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Sat, June 3, 2023 | 07:35

Netflix original series 'Somebody' to unfold twisted melodrama

Netflix original series 'Somebody' to unfold twisted melodrama

Netflix's upcoming Korean original series “Somebody” will tell the tale of a bizarre melodrama, topped with a thriller mystery, in this era of social media and dating apps. “This is a thriller, but if you go deep, deep down, I created a bizarre melodrama. It all comes down to wanting to communicate and connect (with others) and to the story of a person trying to find someone ...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-11-16 13:22

TV producer Lee Wook-jung explores intersection of food, culture

TV producer Lee Wook-jung explores intersection of food, culture

Lee Wook-jung is a rare mainstream documentary producer who explores everything related to food - from the fine dining world to local street food. A trailblazer of food documentaries, he explores the intersection of food and culture from an anthropological point of view. He always looks to tell a personal story and studies the origins and cooking styles of each cuisine.

Kwak Yeon-soo | 2022-11-16 10:59

Kakao's new music show to make virtual K-pop group

Kakao's new music show to make virtual K-pop group

Virtual reality under the bigger concept of the metaverse has been the latest trend across industries, making its way into entertainment as well. Kakao Entertainment's upcoming music survival show “GIRL'S RE:VERSE” is intended to bring together the concept of immersive, virtual reality with K-pop artists.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-11-14 17:21

[INTERVIEW] Park Se-young feels emotional bond with character in 'Mental Coach Jegal'

INTERVIEWPark Se-young feels emotional bond with character in 'Mental Coach Jegal'

Actress Park Se-young has made a small screen comeback with “Mental Coach Jegal,” picking up her acting career again following a three-year hiatus after the 2019 action series, “Special Labor Inspector.” The actress, who has taken part in a series every year since her debut in 2011, said that returning after taking some time off has changed her approach to acting.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-11-14 16:35

Kim So-hyun to lead new mystery romance series

Kim So-hyun to lead new mystery romance series

Actress Kim So-hyun has confirmed the lead role in the upcoming mystery romance series, “Useless Lies” (direct translation), according to her agency, IEUM#. The new series will revolve around a murder suspect and a woman who has a special ability to detect lies coming together to uncover the truth to exonerate the suspect.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-11-13 13:59

[INTERVIEW] 'Bargain' director expands short film into disaster series

INTERVIEW'Bargain' director expands short film into disaster series

Tving's new series, "Bargain," which is adapted from a 2015 award-winning short film of the same name, extends the original plot into a crime, disaster dystopian series. Filmmaker Lee Chung-hyeon's short film follows a schoolgirl and a man bargaining for her services as a prostitute. But it turns out the girl lured him to the motel to steal and sell his organs. The plot was p...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-11-10 08:18

'Squid Game' star Lee Jung-jae cast for Disney+ original Star Wars series

'Squid Game' star Lee Jung-jae cast for Disney+ original Star Wars series

Smash-hit Netflix series "Squid Game" actor Lee Jung-jae will star in "The Acolyte," an upcoming Star Wars series to be streamed on Disney +, according to production company Lucasfilm.

2022-11-08 17:56

OTTs seek to diversify portfolio in streaming war

OTTs seek to diversify portfolio in streaming war

The over-the-top (OTT) service has been a booming industry in recent years, especially with the COVID-19 outbreak pushing people to stay inside. However, as the pandemic restrictions ease and competition intensifies in the OTT industry, platforms are seeking alternatives to diversify their business portfolios to secure their footing in the heated streaming war.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-11-04 17:02

From Song Joong-ki to Kim Rae-won, series with big stars set for November

From Song Joong-ki to Kim Rae-won, series with big stars set for November

A string of series, starring big named stars like Song Joong-ki and Kim Rae-won as the leads, will go to air this month. JTBC's new fantasy series “Reborn Rich,” starring Song and Lee Sung-min, is finally slated to kick off on Nov. 18 after eager anticipation.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-11-03 17:33

Tving dating show 'EXchange2' garners worldwide popularity

Tving dating show 'EXchange2' garners worldwide popularity

Local over-the-top (OTT) platform Tving's original dating show, “EXchange2,” is enjoying popularity globally. According to the Hong Kong-based streaming service, Viu, which streams the show overseas, “EXchange2” has had a good performance on the streaming charts throughout September and October. In countries like Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Thailand, the sho...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2022-10-31 15:24

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