by Gangnam Project (also known as Gangnam Project: A K-pop Story) is a Canadian teen musical comedy-drama that blends coming-of-age chaos with high-energy K-pop training-school drama. The series follows a Korean-Canadian teenager who heads to Seoul to connect with her roots, only to land inside the intense world of idol trainees.
Gangnam Project Quick Details
- Genre: Teen comedy-drama, musical
- Country: Canada
- Original network: CBC Gem
- Seasons: 2
- Total episodes: 20
- Episode runtime: Around 25 minutes
- Netflix (US) streaming: Season 1 available from January 30, 2026
What Is Gangnam Project About?
The story centers on Hannah Shin, a spirited Korean-Canadian teen with a secret dream of becoming a K-pop star. When she travels to South Korea hoping to connect with her heritage, she gets pulled into an elite entertainment-company training environment. Between strict rules, rivalry, and self-discovery, Hannah has to prove she belongs — not just as a fan, but as someone who can actually perform.
Main Cast
- Julia Kim Caldwell as Hannah Shin
- Brianna Kim as Chan-Mi
- Taran Kim
- Dale Yim
- Katie Griffin
Supporting Cast
The wider ensemble includes a mix of trainees, family, and industry figures who shape Hannah’s journey.
Creators, Music, and Production
- Creator / Showrunner: Sarah Haasz (with Romeo Candido)
- Directing: Justin Wu, Romeo Candido, Gloria Kim
- Music: August Rigo
- Filming location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
How Many Episodes Are There?
Gangnam Project currently has 2 seasons and 20 total episodes. Episodes are short and fast-paced, making it an easy binge if you like music-driven teen drama.
Where to Watch Gangnam Project
- Canada: CBC Gem (original platform)
- United States: Netflix (Season 1 begins streaming January 30, 2026)
Why People Are Watching
- The K-pop trainee world: pressure, performance, and rivalry
- Identity and belonging: culture, confidence, and finding your place
- Musical energy: songs, choreography, and idol-style storytelling
FAQs
Is Gangnam Project a K-drama? It is a Canadian series set partly in South Korea and built around K-pop culture (not a Korean-produced drama).
Who plays Hannah Shin? Julia Kim Caldwell.
When is it on Netflix? Netflix US lists Season 1 streaming from January 30, 2026.
