Popular streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+ Hotstar will introduce a slew of new K-dramas featuring much-loved stars like Ahn Hyo Seop, Jeon Yeo Been, Ji Chang Wook and UEE from the second week of September. Here’s a look.
A Time Called You
A remake of the Taiwanese drama Someday or One Day, A Time Called You revolves around a grieving woman who magically travels through time to 1998 to find herself in the body of her teenage self. She comes across her school’s most popular boy who shares an uncanny resemblance with her recently-deceased lover.
Directed by Kim Jin-won and produced by Choi Hyo-bi, the 12-episode series is a unique combination of romance, mystery and fantasy. It stars Ahn Hyo Seop and Jeon Yeo Been in lead roles.
Where to watch: Netflix
Release date: September 8
Arthdal Chronicles Season 2: The Sword of Aramun
The Arthdal Chronicles is set in the mythical land of Arth, where the inhabitants of the age-old metropolis of Arthdal and its neighbouring territories fight for dominance while trying to construct a new civilisation. In the upcoming season, the narrative unfolds eight years after Ta Gon, the son of the Arthdal Union leader, ascended to the throne.
Directed by Kim Won-seok, known for his 2010 drama Sungkyunkwan Scandal, the show stars Song Joong-ki and Kim Ji-won in lead roles. Fans of fantasy, action and drama will find this series to be a thrilling ride.
Where to watch: Netflix
Release date: September 9
Song of the Bandits
Set in the 1920s, Song of the Bandits shows how a group of bandits form a resistance group against Japanese forces that brought suffering to the inhabitants of Gando. It traces how the bandits start waging a war against the foreign occupiers to defend their homeland and family members.
Over the span of nine episodes, the Netflix Original K-drama delves into the lives of bandits and their relentless fight for justice. Directed by Hwang Joon-hyeok, it stars Kim Nam-gil, Seohyun, Yoo Jae-myung and Lee Hyun-wook in lead roles.
Where to watch: Netflix
Release date: September 22
The Worst of Evil
Mixing comedy and action, The Worst of Evil follows covert operative Kang Joon-mo and narcotics officer Yoo Eui-jung as they embark on a mission to apprehend an illicit drug trade network spanning across Korea, China, and Japan during the 1980s. However, the chief of that massive drug network is loath to see his empire getting busted so easily.
The K-drama is helmed by Han Dong-wook, who is known for his movie Man In Love. It stars Ji Chang-wook, Wi Ha-joon, Lim Se-mi in lead roles.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
Release date: September 27
Hyo Shim’s Independent Life
Hyo Shim’s Independent Life depicts a turbulent love story involving a fiercely independent woman and a corporate honcho. Lee Hyo-shim becomes tired of catering to her family's needs and leaves home to live her life as an independent woman. Before long, she crosses paths with Kang Tae-ho, the head of a large conglomerate, and becomes caught up in a passionate love affair.
Directed by Kim Hyung-il, the K-drama stars Korean singer-actress UEE, Ha Joon and Kim Do-yeon in lead roles.
Where to watch: KBS2 & Netflix
Release date: September 16
