K-drama: News

30 Jun 2023

Netflix

'D.P. 2,' 'Nineteen to Twenty': Major K-dramas releasing in July

Attention all K-drama enthusiasts!

28 Jun 2023

Squid Game

'Squid Game 2': Every confirmed and potential cast addition 

The mega-famous K-drama, Squid Game is returning for a second season and the buzz it has generated is reaching unprecedented levels.

27 Jun 2023

Netflix

#KingTheLand, #SeeYouInMy19thLife: All about top-rated K-dramas airing now

K-dramas have become a global phenomenon, enthralling audiences worldwide.

23 Jun 2023

Squid Game

#NewsBytesExplainer: What led to global obsession with K-dramas

The K-drama fever—exemplified by shows like Squid Game—has reached unprecedented heights, capturing attention globally, even in regions like North Korea.

16 Jun 2023

K-Pop

#NewsBytesExplainer: How K-dramas, K-pop sparked interest in learning Korean language

South Korea has emerged as an international cultural juggernaut.

15 Jun 2023

OTT releases

OTT: Netflix's 'XO, Kitty' renewed for Season 2

All going gaga over Min-ho, it's your time to rejoice!

13 Jun 2023

Lawsuits

Han Hyo-joo's agency slams tax evasion allegations

Popular Korean actor Han Hyo-joo was reported to be evading taxes after the Seoul Regional Tax Office launched an irregular audit regarding the same. In a report by a local media outlet, an additional fee of 60-70 million won was imposed on the actor for underreporting taxes.

13 Jun 2023

South Korea

Actor Jin Ye-sol booked for drunk driving; shares apology letter

Korean actor Jin Ye-sol was booked for a drunk driving case and violation of the Road Traffic Act by the Seoul Gangdong Police Station on Tuesday. Now, the actor has shared a handwritten apology note on Instagram for her act.

12 Jun 2023

BLACKPINK

Korean actor Park Soo-ryun (29) dies after falling from stairs

A tragic news shook the Korean entertainment industry as it was reported that Park Soo-ryun, a beloved musical actor, had a fatal accident and passed away at 29.

12 Jun 2023

Bong Joon-ho

#NewsBytesExplainer: Decoding how Korean dramas sparked global ramyeon obsession

K-dramas have captivated audiences worldwide with their storytelling and deep passion for cuisine, particularly the beloved Korean noodle dish ramyeon.

11 Jun 2023

Celebrity

Happy birthday, Go Kyung-pyo: Celebrating Korean actor's remarkable performances

From his humble beginnings to his emergence as a prominent figure in the Korean entertainment industry, actor-comedian Go Kyung-pyo has captivated audiences with his remarkable performances.

07 Jun 2023

OTT releases

Park Chan-wook of 'Oldboy' fame collaborates with Netflix 

Ever since the advent of OTT, we have seen a surge in Asian content and one of the top markets has been South Korea. As per reports, veteran South Korean director Park Chan-wook is now set to collaborate with OTT giant Netflix in an upcoming film titled War and Revolt.

05 Jun 2023

South Korea

Happy birthday, Yoo In-na: Binge-watch these shows featuring 'Goblin' star

If you're a die-hard K-drama fan, Yoo In-na is likely to be your favorite actor!

01 Jun 2023

NewsBytes

#NewsBytesExplainer: What are Korean variety shows; how they became popular

Netflix's Squid Game, which featured contestants immersed in enigmatic deathly mini-games, enthralled audiences globally.

29 May 2023

OTT releases

'Bloodhounds' to 'Revenant': 5 highly-anticipated K-dramas premiering in June 2023

Prepare yourselves to beat the heat this June with a sizzling lineup of K-dramas. As the temperature rises, it is the perfect excuse to stay indoors and indulge in the captivating world of Korean series.

11 May 2023

South Korea

Park Seo-joon and IU's 'Dream' surpasses 1M footfall mark

Park Seo-joon and IU's film Dream is having an amazing run at the theaters. It is smashing records left and right. Now, it has achieved another stellar milestone.

10 May 2023

South Korea

K-drama alert: 'See You in My 19th Life' teaser out

The world is exploring the Korean culture and K-dramas are definitely one of the hotcakes.

03 May 2023

Celebrity

Korean stars Yoon Bak and Kim Su-bin to get married

Love and marriage are in the air!

01 May 2023

Hollywood

5 highly-anticipated K-dramas to add to your watchlist in May

With the rising Hallyu or Korean Wave, it is hard to skip the fascinating shows that are taking the world by storm!

27 Apr 2023

Box Office

Box office: Park Seo-joon and IU's 'Dream' creates a rage

Park Seo-joon and IU's sports drama Dream was released on Wednesday (April 26) and is already creating a rage at the Korean box office. As per the Korean Box-office Information System (KOBIS), the film got 93,420 viewers and topped the box office.

26 Apr 2023

South Korea

When is Kim Min-jae enlisting in military? Details inside

K-culture fans monitor every detail of their favorite stars' lives.

25 Apr 2023

K-Pop

Who was Saint Von Colucci, actor who died at 22

In a shocking piece of news, Canadian actor Saint Von Colucci, who was also a singer-songwriter, died after undergoing 12 plastic surgeries to resemble BTS's Jimin for a US streaming network. He was 22.

21 Apr 2023

Disney+ Hotstar

Everything to know about 'Dr. Romantic' S03

K-drama Dr. Romantic is soon returning with its third season. The first teaser of the series was dropped recently by the makers. The glimpse into the third season has piqued everyone's interest, already.

21 Apr 2023

South Korea

K-drama: EXO's Sehun starrer 'All That We Loved' teaser out

Korean culture has a huge fan following globally and the fans monitor each and every action of their favorite stars. TVING's upcoming romantic drama titled All That We Loved teaser has been revealed and it has been loved among the fans.

19 Apr 2023

Celebrity

K-drama: Lee Min-ho, Gong Hyo-jin's 'Ask the Stars' completes filming

Korean culture has a huge fan following globally and now we have exciting news for Gong Hyo-jin and Lee Min-ho fans. The duo was filming their upcoming romantic space drama Ask the Stars.

14 Apr 2023

K-Pop

Did BLACKPINK's Rose abuse drugs? Agency reveals truth

YG Entertainment, the agency managing K-pop girl group BLACKPINK, has issued a statement over fake stories about one of its members, Rose.

13 Apr 2023

K-Pop

5 K-dramas to look forward to in coming months

There is no denying that our watchlist is dominated by K-dramas and we cannot get enough!

12 Apr 2023

South Korea

Yoo Ah-in's agency to take legal action against media speculations 

South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in has been in the news for several controversies which include drug abuse. Recently, the actor's agency United Artist Agency (UAA) released a statement condemning the speculative media reports which are reportedly maligning the actor's image and reputation.

12 Apr 2023

Marvel

'The Marvels' trailer: Know everything about Park Seo-joon's character

K-drama star Park Seo-joon is all set to make his big Marvel debut in the upcoming, highly-anticipated film The Marvels.

12 Apr 2023

K-Pop

EXO's Sehun birthday special: 5 unknown facts about K-pop's heartthrob

With his sharp dance moves, powerful vocals, and handsome looks, Sehun, the maknae of the world-renowned K-pop boy band EXO, has captured the hearts of fans around the globe!

11 Apr 2023

South Korea

Who was Jung Chae Yul, actor-model who died at 26

South Korean actor-model Jung Chae Yul, who rose to prominence with the hit drama Zombie Detective died on Tuesday. She was 26.

07 Apr 2023

Netflix

5 must-watch Korean movies if you liked Netflix's 'Kill Boksoon'

Netflix's latest thriller movie Kill Boksoon is winning the hearts of viewers globally.

04 Apr 2023

BTS

Jimin tops Billboard Hot 100: Every record-breaking achievement of singer 

We all anticipated that Jimin's much-awaited solo debut album FACE, released on March 24, was about to make major international waves, but seeing it happen is surely something!

30 Mar 2023

K-Pop

ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo birthday special: Top K-dramas of versatile actor-singer

South Korean boy band ASTRO member Cha Eun-woo is not only an exceptional singer, but also an unbelievably talented actor.

29 Mar 2023

OTT releases

OTT: Netflix's K-drama 'Black Knight' gets a premiere date

K-drama has a huge fan following all over the world. Recently, the makers of Netflix's Black Knight announced the premiere date of this high-concept futuristic action-packed drama.

27 Mar 2023

South Korea

K-drama: 'Dr. Romantic' Season 3 premiere date revealed

K-dramas enjoy a huge fan following around the globe and now one of the most-watched series is back with its third season.

27 Mar 2023

K-Pop

Is EXO Sehun's girlfriend pregnant? SM Entertainment refutes rumors

The sensational K-pop rapper-singer-songwriter Sehun of the South Korean-Chinese boy group EXO has recently become the victim of rumors.

24 Mar 2023

OTT releases

OTT: Song Joong-ki's K-drama 'Reborn Rich' gets Thai remake 

Reborn Rich is one of the most acclaimed K-dramas. The Asian OTT giant VIU is set to remake the series in Thai. The OTT platform announced the same at an event in Bangkok on Thursday.

21 Mar 2023

South Korea

Nam Joo-hyuk begins military service: Actor's top shows to watch

South Korean actor Nam Joo-hyuk, who rose to prominence with his stint in the romantic drama series Twenty-Five Twenty-One, has enlisted for his mandatory military service.