Netflix upcoming Korean drama 'Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha' featuring Shin Min-A, Kim Seon Ho and Lee Sang-yi is set to delight us with a heart-fluttering romance. 'Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha' talks about the story of Seoul-city girl Yoon Hye-jin (starring Shin Min-A) who arrives at the seaside village of Gongjin. There she meets Du-sik, an oddjob expert that the whole village counts on. 

Early this afternoon, the director Yu Je-won and the main cast of 'Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha' sat down with the press and talked about their characters and chemistry working with the co-stars. Check out the Q&A during the online press conference:

Q: What about the story were you drawn to?

Lee Sang-yi: I was also very drawn to the fun, intriguing story. I know a lot of people are going to live in Jeju Island and that is the trend right now. That’s exactly how I felt when I read the script. I felt like I was transported to this village. Of course, being able to act alongside Kim Seon-ho and Shin Min-a was also amazing.

Kim Seon-ho: This is a truly heartwarming story and I felt it was really human. I play the role of someone who is unemployed but capable of everything. I wondered what I could bring to the character, and I felt like it was really fun. When I read the script I felt like it was heartwarming and I was drawn to it, I really wanted to be a part of it.

Q: Your character has many licenses. Which one would you be interested in having yourself?

Kim Seon-ho: I was really interested in his realtor license. A lot of people are interested in real estate these days. Du-sik is literally capable of everything and he has a realtor license. One of his licenses certifies him as a professional fruit plater, so he lays out fruit on a plate.

Q: Director, this is the second time you’re working with Shin Min-a. How was it working with her for the second time?

Yu Je-won:  She’s always very lovely and very talented. You could say she was born to be lovely. I think she was able to maintain that charm. I also think that her acting has become more mature and she has deepened as a person and as an actor. At the same time, acting depends on who you act with. I think all of them complement each other and make each other comfortable.

Q: Chemistry between Shin Min-a and Kim Seon-ho on set.

Shin Min-a: It was really good. I know there were high expectations even before we started filming, but I didn’t feel a lot of pressure. I really enjoyed acting on set with Kim Seon-ho. He’s a really good person and a comfortable person to be around. I think our good chemistry and flexibility is portrayed through our acting.

Kim Seon-ho: I totally agree with Shin Min-a. I was talking about this with Lee Sang-yi as well. Shin Min-a has good character and she’s really nice. She accepts playful words and actions we say or do. She’s a comfortable person to be around.

Q: What efforts did you make to play your character?

Kim Seon-ho: Because Chief Hong does so many different things, I had to set apart some time to learn all of his abilities. I had to learn how to surf and how to make coffee as a barista. I had to maintain a certain balance since he’s unemployed but he has a lot of handy talents.

Shin Min-a: I think Seon-ho had to prepare the most. For me, since I play the role of a dentist, I visited my dentist. I had my teeth looked at and tried to observe my dentist’s facial expressions. I also tried to spend some time understanding the dentist’s feelings.

Lee Sang-yi: I watched a lot of TV since I play the role of a star producer. I watched a lot of producer Na Young-seok’s programs because that’s the kind of role I’m portraying, as well as producer Kim Tae-ho who is the producer of Hang Out with Yoo. I tried to observe them and I noticed that they are not that talkative on set, they are usually quietly observing in the back. Aside from that, I tried to become close to my co-stars since chemistry is translated to the screen.

Q: What was it like working with Lee Sang-yi?

Shin Min-a: We prepare a lot beforehand and when your partners are able to accommodate what you have prepared, I think there is a sense that everything is going to work out and turn out successful. They are very serious in their acting, but at the same time they are very funny and playful. It’s really great working with them.

Kim Seon-ho: I say this to Sang-yi, but I am often amazed by him on set. I think he is really gifted in acting and I always learn a lot from him actually. He’s really talented and I think the director feels the same way. He’s an actor with great potential and is recognized by everyone on set. He has a lot of ideas and we have a lot of fun filming the drama on set.

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Here are some of the new Korean films to watch on iQiyi this coming July! From the award-winning 'Voice of Silence' starring Yoo Ah-in and Yoo Jae-Myung to the highly anticipated 'Recalled' starring Seo Yea-ji and 'Pipeline' starring Lee Soo Hyuk, Seo In-guk and more. 

Voice of Silence

Voice of Silence, an indie crime movie about Tae-in (starring Yoo Ah-in) and Chang Bok (starring Yoo Jae-Myung) who're working under a criminal organization. They are diligent and professional and ostensibly make a living by selling vegetables. In fact, the two have another job — providing underworld organizations with killing sites, disposal of corpses and collecting bodies for a living.

One day, on a request by Yong-seok, the head of a criminal gang, he is forced to take on the kidnapped 11-year-old Cho-hee. But the next day, 'Yongseok' appears as a corpse in front of the two who were trying to return the child, and the two get caught up in an unexpected incident. The peaceful life of the two gets shattered, and things start to develop in a direction beyond their control.

Recalled

Recalled, a mystery-thriller film Soo-jin (starring Seo Yea-ji) who begins to see someone else's future after an accident. She often dreams of a faceless person chasing after her again and again. It is hard for Sujin to slowly return to her normal life with her husband. After seeing the future, she helps others through difficulties as she gradually discovers that her husband seems to be hiding a big secret from her. She even sees the image of her husband killing someone. The doctors believe that the phantom Sujin saw is just a post-traumatic sequelae.

Coincidentally, a police detective suspects that Sujin's husband is involved in a theft case. Sujin becomes suspicious and begins to search for the truth, but her own memories begin to return. To make matters worse, Sujin suffers from the illusion of an unknown man threatening her.

Pipeline

Pipeline, a crime action film that tells the story of six thieves who wish to change their lives by stealing oil hidden in an underground tunnel in Korea. With over 1200km of oil pipeline in Korea, Geon Woo (starring Lee Soo Hyuk), a rich oil refining company owner, sets up a plan to drill into this pipeline between Honam and Seoul-Busan highway within a month. Pin Dol (starring Seo In Guk), the drilling engineer forms a team with Jeob Sae (starring Eum Moon Suk), section chief Na (starring Yoo Seung Mok), Geun Sab (starring Tae Hang Ho) and Counter (starring Bae Da Bin) to complete the impossible heist. As the task gets delayed from various setbacks, the risks multiplies.

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Netflix, the world’s leading streaming entertainment service, has confirmed the production of Seoul Vibe, an action blockbuster packed with thrills and adrenaline-fueled scenes. Also confirmed is the casting of the following big-name stars: Yoo Ah-in, Ko Kyoung-pyo, Lee Kyoo-hyung, Park Ju-hyun, Ong Seong-wu, Kim Sung-kyun, Jung Woong-in, and Moon So-ri. 

Netflix has announced that Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, a rom-com telling the story of a pragmatic dentist and an unemployed man, will premiere sometime soon.
Shin Min-a stars as Yoon Hye-jin who opens up a dental clinic in the seaside village of Gongjin. She’s got beauty and brains, but also a clumsy side to her. While being strict and a perfectionist, she’s got a warm heart deep inside.

Kim Seon-ho stars as Hong Du-sik who is technically unemployed but takes on odd jobs and helps everyone in the village. From delivering food to working at a convenience store, he’s a master of all trades. Smart and caring, he’s the hero of the village you can count on whenever you need assistance.

The pair meet in the beautiful seaside village and they feel attracted to each other despite being complete opposites. An exciting rom-com is in store as we see their stories unfold.

Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha will premiere only on Netflix.

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Nothing beats a show that will keep you on your toes with its surprising plot twists. Far from predictable, this list of series that feature many unanticipated turns of events will be deeply satisfying and just might make your jaw drop.

1. Beyond Evil
Having snagged three awards from the 57th Baeksang Arts Awards including Best Drama, Best Screenplay, and Best Actor, Beyond Evil is definitely worth watching. What might seem like a simple cold case murder mystery is actually a story full of intricately woven plot points and intriguing red herrings. Policemen Lee Dong-sik (Shin Ha-kyun) and Han Joo-won (Yeo Jin-goo) chase after the truth while harbouring their own secrets and becoming suspicious of one another. You’ll find yourself questioning everyone’s innocence while watching the characters search for the culprit.

2. Awaken
Awaken centres on police officers who investigate a series of murders that are mysteriously linked to a tragic event that happened 28 years ago. Do Jeong-u (Namkoong Min) leads a special police task force in charge of investigating deaths that are more than what they appear to be. His team is later joined by former FBI profiler Jamie Leighton (Lee Chung-ah) and they work to crack the code created by the mastermind of the murders. An unconventional detective and lots of creepy twists are some of the highlights of the series.

3. Stranger
Stranger has two seasons packed with mind-bending mystery. Prosecutor Hwang Si-mok (Cho Seung-woo) and police leftenant Han Yeo-jin (Bae Doona) work together to unravel complex mysteries. While they pursue justice, they discover hidden and dangerous truths. There are big thrills and many twists without feeling overdramatic. Like entering a forest full of secrets, you’ll enjoy the cerebral journey as revelations are unveiled. It’s a gripping series for those who like to play detective and keep getting surprised.

4. The Lies Within
The Lies Within is a suspenseful thriller following Kim Seo-hui (Lee Yoo-young) whose whole world turns upside down when her father passes away in an accident and her husband goes missing around the same time. She teams up with detective Jo Tae-sik (Lee Min-ki) to figure out the truth behind these puzzling events. Gruesome and curious occurrences take place, leading Kim Seo-hui to join the National Assembly in a desperate attempt to save her husband’s life.

5. Signal
Signal features profiler Park Hae-young (Lee Je-hoon) from 2015 communicating with detective Lee Jae-han from 1989 through a walkie-talkie that transcends time. They start exchanging information and work together to solve and prevent crimes. Many twists take place as reality begins to change as a result of their teamwork.

6. Extracurricular
What sets Extracurricular apart from the other shows on this list is the fact that none of the main characters are detectives. This series is about model student Oh Jisoo (Kim Dong-hee) who lives a double life filled with serious crime. His carefully managed secret is at risk of being exposed when his classmate Bae Gyuri (Park Ju-hyun) takes an interest in him. Everything quickly spirals out of control, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats with multiple cliffhangers. Check it out for a rollercoaster ride as you try to anticipate what happens next.

Which shows are you most interested in? Watch them all on Netflix!

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1. A Variety of Adventures

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With most of the students coming from different parts of the world, they’re experiencing life in Seoul and Korea for the first time. While many of the friends have been around long enough to be comfortable with Korean culture, there are still new experiences to enjoy. From working part-time jobs to making kimchi and getting scammed, there are loads of unique adventures in store for the students. You’ll be able to vicariously experience a part of university life and everyday life in Korea through the characters.4. Amazing Cameos