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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lee Yoo Mi exits 'Dreaming of You'; Hyeri in talks to join drama with Hwang In Yeop - Here's what we know so far
As actress Lee Yoo Mi , known for her roles in 'Squid Game', 'All of Us Are Dead', 'Mr. Plankton', and 'Strong Girl Nam-soon', exits the upcoming drama 'Dreaming of You', a search for a new lead has already begun. A new lead for 'Dreaming of You' is being considered Hyeri, whose recent drama 'Friendly Rivalry' brought her a lot of attention, is now in talks to join the show. The idol-turned-actress is reportedly reviewing the script positively, according to a report from Korean media outlet Sports World. If she accepts the role, Hyeri will star in the romantic drama opposite actor Hwang In Yeop, who rose to fame with his performance in 'True Beauty'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo What is 'Dreaming of You' about? 'Dreaming of You' is an upcoming Korean drama about two people whose lives are linked despite being at very different stages. The first main character is Lee Jae , a reporter whose story is told through three periods in her life – her teenage years, her 20s, and the present day as she turns 30. The second lead, Su Bin , is a film director, and his story also unfolds across these three stages. The contrast in their stories lies in their growth. Lee Jae was full of spark and curiosity when she was younger, but by the time she turns 30, she finds herself stuck in a dull and monotonous life. Su Bin, on the other hand, spent most of his youth buried under other people's expectations. But later, he finds the courage to pursue the dream he always wanted. Lee Yoo Mi was first offered the role of Lee Jae alongside Hwang In Yeop earlier this year. However, she had to step away from the project due to unknown reasons, leaving the lead female role open. The writer behind the drama The buzz around 'Dreaming of You' is not just about its cast. A lot of the excitement also comes from its writer, Im Me Ri. She has worked on well-loved shows such as 'Doom at Your Service', 'The Beauty Inside', and 'Human X Gumiho'. Her involvement has added to the anticipation for the drama, especially among fans of romantic K-dramas.
Pink Villa
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Hyeri in talks for romance drama Dreaming of You with Hwang In Yeop after Lee Yoo Mi exits, know plot and character details
Actress Lee Hyeri may soon return to the small screen in a new romance drama. On July 24, Korean media outlet Sports World revealed that the Reply 1988 star is currently reviewing an offer to lead the upcoming series Dreaming of You. If she accepts, this will be her next project following her appearance in Friendly Rivalry, which wrapped up earlier this year. Dreaming of You plot Dreaming of You is a romantic comedy that delicately intertwines the journeys of two individuals navigating different stages of life. At the heart of the story is Lee Jae, a reporter whose life unfolds across three pivotal decades. In her teenage years, she was bold and brimming with ambition, fearlessly chasing a dream that once defined her. However, as she stepped into her twenties, reality began to weigh heavily. Ambitions clashed with limitations, and idealism gave way to disillusionment. Now in her thirties, Lee Jae finds herself in a life that feels quietly unremarkable. She settled into a routine that lacks the spark she once had, prompting her to question whether she's truly living or merely surviving. In contrast stands Su Bin, a film director whose younger years were carefully orchestrated by his parents. As a teenager, he lived under the expectations and plans of others, never truly knowing what he wanted for himself. But in his twenties, Su Bin began to carve his own path. He broke free from the life others designed for him and pursued a dream of his own. By the time he reached his thirties, he had accomplished the very goal that once seemed distant. The drama is written by Im Me Ri, the screenwriter known for crafting emotionally resonant stories, such as The Beauty Inside and Doom at Your Service. Her works often focus on characters grappling with their inner worlds. And Dreaming of You appears to be continuing in that vein. About Hyeri and Hwang In Yeop's offered roles Hyeri has been offered the role of Lee Jae, a reporter in her 30s. Once someone who was filled with passion and fearlessness in her youth, she now navigates adulthood with a sense of stagnation. Reports suggest that actor Hwang In Yeop is being considered for the role of Su Bin, a young film director. Meanwhile, actress Lee Yoo Mi was initially eyed for the female lead role but has stepped away from the project for unspecified reasons. This opened the door for Hyeri, who is now the top contender for the role of Lee Jae. Hyeri and Hwang In Yeop yet to confirm roles Despite the buzz surrounding the potential cast, no official confirmations have been made by either Hyeri's or Hwang In Yeop's agencies. Both stars are still reviewing their respective offers. The production team has yet to release a finalized cast list.
Mint
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Squid Game Season 3: Netflix shares 6-minute ‘sneak-peek' hours before release of ‘the beginning of the end'
Hours before the highly anticipated show finale of Squid Game, Netflix has released a 'sneak peek' into Season 3 of the Korean drama, sharing with fans a glimpse of the first six minutes of 'the beginning of the end'. Squid Game is Netflix's number one non-English language series of all time. In a six-minute clip shared by Netflix Tudum, the surviving Squid Game contestants receive a gift-box coffin of their own, Gi-hun, played by Lee Jae. Gi-hun was last seen leading the failed rebellion of Season 2. The clip showed the Pink Guards delivering Gi-hun back to the Squid Game dormitory inside one of the coffins usually used for eliminated players. However, the twist in the tale is that Gi-hun is alive. Talking to Tudum, Lee Jae said Gi-hun has many obstacles ahead of him in Season 3. While he described the feeling of returning to the competition as 'being sucked into a different universe,' Lee said, 'When the coffin is opened, Gi-hun is reborn.' 'He has to go back to the competition, play the game again, and make choices again,' he added. Squid Game's third and final season will release globally on Friday, 27 June 2025. A failed rebellion, the death of a friend, and a secret betrayal — Squid Game Season 3 picks up in the aftermath of Season 2's bloody cliffhanger. Although Gi-hun is at his lowest point yet, the Squid Game stops for no one. According to Netflix Tudum, Gi-hun will be forced to make some important choices in the face of overwhelming despair as he and the surviving players are thrust into deadlier games that test everyone's resolve. With each round, their choices lead to increasingly grave consequences. Meanwhile, In-ho resumes his role as Front Man to welcome the mysterious VIPs, and his brother Jun-ho continues his search for the elusive island, unaware there's a traitor in their midst. Squid Game Season 3 will reveal whether Gi-hun can make the right decisions or whether Front Man finally breaks his spirit. Lee Jung-jae as Gi-hun (Player 456) Lee Byung-hun as Front Man Wi Ha-jun as Hwang Jun-ho Yim Si-wan as Myung-gi (Player 333) Kang Ha-neul as Dae-ho (Player 388) Park Sung-hoon as Hyun-ju (Player 120) Yang Dong-geun as Yong-sik (Player 007) Kang Ae-sim as Geum-ja (Player 149) Jo Yuri as Jun-hee (Player 222) Lee David as Min-su (Player 125) Roh Jae-won as Nam-gyu (Player 124) Park Gyu-young as No-eul
Miami Herald
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Korean financial groups offer unconventional services
SEOUL, June 13 (UPI) -- South Korean financial groups are increasingly venturing beyond traditional banking, offering services like food delivery and used car platforms, which blur the boundary between finance and daily life. Shinhan Bank, one of the country's leading lenders, has announced that its food delivery app surpassed 5 million users, four years after its debut in 2022. Initially, the service was available in just four cities, including Seoul, which prompted critics to question whether it would be able to stay alive in competition with established players. However, Shinhan expanded the service across the country in 2023 and recorded rapid growth. Now, it runs 24/7 through both a dedicated delivery app and Shinhan's banking app. "Our delivery app is aimed at supporting small business owners. Hence, we operate on a significantly reduced commission rate of just 2%,compared to the market average of around 10%," a Shinhan spokesman told UPI. "Such an approach appears to have worked, as more than 30 regional governments have partnered with us. Going forward, we will continue to focus on helping small businesses boost their sales and profits," he said. The experiment by Shinhan Bank, a representative unit of Shinhan Financial Group, is not an isolated case. Other Korean financial firms also have begun to offer lifestyle services unrelated to conventional financial sectors. In particular, Shinhan's nemesis KB Financial Group was faster in tapping into the non-finance business. Its subsidiary, KB Capital, created an all-in-one used car platform in 2016 to introduce a one-stop service for buying, selling and financing used cars. It has grown into one of the country's top three players with more than 3 million subscribers. Unlike existing rivals, most listings of the KB platform come from actual car owners rather than dealers. The peer-to-peer model not only reduces middleman costs, but also aligns with consumer demand for transparency and price fairness, according to the company. "In 2016, the used car transactions business in Korea was widely regarded as a 'lemon market.' Consumers were concerned that they couldn't be sure of a vehicle's true condition or history. We attempted to deal with that," a KB Capital representative said. "By focusing on real-owner listings, integrating financing options,and providing vehicle warranties, we've helped reshape the used car market into one that consumers can finally trust," he said. Market observers believe that this expansion into the lifestyle realm is only beginning although there are regulatory challenges. "The financial market here is overcrowded, leading to hyper-competition. Hence, financial groups are searching for new cash cows," Seoul-based consultancy Leaders Index CEO Park Ju-gun said in a phone interview. "But legal restrictions on non-finance business remain a major hurdle. The new administration may ease such regulations, but it seems the possibility is not so high," he said. President Lee Jae-myung from the Democratic Party was elected this month to become the country's 21st state head. He has taken issue with the high profitability of financial companies, especially banks. Suh Yong-gu, an economics professor from Sookmyung Women's University in Seoul, agreed. "We are entering the 'Era of Big Blur,' where the industry boundaries collapse. Our financial outfits are desperate to grapple with the big trend," Suh said. "However, Korean financial institutions face strict legal prohibitions in advancing into non-finance sectors. There are questions about whether all the regulations are still necessary in the Era of Big Blur. Regulatory reform will ultimately determine how far they can go," he said. Professor Lee Eun-hee from Inha University stressed the need to prioritize consumers. "While certain regulations on financial institutions are essential, the government should reevaluate them when easing those rules clearly enhances consumer convenience," she said. Beyond their expansion into non-financial sectors, Shinhan and KB have also actively supported professional athletes and sports teams. KB sponsors Park In-bee, the 2016 Olympic gold medalist in golf, while Shinhan signed a sponsorship deal with Lim Jin-hee, who placed second in the LPGA Rookie of the Year standings in 2024. Both financial groups also operate teams in the Women's Korean Basketball League, a six-team league they helped establish as founding members in 1998. Copyright 2025 UPI News Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
