When teaser photos for My Dearest Nemesis were revealed, some netizens became doubtful about a cast member whose role could potentially make or break the show. Now, the tides are turning. Choi Hyun Wook (left) and Moon Ga Young (right) in “My Dearest Nemesis” | tvN My Dearest Nemesis is about the leader of a department store’s planning […]
SM Entertainment Reveals Never-Before-Heard Detail About RIIZE Wonbin’s Casting
In the second part of SM Entertainment‘s special program, K-POP The Beginning: SMTOWN 30, produced in celebration of the K-Pop giant’s 30th anniversary, director Yoon Hee Joon of the artist development center revealed a never-before-heard detail about RIIZE Wonbin‘s casting. RIIZE’s Wonbin | @RIIZE_official/X Avid K-Pop fans know well the story behind how Wonbin was cast via […]
“Reply 1997” Actor Opposed Seo In Guk’s Casting Because He Disliked His Face
In the upcoming episode of SBS’s My Ugly Duckling, the main cast of Reply 1997 will be reunited on screen 12 years after the show’s release. Reply 1997, the first installment of the Reply series, was released in 2012. That year, it became one of the highest-rated K-Dramas in cable television history and won critical acclaim for its well-researched and […]
Netizens Outraged By K-Drama Casting News Due To Lee Jin Wook’s Past Sexual Assault Allegations
On April 29, ENA announced that actress Shin Hye Sun (Mr. Queen and Welcome to Samdal-ri) and actor Lee Jin Wook (Glass Castle and Sweet Home) will lead the upcoming K-Drama To My Haeri (also known as My Dear Harry and Naui Haeriege). To My Haeri is the literal title, with haeri meaning “dissociation” in […]
Why Eric Nam’s “Avatar: The Last Airbender” Casting Has Been Met With Massive Backlash
On April 11, it was announced that singer Eric Nam was cast in the upcoming new Avatar: The Last Airbender film. The star was reported to be playing a lead role as the adult version of the titular character, Aang. Eric Nam | Vogue Philippines | Nick Eric Nam has made a name for himself in […]
The “Single’s Inferno” Star Who Rejected Multiple Casting Offers
Some people would jump at the chance to find true love (or boost their career) on Netflix‘s Single’s Inferno, but one cast member just wasn’t interested. “Single’s Inferno” Season 1 poster Cha Hyun Seung arrived on the island mid-season, but he quickly became a fan favorite. It didn’t take long before his good looks, fit physique, and […]