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Kim Young Kwang, Lee Young Ae, And Park Yong Woo Cross Paths In Unlikely Circumstances In "Walking On Thin Ice"
KBS2’s upcoming drama “Walking on Thin Ice” has unveiled new stills! “Walking on Thin Ice” will tell the story of the dangerous partnership between Kang Eun Soo (Lee Young Ae), a mother desperate to protect her family, and Lee Kyung (Kim Young Kwang), a teacher who secretly leads a double life. Lee Young Ae plays Kang Eun Soo, an ordinary housewife who enters a forbidden world. Kim Young Kwang stars as Lee Kyung, a popular after-school art teacher by day who secretly works as a drug dealer by night. Park Yong Woo plays Jang Tae Goo, the head of the narcotics unit that is tracking the drug trafficking organization known as Phantom. The newly released stills show contrasting moments of Kang Eun Soo, Lee Kyung, and Jang Tae Goo in the same space, each facing very different situations. Amidst her husband’s worsening illness and financial troubles, Eun Soo finds drugs in a bag left at her home. To protect her family, she steps into a forbidden world. While trying to meet a drug dealer, she runs into her daughter’s after-school art teacher, Lee Kyung, in an unexpected place. Meanwhile, Tae Goo, who was searching for the missing drug bag lost by Phantom, storms into the club where Lee Kyung is. With all three characters facing the calm before the storm, their fates remain to be seen. The production team commented, “Eun Soo, Lee Kyung, and Tae Goo face one another with different goals. Their relationship is not just a chase but a complex web of survival, greed, and secrets that must never be revealed, pulling them into an unpredictable whirlwind. The intense performances by the three actors will deepen the drama’s impact, so please look forward to it.” “Walking on Thin Ice” will premiere on September 20 at 9:20 p.m. KST.
Ma Dong Seok, Seo In Guk, Kang Mina, And More Showcase Unmatched Teamwork In “Twelve”
The upcoming action drama “Twelve” has unveiled new stills highlighting the cast’s strong chemistry! Inspired by the 12 zodiac animals of the East, “Twelve” tells the story of 12 angels living in the human world in human form to protect the Korean Peninsula from evil spirits. Long ago, the angels barely managed to seal the forces of evil in the gates of hell through their sacrifice, bringing peace. However, with the evil spirits awakening, chaos returns. The newly released stills reveal the special connection among the 12 zodiac angels. To protect humans from evil forces, eight of the angels—Tae San (Ma Dong Seok), Won Seung (Seo In Guk), Mir (Lee Joo Bin), Do Ni (Go Kyu Pil), Gang Ji (Kang Mina), Jwi Dol (Sung Yoo Bin), Mal Sook (Ahn Ji Hye), and Bang Wool (Regina Lei)—live on Earth in human form. After thousands of years together, their bond is so strong they can understand each other’s feelings just by looking into each other’s eyes. Living separately yet together within their own spheres of life, these angels’ teamwork shines even brighter when evil forces rise again. After Ogui (Park Hyung Sik), who was sealed away when the hellgate was barely closed, awakens, the angels face a massive crisis. Along with the hellgate, their special powers were sealed away, but their worries are short-lived. Their strong determination to join forces again, defeat evil, and save the world remains powerful. Their expressions—whether all staring in the same direction or having serious conversations—hint at the ominous future ahead. Notably, Mir’s absence among the gathered angels adds to the mystery. The sight of Tae San forcefully striking something with a hammer, watched by the other angels, builds anticipation for the battle these united forces will wage against evil. The cast playing the eight angels said they shared strong chemistry off-camera as well. Seo In Guk remarked, “We quickly became close with each other. Everyone worked hard, so we were able to sync up fast. There was never a shortage of laughter throughout the shoot.” Lee Joo Bin said, “Everyone was kind and energetic, so we never lost our smiles and approached the work with passion. It was a warm, cheerful set.” Kang Mina added, “Our chemistry was great, of course. Since the angels have spent thousands of years together, we had to look like a family. Trust is key to pulling off the action scenes, and that naturally brought us closer. It really feels like we became a family.” “Twelve” will premiere on August 23.
Watch: Jang Dong Yoon Condemns His Serial Killer Mother Go Hyun Jung In “Queen Mantis” Teaser
SBS’s upcoming drama “Queen Mantis” has released its first teaser! A remake of the French series “La Mante,” “Queen Mantis” is a crime thriller starring Go Hyun Jung as Jung Yi Shin, a famous serial killer nicknamed “The Mantis” who brutally murdered five men 20 years ago and has been imprisoned ever since. When a new serial killer emerges, copying The Mantis’s distinctive style, the police approach Jung Yi Shin for her assistance in solving the case. Jang Dong Yoon plays Detective Cha Soo Yeol, who must work alongside his mother—the serial killer “The Mantis”—whom he has despised his entire life. The teaser showcases the complex relationship between serial killer Jung Yi Shin and her detective son Cha Soo Yeol. It opens with the two sitting across from each other. With a cold, cynical tone, Cha Soo Yeol says to a pale-looking Jung Yi Shin, “Your hands—the ones that killed five people—are so warm.” Viewers are then shown why Cha Soo Yeol harbors such resentment toward his mother. In one chilling scene, she says, “I should have ripped apart every single part of that bastard’s body, piece by piece.” The teaser rapidly alternates between shocking scenes of Go Hyun Jung—inspecting a crime scene, smiling while committing murder, and becoming suddenly excited as though recalling the moment of killing. The relationship between the serial killer mother and her detective son is thrown into turmoil when a gruesome copycat murder shakes the city. Other officers—Choi Jung Ho (Jo Sung Ha) and Kim Na Hee (Lee El)—join the investigation. The teaser offers glimpses of the detectives’ determination to stop further killings, showing them in multiple scenes tracking down clues. The teaser ends with Jung Yi Shin smiling eerily while her son Cha Soo Yeol is condemning her, saying, “You’re a butcher who loves the smell of blood, a mantis, just a monster!” Watch the teaser below! “Queen Mantis” premieres on September 5 at 9:50 p.m. KST.
“Reply 1988” Cast To Reportedly Reunite For Special 10th Anniversary Content + Production Team Comments
The cast and crew of “Reply 1988” may be reuniting for special content for the drama’s 10th anniversary! On August 13, OSEN reported that the production team behind tvN’s “Reply 1988” is planning a group MT (membership training) trip in celebration of the show’s 10-year milestone. Led by director Shin Won Ho and writer Lee Woo Jung’s production company Egg Is Coming, the team will reportedly travel to an undisclosed location in Gangwon Province in October to commemorate the anniversary. In response to the report, a representative from Egg Is Coming shared, “It is true that we are discussing content to celebrate the 10th anniversary of ‘Reply 1988,’ but no specific details have been finalized yet.” “Reply 1988” is a heartwarming, comedic family drama set in Ssangmun-dong in 1988, following the lives of five families living on the same street. The third installment in the “Reply” series, the show aired from November 2015 to January 2016, spanning 20 episodes. The series gained widespread popularity, achieving a peak viewership rating of 18.8 percent. Stay tuned for more updates!
Lee Chae Min Shares Insight On His Upcoming Drama "Bon Appétit, Your Majesty"
Lee Chae Min has shared his thoughts on his upcoming drama “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty”! Based on a popular web novel, “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty” is a fantasy romance drama starring Lim Yoona as Yeon Ji Young, an award-winning French chef who winds up traveling 500 years back into the past. There, she meets despotic king Lee Heon (Lee Chae Min), who is known as the worst of tyrants—and who also happens to be a discerning gourmet. On why he chose to star in the drama, Lee Chae Min shared, “First, the theme of cooking immediately caught my interest, and Lee Heon is a three-dimensional character, so I found him very appealing. Also, since I’m a fan of director Jang Tae Yoo’s projects, I really wanted to star in the drama.” Talking about his character Lee Heon, Lee Chae Min said, “He is a dynamic figure who stirs everything up like a typhoon you can’t even approach. He has an unstable psychological state and a fiery personality, but he also has unexpected, quirky sides.” He went on to liken Lee Heon to yukgaejang (a spicy beef soup with meat and various ingredients), saying that beneath his wild exterior lies a multifaceted character with many diverse qualities. On how he prepared for the multi-dimensional character of Lee Heon, Lee Chae Min explained, “I tried to balance heavy and light tones so that the dignity and free-spiritedness that come with being a king could coexist. I also gave a lot of input on styling to highlight his intense gaze, and I worked hard to create Lee Heon’s unique way of expressing himself in each situation.” Regarding how he prepared for the action scenes, he revealed, “I newly learned horseback riding. I also received training in swordsmanship and archery on set and collaborated with the martial arts team to enhance the quality of the action scenes.” Encouraging viewers to tune in to the drama, Lee Chae Min remarked, “It offers a variety of exciting elements that blend mystery and romance through cooking.” He promised that viewers will be captivated not only by the relationship between Yeon Ji Young (played by Lim Yoona) and Lee Heon but also by the palace intrigues and power struggles that unfold. “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty” will premiere on August 23 at 9:10 p.m. KST.
5 K-Dramas To Watch If You Are Missing "BITCH X RICH 2"
If you are still reeling from the chaotic, couture-filled, and revenge-thirsty world of “BITCH X RICH 2” and it’s rather volatile teen verse, you’re not alone. The teen noir thriller came with its share of chaos, intrigue, and redemption. The rich mean girls had their claws unsheathed and wrecked havoc in the corridors of Cheongdam High and beyond. Need more elite-school madness and petty power plays? Here are five K-dramas to watch next. “The Glory” Revenge is a dish best served ice cold, and Song Hye Kyo’s Moon Dong Eun knows how to do it with chills and thrills. If you loved “BITCH X RICH 2” for its bullied-girl-rises-to-power arc, then “The Glory” takes that and dials it up to 100. Moon Dong Eun is a woman who has spent her years meticulously plotting revenge against her high school tormentors. The show provides chilling turns from Lim Ji Yeon as Park Yeon Jin, the sadistic school bully, and her crew of equally nasty besties, and they make Moon Dong Eun’s life a living hell. There is also the Go playing reticent plastic surgeon, Joo Yeo Jeong (Lee Do Hyun), who has secrets of his own and willingly steps in to help Moon Dong Eun with her revenge. “The Glory” is haunting and gripping as well as incredibly cathartic. Song Hye Kyo gives us one of the best defining roles in her career as the avenging Moon Dong Eun. The actor gets the pain and pathos of her character on point, and her silences and expressions evoke the despair and anger of her character. “SKY Castle” You don’t have to look far beyond the parents to figure out why the kids at Cheongdam High turned out the way they were. They were overbearing, ambitious, and toxic to the core. In a similar vein, the overbearing moms at the plush and swanky residential enclave SKY Castle are no different. The drama exposes the ugly underbelly of South Korea’s education obsession. It’s got tiger moms, spiraling teens, and the ultimate academic Hunger Games. Yum Jung Ah, Lee Tae Ran, Yoon Se Ah, Oh Na Ra, and Kim Seo Hyung lead the stellar ensemble cast, each portraying fiercely competitive mothers who’ll do anything to secure their children’s futures. There’s no murder mystery here, but the stakes feel just as high. “The Penthouse” “BITCH X RICH 2” was chaotic as the rich girls manipulated and the not-so rich tried to wrestle their way to the to with their own plot twists. But “The Penthouse” is one step ahead. It’s a classic case of chaos on steroids. With its high-rise luxury apartments, operatic betrayal, and twisted mother-daughter dynamics, this is a wild ride you won’t be able to stop watching. Lee Ji Ah, Kim So Yeon, andEugene headline a saga full of gasp-worthy twists, where strategy is a necessary skill-set to survive. And Kim So Yeon’s portrayal of the icy soprano queen Cheon Seo Jin is unforgettable and simply iconic. “Boys Over Flowers” Long before Baek Jena in “BITCH X RICH 2” walked the school corridors with an icy scowl and designer pumps and cracked the whip over Diamond 6, there was Gu Jun Pyo (Lee Min Ho) and his F4 crew, which included Kim Hyun Joong, Kim Bum, and Kim Joon. As a spoilt, rich brat, Jun Pyo and the F4 were the uncrowned royalty of their ultra elite school, Shinhwa High. However, the arrival of an ordinary girl named Jan Di (Ku Hye Sun) disrupts their lives, especially Jun Pyo’s, who has finally met his match in more ways than one. This cult classic set the standard for K-drama chaebol schools, class clashes, and one feisty girl disrupting the hierarchy. It’s lighter in tone, but it’s still drenched in drama. The show continues to retain its position as an all-time favorite amongst many K-drama fans. Originally a Japanese manga, it also has different renditions in several other countries. “Revenge of Others” A darker, grittier take on teen drama, this thriller follows Ok Chan Mi (Shin Ye Eun) who transfers schools to investigate the suspicious death of her twin brother. Along the way, she crosses paths with Ji Soo Heon (Lomon), a student with his own vigilante justice agenda. Together the two set on the path to get justice and uncover some grizzly secrets on the way. It’s got suspense, action, and a vigilante bent. You can think of it as similar to “BITCH X RICH 2” but with more knives and less lipstick. Hey Soompiers, which of these is your favorite drama? Let us know in the comments below! Puja Talwar is a Soompi writer with a strong Yoo Yeon Seok and Lee Junho bias. A long time K-drama fan, she loves devising alternate scenarios to the narratives. She has interviewed Lee Min Ho, Gong Yoo, Cha Eun Woo, and Ji Chang Wook to name a few. You can follow her on @puja_talwar7 on Instagram