A year after the sinking of the Sewol ferry, several Korean celebrities publicly commemorated the dead and joined the families and friends of the deceased in mourning through social network sites. People all over Korea and the world have been remembering the devastating and needless loss of so many souls while displaying the symbol of… Continue reading Lee Min Ho, Park Shin Hye, G-Dragon and More Commemorate Sewol Tragedy on First Anniversary
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Jun Ji Hyun to Grace Covers of Several Asian Editions of Elle Magazine
Jun Ji Hyun‘s stunning 1970s-inspired photo shoot from April’s issue of Elle is scheduled to hit newsstands across Asia, illustrating her popularity throughout the continent as a leader of the Korean Wave. The photos have been chosen to grace the covers of upcoming editions of Elle in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Vietnam. The… Continue reading Jun Ji Hyun to Grace Covers of Several Asian Editions of Elle Magazine
Star-Studded Cast of “Tell Me One More Time” MV Congratulates Jinusean on Comeback
Jinusean finally returned after a 11-year hiatus on April 15 with their song “Tell Me One More Time,” and a behind-the-scenes video of their MV shoot shows the star-studded cast having a great time on set! Not only does rising star and YG trainee Jang Han Ha feature in the track, but the MV also… Continue reading Star-Studded Cast of “Tell Me One More Time” MV Congratulates Jinusean on Comeback
EXO and Red Velvet Bring In Record Number of Teen Viewers for “Hello Counselor”
The KBS talk show “Hello Counselor” managed to attract a record number of viewers from the most coveted demographic: teenagers! The April 13 episode of the show features members of the groups EXO and Red Velvet, who join the show’s panel to try to help people solve their problems. EXO’s Baekhyun, Chanyeol, and Chen and… Continue reading EXO and Red Velvet Bring In Record Number of Teen Viewers for “Hello Counselor”
Hong Jong Hyun Compares His Income to Kim Woo Bin’s on “Park Myung Soo’s Radio Show”
Actor and model Hong Jong Hyun is put in the hot seat on “Park Myung Soo’s Radio Show” when the eponymous host asks him a sensitive question on the April 15 episode. Park Myung Soo surprises Hong Jong Hyun by inquiring how much money he makes. Hong Jong Hyun is clearly embarrassed by the question,… Continue reading Hong Jong Hyun Compares His Income to Kim Woo Bin’s on “Park Myung Soo’s Radio Show”
Jaurim’s Kim Yoon Ah Is Back in the Studio; Possibly for Solo Album
Korean rock band Jaurim‘s vocalist Kim Yoon Ah is currently working on a new project, and rumor has it that it is her promised upcoming solo album! Kim Yoon Ah posted a photo of herself on her Instagram on April 13 with the caption, “Working in the studio on a special project.” She tweeted in… Continue reading Jaurim’s Kim Yoon Ah Is Back in the Studio; Possibly for Solo Album
Kim Sung Min’s Wife Asks for Leniency in Sentencing for Drug Charges
Actor Kim Sung Min recently pleaded guilty to charges of smuggling and possessing 0.8 grams of methaphetamine in 2014. He was also previously arrested for smuggling the drug from the Philippines in 2008. After he was arrested on March 11, his wife Lee Hanna said an interview that she blames herself for his drug problems.… Continue reading Kim Sung Min’s Wife Asks for Leniency in Sentencing for Drug Charges
Jung Ryeo Won Reveals Her Home and Four Cats on “Healing Camp”
It’s been a long time since she’s appeared on TV, but actress Jung Ryeo Won has come out of her self-professed period of “lying dormant” to appear on SBS‘s “Healing Camp” for a friend. While doing so, she gives her fans a glimpse into her daily life. On April 13’s episode, Jung Ryeo Won goes… Continue reading Jung Ryeo Won Reveals Her Home and Four Cats on “Healing Camp”
“Winter Sonata” Writers and Director Reunite to Make Sequel
Three masterminds behind the hugely popular drama “Winter Sonata” are reuniting to create a sequel. “Winter Sonata” was first aired on KBS in 2002, and is one of Korea’s most successful dramas overseas, particularly in Japan. It is often credited with launching the Korean Wave in many parts of Asia. Pan Entertainment, the production company… Continue reading “Winter Sonata” Writers and Director Reunite to Make Sequel
TaeTiSeo Gets the Party Started in New Teaser for Louis Quatorze “Music Drama”
Designer brand Louis Quatorze has released the second teaser for their upcoming video (called a “music drama”) featuring Girls’ Generation unit TaeTiSeo. The first teaser, which was posted on April 1, shows Taeyeon, Tiffany, and Seohyun at a fancy but subdued gathering where they are clearly admiring handbags on display. In contrast, the trio hits… Continue reading TaeTiSeo Gets the Party Started in New Teaser for Louis Quatorze “Music Drama”