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South China Morning Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
8 of the best new K-dramas to watch in July 2025, including Law and the City on Disney+
Streamers and broadcasters alike have reserved some major hitters for the summer season, and July promises to have a K-drama or two to suit all tastes. 1. Bitch x Rich season 2 Lead cast: Lee Eun-saem, Yeri, Kim Min-kyu Play School web drama Bitch x Rich returns for a second season this summer. In the first season, Kim Hye-in (Lee Eun-saem), despite coming from a poor background, is offered the opportunity to enrol at the top-class Cheongdam International High School after she is the sole witness to a murder there. Baek Je-na (Yeri), once the school's queen bee, is suspected of the murder, which creates ripples through the allegiances of her friends. Kim Min-kyu ( The Fabulous ) joins the cast for season 2 as a new student. (Wavve/Viu, July 3) 2. Law and the City Lead cast: Lee Jong-suk, Moon Ga-young
Pink Villa
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Red Velvet's Yeri in talks for Inside Men K-drama remake with Song Kang Ho and Koo Kyo Hwan; know cast and plot details
Red Velvet's Yeri (real name Kim Yerim) is continuing to build her acting portfolio with new projects. The idol-turned-actress is reportedly being considered for a major role in the drama adaptation of Inside Men. This is a remake of the acclaimed 2015 film of the same name. Yeri considers role in Inside Men remake On May 29, media outlets reported that Kim Yerim has received an offer to join the cast of the drama Inside Men. Her agency, Blitzway Entertainment, confirmed the news by stating that she is 'positively reviewing the offer.' If confirmed, this project would mark her first major casting move since signing with Blitzway earlier this month following her departure from SM Entertainment. Inside Men was originally released in 2015. It is known for its gritty portrayal of political corruption. The movie featured intense power plays between politicians, media figures, and enforcers from the criminal world. The drama remake aims to bring that same intensity to television screens. Award-winning actor Song Kang Ho has already been confirmed to play Lee Kang Hee, a veteran journalist and kingmaker. The role was originally portrayed by Baek Yoon Shik in the film. Koo Kyo Hwan is reportedly in discussions to take on the role of Ahn Sang Goo, a former gangster entangled in the webs of political conspiracy. A strong ensemble cast is also being assembled, with names like Lee Moo Saeng, Soo Ae, Kim Ji Yeon, Lee Sung Min, and Shin Seung Ho said to be in talks or confirmed for key roles. Production is expected to begin later this year. BITCH X RICH Season 2 confirms July release In addition to potential new projects, Yeri will also return to the small screen with the second season of BITCH X RICH. The drama, which garnered attention for its edgy high school revenge plot, has confirmed its Season 2 broadcast for the first week of July. Her role in the first season was met with positive responses. Fans are eager to see how the story will evolve in the upcoming season. A new chapter under a new label Earlier this year, Yeri ended her long-standing relationship with SM Entertainment. It is the agency where she debuted with Red Velvet in 2014. In early May, she took a big step toward her acting career by signing an exclusive contract with Blitzway Entertainment. The move signaled her desire to transition more fully into acting. With BITCH X RICH Season 2 already on the way and the high-profile Inside Men remake in the works, Yeri's shift into the acting world is rapidly taking shape. Fans and industry watchers alike are anticipating her next move as she broadens her career beyond the idol spotlight.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
EXO, SHINee, and more couldn't fill 65,000-capacity stadium? Unsold SMTOWN Mexico show sparks fan reactions
Part of the Big 4 agencies in South Korea for K-pop, SM Entertainment's upcoming SMTOWN Live concert in Mexico is drawing heavy criticism from netizens. Many have been urging the agency to cancel the show altogether — just days before it's set to take place. Why one may ask? It's because of the low turnout of fans to the concert. Scheduled for May 9, 2025, at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City, the concert is part of SM's ongoing 30th anniversary world tour, which kicked off in Seoul this January. However, as the tour expands globally, the response appears to be underwhelming. Despite tickets being on sale since mid-December 2024, the 65,000-seat venue remains largely unsold. SMTOWN LIVE 2025 [THE CULTURE, THE FUTURE] in SEOUL Recap Video📍 SMTOWN LIVE 2025 in MEXICO CITY 📅 2025.05.09 (FRI)🎫 TICKET ( SMTOWN LIVE 2025 in L.A.📅 2025.05.11 (SUN)🎫 TICKET ( SMTOWN LIVE 2025 in LONDON📅… Fans disappointed Screenshots of the seating chart circulating on social media show that many sections — including premium floor areas near the stage — are only partially filled, with some reportedly still 90% empty. Due to slow sales, the venue's capacity has reportedly been reduced to 50,000. How these SMTOWN concerts are still not cancelled is beyond me. This is for the Mexico concert that will be held on May 9th... The disappointing turnout has sparked widespread backlash online. Many netizens have voiced concern for the idols, who are expected to endure a grueling 14-hour flight from Seoul to Mexico City — only to perform again at SMTOWN Live in Los Angeles just two days later. As frustration grows, some fans are calling for a complete boycott of the tour, accusing SM Entertainment of mismanaging its artists and neglecting fan interests. Mexican fans weigh in Fans in Mexico have cited several reasons for the low ticket sales — most notably the incomplete group lineups. Red Velvet is expected to perform with only three members following Wendy and Yeri's departure from SM, while Girls' Generation's Taeyeon is absent from the roster. Only a few soloists from SHINee and EXO are confirmed to perform, and the inclusion of AI artist naevis and the yet-to-debut boy group SMTR25 has drawn further criticism. The problem with @SMTOWNGLOBAL 's SM TOWN in MEXICO CITY is NOT that the fans dont wanna go or can't afford it, is the fact that you're bringing incomplete groups, incomplete and poor setlists, you shorten the stage, shorten the time, chose an awful hour to start, With 17 acts reportedly scheduled to perform starting at 8:00 PM, fans anticipate that each artist will only be allotted two to three songs. Given that many of these artists have recently held or are planning solo world tours, fans are questioning whether the concert is worth the high ticket prices. Not just Mexico — Even LA and London SMTOWN Live concerts in both Los Angeles and London have also faced sluggish sales. While the London show — set for June 28 — has reportedly sold out its floor seats and most other sections, overall demand remains lukewarm. In Los Angeles, tickets were recently offered for as little as $30 USD through vouchers distributed at a hello82 pop-up event. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
RED VELVET'S Yeri joins new agency; paves new way for solo activities
Red Velvet's youngest member Yeri has recently joined hands with a new entertainment agency after she made the decision to not renew her expiring contract with her former agency. Her new management agency recently released a statement regarding the addition, leaving fans buzzing with excitement over the news. Yeri's new agency issues statement as she joins the firm As reported by Allkpop, Yeri's new agency issued a statement regarding the artist joining their agency. They shared that "We are delighted to work alongside our new artist Kim Ye Rim, who has conducted her activities both in Korea and overseas. We will support her to our fullest capabilities so that the experience she gained thus far on the global stage can be reflected in her acting." Her new management agency, Blitzway Entertainment , also took to their social media accounts to launch their latest artist through new concept photographs. The photos exude a different side of Yeri and are meant to show a new side of the idol. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 블리츠웨이엔터테인먼트 (@blitzway_ent) Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thousands Are Saving Money Using This Wall Plug elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Click Here Undo Her new agency houses some of the most popular names in the acting industry such as Go Doo Shim, Joo Ji Hoon, In Kyo Jin, Jung Ryeo Won, So Yi Hyun, Moon Chae Won, Chun Woo Hee, Park Ha Sun, Yoon Park, Woo Do Hwan, Kwak Dong Yeon, and more. About Kim Ye Rim Red Velvet's Yeri has been a popular force to reckon with ever since her debut in the industry alongside Red Velvet in 2015. The group had initially debuted a year earlier with only four members; Irene. Joy, Wendy, and Seulgi. Yeri was the fifth addition who joined with the release of their first EP, 'Ice Cream Cake.' The title song as well as the EP both became extremely popular amongst the masses and helped the group solidify their mark on the Korean music industry. Currently even though members Yeri and Wendy have left their previous agencies, they will still be promoting as a group whenever there is a requirement. The idol left her previous company only recently when her official contract expired in April 2025.
Korea Herald
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Red Velvet's Wendy, Yeri leave label
Wendy and Yeri of Red Velvet have decided not to renew their contracts with label SM Entertainment. The management firm announced Friday that their contracts have concluded, but they will stay with the group and the firm will continue to support group activities. Yeri released a message the previous day hinting at the news and promising that she would stay true to her fans. The three other band members are staying with the label. Joy signed a contract in January, following Seulgi and Irene in 2023 and 2024, respectively. The quintet debuted in August 2014. Its most recent full-group effort is the EP 'Cosmic' in June last year, which was released to mark the 10th anniversary of the girl group's debut. The mini album debuted on the Billboard 200 at No. 145, becoming its first entry on the main albums chart. It also topped iTunes top albums charts in 50 regions.
