Category: Features

A Perfect Friendship: The Best Super Junior + EXO Photos

Though some fans of Super Junior and EXO view the two groups as rivals, the truth is that the groups were friends before EXO ever even debuted. Though they started off with a typical junior-senior relationship, the members soon started exercising together, going out to eat and even practicing together. EXO has made it clear that the members of Super Junior have… Continue reading A Perfect Friendship: The Best Super Junior + EXO Photos

Noona Says: 5 Occupations That Give You Major Idol Benefits

When people find out that I work for Soompi, they are either interested or clueless. I have gotten a lot of “Wow, I didn’t know Soompi was a company! I used to go on it all the time when I was in middle school,” and “Soompi? What’s that? K-pop? Oh, I know ‘Gangnam Style.’” After I explain… Continue reading Noona Says: 5 Occupations That Give You Major Idol Benefits

Highlights: “Pinocchio” Episode 8

This was an episode about the gap between expectations and reality, and that felt particularly appropriate for “Pinocchio.” I feel like my expectations for every episode are so high—higher than any drama could fulfill. But here’s the thing: while “Pinocchio” is never as perfect in reality as I might like it to be, it’s so… Continue reading Highlights: “Pinocchio” Episode 8

The Puzzle Pieces of “It’s Okay, That’s Love”

Seeing as today is Thursday and the perfect time for a quick throw-back article, we’ve invited phoenixbasilisk of Picadrama to write about a great drama from the not-so-distant past – “It’s Okay, That’s Love” and the many pieces that make this drama both unique and unforgettable! Like a jigsaw puzzle, life is something you need… Continue reading The Puzzle Pieces of “It’s Okay, That’s Love”

Highlights: “Pinocchio” Episode 7

I feel like a broken record—it’s another wonderful episode of “Pinocchio”! In episode seven, Dal Po learns that he is capable of making huge mistakes, and though he’s upset at first, he ultimately proves that he is willing to grow up and become a better person. Meanwhile, In Ha gets her first reporting victory, and… Continue reading Highlights: “Pinocchio” Episode 7

Highlights: “We Got Married” Ep. 248 – The Sweet and Happy Husbands

The time has finally come for another “We Got Married” recap! As usual, all three couples were major cuteness overload. For this week’s episode, it is all about the husbands. Ladies, brace yourselves! 1) Mother-in-Law’s Favorite When finding their perfect husband, many women take into consideration how their partner treats their parents. This week, we… Continue reading Highlights: “We Got Married” Ep. 248 – The Sweet and Happy Husbands

Highlights: “Pride and Prejudice” Episodes 10 and 11

It turns out that I jumped to a few conclusions last week, and this week’s episodes of “Pride and Prejudice” had to set me straight. We’re digging deeper into the mystery of Kang Soo’s origins, and how they do—or don’t—relate back to Han Byeol, Chang Gi, and the huge web of corruption in the country’s… Continue reading Highlights: “Pride and Prejudice” Episodes 10 and 11

Recap: Masterpiece of Legends – Fly to the Sky with Gummy

WOW! Where can I even begin with describing this concert? Fly to the Sky had their “Masterpiece of Legends” concert, with Gummy as a guest, on November 29th at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. Fly to the Sky is a 90s R&B duo that is mostly known for their ballads and their harmonious vocals, therefore people… Continue reading Recap: Masterpiece of Legends – Fly to the Sky with Gummy

Back to the Basics: “Dad! Where Are We Going?” Episode 97

I don’t think I’ve discussed it in any of my previous highlights of this show, but lately, “Dad! Where Are We Going?” has been branching out and trying new ideas. As fun as some of these ideas have been, I felt it was due time to return to the foundation of this show and have… Continue reading Back to the Basics: “Dad! Where Are We Going?” Episode 97