EXO (엑소) member and actor Do Kyungsoo (도경수), famously known as D.O., recently made a witty remark that's gone viral on international fan pages, sparking enthusiastic reactions among fans. It's been confirmed that this memorable line came from a real-life interaction with a fan, not from a drama script.
D.O.'s Remark: A Delightful Fan Reaction
According to the KpopNewsTranslation Facebook page on October 22, a fan told Do Kyungsoo, "Ah, it's really hard living as a woman..." to which he replied, "If you were my woman, it wouldn't be hard... (through gritted teeth)." This comment became a huge topic on the Korean online community Theqoo (더쿠), with fans reacting to his serious yet humorous demeanor, saying things like, "Even though he's saying it through gritted teeth, you can feel his effort," and "His expression is so funny."
"Even though he's saying it through gritted teeth, you can feel his effort. That's a skill in itself."https://www.facebook.com/KpopNewsTranslation/posts/pfbid02CzSAANF7dFJB9PqEmRsFP6U6ym5p2fwX7EThjTuxo2bbyv7XxFccXP7r2XzoqNePl
"No matter how tightly you clench your lips, it's no use!"
"Kyungsoo is so cute LOLOLOLOLOLOL"— Theqoo (더쿠) Community Reactions
The Polarizing Trend of Romantic Comedies
Meanwhile, a distinct K-drama trend that strongly divides viewers is also gaining attention. KpopNewsTranslation highlighted dramas that "those who love them are enthusiastic, while those who dislike them can't watch them at all," mentioning titles like What's Wrong with Secretary Kim, Business Proposal, King the Land, and Just One Bite. Despite starring popular actors such as Park Seojun (박서준), Park Minyoung (박민영), Ahn Hyoseop (안효섭), Kim Sejeong (김세정), Lee Junho (이준호), YoonA (윤아), Jang Kiyong (장기용), and Ahn Eunjin (안은진), these works have shown distinctly mixed reviews depending on individual viewer preferences.
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Upcoming and Trending K-Drama News
Beyond these, a variety of other K-drama news continues to emerge. tvN's new forensic mystery drama Unnatural, starring Lee Jinwook (이진욱) and YoonA (윤아), is targeting a 2027 broadcast. YoonA will play forensic pathologist Song Doeun, while Lee Jinwook takes on the role of the cool-headed UDI Center expert Gu Seung Hyuk. Additionally, Ahn Hyoseop's (안효섭) new JTBC drama Final Table is set to premiere on October 24. For his role as chef Kang Han, who strives to save a restaurant, Ahn Hyoseop underwent thorough preparation, researching cooking competition shows and practicing actual culinary skills. The romantic comedy Make Me Tingle, starring Nam Jihyun (남지현) and Kim Jaeyoung (김재영), was released last week on Viki Latin America, telling the story of two individuals with differing views on love and desire. Notably, the Netflix drama Tantara, starring Song Hyekyo (송혜교) and Gong Yoo (공유), will depict the stories of people chasing their entertainment industry dreams from the 1960s to the 1980s, with a 22-episode release planned for December 2026. Shin Minah (신민아) also garnered attention by revealing aspects of her newlywed life with Kim Woobin (김우빈) and is set to meet viewers on November 4 with the Disney+ series The Remarried Empress.
With K-pop idol-turned-actors making significant strides, a diverse range of K-dramas across various genres is capturing the anticipation of both domestic and international viewers. As OTT platforms like Netflix and Viki make these shows easily accessible to global fans, K-drama's influence is expected to expand even further.
