In anticipation of the upcoming release of the long-awaited Korean drama Big Bet (formerly known as King of Savvy), Disney+ has unveiled a number of stars who are set to feature in the upcoming Disney+ original series. Slated for release later this year, Big Bet tells the unforgettable tale of a man who struggles to become a casino mogul but soon after hits rock bottom due to a chain of unfortunate events. Determined not to let life beat him down yet again, the man risks … [Read more...] about Disney+ unveils cast of highly-anticipated K-drama ‘Big Bet’
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Song Hye-Kyo reunites with ‘Descendants of the Sun’ writer Kim Eun-Sook in upcoming Netflix series ‘The Glory’
The screenwriter and lead actress of the wildly popular K-drama Descendants of the Sun are pairing up again for The Glory, a Netflix series about a woman who lives for absolute revenge against the childhood bullies who destroyed her life. Screenwriter Kim Eun-sook – known for an impressive body of work that includes The King: Eternal Monarch, Mr. Sunshine, Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, Inheritors, and Secret Garden – has turned her hand to this revenge saga about a girl who had to … [Read more...] about Song Hye-Kyo reunites with ‘Descendants of the Sun’ writer Kim Eun-Sook in upcoming Netflix series ‘The Glory’
‘If You Wish Upon Me’ starring Ji Chang-Wook and Choi Soo-Young to be aired exclusively on Viu
Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, is proud to announce that the highly anticipated Korean drama series If You Wish Upon Me <당신이 소원을 말하면> will be premiering on 10 August, with the series available exclusively on Viu across its 16 markets. The Viu Original stars Korean drama sensations Ji Chang-wook and Choi Soo-young in a tug-at-your-heartstrings storyline, directed by Kim Yong-wan, written by Jo Ryeong-su and produced by … [Read more...] about ‘If You Wish Upon Me’ starring Ji Chang-Wook and Choi Soo-Young to be aired exclusively on Viu
Noir series ‘Big Mouth’ starring Lee Jong-Suk and Lim Yoona heads to Disney+
When incompetent lawyer Park Chang-Ho agrees to take on a mysterious murder case, he will be thrown through the wringer when his lifelong streak of misfortune combines with powerful enemies to result in him being imprisoned after being named as one of the biggest conmen. Starring Lee Jong-Suk and Lim Yoona, Big Mouth is an exciting new 16-part Korean series coming to Disney+ on July 29. Park Chang-ho is one of Korea’s most incompetent and unfortunate lawyers. … [Read more...] about Noir series ‘Big Mouth’ starring Lee Jong-Suk and Lim Yoona heads to Disney+
The Walt Disney Company Asia Pacific and HYBE announce global content collaboration
The Walt Disney Company Asia Pacific and HYBE announced a global content collaboration that will see both companies working together to showcase creative excellence from South Korea’s music and entertainment industry to the world stage. The agreement includes the global distribution of five major content titles from HYBE, which include two exclusive series featuring 21st-century pop icons BTS that will launch on Disney’s streaming services. “We are thrilled to be collaborating with HYBE to … [Read more...] about The Walt Disney Company Asia Pacific and HYBE announce global content collaboration
Netflix debuts trailer and release date for Korean action film ‘Carter’
Carter, the first major Korean movie from Netflix in the second half of 2022, is premiering worldwide on August 5, and it’s all about the titular agent who has to risk his life while figuring out who he is. Directed by Jung Byung-gil, renowned for his adrenaline-pumping action cinematography, Carter stars Joo Won, who has established a strong presence in diverse genres of K-dramas and films. Two months into a deadly pandemic originating from the DMZ that has … [Read more...] about Netflix debuts trailer and release date for Korean action film ‘Carter’