In an interview with Yonhap News on January 17, YG head Yang Hyun Suk discussed BIGBANG’s plans for this year, 2NE1’s disbandment, political scandals, and more. When asked about having BIGBANG, the agency’s biggest group, go on hiatus (excluding solo activity), Yang Hyun Suk said, “BIGBANG has grown to a scale the likes of which I… Continue reading Yang Hyun Suk Explains 2NE1’s Disbandment And BIGBANG’s 2017 Plans
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“The Legend Of The Blue Sea” Increases In Ratings Ahead Of Final Episode
With just one episode left to go, the January 19 episode of “The Legend of the Blue Sea” recorded 21 percent in nationwide viewership ratings, seeing a 2.7 percent increase from the previous episode. In the Seoul metropolitan area, the show recorded 22 percent viewership. The end of the series is near, and the story… Continue reading “The Legend Of The Blue Sea” Increases In Ratings Ahead Of Final Episode
Watch: Park Bo Young Makes Us Feel Her Wrath In New “Strong Woman Do Bong Soon” Teaser
JTBC has revealed a fun new teaser for “Strong Woman Do Bong Soon,” which will be taking over the time slot of “Solomon’s Perjury” on February 24. One of the most anticipated K-dramas of 2017, “Strong Woman Do Bong Soon” is a romance drama involving a woman named Do Bong Soon (Park Bo Young), a… Continue reading Watch: Park Bo Young Makes Us Feel Her Wrath In New “Strong Woman Do Bong Soon” Teaser
Lee Dong Wook Fans From Soompi Send Food Truck To “Goblin” Set
Fans of Lee Dong Wook from the Soompi forums, as well as others, successfully sent a snack truck to the set of “Goblin.” It was extremely difficult for fans to make this happen, as everything had to be done from abroad. However, with persistence and the help of Korean fans, they were able to show their appreciation… Continue reading Lee Dong Wook Fans From Soompi Send Food Truck To “Goblin” Set
Park Yoochun’s Accuser Receives Prison Sentence For False Accusation And Blackmail
A ruling has been made in the false accusation and blackmail case against the woman who sued Park Yoochun for sexual assault back in 2016. January 17, Judge Choi Jong Jin ruled in Park Yoochun’s favor during the first trial of the case, sentencing the woman, hereafter referred to as “A,” to two years in prison. Mr. Hwang,… Continue reading Park Yoochun’s Accuser Receives Prison Sentence For False Accusation And Blackmail
Breaking: Rain And Kim Tae Hee Are Getting Married
Rain and Kim Tae Hee are getting married! January 17, Rain posted a sweet handwritten letter on Instagram announcing his engagement to Kim Tae Hee. Here is Rain’s letter: “Hello, I hope everyone’s healthy this cold winter. “This is Jung Ji Hoon. “Already 16 years have passed since I debuted. The fans that were with… Continue reading Breaking: Rain And Kim Tae Hee Are Getting Married
TWICE Wins Digital Daesang At 31st Golden Disc Awards
January 13, rookie girl group TWICE took home the Digital Daesang (Grand Prize, Digital Song of the Year) at the 31st Golden Disc Awards. The group, following their debut hit “Like OOH-AHH” in 2015, continued the TWICE craze with their second mini album “Page Two” in 2016, featuring the title track “Cheer Up,” and then with… Continue reading TWICE Wins Digital Daesang At 31st Golden Disc Awards
Watch: The Performances From The 31st Golden Disc Awards Day 1
The 31st Golden Disc Awards Part 1 was held on January 13, and was graced by many of 2016’s top K-pop stars. The stars took to the stage to perform some of their biggest hits from 2016, and in addition to performances by Suzy x Baekhyun, TWICE, BLACKPINK, Bolbbalgan4, and more, the night also featured a… Continue reading Watch: The Performances From The 31st Golden Disc Awards Day 1
Winners Of The 31st Golden Disc Awards Day 1
Following the year-end award shows of 2016, some of the hottest 2016 K-pop stars got together again for Part 1 (Day 1) of the 31st Golden Disc Awards, held on January 13, 2017. Part 2 will be held on January 14. See also: Watch: The Performances From The 31st Golden Disc Awards Day 1 TWICE was the big… Continue reading Winners Of The 31st Golden Disc Awards Day 1
Brave Girls’ Yoojin Leaving Group, Hyeran To Go On Hiatus
Brave Entertainment has announced that Brave Girls’ Yoojin is leaving the group, while Hyeran is taking time off indefinitely. January 13, Brave Entertainment said, “We apologize for bearing bad news to all the fans that had been waiting for Brave Girls’ comeback for a long time. We’re officially announcing that Yoojin and Hyeran, who have… Continue reading Brave Girls’ Yoojin Leaving Group, Hyeran To Go On Hiatus