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#kdramareview #koreadrama #againmylife We wish we could be 18 again! Gripping episodes at every turn with backstabbing and deceiving antagonists. Lee Joon Gi is perfect for the prosecutor role! *Contains spoilers. 4.5/5 Stars Driven by determination and righteousness, a young prosecutor Kim Hee Woo ( Lee Joon Gi Hotel Del Luna 2019 ) strives to take down a powerful politician, Cho Tae Sub ( Lee Geung Young Vincenzo 2021 ) who seems to hold all the cards in the Korean assembly house. In the middle of uncovering Cho Tae Sub's alternative motives, Hee Woo is killed by an assassin hired by the politician. He is given another chance to right his wrongs starting from age 18. During his rise back to his present-day self, Kim Hee Woo must confront his weakness including saving his parents from a tragic car accident. He must go through the hardships as a university student as well as serve in the Korean military again! We're taken along in his journey to dominate the prosecutor's office and to bring justice to those in higher level government positions. This fun revenge fantasy drama drew in high ratings throughout its run ending with a 10.5% Nielsen Korea rating which was good for 2nd nationwide on May 28. Check out this fun quiz game between Kim Ji Eun and Lee Joon Gi! Political Thoughts While watching this drama, we felt that it was perfectly timed with the current political landscape in South Korea. Koreans are concerned with the newly appointed president, Yoon Seok Youl's cabinet members, all of whom the president has worked with. They feel that he might seem biased as the eight members graduated from South Korea's most prestigious Seoul National University, the President's alma mater. The cabinet members are all male and over the age of 50 drawing concerns from the public. As many as 44 million South Koreas headed to the polls on Wednesday, June 1 to elect mayors and provincial governors. It was considered to be a public holiday as many businesses and schools were closed for the day. This is the first test given to President Yoon to tackle economic recovery and inequality in the country. How do you feel about this? Do you think the president should be allowed to appoint whoever he feels is right or should there be limitations? Let us know your thoughts about this drama and the Korean political landscape now!

Netflix has mentioned that Physical 100 Season 2 will be muscling its way back onto your screen on March 19, 2024 . We break down what you should know to get ready for this action-packed returning series! The full list of the 100 challengers has been released and we do know a few of the contestants for Season 2, which have been taken out of the competition already! The Physical 100 Season 1, starred both Korean and International participants which made the show more diverse and appeal to a wider audience. The second season will include the first Korean IFC fighter Kim Dong Hyun and gold Judo medalist Lee Won Hee . The other contestants that we know of range in professions including actors, singers, police/military personnel, and former FBI agents. I have to say, that I think the lineup sounds great, and I cannot wait to watch it! Here's the full list of 100 contestants! A new trailer is now out! The show has been promised to be bigger and better than the first series, and it will open with a maze that includes sandbags, following an endurance test on a treadmill. Based on the teaser the contestants will have to collect as many sandbags as possible while trying to find their way out of the maze! Another challenge will also include the ominous, one-on-one fight scene where contestants have to wrestle another player in a water pit while trying to stay in possession of a medicine ball. Remember that looks are not everything even in the grueling challenges! Remember to set your calendars for this not-to-be-missed show! Comment below, and let us know if you will be watching Season 2 of Physical 100 ! #physical100 #physical100season2 #physical100s2 #kimdonghyun #realityshow

J-Hope has made K-pop history by becoming the first ever South Korean artist to headline the main stage

The Demonic Plan Unveiled In the latest episode, the sinister plot of Onseong Hospital comes to light as Yoon Chae Ok's ( Han So Hee ) mother falls victim to their demonic experimentations. powerful moment, leaving viewers to ponder the resilience of the human spirit even in the face of such demonic

They have given rise to the biggest names in K-pop such as NCT, aespa , and EXO to name a few.

South Korea will soon start a four-day workweek for couples to spend more time together in an attempt to combat its low birth rate. Will this new strategy combat the continual protest from working moms for more opportunities and equality in the workplace in a male-dominated office culture country? We give you the details! Employees in a South Korean province will be trying to work less next year, as the global movement for a four-day workweek gathers momentum. Workers at more than 50 organizations across Gyeonggi Province will be able to choose either a four-day week every fortnight or shortened hours every week it's been reported. Let's take a look at some of the working week hours across the world: As you can see from this table featuring mainly leading world countries, South Korea is one of the countries with the highest working week hours, which has affected the low birth rate. The Korean province of Gyeonggi-do, will allow the employees of more than 50 organizations to opt for a shorter work week or reduced weekly hours, which is unprecedented in Korean work culture. This strategy from the government will try to help the country's low fertility rate and allow women to balance a career and a family. Of course, the incentive is part of a broader global movement in order to create a better work-life balance, especially in countries known for a tough work culture like Korea. Do you think many Koreans will opt for a 4-day working week? Will this help the low fertility rate? Let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below! #4dayworkweek #workweek #lowfertilityrate #equalrights #womensrights

A close-up of the Emirati twins, who have become globally renowned for their well-coordinated, colorful matching styles and aesthetically pleasing social media accounts, at several fashion shows, were in Paris for the menswear week. The fashion twins photographed the most important events that they saw in the form of a vlog. They talked about the most important events, including seeing J-Hope in front of them when they entered the show. From the Instgram reel of @twinshadban From the Instgram reel of @twinshadban When the twins received an invitation to attend the fashion show for Louis Vuitton, they were excited and very happy after knowing that J-Hope also received an invitation like theirs. Their "hopes" increased when they saw the fashion house tweeting that J-Hope will attend the event. #jhope joins as new #LouisVuitton House Ambassador. The Maison is delighted to welcome the South Korean artist, who brings his unique charm and style to this exciting new chapter ▪︎ Louis Vuitton Tweet. And this is the outfit they choose to attend the Louis Vuitton event with BTS Jhope. The Emirati twins outfits and Jhope outfit in (Louis Vuitton) were decorated with a different colors. • The reel they shared on the instgram: Then they went to the #Dior #DiorWinter23 show and saw J-Hope for the second time! They also shared a video that showed that they also saw BTS's Jimin during the Dior event on their Snapchat and an Instagram reel that resumed the event's important moments. The Emirati twins and Jhope outfits in (Dior) were almost also the same color. J-hope at the Dior event ( photos from the instgram reel of @twinshadban ) An instgram reel of @twinshadban From the instgram reel of @twinshadban Although they saw Blackpink 's Jisoo , as well as BTS's Jimin, they only mentioned J-Hope. With reference to previous events that they also saw Cha Eun Woo at the Dior event in Egypt last December. Their fans were so thankful for them for sharing these amazing moments and making them feel that they are with J-Hope! Let us know if you also felt the same in the comments! #emiratitwins #parisfashionweek2023 #kfashion

Byeon Woo-seok in a still from Lovely Runner (Image via tvN). K-drama green flag men have set the bar so high that dating apps now feel hopeless. These fictional guys are kind, respectful, and deeply love their partners. They treat them like queens, all while being incredibly handsome—with perfect skin, sharp features, and irresistible charm. Most importantly, they feel completely out of reach. They’re like dream men from a romance novel—imagine someone with Chuck Bass looks and golden retriever energy, ready to cross oceans for love. Here are six K-drama men who aren’t just green flags—they’re whole green forests. 1. Yang Gwan-sik (Park Bo-gum) – When Life Gives You Tangerines The official poster for When Life Gives You Tangerines (Image via Netflix). Arguably the standout K-drama of the year so far, When Life Gives You Tangerines   gives us Yang Gwan-sik, played by Park Bo-gum —a male lead so ideal, it’s hard to imagine anyone else measuring up. Gwan-sik is kind, supportive, and deeply respectful of his wife, Oh Ae-sun ( IU ), even standing up to his toxic family to protect her. He also sets a strong example for his children, showing his son and daughter that true strength lies in empathy and equality. Through him, the show sends a powerful message: patriarchy can end when men choose to stand against it. 2. Yu Eun-ho (Lee Jun-hyuk) – Love Scout The official poster for Love Scout (Image via SBS.) Love Scout  refreshes the classic CEO-secretary romance trope by flipping it on its head. Instead of the usual dynamic, we get a sharp, no-nonsense female CEO, Kang Ji-yoon ( Han Ji-min ), and her capable, trusted secretary Yu Eun-ho ( Lee Jun-hyuk )—who also happens to be a devoted single father. Eun-ho is skilled and dependable in the workplace, while also being a gentle, loving dad at home. As an office romance fan, it’s refreshing to see a popular male lead take on a non-traditional role—one that doesn’t make him feel lesser next to a powerful woman, but instead shows that strength can come from humility, care, and quiet confidence. 3. Ryu Sun-jae (Byeon Woo-seok) – Lovely Runner The official poster for Lovely Runner (Image via tvN). He has it all—good looks, talent, charisma, confidence, and a massive fan following—yet Ryu Sun-jae ( Byeon Woo-seok ), a top star, feels empty inside and ultimately chooses to end his life. But everything changes when Im-sol ( Kim Hye-yoon ), a devoted fan, travels back in time to save him—and in doing so, rewrites both their destinies. While Lovely Runner  is largely told from Im-sol’s perspective, Ryu Sun-jae is undeniably the emotional core of the story. Byeon Woo-seok breathes life into the idea of “loserism”—a man hopelessly and wholeheartedly in love. Through Sun-jae, the drama beautifully reminds us that vulnerability, loyalty, and emotional depth never go out of style. 4. Lee Joon-ho (Kang Tae-oh) – Extraordinary Attorney Woo A Still from Extraordinary Attorney Woo (Image via ENA). They say behind every successful man is a woman—but Lee Joon-ho ( Kang Tae-Oh ) shows us that behind every accomplished woman can be a man who loves her fully and puts her first without hesitation. As the gentle, thoughtful colleague and love interest of Woo Young-woo ( Park Eun-bin ), Joon-ho’s quiet strength and unwavering support make their romance one of the most heartwarming in K-drama history. Kind, patient, and endlessly understanding, he’s the kind of man who gives you hope that someone like him might exist in real life. Not just a green flag—he’s a whole green forest. 5. Hong Du-sik (Kim Seon-ho) – Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha The official poster for Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (Image via tvN). It’s rare to find a man who’s not just secure but genuinely proud of his partner’s greater success—and Hong Du-sik ( Kim Seon-ho ) is exactly that. In Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha , he doesn’t just accept his girlfriend Yoon Hye-jin’s ( Shin Min-a ) accomplishments as a successful dentist—he celebrates them. One unforgettable moment is when Du-sik carves a small wooden box for Hye-jin to store her diamonds—not because he bought them for her, but because he knows she’s more than capable of buying them herself. It’s simple, selfless, and deeply beautiful. Du-sik is proof that true masculinity lies in support, not ego. 6. Hwang Yong-sik ( Kang Ha-neul ) – When the Camellia Blooms The official poster for When The Camellia Blooms (Image via KBS). One of the best age-gap romances done right, When the Camellia Blooms  has only grown more beloved over time—and much of that is thanks to Kang Ha-neul’s heartfelt performance as Hwang Yong-sik. A small-town cop with sharp instincts and an even bigger heart, Yong-sik falls deeply for Oh Dong-baek ( Gong Hyo-jin ), a single mother targeted by a dangerous criminal. His love is pure, unwavering, and fiercely protective—he promises to keep her and her child safe, even if it means defying his own mother’s disapproval. Gentle, loyal, and endlessly supportive, Hwang Yong-sik has rightfully earned his place as one of our all-time favourite K-drama green flag men. Which K-drama green flag character is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! #KangHaNeul #WhenTheCamelliaBlooms #KimSeonHo #HometownChaChaCha #GongHyoJin #ShinMinA #ByeonWooSeok #KimHyeYoon #LovelyRunner #KangTaeOh #ExtraordinaryAttorneyWoo #ParkEunBin #LeeJunHyuk #LoveScout #HanJiMin #WhenLifeGivesYouTangerines #ParkBoGum #IU

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BTS ’s Jungkook surprised ARMY the moment he arrived at Gimpo International Airport, heading to promote the '2022 World Cup' In Qatar! Let's take a look at what happened! On the morning of October 24th, Jungkook was spotted at the airport in Incheon leaving for Qatar. It didn't take long for Jungkook to announce to everyone that his eyesight was getting worse since he started wearing glasses everywhere, but he looked dashing in them! Sporting his casual charms, Jungkook greeted reporters and headed to his flight. Did you notice how Jungkook kept bowing from the moment he left the car utill he entered inside, showing so much respect to everyone. ● Check out the videos from the airport below: ARMYs were shocked to see Jungkook, too, was traveling. However, the maknae, is not going to join Jin. We wish him a safe journey, arrive safely and have a good time!

Is having a globally known K-pop idol as a best friend one of your dreams? might be a long shot, but if you're lucky, your best friend might become one of the biggest-selling K-pop BTS is one of the most popular and influential K-pop groups globally, with a massive fan base and connections Is your best friend on their way of becoming a K-pop star? Comment below!

The 2025 census could redefine how love, identity, and equality are recorded in Korean society. What may seem like "ordinary news" in the West, we break down why it is groundbreaking in South Korea. Image: South Korean Same Sex couple - Photo: Netshark Why is this news groundbreaking? For the first time in the history of Korea, the government has announced that although same sex couples and marriage are not legally recognized, they are willing to take a progressive step forward by recognizing same sex households and couples in the upcoming national census for the first time! This change is a victory for LGBTQ+ advocates, as it finally provides official statistical recognition for same-sex relationships. Visibility in National Data Previously, the digital census system would automatically flag and reject "spouse" entries for same-gender couples as an error, forcing them to select "other cohabitants". This update removes that discriminatory barrier, allowing for a more accurate reflection of diverse family structures in national data, which in part is thanks to the younger Korean generation . The government has announced that the collection of this data is crucial, as it can be used by policymakers to better understand and address the needs of the LGBTQ+ community. Activists have hailed this as the first instance where the existence of queer citizens is properly recorded in official statistics in the near future. A Step Towards Equality While the census inclusion is a monumental step, it does not grant same-sex couples legal status, as same-sex marriage remains illegal in South Korea. However, this progress builds on recent judicial rulings, such as a 2024 court decision that recognized the right of same-sex partners to receive spousal benefits under the national health insurance. The LGBTQ+ Community speaks out The LGBTQ+ Community have spoken out about the governments 'quiet' approach around the new legislation for the upcoming census. Some members of the LGBTQ+ community have praised the new legislation and view it as a step forward, however a large majority have said that the government are avoiding publicizing the new option too much, and that limited public awareness could lead to lower participation among same sex couples. Our Thoughts The Dojeon team believes that this progressive behavior by the younger generation is mainly because they have had the chance to live, work, and travel overseas, unlike their parents or grandparents. Social media and Boy Love dramas have also played a part in this new legislation, as the younger generation is more exposed to same sex couples in their daily lives. Not only this, but social media has given people a platform to voice their opinions, and this is something which governments often oppose and suppress, though it does sound like the Korean government is willing to listen to what its citizens are voicing online. We also believe that most LGBTQ+ members will not participate openly in the census as a same sex couple, primarily because of the views that the Korean society holds. Just because the option has been included in the census, it does not automatically give any rights to the LGBTQ+ community, and we believe that many members of the community will worry about the repercussions of stating their sexual preference openly. Is Korea opening up as a more progressive Asian society? We would love to hear your thoughts on this progressive topic in the comments below! #SouthKoreaEquality #SameSexRecognition #LGBTQRightsAsia #Census2025 #LoveIsLove #HistoricChange