Mature. Carefree. Adorable. Handsome. Geeky. Sexy. We all have different responses and respected qualities when asked, “What is your type?” or “What do you look for in a man?” Welcome to the first edition of Man Crush Monday where, every week, a very special man will be featured for his endearing qualities that have sent… Continue reading Man Crush Monday: Fated to Love You’s Lee Gun
Category: Features
Top Ten K-drama Moments of the Week – October Week 3
We shake up the top 10 this week with riveting moments from some new dramas! Meanwhile, our established favorites revved up the poignancy with more heartfelt scenes. Come on and check out our list!
First Impressions: “Modern Farmer”, Episode 1
The first episode of “Modern Farmer” certainly got off to an interesting start! Right away, we find the members of Excellent Souls happily rolling their drunken lead singer to their gig. Unique, huh? After getting into some trouble on the way, the band manage reach their gig and their crowd of fans. As they began… Continue reading First Impressions: “Modern Farmer”, Episode 1
[First Impressions] “Misaeng” Episodes 1 and 2
Based on the webtoon of the same name, Misaeng is the story of a 26-year old failed badeuk (Go) player, Jang Geu Rae (Im Si Wan), who gets an incredible chance to become an intern for a big corporation. On his first day there, the poor Geu Rae feels completely lost—having devoted his entire life… Continue reading [First Impressions] “Misaeng” Episodes 1 and 2
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2014 – October Week 3
Ailee’s “Don’t Touch Me” ran away from the competition in convincing fashion to become our new No. 1 song. This song won on Music Bank and M!Countdown last week and is also ranked closed to the top among other chart sources. It scores nearly 100 points more than the second place song, Soyu and Urban… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2014 – October Week 3
Five Underrated K-Dramas You Should Watch
It’s the weekend! For many people, that means parties and outings. But the weather is getting colder, and you’re totally exhausted from school or work. Why not settle in with a K-drama? But not just any K-drama – you’ve already been there and done that. So here’s our list of five underrated dramas you should… Continue reading Five Underrated K-Dramas You Should Watch
[VIDEO] BTS Is Predictably Awesome on AS4U
This week’s “A Song For You” was a much-anticipated episode among fans of Korean hip-hop. Bangtan Boys (BTS) exploded onto the scene just over a year ago and they’ve already gained love and attention from fans all over the world. In fact, when we ran the Soompi AS4U BTS Contest we received over a hundred entries… Continue reading [VIDEO] BTS Is Predictably Awesome on AS4U
Noona Says: Everyone Lies, Especially YG
After expressing my disappointment in SM Entertainment, I thought it would only be fair to dedicate an editorial on K-Pop’s other big agency, YG Entertainment. After all, YG artists have contributed quite a bit to this year’s line-up of scandal and controversy. Although I had been a public SM stan, I also harbored a secret love… Continue reading Noona Says: Everyone Lies, Especially YG
[Exclusive] B1A4 Says Hi to Soompiers + Autographed Albums Giveaway!
Hi Soompiers! As you may know, charming boy group B1A4 recently embarked on their first U.S. solo tour, “Road Trip to U.S.” Despite their busy schedule, the boys took time out to greet all of their Soompi fans and autograph “Solo Day” albums for a special giveaway! The members, who are visiting New York, Chicago, Dallas, and San… Continue reading [Exclusive] B1A4 Says Hi to Soompiers + Autographed Albums Giveaway!
[Highlights] “My Lovely Girl” Episodes 9 and 10
[tv]Thanks for supporting us by watching “My Lovely Girl” on SoompiTV![/tv] A lot happened this week, with all four of our main characters struggling to be honest about their feelings, even if that honesty only leads to more broken hearts. Here are my top five scenes from episodes nine and ten of “My Lovely Girl”:… Continue reading [Highlights] “My Lovely Girl” Episodes 9 and 10