JTBC's 'The Apartment Job' showcases hilarious teamwork from 'fake family'Boasting a powerhouse cast and explosive acting synergy, JTBC’s upcoming crime-comedy "The Apartment Job" is set to deliver a highly relatable, down-to-earth human drama set right in our everyday living spaces. The series, which will also stream globally on Netflix, follows Park Hae-gang (Ji Sung), the former boss of the Oasis gang. In an attempt to pocket a massive stash of hidden cash within the complex, Hae-gang runs for president of the residents' council. Instead of an easy heist, however, he ends up partnering with the residents to clean up deep-rooted local corruption. The cast noted that the show’s setting was a major selling point, as a massive apartment complex is a deeply familiar backdrop for most people. "The premise of all these events unfolding inside a massive residential complex was instantly intriguing. I was completely captivated by the charm of this team play — setting up a fake family just to pull off a scam — and the fact that it's a bright, refreshing comedy rather than a heavy crime noir," said Ji Sung, who stars as the ex-mobster who becomes head of a fra1d agoBy Park Jin-hai
Song Joong-ki, Park Ji-hyun to unite in rom-com series 'Love Cloud'Song Joong-ki and Park Ji-hyun will unite in the KBS rom-com series "Love Cloud" set to air next year, the broadcaster said Thursday. In the upcoming series, Song portrays Kang Woo-joo, a flight instructor-turned-air traffic controller who can see his lover's feelings in the form of weather, according to KBS. Park plays Ahn Ha-nee, a workaholic pilot who falls under a curse in which her emotions become the weather. It marks the pair's first joint project in four years since the JTBC hit drama series "Reborn Rich" (2022). For Song, the upcoming series will mark his first return to KBS in a decade since the megahit "Descendants of the Sun" (2016).2d agoBy Yonhap
Youn Yuh-jung nominated for best supporting actress at EmmysLegendary Korean actress Youn Yuh-jung has received a nomination for best supporting actress from this year's Primetime Emmy Awards. Youn was named as one of the candidates for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her role in the Netflix series "Beef," according to the announcement by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences on Wednesday (U.S. time). In the second season of the acclaimed anthology, Youn plays Chairwoman Park, the billionaire chair of a country club. She appears alongside Korean actor Song Kang-ho, who plays the role of Dr. Kim, her private doctor and second husband. Should Youn win the award, it will mark another accolade for the actress, following her 2021 Oscar win with "Minari." "Beef" scored 16 Emmy nominations with its second installment, including Outstanding Limited Anthology or Series, Outstanding Lead Actor, Outstanding Lead Actress and Outstanding Supporting Actor. The 78th edition of the Primetime Emmy Awards is set to take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sept. 14. In 2022, Korean actor Lee Jung-jae recei2d agoBy Yonhap
Netflix aims for next global K-occult hit with 'The East Palace'Netflix’s upcoming original series "The East Palace" is aiming to become the next global sensation in the rising wave of occult-themed content. Capturing international momentum surrounding Korean shamanism and horror, the eight-episode period drama blends occult themes, horror, fantasy and high-octane action. "The East Palace," follows Gu-cheon (Nam Joo-hyuk), a man with the unique ability to cross over into the spirit realm, and Saeng-gang (Roh Yoon-seo), a court lady harboring a mysterious past. Summoned by the king (Cho Seung-woo), the duo is tasked with untangling dangerous histories to uncover a secret buried in the very heart of the palace. The project marks the return of Nam, who chose the series as his first screen appearance after a three-year hiatus for mandatory military service. He revealed that he received the casting offer while still serving in the army. "The military is a place where there are many moments to stretch your imagination. Reading the script in that kind of environment increased my desire to take on the challenge. I was also intensely curious about how a spJul 8, 2026By Park Jin-hai
'Agent Kim Reactivated' tops Netflix's weekly non-English chartThe action-packed revenge thriller "Agent Kim Reactivated" hit No. 1 on Netflix's non-English chart, dethroning "Teach You a Lesson" from its four-week streak in the top position, the streaming platform said Wednesday. The series stars So Ji-sub as a seemingly ordinary father who hides a secret past that unfolds as he searches for his missing daughter. It accumulated 10.5 million views during the latest tracking week ending Sunday, according to Netflix. The webtoon-based series, which debuted at No. 3 following its release on June 26, was the most-watched show in the category in 11 countries, including South Korea, Indonesia and Bolivia, and reached the top 10 in 68 others. "Teach You a Lesson," the school drama that had reigned in the top spot for the past four weeks, came in at No. 2 with 4.7 million views. It also reached the top 10 in 54 countries. Also making the top 10 was "Notes from the Last Row," a psychological thriller with a literary twist, which came in at fifth with 2.6 million views. The South Korea-Japanese co-production "Human Vapor," written by "Colony" director Yeon SanJul 8, 2026By Yonhap
Review'Agent Kim Reactivated' revives middle-aged action heroOn the surface, Mr. Kim (So Ji-sub) is just an ordinary, submissive neighborhood man who cares for nothing but his only daughter. He is a single dad who would rather kneel down and beg for forgiveness before a bully's wealthy parents than cause a scene. But the moment his daughter goes missing, the seal on this middle-aged man is shattered. Confronting a cocky gang member who claims legal protection under juvenile law, Kim delivers a bone-chilling warning: “When you lose your parents, you're called an orphan. When you lose your husband, a widow. But there is no word for a parent who loses a child. Do you know why? Because the sheer misery and agony leave you with absolutely nothing left to lose. 'Juvenile offender'? Nice phrasing. Then I guess I’ll have to be the 'lawless middle-aged'.” SBS’s drama "Agent Kim Reactivated," also streaming on Netflix, is a gripping crime noir that follows "Code Name 66" — a former North Korean operative who defected and settled in the South — as he unleashes his monstrous, hidden combat skills against a corrupt nation and giant criminal syndicJul 8, 2026By Park Jin-hai
Can Namkoong Min's new drama 'The Husband' beat SBS hit 'Agent Kim Reactivated?'KBS2's new crime thriller "The Husband" opened with a fast-paced story led by Namkoong Min. Marking Namkoong's return to the network after seven years, the series delivers an immersive narrative from its first episode. However, the drama faces tough competition from the established audience of SBS's "Agent Kim Reactivated," which continues to build strong ratings momentum. "The Husband," a weekend drama, centers on a man's desperate fight to save his wife, who is kidnapped just before their divorce. The plot relies on suspense and some plot twists, as the husband who sets out to find her instead becomes the prime suspect in her disappearance. In its Saturday premiere, driven neurosurgeon Kang Tae-ju (Namkoong) demands a divorce from his estranged wife, Ko Se-yun (Lee Seol), the daughter of his hospital's founder. The next day, she is suddenly kidnapped. Kang blacks out after drinking heavily and wakes to find that he had hired a hitman to kill his wife. The kidnapper initially demands 500 million won ($327,883) to carry out the hit, but when Kang backs out, the assailant demands 1 billiJul 7, 2026By Hankookilbo
New wave of chef reality shows breaks the rulesThe golden age of culinary television shows is undergoing a massive paradigm shift. Moving far beyond traditional cooking shows that rely on simple studio competitions or restaurant tours, a new wave of variety shows is breaking the rules by introducing high-stakes, real-world challenges. At the center of this cultural revolution are two hit reality shows titled "Undercover Chef" and "Street Restaurant Fighter." By stripping top-tier celebrity chefs of their hard-earned fame and authority, these shows have found a winning formula that resonates deeply with modern audiences worldwide. In the tvN's "Undercover Chef," legendary Korean culinary icons travel abroad to work as bottom-tier kitchen helpers under fake identities. For instance, dim sum queen Jung Ji-sun, pasta master Sam Kim and Kwon Sung-jun, winner of Netflix's "Culinary Class Wars" Season 1 must blend into demanding kitchens in China and Italy. They are given just five days to adapt to a foreign environment and successfully get their own dish onto the restaurant's main menu. Viewers are saying the format actually feels like aJul 7, 2026By Park Jin-hai
'Goblin' cast reunites for nostalgic 10th anniversary tripCelebrating the 10th anniversary of the iconic drama “Goblin,” the main cast reunited once again to look back on the series and stir fans’ hearts with fond memories. tvN aired the first episode of “Goblin 10th Anniversary Trip” on Saturday, featuring the drama’s main cast — Gong Yoo, Yoo In-na, Kim Go-eun and Lee Dong-wook — as they traveled to Gangneung, where one of the drama’s most symbolic scenes was filmed. The anniversary special opened with the actors stepping back into the world of “Goblin.” Gong Yoo, who played the goblin Kim Shin, appeared alongside Kim Go-eun, who portrayed the goblin’s bride Ji Eun-tak, for an interview. Yoo In-na and Lee Dong-wook also reunited to look back on the past and reflect on the drama’s 10-year legacy. “'Goblin' is still remembered to this day whenever winter comes,” Gong Yoo said. “The drama remains the brightest winter of my life.” The drama also kept the actors in touch long after it ended, especially Gong Yoo and Kim Go-eun, who live in the same neighborhood. Lee Dong-wook said the idea for the 10th anniversaryJul 6, 2026By Hankookilbo
'Agent Kim Reactivated' finds success by focusing on father's loveActor So Ji-sub's action drama "Agent Kim Reactivated" surpassed the 20 percent viewership mark just four episodes into its run. According to ratings tracker Nielsen Korea on Sunday, the fourth episode of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama, recorded a nationwide rating of 21.6 percent on Saturday. That makes it the third-highest-rated SBS Friday-Saturday drama in history, trailing only "The Penthouse 2," which hit 29.2 percent, and "The Fiery Priest,” which reached 22 percent. The show has climbed steadily since its premiere. It opened with 9.5 percent, jumped to 15.7 percent in the second episode, reached 18.8 percent in the third and broke 20 percent by the fourth episode. The series, which premiered on June 26, follows Kim (So Ji-sub), a former special agent, who now lives a quiet life as a worker at a small bank. The change in job was the last wish of his late wife, who asked him to "just live as a father." However, when his only daughter Min-ji (Seo Su-min) is kidnapped, he draws on his deadly fighting skills to save her. In the fourth episode, Kim teams up with his old friends Seong HaJul 5, 2026By Baek Byung-yeul
