K-Dramas and Korean webtoons are both popular so when webtoons are adapted into K-Dramas they certainly interest! Korean production companies make more and more adaptations every year.

At Kpopmap, we keep listing all the dramas and web dramas based on webtoon for you. After 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 dramas based on webtoon, we listed up all the 2023 dramas based on webtoon!

The year has been filled with exciting releases. Webtoon fans ended up watching the drama and K-Drama fans ended up reading the webtoon. Here are the dramas based on webtoon that aired in 2023.

Note: Only dramas starting in 2023 are included.

Note: This article has been updated throughout the year.

Stay updated in 2024 with the list below:

 

1. "Duty After School" / Release Date: March 31, 2023

Studio Dragon has adapted the thriller webtoon "Duty After School" (in Korean "방과 후 전쟁활동", literal translation "After School War Activities") by Ha IlKwon into a web drama. It tells the story of students of the country about to pass the CSAT who have been conscripted to fight an unidentified object for extra points.

PD Sung YongIl ("Class of Lies") and writer Lee NamKyu ("The Light In Your Eyes") was in charge of the production of the webdrama. Shin HyunSoo, Hwang SeIn, Ahn DoKyu, Kim SuGyeom, Kwon EunBin, and more are part of the cast. It is a TVING original.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

2. "Moving" / Release Date: August 9, 2023

The supernatural webtoon "Moving" (in Korean "무빙") by Kang Full was adapted into a drama. A supernatural story about high school students and their parents who keep secrets that others don't know.

The director Mo WanIl ("Misty" and "The World of the Married") was in charge of the production of the drama. Zo InSung, Han HyoJoo and Cha TaeHyun are part of the cast in this Disney+ drama.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

3. "Bloodhounds" / Release Date: June 9, 2023

The thriller webtoon "Hunting Dogs" (in Korean "사냥개들") by JungChan was adapted into the drama "Bloodhounds." It tells the story of three men who got entangled with each other due to debt and their attempt to get out of it.

It is a Netflix Original drama with 8 episodes. Director Kim JuHwan (movies "Midnight Runners", "The Divine Fury") was in charge of the adaptation. Woo DoHwan, Lee SangYi, Park SungWoong, and Jung DaEun are part of the cast.

For more information about webtoon and its characters, you can check here.

Read more about Woo DoHwan's character in the drama here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

4. "Black Knight" / Release Date: May 12, 2023

The webtoon "Delivery Knight" (in Korean "택배기사") by Lee YungYun was adapted into the Netflix drama "Black Knight". The story takes place in a dystopian future where the air pollution has become so serious that people only live out of delivery.

Kim WooBin, Esom, and Kang YouSeok are cast for the drama.

Find out about the characters and the webtoon here.

Check out our cast and summary for more about the drama including posters and teaser here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

5. "Mask Girl" / Release Date: August 18, 2023

The webtoon "Mask Girl" (in Korean "마스크걸") by MaeMi and HuiSe was adapted into a Netflix drama. It tells the story of Kim MoMi who has a great body but an unattractive face. She dreamed of becoming a celebrity, but she gave up because of her face. She lives as an office worker during the day and is the 'BJ Mask Girl" at night.

Ahn JaeHong, Ko HyunJung, NaNa, and Yeom HyeRan are the lead actors of this Netflix drama.

Check out the introduction to the webtoon here.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

6. "See You in My 19th Life" / Release Date: June 17, 2023

The romance webtoon "See You in My 19th Life" (in Korean "이번 생도 잘 부탁해", "Please Take Care Of Me In This Life as Well") by Lee Hey was adapted into a drama. It tells the reckless romance of a woman who remembers her past lives.

Shin HaeSun and Ahn BoHyun are cast for this drama.

Check out our dream casting for the role of the male lead, Moon SeoHa here!

Check out the cast and summary and learn more about the characters here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

7. "Daily Dose of Sunshine" / Release Date: November 3, 2023

The webtoon "Morning Comes To The Mental Ward" or "Nurse Sheena's Asylum Diary" (in Korean " 정신병동에도 아침이 와요") by Lee RaHa was adapted into the drama "Daily Dose of Sunshine". It tells the story of a nurse working in a mental ward.

Park BoYoung, Yeon WooJin, Lee JungEun, Jang DongYoon, and more are part of the cast for this Netflix drama.

Find out more about the webtoon and its characters here.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

8. "Divorce Attorney Shin"/ Release Date: March 4, 2023

The webtoon "Divorce Attorney Shin" (in Korean "신성한 이혼") by Kang TaeKyung was adapted into a JTBC drama. It tells the story of a lawyer specializing in divorce.

Jo SeungWoo and Han HyeJin are cast. The drama started on March 4 on JTBC.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

9. "Doona!" / Release Date: October 20, 2023

The popular romance webtoon "The Girl Downstairs" (in Korean "이두나!") by Songah Min was adapted into a drama. It is a light-hearted yet meaningful webtoon about two young people who cross paths and change each other's lives forever.

Suzy and Yang SeJong are the leads of this Netflix Original Series.

Check out our dream cast and more information on the webtoon here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

10. "Sing My Crush" / Release Date: August 2, 2023

The BL webtoon "Follow the Wind" (in Korean "따라바람") by Geomdong and JUSTOON was adapted in a drama. It is a music romance story about the dreams of the band "Follow the Wind", with its vocals "Wind" and the band's manager HanTae.

Jang DoYoon and Son HyeonWu are casted in this BL drama.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

11. "Vigilante" / Release Date: November 8, 2023

The webtoon "Vigilante" (in Korean "비질란테") by CRG and Kim KyuSam was adapted into a movie and a Disney+ drama. In a world where the law is flawed, the lead character will try to make it perfect.

StudioN is in charge. Nam JooHyuk, Lee JunHyuk and Cho SeungWoo are cast.

Check out the introduction to "Vigilante" here.

Check out the cast and summary to learn more about the drama here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

12. "Joseon Lawyer" / Release Date: March 31, 2023

The webtoon "Joseon Lawyer" (in Korean "조선변호사") by Sim Gun and Writer Jeong was adapted into a drama. It is a refreshing and heartwarming story about Kang HanSu, a lawyer who plans lawsuits and even takes advantages of the feelings of wronged victims. Due to unintended events, he becomes revered as the people's "solver" and hero, which causes him to really grow into a just lawyer.

Woo DoHwan and WJSN's BoNa are cast for this MBC drama.

Check out an introduction to the webtoon here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

13. "A Shoulder to Cry On" / Release Date: March 15, 2023

The BL webtoon "A Shoulder to Cry On" (in Korean "소년을위로해줘") by DongMul was adapted into a drama. Here is the summary: Due to TaeHyun's joke, DaYeol gets falsely accused of scandalously attacking him. Among the archers, DaYeol's athletic path is in danger. DaYeol asks TaeHyun to explain the truth; however, he discovers that he is getting swayed by him.

OMEGA X's JaeHan and YeChan are casted for the drama. The drama was planned to air in 2022 but finally was aired in 2023.

For more information about the drama and webtoon, you can check here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

14. "Death's Game" / Release Date: December 15, 2023

The webtoon "Death's Game" (in Korean: "이제 곧 죽습니다") by Lee WonSik and Ggulchan was adapted into a drama. The story revolves around YiJae Choi, a 31-year old job seeker who couldn't find a job for 5 years after graduating from college. His ex-girlfriend, who he dated for 6 years, will be marrying another man 3 months after breaking up with him. YiJae commits suicide by jumping off a building, and experiences a reincarnation.

Seo InGuk and Park SoDam are casted for this drama.

Check out an introduction to the webtoon here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

15. “Moon In The Day” / Release Date: November 1, 2023

The webtoon “Moon In The Day” (in Korean "낮에 뜨는 달") has been announced to be adapted in a drama back in 2018 and finally aired in 2023. It is a story about a man whose time has stopped and a woman who is passing through past and present. It is not a simple love story but a ‘romance thriller’.

Kim YoungDae and Pyo YeJin are cast for the drama.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

16. "A Good Day To Be a Dog" / Release Date: October 11, 2023

The romance fantasy webtoon "A Good Day To Be a Dog" also called "Lovely Again Today" (in Korean "오늘도 사랑스럽개") was adapted into a drama. It tells the story of a woman who has been cursed to change into a dog every night and a guy who is afraid of dogs. She tries to remove the curse.

ASTRO’s Cha EunWoo, Park GyuYoung, and Lee HyunWoo are the leads of this drama.

For more information about the drama and webtoon, you can check here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

17. "The Perfect Deal" / Release Date: October 6, 2023

The webtoon "Deal" (in Korean "거래") by WooNam20 was adapted into a Wavve drama. It tells the story of three high school alumni who meet for the first time in a while and drink a lot. They put one of them to sleep because he was too drunk but they received a phone call saying that he was kidnaped. Will the two of them get him back safely?

Yoo SeungHo, Kim DongHwi, and Yoo SuBin are cast.

Check out the cast and summary here.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

18. "Unintentional Love Story" / Release Date: March 17, 2023

The BL webtoon "Unintentional Love Story" (in Korean "비의도적 연애담") by PB was adapted into a web drama. It is a romance that tells the story of a relationship that starts with a lie but eventually blossoms into real love.

Cha SeoWon and B1A4’s GongChan are cast for this BL drama.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

19. "The Killing Vote" / Release Date: August 10, 2023

The webtoon "National Death Penalty Vote" (in Korean: "국민사형투표"), written by Eom SeYoon and illustrated by Jeong LeePoom, was produced into a drama. The story is about a so-called "devastation" that judges the "innocent demons" in Korea, causing friction with other figures such as the police.

Park HaeJin, Im JiYeon, and Park SungWoong are part of the casting.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

20. "Love Tractor" / Release Date: June 7, 2023

The BL webtoon "Love Tractor" (in Korean "트랙터는 사랑을 싣고") by AngryMonster and HmmYongYong was adapted into a drama. It is a romance story where we meet SeonYool, a man from the city who comes to the countryside for a while and meets YeChan, a country guy who loves the countryside so much.

The drama was produced by the same production of "Semantic Error". DoWon and Yoon DoJin are cast.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

21. "The Heavenly Idol" / Release Date: February 15, 2023

The webtoon "The Heavenly Idol" (in Korean "성스러운 아이돌") by Studio M and illustrated by AkSa, was adapted into a drama. It is a fantasy comedic romance story about the entertainment industry where one day, a High Priest of a suddenly finds himself in the body of an idol.

Kim MinGue, Go BoYeol, and more are part of the casting.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

22. "The Story of Park’s Marriage Contract" / Release Date: November 24, 2023

The webtoon "The Story of Park's Marriage Contract" (literal translation, in Korean "열녀 박씨 계약 결혼뎐") by Kim NeoWool and B was adapated into a historical romance drama. The main character Park YeonWoo, who lived in the Joseon Dynasty, suddenly falls to Korea in the 21st century after her husband dies. When she came to her senses, dead husband was in front of her.

Lee SeYoung and Bae InHyuk are the leads of the drama.

Check out an introduction to the webtoon here.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

23. "Not Others" / Release Date: July 17, 2023

The webtoon "Nam Nam" (in Korean "남남") by Jung YoungRong was adapted into a drama. It is a family story about a strange mother and a cool daughter living together and show various happenings that happen during their daily life. It drew attention by recording more than 25 million views.

Park SungHoon, Girls' Generation's SooYoung, Jun HyeJin and Ahn JaeWook are part of the casting.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

24. "Perfect Marriage Revenge" / Release Date: October 28, 2023

The web novel "Perfect Marriage Revenge" (in Korean "완벽한 결혼의 정석") by Lee BeomBae was turned into a drama. The romance revenge drama is about a woman who chooses a contract marriage to be able to stage her revenge.

Sung Hoon and Jung YooMin are the leads of this drama.

Web Novel: Korean / English.

 

25. "Secret Playlist" / Release Date: November 18, 2023

The romance webtoon "Secret Playlist" (in Korean "플레이, 플리") by 2F was adapted into a drama. It tells the story of Hanju, a university student who is also a cover artist named PLII. She does everything to hide her secret identity when Levi, a popular idol, asks for a collab. However, the two of them grow closer as they are classmates. Will she be able to hide her identity?

Kim HyangGi, Shin HyunSeung, and Yeon Oh are casted in the drama.

Check out more information about the webtoon and its main characters here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

Season 2

26. "Taxi Driver 2" /  Release Date: February 17, 2023

The webtoon "Deluxe Taxi" (in Korean "모범택시") (official English title "Red Cage") by Carlos and KeuKeu JaeJin was adapted into the drama "Taxi Driver" in 2021. SBS released a season 2 of the drama. It tells the story of a special taxi company Rainbow Transportation and their deluxe taxi driver Kim DoGi's complete acts of revenge on behalf of unfair victims.

Lee JeHoon, Esom, and Pyo YeJin are the lead actors of the season 1, but Esom is no longer acting in the season 2.

For more information about the season 1 and the webtoon, you can check our cast and summary here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English

 

27. "D.P. 2" /  Release Date: July 28, 2023

The webtoon "D.P Dog Day" (In Korean "D.P 개의 날") by Kim BoTong was adapted into the Netflix Drama "D.P." on Netflix in 2021, and its season 2 was released this year. It is a story about JoonHo and HyoYeol, two members of the D.P. Arrest Team in charge of capturing army deserters, and the stories they learn about the deserters along the way.

Jung HaeIn, Koo KyoHwan, Son SukKu, and more are casted in this season 2.

Check out the cast and summary of the 1st season, for more about the characters and teasers, here.

Webtoon links: Korean / Not officially available in English.

 

28. "Sweet Home 2" /  Release Date: December 1, 2023

In 2020, Netflix released the season 1 of "Sweet Home" based on the popular thriller horror webtoon "Sweet Home" (in Korean "스위트홈") by Carnby Kim and YoungChan Hwang. It tells the story of a loner high school student who lost his family and the bizarre and shocking things that happened to him in his new flat.

Song Kang, Lee SiYoung, Go MinSi and Park GyuYoung are cast for the season 2.

For more information about the drama and webtoon, you can check our cast and summary of the 1st season here.

Webtoon links: Korean, English

 

29. "The Uncanny Counter 2" / Release Date: July 29, 2023

The fantasy and thriller webtoon "Amazing Rumor" (in Korean "경이로운 소문") by JangYi was adapted into the drama named "The Uncanny Counter" in 2020, and its season 2 aired in 2023. It tells the story of evil spirits of the afterlives who come down to earth to have eternal life and the counters that are capturing them.

Kim SeJeong, Cho ByeongKyu, Yu JunSang, and Yeom HyeRan are the lead actors. The drama was broadcast on tvN, and is now available on Netflix.

For more information about the drama and webtoon, you can check our cast and summary of the 1st season here.

Webtoon links: Korean / English.

 

Stay updated in 2024 with the list below:

 

Figuring out what to watch once you've finished your current K-Drama or Korean web drama can be a daunting task. You might be worried that the next drama you pick doesn't live up to the one you've just watched. You might not even know where to start with choosing a new one.

Don't worry, though! Kpopmap has got your back with an inclusive guide to the hottest upcoming Korean web dramas being released each month.

A 'web drama' refers to original series dramas that are professionally produced and released primarily through online platforms (OTT platforms).

We are here to help you make your selection of web dramas to add to your watchlist this December.

Let's take an in-depth look at the Korean web dramas streaming and being released this month.

Note: This list only includes web dramas. The K-Drama selection can be found in this article.

 

1. "Island"

Release date: From December

Platform/Where to watch: TVING, Amazon Prime

Number of episodes: 12

Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Action, Exorcism

Summary: Monsters of Jeju Island have been looking for opportunities to get rid of the human world for a long time and have started to target a chaebol heiress who arrived on the island. Daehan Group's Won MiHo is the only daughter of the company's chairman. Her selfish and arrogant attitude led to her father's decision to send her to Jeju Island. There, she was assigned to teach ethics at a high school, where evil was roaming free without her knowing it. Together with the other individuals on the island, she starts to form a new community to survive.

Director: Park BaeJong

Director Park BaeJong directed the drama "Goodbye My Love"(1999) and wrote and directed the film "Fabricated City" (2017) starring Ji ChangWook.

Cast: Kim NamGil, Lee DaHee, ASTRO's Cha EunWoo, Sung Jun

Kim NamGil will play the role of Van. He is an emotionless immortal with a rugged charm who chases down and kills monsters. You might recognize him from his hit roles in the K-Dramas "Through the Darkness" (2022), "Live Up to Your Name" (2017), and more.

Lee DaHee will play the role of Won MiHo. MiHo is the only daughter of the chairman of Daehan Group. She is targeted by the monsters on Jeju Island. You might know her from her recent role in the drama "Love Is for Suckers" (2022) and hit roles in dramas such as "The Beauty Inside"(2018).

ASTRO's Cha EunWoo will play the role of YoHan/John Skelp (Kang ChanHyuk). He is a hip exorcist and priest at a cathedral in the USA. He grew up in the States but hasn't forgotten the language thanks to K-Dramas. Despite his cheerful exterior, he has a dark past, too. Cha EunWoo is not only a talented idol but also one of the most sought-after idol actors in the Korean industry. He is famous for his roles in the popular dramas "True Beauty" (2020), "My ID is Gangnam Beauty" (2018), and more.

Sung Jun will play the role of Kung Tan. Kung Tan works with Van to defeat the monsters. However, there is a twist in the works for his character. Sung Jun is a model-turned-actor well-known for his role in dramas like "High Society" (2015), "I Need Romance 3" (2014), and more.

Why you should look forward to it: The drama is based on a manhwa/webtoon of the same name by Yoon InWan and Yang KyungIl. Many fans are especially excited to see Kim NamGil and Lee DaHee on screen together as their character dynamic is guaranteed to be entertaining.

Not only that but many fans of Sung Jun are excited to see him on screen again. Although the drama is not necessarily a comeback drama for him, many have missed seeing him on the screen regularly.

We can't forget to mention the huge anticipation surrounding ASTRO Cha EunWoo's casting in this drama. Not only is the drama very different from his usual roles, but AROHA (ASTRO's fandom) and other K-Drama fans are excited to see him pull off a dark concept in this twisted but thrilling story.

Read more about the drama here:

 

2. "Recipe For Farewell"

Release date: From December 1

Platform/Where to watch: Watcha

Number of episodes: 12

Genre: Slice-of-life, Drama

Summary: It is a slice-of-life drama about a husband's kitchen diary. He prepares meals for his ex-wife who was diagnosed with colon cancer.

Director: Lee HoJae

Lee HoJae is not only the screenwriter and director of this drama but also of the films "SORI: Voice from the Heart" (2016) and "The Scam" (2016).

Cast: Han SeokKyu, Kim SeoHyung, Jin HoEun, Yang KyungWon

Han SeokKyu will play the role of Kang ChangRae. He works in humanities and ends up cooking for his ill ex-wife everyday, despite his limited cooking skills. Han SeokKyu is an esteemed actor who has starred in several productions such as "Secret Door" (2014) and the "Dr. Romantic" franchise.

Kim SeoHyung will play the role of DaJung. She is diagnosed with colon cancer and develops digestive problems which leads to asking her ex-husband to cook for her. Kim SeoHyung is also an esteemed actress who has made a bold impression in dramas like "Mine" (2021) and "SKY Castle" (2018).

Jin HoEun will play the role of Kang JaeHo. Kang JaeHo is Kang ChangRae's son in the story. Jin HoEun is a rising actor who has acted in many popular dramas such as "All of Us Are Dead" (2022), "Sh**ting Stars" (2022), and more.

Yang KyungWon will play the role of Yang SooWon. Yang KyungWon is another rising actor who has been in several hit dramas such as "Crash Landing on You" (2019), "Vincenzo" (2021), and more.

Why you should look forward to it: This drama is based on a true story, noted in a non-fiction book written by the real-life Kang ChangRae, making for an intriguing look into a piece of someone's history. It tells the personal story of Korean writer Kang ChangRae whose life fascinates many. You might have to grab some tissues while watching, but the drama promises to be deeply touching.

On a lighter note, this drama should also inspire those who know little about cooking to learn more about the sincerity of cooking and take on a new hobby.

 

3. "Oh! My Assistant"

Release date: From December 1

Platform/Where to watch: GagaOOLala

Number of episodes: 8

Genre: BL, Romance

Summary: This drama tells the story of a mature webtoon graphic artist (SeonHo) and his assistant (MuYeong) who work together resulting in romance.

Cast: Song SeungHyun (ex-FTISLAND), Ko ChanBin, Lee DoHa

Song SeungHyun will play the role of SeonHo. SeonHo is an adult webtoon artist who is struggling with his own personal issues in that regard. He is a straightforward person. Song SeungHyun is a former member of the idol rock band FTISLAND. He left the group to focus on his career as an actor and has "Detective Alice 2" (2016) and "Perhaps Love?" (2019) as dramas in his filmography.

Ko ChanBin will play the role of MuYeong. MuYeong is a wealthy and talented person who gets hired as SeonHo's assistant. Ko ChanBin is a rookie actor who has acted in the web drama "Love Revolution" (2020).

Lee DoHa will play the role of JunSeok. JunSeok always seems to be on standby in this story. Lee DoHa is another rookie actor who has had support and guest roles in dramas like "Let Me Be Your Knight" (2021), "18 Again" (2020), and more.

Why you should look forward to it: This webtoon-based drama, originally written by Mila and Angrymonster, is well-known for the explosive chemistry between the characters. If the web drama is anything like the webtoon, it will definitely be a must-watch filled with heart-fluttering moments.

There is a mystery element as to why a character like MuYeong would want to work under SeonHo but it will all make for an interesting twist in their dynamic when his motive is revealed.

With the visuals of this cast, it will also be hard to decide which handsome actor you allow your heart to flutter for.

 

4. "Work Later, Drink Now 2"

Release date: From December 9

Platform/Where to watch: TVING

Number of episodes: 10

Genre: Comedy, Slice-of-life, Drama

Summary: "It is a relatable and heartwarming drama about longtime friends and drinking buddies with quirky chemistry." (TVING)

Director: Kim JungShik

Kim JungShik is the director behind the comedic hit drama "So Not Worth It" (2021) and the first season of "Work Later, Drink Now" (2021). He is also the director of the much-anticipated "Strong Woman Kang Nam Soon"(2023).

Cast: Lee SunBin, Han SunHwa, Apink's Jeong EunJi, Super Junior's Choi SiWon

Lee SunBin will play the role of Ahn SoHee, a broadcast writer. You might recognize this actress from her roles in the dramas "Sketch" (2018), "Criminal Minds" (2017), and more.

Han SunHwa will play the role of Han JiYeon, a yoga instructor. Han SunHwa has had impressive roles in dramas such as "Undercover" (2021) and "Backstreet Rookie" (2020).

Apink's Jeong EunJi will play the role of Kang JiGu, an origami YouTuber. Other than her idol persona, you might recognize Jeong EunJi from "Blind" (2022), "Sassy Go Go" (2015), and more.

Super Junior's Choi SiWon will play the role of Kang BukGu, an entertainment show producer. He is another idol actor who you might be familiar with on stage but also know from K-Dramas like "Revolutionary Love" (2017), "She Was Pretty" (2015), and more.

Why you should look forward to it: After the success of the first season, fans are highly anticipating the return of these characters to their screens. Not to mention that fans will finally be able to get their answers to the cliffhanger at the end of season one.

This drama promises to have you grabbing your sides with laughter in some moments but also nodding your head in relatable agreement in other moments.

 

5. "The King of Desert"

Release date: From December 16

Platform/Where to watch: Watcha

Number of episodes: 6

Genre: Drama, Thriller

Summary: Tells the story of five regular people whose lives get turned upside down. Some of them believe that money is everything and others don't.

Screenwriter: Kim BoTong

Kim BoTong is the same writer behind the hit webtoon-based drama "D.P.". This drama is a special collaboration with Watcha.

Cast: Jin Goo, Yang DongGeun, Jang DongYoon, Jung YiSeo

Jin Goo will play the role of a president. Jin Goo is well-known for his roles in dramas such as "Descendants of the Sun" (2016), "A Superior Day" (2022), and more.

Yang DongGeun will play the role of Dong Hyun. You might recognize this actor from his roles in the dramas "Cheer Up" (2022), "Lost" (2021), and more.

Jang DongYoon will play the role of Cheon Woong. Jang DongYoon is another well-known actor, especially for his roles in dramas like "The Tale of Nokdu" (2019), "Search" (2020), and more.

Jung YiSeo will play the role of Ki Joo. Jung YiSeo is a rising actress who has had roles in the popular K-Dramas "All of Us Are Dead" (2022) and "Snowdrop" (2021).

Why you should look forward to it: Not only is this drama highly-anticipated because of the talented screenwriter behind the script, but many fans are especially looking forward to this actor combination.

Fans are especially awaiting to see Jang DongYoon's appearance because he is sporting short hair, different from his usual look.

Another of this drama's drawing points is the intriguing tangled relationship between the characters in unpredictable situations. The choices the characters make will provide an immersive viewing experience for the audience.

 

6. "Fantasy Spot"

Release date: From December 16

Platform/Where to watch: Coupang Play

Number of episodes: 10

Genre: Romance, Drama

Summary: The story of women in their 20s who want to discover their sexuality and love.

Cast: Ahn HeeYeon (EXID's HaNi), Dal Shabet's WooHee, Park SunHo, Choi KwangRok, Hong SeokCheon

Ahn HeeYeon will play the role of HeeJae. HeeJae wants to get to know herself properly. She is a friendly office worker with a bustling social life. She undergoes a huge mindset change thanks to a podcast that she takes on. Other than her idol activities, Ahn HeeYeon has acted in multiple dramas including titles such as "IDOL: The Coup" (2021) and "You Raise Me Up" (2021).

Dal Shabet's Bae WooHee will play the role of MiNa. Bae WooHee has acted in numerous drama titles including "Two Universes" (2022), "Business Proposal" (2022), and more.

Park SunHo will play the role of InChan. You might recognize Park SunHo from his time on the survival show "Produce X 101" and from his roles in dramas like "Rugal" (2020). This will be his comeback drama after being discharged from the military earlier this year.

Choi KwangRok will play the role of WooJae. Choi KwangRok is a model-turned-actor who you might know from the drama "Green Mother's Club" (2022).

Hong SeokCheon will play the role of  Mr Shim. Hong SeokCheon is a famous entertainment personality who you might have spotted in numerous support and guest roles of popular K-Dramas such as "Jinxed At First" (2022) and "Dali and the Cocky Prince" (2021).

Why you should look forward to it: This drama will take on mature subject matter that open's a new perspective for K-Drama fans. If you enjoyed the Netflix film "Love and Leashes" (2022), you will definitely enjoy this drama.

Fans are also especially excited for idol actress Ahn HeeYeon to show a transformed side of herself through this drama as an actress.

 

7. "The New Employee"

Release date: From December 21

Platform/Where to watch: Watcha, Viki (select regions)

Number of episodes: 8

Genre: BL, Romance

Summary: This drama depicts the office romance between the boss (JongChan) and the new recruit (SeungHyun) at an advertising company.

Director: Kim Jo KwangSoo

Kim Jo KwangSoo has directed short films such as "Just Friends?" (2009) starring Lee JeHoon and is also known as an openly queer director. Many fans are excited to see how well he tells this story in a genre that he fully understands.

Cast: Moon JiYong, Kwon Hyuk, Choi SiHun

Moon JiYong will be playing the role of Woo SeungHyun. He is a late bloomer and this internship means the world to him as he has dreamed of being in this position for a long time. Moon JiYong acted in the BL drama "Once Again" (2022) and the drama "Miracle" (2022), to name a couple of his works.

Kwon Hyuk will be playing the role of Kim JongChan. JongChan is a workaholic who is handsome yet cold. Kwon Hyuk is also a rookie actor who has acted in "A Good Supper" (2021) and in "Graceful Friends" (2020), to name a couple of dramas.

Choi SiHun will be playing the role of Na YooSeong. He will be acting as SeungHyun's first love. Choi SiHun is a rookie actor who has starred in the dramas "Romanced" (2021) and "Cafe Kilimanjaro" (2020), to name a couple. You might even recognize him from his appearance on one of the hottest dating shows in Korea, "Single's Inferno" (2021). He is also a member of the boy group TRIPLEME.

Why you should look forward to it: This Watcha Exclusive is based on the 2016 web novel-turned-webtoon "The New Employee" (신입사원 in Korean) written by Moscareto. It is one of the most popular webtoons on Ridi, which has many fans anticipating the web drama. The drama is said to be focused on even the littlest details from the webtoon.

Other than its guarantee to provide an entertaining story, everybody loves a good office romance, especially when the cast is as handsome as this one. The actors are said to boast perfect synchronization and chemistry that will make your heart flutter. The drama promises to be filled with fresh fun.

Read more about the drama here:

Which web drama will you be adding to your watchlist this December? Let us know and share your web drama recommendations with other readers in the comments!

 

Hello and welcome to another edition of our weekly news recap article "Top News This Week". With this themed article, we curate for our global readers all the breaking and top news about K-Pop idols and K-Drama actors during the cause of the week. Ranging from comebacks to ads and campaigns, military enlistment, music show wins, drama news, teasers, trailers, pictorials, agency releases, and so much more. This themed article shares a long list of happenings in the K-Pop and K-Drama world in other to keep global fans briefed and up to date on the activities of their favorite stars.

In the 3rd week of May, there have duly been interesting news and developments surrounding many of our favorite actors and idols. From exciting new releases to drama teasers, and jaw-dropping pictorials, like the gush of the wind, the news cycle was super fast-paced this week.

Did you miss anything? Well, here are the top news of the 3rd week of May 2023.

 

K-POP NEWS 

1. Popular idol Choi MinGi (Ren) is set to make his solo debut

This week, Big Planet Made Entertainment shared that the idol is gearing up for the release of his solo debut album. The exciting news has duly drawn much appreciation from fans who are eagerly anticipating more development on this.

 

2. Comebacks / new releases

Lee MiJoo -  'Movie Star'

YOUNITE - 'Waterfall'

VERIVERY - 'Crazy Like That'

(G)I-DLE - 'Queencard'

ATBO - 'Next to Me'

 

3. SECRET NUMBER to make a comeback with a new digital single

The famous girl group will be releasing their 6th digital single "DOXA" on the 24th of May.

 

4. P1Harmony is set to make a comeback with the release of their 6th mini album in June

The 4th generation boy group treated fans to some exciting news as through a trailer, they confirmed their comeback with their 6th mini album "HARMONY: ALL IN" which will be released on the 8th of June.

 

5. ENHYPEN shares the tracklist and preview of the upcoming album "DARK BLOOD"

"DARK BLOOD" serves as the group's 4th mini album and will be released on the 22nd of May.

 

6. MONSTA X's I.M confirms the release of his new EP and opens official solo channels

I.M NEW EP ‘OVERDRIVE’ COMING SOON

Official Website 🔗 https://t.co/qgG92Ow3A4
Official Facebook 🔗 https://t.co/pWTm0GhjP1
Official YouTube 🔗 https://t.co/z0EiLpktxU#IM #아이엠 #OVERDRIVE #COMINGSOON pic.twitter.com/kLvrFlOtNY

— I.M (아이엠) (@IMxSMEK) May 16, 2023

This week, there is new development around I.M's solo activities as he opened new official channels and shared a poster of his upcoming album "OVERDRIVE".

 

7. fromis_9 to make their comeback in June with the release of their 1st full album

fromis_9 (프로미스나인)
1st Album [Unlock My World]

Promotion Scheduler

2023.06.05 6PM(KST)#fromis_9 #프로미스나인#Unlock_My_World pic.twitter.com/IeSyg5I075

— fromis_9 [프로미스나인] (@realfromis_9) May 15, 2023

The idol group confirmed their comeback through a video of their album scheduler. The album titled "Unlock My World" will be released on the 5th of June 2o23.

 

8. N.Flying to release new digital single 'Once in a BLUE MOON'

In celebration of their 8th-year debut anniversary, the band will be releasing a new digital single on the 20th of May. Congratulations to N.Flying and N.Fia.

 

9. U-KISS set to make a comeback in celebration of their 15th year anniversary

This week Tango Music shared a statement saying that the idol group will be making a comeback as 6 for their 15th year anniversary. In the release they said “U-Kiss has confirmed a comeback as a 6-member group, led by members SooHyun, Hoon, and KiSeop, to mark the 15th anniversary of their debut. As we decided after careful discussion, we plan to provide full support so that we can repay the fans who have waited for a long time."

 

10. VICTON's ByungChan signs with a new agency

Last month, along with fellow members HanSe and SuBin, the idol left his former agency IST Entertainment drawing various speculations about the idol group and their future activities. Fans can get some ease as it was shared that the idol has signed with a new agency New Way Company.

 

11. ATEEZ releases concept photos and trailer for their upcoming album

The month of June is packed with amazing upcoming releases, as ATEEZ joins the list of idols group making a comeback in June. The famous 4th generation group are set to release their 8th mini album "The World: Outlaw" on the 16th of June.

 

12. VICTON's ByungChan announces 1st fan meeting in Japan

The popular acting-dol is set to greet his Japanese fans through his first solo fan meeting titled "PICNIC - Always With You" which will be held on the 1st of July 2023. See here for more information.

 

13. NCT's TaeYong shares scheduler and concept cuts of his upcoming solo debut album "SHALALA"

The anticipation for the 5th of June builds rapidly as thanks to this update, fans can begin the countdown to the solo debut of TaeYong.

 

14. MONSTA X celebrates their 8th-year debut anniversary

The famous group marked their 8th year debut anniversary this week, drawing tons of congratulatory messages and pledges of continuous support from fans. Congratulations MONSTA X and MONBEBEs.

 

15. SEVENTEEN's THE8 shines in a recent pictorial for VOGUE+

The famous idol showed off his handsome good looks and stunning model-like poses in these amazing pictures for the fashion and lifestyle magazine. See more shots here.

 

16. THE NEW SIX celebrates their 1 year debut anniversary

Congratulations to the members of TNX and their global fans as the group marks their 1 year debut anniversary. Here is to many more celebrations in the future.

 

17. Stray Kids' HyunJin graces the covers of Esquire magazine

The famous idol looks stunning in these pictures for the fashion and lifestyle magazine. Click here for more pictures and to read a snippet from the feature.

 

18. MONSTA X's JooHoney shares more concept photos and music video teaser ahead of his solo debut

The famous idol is set to greet fans with his 1st solo album "LIGHTS" on the 22nd of May.

 

19. ONEWE celebrates their 4th year debut anniversary

The popular boy band celebrated their 4th year debut anniversary this week. We wish them a hearty congratulations and many more celebrations.

 

20. KARD shares concept photos highlight medley of their upcoming 6th mini album "ICKY"

KARD are gearing up for the release of their 6th mini album by releasing various concept teasers and the highlight medley of the album. It is set to drop on the 23rd of May 2023. Click here to see more pictures.

 

21. Stray Kids continue to share more teaser videos of their upcoming album "5-STAR"

The 4th generation group are set to make a comeback on the 2nd of June 2023 with the release of their album "5-STAR".

 

 

K-DRAMA NEWS 

1. tvN releases new teaser for its upcoming drama "See You In My 19th Life"

The webtoon-based drama stars famous actors Shin HaeSun and Ahn BoHyun and will begin airing on the 17th of June. Fans are duly excited about the drama as it marks the comeback of the famous actress who hasn't starred in a drama since "Mr.Queen" in 2020.

 

2. MBC releases new teaser for its upcoming drama "NUMBERS"

Projecting the thrilling and hectic lives of accountants in a firm, the drama stars INFINITE's Kim MyungSoo (L), Choi JinHyuk, and YeonWoo and is set to start airing in June.

 

3. Wavve releases new trailer for upcoming high teen thriller drama "Bitch X Rich"

Following its teasers and concept photos, the upcoming high teen drama starring Lee EunSaem, Red Velvet's YeRi, Lee JongHyuk, and Yoo JungHoo has been drawing a great level of excitement amongst K-Drama fans. The drama is set to premiere on the 31st of May.

 

4. Kim SeonHo is set to make his movie debut with "The Childe"

"개인적인 감정은 없어"
하나의 타겟, 광기의 추격

<신세계> <마녀> 박훈정 감독의 #추격액션
<귀공자> 티저 예고편 공개 💥#귀공자 #김선호 #강태주 #김강우 #고아라 #박훈정감독 #6월21일극장대개봉 pic.twitter.com/sxLpsegQ00

— It's NEW 잇츠뉴 (@movie_n_NEW) May 16, 2023

The famous actor is set to make his movie debut with the action thriller movie which will be released on the 21st of June. The trailer has drawn much appreciation and excitement from his global fans who have been waiting to see him on their screens for a while now. The movie also stars Go Ara, Kang TaeJoo, and Kim KangWoo.

 

5. JTBC shares official poster and new trailer for upcoming rom-com drama "King The Land"

The rom-com drama set to begin airing on the 17th of June, stars 2PM's JunHo and Girls' Generation's YoonA.

 

6. KBS shares teaser poster and trailer for upcoming drama "Heartbeat"

The rom-com drama starring 2PM's Ok TaecYeon and Won JiAn tells the story of a vampire who desires to become human. It will begin airing on the 26th of June.

 

7. Netflix shares new posters and stills from upcoming action thriller drama "Bloodhounds"

The webtoon-based drama will be starring Woo DoHwan, Lee SangYi, and SUPER JUNIOR's SiWon. It will air on the 9th of June.

 

8. ENA unveils posters for its upcoming family thriller drama "Happiness Battle"

The drama will be starring Lee Ei, Jin SeoYeon, Cha YerYun, Park HyoJoo, and Woo JungWon and it tells the thrilling lives of Mothers when one of them mysteriously dies. It will begin airing on the 31st of May.

 

9. Rising actor Kang YouSeok lends his handsome visuals to 1st Look

The "Black Knight" star graces the spreads of the lifestyle magazine. See here for more pictures.

 

BIRTHDAY BUMPS

OMEGA X's YeChan - 14th of May

 

8TURN's SeungHeon - 15th of May

 

TREASURE's Yoshi - 15th of May

 

Kim Kwon - 16th of May

 

Ahn BoHyun - 16th of May

 

EVERGLOW's Onda - 18th of May

 

BIGBANG's TaeYang - 18th of May

 

EVERGLOW's E:U - 19th of May

 

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