Finally, after news of a Chinese “Running Man” (“Run, Brother”) was confirmed earlier in May of this year, the Chinese version of the popular Korean variety show is set for launch on October 10. The show is a collaborative effort between the Korean and Chinese production teams, and with a star-studded Chinese cast, including Deng… Continue reading “Running Man” Cast to Appear on TV Premiere of Chinese “Running Man”
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Jo Jung Suk Sweats Getting Close to Song Ji Hyo on “Running Man”
“Running Man” recently revealed stills for the upcoming October 5 episode of the show, guest starring “My Love My Bride” stars Jo Jung Suk and Shin Min Ah. In the episode, Jo Jung Suk finds his variety show character in his innocence. Paired with Song Ji Hyo for a noodle “Peppero Game,” the actor starts to… Continue reading Jo Jung Suk Sweats Getting Close to Song Ji Hyo on “Running Man”
Park Hae Jin and Ma Dong Suk Buddy Up Behind-the-Scenes of “Bad Guys”
On October 4, the production team for OCN’s “Bad Guys” dropped some behind-the-scenes shots of actors Ma Dong Suk and Park Hae Jin taking a break between cuts, having broken out of their respective mobster and psychopath roles. The word is that the pair keeps the set crew on their toes, with their quick transitions… Continue reading Park Hae Jin and Ma Dong Suk Buddy Up Behind-the-Scenes of “Bad Guys”
“Modern Farmer” Band Name Incites Anger among EXO Fans
SBS’ upcoming weekend drama “Modern Farmer” has been getting flak from EXO fans. The drama is about the comical episodes of a rock band that decides to move to the countryside and farm, starring FTISLAND’s Lee Hongki, Honey Lee, Lee Si Eon, Park Min Woo, and Kwak Dong Yeon. EXO fans have raised their voices… Continue reading “Modern Farmer” Band Name Incites Anger among EXO Fans
2NE1’s “Baddest Female” CL Finally Joins Twitter
2NE1’s CL has officially joined Twitter! On October 4, member Dara announced this on her own Twitter, welcoming CL and inviting everyone to follow “the baddest female.” CL also sent out her first Tweet, making a call for all the “gzbz” and “blackjackz” out there. This makes CL the last member of 2NE1 to join… Continue reading 2NE1’s “Baddest Female” CL Finally Joins Twitter
Song Kang Ho and Shim Eun Kyung Take Home Best Actor Awards at Buil Film Awards
On October 3, the 23rd Buil Film Awards were held at the Haeundae Grand Hotel in Busan, also the second day of the 19th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). At the ceremony, director Kim Han Min’s record-breaking film “Roaring Currents” was awarded ‘best film.’ (See: “Roaring Currents” Sets Record For First Korean Movie to Reach 16… Continue reading Song Kang Ho and Shim Eun Kyung Take Home Best Actor Awards at Buil Film Awards
EXO’s D.O Creates Hilarious Remake of S.E.S “I’m Your Girl” MV
On the October 3 episode of “EXO 90:2014,” where EXO remakes music videos of ’90s Korean pop stars, EXO’s D.O unveiled his remake of S.E.S’ “I’m Your Girl” music video. Before the video was shown, D.O explained, “The song lyrics are really obsessive.” In the short preview of the video that followed, D.O is shown… Continue reading EXO’s D.O Creates Hilarious Remake of S.E.S “I’m Your Girl” MV
“Plus Nine Boys” Could Be Facing Broadcast Prohibition Due to Alleged Plagiarism
[tv]Watch Plus Nine Boys on SoompiTV![/tv] On October 2, writer Lee Jung Joo of the musical “Exit 9” put in a request for an injunction preventing the broadcast of “Plus Nine Boys,” allegedly a plagiarized work based on the musical. The writer said, “I met with the drama producers and the CJ law team, but… Continue reading “Plus Nine Boys” Could Be Facing Broadcast Prohibition Due to Alleged Plagiarism
SM Stocks Take a Dip Following Jessica’s Departure from Girls’ Generation
In the wake of Jessica’s departure from Girl’s Generation, which was accompanied by rumors of marriage as well as conflict between the girl group members, SM Entertainment stocks have taken a dip. From September 29 to October 1, the shares fell 3,350 won from 40,750 won to 37,400 won, which was the market closing price on October 1.… Continue reading SM Stocks Take a Dip Following Jessica’s Departure from Girls’ Generation
Seo Taiji Responds to “Sogyeokdong” Plagiarism Accusations
In the midst of a great initial response for Seo Taiji and IU’s “Sogyeokdong,” IU’s recently released version of the song having swept the charts, Korean media recently reported that some have put forward questions of plagiarism. Some netizens have posted on various sites, drawing comparisons between Seo Taiji and IU’s “Sogyeokdong” and Scotland group Chvrches’ “The… Continue reading Seo Taiji Responds to “Sogyeokdong” Plagiarism Accusations