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>Helmed by Director Yoo In-Shik of 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo' and the 'Dr. Romantic' series, '100 Days of Deception' is a period spy romance set over 100 days during the Japanese occupation of Korea. The drama follows Lee Ga-Gyeong (Kim You-Jung), Gyeongseong’s (present-day Seoul) top pickpocket, who infiltrates the Japanese Government-General of Korea disguised as an interpreter trainee. There, she becomes entangled with Kim Tae-Woong, also known as Sato Hideo (Park Jin-Young of GOT7), the newly appointed interpreter of the Government-General and the adopted son of the Inspector-General of Korea, the second-highest-ranking official in the organization.

>The script reading was attended by Director Yoo In-Shik, writer Ryu Bo-Ri, and cast members including Kim You-Jung, Park Jin-Young, Kim Hyun-Joo, Lee Moo-Saeng, Jin Sun-Kyu, Lee Ki-Young, Choi Duk-Moon, Seo Jeong-Yeon, Kim In-Kwon, and more.

>At the script reading, the cast and production team first observed a moment of silence to honor the sacrifices of Korean independence activists before beginning the session.

>Kim You-Jung plays Lee Ga-Gyeong, Gyeongseong’s top pickpocket who disguises herself as an interpreter trainee to infiltrate the Japanese Government-General of Korea. She portrays the character’s wide range of emotions, from a bold young woman dreaming of going to America to someone who gradually changes as she faces a series of crises after becoming a spy for the independence group Gugukdan.

>Park Jin-Young plays Sato Hideo, also known as Kim Tae-Woong, the adopted son of the Inspector-General of Korea and a newly appointed interpreter at the Japanese Government-General of Korea. Fluent in three languages, Kim Tae-Woong appears to be a polished elite interpreter on the outside, but secretly carries a deep sorrow that he cannot share with anyone.

>Kim Hyun-Joo takes on the role of Yoo So-Ran, a sniper for Gugukdan, an anti-Japanese resistance group, who takes up arms in pursuit of revenge. While carrying out a mission to assassinate Sato Shinichi (Jin Sun-Kyu), Yoo So-Ran offers Lee Ga-Gyeong a life-or-death deal, making her a pivotal character in the story.

>Lee Moo-Saeng transforms into Yoo Philip, a Gyeongseong correspondent for an American news agency. Using his position as a journalist, he pressures the Inspector-General of Korea while secretly serving as a member of Gugukdan and maintaining a fake marriage while concealing his feelings for Yoo So-Ran.

>Jin Sun-Kyu plays Sato Shinichi, the second-highest-ranking official at the Japanese Government-General of Korea and Gugukdan’s first assassination target. An ambitious man who will stop at nothing to achieve success and advance his career, Jin Sun-Kyu brings an intimidating presence to the character with his cold gaze and stern manner of speaking.

>The drama is further bolstered by a talented supporting cast. Lee Ki-Young plays Kim Seung-Eok, the head of Korea’s largest textile company; Seo Jeong-Yeon plays Ryu Gwan-Sil, Sato’s Korean housekeeper; Kim Do-Hyun plays Suzuki, an English interpreter at the Japanese Government-General of Korea; Go Han-Min plays Mitarai, an official at the Government-General; Kim Joong-Hee plays Fukuda, head of the Government-General’s Security Bureau; Kouri Yuka plays Yamada, Sato’s secretary, and Hong Sa-Bin plays Inoma, Lee Ga-Gyeong’s pickpocketing partner.

>The actors portraying members of Gugukdan are another key part of the cast. Choi Duk-Moon plays Kwak Woon-Hak, Kim In-Kwon plays Han Cheol-Ryong, Jeon Seok-Chan plays Kim Chi-Geon, Jeon Yung-Beob plays Song Jeon, Kim Dong-Young plays Park Se-Hwan, Lee Do-Goon plays Jang Jung-Yeop, Park Jung-Yeon plays Kim Myung-Nam, Lee Sun plays Lee Young-Bok, and Ko Se-Bin plays Hwang Gyu-Young.

>The production team commented, “It was a meaningful time to reflect on the significance and message of the drama from our very first meeting. We hope the sincerity of everyone involved, both the cast and crew, reaches viewers in its entirety. We are bringing you the story of ordinary people who never lost sight of the light of hope that is independence during the dark era of Japanese colonial rule.”

>'100 Days Of Deception' will premiere on October 10.

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##100 Days of Deception ↳ Previously Known As: 100 Days of Destiny, 100 Days of Lies  

Starring: Kim You-Jung, Park Jin-Young (from GOT7), Kim Hyun-Joo, Lee Moo-Saeng & Jin Sun-Kyu

Episodes: 16

Duration: 1 hour & 10 minutes

Original Network: tvN [Premieres October 10]

Streaming On: TVING

Airing: October 10, 2026 Through November 29, 2026

Airs On: Saturdays & Sundays

Genre(s): Thriller, Historical, Romance, Crime

Director: Yoo In-Shik (The WONDERfools, Dr. Romantic: Season 1, 2 + 3, Extraordinary Attorney Woo: Season 1 & Upcoming Season 2 & Vagabond)

Screenwriter: Ryu Bo-Ri (Trolley, Do You Like Brahms? & Everything & Nothing)

 

>Plot Synopsis: Set in Gyeongseong during the Japanese colonial period, the drama follows Ga Gyeong (Kim You-Jung), the city’s most talented pickpocket, who strikes a dangerous deal with the independence army and goes undercover at the Japanese Government-General of Joseon. Disguised as an employee, she is tasked with acting as a “fake spy” for just 100 days, but her mission slowly turns her into a real informant caught between survival, loyalty, and conviction.

>As she navigates her perilous double life, Ga Gyeong becomes entangled with Tae-Ung (Park Jin-Young), a Joseon-born Korean interpreter working inside the same building. Against a backdrop of secrets, lies, and growing political tension, a romance quietly takes shape between them.

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>Kim Jae-Wook has joined the new drama 'Fraudulent Lawyer' and is expected to work with Kim Nam-Gil in a project for the first time in 16 years.

>In the first half of this year, Kim Jae-Wook worked alongside Shin Hye-Sun, Gong Myung and Hong Hwa-Yeon in tvN's 'Filing for Love'. His next project is the TVING series 'The Obedient Killer', scheduled for release next year. With the addition of 'Fraudulent Lawyer', he continues his active work schedule.

>'Fraudulent Lawyer' is drawing even more attention as it marks the reunion of Kim Nam-Gil and Kim Jae-Wook. The two previously appeared together in the 2010 SBS drama 'Bad Boy'. At the time, Kim Nam-Gil played the role of Shim Gun-Wook and Kim Jae-Wook played the role of Hong Tae-Sung, leaving a strong impression.

>Both actors have consistently been active as leading stars since before and after 'Bad Boy'. Kim Nam-Gil and Kim Jae-Wook have solidified their respective positions through their unique auras and decadent charms. Interest is focused on the chemistry the two will show in 'Fraudulent Lawyer' as they reunite 16 years after 'Bad Boy'.

>'Fraudulent Lawyer', in which they team up, is a drama based on "damages lawsuits," which are referred to as an ultra-high-risk, ultra-high-reward area within civil litigation, which sees 12,000 cases processed daily and amounts to 52 trillion won in scale. It is being produced by Imaginus and is being considered for broadcast on ENA.

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>The stolen-identity thriller 'Mousetrap' is officially primed for its global Netflix debut.

>The webtoon-based series follows Mun-Jae (Ryu Jun-Yeol), a novelist who loses his name, face and life to a mysterious entity known as "the Rat." He teams up with No-Ja (Sul Kyung-Gu), a loan shark, and Sun-Yong (Lee Kyu-Hyung), a detective, embarking on a high-stakes hunt to uncover the identity of the Rat.

>Helmed by Director Kim Hong-Sun, who was acclaimed for stylized action and tension in the Netflix series 'Dear Hongrang' (2025) and hit dramas 'The Guest' (2018) and 'Voice' (2017), the drama is inspired by the classic Korean folktale premise that "a rat becomes human after eating fingernails," promising to deliver psychological dread alongside genre-thriller suspense.

>"The work is motivated by the folktale of the fingernail-eating rat. It is a thriller about a man whose life has been stolen trying to reclaim his identity," Director Kim introduced the drama during a press conference at Hotel Naru Seoul - MGallery in Mapo District, Seoul, Thursday.

>Kim added that the webtoon script immediately drew him in. "The original webtoon had a chilling sense of horror, and our writer adapted it dynamically into a chase format. Reading the script, I resonated with Mun-Jae's emotions. I just wanted to see who the Rat was, so there was no reason not to direct it," he added.

>The cast cited the fast-paced narrative and gripping premise as their primary reasons for joining the project.

>Ryu said he found the setup fascinating. "I remembered reading the original folktale as a child. Adapting that story for global audiences appealed to me, and the script raised so many questions that I voluntarily looked up the original webtoon," he said.

>Sul noted that the script stood out among the projects he was considering. "There are no supernatural powers or spiritual elements here, just characters who seem somehow incomplete. The sense of immersion as they hunt for the truth was incredible," he said.

>When asked what would make the show different from a series with similar themes, the director pointed to its structure. "There are certainly shared themes, but 'Mousetrap' pivots into a relentless chase. We start from a similar premise, but the execution takes a completely different path. The real thrill lies in the cat-and-mouse game of unmasking the imposter. That psychological tension was our primary focus throughout filming and directing," he said.

>Ryu plays Mun-Jae, a writer who loses everything overnight. Describing him as a novelist who lived in isolation from the world for three years, he said, "When his life is suddenly stolen by an unknown entity, he fights to get it back."

>Marking the first dual role of his career, Ryu carefully calibrated his performance to differentiate the two characters. "Since I am portraying both individuals, I focused on subtle adjustments in personality and gaze. Primary emphasis was placed on voice tone so viewers could immediately tell them apart," he said.

>Describing his character, No-Ja, Sul painted a picture of a fading era. "Think of him as part of the last generation of classic mobsters — a midlevel boss type," Sul explained. "He doesn't care about personal connections or who anyone is. If he’s told to bury someone, he buries them, takes his cut and moves on."

>Kim pointed to a single thematic line as the anchor of the series. "There’s a dialogue in the show that says 'life is like an island' and I think that line sums up the entire drama," Kim said. "Each character drifts through the narrative isolated like a lone island. Keeping that sense of detachment in mind will make the viewing experience all the more compelling."

>'Mousetrap' premieres globally on Netflix on Aug. 28.

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##Sigor Amour ↳Previously Known As: Country Love, Countryside Amour  

Starring: Kim Ji-Hoon & Park Ju-Hyun

Episodes: 12

Original Network: TV Chosun [Slated to Premiere in the Second Half of 2026]

Streaming On: TV Chosun

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Life, Drama

Director: Kim Jung-Min ('The Secret Romantic Guesthouse', 'Queen: Love & War' & 'The Princess's Man'

 

>Plot Synopsis: A romantic comedy set in a traditional market in Myeongsan County, South Chungcheong Province. The drama follows a realistic debt collection lawyer who has spent his life focused solely on survival. After becoming involved with the people of the local market, he gradually discovers the true meaning of community, love, and family.

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DISCLAIMER: Please note that Drama Names, in addition to Cast Changes, as well as Premiere Dates & Streaming Platform(s) are subject to change

##My Bias, My Boss ↳ Previously Known As: Beloved's Employee, My Favorite Employee, My Favorite's Employee, My Bias' Employee, My Oppa is an Idol  

Adapted from the webtoon “My Oppa Is an Idol" (우리 오빠는 아이돌) by Seong Eun (성은).

Starring: Kang Hoon, Kim Hye-Joon, Cha Woo-Min & Shin Yu-Na/Yuna (from ITZY)

Content Rating: 15+ (Teens 15 or older)

Episodes: 12

Duration: 1 hour & 10 minutes

Original Network: tvN [Premiered August 3]

Streaming On: Viki, TVING & Wavve

Airing: August 3, 2026 Through September 8, 2026

Airing On: Mondays & Tuesdays

Genre(s): Comedy, Romance, Drama

Director: Park Ji-Hyun (Class of Lies)

Screenwriter: Lee Young (Siren's Kiss)

 

>Plot Synopsis: As the CEO, Kang Ha-Gi (Kang Hoon) has successfully led fashion startup Appello. He looks cold from afar, but he actually has a warm heart. His calm and cool demeanor is shaken by his new employee Nam Da-Reum (Kim Hye-Joon).

>For the past 11 years, Nam Da-Reum has been a fan of idol group member Lee Chan (Cha Woo-Min). She turned down a job offer from a large company so she could work at Appello, where Lee Chan works as a director. Just as she is about to turn her passion into a career, she unexpectedly gets involved with CEO Kang Ha-Gi. This places her work life in a difficult situation.

>Lee Chan has transformed from an idol to an actor and an icon of his era. He looks perfect, but he has actually lived with loneliness that nobody knows about. He expanded his career to the director position at fashion startup Appello. There he faces his fan Nam Da-Reum.

[[Source]](https://x.com/CJnDrama/status/2090257513614840290/video/

##The Ordinary Jackpot ↳ Previously Known As: The Winner of the Lottery Will Go To Work, Lotto Winner Also Goes to Work, Lotto 1^s^t Place Winner Goes to Work Too

Adapted from the web novel “Lotto Winner Also Goes to Work” (로또1등도 출근합니다) written by Seo In-Ha (서인하)

Starring: Lee Jun-Hyuk, Seo Hyun-Woo & Oh Dae-Hwan

Content Rating: 15+ (Teens 15 or older)

Episodes: 10

Duration: 1 hour & 10 minutes

Original Network: TVING [Premieres September 10]

>'The Ordinary Jackpot’ will be released on TVING on September 10. Following its exclusive TVING debut, the drama will also air on tvN as a Monday-Tuesday series beginning September 14

Streaming On: TVING, tvN, Disney+ & HBO Max

Airing: September 14, 2026 Through October 13, 2026

Airs On: Mondays & Tuesdays

Genre(s): Drama, Fantasy

Director: Yoon Young-Bin (Tomb of the River [Korean Film])

 

>Plot Synopsis: Gong Eun-Tae (Lee Jun-Hyuk) leads Sales Team 5 at Hongseong International. He has lived fiercely his entire life to have an ordinary life and without any trouble, but he has been in a slump after realizing that all of his hard work will end with boredom in his life. One day, he wins the top prize in the lottery. The prize is for 1.3 billion won (approximately $907,000 USD). The money is just a tad short of being life changing, so he still goes to work and thinks nothing will change. Yet, winning the lottery gradually changes his attitude about life. His colleagues at work include Yang Jun-Ho (Seo Hyun-Woo) and Jung Seon-Hyuk (Oh Dae-Hwan).

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>I will be linking all "Drama Spotlight" discussions (in alphabetical order) under the Highlights located on the r/allthingskdramas Main Page.

 

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>I wanted to start do random weekly discussions posts about dramas from every decade for viewers to re-discover their "firsts" (dramas), to introduce dramas that others may have heard the (drama) name before, but don't know much about, a drama that's been on their watchlist since forever & were on the fence about watching it, but reading the discussion(s) may encourage them to watch it. Some things to discuss:

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##Healer  

Starring: Ji Chang-Wook, Park Min-Young, Yoo Ji-Tae & Kim Mi-Kyung

Content Rating: 15+ (Teens 15 or older)

Episodes: 20

Duration: 60 minutes

Original Network: KBS

Aired: December 8, 2014 Through February 10, 2015

Genre(s): Action, Thriller, Mystery, Romance

Directors: Lee Jeong-Seop ('Dali & Cocky Prince', 'Angel's Last Mission: Love', 'Queen for Seven Days' & 'Bread, Love and Dreams') & Kim Jin-Woo ('Like Flowers in the Sand', 'Suits', 'Queen of Mystery' & 'Good Doctor')

Screenwriter: Song Ji-Na ('The Great Doctor', 'The Legend' & 'Eyes of Dawn')

 

>Plot Synopsis: Seo Jeong-Hu (Ji Chang-Wook) is a special kind of night courier, known only as "Healer" by his clients. For the right price and with the help of a genius hacker, he gets his clients whatever they want, as long as it doesn't involve murder. His latest job leads him to the second-rate tabloid writer Chae Yeong-Sin (Park Min-Young) and the successful reporter Kim Mun-Ho (Yoo Ji-Tae). He begins to uncover the mystery of his own shared past with the two reporters, thus putting them all in danger.

 

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📽️ ｢ Main Trailer ｣

 

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>Ha Young’s agency has released a new statement regarding the status of her drama project.

>On August 20, a media outlet reported that the actress had returned to filming for the upcoming SBS drama 'The Long Shot Trial'. Previously, she was reported to have shed tears on set on August 13 and resumed filming after taking a break for several hours following the controversy over her great-grandfather’s alleged pro-Japanese activities. Following the incident, she reportedly took a weeklong break at the production team’s consideration and returned to filming today.

>In response to the report, Ha Young’s agency BISTUS Entertainment stated, “Ha Young is continuing with her previously scheduled filming. We ask for your understanding that it is difficult to provide specific details regarding the schedule or progress separately.”

>Sources from the drama further relayed to the press, “We are taking the recent matter involving the actor very seriously,” adding, “We are currently having careful discussions from various angles with the production company and other relevant parties.” They added, “We will announce any decisions through official channels as soon as they are made. However, given the practical circumstances in which we must minimize the damage to the numerous staff members and cast, we are currently coordinating the remaining essential schedules from various angles.”

>Set to premiere in 2027, SBS’s 'The Long Shot Trial' is a lighthearted legal comedy that follows the ragtag members of a law office led by Kwon Baek (Lee Je-Hoon), a former lawyer who now works as a law office manager. Together, they find unconventional ways to turn seemingly unwinnable cases into victories.

>The drama is reportedly about 90 percent complete in filming. Meanwhile, further concerns have been raised as the drama is based on a popular Japanese drama and is scheduled to air in February, ahead of The March 1st Independence Movement Day. Amid the controversy, Ha Young’s agency previously released a statement while the actress also issued a handwritten apology.

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📣 Previously Reported: SBS faces backlash for airing Ha Young's new drama 'The Long Shot Trial'

 

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📣 Previously Reported: Ha Young Breaks Down on Set of 'The Long Shot Trial' Amid Pro-Japanese Family Controversy

 

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📣 Previously Reported: The advertising industry has begun to distance itself from Ha Young after great-grandfather linked to pro-Japanese organization sparks controversy

 

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📣 Previously Reported: Netflix cancels Jung Hae-In's interview for 'Our Sticky Love', scraps promotional plans as backlash over Ha Young's Pro-Japanese lineage allegations intensifies ahead of Liberation Day

 

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📣 Previously Reported: Ha Young apologizes over Great-Grandfather's Pro-Japanese activities

 

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📣 Previously Reported: Ha Young & Lee Je-Hoon's Upcoming Drama Releases Statement Following Her Recent Family Controversy

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>Hong Min-Ki’s agency has refuted claims made by his ex-girlfriend (hereinafter “Ms. A”) regarding a forced abortion.

>Following Hong Min-Ki’s agency’s statement from August 19, Ms. A further claimed that she had been subjected to verbal abuse, gaslighting, and pressure to undergo an abortion during their time together.

>On the morning of August 20, Hong Min-Ki’s agency Fable Company released a new statement refuting the allegations.

>Read the agency’s full statement below:

>Hello. This is Fable Company. We would like to state our position regarding the additional posts made by Ms. A concerning our agency’s actor Hong Min-Ki.

>In her additional posts, Ms. A claims that she confirmed a pregnancy during her relationship with the actor and underwent an abortion, stating that she possesses medical records and ultrasound photos as evidence.

>In fact, at approximately 6 a.m. on August 19, 2026, Ms. A sent the actor an ultrasound photo along with the message, “Shut your mouth before I expose all of this too.” However, Ms. A had never shown any such ultrasound photos to the actor prior to this. As the ultrasound photo in question appears different from those that typically confirm a pregnancy, our company has requested verification from obstetric and gynecological medical professionals and intends to submit this as evidence.

>Furthermore, upon confirming with the actor, it has been verified that Ms. A never showed the actor a pregnancy test, and contrary to Ms. A’s claims, the actor never made any remarks pressuring Ms. A to have an abortion.

>Moreover, on July 13—the very day Ms. A claims she underwent the abortion surgery—she suggested to the actor that they go cycling together. When the actor declined, Ms. A sent a video of herself cycling alone. We have secured and are keeping all records of this conversation and the video.

>Pregnancy and abortion are extremely sensitive and serious matters. Despite this, Ms. A has publicly posted claims on social media that are entirely untrue, such as the allegation that the actor pressured her into an abortion after confirming the pregnancy. As a result, the actor has once again suffered severe and irreparable damage to his reputation and image.

>We will no longer respond by repeatedly refuting the other party’s false claims.

>Based on the materials secured thus far, we will immediately proceed with the necessary civil and criminal legal procedures to ensure that the facts related to this case are clearly brought to light.

>Finally, we earnestly request that you refrain from reckless speculation and the spreading or reproduction of unverified claims as this can cause further harm not only to the actor but to everyone involved in this matter.

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📣 Previously Reported: Hong Min-Ki's Agency Responds to Recent Allegations Made by Ex-Girlfriend

 

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📣 Previously Reported: Hong Min-Ki Faces Dating Violence, Murder Threat Allegations

>Lee Joo-Bin has been cast in the new drama 'Fraudulent Lawyer' and will be working alongside Kim Nam-Gil.

>According to a report by TV Report on the 20th, Lee Joo-Bin has been cast in the legal heist drama 'Fraudulent Lawyer'. In relation to this, an official from Lee Joo-Bin's agency stated, "It is true that she received an offer to appear in the drama, and she is positively reviewing it." It is reported that filming for the project is scheduled to begin early next year.

>According to reports, Lee Joo-Bin plays the role of Cha Ha-Kyung, a privileged lawyer who craves victory more than money.

>'Fraudulent Lawyer' is a legal caper that depicts the story surrounding 'damages lawsuits,' which are called ultra-high-risk, ultra-high-return items among civil lawsuits, of which 12,000 cases are processed daily and the scale alone amounts to 52 trillion won.

>B-grade lawyers, whom even criminals find astonishing, jump into a massive 'war of money' to offer a unique form of comfort to those weary of empty laws and justice.

>Earlier, news was announced that Kim Nam-Gil had been cast as Jang Do-Young, a man who jumped into the cutthroat legal battlefield, viewing it as the ultimate gambling arena. Lee Joo-Bin will play Cha Ha-Kyung, a character who pursues victory rather than money, and will navigate the fierce legal battlefield alongside Kim Nam-Gil.

>Lee Joo-Bin, who has expanded her acting range by taking on diverse characters in works such as 'Queen of Tears' and 'Divorce Insurance', stood at the center of a romantic comedy in 'Spring Fever' and now transforms into a privileged lawyer in 'Fraudulent Lawyer'. As she broadens her acting spectrum by crossing genres and characters, attention is focused on what new sides Lee Joo-Bin will reveal through the role of Cha Ha-Kyung.

>'Fraudulent Lawyer' is written by Kim Yong-Hwan and produced by Imagineus. It is reported to have recently been scheduled to air on ENA.

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📣 Previously Reported: Kim Nam-Gil Reportedly Confirmed as Male Lead in the New Legal Drama 'Fraudulent Lawyer'

[L to R - Photo #1] Sul Kyung-Gu, Ryu Jun-Yeol & Lee Kyu-Hyung

[L to R - Photo #2] Sul Kyung-Gu, Ryu Jun-Yeol, Director Kim Hong-Sun & Lee Kyu-Hyung

 

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##Mousetrap ↳ Previously Know As: The Rat, Field Mouse

Adapted from the webtoon “Field Mouse" (들쥐) by Ludvico (루드비코)

Starring: Ryu Jun-Yeol, Sul Kyung-Gu & Lee Kyu-Hyung

Content Rating: 18+ Restricted (violence & profanity)

Episodes: 10

Duration: 50 minutes

Original Network: Netflix [Premieres August 28]

Streaming On: Netflix

Genre(s): Thriller, Mystery

Director: Kim Hong-Sun (Dear Hongrang, Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area: Part 1 & 2, The Guest, Black, Voice & Liar Game)

Screenwriter: Lee Jae-Gon (Special Affairs Team TEN: Season 1 & Season 2)

 

>Plot Synopsis: Mun-Jae (Ryu Jun-Yeol) is a novel writer, who lives a reclusive life. One day, he is unable to unlock his cellphone with his fingerprint and his one friend, that did everything for him, suddenly disappears. Mun-Jae is unable to prove his own identity and he realizes that someone known as Rat has taken everything from him including his name, identity and property. To retrieve his identity, Mun-Jae begins to track down the mysterious "Rat". He then shows up at the office of loan shark No-Ja (Sul Kyung-Gu), who is a calm and dangerous man. No-Ja runs a private detective agency and works to track down information at the request of his clients. No-Ja has been looking for Mun-Jae for 3 three years after he borrowed money from him and then disappeared. No-Jae takes part in the hunt for "Rat" to get his money back from Mun-Jae.

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[Left Photo] Behind-The-Scenes Photo of Kim Seon-Ho & Bae Suzy from the tvN Drama 'Start-Up'

[Right Photo] Photo of the coffee truck shared on Suzy's SNS account

 

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>On the 19th Suzy shared a photo to her SNS account with the caption "hurry up 'Portraits of Delusion'."

>The photo showed proof of the coffee truck sent by Kim Seon-Ho. The banner read "To all the cast & staff of 'Men of the Harem', please drink the coffee Suzy prepared and stay strong! From Iho/Jinlin."

>The two reunited for the Disney+ original drama 'Portraits of Delusion' after the drama 'Start-Up' drawing attention even before its release. Suzy left "Thanks, human" for Kim Seon-Ho who gifted the coffee truck, still showing off their friendship and creating a warm feeling.

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>Seo Eun-Soo plays Oh Ye-Jin, an investigator who tracked down the truth behind a massive criminal cartel with her fearless actions. In Season 2, she becomes South Korea’s first female prosecutor. As a character who has carved out her own path despite the disapproving looks of those around her, it remains to be seen how Oh Ye-Jin will navigate cases after nine years have passed.

>In the still, Oh Ye-Jin reveals the strength forged by time with a more polished style, sharp gaze, and confident demeanor. After heading to Seoul at the request of the Joint Investigation Headquarters, she is set to begin working with Jang Geon-Young (Jung Woo-Sung) again after nine years.

>Won Ji-An returns as Ikeda Yu-Ji, the adopted daughter of Ikeda (Lily Franky), who joined forces with Baek Ki-Tae (Hyun Bin) with enormous ambitions.

>The stills display Ikeda Yu-Ji in a more daring light than in Season 1. Her longer hairstyle and glamorous coat create a strikingly different atmosphere, while her enormous back tattoo symbolizing the Ikeda organization immediately commands attention. Having prepared to put her own plan into action, it remains to be seen what choice Ikeda Yu-Ji will make to shake up the entire game.

>Finally, Cha Hee plays Baek So-Young, the older sister of Baek Ki-Hyun (Woo Do-Hwan) and younger sister of Baek Ki-Tae. In Season 1, Baek So-Young helped Baek Ki-Tae with his business and showed unwavering faith in her family.

>In the newly released still, however, she showcases glamorous outfits and makeup, a stark contrast to her formerly understated appearance. Her nervous gaze and sharp attitude add to the intrigue, hinting at what changes she has undergone.

>With a total of six episodes, 'Made in Korea 2' will premiere with Episodes 1 and 2 on September 9, followed by two episodes released every Wednesday.

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##Made in Korea: Season 2  

Starring: Hyun Bin, Jung Woo-Sung, Seo Eun-Soo, Won Ji-An, Woo Do-Hwan & Jung Sung-Il

Content Rating: 15+ (Teens 15 or older)

Episodes: 6

Duration: 60 minutes

Original Network: Disney+ [Premieres September 9]

Streaming On: Disney+ & Hulu

Airs: September 9, 2026 Through September 23, 2026

Airs: Wednesdays

Genre(s): Action, Thriller, Mystery, Political

Director: Woo Min-Ho (Made in Korea: Season 1 & Screenwriter & Director for Harbin)

 

>Plot Synopsis: Set nine years after the Season 1 finale, follows Baek Ki-Tae (Hyun Bin), now at the peak of power. Jang Geon Young (Jung Woo-Sung), who has been preparing a counterattack; and Baek Ki-Hyun (Woo Do-Hwan), who is pursuing a different path to power from his older brother. Their ambitions spiral out of control, shaking things up and creating an irreversible rift.

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