This month’s entertainment lineup offers a blend of romance, adventure, sports and musical performances, perfect for bringing the whole family together
Love, travel, sports and music, CJ ENM’s new content this month has everything you can imagine and more!
Heartwarming dramas are on the way to close out the year, with fans eagerly anticipating “Parole Examiner Lee,” set to air on November 18. While many recent dramas have centered around lawyers, prosecutors and judges, this is the first to spotlight the relatively unfamiliar role of a parole examiner.
Meanwhile, the classic romance “Love Your Enemy” is generating a lot of buzz due to the collaboration between director Park Jun-hwa, known for “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim,” and writer Lim Ye-jin, known for “Love in the Moonlight.” It will also debut on November 23.
Entertainment and storytelling programs are also coming soon. “Hear Me Out,” coming out on November 11, is set to bring untold stories behind well-known events to life. The four-episode pilot in June gained attention with the widely-loved host Kim Chang-wan leading and presenting the show.
“Rented In Finland,” which follows four actors living together in a countryside village in Finland, will be released this month. The show has piqued curiosity amongst fans with the pairing of celebrity best friends Lee Je-hoon and Lee Dong-hwi. Adding to the anticipation are actors Kwak Dong-yeon and Cha Eun-woo, who are the same age, making for an intriguing ensemble.
“Little Giant Strikers,” set to premiere in November, brings together the daughters of elite athletes, all under 7 years old, to form Korea’s first-ever U-7 girls’ soccer team. The team will be coached by “The Lion King” Lee Dong-guk, who has transitioned into a mentoring role after retiring from his playing career.
K-Pop fans are gearing up for the “2024 MAMA AWARDS.” The World’s No.1 K-POP awards show paved the way with its groundbreaking achievements and maintained its unmatched prestige and influence over the past 25 years. Fans are especially excited for G-DRAGON’s return to the “MAMA AWARDS” stage after 9 years, along with performances by top K-POP artists like aespa, ENHYPEN, ILLIT, INI and IVE.
Dishing Out Justice, No Escape for the Villains! “Parole Examiner Lee”
Starring: Go Soo, Kwon Yuri, Baek Ji-won and Lee Hak-joo / Directed by: Yoon Sang-ho
The drama “Parole Examiner Lee” tells the story of Lee Han-shin, an ironclad lawyer who becomes a parole examiner, stopping the release of morally corrupt criminals. The role of Lee Han-shin, the main parole examiner, is played by actor Go Soo, with Kwon Yuri also starring in the series. According to the production team, Go Soo’s character, Lee Han-shin, is described as someone who “uses his own methods, crossing the line between legal and illegal, to block the parole of morally flawed offenders.” This intriguing story will open on November 18.
The teaser video begins with Lee Han-shin, dressed in a sharp black suit, stamping documents in a dimly lit examination room. Unlike the other papers he quickly stamps, he hesitates and deliberates over the final document. After a moment of contemplation, Lee Han-shin lifts the stamp and declares, “You’re not ready to go back out into the world yet.”
The People’s Host, Kim Chang-wan, Makes His Comeback with “Hear Me Out”
Starring: Kim Chang-wan / Directed by: Choi Sam-ho
The untold stories of people behind well-known events, “Hear Me Out,” is returning to regular programming. Originally aired as a four-episode pilot in June, the show achieved a peak rating of 2.7%, garnering significant viewership.
“Hear Me Out” will reveal the hidden truths behind extraordinary events that shook South Korea, stories that could just as easily belong to someone living next door. The new season has premiered on November 11.
Ju Ji-hoon and Jung Yu-mi’s Long-Awaited Reunion in “Love Your Enemy”
Starring: Ju Ji-hoon, Jung Yu-mi, Lee Si-woo and Kim Ye-won / Directed by: Park Jun-hwa
“Love Your Enemy” tells the story of Seok Ji-won and Yoon Ji-won, a man and woman born on the same day with the same name, but from rival families. The two dated in high school but were painfully separated due to a misunderstanding. Eighteen years later, they reunite, finding themselves entangled in a tumultuous romance as sworn enemies. The drama will premiere on November 23.
The show has generated excitement due to the collaboration between director Park Jun-hwa, known for “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim” and “Alchemy of Souls,” and writer Lim Ye-jin, known for “The Tale of Nokdu” and “Love in the Moonlight.”
“I really hate you. You’re terrible” In the teaser video, Yoon Ji-won (Jung Yu-mi) coldly says to Seok Ji-won (Ju Ji-hoon) while tears fall from her eyes. Their reunion, filled with sadness and denial, raises curiosity about the story behind their complicated past.
Discovering the Future of Women’s Soccer: “Little Giant Strikers”
Starring: Lee Dong-guk, Lee Soo-geun / Directed by: Lee Chan-hyun
“Little Giant Strikers” is a soccer reality series focused on discovering future stars who will shine in the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup, featuring young girls with exceptional talent. The show will form Korea’s first-ever U-7 girls’ soccer team, bringing together exceptionally talented players to showcase their development in the sport.
The team will be led by Lee Dong-guk, who has transitioned to coaching after retiring from professional soccer. The children of top Korean soccer stars, including goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo, known as the “King of Penalty Shootouts” will show their talent. Alongside legends Jeong Jo-gook and Lee Ho, the show will also feature the child of Korean basketball star Sin Jung-ja. With these young athletes set to compete, there is excitement around their potential to shape the future of Korean women’s soccer and leave a mark on the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Directed by: Ma Du-sik, Shin Yu Seon and Lee Joo-Young
“MAMA AWARDS,” the premier K-POP awards show that has stood as the world’s leading K-POP ceremony for 25 years, is back this year. The “2024 MAMA AWARDS” promises to be more special than ever. This year, the awards will not only highlight the value, vision and future of K-POP, but will also be held beyond Asia in the United States.
The event will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on November 21, and continue at Kyocera Dome Osaka, one of Japan’s five major domes, on November 22 and 23. The ceremony will be broadcast live around the world through Mnet, the Mnet K-POP YouTube channel and other major global networks.
Top K-pop artists like aespa, IVE, (G)I-DLE and BOYNEXTDOOR have already been confirmed to perform, and the announcement of G-DRAGON’s long-awaited return to the MAMA AWARDS stage after 9 years has raised high expectations among K-pop fans.
