Top 25 Japanese Actresses on MDL

Editorials - Dec 10, 2023

Which Japanese actresses are popular on MDL? Take a look at this list to admire their good looks and works. Spread the J-drama fun! Check if your favorite made the list!

MDL Articles Revisited: From Fans with Love

Editorials - Feb 13, 2022

Here are articles from MDLers who expressed their love to their favorite actors and actresses in the form of Fan Guides.

Currently Watching: Boku no Satsui ga Koi wo Shita

Recaps - Aug 26, 2021

Also known as 'Hitman in Love: I Fell in Love With My Murderous Intent'. Comedy, action, romance, and bromance - This drama has it all!

Knowing The Best Kind Of Love Through Drama-Land

Editorials - Aug 22, 2021

Finding dramas that have the best kind of love values and lessons through this article

Yuko Araki and Nakagawa Taishi confirmed as leads in the upcoming drama

News - May 21, 2021

Yuko Araki is comes back with a romantic action drama after 2 years!

Noodle Cart July: Ramune Edition

News - Aug 12, 2020

Everything you need to know about what happened in the Japanese Film and TV industry in July!

At the Noodle Cart: March 2020

Editorials - Mar 26, 2020

Japanese Celebrity News (not Gossip) for the month of March 2020.

Japanese Fall Doramas 2019

News - Sep 9, 2019

Upcoming Japanese dramas for the autumn season are here!

MDL Choice: Heisei Dramas and Movies

Editorials - May 10, 2019

The end of Heisei era was on 30th April and the beginning of Reiwa era just started, so here is a look back into the Heisei in terms of movies and dramas according to MDL.

TCC 100 Most Handsome and Beautiful Asia 2018: Japan Edition

News - Mar 22, 2019

TC Chandler did a separate poll for TCC 100 Most Handsome and Beautiful Asians 2018 and here are the Japanese Results.

A Stalker's Guide to Araki Yuko

Editorials - Feb 13, 2019

Everything you ever wanted to know about Araki Yuko.

Japan's Top Young Talent: Part Two

Editorials - Jan 31, 2019

Discover more about some of Japan's hottest female rising stars who are making waves in the industry today!

The Upcoming 2018 Manga Adaptations

News - Jan 9, 2018

Let's check out what kind of manga and webtoon adaptions we can expect in 2018!

❄️ The Most Anticipated 2018 Winter Dramas

News - Jan 5, 2018

See which Asian dramas will air this winter!

China tells C-dramas to end idolization of looks and apply Xi Jinping Thought on Culture

News - Apr 3, 2026

China urges TV dramas to reject idolization of appearance, focus on acting and story quality, and implement Xi Jinping Thought on Culture

Chinese actor Liu Yu Ning on AI: 'You can't keep clinging to the old ways'

Celebrity - Apr 21, 2026

Liu Yu Ning shares his candid views on AI in TV and cinema, saying the future can’t be stopped and creators must evolve rather than cling to old ways

Ji Soo distances herself from brother's controversy, attorney issues statement

News - Apr 20, 2026

Ji Soo has distanced herself from recent controversy involving her brother, as her agency’s legal representative issues an official statement denying any connection and warning against the spread of false information

Zhang Ling He hailed as a 'Chinese superstar sweeping across France'

News - Apr 21, 2026

Chinese actor Zhang Ling He earns a feature in Ouest-France, hailed as an "emerging Chinese superstar sweeping across France," marking a major breakthrough for Chinese actors in European media

Chen Zhe Yuan, Ryan Cheng, Wang Chu Ran, and others swept up in AI authorization agreement claims

News - Apr 20, 2026

Multiple Chinese celebrities swept up in claims of signing AI authorization deals after reports from iQIYI's 2026 World Conference claimed over 100 artists had licensed their likenesses for "digital double" and AI productions