction aspects in a horror story set in Gyeongseong. The first season of the K-drama starring Park Seo-joon and Han So-hee sees Tae-sang and Chae-ok teaming up to investigate the Ongseong Hospital, which a lot of patients dont return. Gyeongseong Creature season 2 takes place in 2024 and sees Chae-ok, whos still alive, meeting a man who looks just like Jang Tae-sang.

If you know me (I’ll admit most of you don’t), you know that I love every kind of K-drama under the sun, and I will root for anything Han So-Hee is in. But honestly, I’m just a bit tired of K-dramas trying to take the multi-season route instead of sticking to what they do best, making 16 consecutive full-length features. With that out of the way, I didn’t particularly enjoy the first season of Gyeongseong Creature either. Sure, there was chemistry, there was a decent enough plot, but it didn’t feel fresh or as fantastical as it was made out to be. Plus, the creatures just don’t work, in my opinion. However, I didn’t find myself bored in the middle of watching it. I was looking forward to what was coming next; it was only in retrospect that I noticed that I had some icks about the show,...

In the world of K-dramas, actress Han So-hee has been a part of some truly great projects, from Reunited Worlds to Nevertheless, but which shows could be considered her best? Han So-hee began her acting career in 2016 when she appeared in the band SHINee's music video, "Tell Me What To Do." From there, the South Korean actress earned a minor role in a K-drama that quickly developed into several supporting roles, and finally, main parts in some of the best K-dramas of all time. In 2023, So-hee made her first film debut in the movie, Heavy Snow.

In just a few years, Han So-hee has proven herself as a formidable actress, as well as one of Netflix's biggest K-drama stars. In total, So-hee has appeared in ten K-dramas and web series. While some of these projects showcased her ability less well than others, in total, these are all K-dramas that...

Gyeongseong Creature season 2 brings back Han So-hee and Park Seo-joon in a story about legacy and karma, this time in 2024 instead of the late 20th century. One of many Netflix original K-dramas, Gyeongseong Creature premiered on December 22, 2023, with seven episodes. The final three episodes of the first season were released two weeks later on January 5, 2024. Shortly after the conclusion of season 1, Gyeongseong Creature was officially renewed for season 2. Given how season 1 ended, the announcement of a second chapter was hardly a surprise. Gyeongseong Creature 2 premiers Friday, September 27 on Netflix.

The horror K-Drama tells the story of Jang Tae-sang, whose life takes a turn after an investigation of a missing person leads him to Chae-ok, a detective who is also looking for someone who went missing. Together, Tae-sang and Chae-ok had to face the demons of their past, sometimes quite literally. Gyeongseong Creature season 1s ending was mostly self-contained and saw...

Horror fanatics, our time has come. With spooky season upon us, Netflix has finally unveiled its complete 2024 Netflix & Chills lineup. We've already looked over the list, and there are so many movies and shows we can't wait to check out.

For example, we'll see the return of the hit Korean thriller series Gyeongseong Creature with its second season at the end of September. Then, in October, Netflix will be releasing a brand new volume of Unsolved Mysteries, the highly anticipated second season of Hellbound, and many new horror films like It's What's Inside, The Platform 2, Time Cut, Don't Move etc. We can also expect some more great content to be released in November.

We don't want you to miss any new releases on Netflix this spooky season. That's why we decided to share the full 2024 Netflix & Chills lineup right below.

Sector 36Release date: Sept. 13, 2024Cast: Vikrant Massey, Deepak Dobriyal,...

Netflix is back this Halloween season with a packed “Netflix and Chills” lineup, packing in the horror offerings to maximize your spooky season. While you can also expect the arrival of horror favorites getting added to the library, the streamer has unveiled its original “Netflix and Chills” programming this morning.

Embrace your fears and stay tuned throughout the months of September and October, with Timo Tjahjanto‘s bone-crunching, ultra-violent The Shadow Strays, slasher Time Cut, Anna Kendrick’s Woman of the Hour, and more being added all Halloween season long.

Here’s the “Netflix and Chills” schedule this year…

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Inspired by true events, several children go missing from a basti (slum) in Sector 36. A determined police officer must now face off with a cunning serial killer as a chilling investigation and dark secrets unfold

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The most exciting K-dramas releasing in 2024 and beyond include webtoon adaptations, prestige web series that are perfect to binge, and weekly releases from across all genres. The list of best K-dramas of all time reveals just how wide-ranging Korean TV shows can be, ranging from romantic comedies to action-packed thrillers. 2023 was a great year for K-dramas, starting with surprising hits like The Glory and ending with the return of Sweet Home.

2024 has already seen a couple of great Korean shows streaming in the US, including the first season of Gyeongseong Creature. Netflixs Korean shows represent a significant portion of the best K-dramas currently available to stream, but other platforms like Disney+ also have highly anticipated titles coming up. The best K-dramas premiering in 2024 and 2025 include brand-new shows but also second or third seasons of established hits.

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The recent news surrounding Han So Hee’s mother, Ms. Shin, has brought attention to the actress’s difficult family history. On September 2, 2024, South Korean media outlet TV Chosun reported that Ms. Shin, identified as the mother of My Name actress Han So Hee, was arrested for operating illegal gambling dens across several South Korean cities, including Ulsan and Wonju. This marks her second arrest, with allegations that she has been involved in running 12 illegal gambling establishments since 2021, using “proxy owners” to manage these operations.

Ms. Shin’s troubled past has already strained her relationship with her daughter. She has previously been involved in multiple fraud cases, including using a bank account under Han So Hee’s name to borrow money without her knowledge when the actress was still a minor. In March 2022, Han So Hee’s agency, 9ato Entertainment, clarified that the actress had no responsibility for her mother’s debts,...

The first trailer for Gyeongseong Creature season 2 offers the best look yet at the returns of Han So-hee and Park Seo-joon and confirms how their characters can be back despite the 79-year-time jump. Gyeongseong Creature season 1s ending was very shocking not only because of the death and resurrection of Chae-ok but also because of the post-credits scene set in 2024. Somehow, a character who looked just like Jang Tae-sang was watching TV in the modern-day, setting the stage for a radically different season 2.

While there are plenty of historical K-dramas, it is not very common for a show to start as a period piece and move to the present day midway through the story. Park Seo-joons character in the post-credits scene was referred to as Ho-jae, which raised the question of whether he was really Tae-sang or a completely different person. Likewise, while Han So-hee was confirmed to play Chae-ok...

Netflix has revealed a trailer for its hit Korean mystery series “Gyeongseong Creature” ahead of the upload of its second season on Sept. 27.

The first season was set in 1945, during the Japanese occupation of Seoul, then known as Gyeongseong. The Imperial Army’s biological experiments on human were not only cruel, they unleashed a monster creature.

The second season jumps to present day Seoul and follows Chae-ok (portrayed by Han So-hee) who encounters Ho-jae (Park Seo-jun), who bears an uncanny resemblance to the man she once knew in 1945.

It also introduces two key new characters. One is Seung-jo, a shadowy operative for Jeonseung Biotech – formerly the Ongseong Hospital in Season 1, who is portrayed by Bae Hyeon-seong.

The other, portrayed by Lee Mu-saeng is a character who crafts a sinister plan in the labs of Jeonseung Biotech to recreate the experiments from 1945.

The show is directed by Chung Dong-yoon from a script by Kang Eun-kyung.

Netflix’s ‘Gyeongseong Creature’ Season 2 Gets Trailer

Season 2 of Netflix’s Gyeongseong Creature now has a trailer. The science fiction K-drama is teleporting the action from Season 1’s 1945 to the present day, and will star the likes of Park Seo-jun, Han So-hee, Lee Mu-saeng and Bae Hyeon-seon. Where Season 1 focused on the Japanese Imperial Army’s occupation of Gyeongseong and the experiments carried out on Korean men and women, Season 2 will focus on the ties between o-jae (Park Seo-jun), a man deceptively similar in looks and demeanor to Season 1 lead Tae-sang, and Chae-ok (Han So-hee), a survivor of the Gyeongseong spring. Chung Dong-yoon is directing and Kang Eun-kyung is writing. Story&Pictures Media and Kakao Entertainment are producing, with Studio Dragon the co-producer. Season 1 spent four weeks in Netflix’s Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) chart and reached the top 10 in 69 countries. Since the mega-success of Squid Game, Netflix has pumped huge investment into Korean content,...