1) Well, the dinner wouldn’t start without T.O.P. 2) Daesung would admire the smell of turkey and stuffing in the oven. 3) Onew would be that one person who wants chicken instead of turkey on Thanksgiving. 4) There would be a gender divide at the table. 5) Although some might venture their way over to… Continue reading 18 Things That Might Happen If K-Pop Stars Were Invited to Thanksgiving Dinner
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19 Korean Actresses That Look Especially Gorgeous in Hanboks
The hanbok (or traditional Korean dress) is characterized by simple lines and vibrant colors, and is worn with an air of elegance and delicate beauty. It’s not always easy to pull off, but for some Korean actresses, they wear it like their second skin. Take a look below at some of the Korean actresses who… Continue reading 19 Korean Actresses That Look Especially Gorgeous in Hanboks
Seouling: Cozying Up at Kyuhyun’s Cafe Mom House
Seouling is a new series from Soompi featuring photo tours, thoughts, and reviews of places in Seoul. By giving a first-hand view into the streets of Korea, Seouling hopes to transport Soompiers to the hub of Korean entertainment. I made the decision to make the trek — ok, by trek I mean take the 10-minute bus ride… Continue reading Seouling: Cozying Up at Kyuhyun’s Cafe Mom House
Cornrows, Feathers, Face Paint, Oh My: Thoughts on Cultural Appropriation in K-Pop
Mnet’s “Unpretty Rapstar” has certainly raised some heads this season. In particular, one of the contestants, Truedy, has garnered much attention for both her talent and resemblance in musical style to the famous Yoon Mirae (Tasha). However, netizens and fellow “Unpretty Rapstar” contestants alike have also called out the gifted, but perhaps unaware rapper for… Continue reading Cornrows, Feathers, Face Paint, Oh My: Thoughts on Cultural Appropriation in K-Pop
Opinion: Why Sasaengs Happen in Korea
Let’s talk about sasaengs. Sasaengs are one of the most peculiar features to K-pop and one that leaves many western fans scratching their heads. What motivates fans to wait in the rain for hours outside an idol’s house, hack into Twitter accounts, or break into dorms? Furthermore, how do sasaengs even know where idols live,… Continue reading Opinion: Why Sasaengs Happen in Korea
Introducing TWICE: Why Each Member Is Unforgettable
Jaw-dropping visuals, top-of-the-line dance moves, powerful vocals, and a killer, unique, debut music video make TWICE one of the top rookie groups to keep an eye on in the future. Each of the nine members has her own unique appeal that separates her from the others and makes it impossible for fans to choose a bias. Nayeon… Continue reading Introducing TWICE: Why Each Member Is Unforgettable
Soompi Says: Korean vs. American K-Pop Concerts
Concert season is fast approaching in Seoul, while lately in the United States there has been a steady stream of K-pop groups coming to tour stateside. Here at Soompi, we’re no strangers to the concert grind — though our K-pop concert experience has usually been separated by something called the Pacific Ocean. Recently, our staff… Continue reading Soompi Says: Korean vs. American K-Pop Concerts
“Ship” Building: 7 Amazing, Potential Girlfriends for Lee Kwang Soo
Out of all the Korean celebrities currently on television, there is perhaps none so well-loved by international fans as Lee Kwang Soo. Hailed as the “Prince of Asia,” the actor and model is a member of the immensely popular variety show “Running Man.” Throughout the show’s many episodes, Lee Kwang Soo has shown a funny,… Continue reading “Ship” Building: 7 Amazing, Potential Girlfriends for Lee Kwang Soo
These 6 Stereotypes Are Always in High School K-Dramas
When I started watching “Sassy Go Go,” I initially started watching it because I had been craving a high school K-drama for a while. With its ending recently, I can confidently say that the drama satisfied my craving because it was filled with what I would expect from a high school K-drama – youthful splendor,… Continue reading These 6 Stereotypes Are Always in High School K-Dramas
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – November Week 3
f(x) remains No. 1 for the second straight week with their song “4 Walls.” This song won on “Music Bank” last week and was also among the top songs in all other sources. Congratulations again to f(x). IU’s “Twenty-Three” also remains at No. 2 but closes the gap considerably to the No. 1 song. “Twenty-Three”… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – November Week 3