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Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Squid Game: 5 gripping series to watch if you love the Korean survival drama
When Squid Game hit our screens, it didn't just tell a story; it gripped the world with its brutal survival games and shocking twists. From the chilling children's games turned deadly to the complex characters forced to make impossible choices, the show captured everything we love about high-stakes dramas. If you've found yourself missing that rush of suspense and emotion, don't worry! There are more series out there that can fill the void. From deadly competitions to thought-provoking narratives, these shows have it all and dive deep into human nature. Some take you to dystopian futures, while others explore moral dilemmas. Whatever your favourite part of Squid Game was, these five series bring their own spin to the genre, ensuring you stay hooked. Here's what you should watch next and where you can find them. 1. Alice in Borderland Where to watch: Netflix Netflix Cast: Kento Yamazaki, Tao Tsuchiya If you want even wilder games than Squid Game, Alice in Borderland is your next stop. The story follows Arisu, a bored gamer who suddenly finds himself in a deserted Tokyo. But it's not empty for long. He's forced to play deadly games just to survive, all while searching for the truth behind it all. The games are creative, the tension never drops, and the emotional moments hit hard. 2. Death's Game Where to watch: TVING, Rakuten Viki (in select regions) TVING, Rakuten Viki (in select regions) Cast: Seo In-guk, Park So-dam This one's not a typical game show, but it's just as deadly. Death's Game tells the story of Choi Yee-jae, who takes his own life but ends up being punished by Death. He's forced to live 12 different lives, each ending in a new death. It's a touching, clever, and emotional journey that blends fantasy with hard-hitting life lessons. It's deep and dark, but beautifully done. 3. 3% Where to watch: Netflix Netflix Cast: João Miguel, Bianca Comparato This Brazilian gem is set in a future where only 3% of people get to live in a rich paradise called the Offshore. To get there, candidates must go through 'The Process,' a series of brutal and emotional tests. 3% has smart writing, rich characters, and explores inequality in a very gripping way. It's more of a slow burn, but worth the ride. 4. Sweet Home Where to watch: Netflix Netflix Cast: Song Kang, Lee Jin-wook, Lee Si-young Sweet Home may not be about a game, but it's full of survival. After people start turning into monsters for unknown reasons, a group of neighbours in an apartment building must fight to stay alive. This Korean thriller is packed with horror, suspense, and action. If you loved the emotions in Squid Game, you'll enjoy the way this show dives into trauma, humanity, and hope. 5. The 8 Show Where to watch: Netflix Netflix Cast: Ryu Jun-yeol, Chun Woo-hee Released in 2024, The 8 Show is fresh, sharp, and full of chaos. Eight strangers are trapped in a strange building, each living on a separate floor. They can earn money, but the rules are twisted and the more money they earn, the more they risk. Like Squid Game, it shows how greed and fear can change people. It's bold, thought-provoking, and binge-worthy.
New Straits Times
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Malaysia's first female K-pop idol Lingling impresses in debut with girl group KIIRAS
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's first female K-pop idol, 20-year-old Alicia Wong Lingling, has officially made her industry debut with the release of her girl group KIIRAS's first single, 'Kill Ma Bo$$'. The music video, launched by the group's agency Leanbranding yesterday, has already amassed an impressive 1.17 million views and over 34,000 likes on YouTube. The pop song, which blends elements of R&B and country music, is a playful anthem celebrating freedom from authority, encouraging individuality and out-of-the-box thinking. In the music video, Lingling, as the lead singer, captivates viewers in a denim vest and cowboy hat, leading the group through compelling dance sequences set to hard-hitting music. A week prior to the single's release, the group uploaded a promotional video featuring renowned singers and actors Eum Moon-suk and Seo In-guk, known for their roles in 'Death's Game' and 'Law Of The Jungle'. Beyond Lingling, KIIRAS's line-up includes Harin (17), Kurumi (18), Kylie (16), Doyeon (16), and Roah (13). The group was formally announced earlier this month and first performed their debut track on the South Korean weekly music show M Countdown. Lingling, a native of Klang, is fluent in Malay, English, Mandarin, and Korean. A devoted fan of the girl group 2NE1 and a trainee under YG Entertainment, one of South Korea's most renowned talent agencies, she first garnered widespread attention as the sole Southeast Asian contestant on the South Korean reality show 'I-LAND 2: N/A'.
Hype Malaysia
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Korean Actor Lee Do Hyun Discharged From Military Service; Thanks Fans & Military Colleagues
With Korea's mandatory military service applied to all men in Korea for a period of 18 to 21 months, fans dread the fateful announcement for their favourite stars to be called into duty. But with every goodbye comes an even bigger welcome back for these stars! Actor Lee Do Hyun (이도현) was discharged yesterday (13th May 2025), from military service after serving for 21 months with the band of the Republic of Korea Air Force. He announced his discharge through an Instagram post with a picture of him smiling with a bouquet of flowers. He captions his post with gratitude towards fans and his military colleagues for their support throughout his journey. His caption reads, 'I'm relieved that I did my best in the military service without regrets! Thank you to all the fans who love and care for me, the military members of the Air Force Band, and the executives. I think I have discharged myself with happy memories and a good heart'. A heartfelt message marking the end of his military journey. The 30-year-old actor had first enlisted on 14th August 2023, where during the span of time had released 3 projects, namely 'Exhuma', 'Sweet Home 3' and 'Death's Game' during his enlistment period. His stellar performance in the horror film 'Exhuma' earned him the 'Best New Actor' award in the film category at the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards, which he accepted whilst still in the military. Fans have a lot to look forward to as his agency, YUEHUA Entertainment Korea, shared yesterday (13th May 2025) that Do Hyun is already receiving casting offers for various dramas, films and many more. We wish actor Lee Do Hyun a big congratulations on his military discharge! Source: Soompi, Instagram Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article
South China Morning Post
08-03-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
K-drama casting news about Blackpink's Jisoo, After School's Nana, Choi Soo-young and more
Several K-pop idols are furthering their acting careers in a series of new Korean television series, including a couple of romantic comedies and a major erotic period drama. 1. Boyfriend on Demand Blackpink's Jisoo and singer-actor Seo In-guk (Doom at Your Service) have been set as the leads of the Netflix romantic comedy Boyfriend on Demand. Advertisement The story follows Seo Mi-rae (Jisoo), an overworked webtoon producer who, having grown jaded with real life, subscribes to the virtual dating service 'Monthly Boyfriend' to find romance. The service matches her with a perfect virtual suitor each month. Seo In-guk in a still from Death's Game. Photo: TVING Seo is set to play rival webtoon producer Park Kyeong-nam, who buries his emotions under a frosty exterior. Jisoo has been steadily making inroads in the K-drama industry, first among the supporting cast of The Arthdal Chronicles , then as a lead in Snowdrop . She is currently leading the zombie horror-comedy Newtopia alongside Park Jung-min. Seo's recent credits include Cafe Minamdang and Death's Game . He is also set to appear in the coming supernatural action-drama Twelve.
