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Korean Dramas/Movies set to premiere on June 2026 : June 1st : #DoctorOnTheEdge (ENA/Disney+) June 5th : #TeachYouALesson (Netflix) June 22nd : #SeeYouAtWorkTomorrow (tvN/Prime Video) June 26th : #ManagerKim (SBS/Netflix) June 26th : #NotesFromTheLastRow (Netflix) MOVIES LINEUP *#HusbandsInActon : June 19th (Netflix) *#Hope (TBD) #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

#MyRoommateIsAGumiho starring #LeeHyeRi and #JangKiYong premiered 5 years ago today. #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

#KimSooYeon and #HyunSeokJun to tie the knot in June, another musical theatre couple set for wedding bells. According to reports, the couple, who first met as senior and junior colleagues in the musical theatre industry, gradually developed a romantic relationship and decided to take the next step together. Their wedding ceremony is expected to be held privately in the presence of family members, relatives, and close friends, marking the beginning of another celebrated musical actor couple in the Korean entertainment industry. #HallyuForums #Hallyu

Scoop : MBC's #PerfectCrown abolition petition surpasses 50,000 signatures amid escalating historical distortion and Northeast Project controversy. The controversy surrounding MBC’s drama Perfect Crown continues to intensify after a National Assembly citizen petition demanding the suspension of the drama and removal of related content from media platforms officially surpassed 50,000 signatures, crossing 100% of its target on May 26. With the required number achieved within the designated period, the petition is now set to be referred to the relevant standing committee, drawing major attention toward how authorities and broadcasters may respond going forward. The petitioner argued that although the series is set in a fictional version of the Republic of Korea, the production allegedly borrowed Chinese-style clothing, etiquette, and vocabulary in a manner that amounted to cultural appropriation and historical distortion. The petition further claimed that the controversy could provide justification for China’s “Northeast Project” narrative and criticized the production team’s decision to revise scenes in post-production, calling it a delayed and insufficient response considering the global reach of Korean content through OTT platforms. The drama previously faced heavy backlash after Grand Prince Yi An, played by Byeon Woo-seok, appeared wearing a “nine-sided crown” traditionally associated with a vassal state instead of the “ten-sided crown” symbolizing an independent emperor. Additional criticism erupted over the usage of the expressions “Cheonse” and “Cheoncheonse,” phrases historically associated with vassal states, instead of the imperial term “Manse.” Critics from both academia and the public argued that such portrayals undermined Korean historical identity and dignity. Following the growing outrage, Director Park Joon-hwa, Writer Yoo Ji-won, and lead actors IU and Byeon Woo-seok issued official apologies regarding the controversy. However, MBC has yet to release a statement for two consecutive days, leading to intensified criticism online. Netizens accused the broadcaster of hypocrisy, pointing out that MBC had strongly criticized SBS during the 2021 Joseon Exorcist controversy, which ultimately led to the show’s cancellation amid similar Northeast Project accusations, while now remaining silent regarding criticism directed at its own production. #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

Kim Se-ui faces pre-arrest interrogation today over alleged defamation of #KimSooHyun, AI-manipulated claims involving late #KimSaeRon. According to reports on Star News; Kim Se-ui, the head of controversial YouTube channel Garo Sero Institute (Gaseyeon), is set to undergo a pre-arrest interrogation (warrant review hearing) at the Seoul Central District Court on May 26 over multiple allegations linked to actor Kim Soo-hyun and the late actress Kim Sae-ron. Kim Se-ui has been accused of violating the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Violence Crimes, including charges related to filming and distributing material using cameras, along with defamation allegations. The charges stem from claims broadcast through the Garo Sero Institute YouTube channel, where Kim Se-ui allegedly spread false information stating that Kim Sae-ron dated Kim Soo-hyun while she was still a minor. He also reportedly claimed that pressure from Kim Soo-hyun’s side regarding debt repayment contributed to the actress’ death. Additionally, Kim Se-ui is accused of using artificial intelligence technology to manipulate Kim Sae-ron’s voice and fabricate statements attributed to her. One of the alleged fabricated claims stated that she “had sexual intercourse with Kim Soo-hyun for the first time during the winter break of her second year of middle school.” The court’s decision following the warrant review hearing will determine whether Kim Se-ui will be formally arrested as investigations into the case continue. Via Korean Media #HallyuForums #Hallyu

#MunKaYoung reportedly to star in upcoming female centric film 'Two Pieces'. Synopsis : It is a female-centric narrative featuring two leads that deals with a dramatic story spiraling toward catastrophe centering on two women. #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

Poster and look of #LeeDongWook and #KimHyeJun from Disney Plus’ #AShopForKillers2. Set to Premiere in July 2026. #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

Disney Plus' drama #AShopforKillers2 starring #LeeDongWook and #KimHyeJun officially set to premiere in July.

#ChaHakYeon and #KimMinJu to play the leads in SBS' upcoming romantic comedy drama 'Where Are You Going'. Synopsis : Lee Dong-min is a member of an idol group who has good looks, innate talent, and great intelligence. He survived the tough music industry and enjoyed a taste of success, but suddenly disappeared right before earning the top spot on a music show. Several years later, he reappears in the entertainment industry as a music show PD. #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

#NamJooHyuk and #RohYoonseo starrer Netflix's upcoming drama #EastPalace reportedly eyeing July 2026 premiere. Synopsis : Set in a fictional historical era, strange and terrifying incidents plague the Crown Prince's palace. The King (played by Cho Seung-woo) secretly summons two unique individuals to investigate the curse. Gu-cheon (Nam Joo-hyuk): An arrogant, formidable ghost-slayer who can traverse between the world of the living and the dead. He can transform into a ghost himself and slay spirits with his sword. Saeng-gang (Roh Yoon-seo): A court lady born with the ability to hear and communicate with ghosts, which she views as a lifelong curse. Together, they uncover hidden secrets, hauntings, and dark histories within the royal walls of the East Palace while confronting restless spirits and supernatural threats #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

#CheckInHanyang reportedly set to return with 2nd season, titled as 'Check In Namhae'. Source : @/ggonigone #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

#KimSooHyun’s legal team breaks silence after police dismiss minor dating allegations; says actor must "return to his original place". According to Korean Media; Kim Soo-hyun’s legal representative has issued a fresh statement after police reportedly concluded that allegations made by Kim Se-ui regarding the actor dating the late Kim Sae-ron during her teenage years were false. On May 23, lawyer Ko Sang-rok stated through social media that Kim Soo-hyun is “merely a victim of a crime” and not a direct party involved in the criminal proceedings currently surrounding the controversy. He further explained that the actor’s side intentionally avoided responding to every allegation repeatedly raised by Kim Se-ui through YouTube broadcasts and said they plan to maintain that stance moving forward. The lawyer added that after a long investigation, authorities have now confirmed the facts surrounding the alleged harm caused to the actor. He stressed that Kim Soo-hyun should now be allowed to “return to his original place”. Ko Sang-rok also stated that society should help crime victims return to their normal daily lives as quickly as possible, calling it an important part of a healthy society. The statement comes shortly after the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office reportedly sought an arrest warrant against Kim Se-ui on May 20. He has been accused of violating the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Violence Crimes, specifically regarding the distribution of illegally shared footage and materials. According to the arrest warrant application submitted by Seoul Gangnam Police Station, investigators stated that Kim Se-ui allegedly spread false information despite allegedly being aware that Kim Soo-hyun had not dated Kim Sae-ron while she was a minor and that Kim Soo-hyun was not responsible for the actress’ death. The controversy originally began in March 2024 when Kim Sae-ron briefly uploaded and deleted a close photo with Kim Soo-hyun on social media while she was reflecting following her drunk driving scandal. The image fueled dating rumors online. At the time, Kim Sae-ron hinted she was preparing an official statement but later decided not to release one. Kim Soo-hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, strongly denied the rumors, stating that the claims were groundless and that they did not know the intention behind Kim Sae-ron’s actions. Tragically, Kim Sae-ron passed away at her home on February 16 last year at the age of 25. Following her death, Kim Se-ui and Kim Sae-ron’s bereaved family held multiple broadcasts and press conferences beginning March 10, alleging that Kim Sae-ron had been in a six-year relationship with Kim Soo-hyun starting from her middle school years while the actor was allegedly in his late 20s. As part of those allegations, Kim Se-ui publicly released screenshots of alleged KakaoTalk conversations, voice recordings, and private photos connected to Kim Sae-ron. The escalating controversy eventually pushed Kim Soo-hyun to hold a press conference on March 31, 21 days after the allegations first surfaced publicly. Via Newsen #HallyuForums #Hallyu

#Connection starring #JiSung & #JeonMiDo premiered 2 years ago today. #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

#OurUnwrittenSeoul starring #ParkBoYoung & #ParkJinYoung premiered a year ago today. #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

SCOOP : National Assembly petition demands cancellation of MBC's #PerfectCrown amid escalating historical distortion controversy. MBC drama Perfect Crown continues to face explosive backlash in South Korea, with the controversy now reaching the National Assembly after a public petition demanding the cancellation of the series emerged online. The petition, titled “Request for the Suspension of Broadcasting and Removal of Content Due to Historical Distortion and Northeast Project Controversies,” was posted on the National Assembly’s public petition board on May 22 and had already surpassed 14,900 signatures by the afternoon of May 23. The petitioner accused the drama of heavily borrowing Chinese-style royal attire, etiquette, and terminology while presenting them within a Korean setting, calling it “cultural appropriation” and “historical distortion.” The complaint further argued that the series harms Korea’s cultural identity globally through OTT distribution and provides justification for China’s controversial “Northeast Project” claims. The controversy intensified following Episode 11’s coronation scene, where Grand Prince Lee An appeared wearing the “Goryu Myeonryugwan” while subjects shouted “Cheonse.” Critics pointed out that both the ceremonial attire and terminology are historically linked to vassal states under imperial China, sparking accusations that the drama distorted Korean royal history. As criticism mounted, the production team first muted the controversial audio and modified subtitles across reruns, VOD, and OTT platforms before eventually deleting the coronation scene entirely. Lead stars IU and Byun Woo-seok posted handwritten apology letters, while director Park Joon-hwa and writer Yoo Ji-won publicly admitted oversight and apologized for the controversy. However, public outrage continues to grow. Attention has now shifted toward government-backed funding after reports revealed that the drama received financial support from the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA). Discussions regarding recovery of the funds have also surfaced, with reports stating the production may be required to return the full funding amount along with accrued interest if the project fails its official evaluation review. Set against the backdrop of a fictional constitutional monarchy, Perfect Crown followed the romance between wealthy heiress Sung Hee-joo and Grand Prince Lee An. Despite massive anticipation before release due to the casting of IU and Byun Woo-seok, the drama remained surrounded by criticism throughout its run over acting debates and repeated accusations of historical inaccuracies. #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

#ParkEunBin opens up on ‘Extraordinary Attorney Woo Season 2’ possibility, says “There needs to be a very clear answer to ‘What is this new season for?’” Park Eun-bin has shared her honest thoughts regarding the possibility of returning for Season 2 of #ExtraordinaryAttorneyWoo. Speaking about the beloved drama, the actress expressed both her deep affection for the project and her cautious approach toward a sequel. When asked how she would respond if director Yoo Inshik proposed Extraordinary Attorney Woo 2, Park Eun-bin said, “‘Extraordinary Attorney Woo’ is a project that I love and cherish deeply. Therefore, I want to protect it just as much.” She further explained, “I think there needs to be a very clear answer to the question, ‘What is this new season for?’ for me to feel motivated to continue.” The actress also admitted that convincing herself emotionally and creatively would be essential before agreeing to return. “If I can’t fully convince myself, I think it would honestly be difficult,” she shared. Park Eun-bin concluded by emphasizing that the drama remains extremely precious to everyone involved, adding, “Just as much as I treasure this project, I believe the writer and director probably feel the same way as well.” #HallyuForums #Hallyu #KDrama

#TheWonderFools Actress #LeeSooBin has announced her marriage. On the 23rd, Lee Soo-bin personally shared the news of her marriage by posting a long handwritten letter on her social media. She stated, “I have found someone who stands by me more than anyone else, worries about my future, and supports me so that we can build it together,” adding, “Now, I intend to make an eternal promise to create a happier present with that person.” She continued, “I ask for your understanding with a generous heart if there are any people I haven't been able to contact due to the circumstances.” #HallyuForums #Hallyu

Scoop : The late Sulli's older brother, "I have a 37-minute phone call recording." Taking aim at #KimSooHyun again? Posted a cryptic message. The older brother of the late #Sulli is drawing attention by posting a series of cryptic messages that appear to be targeting actor Kim Soo-hyun. On the 22nd, Sulli's brother revealed a photo on his personal account, stating, "I have a 37-minute recording of a phone call with my sister's former manager." After mentioning the names of specific individuals, including Kim Soo-hyun, he claimed, "It even contains parts of my sister's unsavory private life at the time," adding, "I have a lot I want to ask, but I am holding back out of consideration for our mother." He continued, "A year ago, I only touched on the movie a little and stopped there, but I do not want to write about this in the future either," and added, "I am letting you know in advance that there is nothing false." Previously, on the 21st, he also posted on his personal account, "The moment you crawl back out, it's round two. The choice is yours." Later, when a person presumed to be an acquaintance asked, "Who said that?" Sulli's brother replied, "There is one guy over there who came from the stars." This led to speculation online that it was aimed at Kim Soo-hyun's representative drama, "My Love from the Star." Meanwhile, the Ganganam Police recently determined that the allegations raised by the YouTube channel Garo Sero Research Institute regarding a relationship between Kim Soo-hyun and the late Kim Sae-ron while she was a minor were false. Sulli's older brother had previously raised concerns, claiming that his sister was forced by Kim Soo-hyun's side to film a bed scene for the movie "Real," released in 2017, despite the presence of a body double. Report via Korean Media #HallyuForums #Hallyu

#LeeJunYoung reportedly to make a special appearance in #JungSungIl and #ParkJiHyun's upcoming movie 'Handwritten'. #HallyuForums #Hallyu

#JungSungIl and #WiHaJun reportedly set to lead the upcoming historical action film The Kill List, based on the award-winning webtoon of the same name. Set during the aftermath of the Gyeyu Rebellion, The Kill List is described as a hard-boiled revenge action film centering around Lee Hwa, a young woman who loses everything because of political betrayal and violence. Consumed by revenge, she vows to eliminate Han Myeong-hoe, the powerful schemer responsible for creating the infamous “Kill List.” As she walks down a dark and dangerous path, Lee Hwa becomes part of Hwajepmong, a secret assassination group formed to take down those connected to the massacre and political corruption. The film is expected to combine intense action, sword fights, emotional revenge arcs, and large-scale political conflicts set in the Joseon era. The original webtoon gained major attention after winning the Grand Prize at the 1st Daum Online Comic Contest and was praised for its dark storytelling, strong female-led narrative, and gripping political intrigue. Casting is currently underway for the five female members of Hwajepmong, including protagonist Lee Hwa, whose transformation into a feared assassin is expected to serve as the emotional core of the story. Production preparations for the film are reportedly in progress. #HallyuForums #Hallyu