It’s hard to believe that we are at the beginning of summer and the end of the second quarter. 2022 seems to be flying by, but K-Dramas aren’t showing any signs of cooling down for the summer either. Check out these new dramas starting this month and prepare for the heat!

Money Heist: Korea —Joint Economic Area

Money Heist: Korea —Joint Economic Area is a remake of a famous Spanish series, La Casa de Papel. Set in the same fictional universe as the original, the K-Drama version follows a hostage situation on the Korean Peninsula. The Professor (Yoo Jitae) plans to pull off a robbery after watching the group in Spain. He enlists the help of different thieves to help him, and they embark on an exciting yet dangerous adventure. This blockbuster drama will be available to watch on Netflix.

Jinxed At First

Kwang Gongsoo (Na Inwoo) is an unlucky fishmonger who tries his best daily. But, seven years ago, a chance meeting with Lee Seulbi (Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun), has caused him to have the worst luck in everything he does. Seulbi has the unique ability to see a person’s future with a single touch. Unfortunately, she and her mother, who has this same ability, have been held captive for years by a wealthy family that wants to capitalize on their power. As soon as Seulbi has a chance to escape, she runs straight to Gongsoo, but after so many years of bad luck, he isn’t sure if he should help her. 

You can check out Jinxed At First on Viki. You can also check out the webcomic version on Manhwatop. 

Yumi’s Cells 2

Kim Yumi (Kim Goeun) wants to move on with her life after a painful breakup. Her love cells have entirely shut down, and she’s happy for them to stay that way until she meets Goo Woong (Ahn Bohyun). Despite their best efforts and the revitalization of dormant cells, Yumi and Goo Woong don’t make their relationship last. Rather than returning to her previously emotionally empty life, Yumi decides to work on making her dreams come true. Yumi’s Cells 2 is available on Viki. 

Insider

Judicial trainee Kim Yohan (Kang Haneul) has gone undercover for an investigation. A crisis happens and he ends up in prison. Most people would be extremely distressed at this, but Yohan keeps his cool and works hard to get himself out of this situation. The harder he fights to right this wrong, the more he becomes embroiled in drama. Soon, Yohan is fighting to bring his life back to normal and solve the crimes committed against him. This thriller crime drama is available to watch on Viki. 

To My Star 2: Our Untold Stories

To My Star 2: Our Untold Stories follows Kang Seojoon (Son Woohyun), one of South Korea’s stars who’s down on his luck. After a series of unfortunate events, Seojoon meets chef Han Jiwoo (Kim Kangmin) and falls for him. The two men have different personalities, but that doesn’t stop them from trying to make it work. When one disappears, the other stops at nothing to find him. This web drama is available on Viki. 

Why Her?

Oh Soojae (Seo Hyunjin) is the youngest partner at one of the nation’s top law firms. She’s obsessed with winning, and her relentless work ethic makes her the best lawyer. Unfortunately, all of that comes crashing down around her when a case she’s presenting takes an unexpected turn. Soojae finds herself demoted and working as a professor at a nearby law school. There she meets Gong Chan (Hwang Inyoup), a student who instantly falls in love with her. At first, Soojae can only think about the embarrassment of being demoted, but the more she spends time with Gong Chan, the less the embarrassment stings. Will she return Gong Chan’s love, or is she too focused on returning to the top spot? Why Her? is available to watch on Viki. 

Dear.M

Dear.M was initially scheduled to release in 2021 but was on hold due to actress Park Hyesoo’s bullying scandal, so now we are happy to announce that the drama will be released at the end of the month. An anonymous post pops up on Seoyeon University’s online community. The campus is determined to figure out who the poster was, including Ma Jooah. She enlists the help of her longtime friend, Cha Minho (NCT’s Jaehyun), and together they work to bring the mystery to an end. This idol drama will be available to watch on Viki. 

Edited by Vivian N.