Kick off the new year with tvN Asia and its January 2024 programs, featuring a lineup of must-watch Kdramas and exciting variety shows. From the gripping drama and thriller “My Happy Ending” to the unique romantic tale of “Yumi’s Cells,” viewers are in for a treat. Plus, don’t miss the exclusive variety show “NANA Tour with SEVENTEEN” for a wild, unscripted adventure. Stay tuned for ongoing programs like “The Genius Paik 2” and “King of Karaoke: VS,” wrapping up this January with thrilling finales. Join tvN Asia for a month packed with entertainment!
2024 January Programs Highlight on tvN Asia
Must-watch Kdramas on tvN Asia in January 2024
My Happy Ending
Premiere: December 31, 2023
On Air: Every Sunday and Monday at 9.15 PM SGT
Total episode: 16
Finale: February 19, 2024
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Cast: Son Ho-jun, Jang Na-ra, So Yi-hyun, Lee Ki-taek
Seo Jae Won‘s life is a blend of professional triumph and personal fulfillment. As the CE O of a thriving furniture business and a social media influencer with a following of over a million, she’s a figure of success. She brings on board designer Yoon Teo as her company’s design head. In her private life, she cherishes her family, including her affectionate husband, Heo Soon Young, and their delightful child. Known for his gentle nature and rare outbursts, Soon Young places his family above all after marriage.
Meanwhile, Kwon Yun Jin, an alumna of the same university art department as Jae Won, is navigating through a challenging phase marked by her divorce and a declining art career. Reconnecting with Jae Won, she finds herself envious of Jae Won’s seemingly flawless life. However, Jae Won’s world shifts as she encounters betrayal from those she trusts and uncovers hidden secrets within her circle.
Yumi’s Cells
Premiere: January 23, 2024
On Air: Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 9.15 PM SGT
Total episode: 14
Finale: March 6, 2024
Genre: Drama, Romance
In the intricate and often overlooked network of cells that govern human existence, the story of Kim Yoo Mi unfolds, revealing the unseen marvels within. On the surface, Yoo Mi mirrors the life of an average single working woman, but beneath her ordinary exterior, an extraordinary drama plays out at a cellular level.
Recently, Yoo Mi experienced a heart-wrenching breakup, plunging her love cells into a deep coma. As other cells in her body tirelessly strive to reawaken these dormant cells, Yoo Mi remains entrenched in daily life’s monotony, her heart still aching and devoid of new romantic possibilities. However, the status quo of Yoo Mi’s love cells faces a turning point with the entry of Goo Woong, a game developer who struggles with expressing his emotions. Unaccustomed to love, Goo Woong’s encounter with Yoo Mi ignites a change, catalyzing a reaction that gradually revives Yoo Mi’s love cells.
As Goo Woong’s own love cells begin to stir and interact with Yoo Mi’s, an intriguing dynamic develops between them. The hard work of their respective cells draws them closer, creating a bond that transcends their individual experiences. This unique cellular activity asks: Can this intricate, microscopic effort forge a lasting connection between two hearts? The answer lies in the unfolding journey of Yoo Mi and Goo Woong, guided by the tireless efforts of their dedicated cells.
Also read: 6 Fun Facts about New Korean Drama ‘Yumi’s Cells’ Starring Kim Go Eun
tvN Exclusive Variety Show in January 2024
NANA Tour with SEVENTEEN
Premiere: January 5
On Air: Every Friday at 8.00 PM SGT
Total episode: 6
Finale: February 14, 2024
Genre: Variety, Reality Show
Cast: SEVENTEEN, Na Yong-seok
SEVENTEEN was sent on a trip without any plans or preparation! With Na PD as the guide, this tour will be a chaotic adventure filled with travels and games surpassing everyone’s imagination.
For customers who are desperate for a relaxing break away from their tight schedule, PD Na, a 20-year veteran of travel entertainment shows, got a new job as a tour guide. NANA TOUR’s first customers are the professional idols SEVENTEEN, who have never travelled to Europe as a group in the 10 years they spent together!
“The ultimate entertainment package tour of the customer, by the customer, and for the customer!”
Ongoing Programs & Finale on January 2024
The Genius Paik 2
On Air: Every Thursday, 10.30 SGT
Total episode: 11
Finale: January 18, 2024
Genre: Variety, Reality Show
Cast: Paik Jong-won, Lee Jang-woo, Yuri, John Park, Lee Kyu-hyung, Fabri, Hyo-yeon, Eric
The top Korean restaurateur Paik Jong-won is back with a team of A-list celebrities, accepting the challenge of starting a Korean restaurant and introducing Korean cuisine to the globe in an unfamiliar country.
King of Karaoke: VS
On Air: Every Friday, 10.30 PM SGT
Total episode: 10
Finale: January 26, 2024
Genre: Variety, Reality Show
Cast: Wooyoung, Seo Eun-kwang, Soyou, ONESTAR, Roy Kim, Parc Jae-jung, Kim Min-seok, YoungK, GIRIBOY, Car, the garden, Jo Jung-sik
Watch the exciting show on tvN Asia this January 2024. “VS,” which stands for “Vocal” and “Showdown,” is a survival show where participants showcase their singing abilities and compete against each other through karaoke to win a grand prize of 100 million won.
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