If you’re looking for a romantic K-drama to warm you up during these last few weeks of winter, “Madame Antoine” is the drama for you. It might even teach you a little bit about psychology along the way. In no particular order, here are six reasons why you’ll definitely fall in love with “Madame Antoine.” 1.… Continue reading 6 Reasons You’ll Fall in Love With “Madame Antoine”
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9 Covers by Lee Hi You Need to Hear
As all the Hi Heels out there cling on to the edge of their seats anticipating Lee Hi‘s awaited comeback, we’ve compiled a list of some of her greatest covers. For someone who was discovered through a survival program, it is no surprise she has so many covers of famous songs (and a good amount… Continue reading 9 Covers by Lee Hi You Need to Hear
6 Lines By Song Joong Ki In “Descendants Of The Sun” That You Should Never Try At Home
Updated July 5 KST: So you may have heard. Song Joong Ki and Song Hye Kyo are getting married. According to acquaintances, they starting liking each other before “Descendants of the Sun” aired — while they were filming, most likely, since the drama was completely pre-produced. That brings us to the plethora of pick up lines… Continue reading 6 Lines By Song Joong Ki In “Descendants Of The Sun” That You Should Never Try At Home
9 of the Best Actor-Idol Couples in K-Entertainment
Idols and actors form a large part of the Korean entertainment population. While there are multiple idol-turned-actors and some actors that venture into singing, it seems that most of each group largely stick to their fortés with few forays into the other parts of the industry. As a result, it is comparatively rare to find idol-actor… Continue reading 9 of the Best Actor-Idol Couples in K-Entertainment
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – March Week 1
Even though the rest of the competition is catching up, GFRIEND’s “Rough” remains on top of our chart for the fourth straight week. This song picked up another three music show wins on Inkigayo, Music Bank, and Show Champion last week. In total, “Rough” has accumulated 15 music show wins, the kind of achievement even… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – March Week 1
One Size Does Not Fit All: A Call for Diversification of Body Types in Korean Media
In “Oh My Venus,” Kang Joo Eun (Shin Min Ah) is a smart, successful lawyer. She’s educated and ambitious. And, like many working adults, she’s gained some weight since her school days. Unfortunately, it’s this latter characterization of Kang Joo Eun — as a woman carrying extra pounds — that drives the plot, and thus, the character’s… Continue reading One Size Does Not Fit All: A Call for Diversification of Body Types in Korean Media
The Deets on “Refresh Man” Star Aaron Yan
No one’s better at making my heart go thump-thump than Aaron Yan! Perhaps I’ve watched too many of his dramas, but I can just picture it—“Oh Aaron, Aaron. Wherefore art thou, Aaron?” So, in celebration of the upcoming March 5 release of his new drama, “Refresh Man,” I decided to take it upon myself to… Continue reading The Deets on “Refresh Man” Star Aaron Yan
The 12 Biggest, Baddest Voices in K-Pop
K-pop is one of the biggest, baddest genres on the market and is powered by its wickedly talented idols. Those idols possess natural instruments: their incredible voices. These voices are powerful, full-bodied, and are naturally geared toward sending out massive feels. While K-pop as a whole boasts of beautiful voices, a select few artists ride… Continue reading The 12 Biggest, Baddest Voices in K-Pop
Tumblr Reacts to the Ending of tvN’s “Cheese in the Trap”
At the beginning of the end, there was some (apprehensive) hope… and a little bit of resignation… #WhereElseCouldItGo But regardless… for a webtoon/drama that we all love(d)… BUT. … Wait for it… … Admittedly, not EVERYONE hated it. It was realistic indeed. What is life? Some made calm observations… For others, there were no words… Regret happened.… Continue reading Tumblr Reacts to the Ending of tvN’s “Cheese in the Trap”
9 Times “Image-Breaking” Majorly Increased Popularity
It’s no big secret that K-pop idols have to be careful about their image. Especially in this age when anyone and everyone can whip out their smartphones to capture photos or videos on social media, K-pop stars just can’t seem to catch a break. Not only do they have to be all smiles onstage and off-stage,… Continue reading 9 Times “Image-Breaking” Majorly Increased Popularity