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Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
5 popular Korean dramas 'cancelled' by Netflix in 2025: When Life Gives You Tangerine to Lovely Runner
Netflix cancelled several popular K-dramas In 2025, some popular K-dramas including When Life Gives You Tangerines, When the Stars Gossip, and The Potato Lab, were called off marking them as limited series with no Season 2.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When ‘The Stars Gossip' star Gong Hyo Jin posted a video about the show and reflected on challenges and hardships
Actress Gong Hyo Jin recently took to social media to share her opinions and reflect upon her series ' When the Stars Gossip ' amid the backlash it has been receiving. She shared her experiences while working on the show alongside actor Lee Min Ho and talked about the criticism the show received. About 'When The Stars Gossip' A new-age sci-fi show, 'When The Stars Gossip,' followed the story of Gong Ryong, a space tourist and OBGYN played by Lee Min Ho, and Eve Kim, a Korean-American astronaut played by Gong Hyo Jin. It followed both of the characters as they navigated the challenges of operating in space. The series was promoted heavily in the country, and with the star cast, it was predicted that the show would do wonders. The show was also created on a heavy budget of 50 billion KRW (about 36 million USD). The Show's Negative Reception The show, initially expected to be a raging success, received mixed reviews. Netizens often criticized the show for presenting a complicated plot and for giving an unjustified ending to the show. It also struggled with ratings; with every episode airing, the viewership ended up dropping. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo When the Stars Gossip Episode 4 Ratings in Nielsen korea (Nationwide & Seoul) Ep 1 - 3.3% & 3.8% Ep 2 - 3.9% & 3.9% Ep 3 - 2.2% & 2.7% Ep 4 - 2.8%(+0.6%) & 2.8%(+0.1%) #WhenTheStarsGossip #WhenTheStarsGossipEp4 — Nonton Drakor (@Nonton_Kdrama) January 12, 2025 Hyo Jin Talks About the Show and Her Experience The actress talked about the production process of the series and called it one of the most unique experiences she has had while filming. As reported by Kbizoom, visual effects and post-production processes of the show were given a lot of attention. This and other factors ended up extending the time period of the development of the show, spanning over 2 years. Addressing the show's backlash, she shared that 'The story was complicated, not easy for viewers to digest.' She addressed the fact that the show may have been overly complicated and an ambitious project that the audience could not understand fully. The emotional ending sent viewers reeling back. Even the emotional and gut-wrenching finale of the show received mixed reviews. The actress shared that the scene of her character's death was not well received, not even by her own family. She shared that 'My mom cried for three days. She even asked me if it would get better next week. That's when I realized how difficult it was for older viewers to understand.' The filming process and challenges faced The actress shared that every episode was a journey in itself and oftentimes took over two months to film. The entirety of 16 episodes took a whole year just to film, making the process time-consuming and challenging. Hyo Jin also recalled how she and her other co-stars used to be suspended with wires for up to 15 hours a day. Since the show was set in a zero-gravity setting, the cast had to bear with being suspended by wires. While talking about the challenges, the actress also shared that oftentimes she would also have to plead with the production crew to let her sit down and rest, as her body would lose circulation and she would be in a lot of pain. Ambitious projects and trying new genres While discussing the theme of the show, the actress shared that 'People said space is still too early for Korean dramas . And maybe they're right.' She emphasized that while the concept of the show was new and complicated for Korean audiences, it does not take away from the need to try new things and genres. To reassure the audience, she shared that 'We expected this. Don't worry about us. We're grateful the drama even made it to air.'
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gong Hyo Jin opens up about the struggles behind When the Stars Gossip, the disastrous K-drama starring Lee Min Ho
Three months after the conclusion of When the Stars Gossip, Gong Hyo Jin has opened up about the drama's failure and the challenges she faced while shooting it. In a recent YouTube update, Gong Hyo Jin didn't hold back as she shared what it was really like working on the big-budget, space-themed K-drama, also starring Lee Min Ho, that had fans excited before it even aired. Titled 'Something I Really Wanted To Talk About, Though It's Late,' the video dives into the emotional and physical toll the project took on her. When the Stars Gossip had a disappointing run The show, which also starred Lee Min Ho and was backed by a jaw-dropping KRW 50 billion (around USD 35.1 million) budget, promised something groundbreaking, marking Korea's first truly ambitious space K-Drama. But despite the star-studded cast and huge investment, things didn't quite pan out. The series ended up getting roasted by viewers and critics alike, with some even calling it 'the worst K-drama ever.' Ratings didn't do it any favours either. When The Stars Gossip peaked at just 3.883 per cent, with most episodes hovering between 1.5 to 2 per cent, a far cry from what you'd expect from a drama this hyped and this expensive. Gog Hye Jin opens up about shooting for the drama Gong Hyo Jin described the experience as one of the hardest in her career. 'Except for one episode, everything was set in space,' she said. 'Filming those zero-gravity scenes took forever. It took over two months to shoot just one episode. I was strapped to wires for hours on end, sometimes more than 15 hours a day, with half of that spent just hanging in mid-air.' She even admitted she once yelled, 'Please let me down now!' after her limbs went numb from the suspension. 'I honestly don't know how I survived that year,' she added, half-laughing, half-exhausted just remembering it. Post-production took nearly two years to complete The disappointment seems to have stung even more because of the ambition behind it. Gong Hyo Jin explained that some parts of the production required nearly two years of post-production. 'It was all new to me. I kept wondering if pre-production really needed to be that long. The storyline was really complicated too, and I was worried it'd be hard for people to follow.' Turns out, she was right Despite the best intentions, high-end visuals, and a fan-favourite pairing with Lee Min Ho, When the Stars Gossip didn't just fall flat. It crashed and burned. While some viewers tried to appreciate the effort, the consensus was harsh: convoluted plot, awkward pacing, and visuals that couldn't quite save it. Reflecting on it now, Gong Hyo Jin even joked, 'I doubt anyone will dare to make another space show for a while.' About When the Stars Gossip When the Stars Gossip follows the blossoming romance between Eve Kim, a space station commander overseeing a mission to study reproduction in zero gravity using mice, and Gong Ryong, an OB-GYN who infiltrates the station as a tourist to conduct a clandestine human fertility experiment. As they navigate the challenges of space travel, their relationship unfolds against a backdrop of danger and challenges of space travel. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Gulf News
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
Gong Hyo-jin defends When the Stars Gossip from backlash and controversial finale: ‘It wasn't easy to understand'
Actress Gong Hyo-jin recently shared her reflections on When the Stars Gossip, a high-budget K-drama with an estimated production cost of 50 billion KRW (approximately $36 million USD). In a video posted on April 20 to her YouTube channel For Now, Gong Hyo-jin, titled 'It's a bit late, but it's something I've been wanting to talk about,' the actress sat down with her team in a casual setting—chopping onions and chatting—while revisiting her experience filming the ambitious series, which aired on tvN and concluded in February. Despite its star-studded cast and unique setting, the drama only managed to garner modest ratings, peaking in the low 2% range. In the show, Hyo-jin, played Eve Kim, an astronaut who encounters OB-GYN doctor Gong Ryong (played by Lee Min-ho) aboard a zero-gravity space station. Reflecting on the experience, she spoke candidly about the challenges and complexity of the project. 'The entire process of making this drama was completely new to me. It was pre-produced, with some parts going through two years of post-production. The story itself was quite complex—I can imagine it wasn't easy for viewers to fully understand.' Hyo-jin also shed light on the deeper themes behind the storyline, particularly the central question posed by the writers: 'From the beginning, the writer wanted to explore the idea of creating life. The main question was: 'Can people continue their lineage in zero gravity?' I played a character involved in that kind of research.' When the production team raised concerns about whether the concept of space might be too early for Korean dramas, Hyo-jin responded, 'Whenever something new is introduced, it's met with divided opinions. Whether it succeeds in the future depends on the hard work of the people who take the first steps, even if no one acknowledges them at the time.' The show's controversial finale also became a topic of conversation, particularly the emotional moment when Eve Kim dies just a day after giving birth. Gong admitted it was a difficult arc, especially for some audiences: 'Whenever the main character dies in the finale, people have mixed feelings. Even my mom struggled with it. I think it was a bit too heavy for older viewers to fully digest.' She also shared some behind-the-scenes details about the intense and physically draining filming process: 'Except for one episode, the entire series was set in space. Filming the zero-gravity scenes took forever—sometimes over two months just for one episode. I was suspended on wires for 15 hours a day. I remember yelling, 'Please just let me down!' because the blood flow in my body was so poor.' Despite the emotional and physical toll, Gong wrapped up her reflections on a grateful note: 'It's amazing that we filmed for a whole year. By the second month of shooting, I was already worried—'Will this even make it to air?' In the end, we were just thankful that the show actually got released.'
Korea Herald
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
'Study Group' star Han Ji-eun leaves comfort zone to play enigmatic con artist in 'Anna X'
From film and television to the stage, Han Ji-eun is making her presence unmistakable this year. Over the past few months, the actress has tackled roles across a variety of mediums. Starting with the romantic comedy 'Can We Get Married?' in October 2024, Han has since appeared in the action film 'Hitman 2,' portrayed the devoted chaebol heiress Choi Go-eun in the tvN drama series 'When the Stars Gossip' and the passionate teacher Lee Han-kyung in 'Study Group.' On top of that, the 37-year-old actor is pushing her boundaries further by stepping onto the stage as enigmatic con artist Anna in 'Anna X,' currently running at the LG Arts Center in Seoul until Sunday. The play, based on the true story of Anna Sorokin — the socialite imposter who swindled New York's elite — challenges Han with a role that teeters between deception and sincerity. 'I always want to be an actor that sparks curiosity. I don't want to be confined to a mold or prejudice,' Han said in a recent interview with The Korea Herald. 'There are times when people don't even recognize me from one project to another. It's a little bittersweet, but ultimately, I take it as a compliment. It means they see me as the character.' Though she briefly performed on stage as a student in 2013, 'Anna X' is Han's first major foray into theater. 'As an actor, you develop habits — ways of analyzing characters, approaches to performance. But I started questioning whether I was becoming too comfortable, whether I was limiting myself without realizing it,' Han said when explaining why she took the stage to break out of her comfort zone. 'I've been working nonstop, jumping from project to project, often with very little time to prepare before filming begins. At some point, I found myself wondering: Have I truly poured everything into each role? Or am I just following a pattern?' This internal restlessness led her to seek a new challenge. 'Stepping into unfamiliar territory forces you to see things in a new light. I wanted to experience something that would shake me up,' she said. Beyond the format, Han was drawn to Anna's complexity. 'Anna isn't a typical con artist. She operates in a psychological gray area. Fully understanding her required intense study and reinterpretation,' Han said. 'That process was incredibly rewarding. I needed a role that pushed my limits." Approaching her 20th year in acting, Han remains hungry for more. 'There's still so much I want to explore. People have certain expectations of an actor's career, but I don't see why those limitations matter. I want to break those preconceptions.'
