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Han Ji Min Suffers Through Dates With Yoon Bak, "Single's Inferno" Star Yuk Jun Seo, And More In "The Practical Guide To Love"
Get ready for an eventful string of blind dates on the next episode of JTBC’s “The Practical Guide to Love”! “The Practical Guide to Love” is a new romance drama starring Han Ji Min as Lee Ui Yeong, a woman who dives into the world of blind dates after deciding to pursue love. When she meets two men with strikingly different charms, she finds herself torn between them—prompting a journey towards discovering what true love really means. Spoilers Previously on “The Practical Guide to Love,” Lee Ui Yeong took her first two steps into the world of blind dates, through which she met Song Tae Seop (Park Sung Hoon) and Shin Ji Su (Lee Ki Taek). In newly released stills from the drama’s upcoming episode, Lee Ui Yeong will continue her romantic adventures by going on a series of blind dates with a colorful cast of characters—each of whom surprises her in a new and unexpected way. Yoon Bak will make a special appearance as a star math instructor who looks at Ui Yeong as if he’s evaluating a student—and even tries to “teach” her during their date. Yuk Jun Seo of “Single’s Inferno 4” will play a former military man who became a rehabilitation trainer after his time in the UDT. Unfortunately, he seems far more interested in his food than he is in dating. Meanwhile, Lee Chang Ho will play a musical actor who catches Ui Yeong off guard by constantly breaking into song throughout their date. Finally, Lee Shin Ki will play a man who startles Ui Yeong by suddenly asking her about her parents’ retirement on their very first date. To catch Ui Yeong’s string of catastrophic blind dates, tune in to the third episode of “The Practical Guide to Love” on March 7 at 10:40 p.m. KST!
Park Jinyoung And Kim Min Ju's "Still Shining" Joins Drama Ratings Race + "In Your Radiant Season" Rises
JTBC’s new drama “Still Shining” has entered the weekend ratings battle! On March 6, the new romance starring GOT7’s Park Jinyoung and IZ*ONE’s Kim Min Ju aired its first two episodes consecutively. According to Nielsen Korea, “Still Shining” premiered to average nationwide ratings of 2.1 percent and 1.7 percent for its first and second episodes respectively. Meanwhile, MBC’s “In Your Radiant Season” rose to an average nationwide rating of 4.1 percent for its fifth episode.
4 K-Dramas To Watch If You Loved "Positively Yours"
If you are currently experiencing “Positively Yours” withdrawal, you are not alone. Whether you miss the swoon-worthy romance, the unexpected emotional depth, or simply seeing your favorite actors on screen, the post-drama slump is real. Thankfully, there are plenty of Choi Jin Hyuk’s and Oh Yeon Seo’s dramas that can help fill the void. From quirky comedies to heartfelt romances, here are four K-dramas to keep your binge-watch schedule fully booked. “Miss Night and Day” “Miss Night and Day” is a comedy-mystery K-drama revolving around the absurd life of Lee Mi Jin (Jung Eun Ji). The young woman exhausts herself working one part-time job after another until, one day, she suddenly begins turning into her 50-year-old self, played by Lee Jung Eun, but only during the day. At night, she transforms back into her youthful self. Somehow, she secures an internship, which quickly spirals into chaos due to her unusual condition and her involvement with Gye Ji Woong (Choi Jin Hyuk), a sensitive, cranky, and perfectionist prosecutor who finds himself unwillingly entangled with Lee Mi Jin in both her daytime and nighttime versions. While the K-drama “Miss Night and Day” centers primarily on Jung Eun Ji and Lee Jung Eun’s shared character, Choi Jin Hyuk offers much more than simply serving as the love interest. Even though the romance aspect is not as prevalent as in “Positively Yours,” his emotional chemistry with both the younger and older versions of the female lead truly steals the show. “Zombie Detective” Moo Young (Choi Jin Hyuk) is dead, spending his afterlife simply being dead, until mysterious illegal medical waste brings him back to life as a zombie. Although the zombie Moo Young has no recollection of his past life, he quickly adapts to his new existence and, thanks to his heightened sense of smell, becomes a private detective. On the other hand, there is Sun Ji (Park Ju Hyun), a hot-tempered former TV writer who works as his part-time assistant. As she helps Moo Young search for his lost memories, she begins to uncover his connection to one of her past cases. “Zombie Detective” is especially recommended for those who want to see Choi Jin Hyuk completely and utterly immersed in a comedic role. Despite how the trailers might make it seem, this K-drama is a comedy through and through, and Choi Jin Hyuk delivers flawlessly. The absurd plot, combined with his impeccable comedic timing, makes “Zombie Detective” a light and highly entertaining watch. Start watching “Zombie Detective”: “My Sassy Girl” A celebrated scholar known as “Joseon’s National Treasure,” Gyeon Woo (Joo Won) enjoys prestige and admiration for his brilliance. His orderly life is disrupted when the king assigns him to educate his spirited and mischievous daughter, Princess Hye Myung (Oh Yeon Seo). What begins as a frustrating mentorship soon deepens when political unrest threatens the princess’s future. As rebels move to challenge her claim to the throne, Gyeon Woo is thrust into a role far beyond that of a teacher. Forced to become her unlikely protector, he must navigate danger, court politics, and his growing loyalty to Hye Myung to save her from a looming and tragic fate. It is a light romantic-comedy sageuk with a dose of political intrigue mixed in. While there is not much that sets it apart from countless other dramas within the same genre, it remains an enjoyable watch. Oh Yeon Seo’s character, though many viewers found her annoying, is simply strong and inspiring. She constantly questions traditions and rules, choosing to study medicine rather than immediately marrying Gyeon Woo. It is especially rewarding to see how Oh Yeon Seo portrays the gradual growth and emotional maturity of her character throughout the series. Start watching “My Sassy Girl”: “Mad for Each Other” No Hwi O (Jung Woo), a detective working in Gangnam, Seoul’s violent crimes division, suddenly suffers a breakdown that leads to uncontrollable anger issues. On the other hand, Lee Min Gyeong (Oh Yeon Seo), once a successful businesswoman, is now traumatized by a past event that has left her with delusions and an inability to trust anyone. But can two people with painful pasts and complicated lives help each other heal and ultimately fall in love? While it is already difficult to excel in a comedic role that makes audiences laugh out loud or in a traumatic role that brings them to tears, balancing both within a single character is an even greater challenge. But that is exactly what Oh Yeon Seo achieves in “Mad for Each Other.” She treats her character with such nuance and sensitivity that, at times, it genuinely feels as though Lee Min Gyeong could be a real person. Javeria is a binge-watching specialist who loves devouring entire K-dramas in one sitting. Good screenwriting, beautiful cinematography, and a lack of clichés are the way to her heart. As a music fanatic, she listens to multiple artists across different genres and stans the self-producing idol group SEVENTEEN. You can talk to her on Instagram @javeriayousufs. Currently watching: “Our Universe,” The Practical Guide to Love” and “Sniper Butterfly“Looking forward to: “Shining,” “Four Hands,” and “Boyfriend on Demand.”
Park Sung Hoon And Lee Ki Taek Try To Get A Second Chance With Han Ji Min In “The Practical Guide To Love”
The love triangle is heating up in JTBC’s “The Practical Guide to Love”! “The Practical Guide to Love” tells the story of Lee Ui Yeong (Han Ji Min), a woman who dives into the world of blind dates after deciding to pursue love. When she meets Song Tae Seop (Park Sung Hoon) and Shin Ji Su (Lee Ki Taek), two men with strikingly different charms, she finds herself torn between them—prompting a journey towards discovering what true love really means. Spoilers Previously, Song Tae Seop and Shin Ji Su consecutively appeared as Lee Ui Yeong’s blind dates, drawing attention with their contrasting personalities and intriguing dynamics with her. Lee Ui Yeong’s meeting with Song Tae Seop came about through an unexpected turn of events. After realizing that the romantic signals she thought she had been getting from someone else were merely a misunderstanding, she suddenly felt that the feelings she had carefully prepared to give had gone to waste. On impulse, she decided to try a blind date. Through the introduction of hotel general manager Eun Jeong Seok (Kim Won Hae), Lee Ui Yeong and Song Tae Seop ended up on a somewhat unexpected blind date. Surprisingly, the meeting unfolded smoothly. Having carefully prepared everything from her neat outfit to conversation topics, Lee Ui Yeong was able to chat comfortably with Song Tae Seop, and a subtle romantic atmosphere soon began to form between them. However, the warm mood took an abrupt turn when Song Tae Seop revealed that he hoped to pursue a relationship with marriage in mind. Since it was her very first blind date, Lee Ui Yeong was visibly flustered by the sudden seriousness of his intentions and ultimately wrapped up the meeting rather hastily. After her meeting with Song Tae Seop, Lee Ui Yeong did not receive any follow-up contact. Soon afterward, another acquaintance proposed a second blind date. Armed only with the information that her date earned a high salary but might be somewhat lacking in looks, Lee Ui Yeong attended the meeting—only to encounter someone who looked completely different from what she had been told: Shin Ji Su. Immediately struck by Shin Ji Su’s striking visuals, Lee Ui Yeong attempted to keep the conversation going using the information she had been given beforehand. However, Shin Ji Su—who had stepped in as a substitute for the original date—seemed focused solely on wrapping up the situation smoothly. His consistently cynical, and at times even rude, attitude gradually made the atmosphere grow awkward and cold. Yet as the blind date progressed, Lee Ui Yeong’s honest and cheerful personality began to spark Shin Ji Su’s curiosity, opening the door to a new dynamic between them. When Lee Ui Yeong, feeling uncomfortable, declared that she wanted to end the date, Shin Ji Su unexpectedly suggested continuing the evening elsewhere, turning the situation around. He then began approaching her more actively, creating a subtle tension between them. Still mindful of his earlier behavior, however, Lee Ui Yeong dismissed his interest as mere whimsy and firmly drew the line. From their very first meetings, Song Tae Seop and Shin Ji Su captured attention with completely different charms. While Song Tae Seop displayed a somewhat clumsy yet straightforward sincerity by boldly expressing his intention to date with marriage in mind, Shin Ji Su brought a surprising twist with his playful and unpredictable appeal. Now, both men face their own hurdles in their relationships with Lee Ui Yeong. Song Tae Seop must explain why he delayed contacting her after their first meeting, while Shin Ji Su must reveal the truth behind why he appeared at the blind date as a substitute. Who will make the next move first and win Lee Ui Yeong’s heart? Find out in the next episode of “The Practical Guide to Love” on March 7 at 10:40 p.m. KST!
Lee Mi Sook Starts Preparing Lee Sung Kyung To Inherit Her Fashion House In “In Your Radiant Season”
MBC’s “In Your Radiant Season” has shared new stills ahead of tonight’s broadcast! “In Your Radiant Season” is a new romance drama about the love story between Sunwoo Chan (Chae Jong Hyeop), a man who lives each day like an exciting summer vacation, and Song Ha Ran (Lee Sung Kyung), a woman who has closed herself off as through trapped in a long winter. Spoilers Previously, Kim Nana (Lee Mi Sook), began to suspect she might have dementia after experiencing unusual symptoms such as frequent forgetfulness and even forgetting where she was headed while standing in the middle of a crosswalk. After realizing that Song Ha Dam’s (Oh Ye Ju) boyfriend Cha Yoo Gyeom (Kim Tae Young) was the student who once helped her when she got lost, Nana asked him to keep her condition a secret from her family, creating a private secret between the two. Newly released stills ahead of today’s Episode 5 show Kim Nana visiting Park Man Jae (Kang Seok Woo) at his café. Nana beams with a bright smile after receiving an unexpected gift that Man Jae had been unable to give her 55 years ago. The episode will also reveal the story behind why the two were forced to part ways in the past, raising viewers’ curiosity. Man Jae later suggests that they travel together to Chuncheon, a place filled with memories from their childhood. Meanwhile, after learning about Nana’s dementia, Cha Yoo Gyeom quietly looks after her without telling his girlfriend Song Ha Dam. Although Nana tells him not to come see her anymore, she gradually begins to rely on him as he continues to show genuine concern for her. However, Ha Dam begins to suspect that Yoo Gyeom is hiding something from her, foreshadowing new tension in their relationship. As her symptoms gradually worsen, Nana decides to slowly begin putting her affairs in order. She even begins considering passing down Nana Atelier, which she built herself, to her eldest granddaughter Song Ha Ran. Nana calls Ha Ran—who has been busy with an animation collaboration project—to begin giving her management lessons, but Ha Ran grows suspicious of Nana’s sudden change in attitude. Will Nana be able to carry out her plans without revealing the truth to her granddaughters? Episode 5 of “In Your Radiant Season” will air on March 6 at 9:40 p.m. KST.
Ha Jung Woo Shares Why He Chose “Mad Concrete Dreams” And Dishes On His Complex Character
Ha Jung Woo has shared more insights into his new drama “Mad Concrete Dreams”! “Mad Concrete Dreams” is a thriller drama that follows Ki Soo Jong (Ha Jung Woo), a struggling landlord who becomes entangled in crime to protect his family and property. While he achieves the coveted status of a landlord, mounting debts lead him to participate in a staged kidnapping. However, the plan spirals out of control as the fake kidnapping turns dangerously real. Making his return to TV dramas for the first time in 19 years, Ha Jung Woo will play Ki Soo Jong, a heavily indebted landlord who secured his building by taking out loans to the absolute limit. Ha Jung Woo shared that he chose the project because of the character’s layered appeal. He explained, “I thought Soo Jong was a character who reveals human nature. He’s an ordinary person who can be good at times and bad at others. When the building that represents his hope in life is put at risk of being taken away, he becomes desperate. As he struggles to survive among even more ruthless people, he shows the many different sides of human nature.” He continued, “The fake kidnapping Soo Jong plans takes an unexpected turn, and as he gets dragged deeper into the situation, he gradually becomes darker. I focused on portraying that descent and those emotions in a convincing way.” Ha Jung Woo also revealed that his decision to appear in the drama was driven not only by the strength of the story but also by his trust in the people involved in the project. He said, “The power of the story was of course significant, but I also had great trust in director Im Pil Sung. Through many conversations with the director and fellow actors on set, I became even more confident about joining this drama.” He also highlighted the drama’s “chain-reaction storytelling” as its key viewing point. Ha Jung Woo explained, “The story continuously unfolds with one event leading to another, and the emotional arcs of the characters evolve along with it—that will be the drama’s key viewing points.” “Mad Concrete Dreams” is set to premiere on March 14 at 9:10 p.m. KST.