Studio Dragon Unveils Exciting Lineup Of K-Drama Global Masterpieces For The Second Half Of 2023

Studio Dragon, the renowned premium storyteller group, is gearing up to continue the worldwide phenomenon with a sensational lineup of captivating K-Dramas in the second half of the year.

Netflix viewers can anticipate an enthralling journey starting with “Celebrity,” premiering on June 30th, followed by “Song of the Bandits,” “Gyeongseong Creature,” “Sweet Home 2,” and “Doona!” On the other hand, Disney+ Originals will captivate audiences worldwide with “Shadow Detective.”

“Celebrity” delves into the glamorous yet fiercely competitive world of celebrities, offering a fascinating insight into the life of Seo ARi (played by Park GyuYoung) as she navigates the realm of fame and fortune. The recently unveiled teaser provides a glimpse of Seo ARi’s remarkable transformation, leaving viewers intrigued and eager for more.

Set in the lawless land of Gando during the turbulent Japanese colonial era, “Song of the Bandits” is an action-packed series that unites a diverse group of individuals with their own unique stories. This stellar cast includes actors Kim NamGil, Girls’ Generation’s SeoHyun, Yoo JaeMyung, Lee HyunWook, and Lee HoJung. Anticipation runs high for this enthralling narrative of Japanese soldiers, the independence army, hitmen, bandits, and displaced Koreans engaging in intense confrontations within Gando during the 1920s.

In “Gyeongseong Creature,” a chilling creature thriller set in the bleak spring of 1945, a young man and woman fight for survival against monsters born from human greed. Park SeoJun portrays Jang TaeSang, the head of the merchant marketplace House of Golden Treasure, while Han SoHee takes on the role of Yun ChaeOk, a famous bounty hunter. “Gyeongseong Creature” promises an intense and thrilling experience.

Continuing the gripping narrative of HyunSu (played by Song Kang) and the survivors of Green Home, “Sweet Home 2” presents new challenges in an unfamiliar territory. The returning cast from Season 1, including Song Kang, Lee JinWook, Lee SiYoung, Go MinSi, and Park GyuYoung, will be joined by newcomers Yoo OhSeong, Oh JungSe, Kim MuYeol, and Jung JinYoung, adding fresh dynamics to the story.

The romance series “Doona!” follows the ordinary college student Won-jun, who encounters a retired K-Pop idol named Doona, played by Suzy, in a shared house. Based on a popular webtoon of the same name, the series expertly portrays the complexities of romance with an idol housemate. Suzy and Yang SeJong bring these characters to life, captivating audiences with their performances.

Fans of “Shadow Detective” will be thrilled to know that the highly acclaimed series is returning for a second season on July 5, exclusively on Disney+. The veteran detective TaekRok (played by Lee SungMin) resumes his pursuit of the hidden mastermind known as the “Friend.” The recently released teaser trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse into the thrilling new season.

Additionally, Tving’s original series, “A Bloody Lucky Day,” is set to premiere. Featuring a star-studded cast including esteemed actors such as Lee SungMin, Yoo YeonSeok, and Lee JungEun, the series follows the horrifying journey of an ordinary taxi driver, played by Lee SungMin, who unwittingly picks up a customer who turns out to be a serial killer. Selected as a Paramount+ partnership, “A Bloody Lucky Day” will be available in approximately 27 countries worldwide.

A representative from Studio Dragon expressed their excitement, stating, “In the second half of this year, a diverse range of conceptual works spanning various genres such as action, thriller, creature, romance, and fantasy will captivate audiences worldwide. We aim to further solidify our position as a master of K-Drama on the global stage.”

Studio Dragon’s dramas have already led the K-Content phenomenon in the first half of 2023, with releases on multiple global OTT platforms. Series such as “Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow,” “Crash Course in Romance,” and “The Glory” ranked among the top 10 non-English TV series on Netflix. “The Big Door Prize,” which premiered on Apple TV+, secured a spot in the top 10 list for TV shows in 101 countries, according to Flixpatrol. The recently concluded “Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938” gained immense popularity globally on Amazon Prime Video, ranking as the #1 TV show in countries like Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam.

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