K-Drama "Bulgasal: Immortal Souls" Filming Location Of The Retro Bar Lee JinWook Visited In Episode 8
Here is a filming location from episode 8 of "Bulgasal: Immortal Souls"!
Kay Sesoko, Kpopmap Editor 2 min to read ·
Published : Feb 3, 2022
· Updated : Mar 24, 2023
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"Bulgasal: Immortal Souls" is a K-Drama that has been receiving praise for its beautiful cinematography, interesting storyline, and talented actors.
Many K-Drama fans have been curious about the filming locations where the drama takes place. Most of the locations are still unknown and it was also revealed that the majority of the drama was filmed at the CJ E&M Studios with CGI.
However, we managed to find out about the filming location of the retro bar that Lee JinWook's character DanHwal and Jung JinYoung's character Kwon HoYeol/Dan Geok visited in episode 8.
Let's find out about the filming location of the bar that DanHwal visited!
"Bulgasal: Immortal Souls" Screenshot
The retro bar from "Bulgasal: Immortal Souls" is a vintage-styled bar called KingNoGaRi (킹노가리 in Korean). It is located in Paju City, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
The bar has a unique interior and exterior. The inside is decorated in old newspapers that are mostly related to the Olympics and date from as early as 1974. The owner decorated the bar themselves giving it a sentimental touch.
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Another cool point about the bar is how the windows are covered in autumn leaves and old LP covers. There are also guitars on display.
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Even the exterior is extremely detailed as the walls are covered in bottle tops.
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What do you think of this "Bulgasal: Immortal Souls" filming location? Would you add it to your travel bucket list for when you visit Korea? Let us know in the comments.
For a list of more K-Dramas and their filming locations, check out this article:
20 Best Korean Netflix Original Shows To Have On Your Watchlist (2023 Update)
Netflix is full of some incredible Korean original shows, some of which are definitely hidden gems! Check them out here!
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor 8 min to read ·
Published : Nov 3, 2023
· Updated : Dec 15, 2023
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OTT platforms have brought the world a little closer with their roster of incredible entertainment from every part of the world, facilitating a whole new wave of globalization in the new digital age. In the absence of the restrictions of cable TV, a viewer in one part of the world can consume and appreciate art and entertainment from another. One of the biggest contributors to this has been the OTT giant Netflix and its Korean original shows.
In recent times, Netflix has upped its game in the arena of Korean entertainment with the huge and still rising popularity of the same. Besides bringing numerous classics on board, Netflix has also been churning out some incredible original content for fans worldwide.
If you’re a fan of K-Pop, K-Dramas, variety shows, and more, here are our picks for the best Korean shows, movies, and more that you can watch now on Netflix!
Let us know which of these you’ve already watched, which ones you’d like to watch next, and which ones you’d advise your K-entertainment-loving friends to watch!
Note: We are using the official summaries of the shows mentioned, as seen on Netflix.
Summary: A college student navigates life and school while dealing with a unique predicament — he's living with a beautiful former K-Pop idol.
For: Fans of idol-related stories and melodramas.
Why Watch?: If you've always wondered what it must be like to live the glamorous life of a K-Pop idol, take a dive into the dark side with "Doona!" and you'll leave with renewed empathy for your favorite K-Pop stars. As for the romance at the centre of the drama, it is truly warm and healing yet painful in a way that leaves a deep impression. The chemistry between Suzy and Yang SeJong is electric, making for some heart-fluterring scenes that will definitely give you butterflies.
Summary: Three friends working for a benevolent moneylender band together to take down a ruthless loan shark who preys on the financially desperate.
For: Fans of action and suspense.
Why Watch?: "Bloodhounds" is not just an action drama. It is a story of friendship, family, perseverance, and resilience. Woo DoHwan, Lee SangYi, and Kim SaeRon deliver stellar performances, and their dynamic is simply off the charts. The comedy peppered in throughout the series is refreshing, while the action scenes are cathartic, to say the least.
3. "The Devil's Plan" - Variety Show
When: 2023
Cast: Ha SeokJin, SEVENTEEN's SeungKwan, Lee SeeWon, Park KyeongRim, Suh DongJoo, Kwak JoonBin, Orbit, Guillaume Patry, Lee HyeSung, Cho YeonWoo, Suh YuMin, Kim DongJae
Summary: 12 contestants face off in games of wit, strategy, and wisdom over 6 nights and 7 days. Who will be crowned the ultimate victor?
For: Fans of brain/strategy games and reality shows.
Why Watch?: If you enjoy reality shows like "Big Brother", you will love "The Devil's Plan". Contestants live together for seven days, within which time they must compete against each other in intricately designed games to win the ultimate prize. From teamwork to betrayal, twists and turns, eliminations, penalties, and more, this show is filled with entertainment that you do not want to miss.
4. “Kingdom” Seasons 1 and 2; “Kingdom: Ashin of the North” - Drama & Special Episode
Summary: While strange rumors about their ill king grip a kingdom, the crown prince becomes their only hope against a mysterious plague overtaking the land.
For: Fans of horror, thrillers, and political dramas.
Why watch?: "Kingdom" is one of the best Korean Netflix original shows to date. This brilliant show takes modern fears and socio-political issues and plants them in Joseon, using the motif of the zombie to address important issues in society. There’s not a single dull moment in this entire show, over two seasons and one special episode and it’s definitely worth the sleepless nights.
Summary: New friends, new loves and new experiences mix together inside a colorful college dormitory in Korea that's home to students from around the world.
For: Fans of lighthearted slice of life dramas, campus romances, and sitcoms.
Why watch?: “So Not Worth It” is Netflix’s first Korean sitcom and features a star studded cast of actors, idols, foreign actors/variety show stars and more.
Summary: A model high school student who's steeped in a world of serious crime finds his double life upended when a classmate takes an interest in his secret.
For: Fans of psychological thrillers and realistic portrayals of society.
Why watch?: “Extracurricular” was a turning point for Korean dramas as it opened up a whole new arena for dark, gritty, and unconventional narratives based on some iota of truth in society.
Summary: In a world where an app alerts people if someone in the vicinity likes them, Kim JoJo experiences young love while coping with personal adversities.
For: Fans of bubbly campus romances who do not mind a bit of cheesiness.
Why watch?: “Love Alarm” is one of the most popular Korean Netflix original shows and for good reason too. Its novel concept, amazing cast, and story development will leave you hooked.
Summary: Finding life in all that’s left behind, a detail-oriented trauma cleaner and his estranged uncle deliver untold stories of the departed to loved ones.
For: Viewers who are looking for something different from the usual sweetness of Korean dramas and do not mind darker themes.
Why watch?: Despite being based on a rather grim theme, at the end of the day “Move To Heaven” is a heartwarming coming-of-age drama about family, friendship, and love. If you're looking for memorable Korean Netflix original shows, this one will be right up your alley.
Summary: Wielding a light-up sword through the dark corners of a high school, a nurse with an unusual gift protects students from monsters only she can see.
For: Fans of supernatural and fantasy dramas.
Why watch?: This drama is full of adventure, action, mystery and thrill. Its bite sized format allows for it to be the perfect weekend binge.
Summary: As humans turn into savage monsters and wreak terror, one troubled teen and his apartment neighbors fight to survive — and to hold on to their humanity.
For: Fans of horror and webtoon-based dramas.
Why watch?: This drama is based on an incredibly popular webtoon and does complete justice to the same. Each actor’s performance is strikingly brilliant, which contributes to the hard-hitting impact of the drama.
Summary: An exploration of different personas in an eclectic collection of four works by critically acclaimed Korean directors.
For: Fans of slow-burn stories that culminate to a more than satisfying conclusion.
Why watch?: Fans of intellectual storylines will definitely appreciate this work for its subtle nuances and gripping narratives. The cast is just the cherry on top!
Summary: Hiding out in Jeju Island following a brutal tragedy, a wronged mobster with a target on his back connects with a woman who has her own demons.
For: Fans of action thrillers.
Why watch?: This film will have you at the edge of your seat from start to finish as you find yourselves rooting for the unlikeliest characters.
Summary: With prayer beads in one hand and an ax in the other, a monk hunts down a millennia-old spirit that's possessing humans and unleashing hell on Earth.
For: Fans who love all things gore, horror, and some jumpscares.
Why watch?: We cannot talk about the best Korean Netflix original shows without this horror masterpiece. This film will satisfy all horror fanatics with its chilling storyline, incredibly well-made scenes, and especially amazing CGI work. Remember to cancel out the scare with a comedy later because this film will haunt you in your nightmares.
14. “Time To Hunt” - Film
When: 2020
Cast: Lee JeHoon, Ahn JaeHong, Choi WooShik
Summary: Wanting to leave their dystopian world behind for a faraway paradise, three outlaws plot a money heist — and draw the attention of a vicious killer.
For: Fans of thrillers and action films.
Why watch?: Remember to breathe while watching this film because danger lurks at every corner. “Time To Hunt” is the very definition of a film that will have you nervously rocking back and forth until the end.
Summary: Connected by phone in the same home but 20 years apart, a serial killer puts another woman’s past — and life — on the line to change her own fate.
For: Fans of thrillers and murder mysteries.
Why watch?: This film is a rollercoaster of twists and turns that will leave you trying to patch hints together until the bigger picture is revealed.
Summary: Chasing after space debris and faraway dreams in year 2092, four misfits unearth explosive secrets during the attempted trade of a wide-eyed humanoid.
For: Fans of space adventure stories with a tinge of deep emotions.
Why watch?: This film will give you laughter, tears, excitement, and warm your heart with the sweetest tale of a chosen family, up in space.
Summary: Faced with real-world opportunities and challenges, a couple endures the highs and lows of trying to make a long-distance relationship survive.
For: This film is for everyone!
Why watch?: This film is a mind-blowing piece of solid writing, amazing acting, and perhaps the most intriguing plot twist ever that is sure to leave you thinking about it for the rest of the day.
18. “BLACKPINK: Light Up The Sky” - Documentary Film
Summary: Record-shattering Korean girl band BLACKPINK tell their story — and detail the hard-fought journey of the dreams and trials behind their meteoric rise.
For: This is for BLINKs (of course) and K-Pop fans in general as well as those who are interested in the inner workings of the K-Pop industry.
Why watch?: This docu-film is an enlightening glimpse into the world behind the glitz and glamour that comes from being the world’s biggest K-Pop group. Even if you’re not a BLINK, you need to watch this.
Summary: Tackling different mysteries in each episode of this game show, seven sleuths get closer to solving the biggest one of all: What happened to Project D?
For: Variety show fans, K-Drama fans and K-Pop fans alike!
Why watch?: This variety show features your favourite K-Drama stars, variety show experts and K-Pop idols all in one fun investigative show that will brighten up your day with laughter and entertainment.
20. “Twogether” - Variety Show
When: 2020
Cast: Lee SeungGi, Jasper Liu
Summary: Paired together for an unforgettable trip across Asia, stars Lee Seung-gi and Jasper Liu become buddies as they connect with fans and local cultures.
For: This show is for everyone who’s trying to cope with the quarantine blues.
Why watch?: Go on a virtual vacation with your favourite K-Drama and C-Drama stars Lee SeungGi and Jasper Liu from the comfort of your own home. Not only is this a travel reality show but it is also full of love and laughter that will rejuvenate you and leave you feeling all sorts of happy feelings. “Twogether” is a must-watch.
Which of these Netflix original shows is your favourite?
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Doona!
Bloodhounds
The Devil's Plan
Kingdom
So Not Worth It
Extracurricular
Love Alarm
Move To Heaven
The School Nurse Files
Sweet Home
Persona
Night In Paradise
The 8th Night
Time to Hunt
The Call
Space Sweepers
Sweet and Sour
BLACKPINK: Light Up The Sky
Busted!
Twogether
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Note: This poll was first opened in August 2021. "Doona!", "Bloodhounds" and "The Devil's Plan" have been added to the poll in November 2023.
Top 4 K-Dramas To Have On Your Watchlist This December 2023
Looking for new K-Dramas? Check out our curated list of four December K-Dramas that you absolutely do not want to miss!
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor 4 min to read ·
Published : Nov 29, 2023
· Updated : Dec 8, 2023
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The holiday season is finally here! As we enter December, the Korean drama industry is showering us with gifts in the form of some of the most highly anticipated productions of the year. From exciting sequels to adaptations, the December K-Drama calendar is packed with thrills for every kind of K-Drama viewer. So, we compiled some of the most exciting December K-Dramas in a watchlist for you!
Here are 4 December K-Dramas of 2023 that you absolutely do not want to miss!
Note: This watchlist is not a ranking. It includes select K-Dramas airing on Korean national television as well as Netflix, Disney+, and Apple+ original series. For web dramas, check out our watchlist here.
1. "Welcome To Samdal-ri"
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When & Where: December 2, Netflix
Cast: Ji ChangWook, Shin HaeSun
Summary: "Welcome To Samdal-ri" tells the story of childhood best friends Jo YongPil and Jo SamDal who were born and raised in Samdal-ri. However, they slowly drifted apart as adults. Now, YongPil is a successful weather forecaster, still living in his hometown, whereas, SamDal is a freshly out-of-work fashion photographer, forced to move back to Samdal-ri. A sweet romance blooms between the two.
Reasons To Watch: If you were a fan of "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha", you will love "Welcome To Samdal-ri". With themes of childhood sweethearts, fish out of water, and healing, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Jeju Island, this drama is set to be a refreshing year-end experience that you do not want to miss. Besides, the actor pairing is out of this world!
2. "Gyeongseong Creature" Part I
Netflix
When & Where: December 22, Netflix
Cast: Park SeoJun, Han SoHee
Summary: In the tumultuous time of 1945 in Korea, the richest man in Seoul - Jang TaeSang, and a competent sleuth - Yoon ChaeOk, face an evil beyond comprehension - a monster born of human greed.
Reasons To Watch: "GyeongSeong Creature" has been one of the most highly anticipated K-Dramas of 2023 ever since it was first announced. With Park SeoJun's return to the small screen, alongside Netflix's princess Han SoHee, this creature thriller K-Drama is going to be a masterpiece. Part I will be released on December 22, and Part II will air on January 4, 2024.
3. "Maestra: Strings Of Truth"
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When & Where: December 9, tvN
Cast: Lee YoungAe, Lee MuSaeng
Summary: Based on the French TV show "Philharmonia", "Maestra: Strings Of Truth" will tell the story of Cha SeEum - a prodigious violinist who has taken up the job of the conductor of an orchestra. To the outside world, Cha SeEum leads an enviable life but unbeknownst to them is her secret - one that can make her world come crashing down.
Reasons To Watch: One of South Korea's most beloved and respected actresses, Lee YoungAe, is leading this show and that is reason enough for K-Drama fans to want to tune in. If you need more convincing, consider that it is a psychological thriller unlike any other that will keep you on your toes until the very end. The French original achieved great popularity so it is expected that the Korean adaptation will also be a top-tier production, albeit unique in its own way.
4. "Sweet Home - Season 2"
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When & Where: December 1, Netflix
Cast: Song Kang, Go MinSi, Lee SiYoung, Lee JinWook, Park GyuYoung, JinYoung, Kim MuYeol, Oh JungSe, Yu OhSeong
Summary: The sequel to the blockbuster first season, "Sweet Home - Season 2" will unveil a whole new plethora of monstrous creatures threatening mankind as Cha HyunSoo fights to retain his humanity.
Reasons To Watch: The second season of "Sweet Home" takes creative liberties, diverging from the original webtoon to expand the world-building and present an even grander scale of the apocalyptic plot. The cast has been joined by talented actors playing new characters, raising anticipation for how their roles will shake up the universe of "Sweet Home". If you've been waiting for this season, we're certain that it will exceed your expectations but if you haven't watched the first season yet, now is a great time to start!
Which of these December K-Dramas are you looking forward to the most? Tell us in the comments section down below!
10 Most Popular Netflix Programs Currently In Korea (Based On December 5, 2023 Data)
Check out the most popular programs on Netflix in Korea at the moment (data of December 5).
Eunice, Kpopmap Editor 2 min to read ·
Published : Dec 5, 2023
· Updated : Dec 8, 2023
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With the release of "Sweet Home 2," the series caused a buzz among fans of the 1st season and general viewers of Netflix. The drama is also reported to be Song Kang last appearance in a drama before he enters the military for his mandatory service.
Wondering about the other shows that made it into Netflix Korea's top 10 shows? Check them out here!
As different content is offered by the platform per country, some shows available in South Korea may not be available in your country. Do note that the release date of a certain show on Netflix may also differ per each country.
Netflix Korea has a top 10 ranking of daily popular content on its platform. These are the most popular Netflix programs of the day in Korea based on December 5 data (retrieved on December 5, 12:15 PM KST, data for December 4).
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1. "Sweet Home"
2. "Welcome to Samdal-ri"
3. "My Demon"
4. "Comedy Royale"
5. "Korea-Khitan War"
6. "Castaway Diva"
7. "Daily Dose Of Sunshine"
8. "Adventure By Accident"
9. "A Perfect Marriage"
10. "The Apothecary Diaries"
"Sweet Home" climbs swiflty on Netflix Korea's top 10 TV shows, claiming the no. 1 spot today. Other dramas that are currently enjoying popularity are "Welcome to Samdal-ri," and "My Demon."
"Welcome to Samdal-ri," "My Demon," "Korea-Khitan War," are the ongoing dramas on this list.
Are you watching any of the shows on the top 10? Let us know which show you are watching through the comments!
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