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Real-life judge behind ‘Miss Hammurabi’

Judge Moon Yoo-seok’s first attempt at script writing has so far been well-received by local viewers for its fresh perspective. Moon, a senior judge of the Seoul Central District Court, wrote the script of the drama series “Miss Hammurabi,” which airs Mondays and Tuesdays on JTBC. Rather than dealing with large corporate cases or gruesome murders, the series features stories of desperate ordinary people, from the perspectives of three different judges. Despite being a late-night series on a cabl

Jun 14, 2018

Choo Ja-hyun to receive postpartum care after health scare

South Korean actress Choo Ja-hyun is receiving postpartum care following a health scare that surprised her fans after giving birth to her first child.Choo was released from hospital early Monday afternoon after recovering from aspiration pneumonia, her agency BH Entertainment said in a statement on the same day. Choo temporarily experienced spasms following the birth of her first son and was rushed to the ER before she was admitted into an intensive care unit where she was given an oxygen mask t

Jun 9, 2018

Uee mulls next TV project

Uee might return in an upcoming TV series, according to her agency on Friday.Yuleum Entertainment said the singer and actress has been offered a lead role in a KBS2 drama series slated to kick off in September. Actress and singer Uee (Yuleum Entertainment)If she accepts, it would mark a return to the small screen for Uee four months after the completion of MBC’s “My Husband, Mr. Oh!”The character Uee has been offered is studying to become a teacher. The series unfolds as the character finds that

Jun 8, 2018

Lee Yi-kyung, Jung In-sun break up

Lee Yi-kyung and Jung In-sun have ended their relationship that had lasted more than a year.On Friday, both HB Entertainment and CJes Entertainment, Lee and Jung’s agencies, respectively, confirmed the actors’ recent breakup, stating the couple separated on good terms and agreed to remain supportive.  Lee Yi-kyung (HB Entertainment), Jung In-sun (CJes Entertainment)Lee and Jung had been dating for about a year when their relationship was revealed to the public in April. The two starred together

Jun 7, 2018

Time-traveling detective to search for identity

OCN’s ‘Life on Mars’ claims it’s not another run-of-the-mill time travel series

Jun 6, 2018

Lee Seung-gi, Suzy reunite for drama ‘Vagabond’

Lee Seung-gi and Suzy have been cast in the upcoming drama “Vagabond” as a stuntman and a secret agent respectively, reuniting the Joseon-era lovebirds from the drama “Gu Family Book.”The new drama, which commenced production Saturday with a read-through by the cast, revolves around an action star-wannabe, Cha-gun, who gets involved in a grand conspiracy after a plane crash.Suzy -- whose full name is Bae Suzy -- plays Go Hae-ri, an official of the National Intelligence Service who chose the life

Jun 3, 2018

Actor Jung Hae-in to hold first fan meeting in July

Rising actor Jung Hae-in will hold his first fan meeting in Seoul in July.Jung’s agency FNC Entertainment recently said that the event titled “Smile” will taks place at the Grand Peace Palace of Kyung Hee University at 5 p.m. on July 28. Jung Hae-in (FNC Entertainment)　After his first fan meeting in Korea, Jung will bring the event to Taipei, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Manila. Jung made his debut with a TV series “Bride of the Century” in 2014. He has featured in various dramas and films, including

Jun 2, 2018

Animal rights activists call for cancellation of ‘Food Diary’

TvN’s new show under fire for hatching chicks to make chicken dish

Jun 1, 2018

Seo Kang-joon, Gong Seung-yeon to ask ‘Are You Human?’

A good-looking artificial intelligence robot is to debut on the small screen in Korea, asking what it really means to be a human. KBS2’s new drama series “Are You Human?” takes a step into the future, featuring an AI robot as a main character. The robot -- who looks like a human -- thinks and feels emotions like a human. Actor Seo Kang-joon will play two characters in the series: a young and rich troublemaker and an identical-looking AI robot. The robot is a stand-in for a comatose man and falls

May 31, 2018

Park Seo-joon, Park Min-young to find out ‘What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim’

Look out for chemistry between rom-com master and rom-com newbie

May 31, 2018

Girl’s Day Minah to find ‘Absolute Boyfriend’

Minah of Girl’s Day is to star in new drama series “Absolute Boyfriend” (working title).She is to play makeup artist. Unable to find romance in real life, she falls in love with a cybernetic doll, who is programmed to be a “perfect” boyfriend. Actor Yeo Jin-goo will play the role of the doll.  Minah (Herald DB)Minah, a member of K-pop act Girl’s Day, has been pursuing a succesful acting career, starring in hit SBS series “Beautiful Gong Shim” in 2016. The series is an adaptation of a Japanese co

May 30, 2018

Non-survival music show ‘The Call’ aims for variety

For the past few years, a huge influx of audition shows like “Superstar K,” “Produce 101” and “The Unit” have led the trend of Korean music programs, with their focus set on competition. A few weeks ago, Mnet’s music show “The Call” threw its hat in the ring. Created by the production team of “I Can See Your Voice,” another popular Mnet music show, “The Call” originated from the question, “What would happen if two of my favorite artists collaborate?” Trying to answer to it, the experimental show

May 29, 2018

Could Son Ye-jin, Jung Hae-in be the next Song-Song couple?

On-screen chemistry between 'Something in the Rain' couple straddles reality and fantasy

May 28, 2018

‘Food Diary’ to show celebs’ farm life, farm-to-table process

With food-related variety programs still enjoying their longevity in Korea, tvN’s new variety show “Food Diary” is set to ride on the wave, but with a focus on the process of how food is brought to our table. “While there are many other food variety shows, our program derives from a question of where the food on our table comes from, and how much collaborative efforts are needed before that one dish is consumed,” said producer Lee Geun-chan during a press conference for “Food Diary” in Seoul on