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  • Award-Winning Korean Series ‘Made in Korea’ Returns to Disney+ Philippines on September 9

    Award-Winning Korean Series ‘Made in Korea’ Returns to Disney+ Philippines on September 9

    When a fallen prosecutor returns after nine years of plotting his revenge, a new battlefield will emerge in Made in Korea Season 2 – coming September 9 exclusively on Disney+.

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    Named one of TIME’s “most anticipated K-dramas of 2026” Made in Korea Season 2 follows Baek Kitae as he continues his rise to power after framing prosecutor Jang Geonyoung. Now the Deputy Director of the Korean CIA (KCIA), Kitae continues to grow his wealth and influence, expanding his drug operations across the region. But with political turmoil and discontent spreading, Kitae’s old foe Geonyoung will step out from the shadows to exact his revenge nine years in the making. With more at stake than ever before, Geonyoung and Kitae will break every rule and cross every line to eliminate the other once and for all in this fast-paced second installment.

    Made in Korea Season 2 sees the return of Hyun Bin (Crash Landing on You, Confidential Assignment) as Baek Kitae, Jung Woosung (12.12: The Day, Hunt) as framed prosecutor Jang Geonyoung, and Woo Dohwan (Bloodhounds, Mr. Plankton) as Kitae’s brother Baek Kihyun. Season 2is written by Season 1 writer Park Eunkyo (The Silent Sea, Mother), directed by Season 1 director Woo Minho (The Man Standing Next, Inside Men), and produced by Hive Media Corp (Inside Men, The Man Standing Next, 12.12: The Day).

    Made in Korea Season 2 will debut with a two-episode premiere on September 9, with two new episodes premiering each Wednesday through September 23.

    Making headlines as the number one most viewed Korean Original premiere of 2025 on Disney+ in APAC, Made in KoreaSeason 1 followed Baek Kitae, an ambitious KCIA agent living a double life. Driven by his thirst for power, Kitae worked as a government agent by day while running a highly illegal operation by night. Smart, suave, cunning and capable, Kitae rapidly moved up the ranks after using his smuggling operation to consolidate power, protect his brother, and generate vast sums of money for the agency. Seemingly unstoppable, only one thing stood in his way – a tenacious prosecutor who refused to be bought, bribed or reasoned with. With everything at stake for both men, the series followed the duo as they battled to take each other down.

    Fans of adrenaline-spiking dramas can sign up to Disney+ today to enjoy all six episodes of Made in Korea Season 1, as well as other hit dramas including A Shop for Killers Season 1 and 2, The Manipulated, about a man who seeks revenge after being falsely convicted of a heinous crime; Tempest about a dangerous conspiracy that threatens the stability of the Korean Peninsula, and so much more.

    Stream Made in Korea Season 2 from September 9 and Season 1 today, exclusively on Disney+.

  • “Made In Korea” Season 2 First Look: Hyun Bin Returns in Dark Disney+ K-Drama

    “Made In Korea” Season 2 First Look: Hyun Bin Returns in Dark Disney+ K-Drama

    A Darker Chapter Emerges

    In a striking reveal that instantly sparks excitement, Disney+ has released the first images from Made In Korea Season 2—and the tone is unmistakably darker, sharper, and more charged than ever. Returning leads Hyun Bin, Jung Woosung, and Woo Dohwan step back into a world where power is fragile and loyalty comes at a cost.

    With anticipation already building, the series has earned a spot on TIME’s list of “most anticipated K-dramas of 2026,” signaling a major comeback for the gripping political thriller.

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    The Story Picks Up—Years Later

    Set nine years after the explosive events of Season 1, the new installment finds Baek Kitae at the height of his dominance. Wealthy, influential, and deeply entrenched in the corridors of power, he appears untouchable. Yet, beneath the surface, tension simmers.

    Enter Jang Geonyoung—the relentless prosecutor who refuses to let the past stay buried. Though previously imprisoned, his resolve remains unbroken, setting the stage for a collision that feels both inevitable and dangerous.

    An unstoppable rise meets unwavering resistance. As their paths cross once again, the foundations of Korea’s power structure begin to tremble, hinting at consequences that could change everything.

    Familiar Faces, Elevated Performances

    Hyun Bin (Crash Landing On You, Confidential Assignment) returns with commanding presence as Baek Kitae, portraying a man shaped by ambition and shadowy choices. Opposite him, Jung Woosung (12.12: The Day, Hunt) delivers intensity as Jang Geonyoung, a figure driven by justice at any cost.

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    Woo Dohwan (Bloodhounds, Mr. Plankton) reprises his role as Baek Kihyun, bringing emotional depth to the story as Kitae’s brother and closest ally.

    Behind the camera, the original creative team reunites, adding continuity and depth to the narrative. Writer Park Eunkyo and director Woo Minho once again collaborate, with Hive Media Corp steering production—ensuring the same cinematic quality that defined the first season.

    Revisiting a Record-Breaking Beginning

    Season 1 left a lasting impression, becoming the most viewed Korean Original premiere on Disney+ in the APAC region in 2025 (based on 28-day viewership). Its layered storytelling and morally complex characters resonated widely.

    At the heart of it all was Baek Kitae—a man balancing life as a KCIA agent while secretly running an illegal empire. His calculated ascent was matched by the persistence of Jang Geonyoung, a prosecutor immune to corruption. Their battle unfolded as a tense game of strategy, where every move carried weight.

    Season 2 builds on this foundation, raising the stakes with deeper conflicts and sharper twists.

    What to Expect Next

    The newly released images hint at a season filled with intrigue, shifting alliances, and high-impact confrontations. Every glance, every shadow, suggests that the balance of power is about to shift once more.

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    Details remain under wraps for now, but one thing is clear—Made In Korea Season 2 is gearing up for a compelling return that fans won’t want to miss.

    Watch and Catch Up

    While waiting for the next chapter, viewers can stream Made In Korea Season 1 exclusively on Disney+. It’s the perfect way to revisit the story before the tension rises again in Season 2.