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Tue, March 28, 2023 | 08:16

Hani to talk about sex in series 'Fanta G Spot'

Hani to talk about sex in series 'Fanta G Spot'

Sex has often been considered uncharted territory in Korea for discussion in TV dramas. Coupang Play's new original series, “Fanta G spot,” starring Ahn Hee-yeon, better known as Hani of EXID, intends to bring the taboo subject to the surface with a story of two friends' raunchy adventures to discovering sexual pleasure.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-23 08:24

Tving series 'Island' tells fantasy exorcism story set on Jeju Island

Tving series 'Island' tells fantasy exorcism story set on Jeju Island

Tving's new series "Island" will tell a fantasy story of characters who fight evil forces trying to destroy the world, based on a popular webtoon under the same name.

2022-12-22 17:02

'The Interest of Love' to touch on realistic workplace romance

'The Interest of Love' to touch on realistic workplace romance

Actor Yoo Yeon-seok, known for his heartthrob roles in romance series, is leading “The Interest of Love,” which follows the realistic romantic relationship of a workplace couple. “In my previous works, the romances were devoted or one-way love. But this time, it's more realistic. This series involves different struggles and conflicts that everyone in real life might come acro...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-22 13:18

MBC TV counseling show accused of neglecting child abuse

MBC TV counseling show accused of neglecting child abuse

MBC's “Oh Eun-young's Report: Marriage Hell,” a couple's counseling reality TV show, is facing a backlash after one of its episodes aired an alleged child molestation case. The show, hosted by the renowned psychiatrist, Oh, invites different married couples every week to discuss their issues and offers professional advice.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-21 16:08

Chinese TV, streaming platforms open further to Korean dramas

Chinese TV, streaming platforms open further to Korean dramas

A major Chinese TV network is expected to air Korean dramas next year, set to join other streaming platforms that have opened their doors to Korean entertainment content after a yearslong cultural freeze.

2022-12-21 11:02

'The Glory' features female revenge drama with Song Hye-gyo

'The Glory' features female revenge drama with Song Hye-gyo

Actress Song Hye-gyo, widely known as the "Melodrama Queen," is returning with a new Netflix series, "The Glory," a grim revenge drama involving bullying at school.

2022-12-20 15:16

iKON's Koo Jun-hoe to make small screen debut

iKON's Koo Jun-hoe to make small screen debut

Singer Koo Jun-hoe, a member of K-pop boy band iKON, will be making a small screen debut with the new series “Bo-ra! Deborah” (direct translation). The singer's agency, YG Entertainment, announced Monday that Koo has taken a role in ENA's upcoming romantic comedy series.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-19 17:15

'Reborn Rich' achieves its highest viewership rating of 25%

'Reborn Rich' achieves its highest viewership rating of 25%

Local cable channel JTBC's corporate drama "Reborn Rich" hit a viewership rating of 24.9 percent with its 14th episode aired Sunday, surpassing its previous high, according to Nielsen Ratings Korea on Monday.

2022-12-19 10:16

From Cho Gue-sung to Kim Min-jae, World Cup stars to appear on variety shows

From Cho Gue-sung to Kim Min-jae, World Cup stars to appear on variety shows

Some of the stars of the men's national football team from this year's FIFA World Cup are set to appear in variety shows on the small screen, giving a sneak peek into their everyday lives and sharing behind-the-scenes stories of their Qatar World Cup adventure.

Dong Sun-hwa | 2022-12-18 14:51

Kim Hyun-joo drawn to mystery plot of 'Trolley'

Kim Hyun-joo drawn to mystery plot of 'Trolley'

Actress Kim Hyun-joo, who is set to lead SBS' upcoming mystery melodrama series, “Trolley,” says the plot and her character as a lawmaker's wife with a dark secret immediately drew her interest. “When I first read the script (for the series), it felt like I was reading a mystery novel. I could smoothly read it through,” Kim said during an online press conference for the serie...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-12-16 16:45

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