According to a report by World Biz & Sports World on the 5th, Kang Ha-neul has been offered the role of Lee Si-chan, the main character of the new drama “Mind Doctor,” and is currently reviewing the offer.
In the drama, Lee Si-chan is a character with an appealing appearance but a contrasting personality. After being a troublemaking intern, he becomes a psychiatry resident. The series will portray his growth as he opens up emotionally and becomes a true “mind doctor.”
The drama is based on a web novel of the same name that concluded in 2022, and it is likely to be scheduled on MBC next year.
In 2026 Korea, a brutal war for succession erupts within Baekkyung Group, the nation’s largest conglomerate.
Han Ji-yeol, a brilliant third-generation heir who once witnessed his father’s murder during a kidnapping, returns from the U.S. as a corporate risk analyst. His rival is Han Tae-jun — a polished but ruthless second-generation heir who will use any means, from manipulation to murder, to seize control from his aging father, the founder Han Do-seok.
As Ji-yeol uncovers Tae-jun’s hidden crimes, offshore funds, and political collusion, he joins forces with prosecutor Han Ji-soo and global fund manager Chu Mi-ho to bring him down.
But their battle for power leads to an unexpected twist — one that threatens not only the family’s empire but the nation’s entire economy.
[ Core Themes ] Corporate Power Thriller: A gripping tale of greed, inheritance, and ruthless ambition inside a Korean chaebol dynasty. Family Capitalism Satire: A dark exploration of blood ties, betrayal, and the toxic legacy of inherited wealth. Legal / Financial Intrigue: Corporate coups, shadow deals, stock manipulation, and high-stakes investigations. Leadership & Legacy: A generational clash between the old guard’s corruption and the new generation’s call for justice.
[ Summary Line ] Korea’s most powerful conglomerate, Baekkyung. Brothers bound by blood — divided by power. A fatal succession war begins, ending with a twist no one could have imagined.
Artist Studio has also confirmed the production of a drama adaptation of the popular Naver webtoon The Year We Turned 29 (아홉수 우리들), with casting and script work currently underway. With casting that perfectly matches the original’s vibrant charm, Artist Studio’s version of The Year We Turned 29 aims to dominate the 2027 youth romance drama scene.
Actress Kim Mi-kyung will reunite with her junior Park Min-young in another "mother-daughter" role. According to Ten Asia's coverage on the 23rd, Kim Mi-kyung will appear as Park Min-young's mother in the new drama Nine to Six.
Seong Hui Ju: I will win, even if dirty. Yi An: Do you think there is philosophy in hunting? Min Jeong U: Let’s leave it, it will be happening anyway. Yun I Rang: Is there a place for happiness in a royal marriage?
The show will feature dazzling dishes and characters with unique backstories, blending elements of a variety show format to create an exciting cooking showdown.
Alongside the fierce rivalry to determine the best Korean chef, the drama will unfold the changing relationships between the contestants and the tension-filled atmosphere surrounding the competition.
The format combines drama and cooking survival show elements in a variety-show style. The production team has expressed that they hope viewers will experience the fun of watching both a drama and a show simultaneously as the competition progresses within the storyline.
Final Table brings together chefs with diverse backgrounds and key figures from the competition, portraying the world of professional chefs. The series promises a rich array of storylines, from personal backstories and mouth-watering dishes to the dynamic chemistry that emerges from the rivalry.
The production team commented, “The competition within the drama will be structured like a variety show, allowing viewers to enjoy both the drama and the show simultaneously.”
According to OSEN’s coverage on the morning of the 23rd, Lee Jun-ho received a script for the new series Viking, reviewed it positively, and recently decided to join the cast.
He will play the role of Han Ji-yeol, the third-generation heir and a cold strategist who is an expert in corporate risk analysis. His character will compete with his uncle, Han Tae-jun, who plays the antagonist role. The intense rivalry between these two characters will be a key point in the drama.
Actor Ju Ji-hoon is reportedly considering the role of Han Tae-jun, marking the first time the two actors will work together in the same project.
The series is set to begin filming in April, with negotiations underway for its distribution on a global OTT platform.
Actor Kim Bum is accelerating his “busy schedule” by confirming his next project: a medical short-form drama.
On the 7th, a broadcasting official stated, “Kim Bum will play the lead role in the new short-form drama ‘I Regressed to Become an SSS-Level Doctor.’” The drama is based on the web novel of the same name by Gulliver W, which was serialized from December 2022 to March 2023.
Meanwhile, the platform and release schedule for ‘I Regressed to Become an SSS-Level Doctor’ are still under discussion. The production team has confirmed the main and supporting cast and plans to begin filming soon.
In the drama, Lee Si-chan is a character with an appealing appearance but a contrasting personality. After being a troublemaking intern, he becomes a psychiatry resident. The series will portray his growth as he opens up emotionally and becomes a true “mind doctor.”
The drama is based on a web novel of the same name that concluded in 2022, and it is likely to be scheduled on MBC next year.
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he has a lot to prepare before filming
filming will likely start around april
he's now training his body
he has already had meeting with the directors
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In 2026 Korea, a brutal war for succession erupts within Baekkyung Group, the nation’s largest conglomerate.
Han Ji-yeol, a brilliant third-generation heir who once witnessed his father’s murder during a kidnapping, returns from the U.S. as a corporate risk analyst.
His rival is Han Tae-jun — a polished but ruthless second-generation heir who will use any means, from manipulation to murder, to seize control from his aging father, the founder Han Do-seok.
As Ji-yeol uncovers Tae-jun’s hidden crimes, offshore funds, and political collusion, he joins forces with prosecutor Han Ji-soo and global fund manager Chu Mi-ho to bring him down.
But their battle for power leads to an unexpected twist — one that threatens not only the family’s empire but the nation’s entire economy.
[ Core Themes ]
Corporate Power Thriller: A gripping tale of greed, inheritance, and ruthless ambition inside a Korean chaebol dynasty.
Family Capitalism Satire: A dark exploration of blood ties, betrayal, and the toxic legacy of inherited wealth.
Legal / Financial Intrigue: Corporate coups, shadow deals, stock manipulation, and high-stakes investigations.
Leadership & Legacy: A generational clash between the old guard’s corruption and the new generation’s call for justice.
[ Summary Line ]
Korea’s most powerful conglomerate, Baekkyung.
Brothers bound by blood — divided by power.
A fatal succession war begins, ending with a twist no one could have imagined.
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Artist Studio has also confirmed the production of a drama adaptation of the popular Naver webtoon The Year We Turned 29 (아홉수 우리들), with casting and script work currently underway. With casting that perfectly matches the original’s vibrant charm, Artist Studio’s version of The Year We Turned 29 aims to dominate the 2027 youth romance drama scene.
https://www.bntnews.co.kr/article/view/bnt202603240083
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Go Soo, and Joo Hyun-young also join the cast.
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Seong Hui Ju: I will win, even if dirty.
Yi An: Do you think there is philosophy in hunting?
Min Jeong U: Let’s leave it, it will be happening anyway.
Yun I Rang: Is there a place for happiness in a royal marriage?
https://x.com/wooseokfiles/status/2035870995555434652?s=46
Alongside the fierce rivalry to determine the best Korean chef, the drama will unfold the changing relationships between the contestants and the tension-filled atmosphere surrounding the competition.
The format combines drama and cooking survival show elements in a variety-show style. The production team has expressed that they hope viewers will experience the fun of watching both a drama and a show simultaneously as the competition progresses within the storyline.
Final Table brings together chefs with diverse backgrounds and key figures from the competition, portraying the world of professional chefs. The series promises a rich array of storylines, from personal backstories and mouth-watering dishes to the dynamic chemistry that emerges from the rivalry.
The production team commented, “The competition within the drama will be structured like a variety show, allowing viewers to enjoy both the drama and the show simultaneously.”
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According to OSEN’s coverage on the morning of the 23rd, Lee Jun-ho received a script for the new series Viking, reviewed it positively, and recently decided to join the cast.
He will play the role of Han Ji-yeol, the third-generation heir and a cold strategist who is an expert in corporate risk analysis. His character will compete with his uncle, Han Tae-jun, who plays the antagonist role. The intense rivalry between these two characters will be a key point in the drama.
Actor Ju Ji-hoon is reportedly considering the role of Han Tae-jun, marking the first time the two actors will work together in the same project.
The series is set to begin filming in April, with negotiations underway for its distribution on a global OTT platform.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/109/0005499052
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On the 7th, a broadcasting official stated, “Kim Bum will play the lead role in the new short-form drama ‘I Regressed to Become an SSS-Level Doctor.’” The drama is based on the web novel of the same name by Gulliver W, which was serialized from December 2022 to March 2023.
Meanwhile, the platform and release schedule for ‘I Regressed to Become an SSS-Level Doctor’ are still under discussion. The production team has confirmed the main and supporting cast and plans to begin filming soon.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/437/0000472304