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Nine Puzzles is a 2025 South Korean thriller series that delves into crime and mystery. The narrative follows profiler Yoon Ena, who was the sole witness in her uncle’s unsolved murder a decade ago. As a new series of murders emerges, each marked by a puzzle piece, Ena collaborates with Detective Kim Hansaem, who still harbors suspicions about her past involvement. This series offers a layered exploration of unresolved crimes and the complexities of human psychology.

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Directed by Yoon Jong-bin and written by Lee Eun-mi, Nine Puzzles is a crime thriller that intertwines past and present mysteries. The story centers on Yoon Ena, who becomes a profiler to uncover the truth behind her uncle’s murder. Detective Kim Hansaem, who once suspected her, is drawn back into the case as similar murders occur, each linked by enigmatic puzzle pieces. The series examines themes of memory, suspicion, and the pursuit of truth.

This week’s diverse new offerings including two Korean thrillers, a post-apocalyptic rock opera, a film produced by Sam Raimi, a sci-fi mind-bender, and even a Popeye slasher movie?!

Here’s all the new horror that released March 17 – March 21, 2025!

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“Three days after the funeral, the dead heart awakens.” Hyun Moon-Seop’s Devils Stay aims to break all exorcism horror rules, and it’s now available on VOD outlets at home.

In the film, “After the sudden tragic loss of his daughter following an exorcism, a renowned heart surgeon refuses to face the reality that his child has died, despite declarations from medical examiners and even the priest who performed the expulsion.

“But as the funeral rites begin, mourners start witnessing unnerving changes to the girl’s body, leaving the priest to wonder whether something much more sinister—an...

Kim Ji Won To Play Genius Doctor In New Medical Drama ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Kim Ji Won is one of the top actresses in the Korean film and TV industry right now. In particular, following her spellbound performance in tvN’s hit rom-com Queen of Tears, the actress rose to global fame. As her character Hong Hae In became a fan favorite, K-drama lovers began looking forward to her next big role. As per the latest update, the wait is seemingly over.

On February 14, Korean media outlet Star News reported that Kim Ji Won has received a casting offer for the upcoming medical drama Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia. Her agency, HighZium Studio, briefly confirmed the reports, saying, “She is positively considering the offer.” If she decides to appear, the talented actress will play the lead role of Gye Soo Jung, a genius doctor with a troubled past.

Actors Moon Choi and Sukku Son are set to star in the indie feature “Bedford Park,” which will mark the directorial debut of writer and editor Stephanie Ahn.

The film revolves around an accident that “brings together the lives of a Korean American woman, struggling between her loyalty to her family and the pull towards her passions, and a forsaken ex-wrestler, trying to right the wrongs of his fractured past.”

The project hails from producers Gary Foster and Russ Krasnoff for Krasnoff/Foster Productions, Chris S. Lee of B&c Content banner and Nina Yang Bongiovi, who is the producing partner of Forest Whitaker through the Significant Productions banner. “Bedford Park” is expected to begin production in the spring in New Jersey, with hopes of making the festival rounds next year.

“I’m always seeking new filmmaker voices who are singular in their vision with unique perspectives. Stephanie embodies both and...

The official trailer for Devils Stay, a gripping Korean horror thriller, recently dropped, and it's packed with heart-racing suspense and chilling moments. You can check it out above. The film is set to be released in theaters in Korea on Nov. 14, followed by a theatrical release in the U.S. on Dec. 6 by Well Go USA.

Devils Stay is a horror thriller directed by Hyun Moon-seop (Nightmare Teacher). It stars Park Shin-yang, Lee Min-ki, and Lee Re.

After the sudden and tragic death of his daughter following an exorcism, a respected heart surgeon refuses to accept her passing, despite the reports from medical examiners and even the priest who conducted the ritual. However, as the funeral proceedings begin, mourners begin to observe unsettling changes to the girl’s body, leading the priest to question whether an even darker force may once again be haunting them all.

Park Shin-yang stars as Seung-do in the exorcism movie,...

Hyun Moon-Seop’s Devils Stay aims to break all exorcism horror rules. The official trailer and poster get creepy with a look at what happens after an exorcism has gone wrong, and Catholicism won’t save anyone.

Well Go USA releases Devils Stay in theaters on December 6, 2024.

As the poster’s tagline explains, “Three days after the funeral, the dead heart awakens.”

In the film, “After the sudden tragic loss of his daughter following an exorcism, a renowned heart surgeon refuses to face the reality that his child has died, despite declarations from medical examiners and even the priest who performed the expulsion. But as the funeral rites begin, mourners start witnessing unnerving changes to the girl’s body, leaving the priest to wonder whether something much more sinister—an evil more ancient than Catholicism itself—may once again be looming over them all.”

Park Shin-yang, Lee Min-ki and Lee Re...

Korea’s Showbox has unveiled a trailer and a release date for horror mystery “Devils Stay.”

Directed by Hyun Moon-seop (“Nightmare Teacher”), the cast includes Park Shin-yang, Lee Min-ki and Lee Re.

“When Seung-do (Park Shin-yang), a heart specialist, and his wife find their daughter So-mi (Lee Re) showing strange symptoms by the day, they decide to attempt an exorcism ritual. Upon arrival, priest Ban (Lee Min-ki) is sure there is the devil inside her, and the ritual seems to drive it out successfully, but ends in So-mi’s sudden death. As her funeral begins, Seung-do, who notices some strange signs in So-mi’s body, confronts his conviction that she may not be dead yet, and her heart is still beating. No one believes him, especially priest Ban, who strongly opposes him saying that it is by the menacing spirit inside her. During three days of So-mi’s funeral, they...

Kim Ji-won's role in Queen of Tears is a major highlight of her career, solidifying her as a major lead actress. Queen of Tears is a massive hit in 2024, arguably becoming an instant classic. Hae-in in Queen of Tears is a transformative character that further demonstrates Kim Ji-won's acting range.

Kim Ji-wons next K-drama after Queen of Tears has not been announced yet, and it will take a while given the series just ended, but I cannot wait to see what she does after playing Hae-in. Queen of Tears ending confirmed it as one of the best K-dramas of 2024, giving its lead characters a much-needed happily ever after following a troubling path that began way before they got married. Queen of Tears has arguably been 2024s biggest K-drama hit so far considering both broadcast TV and streaming, which is obviously massive for its lead actors.

Queen of Tears cast...

Kim Ji-won's performances in dramas like Queen of Tears and Fight For My Way showcase her range and sincerity. Her portrayal of characters like Yoo Rachel in The Heirs and Choi Ae-ra in Fight For My Way are unforgettable. Kim Ji-won's nuanced acting in My Liberation Notes and Descendants of the Sun highlights her emotional depth and talent.

Though Queen of Tears has become one of the biggest K-dramas of the year so far, Kim Ji-won has a number of great performances under her belt that deserve just as much attention. Initially trained as a singer under the name JessicaK, Kim Ji-won changed career paths to debut as an actor in 2008. Since her acting debut in the sitcom High Kick 3, Kim Ji-won has continually proven that she excels in any genre as she continues to build on her already impressive filmography and deliver performances that only seem to get better.

Acemaker Movieworks, the young Korean studio behind 2023 hit “Noryang: Deadly Sea” and “A Man of Reason,” is using the Berlin Film Festival’s European Film Market to launch crime drama “Troll Factory,” its next big budget movie.

Film’s plot revolves around an investigative journalist who, while probing a story about the manipulation of public sentiment, uncovers the existence of a so-called “troll factory” and is confronted with an unbelievable truth.

The movie is in post-production and recently set March 27 for its theatrical release in Korea. Acemaker is unveiling first images now.

The movie is directed by Ahn Gooc-jin, whose debut feature, 2015 crime film “Alice in Earnestland,” won the Grand Prize at the leading Korean film festival in Jeonju, the best new talent award at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival and the Directors’ Cut award at the Director’s Cut Film Festival. It was also invited to the Stockholm film festival.

Picture: A Killer Paradox – Let’s Film / Netflix

Starring Parasite’s Choi Woo Shik, Netflix is adapting the webtoon Sarinjaonnangam into a K-drama series A Killer Paradox, and will be directed by Strangers from Hell director Lee Chang Hee. A February release date has been set, and here’s everything you need to know about A Killer Paradox on Netflix.

A Killer Paradox is an upcoming South Korean Netflix comedy thriller directed by Lee Chang Hee (Strangers from Hell) and written by screenwriter Kim Da Min. The series is an adaptation of the Korean webtoon Sarinjaonnangam.

Editor’s Note: A Killer Paradox was formerly titled Murder DIEary.

When is the A Killer Paradox Netflix release date?

A Killer Paradox will be released on Netflix worldwide on February 9th, 2024.

What is the plot of A Killer Paradox?

The synopsis for A Killer Paradox has been sourced from MyDramaList:

Lee Tang,...

International K-Drama Day: From The Glory 2 To Moving Top 10 Must-Watch Korean Shows Of 2023 ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Korean dramas have provided a safe and comforting space to the audience over the years. Contrary to popular belief, K-dramas are not just about cliched romantic comedies, though there is nothing wrong with that, but also teach us many life lessons along the way. If K-fanatics are to be believed, 2023 has proved to be one fruitful year, with many heartwarming shows providing a feeling of contentment this year.

While K-dramas have been around for quite some time now, it wasn’t until a few years ago that Netflix, Viki, Disney+ Hotstar, and Prime Videos, among other streaming spaces, began streaming Korean shows, opening up a new dimension for global viewers. In 2023, all of these Ott giants have done a commendable job of delivering some top-notch K-dramas that have managed to swoon every drama lover out there.

BTS’ Suga officially started fulfilling his mandatory service requirements in South Korea today, Sept. 22, The Associated Press reports. Though, as it’s been previously noted, instead of enlisting in a branch of the country’s military, Suga will instead spend the next 21 months working as a social service agent.

Social service jobs in South Korea are a kind of compulsory employment set up as an alternative to military conscription, especially for those with physical or mental health issues (though they still have to complete three weeks of basic military training...

BTS member Suga is set to begin his mandatory military service in South Korea by end of week, announced Big Hit Entertainment on Sunday.

“Suga will be beginning his required service on September 22,” Big Hit Music wrote in a statement on the fan community platform Weverse. “There will not be any official events taking place on the day he starts his service or on the day he enters the training camp. We kindly ask fans to refrain from visiting Suga at his workplace during the period of his service. Please...

2023 has brought a rekindling for K-drama lovers. Some of the shows we’ve got this year are very similar to those that came out back in 2013, but on the other hand, we also have some amazing new stuff that doesn’t fit any molds, but still impresses. Business Proposal, My Liberation Notes, King The Land, and Revenant are just a few of the many hit shows to come out this year, all easily available on Ott platforms. We were missing a modern fantasy on our list, though, and Destined With You is surely destined to take up that spot. At the end of Episode 4, Shin-Yu realized that the shaman told Hong-Jo that the two of them were destined for each other and their ties would never be severed. Will they accept this destiny easily?

Spoilers Ahead

What Happens In Episode 5?

Shin-Yu spends the day with Hong-Jo, after he follows her...

Suga is set to become the next member of BTS to begin his mandatory military service in South Korea.

Per Reuters, BTS’ label Big Hit Entertainment issued a statement informing fans that “Suga has initiated the military enlistment process by applying for the termination of his enlistment postponement.”

Big Hit didn’t say when exactly Suga’s tour of duty would begin. “We ask you for your continued love and support for Suga until he completes his military service and safely returns,” the label/management company added.

In South Korea,...

The Netflix original D.P. was a super hit back in 2021, and the way it ended had everyone expecting a second season soon enough. Our wait is finally over, and the next season is just around the corner, sporting more emotional damage while still being fun for viewers. The series focuses on the mandatory military service of South Korean men for about two years before they turn 30. Particularly the hardship that the boys and men go through, the hierarchy system, and the bullying that happens within the military that reaches atrocious levels. Our main characters are a part of the D.P. (Deserter pursuit) department of the military, which happens to be the unit that apprehends deserters and brings them back. Season 1 explores the reasons the men choose to desert. The show is based on the webtoon D.P. Gaeui Nal, which translates to D.P. Dog Days, written by Kim Bo-Tong.

More than 600 buyers from companies in 30 countries are expected to be in Seoul, South Korea from Wednesday for the in-person return of the Broadcast WorldWide convention, better known as Bcww.

Although Bcww bills itself as Asia’s largest broadcasting content market, given the strength of the Korean wave, much of the focus will be on Korean content and the business of working with Korean companies. Registered buyers and potential partners include Amazon Prime, Warner Bros. Discovery, NBCUniversal, Pccw the Hong Kong-based owner of Viu, and China’s iQiyi, all of which have already become purveyors of K-programming.

“For the past 22 years, Bcww has served as a foundation for K-content to garner the global attention it is getting today,” said Cho Hyun-rae, president of the government-backed Korea Creative Content Agency (Kocca). He added that he expects Kocca and Bcww to “provide continuous support for K-content.”

The event, which run Aug. 31-Sept.

“Squid Game” actor Heo Sung-tae joins veteran Choi Min-sik at the head of upcoming Korean drama series “Big Bet.” The show is set as a Disney+ original production.

The series, previously titled “King of Savvy,” tells the tale of a man who struggles to become a casino mogul but quickly hits rock bottom due to a chain of unfortunate events. Determined not to let life beat him down yet again, the man risks everything he has, including his own life, to get himself back in the game.

Choi is one of Korea’s greatest acting talents with credits including “Oldboy,” “I Saw the Devil,” “New World,” and “Roaring Currents.” “Big Bet” marks his return to television for the first time in 26 years.

Heo previously starred in “Beyond Evil” and achieved international fame last year playing Jang Deok-su in Netflix hit “Squid Game.”

Other players in “Big Bet” include; Sohn Seok-gu,...

A list of new streaming releases on Netflix, what a concept!

Netflix’s list of new releases for April 2022 is highlighted by the return of one of the great sci-fi comedies ever. Natasha Lyonne is set to return as the temporally displaced Nadia on Russian Doll season 2 on April 20. The first season of the show premiered in 2019 and appeared to tell a rather complete story about one Brooklyn woman’s experiences of dying over and over again. But Lyonne and fellow producers Leslye Headland and Amy Poehler still have some story to tell. Netflix is undoubtedly very happy to let them continue to tell it.

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Another major series of note this month is the final batch of episodes for Ozark.