After the epic finale of “Grand Prince” last week, you might find yourself experiencing the sadness, emptiness, and plain boredom that inevitably set in after the end of a great K-drama. If this is how you feel: Then you’re probably going through “Grand Prince” withdrawal. Thankfully, there’s an easy fix: start watching another K-drama, of course! Not sure where to turn… Continue reading Rival Brothers And Dramatic Lovers: K-Dramas You Need To Watch After “Grand Prince”
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“Grand Prince” Finale Delivers Closure Along With Plenty Of Action And Tragedy
After weeks of schemes, heartbreaks, and betrayals, TV Chosun’s “Grand Prince” has finally drawn to a close. We knew that Prince Jin Yang (Joo Sang Wook) was not going to give up the throne without a fight, and we were not disappointed by the ensuing action and drama in the finale, which capped off “Grand Prince” with plenty of emotion-packed scenes, as… Continue reading “Grand Prince” Finale Delivers Closure Along With Plenty Of Action And Tragedy
10 Candid Songs In Which Idols Showed Us Their Vulnerable Sides
Beautiful, talented, and composed, K-pop idols are often seen as images of perfection. But this is rarely the full picture, and even our favorite idols have insecurities and struggles that make them feel vulnerable, whether it’s how they look, their past mistakes, the pressure of the spotlight, or something else entirely. The artists in this list… Continue reading 10 Candid Songs In Which Idols Showed Us Their Vulnerable Sides
8 Weird K-Pop Tropes That You Didn’t Realize Happen In Almost Every MV
There are some themes and scenes that are familiar in K-pop music videos: idols posing in fancy cars, partying the night away, and even dancing in parking garages. But there are also some more obscure and downright odd tropes that have, for whatever reason, become inexplicably pervasive in K-pop MVs. They may be a bit nonsensical, but don’t be… Continue reading 8 Weird K-Pop Tropes That You Didn’t Realize Happen In Almost Every MV
The Beginning Of An End: 9 Emotion-Filled K-Pop Songs About Falling Out Of Love
The end of a relationship is never easy, no matter what the ultimate reason for the breakup is. But sometimes nothing in particular goes wrong, and two people simply find that they are no longer in love. There’s something especially poignant about this type of ending, and these K-pop artists have given voice to those feelings of emptiness and… Continue reading The Beginning Of An End: 9 Emotion-Filled K-Pop Songs About Falling Out Of Love
13 Latin-Infused K-Pop Songs That You Need In Your Life
K-pop may be Korean, but like all genres of music, it often draws inspiration from other styles and cultures. Notably, the consistent success of Latin-influenced K-pop songs, from sultry tango numbers to lit dance tracks, points to how beautifully these two genres fit together. From the multitude of K-pop songs that are influenced by Latin rhythms, melodies, instruments, and… Continue reading 13 Latin-Infused K-Pop Songs That You Need In Your Life
10 Reasons Why You Should Stop What You’re Doing And Stan PENTAGON Right Now
You’ve probably heard of PENTAGON, but you might not know much about them — which means that you’re missing out big time! The group is multi-talented, hilarious, and pure fun to watch. Basically, this is what it feels like to be a fan of PENTAGON: So keep reading, and you’ll discover exactly why you absolutely need to stan them right… Continue reading 10 Reasons Why You Should Stop What You’re Doing And Stan PENTAGON Right Now
Your Guide To The Palace: 20 Korean Words Every Historical Drama Fan Should Know
Even if you’ve picked up some Korean from K-dramas and K-pop, the language used in historical dramas is a whole different beast. Between the archaic Korean words and the multitude of confusing royal titles (what’s the difference between a Crown Prince and a Grand one, anyway?) there are many Korean phrases that are completely unique to sageuks. So… Continue reading Your Guide To The Palace: 20 Korean Words Every Historical Drama Fan Should Know
QUIZ: What Would Your Role In A Sageuk Be?
Scheming politicians, evil queens, Crown Princes, and long lost heirs… there are plenty of fascinating characters that populate our favorite Korean historical dramas, but which one would you be if you were in a sageuk? Let our quiz tell you your sageuk role — and whether you would survive the dramatic life of the palace! Which result… Continue reading QUIZ: What Would Your Role In A Sageuk Be?
7 Relatable Moments From “Grand Prince” Episodes 9 And 10 That We All Identified With
The characters of “Grand Prince” may hail from the bygone Joseon Dynasty, but that doesn’t stop them from being super relatable, even amid all the dramatic palace politics and romantic strife. Here are seven times from this week’s episodes when we related hard to these princes and ladies — see which ones you identify with! Warning: very light spoilers for Episodes 9… Continue reading 7 Relatable Moments From “Grand Prince” Episodes 9 And 10 That We All Identified With