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News18
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Squid Game To Business Proposal: Best K-Dramas On Netflix That You Should Not Miss
Last Updated: Squid Game is a dystopian survival thriller created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, which revolves around a mysterious game containing 456 players. South Korean culture has firmly secured its place on the global stage. From Parasite's historic Oscar win in 2019 and BTS dominating international charts to Squid Game becoming a worldwide phenomenon – Korean content is not just making waves, but it is leading the tide. Here's a list of the best Korean shows on Netflix that you cannot afford to miss: Squid Game This dystopian survival thriller created by Hwang Dong-hyuk revolves around a mysterious game where 456 players, dealing with financial hardships, risk their lives to play a series of deadly games to win around $40 million. The series features an ensemble cast including Lee Jung-jae, Wi Ha-joon, Park Hae-soo, Jung Ho-yeon and Jo Yu-ri, among others. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix Korea | 넷플릭스 코리아 (@netflixkr) Alchemy of Souls This fantasy period K-drama follows the story of two mages who have the ability to move their souls across bodies using a forbidden magic spell. The series cast a versatile lineup of actors, including Lee Jae-wook, Jung So-min, Hwang Min-hyun and Go Youn-jung. Business Proposal This feel-good office romance stars Ahn Hyo-seop as a rich CEO and Kim Se-jeong as a researcher working at the company. Although a fake date brings them closer, they slowly grow to have genuine feelings for each other. All Of Us Are Dead This webtoon adaptation is set in the fictional city of Hyosan and follows a group of teenagers stranded in school as they fight for survival after a zombie outbreak. With a hint of high school romance and unlimited suspense, this series will keep you on the edge of your seat throughout the 12 episodes. Lost in Starlight Netflix Korea's original animated series Lost in Starlight transcends space and time. Set in a futuristic Seoul in 2050, the story follows the love story of astronaut Nan-young and musician Jay as they navigate their relationship through the painful reality of long-distance across the universe – one that bridges Earth and Mars. When Life Gives You Tangerines This series stars K-drama fans' favourites IU and Park Bo-gum as Ae-sun and Gwan-sik, long-time friends and inhabitants of Jeju Island, where their love story blossoms. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) This slice-of-life drama begins in the 60s as Korea's urbanisation sees an increased popularity where Jeju serves as the main backdrop for both the show's character arcs as well as the larger social commentary.
News18
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Is BTS' V Really In Netflix's Thriller Squid Game's Season 3? Here's The Truth
Last Updated: BTS' V, Kim Taehyung, excited fans with hints of a new project post-military, sparking Squid Game cameo rumors, but he wasn't in the new season. Following BTS ' Kim Taehyung, popularly called V's, discharge from the military, he interacted with fans on Weverse, telling them that something 'huge" is coming up. While he did not share many details about his new project, fans immediately concluded that V is part of the third season of Netflix's hit survival drama, Squid Game. Before the new season was released, global searches for 'V Squid Game cameo" surged. Fans scrutinised the trailer and every behind-the-scenes clip, convinced they had spotted clues hinting at V's appearance. Despite all the buzz for years, the BTS star was not a part of Squid Game 3. As the new season premiered on the streaming platform on Friday, June 27, ARMYs frantically searched for V's appearance in the show, but there was none. He neither had a cameo nor was seen in the background. Fans took to social media to express their disappointment, with some even playfully sharing that they were fooled by their own excitement. Rumours of V's appearance in the hit show have been doing rounds on the internet for years. It all began when the singer decided to surprise fans by wearing the quintessential pink jumpsuit, worn by guards in the show, complete with a mask he removed dramatically during a BTS' Permission to Dance on Stage' concert in 2022. The moment went viral in no time, and many took it as a hint of a collaboration between V and Squid Game. This buzz gained momentum further when Squid Game's Lee Jung Jae, who portrayed Player 456 aka Seong Gi Hun, and Wi Ha Joon, who played Jun Ho, were asked about V's involvement during an interview with BuzzFeed UK in January. While neither confirmed anything, their silence only added fuel to the fire. Jung Jae said, 'I can't say anything about that," while Ha Joon added, 'No comment." On June 20, the BTS star, who made his acting debut with Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth, gave fans a glimpse of his post-military life. During this interaction, he shared an update regarding his new project, saying, 'This is probably… Maybe if we wait a little longer, I think it'll come out. But it's not really a big deal. Oh, but to me, it's actually a huge deal." While a majority of ARMYs thought he was talking about his Squid Game cameo, another section speculated that BTS' V might have been roped in for his second K-drama. First Published:
International Business Times
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- International Business Times
Oh My Ghost Clients Ending, Episode 10 (Finale) Preview, Spoilers
Oh My Ghost Clients episode 10 will feature the final move by Noh Mu Jin as he tries to help his ghost clients. The chapter will air on MBC on Saturday (June 28) at 9:50 PM KST. It will take viewers through the showdown between the labor attorney, Myungeum Construction CEO Kim Myung An, and Assemblywoman Moon Jung Eun. K-drama lovers worldwide are eagerly waiting for the ending to see if the attorney will succeed in his mission. The production team has teased a risky and ingenious move by Noh Mu Jin to overturn the game against Myungeum Construction. According to the producers, the labor attorney will arrive like a grim reaper in front of CEO Kim Myung An and Assemblywoman Moon Jung Eun. "Mu Jin's final strategy to overturn the game against Myungeum Construction will unfold. To CEO Kim Myung An and Assemblywoman Moon Jung Eun, his arrival will feel like a grim reaper descending upon them. Please stay tuned to see what risky and ingenious move Mu Jin pulls off," the producers shared. Oh My Ghost Clients Episode 10 (Finale) Preview, Spoilers The newly released stills show Noh Mu Jin crashing a secret meeting between Assemblywoman Moon Jung Eun and CEO Kim Myung An. A photo captures his determined final stand as he stands like a grim reaper in front of them. The viewers are curious to watch his bold move. With the help of his right ghost clients, the attorney will make his final move against them. People in Korea can watch the last episode on TV or stream it online. K-drama fans from other parts of the world, including the US, Canada, Australia, the UK, Mexico, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Greece, Greenland, Hong Kong, China, Japan, New Zealand, UAE, Singapore, Turkey, and South Africa, can watch the ending with subtitles on online streaming platforms, like Netflix. Here are the International Air Timings of Oh My Ghost Clients Episode 10: US - 7:50 AM Canada - 7:50 AM Australia - 11:20 PM New Zealand - 1:50 AM Japan - 9:50 PM Mexico - 6:50 AM Brazil - 9:50 AM Saudi Arabia - 3:50 PM India - 6:20 PM Indonesia - 7:50 PM Singapore - 8:50 PM China - 8:50 PM Europe - 1:50 PM France - 1:50 PM Spain - 1:50 PM UK - 12:50 PM South Africa - 2:50 PM Philippines - 8:50 PM Oh My Ghost Clients is an ongoing comedy-action drama starring Jung Kyoung Ho, Seol In Ah, Cha Hak Yeon, and Tang Joon Sang. Screenwriter Kim Bo Tong wrote the script with Yoo Seung Hee. Director Yim Soonrye helmed the directorial role in association with Lee Han Jun. The mini-series premiered on MBC on Friday (May 30) at 9:50 PM KST. It follows a labor attorney, Noh Mu Jin, and features his struggle due to his ability to see ghosts. He teams up with his sister-in-law Na Hee Ju and YouTuber Go Gyeon Woo to help the ghosts resolve their grudges.
India.com
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Squid Game Season 3 Review: Brutal And Bold, But Emotionally Out Of Reach
Directed by: Hwang Dong-hyuk Language: Korean Cast: Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-joon, Im Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-shim, Jo Yu-ri, Lee David, and Roh Jae-won Episode: 6 Rating: 3.5/5 One of the most anticipated K-drama, has finally come to an After four long years of anticipation and the deaths of countless beloved characters, Squid Game Season 3 has finally arrived, and concluded, bringing closure to lingering questions: Will Player 456 survive? What will happen to Player 222? What about the long-awaited backstories? At its core, Squid Game has always been more than just a survival thriller; it's a brutal analysis of greed, desperation and how greed for money turns life into a ruthless competition, where survival is secondary to wealth. Season 3 continues to bring attention to that theme. One of the most powerful parts of the series is the democracy, the moment when the players are asked, 'Do you want to keep playing?' This question becomes especially significant for Player 456, who begins to feel increasingly trapped and gradually understands the dominance, not by the structure of the game, but by the other players' responses. Despite witnessing the violence and loss, the majority consistently choose to continue, driven by greed. Writer-director Hwang Dong-hyuk deserves credit for the way he uses this mechanic to expose not only the characters' desperation but also their evolving moral extent and does an impressive job using that simple question to show who's really in control, not by force, but by making the players believe they have a choice. The series cleverly implicates its audience, positioning viewers as passive VIPs who, despite witnessing the escalating horrors, find themselves invested in the continuation of the game. Season 1 emotionally devastated viewers with tragic deaths and vulnerable character arcs. However, Season 2 stumbled with its slow pacing and messy introduction of new characters leaving a gap in emotional resonance, making it harder to invest in the returning and new faces alike. This emotional disconnect lingers into Season 3, weakening the impact of otherwise powerful scenes. That said, the final season finds some deliverance. While not as gripping or heartbreaking as the original, it is far more unified than Season 2, successfully building tension. Unlike earlier seasons where the focus was on emotional loss, this season shifts the experience to anxiously calculating alongside the players, gripped by the suspense of who will survive and what sacrifices. The performances across the board are strong, with particular praise for Lee Jung-Jae (Player 456) and Kim Jun-hee (Player 222). However, due to the rapid pacing and lack of character depth inherited from the previous season, the emotional connection feels somewhat muted. Visually, Squid Game remains a masterclass in cinematic storytelling. The set design, colour palettes, and framing continue to reflect the series' mixed tones, where childlike games clash with violent despair, making the thriller all the more surreal. While Season 2 pulls the thread a bit too far, nearly unravelling what made Squid Game special, Season 3 tightens the narrative. It doesn't quite elevate the series to five-star territory. Ultimately, while Season 3 may not quite reach the groundbreaking impact of the original, it succeeds in restoring the series' momentum and delivering a satisfying yet jaw-dropping conclusion. Therefore Squid Game remains a compelling and culturally relevant thriller that powerfully exposes the darker aspects of human nature and the corrupting influence of greed, continuing to challenge its audience.
International Business Times
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- International Business Times
Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025: Date, Time, Nominations, and Everything to Know
Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025 is almost here. The fourth annual star-studded ceremony will take place at the Paradise City, Incheon, on Friday (July 18). It will be packed with talent, performances, and other stunning moments. Organized by Sports Chosun since 2022, the glam event will recognize excellence in OTT and streaming television in South Korea. K-drama lovers and moviegoers wait for the annual award ceremony to enjoy live performances by their favorite artists. A star-studded lineup of celebrities will reveal the winners from original Korean dramas and variety shows invested in and produced by streaming services, including Netflix, Disney+, seezn, Apple TV+, WATCHA, wavve, Kakao TV, Coupang Play, and TVING. With only a couple of weeks left to find out the winners, here is everything we know so far about the fourth annual award ceremony. When and Where Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025 Take Place? The fourth annual star-studded ceremony will take place at the Paradise City, Incheon, on Friday (July 18) at 8:30 PM KST. Who is Nominated for the Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025? The nominees for the fourth annual award show were selected through online voting, evaluations by Sports Chosun entertainment news reporters, and industry expert surveys. The online voting took place between June 11 and June 24. When Life Gives You Tangerines and The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call are among the top nominees for the award show, taking place on Friday (July 18). Other nominees include Squid Game 2, Weak Hero Class 2, Gyeongseong Creature 2, and The Queen Who Crowns.
