The month of November has a lot in store for K-drama lovers as fan favourites The Fiery Priest and Zombieverse are making a comeback. There are also offbeat comedy dramas and thrillers in store. We have curated a list of some K-dramas that you need to add to your watch list for November.

Brewing Love

Release Date: November 4

 
Brewing Love unfolds as a former special forces soldier turned salesperson at a liquor company meets the CEO of a local brewery and unexpected romance brews between them. The romantic comedy stars Kim Se-Jeong and Lee Jon-Won in the lead roles.

Gangnam B-side

Release date: November 6

This is a perfect watch for the crime-drama lovers as it follows a detective, a broker and a prosecutor teaming up and chasing after a black connection. It stars Jo Woo-jin, Ji Chang-wook, Ha Yoon-kyung and Kim Hyeong-seo among others.

The Fiery Priest Season 2

Release Date: November 8

After the astounding response to the first season in 2019, there is much anticipation surrounding the release of The Fiery Priest Season 2. The drama unfolds as a Catholic priest dies in mysterious circumstances following which an NIS agent turned priest attempts to pin down the culprits. It features Kim Nam-gil, Kim Sung0kyun, Lee Hanee and Ko Jun.

Mr. Plankton
Release Date: November 8

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A man is accidentally born with the wrong name and is forced to be accompanied by the world’s most unlucky woman! The plot might sound quirky but the trailer promises on point comedy and drama. Mr. Plankton stars Woo Do-hwan, Lee Yoomi, Oh Jung-se and Kim Hae-sook.

Zombieverse Season 2

Release Date: November 19

A group of contestants gather to take part in a reality dating show but find themselves in the midst of a zombie outbreak. Zombieverse is coming back with its second season with several new members joining the cast such as Cho Saeho, Defconn, Taeyeon, Yook Sung Jae and Code Kunst among others.

When the Phone Rings

Release Date: November 22

Touted to be a thriller, this series is based on a couple in an arranged marriage who receive a threatening call from a kidnapper. It stars Yoo Yeon-seok, Chae Soo-bin, Heo Nam-jun and Jang Gyu-ri.

The Trunk

Release date: November 29

A mysterious trunk becomes the main plot of the show which revolves around two people under a one-year marriage contract. When they discover a mysterious trunk in a lake, their life takes an unexpected turn. The mystery drama features Seo Hyun-jin and Gong Yoo.

Today, November 1st, 2024, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turns 51, marking another milestone in a remarkable journey that spans beauty, motherhood, and cinematic brilliance. Known for her iconic performances, she’s admired for her talent and grace as well as for her dedication to her family—husband Abhishek Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya. To celebrate this Bollywood queen’s birthday, we’re looking back at her unforgettable roles in movies that earned Filmfare Awards, spotlighting her impact on Hindi cinema.

Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999)  

Aishwarya’s performance as Nandini, torn between love and familial duty, won her the Filmfare Best Actress In A Leading Role (Female) award. The movie also won Filmfare awards for Best Film, Best Director won by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and Best Playback Singer (Male) won by Udit Narayan, celebrated for its enchanting storytelling and memorable soundtrack.

Taal (1999)  

Playing Mansi, Aishwarya’s journey from a small-town singer to a star mesmerised audience. Taal earned six Filmfare awards, celebrated for its music and unique story. AR Rahman won the Filmfare Award for Best Music Director, with Alka Yagnik receiving Best Playback Singer (Female), and Anand Bakshi Best Lyricist, making it a memorable musical journey.

Devdas (2002)  

In this timeless tale, Aishwarya portrayed Paro, earning her second Filmfare Best Actress In A Leading Role (Female) award. The movie was a major success at Filmfare, winning Best Film, Best Actor In A Leading Role (Male) won by Shah Rukh Khan, Best Actor In A Supporting Role (Female) by Madhuri Dixit, Best Director by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and more, celebrated as a cinematic masterpiece.

Jodhaa Akbar (2008)

 
As Jodhaa Bai, Aishwarya’s regal role as the Rajput queen captured hearts. The film earned five Filmfare awards, with Ashutosh Gowariker winning Best Film and Best Director, Hrithik Roshan winning Best Actor In A Leading Role (Male), AR Rahman winning Best Background Score, and Javed Akhtar winning Best Lyricist, adding grandeur to this historical epic.

This birthday, we celebrate Aishwarya Rai’s journey and legacy in Bollywood, honouring the roles that have not only won awards but also etched her place in the hearts of millions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress for making unrealistic promises while failing to deliver on them in states like Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh, and Telangana. He emphasized that such false assurances harm the poor, youngsters, farmers, and women, and result in fiscal instability and diluted existing schemes.