On a night that celebrated the best Korean content in the streaming world, Disney+ Hotstar won four awards at the annual Blue Dragon Series Awards (BSA) on July 19, including the coveted Best Drama Series for its Korean tentpole series Big Bet. In its second year, BSA is the first ever industry award in Korea that recognizes the best stories and talent across various streaming services. Big Bet, a crime action series with a strong fan base over two seasons starring the legendary actor Choi Minsik, won the Best Drama Series and Best Supporting Male Actor (Lee Donghwi). In its premiere week, the second season replaced the first season as the most watched locally produced original series on Disney+ Hotstar in Korea. “We are thrilled that our Korean originals including Big Bet, Revenge Of Others and The Zone: Survival Mission have been well recognized by the industry, and would like to congratulate the talent, storytellers and creative teams behind these high quality shows,” said Carol Choi, Executive Vice President of Original Content Strategy, The Walt Disney Company APAC. “We can’t wait for more audiences to enjoy these stories and look forward to spotlighting the best of Korean storytelling to the global stage.” 

Love and smiles have triumphed once again! The enchanting Korean rom-com series King the Land has won over audiences worldwide, having secured the top spot on Netflix's Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) chart for two consecutive weeks. If you adored King the Land, you're in for a treat as there are more rom-coms in the pipeline to set your aflutter on Netflix: 
2. Destined with You, premiering on 23 AugustBuckle up for a love story that defies destiny in Destined with You, starring Cho Bo-ah and K-pop sensation Rowoon. Follow the journey of a high-flying lawyer grappling with a family curse, and a seemingly ordinary civil servant who might just be the key to his salvation. 3. A Time Called You, coming soonTravel back in time with Ahn Hyo-seop and Jeon Yeo-been in a love story that transcends time and identity. A remake of the classic Taiwanese drama Someday or One Day, A Time Called You is a time-slip romance where Jun-hee (played by Jeon Yeo-been) goes back in time to 1998 to meet Si-heon (Ahn Hyo-seop), who looks identical to her boyfriend who passed away a year ago. You just know the series is going to lead to plenty of heartfelt and tear-jerking moments. Park Eun-bin, the formidable lead of Extraordinary Attorney Woo, is making a remarkable comeback on Netflix. This time around, the actress takes centrestage as Seo Mok-ha, a hopeful singer who is rescued after going missing and surviving alone on a deserted island for 15 years. Newly-integrated into a populous world, the aspiring songstress sets off on a journey of integrating into modern society while chasing after her dreams of becoming a diva. Art imitates life in Doona!, which stars IRL idol Bae Suzy as a former K-pop sensation whose life becomes intertwined with an ordinary university student portrayed by Yang Se-jong in a shared housing for students. Can their unlikely connection endure the harsh spotlight of celebrity? 

RACE, the latest Korean drama series, has arrived on the streaming platform Disney+ Hotstar, and it's already generating excitement among viewers. With its compelling storyline, talented cast, and captivating performances, RACE is a workplace drama that keeps audiences hooked from the first episode. As RACE unfolds, viewers are intrigued by the dynamics between the four leading characters. While the initial episodes have laid down the foundation, the true divide between them has only begun to take shape. The introduction of Moon So-ri's character adds an extra layer of anticipation, as viewers are eager to see how she will contribute to the narrative. Will the series follow the typical archetype of a love triangle or take an unexpected and refreshing direction? This uncertainty leaves viewers eagerly awaiting each new episode to see how the story unfolds.

The highly anticipated Korean drama "Black Knight" held its press conference on May 10, creating a buzz among fans and media alike. The event not only showcased the gripping storyline and unique universe of the series but also shed light on the exceptional chemistry among the ensemble cast. With renowned actors Kim Woo-bin, Song Seung-heon, Kang You-seok, Esom, and director Cho Ui-Seok in attendance, the press conference revealed the strong bonds and camaraderie that have developed among the cast members during the filming of this enthralling series. 

K-dramas are best known for their heart-fluttering dramas, especially romantic comedies that entertain its viewers with comical lines and quirky gestures. While the protagonists have charmed us with their humorous acting, some of these gifted actors have also gone the extra mile to establish their talent with a variety of works across a wide range of genres. Versatility is key, and their ability to transform into different characters is what sets them apart. Jeon Do-yeon’s most recent rom-com drama, Crash Course in Romance, has everyone swooning over the sweet awkwardness of two people falling in love in their late thirties. While the love story between a celebrity maths tutor and a single mother running her own store may have warmed your heart, she’s about to make your blood run cold in action film Kill Boksoon where she trades the apron for knives and guns as a top assassin in a contract killer agency. Song Hye-kyo has been dominating the industry for decades with her grace, beauty, and her superb acting skills. The same woman who gave us a fairytale romance in Full House and a heart-wrenching love story in Descendants of the Sun is tapping into her dark side with a revenge persona in The Glory. As Moon Dong-eun, she takes matters into her own hands and shows that revenge is a dish best served cold. Just thinking about how she meticulously mapped out her master plans is giving us the chills! If you’re an avid fan of rom-com drama, then you’re no doubt familiar with the name Shin Hae-sun. Her most iconic role is probably Jang Bong-hwan in Mr. Queen, which landed her a nomination for Best Actress (TV) at the 2021 Baeksang Arts Awards. However, her portrayal as the strong-willed but tragic real-life soprano Yun Sim-deok in Hymn of Death will make you forget about the cheeky Jang Bong-hwan. Based on true events, the historical miniseries revolves around a forbidden love story in which the actress plays a woman in pain, living in a hopeless era where women were not allowed to be active or independent.Jang Na-ra has quite a long list of romantic comedies in her resume thanks to her girl next door image, such as her notable role as “post-it girl” Kim Mi-young in You Are My Destiny and as a workaholic single mother in Oh My Baby. On the flip side, her role in VIP is a far cry from the usual bubbly characters she portrays on screen. In the series, her life turns upside down after discovering that her husband is having an affair, thus awakening the sleeping dragon within as she seeks to make him feel some of the pain that he has inflicted on her. Known for her bright and smiley personality, singer-actress Kim Se-jeong, who rose to stardom as a member of K-pop girl group I.O.I, is a perfect match for romantic comedies like Business Proposal. What fans of the idol never expected was to see her transform into a lean, mean, fighting machine in The Uncanny Counter. Her personality as a fierce demon hunter in the series demonstrates that she is not someone to be messed with as she defeats bullies, criminals, and evil spirits. 

What Park Yoonjo (starring Lee Yeon-Hee) lacks in qualifications and experience she more than makes up for in tenacity and drive, but when everyone in the company discovers that several recent hires were made as part of a newly created diversity program, Yoonjo will have to overcome the insurmountable to win their approval in RACE, a new Korean workplace dramedy coming May 10 exclusively to Disney+ Hotstar.
Park Yoonjo has spent her entire career trying to prove that she belongs. Born into a family without means, she was unable to secure a university degree or lean upon her family connections to get ahead, but what Yoonjo lacks in formal education she more than makes up for in work ethic. In RACE, viewers follow along as Yoonjo battles against a stacked deck to secure her dream job at Seyong, a huge Korean conglomerate. Although it appears Yoonjo’s luck has finally taken a turn for the better, reality quickly steps in to prove her wrong, forcing Yoonjo to work harder than ever to overcome the seemingly insurmountable and prove to everyone that she belongs where she is. Set in modern-day Seoul, RACE perfectly captures the nuanced dramas of the modern day workplace in a fun and entertaining way.Starring Lee Yeonhee (New Year Blues, Welcome to Wedding Hell) as “diversity hire” Park Yoonjo; Moon Sori (The Handmaiden, Seoul Vibe) as Goo Yijung, the leading voice in the PR industry, Hong Jonghyun (Moon Lovers) as Yoonjo’s friend Ryu Jaemin and Jung Yunho (Dating On Earth) as CEO of Earth Communication Seo Donghoon, RACE is written by acclaimed screenwriter Kim Roori (Hyena, The Ace) and directed by Lee Dongyoon (She Would Never Know, 20th Century Boy and Girl). 

Fantasy series by CJ ENM's production powerhouse Studio Dragon, Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938, will be coming exclusively on Prime Video globally starting May 6. Following the success of the first season centered on nine-tailed foxes known as gumiho in Korean legend as well as other supernatural characters, Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 will bring back well-loved characters and also introduce a new and exciting story. Lee Dong-wook and Kim Beom will reprise their beloved roles as half brothers Lee Yeon and Lee Rang. Popular for his roles in hit series like Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, Bad and Crazy, Touch Your Heart, and more, Lee Dong-wook leads the new series as the prickly hero Lee Yeon. Kim Beom who has acted in Ghost Doctor, Law School, Boys Over Flowers, and more, plays the charming half-gumiho Lee Rang.Kim So-yeon and Ryu Kyung-soo will be introduced as new characters who are integral to the plot in Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938. Kim So-yeon, who won the 2021 Baeksang Arts Awards for Best Actress in television for her acting in The Penthouse: War in Life, will portray Ryu Hong-ju who has some history with Lee Yeon. Ryu Kyung-soo, who is known for his roles in Itaewon Class, Lovestruck in the City, and Hellbound, will act as Cheon Mu-yeong who is a long-time friend of Lee Yeon and Ryu Hong-ju. Hwang Hee and Kim Yong-ji from the first season will also be joining the main cast.In Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938, Lee Yeon unexpectedly finds himself summoned to the year 1938. He sees some familiar faces including his brother Lee Rang with whom he has a very different relationship in present day. Lee Yeon seeks a way to return to the present but meets some old friends who may turn out to be foes. His efforts to go back to his loved ones in present time proves to be a challenge as he deals with forces determined to take away everyone he loves. 

The dystopian universe of Black Knight was finally revealed to the world through its first-ever teaser trailer. The clip gives curious audiences a peek into the black knights in action while living in a world without order. The newly released poster features lead actor, Kim Woo-bin, who plays the character of 5-8, donning his signature mask in a desolate world, engulfed by sand and polluted air. In this newly released teaser trailer for Black Knight, Kim Woo-bin's character, 5-8, explains the role of a black knight, who risks their life to protect delivery trucks from hunters who steal essential resources like oxygen. In this world, strength is vital for survival. 

When a serial abuser gets given a light sentence after beating and killing a woman in front of her young child, the child will spend years obsessing over revenge and delivering justice in Vigilante, a thrilling new dark Korean drama coming exclusively to Disney+ Hotstar later this year.Tired of seeing the legal system fail, and repeat offenders being set free, Kim Jiyong decides to step up and do something about it. A star student at the police academy, Jiyong is a burgeoning martial arts master, a bookish academic, and has spent over a decade haunted by the image of his mother being beaten and murdered in front of him by a stranger with a bad temper. When his mother’s attacker is set free, Jiyong pursues the man, and catches him in the middle of another attack. Exacting his revenge on the non-repentant offender, Jiyong is set along a path that will see him target other repeat offenders, and unwittingly draw media and police attention. Unwilling to give up on his mission, Jiyong must use the knowledge gained at the police academy to exact his revenge and avoid being caught.Starring Nam Joohyuk (Start-Up, Twenty Five Twenty-One) as the vengeful vigilante Kim Jiyong; Yoo Jitae (Oldboy, Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area) as Jo Heon, a ruthless detective committed to stopping the Vigilante at any cost; Lee Junhyuk (Stranger, Designated Survivor: 60 Days) as Cho Kangok; and Kim Sojin (The Spy Gone North, The King) as Choi Miryeo, a broadcaster who exposes the Vigilante’s actions; Vigilante is directed by Choi Jeongyeol and based on the popular webtoon of the same name by CRG and Kim Kyusam.Slated to debut on Disney+ Hotstar later this year, Vigilante is just one of an ever-growing number of exciting Korean dramas available to enjoy on Disney+ Hotstar today. Fans of fast-paced criminal dramas can subscribe to enjoy access to Big Bet starring legendary actor Choi Minsik as a serial entrepreneur who repeatedly crosses the line to help bolster his burgeoning casino business; Big Mouth, about a lawyer who is arrested as part of the murder case he is investigating; as well as an entire library of endless entertainment featuring local APAC originals and global tentpole movies and series available exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar. 

Following a remarkable first two seasons, the third season of the hit Korean medical drama Dr. Romantic 3 will begin streaming from late April on Disney+ Hotstar. Continuing the story of Boo Yongjoo, a highly accomplished surgeon who gives up his prestigious position at Seoul’s top medical center and relocates to Doldam Hospital, a remote hospital in a rural province, Dr. Romantic 3 is set to come back strong with new doctors, a captivating new antagonist, and an unmissable romance. Ahn Hyoseop (Business Proposal) as Seo Woojin, a slandered doctor who is trying to rebuild his life under Yongjoo’s tutelage; Lee Sungkyung (Call It Love) as Cha Eunjae, a second-year surgery fellow who frequently competes with Woojin but who has issues when she performs surgery, Dr. Romantic is written by Kang Eunkyung (Bread, Love and Dreams) and Lim Hyemin and is directed by Yoo Inshik (Dr. Romantic 1&2, Extraordinary Attorney Woo) and Kang Boseung (Why Her).Slated to debut in late April with new episodes being released every Friday and Saturday, fans of Dr. Romantic can also enjoy Call It Love about a girl driven to revenge but who falls in love with her intended victim; Soundtrack #1 about two friends who are secretly in love with each other; and Big Bet about a serial entrepreneur whose life is turned on its head when he is arrested for murder – all streaming now on Disney+ Hotstar. 

Netflix has released its first teaser poster for the much-anticipated K-drama, Black Knight today, following the unveiling of its first-look still of Kim Woo-bin portraying the legendary deliveryman 5-8 in January which sparked a wave of excitement among fans worldwide.