Oct 11 2024

Trailer and poster for movie “The Hotel of My Dream”

Main trailer and poster added for movie “The Hotel of My Dream” starring Non, Kei Tanaka, & Kenichi Takito. The upcoming film is based on 2012 novel “Watashi ni Fusawashi Hotel” by Asako Yuzuki (“The Many Faces of Ito“) and directed by Yukihiko Tsutsumi (“The House Where The Mermaid Sleeps“). Meanwhile, the movie’s theme song has been revealed, which is “Mubou Dance” by Strange Reitaro. The theme song is played during the main trailer. Caption on the poster states “The most unfortunate rookie writer in history begins her mutiny within literary circles.”

“The Hotel of My Dream” will be released December 27, 2024 in Japan.

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Oct 11 2024

Riho Yoshioka & Koshi Mizukami cast in movie “Kowloon Generic Romance”

Riho Yoshioka and Koshi Mizukami are cast in live-action film “Kowloon Generic Romance.” A TV anime version will also be made. The live-action film and anime are based on manga series “Kowloon Generic Romance” by Jun Mayuzuki. The story is a mystery-romance that is set within the nostalgic area of Kowloon, Hong Kong. Meanwhile, a teaser trailer and character posters for the film have been released. The teaser trailer can be viewed at AsianWiki using the links above or below.

“Kowloon Generic Romance” will be released sometime next year in Japan.

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Oct 10 2024

Nanoka Hara cast in movie “Mieruko-chan”

Nanoka Hara is cast in movie “Mieruko-chan.” The teen-horror film is based on webcomic series “Mieruko-chan” by Tomoki Izumi and directed by Yoshihiro Nakamura (“Golden Slumber“). While the story is primarily a teen horror story, there’s also elements of comedy and human drama. Nanoka Hara will play main protagonist Miko Yotsuya. She is suddenly able to see spirits around her.

“Mieruko-chan” will be released sometime next year in Japan.

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Oct 10 2024

Main trailer and poster for Netflix drama “Hellbound 2”

Main trailer and poster added for Netflix drama series “Hellbound 2” starring Kim Hyun-Joo, Kim Sung-Cheol, & Kim Shin-Rok. Caption on the teaser poster states “A world full of Hell, they were resurrected.” Drama series is a sequel to 2021 Netflix drama series “Hellbound.” Actor Yoo Ah-In does not appear in the sequel and is replaced with Kim Sung-Cheol as Jung Jin-Soo.

“Hellbound 2” will be available to stream from October 25, 2025.

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Oct 10 2024

Teaser poster and air date set for SBS drama series “The Fiery Priest 2”

Teaser poster and air date set for SBS drama series “The Fiery Priest 2” starring Kim Nam-Gil, Lee Ha-Nee, & Kim Sung-Kyun. The drama series is a sequel to 2019 SBS drama series “The Fiery Priest.” Caption on the teaser poster states “Bellato’s mission. Let’s start.” In “The Fiery Priest 2,” Kim Hae-Il (Kim Nam-Gil) becomes special fiery priest Bellato, who is chosen by the Pope. Due to this, Kim Hae-Il has authority to implement justice. He faces a new group of evil people.

“The Fiery Priest 2” first airs November 8, 2024 in South Korea (takes over SBS’ Friday and Saturday 10PM time slot after “The Judge from Hell“).

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Oct 10 2024

Masaharu Fukuyama and Kasumi Arimura cast in movie “Black Showman”

Masaharu Fukuyama and Kasumi Arimura are cast in movie “Black Showman.” The film is based on 2020 mystery novel “Black Showman and the Murder in an Obscure Town” by Keigo Higashino and directed by Akira Tanaka (“Ichikei’s Crow“). Story for “Black Showman” revolves around the murder of junior high school teacher Eiichi Kamio. His niece (Kasumi Arimura) and brother (Masaharu Fukuyama) team up to find out the truth behind his death. Filming for “Black Showman” will begin in late October.

“Black Showman” will be released sometime next year in Japan.

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Oct 9 2024

Hiroshi Abe cast for movie “Showtime 7”

Hiroshi Abe is cast for the lead role in movie “Showtime 7.” The film is a remake of 2013 South Korean movie “The Terror Live” starring Ha Jung-Woo. For the upcoming thriller, Hiroshi Abe will play former anchorman and now radio show host Shinnosuke Orimoto. He receives a phone call from someone warning of a bomb that will explode. Meanwhile, the first teaser poster and teaser trailer, which can be viewed at AsianWiki, has been released. Caption on the teaser poster states “The worst live broadcast (Showtime) in history begins.”

“Showtime 7” will be released February 7, 2025 in Japan.

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Oct 7 2024

Teaser trailer and poster for OCN-TVING drama “Recipient”

Teaser trailer and poster added for OCN-TVING drama special “Recipient” starring Kang Shin and Jo Joon-Young. The drama special is part of the O’PENing series of specials that airs on sister network tvN and will air on OCN for this episode. The teaser trailer begins with Kang Shin as Sung Seo-Yeon stating “5 billion won” (approximately $3.7 million USD). Around the 11 second mark Jo Joon-Young asks “What is your plan for the future?” and Kang Shin responds “My plan is to never get caught.”

“Recipient” consists of 2 episodes and will air from October 13 – 20, 2024.

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Oct 7 2024

First still images and release date set for movie “Devils Stay”

First still images and release date set for upcoming movie “Devils Stay” starring Park Shin-Yang, Lee Min-Ki, and Lee Re. The occult themed horror movie covers a 3 day period during the funeral of Cha So-Mi (Lee Re). Her father Cha Seung-Do (Park Shin-Yang) tries to revive his dead daughter and Priest Van (Lee Min-Ki) performs an exorcism to get rid of a demon. Cha So-Mi is also encroached by the mysterious being.

“Devils Stay” is now set for release November, 2024 in South Korea.

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Oct 7 2024

Teaser trailer and poster for movie “My Beloved Stranger”

Teaser trailer and poster added for fantasy-romance movie “My Beloved Stranger” starring Kento Nakajima and Milet. The film, directed by Takahiro Miki (“The Door into Summer “), follows two people who one day wake up in a different world. Caption on the teaser poster states “Fool of fate.” Caption in the teaser trailer at the 26 second mark states “She’s a big star. I’m just a fan.”

“My Beloved Stranger” will be released February 28, 2025 in Japan.

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