Korean Drama Features

Spend A Day With Christian Lagahit, a Filipino Actor in Korean Dramas

Luna July 28, 2021

As a global phenomenon, K-dramas have been widely loved by almost all kinds of audiences no matter where they are in the world and their culture. It’s a no-brainer that entertainment industries in different countries are almost always hectic, strict, and sometimes…

A Storyteller’s Journey: The Making of a K-drama Scriptwriter

Aurora Bae July 5, 2021

As a self-confessed Korean drama fanatic who’s viewed over 40 different titles, I’ve come to realize that at the core of the top-rated, most-crazed-about K-dramas is scriptwriting—brilliant, unique, and sometimes even insanely outrageous scriptwriting. But what exactly makes K-drama scriptwriters so special?…

Nevertheless Premiere Review: Han So-hee, Song Kang are entangled in a romantic tug-of-war

Indoor Enthusiast June 22, 2021

One of this year’s most anticipated romance dramas has finally premiered! Rising star Han So-hee is teaming up with Netflix’s adeul (son) Song Kang to give us the college romance we have been craving. The 10-episode JTBC series is helmed by director…

Father’s Day Special: 8 K-drama Characters Who Are Outstanding Father Figures

Luna June 21, 2021

Fathers are the very foundation of our lives. They play an important role in shaping our future and building our character. They put the roof on top of our heads, make sure we always have food on the table, and defend us…

Lee Joo-young's character in Itaewon Class is one of the notable LGBT representation in Korean dramas

Pride Month: Notable LGBT Representation in Korean Dramas

Indoor Enthusiast June 10, 2021

Mainstream Korean dramas shy away from broaching controversial topics, and LGBT representation is one of them. Some years ago, LGBT characters in Korean dramas used to be riddled with stereotypes and subtexts that viewers had to dig deep into. Representation was abysmal.…

Law School Premiere Review: A Class that Fails to Impress

Indoor Enthusiast May 8, 2021

After a very long time, K-dramaland has given us a college drama with a myriad of characters. From Parasite’s Lee Jung-eun to Reply 1988’s Ryu Hye-young, the cast of this drama piqued my interest ever since it was announced. This is going…

Jang Na-ra and Jung Yong-hwa in a scene from Sell Your Haunted House

Sell Your Haunted House Premiere Review: Jang Na-ra delivers as always

Luna April 28, 2021

If you feel an eerie presence inside your house or want to sell a haunted property, it’s time to ask for help from Daebak Real Estate. It is a real estate firm that exorcises resentful spirits from people’s properties for a small…

Taxi Driver Premiere Review: Lee Je-hoon serves cold revenge in style

Luna April 15, 2021

I’m probably not exaggerating when I say that I was beyond excited for Lee Je-hoon‘s drama comeback following his last starring role in Where Stars Land (2018) three years ago. His new drama is extra special with its dark hero theme, thrilling…

Sisyphus The Myth Review: Newest Time-Travel K-drama that Fails Spectacularly

Indoor Enthusiast April 14, 2021

Despite time-travel dramas not finding much success with both audience and critics, K-drama writers seem enamored with the concept. In most cases, a shoddily researched plot only has the bare minimum of time travel mechanics attached to it, without any explanations, while…

Kam Woo-sung, Jang Dong-yoon and Park Sung-hoon in the cancelled drama Joseon Exorcist

Joseon Exorcist’s Cancellation: Everything You Need to Know

Indoor Enthusiast March 27, 2021

A groundbreaking sageuk combining history, religion, and horror, Joseon Exorcist has been canceled within four days of premiere after it sparked massive uproar among Koreans. Reasons? Historical distortion and use of Chinese props. However, dramas with similar controversies like Mr. Sunshine and…