We were all excited for Lee Bo Young’s long-awaited return to television, and the heart wrenching and thrilling “Mother” has certainly delivered. It’s emotional, frustrating, and sometimes difficult to watch as the adorable Hye Na (played by Heo Yool) suffers in an abusive family, but the other side of this drama is beautiful, filled with… Continue reading 6 Things We Loved And 3 Things We Hated About “Mother” Episodes 1-4
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Secondary K-Drama Couples From 2017 We Need More Of
It’s hardly breaking news that the secondary couples of K-dramas can be just as gripping as the leads and are often the reason viewers stay with dramas they had almost given up. In the past, we’ve had Yoo Jung and Hak Chan from “Reply 1997,” Ga Eul and Lee Jeong from “Boys Over Flowers,” and… Continue reading Secondary K-Drama Couples From 2017 We Need More Of
QUIZ: Which “Hwayugi” Character Are You?
Do you see a bit of yourself in a character from “Hwayugi”? Hopefully not any of the many homicidal tendencies they seem to share. Take this quiz to see which character you resemble the most! Watch “Hwayugi”: [viki]https://www.viki.com/videos/1123028v-hwayugi-episode-1?utm_source=soompi&utm_medium=soompi_news&utm_campaign=soompi_link&utm_content=quiz-hwayugi-character&utm_content_id=1105581wpp[/viki] MizWest is an English Teaching Assistant with way too much time on her hands. When she’s not watching… Continue reading QUIZ: Which “Hwayugi” Character Are You?
QUIZ: What Does 2018 Have In Store For You?
No matter how 2017 has treated you, it’s over now! And 2018 is just getting started, so how about a look into the future to see what’s in store for you? Will it be romance? Are you in for success? Take the quiz below to find out! The quiz is temporarily unavailable, but will be back… Continue reading QUIZ: What Does 2018 Have In Store For You?
The Most Memorable K-Drama Directors From 2017 And Their Unique Style
As another year in dramaland draws to a close, we look back on the gifts that 2017 bestowed upon us. Strong characterization, beautiful cinematography, gripping plots, and engaging performances. This year we saw a notable growth in style and delivery from some of our favorite directors, whilst sticking to the staples we recognize from their… Continue reading The Most Memorable K-Drama Directors From 2017 And Their Unique Style
First Impressions: “Hwayugi” Brings Sharp Wit, Fantastic Performances, And Thrilling Fantasy
The classic tale of “Journey to the West” is retold as a Korean drama with Lee Seung Gi in his first role since leaving the army and an exciting combination of CGI and special effects. The latest addition to your list of favorite dramas, “Hwayugi” combines sharp wit, fantastic performances, and thrilling fantasy to keep you… Continue reading First Impressions: “Hwayugi” Brings Sharp Wit, Fantastic Performances, And Thrilling Fantasy
8 Of The Best Bad Boys From 2017 K-Dramas
2017 just keeps delivering lovable villains, misunderstood bad boys, and charismatic antagonists. Continuing on from our list of 8 K-Drama Villains Of 2017 Who Have Stolen Our Hearts, here are eight more to keep you going till 2018. Song Dae Whee, “School 2017” — played by Jang Dong Yoon The two male leads of “School… Continue reading 8 Of The Best Bad Boys From 2017 K-Dramas
7 Korean Movies That Would Make Great Dramas
There is no shortage of great narratives in the world of Korean dramas, with new shows released quick enough to give us all whiplash. It always seems that, as we’re still processing the emotional roller coasters of current dramas, five new shows come along to torture our hearts some more. Nonetheless, we could always use more, and… Continue reading 7 Korean Movies That Would Make Great Dramas
QUIZ: Can You Correctly Guess Which K-Pop Idols Took These Pictures?
With camera phones and Instagram these days, everyone’s a photographer! But in particular, some idols have shown a flare for taking pictures that have caught our attention. Can you guess which idol took these snaps? The quiz is temporarily unavailable, but will be back shortly! Check our Twitter and Facebook for updates. Hey Soompiers, how… Continue reading QUIZ: Can You Correctly Guess Which K-Pop Idols Took These Pictures?
K-Pop Artists With The Most Visually Stunning Music Videos
K-pop music videos are always spectacularly colorful, beautifully shot, or simply used to showcase the beauty of Korean idols, whose close-ups are often artworks in and of themselves. Many of us may have been drawn into the worlds of the groups we now adore by their music videos alone, only later learning their song lyrics,… Continue reading K-Pop Artists With The Most Visually Stunning Music Videos