The K-drama landscape thrives on narratives that are as thrilling as a Seoul street race. Disney+ Hotstar is a haven for such gems, boasting titles like Flex x Cop, A Shop for Killers, and Moving. Big Mouth and Vigilante captivated audiences, and now, Blood Free promises to be the next addictive fix. This series isn’t … Read more
Lead cast: Ju Ji-hoon, Han Hyo-joo Disney+ action-sci-fi Blood Free is the latest Korean series to dip its toes into dystopia. Leading the show is Moving star Han Hyo-joo as the entrepreneur behind a cultured meat corporation that revolutionises global food production, and Ju Ji-hoon (Kingdom) as her tough-as-nails bodyguard. The series opens with a … Read more
South Korean superstar Kim Soo Hyun, highest paid drama actor, with his latest venture, Queen of Tears is breaking records. Following the airing of episode 10, the show soared to the third-highest ratings in TV channel tvN history. Starring alongside Kim Ji Won, the episode boasted an impressive average nationwide rating of 19.0 percent. This … Read more
This article contains spoilers. 2/5 stars Lead cast: Lee Jae-wook, Lee Jun-young, Hong Su-zu If we look at its starting point and end point, it would be fair to assume that The Impossible Heir, a Disney+ Korean drama series starring Lee Jae-wook and Lee Jun-young, is a tale about male camaraderie and ambition, and how … Read more
By Park Jin-hai Ko Young-ok of Chorokchanjang Studio is something of a trailblazer in her field – she is South Korea’s first “full-time” food stylist for Korean dramas and films, a career which truly kicked off with MBC’s 2006 romance drama Princess Hours. “Back then, the profession of a food stylist was just emerging. Typically, … Read more
In April 2024, K-drama enthusiasts have an array of captivating shows to indulge in. Goodbye Earth, starring Yoo Ah In, promises an intriguing storyline that captivates viewers with its unique premise. Meanwhile, Blood Free, led by Han Hyo Joo, offers a refreshing twist on the genre, drawing audiences in with its compelling narrative. So, whether … Read more
In the latest episode of the weekend K-drama sensation, ‘Queen of Tears’, fans were treated to an unexpected delight as actor Song Joong Ki made a surprise cameo appearance, reprising his iconic role as Vincenzo Cassano from the 2021 blockbuster hit series, ‘Vincenzo’. In this thrilling crossover, Song Joong Ki’s character emerged as a competent … Read more
Known for hit series such as My Love from the Star and It’s Okay to Not Be Okay, Kim is once again achieving high ratings with Queen of Tears, which soared to 13 per cent last weekend, making it the 22nd most successful cable drama of all time after only four episodes. 2. Potato Research … Read more
A parent’s life changes after the birth of their child. Priorities shift, interests shift and new responsibilities are instilled. It is never easy for a parent to lose their child, at any age. But imagine losing a child when he is but a toddler. Imagine losing the child because of someone else’s mistake and neglect. … Read more
Chicken Nugget, a Netflix Korean drama adapted from the webtoon “Fried Chicken” by Park Ji Dok, reimagines the classic trope of people transforming into objects with a fresh perspective. Through its ten episodes, each spanning 30-35 minutes, the series delicately balances humour and emotion as characters grapple with their newfound identities. With nuanced storytelling, it … Read more
