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Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Scandal-hit Kim Soo-hyun's hit drama It's Okay To Not Be Okay get's Philippine adaptation - these actors to star in remake
The much-anticipated Philippine adaptation of the Korean hit drama It's Okay to Not Be Okay reimagines the globally acclaimed series through a Filipino lens, diving deep into themes of trauma, healing, and love. Originally starring Kim Soo-hyun, Seo Yea-ji and Oh Jung-se in lead roles, the Korean version earned praise for its unique storytelling and sensitive portrayal of mental health. However, Kim Soo-hyun recently faced controversy after a YouTube channel alleged he dated late actress Kim Sae-ron while she was underage. His agency initially denied the claims, later clarifying that the relationship took place between 2019 and 2020, when Sae-ron was legally an adult. In a tearful press conference, Kim denied the underage dating accusations, apologized for the public distress, and emphasized the relationship was between two consenting adults. A Filipino retelling: Plot and cast In this local adaptation, Joshua Garcia stars as Patpat, a quiet and emotionally guarded psychiatric ward caregiver who has devoted his life to his older brother Matmat (played by Carlo Aquino), a person with autism. Their routine is upended when they meet Mia (portrayed by Anne Curtis), a successful yet emotionally scarred children's book author known for her icy demeanor and eccentric behavior. As their lives intertwine, all three must confront childhood traumas, internal battles, and hidden pain - ultimately embarking on a shared journey of self-acceptance and healing. Portraying mental health with cultural sensitivity Reframed through a Filipino perspective, the series maintains the emotional weight of the original while adapting the themes to suit local audiences. Carlo Aquino prepared for his role as Matmat through immersions in special education settings and workshops focused on autism, ensuring authenticity in his portrayal. Star-studded ensemble and production The series also features a powerhouse cast including Rio Locsin, Bobot Mortiz, Michael De Mesa, Maricel Laxa, Agot Isidro, Enchong Dee, Kaori Oinuma, Bodjie Pascua, Ana Abad Santos, Sharmaine Suarez, Xyriel Manabat, Louise Abuel, Francis Magundayao, Alora Sasam, Alyssa Muhlach, Bianca De Vera, Aljon Mendoza, and Mark Oblea. Directed by Mae Cruz-Alviar and Raymond Ocampo, with Henry Quitain as creative producer and Des M. De Guzman as business unit head, the adaptation is produced under Star Creatives. Where to Watch It's Okay to Not Be Okay premieres on July 21, airing weeknights at 8:45 PM on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live (KOL), A2Z, and TV5. Viewers can catch the series early via streaming on Netflix starting July 18, and on iWant beginning July 19. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Filipino Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
Anne Curtis returns to television: 'I was nervous'
After a brief hiatus from teleseryes, Anne Curtis makes her much-anticipated return to primetime television. During the grand media launch of the Filipino adaptation of the acclaimed Korean drama It's Okay to Not Be Okay, Curtis opened up about her initial apprehensions about returning to acting. 'Ang tagal ko nang hindi umarte so there were a lot of jitters, especially sa first day. But I was supported by amazing actors and guided by our team captain, Direk Mae [Cruz-Alviar]. Even today, sa pagbati pa lang, kitang-kita na kinakabahan ako. But you know what? I really learned from the story that it's okay to not be okay,' the actress said in an interview with ABS-CBN. The original Korean series, which explores themes of mental health and emotional healing, starred Seo Yea-ji, Kim Soo-hyun, and Oh Jung-se. In the Filipino adaptation, Curtis steps into the role originally portrayed by Seo, a children's book author with antisocial personality disorder who develops a deep connection with a psychiatric ward caretaker. The role is originally played by Kim, and will be portrayed by Joshua Garcia. 'We have added some new characters to make it our own. It's a universal story a healing story. It's a beautiful feeling of love. At the end of the day, every Filipino whether family or friends will be able to relate,' Curtis said. Joining Curtis and Garcia in the star-studded cast are Carlo Aquino, Agot Isidro, Bobot Mortiz, Xyriel Manabat, Rio Locsin, Enchong Dee, and Francis Magundayao.
Vogue Singapore
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
Here's everything you should stream in July
Courtesy of Prime Video As we enter the second half of the year, the entertainment scene is coming in hot, with a slate of exciting releases all queued up and ready to go. If you're wondering what to stream this July, from a high-stakes sci-fi epic to a sun-soaked teen drama, it seems as though every fan favourite series is returning this month, and the first on our list is, of course, Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty . With Belly choosing Jeremiah last season and sending all the Bonrad fans reeling, there is one question on everyone's mind: Who will be Belly's final choice? Breakout stars Lola Tung, Christopher Briney, and Gavin Casalegno are all set to reprise their roles as they navigate the highs and lows in this beach town love triangle. Next up: the return of the Foundation . Based on Isaac Asimov's acclaimed novel of the same name, this sweeping epic chronicles the lives of a band of exiles as they set out on a journey to save humanity and rebuild civilisation after the fall of a mighty galactic empire. In its third season, the narrative unfolds 152 years into the future, where the Foundation and the crumbling Empire must unite forces to take down the psychic warlord Mule and save the universe. As for other shows to watch this July? Consider The Sandman as Netflix's popular fantasy series returns for yet another epic season. For all the K-drama enthusiasts, look towards the Philippine adaptation of It's Okay to Not Be Okay , which happens to be Anne Curtis's first television series since 2014.. Below, find our curation of can't-miss shows and films to stream this July—all available on popular streaming platforms like Netflix, Max, and Prime Video. Courtesy of Netflix 1 / 8 The Sandman Season 2 The last we saw of the Dreaming, Lord Morpheus had reclaimed his realm and restored order—but not without consequences. In Season 2, Dream must fight not only for his own survival but for the fate of his realm, as powerful forces—including Lucifer—plot against him. As old enemies and grudges resurface, Dream is forced to confront the weight of his past, his responsibilities, and the emotions he's long tried to ignore—before it's too late. Watch Sandman Season 2 on Netflix from 3 July 2025. Courtesy of Prime Video 2 / 8 The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Our favourite Cousins beach clan is back. Based on the bestselling trilogy by Jenny Han, this season, Belly returns for one final summer, two years after her freshman year of college—now engaged to Jeremiah. But a surprise visit from her first love, Conrad, turns her entire world upside down. As Belly's heart is still caught between the past and present, she must learn that sometimes growing up might mean choosing herself first. Watch The Summer I Turned Pretty on Prime Video from 16 July 2025. Courtesy of Warner Bros Studio 3 / 8 Sinners Set in the 1930s in the Southern United States, the story revolves around twin brothers Smoke and Stack, both played by Michael B. Jordon, as they return to their hometown to launch their own juke house with stolen money. As a travelling band of mysterious musician hampers their new start, they start to notice other sinister, supernatural forces they never anticipated at play. As chaos unfolds, the brothers must protect their people and face the repercussions of their past in this musical horror story. Watch Sinners on Max from 4 July 2025. Courtesy of Netflix 4 / 8 Happy Gilmore 2 After 30 years, Adam Sandler is finally reprising his iconic role as the short-tempered hockey player turned pro golfer in Happy Gilmore 2. Years after winning the Tour Championship, Happy is living a retired life with his wife and five children. But when his only daughter is accepted into an elite ballet school he cannot afford, Happy decides to return to the Greens to win the money for her tuition. The only issue: Happy is out of shape and out of practice, and his old rival Shooter Mcgravin is back, hoping to finally defeat him. Watch Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix from 25 July 2025. Courtesy of Apple TV+ 5 / 8 The Foundation Season 3 Hari, Salvor, and Gail are back—and they must decide how far they are willing to go to save humankind and restore civilisation. This time around, the story picks up 152 years after the events of last season, as the galaxy faces a mysterious and dangerous enemy—the Mule, a powerful warlord with psychic abilities. The Foundation, now a strong force, must forge an alliance with their former enemies, the weakened Cleonic empire, to stop him before everything collapses. Watch The Foundation Season 3 on Apple TV+ from 11 July 2025. Courtesy of Netflix 6 / 8 It's Okay to Not Be Okay This Philippine adaptation of the beloved Korean drama of the same name follows the story of an emotionally distant author, Lara played by Anne Curtis, who is forced to confront her deep emotional wounds when she crosses paths with Miguel (Joshua Garcia), a dedicated psychiatric nurse. As their lives intertwine, they embark on a journey of healing, love, and self-acceptance. Watch It's Okay to Not Be Okay on Netflix from 18 July 2025. Courtesy of Prime Video 7 / 8 Heads of State There couldn't be a more perfect cast. In this action-comedy starring Idris Elba, Priyanka Chopra, and John Cena, the UK Prime Minister and U.S. President become targets of a deadly conspiracy. With their lives at risk, they must set aside their long-standing public rivalry to survive. Along the way, they cross paths with Noel Bisset, a brilliant MI6 agent, who reluctantly joins their chaotic escape. Together the unlikely trio must find a way to prevent a global conspiracy that threatens the entire free world. Watch Heads of State on Prime Video from 2 July 2025. Courtesy of Netflix 8 / 8 Old Guard 2 After five years, Andy and her team of immortal warriors are finally back. But this time, they must take down their most dangerous opponent yet, Discord, who happens to be the very first of the Immortals. Chaos unfolds when her old ally, Quyhn, returns vengeful after surviving decades of underwater imprisonment. As Andy struggles with the loss of her immortality, she and her team must confront fractured loyalties, buried secrets, and a threat unlike any other they've faced before. Watch Old Guard 2 on Netflix from 2 July 2025.
Pink Villa
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Park Bo Young, Park Jinyoung's Our Unwritten Seoul Ep 7-8 Release: Date, plot, when and where to watch on OTT, what to expect and more
K-drama lovers are in for an emotional ride as Our Unwritten Seoul crosses its halfway milestone with the release of Episode 6 today. This ongoing romantic melodrama stars Park Bo Young and Park Jinyoung in lead roles. With six more episodes to go, the momentum is only building for what's shaping up to be one of the most talked-about dramas this season. When will Episodes 7 and 8 be released? Fans eager to see what happens next don't have to wait long. The following two episodes are just around the corner: Episode 7 will air on Saturday, June 14, 2025 Episode 8 will follow on Sunday, June 15, 2025 In South Korea, Our Unwritten Seoul airs on tvN at 9:20 PM KST. For global fans, including those in India, the series is available to stream on Netflix starting at 5:50 PM IST. It airs on the same day as its Korean broadcast. With a total of 12 episodes, the drama adheres to a bi-weekly release format, delivering new content every Saturday and Sunday. About Our Unwritten Seoul The series is directed by Park Shin Woo, the acclaimed director behind hits such as It's Okay to Not Be Okay. It presents a layered narrative centered around twin sisters Yoo Mi Ji and Yoo Mi Rae. They are both portrayed by Park Bo Young in a dual role. Despite sharing the same face, the sisters live starkly different lives, and a web of lies leads them to exchange identities. What begins as a desperate decision slowly unravels into a complex journey of self-discovery, emotional healing, and the search for authentic love. Park Jinyoung joins the cast as Lee Ho Su, a calm yet emotionally burdened man from the twins' past. A childhood friend of Mi Ji from their days in Duson Village, Ho Su, re-enters her life years later in Seoul. Their reunion sparked questions about unresolved feelings and whether it's ever truly possible to start over. The chemistry between Park Bo Young and Jinyoung is subtle yet powerful. As the drama heads into its second half, viewers can expect more emotional revelations, slow-burning romance, and unexpected twists.
Tatler Asia
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
5 K-dramas that aged well (and 5 that didn't)
Way ahead of its time, Coffee Prince tackled gender identity and same-sex attraction (with a bit of 2000s K-drama chaos, of course). Gong Yoo plays a wealthy café owner who falls for his new hire, unaware she's a woman pretending to be a man to land the job. The story navigates his confusion and heartbreak with surprising tenderness. Modern viewer bonus: Gong Yoo's emotional vulnerability, Yoon Eun-hye's charisma and a soundtrack that holds up beautifully. There's also the coffee shop aesthetic that every indie café tries to copy. A nostalgic ode to family, friendship and the analogue days of dial-up and cassette mixtapes. Set in a small Seoul neighbourhood, this slice-of-life gem focuses on the messy, mundane and heart-melting parts of growing up. The parents are as beloved as the teens, and that's no small feat. Honestly, the ensemble cast's chemistry is pure gold (always high value, no matter what decade). Plus, you'll cry over things like a dad buying a new fridge. Bleak, beautiful and brimming with empathy. IU plays a debt-ridden temp worker and Lee Sun-kyun a weary engineer—two wounded souls who slowly find solace in each other, without a hint of romance. My Mister is a masterclass in quiet storytelling and moral nuance. There's no flashy romance (which deviates from your usual K-drama formula), just a devastatingly honest portrayal of adult loneliness and resilience. 4. 'Misaeng: Incomplete Life' (2014) Speaking of K-dramas that aged well, Misaeng: Incomplete Life is the most accurate depiction of South Korean office life ever committed to screen. Im Si-wan plays a former baduk player navigating corporate hell with wide-eyed realism. It's not flashy, but it's honest—and in an era of hustle fatigue, that's what hits hardest. Plus, watching people survive toxic bosses with dignity never gets old. 5. 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' (2020) It's a fairytale for adults that tackles mental health, trauma and the healing power of chosen family. Visually stunning, emotionally layered and anchored by standout performances, it's the rare modern K-drama that feels both poetic and precise . It's Okay to Not Be Okay puts a lot of emphasis on fashion, but that gothic styling and children's book metaphors will never go out of style. See more: Dressed to dominate: 6 ways K-drama heroines used fashion to showcase their power K-dramas that didn't age so well 1. 'Boys Over Flowers' (2009) It will always be a classic, but it's definitely not one of those K-dramas that aged well. Boys Over Flowers may be an iconic entry point for many K-drama fans, but it's also a masterclass in toxic masculinity. In 2025, it's hard to watch a heroine endure so much verbal abuse and casual humiliation and still call it romance. The male lead's behaviour borders on toxic, and the show's cartoonish treatment of class issues feels jarring now. We love a good makeover montage, but Boys Over Flowers is best left in your high school diary. In short, Lee Min-ho's Jun-pyo bullies the poor female lead into loving him, as the rich-kid fantasy glosses over violence, entitlement and too many perms. This is somehow both boring and problematic. Our heroine is ditzy, desperate and consistently demeaned by a genius male lead with the emotional range of a damp sock. The romantic message? Endure humiliation long enough, and he might marry you. The modern viewer cringe? It's the K-drama equivalent of 'he pulls your pigtails because he likes you'. 3. 'Secret Garden' (2010) There's body swap hilarity, but also a chaebol CEO (Hyun Bin) who stalks, gaslights and belittles a stuntwoman (Ha Ji-won) in the name of 'love'. It tries to be quirky, but lands in murky emotional territory. Hyun Bin's sparkly tracksuit became iconic, and the chemistry between the leads was magnetic. But the show's gender politics? Less so. Watching it again, the controlling male lead trope feels less romantic and more red flag. The whole premise hinges on problematic power dynamics, and while the fantasy setup is charming, its treatment of gender roles can be eyebrow-raising in retrospect. You'll also realise that the infamous sit-up scene is more awkward than endearing today. Also read: 8 unforgettable body swap K-dramas 4. 'You're Beautiful' (2009) A nun joins a boy band disguised as her twin brother. Hijinks ensue, but the gender jokes and campy slapstick don't quite hold up under modern scrutiny. You're Beautiful is still fun in a 'watch with wine and friends' way, but it's very much a product of its time. Every time you cringe, remember, it was 2009. Once the crown jewel of early Hallyu, Full House was every K-drama fan's gateway drug: slapstick comedy, enemies-to-lovers trope and a gorgeous house filled with absurd contract-marriage tension. Han Ji-eun (Song Hye-kyo) is a plucky aspiring writer who ends up living with superstar Lee Young-jae (Rain) after being tricked out of her house. Cue forced cohabitation, endless bickering and emotional tension. While undeniably nostalgic, Full Hous e now plays like a relic of a different era. Similar to Boys Over Flowers , it's not one of those K-dramas that aged well. Emotional manipulation served as romance, and women were treated more like plot devices than protagonists. The fashion is pure time capsule (low-rise jeans and cropped shrugs), and the storyline leans on tropes that today feel a touch regressive.
