K-Drama: December 2017 releases [2/2]

We're more than halfway through the month, it's time for us to unveil the latest K-Drama releases for December. A beautiful panel of novelties in perspective and stories more tempting than each other. Right away, let's make way for our selection and enjoy reading!

Smashing on Your Back

너의 등짝에 스매싱

Channel: CSTV

Episodes : 50

Release period: December 4, 2017 to February 27, 2018

With: Park Young Kyu (Reunited Worlds), Kwon Oh Joong (Bravo My Life), Park Hae Mi (Lovers in Bloom), Hwang Woo Seul Hye, Julian Quintart, Uhm Hyun Kyung, Lee Hyun Jin, Jang Do Yun, Yoon Seo Hyun, Han Ji Wan and Kim Na Young.

The story is that of Park Young-Kyu's chicken restaurant going bankrupt. He had nowhere to live and began living with his eldest daughter's mother-in-law. However, Park Young-Kyu is trying to reopen his business.

We start first with a family comedy as our dear Korean friends know how to do so well. The relaxed atmosphere and humor are a cocktail that we love especially for lovers of drama in the format spread over several months. The cast also shows us several generations of characters in addition to that of this man who wants to take control of his life!

Just Between Lovers

그냥 사랑하는 사이

Channel: JTBC

Episodes : 16

Release period: December 11, 2017 to January 30, 2018

With: Lee Joon Ho member of [2PM] (Chief Kim), Nam Da Reum (While You Were Sleeping), Won Jin Ah (The Age of Shadows), Park Shi Eun (Criminal Minds), Lee Ki Woo (Woman of Dignity), Kang Han Na (Moon Lovers – Scarlet Heart: Ryeo), Nam Ki Ae, Tae In Ho, Park Gyu Young…

It all starts with Lee Kang-Doo who dreamed of becoming a football player but an accident shattered his dream. His father died in the accident and he broke his leg. Lee Kang-Doo also spent three years in rehab. He then meets Ha Moon-so. Ha Moon-so is into architecture and also endured the same accident that killed his younger brother. She suffered from the guilt of surviving. Since then, she has been suppressing his feelings. After they meet, they begin to express their feelings.

This is a plot that promises to be both beautiful and moving with its poignant subjects. Indeed, two people who should not necessarily have met will find a common point by wanting to mourn. A drama where melodrama and romance will be in order and where hope will revive the taste of life!

Jugglers

저글러스

String: KBS2

Episodes : 16

Release period: December 4, 2017 to January 23, 2018

With: Choi Daniel (Heart to Heart), Baek Jin Hee (Missing Nine), Kang Hye Jung (The Wedding Scheme), Lee Won Geun (Mystery Queen), Jung Sung Ho, Jung so Young, Kim Ki Bang and Song Ji Hoo…

The synopsis takes us to the side of Jwa Yoon Yi who lived his life with a passive attitude. She has a spirit of devotion and obedience. Meanwhile, Nam Chi Won is the director of HB Company but he refuses the interests of others and develops relationships. The two will meet as secretary and boss.

We stay a little romance with this comedy on the theme of work where we follow two characters that everything opposes. Gags, misunderstandings and human relationships will be at the rendezvous of this drama that remains classic but can be interesting. Are you tempted by office romances? So, here's something to meet your expectations!

Black Knight

흑기사

String: KBS2

Episodes : 16

Release period: December 6, 2017 to January 25, 2018

With: Kim Rae Won (Doctors), Shin Se Kyung (Bride of the Water God), Seo Ji Hye (Whisper), Jang Mi Hee (Madame Antoine), Kim Hyun Joon (Hwarang: The Beginning), Hwang Jung Min, Kim Byung Ok, Shin So Yool and Park Sung Hoon…

The plot revolves around a pure man who accepts a dangerous fate for the woman he loves. It is a love story that spans more than two hundred years. Moon so Ho is a brave, brave and pure-hearted businessman. Jung Hae Ra, she works in a travel agency but has never traveled abroad. However, their fate will be turned upside down.

We are still in romance but especially in a mysterious and fantastic atmosphere. We had the excellent Goblin and Bride of the Water God, so how about discovering this one? To the editors, we recommend this favorite drama!

I Am Not a Robot

로봇이 아니야

Channel: MBC

Episodes: 32

Release period: December 6, 2017 to January 25, 2018

With: Yoo Seung Ho (Ruler: Master of the Mask), Chae so Bin (Strongest Deliveryman), Uhm Ki Joon (Defendant), Park Se Wan, Song Jae Ryong and Kim Min Kyu…

We follow the daily life of a man, Kim Min Kyoo, who lives an isolated life due to a severe allergy to other people. But one day, he meets Jo Ji Ah and falls in love. She pretends to be a robot.

This month, romance is the highlight of this end of the year or this time, we will be in a theme addressing science fiction. We appreciate the plot and the subject of robotics which for sure will bring a plus to this love story out of the ordinary. A series that seems much more complex than light. To see without any moderation!

https://youtu.be/9yPw1JU-VaQ

Bad Guys: City of Evil

나쁜 녀석들: 악의 도시

Channel: OCN

Episodes : 16

Release period: December 16, 2017 to February 4, 2018

With: Park Joong Hoon (Three Friends), Joo Jin Mo (Woman with a Suitcase), Yang Ik Joon (Mystery Queen), Kim Moo Yul (My Beautiful Bride), Ji so (Two Cops), Song Young Chang, Joo Jin Mo, Kim Yoo Suk, Park so Young and Ok Ja Yun…

The synopsis is based on that of the other drama. A group of criminals is forced to hunt down other criminals even worse than them.

We were waiting for it, it is finally here, and yet, this drama is not really a sequel since the cast of the previous season is no longer present. However, it is necessary to take a close interest, since action and violence will be required in this drama which still takes up the concept of season one. Namely, enlisting inmates to become mercenaries in exchange for reduced sentences.

Happy Sisters

해피 시스터즈

Channel: SBS

Episodes : 120

Release period: December 4, 2017 to ??? 2018

With: Shim Yi Young (The Legend of the Blue Sea), Han Young (My Son-In-Law's Woman), Oh Dae Gyu (Make a Woman Cry), Kang Seo Joon (Strange Family), Lee Shi Kang member of [KINO] (My Sassy Girl), Ban So Young (The Princess' Man), Im Chae Moo, Kim Sun Hwa, Oh Young Shil, Heo Eun Jung and Lee Ye Bin…

The plot makes us follow the lives of the two sisters. Yoon Ye Eun has been married for seven years, a housewife and works hard to take care of the family of her husband, Lee Jin Sup. Her parents-in-law give her a hard time, but she remains positive and happy. Her husband's business was doing well and they moved into a new home. However, she discovers that her husband is having an affair. Yoon Sang Eun is single and runs a small piano institute for his business. Unfortunately, it went into debt. She meets Choi Jae Woong through a dating agency. Choi Jae Woong offers him a marriage and in return he will repay his debts.

The family universe is once again one of the themes of this drama that is aimed at fans of the genre. The format promises us a plot between laughter and tears. You'll have plenty to keep you busy with that time. In addition, the poster leaves us curious to know if the dance and singing will be present or not!

Temporary Idols

비정규직 아이돌

Channels: SBS – Netflix Korea

Episodes : 10

Release period: December 10, 2017 to February 11, 2018

With: Kwon Hyun Bin member of [JBJ] (Borg Mom), Lee so Hyun, Kim Hee Jung (Rebel: Thief Who Stole the People), Kim Min Kyo (Strong Woman Do Bong Soon), Hwang Seung Eon (Man Who Dies to Live), Kwon Young Deuk and Kang Sung Jin (Two Cops).

The story is about a fictional entertainment company where a producer has produced many famous idols. But suddenly, it disappears. Years later, he reappears and wants to set up a mixed idol group.

If music is a subject that particularly touches you in addition to romance, this little series is for you. There are quite a few familiar faces from the media sphere as well as newcomers. Note that actress Hwang Seung Eon is starring in two dramas (I'm Not a Robot). A little sweetness and love is what you need to end the year in style!

https://youtu.be/3aFLl9nMIZY

A Korean Odyssey

화유기

Original work: Wu Cheng'en

Channel: tvN

Episodes : 16

Release period: December 23, 2017 to February 11, 2018

With: Lee Seung Ki (Producer), Cha Seung Won (You're All Surrounded), Oh Yeon Seo (My Sassy Girl), Lee Hong Ki member of [F.T. Island] (Bride of the Century), Jang Kwang (Bad Thief, Good Thief), Song Jong Ho, Lee El, Lee Se Young, Kim Sung Oh, Sung Hyuk, Sung Ji Roo and Yoon Bo Ra…

In 2017, Son Oh Gong and King Wooma are in conflict. Both seek true light in a dark world where evils are everywhere.

The drama's screenplay is inspired by the Chinese work Journey to the West reinterpreted by the Hong sisters (Master's Sun) in today's modern world. This is undoubtedly the drama to follow in December and for good reason, everything is there to impress us. All the ingredients are there: comedy, a touch of romance and a pinch of fantasy for us it's the big heart of the editor!

Rude Miss Young-Ae Season 16

막돼먹은 영애씨 시즌16

Channel: tvN

Episodes : 16

Release period: December 4, 2017 to January 23, 2018

With: Kim Hyun Sook (Mystery Queen), Lee Seung Joon (The Package), Go Se Won member of [X5 & 5WHO] (Return of Lucky Pot), Jung Da Hye (Woman of Dignity), Song Min Hyung (Saimdang, Light's Diary), Kim Jung Ha (Father is Strange), Lee Kyu Han, Son so Hyun and Ra Mi Ran as Ra Mi Ran…

The series chronicles the problems of thirty-year-old "working girls" in a realistic way with thrills and the sadness of active women. She focuses in particular on a single woman Lee Young Ae.

We end with a drama that begins its sixteenth season this year. You certainly know the expression: we take the same ones and we start again. Nothing new in this drama since you have to have followed the other seasons of this rather classic comedy. But maybe the heroine will find a shoe to her foot if the trailer is not a fake!

https://youtu.be/VPp7WqflGPU

Our selection is now finished and the choice will be very difficult to make among all his dramas. We wish you a happy holiday season and we look forward to seeing you next year for new Japanese and Korean dramas. Good viewing!