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Just like most global entertainment industries, South Korean shows and movies take advantage of built-in fan bases surrounding popular musical artists. K-pop stars have branched into acting through K-dramas (South Korean television programming of any genre) for years to varying levels of success. There are plenty of shows elevated by the presence of K-pop idols transitioning into acting, with some of greatest K-dramas of all time prominently featuring these fan-favorite personalities. Whether it's memorable supporting roles or jumping center stage as a series lead, these musicians-turned-actors quickly proved themselves as cross-industry talent.

To be clear, the shows included on this list are K-dramas only, even as K-pop idols begin appearing in Hollywood production in increasing numbers. With that in mind, as good as Blackpink's Lisa is in "The White Lotus," that doesn't qualify for inclusion here. Similarly, the shows listed here are good on their own merits, not necessarily...

Firefighter shows have always been popular television fare and several series have proven successful with audiences and critics alike over the years. As one of the big three emergency services, along with medical personnel and police, firefighters have always struck a chord with the American viewing public. Those big red fire trucks speeding out of ornately decorated stations with armored citizens ready to save the lives of those in danger is a naturally propulsive scenario. It's not hard to understand why so many children are fascinated by firefighters.

Unlike cop shows that often have to deal with the sticky issues of policing in America, firefighting shows can simply focus on the problems at hand. The people who choose to do such a dangerous job for little recognition and even tinier compensation are inherently compelling and worth exploring, either from a comedic angle, a dramatic one, or a combination of both.

2024 Forbes Power Celebrities List Is Out & Blackpink Rules At #1; Here’s Where The BTS Boys Are. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Korean shows, music, and artists have made a special place in everyone’s hearts over the past few years. Their fanbases have rapidly grown in the shows and movies space mainly due to the complex and beautiful storylines. The list of 2024 Power Celebrities has been recently revealed. From the beloved BTS members to Blackpink gals, the list has all the popular Korean celebs based on their work as actors and music artists. Keep scrolling for more.

Blackpink is one of the most famous K-pop bands of the current times, and it has four members – Jisoo, Jenny, Lisa, and Rose. On the other hand, BTS is a boy band comprising seven members – Jimin, J-Hope, Rm, Jin, Suga, Jungkook, and V. The individual members have their own fans, and the band’s fans are known as Army.

The charismatic leading duo of Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won are finally here with their much-awaited romantic comedy-drama series Queen of Tears. Written by Park Ji-eun, the Tvn series follows the story of a high-profile married couple on the brink of divorce. While, for some time the love between them has faded, a piece of shocking news begins to bring them closer. Queen of Tears also stars Park Sung-hoon, Kwak Dong-yeon, and Lee Joo-bin. So, if you enjoyed the comedy and romance in Queen of Tears, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

Go Back Couple (Viki & Prime Video Add-On) Credit – KBS2

Go Back Couple (also known as Couple on the Backtrack or Confession Couple) is a Korean comedy-drama series written by Kwon Hye-joo. Based on a Naver webtoon titled Do It One More Time by Hong Seung-pyo and Kim Hye-yeon, the series follows the story of...

As February unfolds, the air is filled with anticipation and excitement, and what better way to embrace the month of love than by diving into the captivating world of Korean, Turkish, and Mandarin dramas? Here’s a curated special collection of some of the most popular international shows that promise to steal your heart and keep you glued to the screen.

The worldwide show lineup is certain to take you on a love-filled adventurous ride. From adrenaline-pumping thriller romances to soul-stirring medical dramas and tender youthful love stories, ensuring an unforgettable adventure with every watch. Get ready to laugh, cry and fall in love all over again with the alluring lineup of international series.

Life Is Today

Based on the American series ‘New Amsterdam,’ the Turkish drama follows the events that subsequently occur after an idealist doctor, Chief Physician Barış Güvener, is appointed to Hisarönü Hospital, one of the oldest...

Korean dramas, once popular for soothing and emotional romantic stories, are now seen as all-rounders that offer not only action and thriller dramas but also spine-chilling horrors, which often go unnoticed by many viewers. Nonetheless, fans of K-dramas are gradually growing accustomed to the genre integrations that have been happening lately with titles such as Reborn Rich, which perfectly blends fantasy and revenge with modern world politics.

On top of so many genres to choose from, the monthly releases of the dramas have become a fantastic source of entertainment for the fans, especially with a handful of them gaining immense popularity in the span of just a few days after their release. For instance, Bloodhounds, which was released in June, became an instant action phenomenon, garnering a score of 8.7/10 on MyDramaList. August, like every other month, is jam-packed with exciting releases, so here's a rundown of the best Korean dramas...

On a script by Bae Se-young, who also penned the hilarious “Extreme Job”, “Stellar: A Magical Ride” combines comedy with action elements and some family (melo) drama, in a crowd pleasing effort that has both good and bad moments.

“Stellar: A Magical Ride” is screening on Fantasia International Film Festival

Young-bae, who works in a car loan agency, is in big trouble. His father, whose relationship was rather problematic, has just died, leaving a lot of unfinished issues that Young-bae is not interested to address. His girlfriend is pregnant, and he is not sure how to deal with the fact, also afraid that he might turn up like his own neglectful father. Even worse, his childhood friend Dong-sik, who is heavily in debt, has disappeared with a Lamborghini worth 300,000, which also happens to carry an illegal cargo hidden by a local gang, unbeknownst to both. Inevitably, the gang are on Young-bae’s heels,...