We have some exciting updates from the 2015 Soompi Award’s official sponsor Secret9! Secret9 recently wrapped up their winter session of their K-pop training winter camp, and let us in on all the details of camp life. The camp ran from February 1-26. Campers were able to participate in training sessions which improved their vocal… Continue reading Looking Back: Secret9’s K-Pop Winter Training Camp
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Tournament: New Generation of Flower Boys Round Two
Welcome back to Soompi’s Flower Boy Tournament, featuring all the newest and brightest rookie idol group visuals, plus the hottest young faces in K-dramas today! The first round ended on March 14, and boy, was it a doozy! There were few surprises in the K-pop category, with the frontrunner visuals from WINNER, GOT7, BTS, and iKON taking the lead… Continue reading Tournament: New Generation of Flower Boys Round Two
Tournament: New Generation of Flower Boys Round One
Ah, flower boys. Whether it’s their beautiful faces, great physique, unique personal charms, or some combination of the three, one thing is for sure – flower boys are irresistible. Here on Soompi, we’ve always provided plenty of coverage to the established flower boys of Korean entertainment. Today, we think it’s time to turn our attention to the rising stars… Continue reading Tournament: New Generation of Flower Boys Round One
Giveaway: 6 Steps to Achieving Your Favorite Idol’s Skin
Have you ever wondered how on Earth your bias looks so perfect, so naturally as you browse through photos? While in the West, there is a tendency to simply cover up your flaws with makeup, in the East, the philosophy is different – take care of your skin and beauty ensues. Here are six simple… Continue reading Giveaway: 6 Steps to Achieving Your Favorite Idol’s Skin
Soompi is Hiring: Chinese Entertainment Features Writer
Love Chinese/Taiwanese/Hong Kong entertainment and want to share that with the world in written form? You’re in luck! Soompi is looking to hire a Chinese Entertainment Features writer that will focus mainly on dramas. If you join our team, not only will you have an excuse to watch more television, but you will polish your… Continue reading Soompi is Hiring: Chinese Entertainment Features Writer
8 Romantic Korean Phrases You Must Know for Valentine’s Day!
While young Koreans may not use the terms “Netflix and chill” or “OTP” to describe their love lives, they definitely have their own of-the-moment slang that they use to talk about their boyfriends, girlfriends, or dating situation. Since it’s Valentine’s Day, how about learning some romantic lingo? Let’s check them out below! Mil-dang (밀당) Mil-da… Continue reading 8 Romantic Korean Phrases You Must Know for Valentine’s Day!
Secret9’s Summer Camp Is Starting, and You Need to Be a Part of It!
Secret9, the official sponsor of the 2015 Soompi Awards, is now accepting applications for the summer session of their K-pop training camp! And girl group Stellar wants YOU to sign up! Secret9 is a K-pop training camp that offers coaching by professional trainers who are training current idols and trainees. Anyone can take dance classes or… Continue reading Secret9’s Summer Camp Is Starting, and You Need to Be a Part of It!
Giveaway: Tell Us What You Think About Soompi and Win a $50 Gift Certificate!
Hey Soompiers! We’re always looking for new ways to bring you more of the stuff that you love, and we want your help! Take our quick survey (10 minutes, max!) and let us know what you want to see. As a thank you, we’ll choose three people to win a $50 gift certificate from Kpoptown!… Continue reading Giveaway: Tell Us What You Think About Soompi and Win a $50 Gift Certificate!
Soompi and Star Daily News Announce Exclusive Partnership
Soompi is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership with Star Daily News! Star Daily News is a leading Korean entertainment media company that specializes in all the latest news, photos, and videos on the leading K-pop and K-drama stars. Established in 2010, Star Daily News has developed a reputation as a trustworthy news outlet that… Continue reading Soompi and Star Daily News Announce Exclusive Partnership
Secret9’s K-pop Training Camp: A Day in the Life of a Camp Participant
Secret9, the official sponsor of the 2015 Soompi Awards, is wrapping up the application process for the winter/spring session of their K-pop training camp! Secret9 is a K-pop training camp that offers coaching by professional trainers who are training current idols and trainees. Anyone can take dance classes or take voice lessons, right? But Secret9’s… Continue reading Secret9’s K-pop Training Camp: A Day in the Life of a Camp Participant