Save Me (Drama - 2017)

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  Ok Taecyeon
  옥택연
  As
  Han Sang-hwan
  (한상환)
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  Seo Ye-ji
  서예지
  As
  Im Sang-mi
  (임상미)
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  Jo Sung-ha
  조성하
  As
  Baek Jeong-gi
  (백정기)
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  Woo Do-hwan
  우도환
  As
  Seok Dong-cheol
  (석동철)
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  Lee David
  이다윗
  As
  Woo Jeong-hoon
  (우정훈)
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  Ha Hoe-jung
  하회정
  As
  Choi Man-hee
  (최만희)

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  [Photos] New Script Reading Stills Added for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Save Me 2"
  2019/03/21, Source
  New script reading stills added for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me 2",...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Jo Jae-yoon Becomes a Police Chief for "Save Me 2"
  2019/03/20
  Jo Jae-yoon is back shortly after "SKY Castle", and he brings his recent reality show experience with him. We finally have some basic information on his character for "Save Me 2", which will be a different role to his Jo Wan-tae from the first season, "Save Me",...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Um Tae-goo, Chun Ho-jin, Esom, and Kim Young-min Join "Save Me 2"
  2019/03/12
  OCN's "Save Me 2" keeps the faith alive, as the Dramagods have brought the previously teased main cast together, and more. Um Tae-goo, Chun Ho-jin and Esom have confirmed their roles, and they are also joined by Kim Young-min in a very interesting character. The news also comes with some changes in previously released character descriptions,...More

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  Baek Soo-jang to Star in "Save Me 2" With Esom and Um Tae-goo
  2019/03/10, Source
  Actor Baek Soo-jang is starring in the new OCN drama "Save Me 2". "Save Me 2" is a story about people in turmoil due to pseudo religious cults,...More

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  BTS Have 9th Video Pass 300 Million Views on YouTube
  2019/02/25, Source
  Another music video by BTS, garnered 300 million views on YouTube last week,...More

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  Im Ha-ryong Joins Second Season of "Save Me 2"
  2019/02/24, Source
  Comedian and actor Im Ha-ryong is starring in "Save Me 2". According to several sources, OCN drama "Save Me 2" cast Im Ha-ryong for a part in the drama about a town of people falling prety to pseudo religion. Im Ha-ryong plays the town chief,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Esom, Um Tae-goo and Chun Ho-jin Offered Main Roles in OCN's "Save Me 2"
  2019/02/12
  In the words of "Save Me" antagonist Kang Eun-sil (Park Ji-young), "Our wishes will be fulfilled. I believe it". OCN's upcoming sequel/spin-off of the drama, "Save Me 2", is eying Esom, Um Tae-goo and Chun Ho-jin for the roles of its new leads, and all three actors are currently reviewing their offers,...More

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  [New Drama] "Save Me 2"
  2019/02/02, Source
  Added the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me 2"'s page to HanCinema database,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] OCN Announces Story-Focused 2019 Drama Lineup
  2019/02/01
  OCN has been busy with its upcoming drama lineup, and we get a sneak peek at the results we are about to experience within this year. The channel mentions works we already know about, with one changing its title and premise, but we also have a new drama addition,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Choi Jin-ho Joins "The Item" as Villainous Assistant Prosecutor
  2018/12/06
  You know someone fits a type when you don't even need to read the title to know what his character's moral alignment will be, and Choi Jin-ho sure fits the type he will be playing once more. Following his latest appearance on "Mr. Sunshine", the actor joins Joo Ji-hoon and Kim Kang-woo in upcoming drama "The Item" as a villain,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] "The Fiery Priest" Confirms Leads, Casts Go Joon as Villain
  2018/10/29
  "The Fiery Priest" will be gracing our screens with the previously reported cast of main characters, as actors Kim Nam-gil, Kim Sung-kyun and Lee Honey have accepted their offered roles as our angry priest, his detective partner, and our mystery prosecutor. Adding on to the cast is Go Joon, who will transform into a villain,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Fantasy Blockbuster "The Item" Holds Script Reading
  2018/10/22
  Upcoming fantasy blockbuster "The Item" has released stills of its script reading, and we have more character information along with new names. "The Item", which is based on a webtoon of the same name, is about two men and women with tangled fates, who dig into the conspiracies and secrets around ordinary objects with special powers,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] OCN's "Priest" Releases First Stills of Yeon Woo-jin and Jung Yoo-mi
  2018/10/09
  Science and religion clash in OCN's upcoming medical exorcism drama, "Priest", and so do their representatives. Yeon Woo-jin's priest and Jung Yoo-mi's doctor will have a lot to process as their worlds come together in a Catholic hospital about to witness a spike in creepy patients. The drama has released its first stills of the two leads,...More

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  [Korean Drama Spoiler] 'Ping Pong Ball' Episode 2 Screenshots Added
  2018/09/26, Source
  Added episode 2 screenshots for the Korean drama "Ping Pong Ball",...More

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  [Korean Drama Spoiler] 'Ping Pong Ball' Episode 1 Screenshots Added
  2018/09/19, Source
  Added episode 1 screenshots for the Korean drama "Ping Pong Ball",...More

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  Korean Drama Starting Today 2018/09/17 in Korea
  2018/09/17, Source
  Korean drama starting today 2018/09/17 in Korea "Ping Pong Ball",...More

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  [Photo] Poster Released for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Ping Pong Ball"
  2018/09/13, Source
  Poster released for the upcoming Korean drama "Ping Pong Ball",...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Joo Ji-hoon and Jin Se-yeon Confirm "The Item", Possibly Joined by Kim Kang-woo
  2018/09/10
  Joo Ji-hoon is finally making his return to Korean drama through "The Item", the upcoming story about items with special powers, and he is joined by Jin Se-yeon. While there are no widespread confirmations yet, an exclusive piece states that actor Kim Kang-woo is also up for a leading role. Will this be the main trio of "The Item",...More

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  [Video] Teaser Released for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Ping Pong Ball"
  2018/09/04, Source
  Teaser released for the upcoming Korean drama "Ping Pong Ball",...More

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  Woo Do-hwan Considering "Cruel Kindness"
  2018/08/23, Source
  Woo Do-hwan is considering a role in the latest movie "Cruel Kindness", a prequel to Jung Woo-sung's 2014 movie, "The Divine Move". He was offered a mysterious role that is key in the movie,...More

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  [New Drama] An Unlikely Friendship Forms in New Drama, "Ping Pong Ball"
  2018/08/18, Source
  Added the upcoming Korean drama "Ping Pong Ball"'s page to HanCinema database,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Yoo Jae-myung and Ji Soo Bond Over Love Woes in Upcoming Drama "Ping Pong Ball"
  2018/08/16
  If you don't have enough Yoo Jae-myung in your "Life" these days (yes, I just did that), then get ready for some more of him in jTBC's upcoming two-part project "Ping Pong Ball", where he reunites with Ji Soo in a world-weary bromance of kindred souls. The series has made its peek-a-boo with script reading stills,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Joo Ji-hoon Courted for "Save Me" Writer's Fantasy Mystery, "The Item"
  2018/08/08
  'HanCinema Writer Loses Composure Over Exciting Project' would have been my second title for this piece, as the news that writer Jeong I-do-I of "Save Me" has a new supernatural series coming out could only be topped by some promising casting plans that include someone like Joo Ji-hoon,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] OCN's "Priest" Changes PD, Continues Casting Efforts
  2018/07/19
  This is a bummer as far as my personal excitement goes, as PD Kim Seong-soo ("Save Me", "Genome Hazard") will not be helming upcoming medical exorcism drama "Priest". While a new PD has been found, the series is still in the casting process, and the names to have received offers so far give us a general idea of the production's goals,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Rookie Actor Yoon Jong-suk Joins OCN's "The Guest - Drama"
  2018/06/12
  Talk about straight-to-the-point news, because the casting of rookie actor Yoon Jong-suk in OCN's upcoming exorcism-themed drama "The Guest - Drama" is definitely not liberal with its information. All we know is that the actor is on board, joining co-stars Kim Jae-wook, Kim Dong-wook, Jung Eun-chae and Park Ho-san,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Lee Je-hoon Courted for Medical Exorcism Drama "Priest"
  2018/05/30
  OCN continues on its streak of religious-themed works, and if "The Guest - Drama" is not enough to quench your thirst for them, "Save Me" PD Kim Seong-soo has something a little different for you. Courted for the drama's leading role is Lee Je-hoon, who is currently reviewing the offer,...More

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  Kang Kyung-hun Steals Hearts in "Burning Youth"
  2018/05/08, Source
  Actress Kang Kyung-hun appeared in the SBS TV show "Burning Youth". Goo Bon-seung, Kim Boo-yong and Kim Kwang-kyu starred in awe at her beauty. She looked shy as it was her first appearance on entertainment TV, but she got along with the others,...More

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  "The Great Seducer" Woo Do-hwan and Moon Ga-young Deny Dating Rumors
  2018/05/01, Source
  Woo Do-hwan and Moon Ga-young's agencies quickly responded that the two are not in a relationship. Earlier today, several sources claim they are now an item and the rumors about Woo Do-hwan and Red Velvet's Joy (Park Soo-young) aren't true,...More

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  54th Baeksang Arts Awards 2018 : Most Popular Actor Nominees List
  2018/04/16, Source
  The 54th Baeksang Arts Awards 2018 ceremony will be held on May, 3 2017, here are the nominees for most popular actor,...More

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  54th Baeksang Arts Awards 2018 - Dramas : Nominees List
  2018/04/16, Source
  The 54th Baeksang Arts Awards 2018 ceremony will be held on May, 3 2017, here are the nominees for dramas,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] "Lawless Lawyer" Ups the Tension in New Stills and First Teaser
  2018/04/09
  There does not seem to be a dull day in the lives of the feisty lawyers in "Lawless Lawyer", as the leads seem to get into quite a suspenseful and emotionally charge situation in these latest stills. The hero and heroine get some skinship going, but it's definitely not the happy fun times kind,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] "Mistress" Releases Posters Teasing Mystery Thriller Spin
  2018/04/06
  Despite my alarms over this drama blaring, a woman-centric OCN show is something I need at least one good look at, and the character posters released for "Mistress" are simply too intriguing to pass. A series about relationship intrigue might feel like an unusual choice for the channel, but there is a twist,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Seo Ye-ji Smacks the Law into People in New Stills for "Lawless Lawyer"
  2018/04/04
  After Lee Joon-gi's thug-tastic fighting images, Seo Ye-ji takes the battle, and the smacks, to court in these latest stills for "Lawless Lawyer". The actress shows a new image of herself this time around, which she has also commented on. It looks like this feisty duo have more in common than we thought,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Park Ji-young Tackles Yanbian Region Dialect in "Wok of Love"
  2018/03/28
  Great news for fans of Park Ji-young, as the actress makes her return to the side of writer Seo Sook-hyang after "Incarnation of Jealousy". She will be playing the chef who dominates the kitchen of the Chinese restaurant, which is the main setting of the drama "Wok of Love",...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Tough Living and Hard Conning
  2018/03/17
  We have some variety in tone for upcoming dramas, as this next week is all about bonds and suffering. "Let's Watch the Sunset" and "My Mister" are about to premiere, so get those tissues and your emotions ready. Changing things up is "Switch - Change The World", which will bring us law vs. lawless shenanigans in two weeks' time. After this week, we can probably use some lighter fun,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me"
  2018/03/17
  In a rare, yet beautiful moment of inspiration to tackle a different type of criminal activity, OCN brings us "Save Me"; a drama about a terrible cult meeting its match in a woman whose sheer strength and resilience will set her free. Taking a breaking from the procedural, "Save Me" portrays the slow and silent crime of this cult's manipulation, and the human decency it takes to brings that crime to light,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Lee Joon-gi and Seo Ye-ji Confirm "Lawless Lawyer"
  2018/02/27
  Some good news for Lee Joon-gi and Seo Ye-ji fans today! The actors have confirmed their roles in upcoming revenge drama, "Lawless Lawyer". As previously reported, the series is about a lawyer who prefers using his fists, rather than the law, to seek revenge from the corrupt powerful. After witnessing his mother's cruel death as a child, revenge becomes his sole motivator,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Deadly Cults and Cryptic Visions in Trailer for "Children of a Lesser God"
  2018/02/16
  OCN is really enjoying its brush with cults ever since "Save Me", and before PD Kim Seong-soo's next piece on the darker side of religion comes out, "Children of a Lesser God" will be filling that space. The show's latest short promotional piece provides a look into a case in the present poking at deep wounds of the past,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] The Burdens of Power
  2018/02/10
  From kings to guardians, today is all about the struggles of work in an official capacity, though through slightly different lenses. "Grand Prince" starring Yoon Si-yoon, Jin Se-yeon and Joo Sang-wook has revealed its first videos and photos, while in modern times we have goodies from Noh Hee-kyeong's latest, slice-of-police-life drama "Live". As usual, more drama news follows,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] "Save Me" PD Kim Seong-soo Preparing Medical-Exorcism Drama for OCN
  2018/02/09
  Despite there being next to nothing in terms of information, this announcement was dropped by a handful of news portals today, and it's a highly exciting one. A representative from cable channel OCN has stated that PD Kim Seong-soo ("Save Me", "Genome Hazard") is preparing a new drama,...More

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  Rookie Yoon Jong-suk to Star in "Pretty Sister Who Buys Me Food"
  2018/01/30, Source
  Yoon Jong-suk is on director Ahn Pan-seok's boat. According to his agency,, he's starring in the new Friday and Saturday drama "Pretty Sister Who Buys Me Food" as Seo Joon-hee's (Jung Hae-in) university friend, Kim Seung-chul,...More

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  Seo Ye-ji Takes Over as the Face of Olivia Lauren
  2018/01/11, Source
  Women's brand Olivia Lauren chose Seo Ye-ji as its new face. Olivia Lauren presents a younger and sensitive image through Seo Ye-ji. The luxurious, feminine sensibility pursued by the brand is expected to show fresh appeal by pairing it with the innocent and alluring image of Seo Ye-ji,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Drama of 2017 - And the Winner Is...
  2018/01/10
  Competition was fierce this year for the top 16 dramas of the year. You, HanCinema readers, voted and let your voices be heard. Which drama did you pick for Best Drama of 2017?,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Actress in a Drama of 2017 - And the Winner Is...
  2018/01/10
  From lawyers to detectives to queens, the actresses of 2017 have taken them all on. You have chosen your favorite actress of the year and now it's time to see which lucky lady won your hearts,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Actor in a Drama of 2017 - And the Winner Is...
  2018/01/09
  2017 saw fantastic actors land interesting, challenging, and engaging roles. We've fallen in love with so many of their performances. You voted to let us know who you think is the best actor of 2017,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Scene Stealer in a Drama of 2017 - And the Winner Is...
  2018/01/05
  Each drama has that actor or actress who, despite not being top billed, manages to steal the scene with their powerful acting. You cast your vote for your favorite scene stealer, and now it's time to see who won,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Jang Yoo-sang Cast in "Mystery Queen Season 2"
  2018/01/04
  We have more new faces for "Mystery Queen Season 2" and this one is very fresh in my memory and one I look forward to. Jang Yoo-sang has been cast in the drama as Kim I-kyung. Despite not standing out or being very sociable, I-kyung is actually a genius. Yes, it's that word again. At least he's not also a chaebol heir. I think and hope,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] HanCinema's Top Drama Picks of 2017 - And the Winner Is...
  2018/01/03
  Between all of the fun variations of fantasy dramas, the court dramas, the beautiful love lines, and the exciting villains, the 2017 drama offering was rich, which made choosing our favorites here at HanCinema was not easy. But we presented you with our favorite six dramas of the year and you voted for your favorites of our favorites,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Drama Villain of 2017 - And the Winner Is...
  2018/01/03
  You have cast your vote and made your favorite K-drama villain of 2017 known. This person has earned your love through the creation of an excellent on-screen villain,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Up-and-Coming Actor of 2017 - And the Winner Is...
  2018/01/02
  There is bright new talent on the horizons of dramaland and you have voted for your favorites of 2017. Today we who you chose as the best up-and-coming actor,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Drama OST of 2017 - And the Winner Is...
  2017/12/31
  The music sets the tone, rouses the spirits, quickens the blood, and can trigger memory for years to come. It is now time to reveal what you picked as the Best Drama OST of 2017,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] "Children of a Lesser God" Releases Juicy Character Information
  2017/12/28
  "Children of a Lesser God" is starting to take shape and we have some goodies since the last time I talked about it. I mentioned Kang Ji-hwan's genius detective before, but it looks like his love for bragging and patronizingly explaining things to others earns him everyone's scorn. There is not a lot of new information on Kim Ok-bin's Kim Dan, but her ability to "see things" is a nice enough hook,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Drama - Cast Your Vote!
  2017/12/27
  As we near the end of the HanCinema Awards, it's time to introduce the category of "Best Drama". Starting today, December 27th, you have until January 10th to vote for your favorite of the year's top sixteen dramas. From fantasy to time travel to thriller to court room, 2017 has delivered and now it's time to hear what you thought of the year's offerings. Results will be released for each category starting December 30th. And now, let's take a look at the nominees for "Best Drama of 2017,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Actor in a Drama - Cast Your Vote!
  2017/12/26
  The leading man in a drama is the left hand to a leading actress' right in dramaland. He infuses a drama with charisma, energy, sensitivity, and a deep understanding of character and plot. The year of 2017 has seen many leading man who embody these qualities, but now its time for you to choose your favorites from December 26th to January 9th,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Actress in a Drama - Cast Your Vote!
  2017/12/25
  Leading ladies are the heart of K-dramas. A strong actress can carry a drama from beginning to end and 2017 had more than its fair share of talented women, making it a rich year for the leading ladies. Vote for your favorite leading lady from December 25th to January 8th! Results for all categories will be released beginning on December 30th,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Drama - Scene Stealers of 2017 - Cast Your Vote!
  2017/12/21
  This year has been hot with amazing dramas. Strong leads and strong stories guide them. And every once and a while, a drama has something extra special: a scene stealer. A person who is so exceptional on screen that one can't help but be riveted by his or her performance. The year of 2017 has seen quite a few of these amazing actors so without further ado, let's check out the captivating nominees,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Up-and-Coming Drama Actors of 2017 - Cast Your Vote!
  2017/12/20
  Each year we see fresh new talent and young one's rise the depths of the unknown into stardom. These young ones have tackled some amazing roles in 2017 and we can't wait to see more from these rising talents,...More

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  [Interview] Woo Do-hwan Prefers Characters with Stories to Tell
  2017/12/20, Source
  Woo Do-hwan made strong impression on audiences with characters with scars from the past. Seok Dong-cheol from the OCN drama "Save Me" was a victim of school violence and lost his friends and his life. Kim Min-joon wass an orphan who lost his parents in a car crash and his brother in a plane crash,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] HanCinema's Top Drama Picks of 2017 - Cast Your Vote!
  2017/12/19
  It's been a great year for dramas and we at HanCinema have gotten to enjoy many of them. We watch, review, analyze, follow news, read your reactions, and enjoy the fruits of dramaland. During all the time we spend in dramaland, a few 2017 dramas have spoken to each of us personally. William, our resident film and drama critic; Orion, our drama reviewer, news hoarder, and daily rambler; and me, Lisa, your friendly managing editor, have all gathered to share our favorite dramas of the year. Let's check out which dramas we each picked as our top two and then we'd love to hear about yours,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Drama Villain of 2017 - Cast Your Vote! + Poster Giveaway
  2017/12/17
  An excellent drama villain is just as important as a winning hero or heroine. He or she helps to shape the life of a drama, reaching out and ensnaring hearts with inspired hatred, pity, and confusion. The year of 2017 saw some wonderful villains, deadly and manipulative, pitiable and terrifying, and it saw even great actors, young and old, who played them convincingly. Vote for your favorite villain from December 17 to December 31! Results for all categories will be revealed beginning December 30. Don't forget to enter to win a "Splash Splash Love" poster at the bottom of this post,...More

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  [HanCinema Awards] Best Drama OST of 2017 - Cast Your Vote!
  2017/12/16
  Music has the power to make you recall your favorite kiss, emotional beat, character, or scene, even if you only hear a few notes of the song. That's the reason why K-drama OSTs are so important. When certain music plays, you know something is going to happen. In honor of the power of the drama OST, we bring you this newest category. You can vote for your favorites from December 16 to December 30! Results for all categories will be revealed beginning December 30,...More

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  "Mad Dog" Woo Do-hwan's Successful KBS Debut
  2017/11/30, Source
  "Mad Dog" left behind an actor named Woo Do-hwan who had a successful KBS debut. The KBS 2TV drama "Mad Dog" ended with Yoo Ji-tae as Choi Kang-woo and Woo Do-hwan as Kim Min-joon putting Choi Won-yeong as Joo Hyeon-gi and Hong Soo-hyun as Cha Hong-joo to justice. Kang-woo and Min-joon both lost their families in a plane crash, but by solving the secrets behind the accident, they became close like family,...More

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  OCN characters to star in brand new web-toon
  2017/11/12, Source
  Characters from OCN dramas are being featured in a web-toon entitled "Original Sin". The cast the web-toon "Original Sin" are Woo Je-moon (Park Joong-hoon) from "Bad Guys : Vile City", Baek Seong-il (Ma Dong-seok) from "Squad 38", Moo Jin-hyeok (Jang Hyuk) and Kang Kwon-joo (Lee Ha-na) from "Voice", Baek Jeong-gi (Jo Sung-ha) from "Save Me", Black (Song Seung-heon) and Kang Ha-ram (Go Ara) from "Black",...More

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  Handsome Woo Do-hwan at 2018 S/S Hera Seoul Fashion Week
  2017/10/17, Source
  The 2018 S/S Hera Seoul Fashion Week was held in DDP, Seoul on the 17th. Popular "Mad Dog" and "Save Me" actor Woo Do-hwan was seen at the SCB Collection,...More

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  Seo Ye-ji looking like fall
  2017/10/11, Source
  Seo Ye-ji posted a picture on her Instagram on the 11th saying, "Out after a long while,...More

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  Woo Do-hwan's overwhelming presence
  2017/10/09, Source
  Actor Woo Do-hwan is a hot commodity,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Preview] "Black"
  2017/10/07
  Most human beings do not find the idea of death all that attractive, but if Korean drama is good at something, that would be persistent romanticizing of anything and everything. "Black" may be another handsome Reaper, but do not let that fool you. The series looks like a potentially solid mystery ride. Premise A detective possessed by a Reaper (Song Seung-heon) and a woman who can predict death (Go Ara) in the form of shadows team up and try to save lives through their unique skills. The two fight against the rules of life and death as well as the consequences of their actions,...More

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  [Photos] Flood of exciting stills released for next week's "Mad Dog" premiere
  2017/10/06, Source
  "Mad Dog" has dropped character stills and behind-the-scenes stills for our viewing pleasure. I love seeing Woo Do-hwan and Jo Jae-yoon together so soon after "Save Me". The two were magnetic there. Each of the characters looks quite intense, like the drama's premise. Bring it on. I'm ready for October 11,...More

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  [Video] "Mad Dog" heats up with action-packed teaser
  2017/10/04, Source
  Well, if I wasn't convinced before that Yoo Ji-tae and Woo Do-hwan were a magic pair for KBS's new drama "Mad Dog", this trailer sealed the deal. Talaented newbie Woo Do-hwan proved in just a few minutes that his performance in "Save Me" was no fluke. He takes after his sunbae (senior), Yoo Ji-tae, in his ability to capture intense moments and turn them back on the audience with a sharp glance or smirk,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Revenge, Regrets and Love Rekindled
  2017/09/30
  The streak of thrilling drama news continues this week as I have promotional material for every taste and need. Revenge is a dish best served with tea and "Avengers' Social Club" has dropped quite impressive vengeful goodness. We get a better look at the surprisingly dark "Mad Dog" and I also introduce you to "Go Back Couple" and "Witch's Court". I wish I could just watch all of them,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 16 Final
  2017/09/26
  The Boat to Salvation is a slippery devil and the time has come for a solid shake on its not-so-divine structure. All of our characters choose their alliances and enact their final wishes as our heroine marches to her salvation and our heroes steel themselves to help end this once and for all. There are no ideal endings in this world, but perhaps small victories are enough,...More

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  [Spoiler] Added final episodes 15 and 16 captures for the Korean drama 'Save Me'
  2017/09/26, Source
  Added final episodes 15 and 16 captures for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 15
  2017/09/24
  There are not enough middle fingers in the world to express how I feel about Guseonwon and this marks a job well done by "Save Me". Every open end comes together and clashes into a smörgåsbord of final week thrills as things finally veer out of control for heroes and villains alike. Death, disillusionment, camaraderie and hope form the final battle for our heroes' future,...More

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  "Save Me" Jo Jae-yoon, "Thanks for loving the bad guy"
  2017/09/24, Source
  Jo Jae-yoon starred in the OCN drama "Save Me", which ended today. "I can't believe it's over", he said. "I did my best, but I don't think I did well enough. I won't be able to forget it and I thank everyone who made this possible,...More

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  "Save Me" Seo Ye-ji and Woo Do-hwan
  2017/09/24, Source
  Seo Ye-ji posted a picture she took with Woo Do-hwan on her instagram,...More

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  [Spoiler] "Save Me" Good triumphs over evil
  2017/09/24, Source
  On the final episode of the OCN drama "Save Me", Baek Jeong-gi (Jo Sung-ha) and Guseonwon met their end,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Do Fear the Reaper
  2017/09/23
  Even I cannot keep up with the torrential flow of drama news this week, but I have plenty to share and some of it is very exciting. Two dramas are premiering in the upcoming week and I take one last look at their pre-release goodies before wishing them and their viewers good luck and a good time. I also share the first glimpse into "Mad Dog" and thrilling new information about "Black". Join me for love, crime and smoke monsters,...More

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  Seo Ye-ji Takes a Step Further as Actress with Cult Drama
  2017/09/20, Source
  Actress Seo Ye-ji is receiving rave reviews for her performance in her latest TV series, "Save Me". She plays a strong-willed young woman who struggles to free herself and her family from the clutches of a religious cult,...More

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  [Video] Yoo Ji-tae and Woo Do-hwan sizzle in first "Mad Dog" teaser
  2017/09/19, Source
  Yoo Ji-tae's tell-tale on screen intensity is palpable in this first teaser for "Mad Dog". New hotshot Woo Do-hwan, currently on the rise for his stellar performance in "Save Me", mirrors Yoo Ji-tae's intensity, which is not surprising. His Dong-chul on "Save Me" always buzzes with energy and life. These two together are going to be so much fun,...More

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  [Spoiler] Added episodes 13 and 14 captures for the Korean drama 'Save Me'
  2017/09/19, Source
  Added episodes 13 and 14 captures for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 14
  2017/09/17
  It is a time of disillusionment for our heroes and villains alike and we know how the latter deal with it. While our infernal apostles fight for power, their instincts and observational skills are sadly impeccable. So-rin and Dong-cheol are in grave danger while Sang-mi does her best to keep up the act through thick and thin. Our saviors on the outside are ready to strike, but they are alone,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 13
  2017/09/17
  The closer Sang-mi and her saviors get to the truth and to a semblance of victory the more alert out villains become and this creates some situations which may soon end lives. Sang-hwan finally gets somewhere with his pleas for some official support and Guseonwon's sordid past starts surfacing once more. There are things "Save Me" has not delivered, but ample suspense is not one of them,...More

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  Woo Do-hwan from "Save Me"
  2017/09/17, Source
  Woo Do-hwan posted a picture of himself on Instargram with a captain that reads, "Watch out for the rain,...More

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  [Spoiler] "Save Me" Jo Jae-yoon tells Park Ji-young, "You just eat money"
  2017/09/17, Source
  On the latest episode of the OCN drama "Save Me", Jo Wan-tae (Jo Jae-yoon) threatened Kang Eun-sil (Park Ji-young),...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Vengeance and Deadly Premonitions
  2017/09/16
  After last week's round up of news for romantic series, I need a little something to balance things off. Today I bring you revenge and death, although sadly not combined. "Avengers' Social Club" drops some great teasers hinting at family drama. "While You Were Sleeping - 2017" and "Black" may share the element of predicting death, but the clear differences in focused genre cover different tastes. All in all, we have a promising upcoming drama season,...More

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  [Spoiler] Added episodes 11 and 12 captures for the Korean drama 'Save Me'
  2017/09/12, Source
  Added episodes 11 and 12 captures for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 12
  2017/09/11
  The efforts of our heroine, heroes and their allies are starting to bear fruit as they inch closer to Guseonwon's shady operations and more people are starting to hear about the cult. Detective Lee stumbles upon some very suspicious connections during a case, but will he take the matter seriously this time? A personal disappointment aside, I am ready for the final stretch,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 11
  2017/09/10
  The more hopeful things get for our heroine the more twisted they get within Guseonwon. "Father" Baek's true nature and perhaps intentions are revealed along with some hidden, disturbing locations in the premises. Baek is not the only one with secrets, however. A certain Guseonwon birdie has a secret of their own. As Baek's grip tightens, our heroes need all the help they can get,...More

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  "Save Me" Jo Sung-ha tries to harass Seo Ye-ji
  2017/09/10, Source
  On the latest episode of the OCN drama "Save Me", the ugly truth of the Guseonwon starts to reveal its ugly head,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Nostalgia and Penny Pinching
  2017/09/09
  Today I am feeling romantic in the traditional and contemporary sense, so I bring you a little journey to the past through new goodies on "Girls' Generation 1979". Nostalgia is sweet, but I also have goodies from three different upcoming romantic series, for those more into the lovey-dovey relationship type of sweetness. There are some exciting new promos from other dramas as well, so take a look at what I have gathered,...More

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  [Spoiler] Added episodes 9 and 10 captures for the Korean drama 'Save Me'
  2017/09/05, Source
  Added episodes 9 and 10 captures for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  Ok Taecyeon Starts Military Service, Fulfilling Long-Held Wish
  2017/09/05, Source
  Ok Taecyeon of K-pop boy band 2PM enlisted in the Army and began his mandatory military service on Monday,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 10
  2017/09/04
  As Guseonwon's grip on everyone tightens, allied forces are starting to make their move. Dong-cheol takes some drastic and dangerous measures while our doubting cult follower gains an important position of power near Sang-mi. Our heroine tries to openly resist one last time, but the moment has come for her to try other methods as the outside world chooses sides,...More

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  Ok Taecyeon heads to the military
  2017/09/04, Source
  2PM singer Ok Taecyeon quietly enlisted for the military. According to JYP Entertainment, Ok Taecyeon left on the 4th around 2 PM KST to the Baekma Base in Goyang. Apparently, he wanted to leave discreetly because he was only going away to do his duty. Ok Taecyeon is the first in 2PM to leave for military service. His most recent drama "Save Me" is currently airing on OCN,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 9
  2017/09/03
  No grand rescue is easy and while physical freedom is not quite here for our heroine, her outside support grants her the strength to claim herself back within her confines. The group once again clash with corruption and the political wheels of Muji are turning, leaving us guessing about the eventual moral alignment of several characters,...More

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  [Spoiler] "Save Me" Will Seo Ye-ji survive Gooseonwon?
  2017/09/03, Source
  Im Sang-mi (Seo Ye-ji) was determined to prevail on the tenth episode of the OCN weekend drama "Save Me",...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Genres and Odd Romances
  2017/09/02
  Stop your pumpkin carving (I know you are out there) and fill your time with more drama news as I take a look at more new things this week. First up is the brand new "Black" by OCN followed by a quick look at the changing landscape of the Korean drama industry. Lastly, I share the usual goodies, but not before I share news of a drama with an interesting premise,...More

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  "Save Me" Woo Do-hwan's smile
  2017/08/30, Source
  Behind-the-scene cuts of Woo Do-hwan are out. He currently stars in the the OCN drama "Save Me" as Seok Dong-cheol,...More

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  Seo Ye-ji's pure beauty
  2017/08/30, Source
  The wrap-up part for the OCN drama "Save Me" took place in a restaurant in Yeoeui-do, Seoul. Seo Ye-ji was there, looking fresh-faced and fabulous,...More

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  [Spoiler] Added episode 8 captures for the Korean drama 'Save Me'
  2017/08/29, Source
  Added episode 8 captures for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  Actress Seo Ye-ji transforms from "Soo Ae look-a-like" to "Thriller Queen"
  2017/08/28, Source
  Recently, "Save Me" is writing a new chapter in the history of the thriller genre,...More

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  Jung Suk-won to come back with "Bad Guys Season 2"
  2017/08/28, Source
  Jung Suk-won is coming back with "Bad Guys Season 2". This is his first drama in 3 years since the MBC "Mister Baek".,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 8
  2017/08/27
  After a long and arduous journey, the time has come for the heroine of "Save Me" to find some hope. Our heroes reunite and rediscover themselves as a group despite the lingering bitterness, but their actions make Father Baek more aggressive. Another part of the story has been brewing in Muji and I wonder when and how it will all connect,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 7
  2017/08/27
  While our heroes figure out how to be heroic, Sang-mi picks herself back up and makes the decision to lead the rescue. The "Spiritual Father's" plans are revealed as more twisted and menacing than previously hinted, while Apostle Kang's past starts crawling back as she feels the pressure. You take the cake for messed up people, Muji,...More

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  [Spoiler] "Save Me" Ok Taecyeon tells Woo Do-hwan, "I'm never running away"
  2017/08/27, Source
  Sang-hwan (Ok Taecyeon) and Dong-cheol (Woo Do-hwan) band together to save Sang-mi (Seo Ye-ji) on the latest episode of the OCN weekend drama "Save Me",...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Truth and Healing
  2017/08/26
  New week, new drama goodies, but also a small change in content. There is so much to cover out there, but spam torture is not how I roll, so today's piece and probably pieces in the foreseeable future will include upcoming drama news I find interesting. My personal take on some of them remains, of course. Today I talk about "Argon", "Hospital Ship" and a different kind of healing dramas,...More

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  Yoo Ji-tae, Yoo Do-hwan and Ryu Hwa-young in KBS "Mad Dog"
  2017/08/24, Source
  Yoo Ji-tae, Woo Do-hwan and Ryu Hwa-young are starring in the new KBS 2TV drama "Mad Dog", a criminal investigation drama based on insurance fraud, which digs into the reality of modern Korean life,...More

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  [Spoiler] Added episodes 5 and 6 captures for the Korean drama 'Save Me'
  2017/08/22, Source
  Added episodes 5 and 6 captures for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 6
  2017/08/21
  The world of "Save Me" may be cruel, but our fighters for justice are starting to take form. The appearance of new characters and the continued development of established ones creates suspense over who will be an enemy of our heroes and who an ally. The bigger Guseonwon gets, the more people start wondering about it,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 5
  2017/08/20
  "Save Me" continues to surpass my expectations and subvert tropes at every turn, as Sang-mi's world becomes more hopeless and more absurd with each passing day. The monsters of Guseonwon are starting to show their true faces as our heroine continues to push their limits, but our group of saviors is getting closer to her,...More

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  [Spoiler] "Save Me" Ok Taecyeon sneaks into Seo Ye-ji's house
  2017/08/20, Source
  "Save Me" Ok Taecyeon, Lee David and Ha Hoe-jung set out to save Seo Ye-ji. On the latest episode of the OCN drama "Save Me", Sang-han (Ok Taecyeon) couldn't help but think about the signal and decided to save Sang-mi,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] New Season Adventures
  2017/08/19
  Our collective HanCinema eyes may be on KCON this weekend, but there is plenty of news to share from the source of this beloved Hallyu. This week I give you goodies from the dramas which will mark the upcoming change in seasons. I also briefly talk about the casting changes of "Age of Youth 2" and share new promotional material from it as well. Additionally, I bring you casting news and a video from two short youth dramas along with other news,...More

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  Woo Do-hwan to star in "Mad Dog"
  2017/08/17, Source
  Woo Do-han is in his first leading role in KBS 2TV's "Mad Dog". He is taking on the role of Kim Min-joon, also known as Doctor Kim. He is a German adoptee who was a former fraud. He is many things: a young man with good looks who looks handsome in a suit suit; he is confident and carefree while he laughs like a man; and he's smart and sensual,...More

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  [Spoiler] Added episodes 3 and 4 captures for the Korean drama 'Save Me'
  2017/08/15, Source
  Added episodes 3 and 4 captures for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [Photos] Sharp new still added for the Korean drama "Save Me"
  2017/08/14, Source
  Sharp new still added for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 4
  2017/08/13
  When Sang-mi's family starts to rapidly fall apart, the cult of Guseonwon is right there to push them over the edge. "Save Me" continues to build the tragedy of the victims involved and things are about to reach a breaking point when we reunite with our characters three years later. A stronger, more determined and proactive Sang-mi will see to that,...More

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  [Spoiler] "Save Me" Seo Ye-ji outraged by Jo Jae-yoon's rape video
  2017/08/13, Source
  Seo Ye-ji was outraged by Jo Jae-yoon's rape video and was in a car accident. On the latest episode of the OCN drama "Save Me", Im Sang-mi's (Seo Ye-ji) car flipped over,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Autumn Casting Galore
  2017/08/12
  The summer is ending and it is back to business for everyone. This includes the casting directors of Dramaland, who are having a field day lately. There is so much to share about upcoming drama casting and promotional material, so get ready for a special news-heavy edition this week as I go through all the lovely new things,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 3
  2017/08/12
  "Save Me" once more proves that it does not cower away from difficult subject matter and this means that our characters get no breaks from their plight. Things keep happening which create more victims and more perpetrators and which reveal the true faces of the people involved. I do not know where the time jump will lead us, but it will not be a happy place,...More

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  [Spoiler] Added episodes 1 and 2 captures for the Korean drama 'Save Me'
  2017/08/08, Source
  Added episodes 1 and 2 captures for the Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 2
  2017/08/06
  Heroes are rare and not all of them are powerful or successful. This reality is brought to the forefront through a grim incident in today's episode of "Save Me". Sang-mi's suspicions about the cult keep growing with every forced smile and every crack in the church crew's facade. The twins are under immense pressure and the group who can help them starts to drift apart,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Review] "Save Me" Episode 1
  2017/08/06
  It takes a lot to make someone with my film experience feel uncomfortable and "Save Me" manages it. The premiere episode packs the kind of punch we rarely see in Korean drama. The atmosphere is oppressive, the production quality great and prepare a cold shower for how sullied you will feel after meeting some of these characters. Episode one is all about exposition and preparing us for the present,...More

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  [Spoiler] "Save Me" Seo Ye-ji's brother dies
  2017/08/06, Source
  Im Sang-mi's (Seo Ye-ji) family started to get influenced by the Guseonwon in the OCN weekend drama "Save Me". Im Sang-mi from Seoul and her brother Sang-jin (Jang Yoo-sang) went to school with Han Sang-hwan (Ok Taecyeon), Seok Dong-cheol (Woo Do-hwan), Woo Jeong-hoon (Lee David) and Choi Man-hee (Ha Hoe-jung),...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Magical Streams and Sewers
  2017/08/05
  Being a man out of time is not easy and being a man who can mess with time is even worse. Today I share goodies from "Live Up to Your Name" and "Man-Hole" as the shows are lining up for a release on the 9th and 12th respectively. We also have casting news and other drama goodies, including the first "Argon" stills featuring its two leads,...More

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  Korean drama starting today 2017/08/05 in Korea
  2017/08/05, Source
  Korean drama starting today 2017/08/05 in Korea "Save Me",...More

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  [Photos + Video] Thrilling new posters, video, and stills for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me"
  2017/08/02, Source
  Thrilling new posters and stills for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Haunting Pasts and Juicy Time Slips
  2017/07/29
  Time is cruel and in Dramaland it is also a big troll, which brings us to the theme of today's dramas. "Someone Noticeable" takes a look at someone's past for the sake of someone's future and "Live Up to Your Name" is the latest in line of time travel dramas. I have more news, as usual, including the return of Lee Bo-young in a drama I will be keeping my eye on,...More

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  [HanCinema's Drama Preview] "Save Me"
  2017/07/29
  South Korea was shaken quite badly by last year's political scandal and the absurd nature of its cult element has been widely discussed. It is only a matter of time before Dramaland takes a bigger dive into the dark side of religion after occasionally dipping its toes in it and "Save Me" might take that plunge. Premise Four young men struggling to get by in their challenging lives reunite with an old acquaintance who asks for their help. The woman and her family are being held captive by a religious cult. The four young men band together in order to save her and expose the cult's true face,...More

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  Today's Photo: July 28, 2017 [3]
  2017/07/28, Source
  Seo Ye-ji attends a press junket for her new TV series "Save Me" in Seoul on Thursday,...More

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  Summer breakers this year
  2017/07/24, Source
  OCN drama "Save Me" is about to make the hairs stand on your body. "Save Me" is a drama based on a false religious group in which four men struggle to save their beloved first love. This is the first drama to balance false religion,...More

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  Ok Taecyeon saves Woo Do-hwan in "Save Me"
  2017/07/23, Source
  Actor Ok Taecyeon, Woo Do-hwan, Lee David, Ha Hoe-jung are ready to star in the new OCN thriller "Save Me". The first episode is coming up on the 5th and "Save Me" is a cyber thriller drama in which a group of men struggle to save their first love from a false religious group. The cast are Ok Taecyeon, Woo Do-hwan, Lee David and Ha Hoe-jung and they have to save Seo Ye-ji (Im Sang-mi),...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Man-Holing It Up
  2017/07/22
  Dramaland is back to firing on all cylinders as new dramas are being announced and upcoming ones ramp up their promotional efforts. This week I take a little look at the surprisingly funny "Live Up to Your Name", I share my Ori-feels over "Mystery Queen 2" and also a few thoughts on my upcoming dramas. Here be manholes and hopes for a fun second half of my summer,...More

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  "Save Me" from Son Byung-ho to Kim Kwang-kyu
  2017/07/20, Source
  Actors Son Byung-ho, Kim Kwang-kyu, Yoon Yoo-sun, Jung Hae-kyun, Jang Hyuk-jin and Kang Kyung-hun are starring in the OCN drama "Save Me". The drama begins on the 5th of August and it's a cyber thriller about a bunch of cheesy guys struggling to save their first love who has fallen for a false religious group,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Resurrections and False Prophets
  2017/07/15
  The new drama season is upon us and it brings all manner of goodness. We have romance, crime, mystery and of course the much beloved fantasy thrown into the mix. Today I share goodies from and some thoughts on "School 2017" and "Reunited Worlds". I also present to you my chosen upcoming dramas for episode reviews and share drama news for this week, which includes plenty of casting announcements. We have a busy season ahead,...More

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  [Videos + Photos] Added trailer, teaser, posters and updated cast for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me"
  2017/07/10, Source
  Added trailer, teaser, posters and updated cast for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  [Lily's Take] This Summer, What is Your Choice of Drama to Watch?
  2017/06/23
  Here comes all the new line up for the summer 2017 K-dramas!,...More

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  6 Eye-catching Actors Born in 1992 You Should Be Aware of!
  2017/06/23, Source
  Lately there have been many fresh faces that caught my attention while I watch K-dramas. As if to laugh at my current (overflowing) collection of my favorite actors, Korean showbiz keeps on finding great, handsome actors and pushing them my way. Well, what can I do? I'll always have enough room in my heart and my phone gallery storage for these good looking actors,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Bubble Bursting
  2017/06/17
  "Bride of the Water God 2017" really really wants to sell its main pairing and so the teasers keep piling up. We also have some new information about other characters this week as well as other news, especially a lot of casting and potential casting ones. Check them out in the latter half of this piece,...More

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  [Video] Added 1st teaser and updated cast for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me"
  2017/06/16, Source
  Added 1st teaser and updated cast for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  Updated cast for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me"
  2017/04/10, Source
  Updated cast for the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me",...More

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  Upcoming Korean drama "Save Me"
  2017/03/25, Source
  Added the upcoming Korean drama "Save Me"'s page to HanCinema database,...More