1. My Royal Nemesis

Release: May 8, 2026 | Network: Netflix, SBS | Episodes: 14 | Genre: Period Drama, Romance, Comedy, Fantasy

Cast: Lim Ji Yeon, Heo Nam Jun, Jang Seung Jo, Lee Se Hee

Director: Han Tae Seob

My Royal Nemesis K-drama poster starring Lim Ji Yeon

Kang Dan Shim, a real villain from the Joseon era, gets poisoned and passes away, only to wake up in 2026 as Shin Seo Ri, a struggling actress on the set of a period drama. She crosses paths with a cold-hearted chaebol named Cha Se Gye, and the two develop a fierce love-hate relationship that spans centuries. Lim Ji Yeon's casting as a Joseon villain turned modern-day heroine is generating serious buzz. If you loved Mr. Queen, this one is for you.

2. The Legend of Kitchen Soldier

Release: May 11, 2026 | Network: TVING, tvN, Viki, HBO Max | Episodes: 12 | Genre: Food, Military, Comedy, Fantasy

Cast: Park Ji Hoon, Lee Sang Yi, Yoon Kyung Ho, Han Dong Hee, Lee Hong Nae, Jung Woong In, Kim Mun Gi

Director: Jo Nam Hyung

The Legend of Kitchen Soldier K-drama Park Ji Hoon

Kang Sung Jae joins the military hoping to earn a living after his father's death, but finds himself presented with a game-like quest to become an army cook. As he clears each level, he unlocks deeper secrets about the military, including those concerning his father's passing. A cooking-themed military K-drama with fantasy RPG elements that is as heartwarming as it is unique.

3. Azure Spring

Release: May 11, 2026 | Network: MBN+, Kocowa+, Viu | Episodes: 6 | Genre: Adventure, Life, Youth, Drama

Cast: Kang Sang Jun, Yeri (Red Velvet), Ko Ju Hee

Director: Jung Hun Soo

Azure Spring K-drama Yeri Red Velvet

Seo An Na once dreamed of being a popular swimmer, but an injury forced her to give up that dream and return to her hometown. There she meets Yun Deok Hyeon, who is running from his own past. Together, they form an unforgettable team of haenyeos (divers), finding healing and second chances. A compact 6-episode drama starring Yeri of Red Velvet.

4. The WONDERfools

Release: May 15, 2026 | Network: Netflix | Episodes: 8 | Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy

Cast: Park Eun Bin, Cha Eun Woo, Choi Dae Hoon, Im Sung Jae, Kim Hae Sook, Son Hyun Joo

Director: Yoo In Shik

The WONDERfools K-drama poster starring Park Eun Bin and Cha Eun Woo

Set in 1999 with doomsday fear running rampant, a neighbourhood of Haeseong City ends up with unlikely superheroes. Eun Chae Ni, Son Gyeong Un, and Kang Ro Bin gain superpowers and must save their city. With Park Eun Bin and Cha Eun Woo leading the cast, this Netflix original is the biggest K-drama premiere of the month. Perfect weekend binge material.

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