True to their commonly used moniker, many K-dramas (South Korean scripted television programming of any genre) can get quite melodramatic at times. Even the most uproarious Korean comedies know when to add some raw, emotional moments between the laughs, and the pure drama shows swing even harder with their tearjerker scenes. Korean television has been expertly crafting sad stories for years, with some of the best K-dramas of all time being outright tragedies. As K-dramas continue to find popularity with international audiences, there are plenty of shows to choose from if you just need a good, cathartic cry.
From period piece epics to intimate love stories cut tragically short, melancholy K-dramas span a wide breadth of genres and narrative premises. The unifying element in all these shows are how utterly depressing they are, with their soul-crushing endings likely leaving viewers emotional wrecks for days. At the same time, there is...
From period piece epics to intimate love stories cut tragically short, melancholy K-dramas span a wide breadth of genres and narrative premises. The unifying element in all these shows are how utterly depressing they are, with their soul-crushing endings likely leaving viewers emotional wrecks for days. At the same time, there is...
- 3/11/2025
- by Samuel Stone
- Slash Film
From Yu Je-won and Shin Ha-eun, the people behind the phenomenal romantic comedy-drama series Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, we just got a new South Korean series to swoon over in Love Next Door. Starring Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min in the lead roles, the tvN series follows the story of Bae Seok-ryu as she tries to reboot her life after calling off her marriage and leaving her job in America to move back home, where she meets her childhood frenemy Choi Seung-hyo, and they begin to fall for each other. So, if you loved the great leading couple, a heartfelt story, and relatable characters in Love Next Door here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha is a South Korean romantic comedy-drama series developed by Kim Je-hyeon. Based on a 2004 romantic comedy film titled Mr. Handy, Mr. Hong by Kang Seok-beom and Shin Jung-goo,...
Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha is a South Korean romantic comedy-drama series developed by Kim Je-hyeon. Based on a 2004 romantic comedy film titled Mr. Handy, Mr. Hong by Kang Seok-beom and Shin Jung-goo,...
- 8/22/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
K-dramas are a vast universe with cameo appearances linking stories, characters, and actors across different series. Cameo appearances add depth, humor, and nostalgia to K-dramas by reuniting old characters or couples on screen. Easter eggs and cameos in K-dramas offer viewers a thrilling experience and insight into the connections within the K-drama universe.
K-dramas are often full of cameos from famous actors, but some of the best ones are direct references to other K-dramas. With so many new K-dramas being released each month, and a backlog of great content to catch up on, the K-drama universe is vast and ever-expanding. However, by watching more K-dramas, easter eggs and cameo appearances make more sense, especially when they revive old characters or see couples reunite on screen once again.
From relationships with the writers or directors, or friendships between actors, there are many reasons why cameo appearances happen. Some link together K-dramas...
K-dramas are often full of cameos from famous actors, but some of the best ones are direct references to other K-dramas. With so many new K-dramas being released each month, and a backlog of great content to catch up on, the K-drama universe is vast and ever-expanding. However, by watching more K-dramas, easter eggs and cameo appearances make more sense, especially when they revive old characters or see couples reunite on screen once again.
From relationships with the writers or directors, or friendships between actors, there are many reasons why cameo appearances happen. Some link together K-dramas...
- 6/16/2024
- by Georgia Davis
- ScreenRant
Amazon Prime Video’s “Butterfly” TV series, starring Daniel Dae Kim, has cast five additional actors in recurring and guest star roles.
Sean Dulake, Kim Ji-hoon and Charles Parnell join the series as recurring characters, while Sung Dong-il and Lee Il-hwa are set to guest star.
Other previously announced cast members of the cast include Reina Hardesty, Piper Perabo, Louis Landau, Park Hae-soo, Kim Tae-hee and Nayoon Kim.
“Butterfly,” an adaptation of the graphic novel written by Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett, is a character-driven spy thriller focusing on Kim’s character, David Jung, an “enigmatic, highly unpredictable former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him, and he finds himself pursued by Rebecca (Hardesty), a deadly, sociopathic young agent assigned to kill him.”
Dulake will play Hollis, the right-hand...
Sean Dulake, Kim Ji-hoon and Charles Parnell join the series as recurring characters, while Sung Dong-il and Lee Il-hwa are set to guest star.
Other previously announced cast members of the cast include Reina Hardesty, Piper Perabo, Louis Landau, Park Hae-soo, Kim Tae-hee and Nayoon Kim.
“Butterfly,” an adaptation of the graphic novel written by Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett, is a character-driven spy thriller focusing on Kim’s character, David Jung, an “enigmatic, highly unpredictable former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him, and he finds himself pursued by Rebecca (Hardesty), a deadly, sociopathic young agent assigned to kill him.”
Dulake will play Hollis, the right-hand...
- 4/18/2024
- by Rachel Seo
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Louis Landau (Rivals) has been tapped for a series regular role in Prime Video’s spy thriller Butterfly, exec produced by and starring Daniel Dae Kim, an adaptation of Arash Amel’s graphic novel series for Boom! Studios.
The London-based actor plays Oliver, a smart, cunning intelligence operative. Oliver was raised in the deadly world of international espionage and has the drive and desire to succeed and earn the validation of his dominant, withholding mother, who happens to be his boss. But he has a weak streak and a bit of the softness that sometimes comes with a privileged upbringing.
Others joining Kim in the ensemble include Reina Hardesty, Piper Perapo, Park Hae-Soo, Kim Tae-hee, and Nayoon Kim.
Co-created by Ken Woodruff and novelist Steph Cha, Butterfly explores complex family dynamics within the treacherous world of global espionage. The show centers on David Jung (Kim), an enigmatic,...
The London-based actor plays Oliver, a smart, cunning intelligence operative. Oliver was raised in the deadly world of international espionage and has the drive and desire to succeed and earn the validation of his dominant, withholding mother, who happens to be his boss. But he has a weak streak and a bit of the softness that sometimes comes with a privileged upbringing.
Others joining Kim in the ensemble include Reina Hardesty, Piper Perapo, Park Hae-Soo, Kim Tae-hee, and Nayoon Kim.
Co-created by Ken Woodruff and novelist Steph Cha, Butterfly explores complex family dynamics within the treacherous world of global espionage. The show centers on David Jung (Kim), an enigmatic,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Korean Actor O Yeong-Su aka 001 From Squid Game, Faces Jail In Sexual Assault Case (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Squid Game star O Yeong-su, who was accused of sexual misconduct, is facing imprisonment as per reports. He appeared in the role of Oh Il-nam in the popular Netflix series. The series came out in 2021, and in that same year, the woman filed a complaint against him. Keep scrolling for more.
The mega-hit Netflix series is returning this year with its second season, and on February 1, the makers posted the first look pictures and a short teaser. O Yeong was player number 001 in the series, appearing innocent but at the center of the violent game. It was a big twist and a shock for the fans after they discovered his true identity later on the show. He was a wealthy businessman who allegedly created and hosted the Squid Games.
According to media reports,...
Squid Game star O Yeong-su, who was accused of sexual misconduct, is facing imprisonment as per reports. He appeared in the role of Oh Il-nam in the popular Netflix series. The series came out in 2021, and in that same year, the woman filed a complaint against him. Keep scrolling for more.
The mega-hit Netflix series is returning this year with its second season, and on February 1, the makers posted the first look pictures and a short teaser. O Yeong was player number 001 in the series, appearing innocent but at the center of the violent game. It was a big twist and a shock for the fans after they discovered his true identity later on the show. He was a wealthy businessman who allegedly created and hosted the Squid Games.
According to media reports,...
- 2/3/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
When Angelina Jolie Clapped Back At Jay Leno Over Jokes On Her Kiss With Brother James Haven! ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Angelina Jolie created a huge stir at the 2000 Academy Awards. She won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Girl, Interrupted. But her big win was brutally ignored as people instead spoke about her infamous kiss with brother James Haven. Scroll below for details as she once clapped back at TV host Jay Leno for the inappropriate incest jokes.
It was quite a sweet yet special moment for Angie when she won the Oscar award. She thanked her brother in her acceptance speech. The siblings posed for the cameras at the Vanity after-party, but they left jaws dropped as they shared a kiss on the lips. The moment was exaggerated; many even claimed it was a “French kiss.”
Angelina Jolie was “shocked” about James Haven kiss incident!
Angelina Jolie created a huge stir at the 2000 Academy Awards. She won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Girl, Interrupted. But her big win was brutally ignored as people instead spoke about her infamous kiss with brother James Haven. Scroll below for details as she once clapped back at TV host Jay Leno for the inappropriate incest jokes.
It was quite a sweet yet special moment for Angie when she won the Oscar award. She thanked her brother in her acceptance speech. The siblings posed for the cameras at the Vanity after-party, but they left jaws dropped as they shared a kiss on the lips. The moment was exaggerated; many even claimed it was a “French kiss.”
Angelina Jolie was “shocked” about James Haven kiss incident!
- 1/31/2024
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
Alaqua Cox Led Echo’s Budget Revealed ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Marvel seems to have ignited new hopes among the fans with its recent mini-series, Echo. The Ma-rated show led by Alaqua Cox received positive responses from the viewers and managed to do so with a budget much less than some of Marvel’s previous shows. It might give the studio some perspective on their upcoming projects. Scroll below for more.
The Disney+ series explored the origin of Maya Lopez, her relationship with Kingpin [played by Vincent D’Onfrio], and catch up to the events of Hawkeye and after that. It is perfectly done as people have been intrigued, and their anticipation for Daredevil: Born Again has also increased. Charlie Cox as Daredevil also had a cameo in the Marvel show. For the unversed, Matt Murdock and Maya develop a relationship in the comics, and we hope that will be explored further in the MCU.
Regarding the budget,...
Marvel seems to have ignited new hopes among the fans with its recent mini-series, Echo. The Ma-rated show led by Alaqua Cox received positive responses from the viewers and managed to do so with a budget much less than some of Marvel’s previous shows. It might give the studio some perspective on their upcoming projects. Scroll below for more.
The Disney+ series explored the origin of Maya Lopez, her relationship with Kingpin [played by Vincent D’Onfrio], and catch up to the events of Hawkeye and after that. It is perfectly done as people have been intrigued, and their anticipation for Daredevil: Born Again has also increased. Charlie Cox as Daredevil also had a cameo in the Marvel show. For the unversed, Matt Murdock and Maya develop a relationship in the comics, and we hope that will be explored further in the MCU.
Regarding the budget,...
- 1/31/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Madame Web Starcast Salary: Dakota Johnson Earns 669% Higher Than Sydney Sweeney (Picture Credit: IMDb)
American superhero film Madame Web is all set to premiere in February 2024. Starring Dakota Johnson in the lead, the film, helmed by Sj Clarkson, is based on a Marvel comic of the same name. The film is the fourth film in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, which also includes characters like Venom, and a film on Kraven is already being made.
The Fifty Shades actress was the first one to come on board to play Cassandra Webb, a woman with psychic abilities who can look into the future events of Spider-World, along with three superwomen with powerful futures.
After Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney joined the cast of this superhero film. And these stars are being paid a fortune for the film. In fact, while the Euphoria star is paid much less than the Fifty Shades star, Dakota...
American superhero film Madame Web is all set to premiere in February 2024. Starring Dakota Johnson in the lead, the film, helmed by Sj Clarkson, is based on a Marvel comic of the same name. The film is the fourth film in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, which also includes characters like Venom, and a film on Kraven is already being made.
The Fifty Shades actress was the first one to come on board to play Cassandra Webb, a woman with psychic abilities who can look into the future events of Spider-World, along with three superwomen with powerful futures.
After Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney joined the cast of this superhero film. And these stars are being paid a fortune for the film. In fact, while the Euphoria star is paid much less than the Fifty Shades star, Dakota...
- 1/30/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
All you need to know about Prime Video’s Butterfly series. (Picture Credit: IMDb)
It’s always exciting to see Asian actors in some promising movies and shows, especially in the Korean entertainment world. The latest scoop is about actors Park Hae-soo and Kim Tae-hee, who are all set to star in the American series Butterfly. It’s a spy thriller that will be released on Amazon Prime Video.
What is it about?
The Prime Video series Butterfly is based on a comic graphic novel of the same name. Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett are the writers. The story is about a former US intelligence agent, David Jung, who resides in South Korea. David makes one decision that changes the course of his life entirely. During his time in South Korea, David’s past haunts him, and he has no choice but to save him.
The ex-us intelligence agent learns...
It’s always exciting to see Asian actors in some promising movies and shows, especially in the Korean entertainment world. The latest scoop is about actors Park Hae-soo and Kim Tae-hee, who are all set to star in the American series Butterfly. It’s a spy thriller that will be released on Amazon Prime Video.
What is it about?
The Prime Video series Butterfly is based on a comic graphic novel of the same name. Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett are the writers. The story is about a former US intelligence agent, David Jung, who resides in South Korea. David makes one decision that changes the course of his life entirely. During his time in South Korea, David’s past haunts him, and he has no choice but to save him.
The ex-us intelligence agent learns...
- 1/30/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
The upcoming Amazon Prime Video series “Butterfly” starring Daniel Dae Kim has added three recurring guest stars, Variety has learned exclusively.
Park Hae-soo, Kim Tae-hee, and Nayoon Kim have all joined the spy thriller series, which is based on the Boom! Studios graphic novel of the same name created by Arash Amel, written by Amel and Marguerite Bennett, and illustrated by Antonio Fuso and Stefano Simeone.
Along with Kim, Reina Hardesty is also set to star in the series. “Butterfly” was ordered to series at Prime Video in May 2023. The streamer has given the series a six episode order.
Per the official logline, the series is “centered on David Jung (Kim), an enigmatic, highly unpredictable former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him, and he finds himself pursued by Rebecca (Hardesty), a deadly,...
Park Hae-soo, Kim Tae-hee, and Nayoon Kim have all joined the spy thriller series, which is based on the Boom! Studios graphic novel of the same name created by Arash Amel, written by Amel and Marguerite Bennett, and illustrated by Antonio Fuso and Stefano Simeone.
Along with Kim, Reina Hardesty is also set to star in the series. “Butterfly” was ordered to series at Prime Video in May 2023. The streamer has given the series a six episode order.
Per the official logline, the series is “centered on David Jung (Kim), an enigmatic, highly unpredictable former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him, and he finds himself pursued by Rebecca (Hardesty), a deadly,...
- 1/29/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Welcome to Global Breakouts, Deadline’s new strand in which, each fortnight, we shine a spotlight on the TV shows and films killing it in their local territories. The industry is as globalized as it’s ever been, but breakout hits are appearing in pockets of the world all the time and it can be hard to keep track. So we’re going to do the hard work for you.
We kick off with a buzzy resurrection drama breaking records in Korea, the nation that introduced the world to Netflix’s Squid Game but in reality has been making smash-hit shows for decades.
Name: Reborn Rich
Country: Korea
Network: Jtbc
Seller: Studio LuluLala
Where can I watch: On Viu in Korea, South East Asia and the Middle East
For fans of: Netflix’s Dark or Christopher Nolan’s Inception
There had never been a “reincarnation drama” on Korean cable before...
We kick off with a buzzy resurrection drama breaking records in Korea, the nation that introduced the world to Netflix’s Squid Game but in reality has been making smash-hit shows for decades.
Name: Reborn Rich
Country: Korea
Network: Jtbc
Seller: Studio LuluLala
Where can I watch: On Viu in Korea, South East Asia and the Middle East
For fans of: Netflix’s Dark or Christopher Nolan’s Inception
There had never been a “reincarnation drama” on Korean cable before...
- 2/7/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
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