Here’s a complete guide to 3 new Korean drama series that will premiere in May 2026:

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MAY 8 | My Royal Nemesis

Genre: Romantic comedy
Also known as: Brave New World; Wicked World
Synopsis: A notorious villainess from Joseon who is sentenced to death, suddenly wakes up in the body of a struggling actress in the year 2026 and clashes with a ruthless chaebol heir.
No. of episodes: 14
Cast: Lim Ji Yeon, Heo Nam Jun
Screenwriter: Kang Hyun Joo
Director: Han Tae Seob
Network: SBS TV
Streaming platform: TBA
Date: May 8, 2026

Trailer and more updates here.

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MAY 11 | The Legend of Kitchen Soldier

Genre: Military comedy
Also known as: Becoming A Cooking Soldier Legend
Synopsis: A young man who enlists in the military to escape the harsh reality of life, unexpectedly rises into a legendary cook. It is based on the webtoon, Kitchen Soldier, by J Robin.
No. of episodes: 12
Cast: Park Ji Hoon, Yoon Kyung Ho, Han Dong Hee, Lee Hong Nae
Screenwriter: Choi Ryong
Director: Jo Nam Hyung
Network: TVING
Streaming platform: TBA
Date: May 11, 2026

Trailer and more updates here.

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Fifties Professionals

Genre: Action, Comedy
Synopsis: Three middle-aged men with prominent positions in their respective fields, now live on a remote island and discover a mystery buried for a decade while navigating the realities of aging.
No. of episodes: 8
Cast: Shin Ha Kyun, Oh Jung Se, Heo Sung Tae
Screenwriter: Jang Won Seob
Director: Han Dong Hwa
Network: MBC
Streaming platform: TBA
Date: May 2026

Trailer and more updates here.

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