Asian Drama

Running Man is a reality-variety show that stars Yoo Jae Suk and many other celebrities. In each episode, they must complete missions at famous landmarks to win the race. The missions almost always feature running, hence the title, and the name tag ripping game is filled with tension as each member struggles to survive.

In the new season, camping expert Ra Mi Ran is joined by Kwak Sun Young, Lee Joo Bin, and Lee Se Young, as they leave for the Adriatic Sea. This season, they plan to enjoy camping in Europe's hidden gems, which are rapidly emerging as attractive travel destinations, from the Adriatic Sea to the Dolomites.

(Source: Korean = Naver)

Episodes: 10

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Aired On: Thursday

Set immediately after movie "Golden Kamuy," the hunt for the escaped prisoners with the tattoos that collectively reveal the location of hidden gold is in full swing. Retired war veteran Sugimoto Saichi and Ainu native Asirpa are in the hunt to find the gold before others do so and their journey to find the gold nuggets enters a new phase.

(Source: AsianWiki)

Adapted from the manga "Golden Kamuy" (ゴールデンカムイ) by Noda Satoru (野田サトル).

Tags: Veteran Male Lead, Treasure Hunting, Prison Escape, Adapted From A Manga (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 9

Duration: 60 min.

Country: Japan

Airs On: Sunday

Aired: Oct 6, 2024 - ?

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

At the edge of reality lies Yeluo Li Wonderland, a magical realm where fairies once lived in harmony with nature. Now, human environmental destruction threatens this balance, and the realm’s queen, Mandora, plans to use the power of dreams to invade and reshape the human world.

(Source: TVDb)

Adapted from the donghua “Jing Ling Meng Ye Luo Li" (精灵梦叶罗丽), also called "Ye Luo Li" (叶罗丽).

Episodes: 24

Duration: 10 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Aired: Nov 4, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024

Airs On: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Space aliens from a different planet invade Earth in an attempt to expand their territory. They are confronted by 3 individuals, who have overwhelmingly mechanic technology and individual creativity.

Running Man is a reality-variety show that stars Yoo Jae Suk and many other celebrities. In each episode, they must complete missions at famous landmarks to win the race. The missions almost always feature running, hence the title, and the name tag ripping game is filled with tension as each member struggles to survive.

Get ready to cook up a storm... but on wheels?! Korea's top chef Baek Jong Won and his celebrity assistants take on a challenge of creating culinary wonders in unfamiliar places, limited time, and with restricted ingredients. What delicious creations will they whip up?

(Source: CJ ENM)

Episodes: 20

Duration: 1 hr. 20 min.

Airs On: Sunday

Pei Xing, known as the Jackal, once traded lives for money without emotion. After witnessing the powerful crush those fighting for justice, his sense of righteousness awakens. Now, he seeks revenge, punishing the wicked while facing off against other skilled swordsmans.

Xu Xing Lan, a new employee in the workplace, accidentally traveled to ancient times and became bound to her target, Yu Wen Yan, the second young master of Anjin City! By mistake, they started a cat-and-mouse game of love and hate. And she used modern thinking to start a wonderful journey from the "first female killer" to the "first female official" in Anjin City.

(Source: Chinese = Douban)

Episodes: 30

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Ratings: 7.0

The story follows the orphans, Gu Dan and He Dong Liang, who are coerced into stealing the ancient Western Xia artifact, the Wondrous Sound Bird, in order to rescue their abducted mentor, Liu Bu Chang. Meanwhile, the security team captain, Qiao Yu, and the insurance investigator in charge of the claims, Yu Xiao Xiao, become entangled in this treasure theft case. Together, they join forces to unravel a shocking conspiracy by an international tomb-robbing syndicate to seize the nation's treasures.

Episodes: 20

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Duration: 15 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

From the Amazon to the Uyuni Salt Flats, from India to Madagascar. Kian84 has fulfilled his adventure bucket list one by one! From a webtoon artist to an entertainment award winner. He has reached the top... but there is still a small dream in his heart that he has not been able to achieve... becoming a singer.

Join Kian84, Pani Bottle and newcomer Yoo Teo in an ambitious journey in search of musical inspiration!

(Source: Korean = MBC || Translation = MyDramaList)

Tags: Travel Show, Music (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 10

Duration: 1 hr. 40 min.

Country: South Korea

Airs On: Sunday

Aired: Aug 18, 2024 - ?

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

In the year 1971, former Korean Air Force fighter pilot Tae In works as a pilot for a commercial airline. He faces a crisis inside a hijacked flight with the passengers, including Yong Dae, and his crew members, including Captain Kyu Sik and Flight Attendant Ok Soon.

(Source: AsianWiki)

Duration: 1 hr. 40 min.

Content Rating: 13+ - Teens 13 or older

The story follows Jin Million, a top assassin in the martial arts world who loses his memory and becomes a humble cook. He later meets the extraordinarily cunning and scheming lute master, Qu Wei. Despite countless trials and tribulations, they eventually come to understand each other's true feelings and decide to join forces to defeat evil and reaffirm justice.

(Source: Chinese = Baidu)

Adapted from the novel "Hu Li De Shou, Tian Xia Wo You" (狐狸在手，天下我有) by Nan Jian Qiu Tuan (囡囝囚团).

Episodes: 29

Duration: 45 min.

Airs On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

While solving the issue of invaders in Luosha Street, the soul guardian Cao Yan Bing unexpectedly uncovers clues about his missing mother. To rescue her, he travels through various places and endures many trials, eventually discovering the secret Luohua Ancient Tower. However, this leads to the revelation of a massive conspiracy behind his mother's disappearance. Cao Yan Bing joins forces with his companions to challenge the evil forces, ultimately achieving victory and preserving peace in the world.

Episodes:45

Duration: 24 min.

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Aired: Sep 23, 2024

It tells the story of Lin Hao, a Han youth who grew up in Xinjiang, and Halik, a Uyghur youth who met in the uninhabited area of ​​Dahaidao, Xinjiang, in 2013. The two people with different personalities but equally persistent learned from each other and became brothers in the constant competition.

In order to realize their common dream of becoming professional motorcycle racers, the two participated in rally after rally to accumulate experience. In the process, they experienced the psychological trauma of losing friends and the devastating blow of physical pain, but neither of them stopped the two people's determination to pursue their dreams.

(Source: Chinese = Baidu)

Episodes: 24

Duration: 45 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Airs On: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Ratings: 7.0

Join the members of RIIZE on their trip to Gangwon Province in BOSS RIIZE as they compete to see who sets the rules for their vacation!

"Gyeongseong Creature" returns, extending its narrative from the tumultuous spring of 1945 to the bustling streets of 2024 Seoul. This continuation, set against the backdrop of monstrous creations born from human greed, further entwines the fates of Jang Tae Sang and Yoon Chae Ok.

(Source: about.netfilx.com)

Episodes: 7

Content Rating: 15+ - Teens 15 or older

Airs On: Friday

The story takes place five years after the main series ended. After Wu Xie found a painting of a young man in the post office at Medog County and returned from Nepal, his peaceful life was interrupted again by the sudden visit of Jin Wan Tang. He brought a scorpion-shaped pendant from the Zhang family's ancient mansion, which was closely related to Zhang Qi Ling in his childhood. In pursuit of clues, Wu Xie went to Nepal again and then moved to Medog. In Medog, all kinds of clues related to Zhang Qi Ling are coming. Wu Xie realized that he had come to Medog and found that it was not accidental but it was planned by someone. Wu Xie and Wang Pang Zi find out more about Zhang Qi Ling's background and the mystery behind Zhang family.

Sanbianpo is an area with a tropical monsoon climate, where good and bad people mix, and the gap between the rich and the poor is huge. Shen Xing, who has just entered the society and has been working everywhere to make a living, accidentally ends up in Sanbianpo. By chance, Shen Xing meets Uncle Cai, a peacemaker who is well-connected in both the black and white worlds of Sanbianpo.

Episodes: 21

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Duration: 45 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

The eight-part series, which was filmed in 2023 before the duo enlisted in the South Korean military, follows Jimin and Jung Kook as they travel to three iconic global destinations: New York state, USA; Jeju Island, South Korea; and Sapporo, Japan.

It will give a deeper look into Jimin and Jung Kook’s undeniable chemistry and endearing friendship as they bond over a variety of unforgettable moments throughout the trip, immersing in different cultures, exploring various action-packed activities, and trying out local cuisines.

(Source: Billboard; edited by MyDramaList)

Tags: Vacation Setting, Variety Show, Travel Show, BTS, Family, Friendship, Food (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 8

Duration: 72 min.

Country: South Korea

Airs On: Thursday

Aired: Aug 8, 2024 - Sep 19, 2024

Content Rating: 13+ - Teens 13 or older

Through unexpected circumstances, an illegitimate daughter crosses paths with the God of War. As she is forcibly pulled into disputes involving the nation, the two pit wits and will against various factions.

An irrevocable change in her identity leads Han Zi Jing to Jun Bei Ye, a prince known as the God of War for his prowess in battle. He has chosen her even though she is merely the illegitimate daughter of the prime minister. He may seem ruthless and domineering but he is willing to devote everything to protect her.

Meanwhile, the poisonous scent has ignited the mystery behind Han Zi Jing's identity. Han Zi Jing may seem weak and gentle on the outside, but she is bold and intelligent. In order to unravel the secrets, the two embark on a difficult journey to places that only exist in legends.

Adapated from the novel "Du Chong Yong Bin Wang Fei" (毒宠佣兵王妃) by Mao Xiao Mao (猫小猫).

It will welcome customers by opening the second store of Seojin's in Iceland, a Nordic country. The second store of Seojin's will be joined by the president, Lee Seo Jin, Jung Yu Mi, Park Seo Joon, Choi Woo Sik, and new employee Go Min Si, and will melt not only the cold but also the hearts of customers!

(Source: Korean = sports.donga.com)

Episodes: 11

Duration: 1 hr. 30 min.

Aired On: Friday

Archaeological expert Professor Chen discovered that the texture of the cultural relics discovered by his students during the glacier inspection was very similar to a jade pendant he saw in his dream, as if the jade pendant connected dreams and reality. With all the questions, Professor Chen led the expedition team deep into the Glacier Temple to explore the truth in the dream and start a fantasy adventure together.

(Source: Chinese = YouTube)

Duration: 2 hr. 9 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

The story takes place five years after the main series ended. After Wu Xie found a painting of a young man in the post office at Medog County and returned from Nepal, his peaceful life was interrupted again by the sudden visit of Jin Wan Tang. He brought a scorpion-shaped pendant from the Zhang family's ancient mansion, which was closely related to Zhang Qi Ling in his childhood. In pursuit of clues, Wu Xie went to Nepal again and then moved to Medog. In Medog, all kinds of clues related to Zhang Qi Ling are coming. Wu Xie realized that he had come to Medog and found that it was not accidental but it was planned by someone. Wu Xie and Wang Pang Zi find out more about Zhang Qi Ling's background and the mystery behind Zhang family.

(Source: DramaWiki)

Tags: Hidden Past, Tomb Raiding, Conspiracy, Bromance, Investigation, Supernatural, Friendship, Suspense (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 32

Duration: 40 min.

Country: China

Airs On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Aired: Aug 26, 2024 - ?

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Shirley Yang’s unintended pregnancy brought more pressing pressure to bear on Hu Bayi who was trapped in a bloody curse. At the archaeological invitation of Professor Sun, he learned that in the Feng’s historical site opened once per 12 years in Dixian Village, there might be corpse pellet that could eliminate the curse. With the help of the mechanism dab Yaomei, the trio of legendary grave robbers entered the mountain again to fight for survival.

The legend of the "Five Poisons Trial" in the martial world is a life-and-death game where only one person can survive to claim a reward of a thousand taels of gold. The mysterious wanderer Lin Yun teams up with Qiao Yu, Feng Yiyang, and others to face various challenges and adversaries, engaging in fierce battles along the way. The trial reveals the dark sides of human nature—greed, anger, obsession, arrogance, and suspicion. Amidst the chaos, Lin Yun and Qiao Yu devise a clever plan to confront the true forces at play, seeking justice and resolution.

Ratings: 6.9

In a remote mountainous area at the end of the Ming Dynasty, several villagers secretly raided a tomb late at night and were killed by a Gu curse. Lu Wen Liang and Zhang Chi Yi noticed the strange aspects of the corpses and decided to venture into the "Village of Short Lives" to uncover the truth. However, it was widely rumored in the village that the curse of a Gu witch from 20 years ago caused the deaths. The two men were also blamed for breaking a Gu-exorcising ritual, making them the harbingers of disaster. Just a step away from the truth, they were unaware that they had already ventured deep into danger...

(Source: Chinese = iQiyi || Translation = MyDramaList)

Tags: Web Movie, Tomb Raiding, Death, Investigation, Suspense (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 1

Duration: 1 hr. 26 min.

Country: China

Aired: Jul 6, 2024

Content Rating: 13+ - Teens 13 or older

Adapted from the 3rd book in the novel series "The Book of Mountain and Sea" (山经海纪) by Tong Hua (桐华).

Episodes: 21

Duration: 45 min.

Airs On: Monday

Lost in Tomb (2024)

A gathering of great warriors brings forth a joyful martial art world. A new tradition reboots the martial arts.

(Source: wiki.d-addicts.com)

Adapted from the novel series "The Condor Trilogy" (射雕三部曲) by Jin Yong (金庸).

Episodes: 60

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Meng Xiaotang (played by Ke Ying), a popular online meme author, met a romantic partner and asked her to find her original intention of writing martial arts novels with money, and revised the story about the villain heroine who cuts off love only for the superior dog. The blood novel "The Story of Nan Xi".

Meng Xiaotang randomly changed the plot for money, which angered the online literary system. He was accidentally sent to a martial arts world where the plot was completely changed, and became the villain Feng Nanxi who was hunted by the whole world.

While fleeing for her life, Feng Nanxi encounters the handsome flower-picking thief Shen Yu (played by Deng Chaoyuan), and finds that she is inexplicably bound to him. If Feng Nanxi wanted to use the cloud-absorbing method, she could only rely on Shen Yu.

Feng Nanxi is determined to find her original male protagonist Ye Wuchen and complete the task of "restoring the plot" assigned by the system - to make Ye Wuchen fall in love with her and then kill him before the day of the righteous encirclement and suppression on August 15th.

However, there are dangers inside and outside the church, so she has to firmly hold on to Shen Yu's "talisman". What Feng Nanxi didn't know was that Shen Yu's true identity was the Ye Wuchen she was looking for.

At the same time, Ye Wuchen transformed into Shen Yu and approached Feng Nanxi just to trap her and take away the secret book of the cloud-absorbing magic skill. A battle between justice and villain, survival and death, fake drama and true love, unfolds in the treacherous clouds...

(Source: Drama_capture, gmat6594 gmat6594 on Dramacool)

Episodes: 24

Aired On: Tuesday

Ratings: 7.8

The drama continues from the first season of the Joy of Life trilogy, following the story of Fan Xian as he gains a stronghold in the court.

Episodes: 36

Duration: 45 min.

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Ratings: 8.7