Lee Seung Gi Considering Return to Drama Land with New SBS Series

Multi-entertainer Lee Seung Gi is considering a return to K-drama land!  It was first announced that Lee Seung Gi will star as the lead of upcoming SBS drama series “We Have You Surrounded” (working title) that will air next year. It was then later reported that Lee Seung Gi is still in the midst of the… Continue reading Lee Seung Gi Considering Return to Drama Land with New SBS Series

“Reply 1994” Go Ara Injured Her Ankle During Filming, Surgery Next Year

Actress Go Ara of tvN‘s Fri-Sat drama “Reply 1994” injured her ankle. The injury occurred in a scene shot in December where she was required to run. She had suffered a sprained ankle in her right leg, but she continued shooting to the last episode. According to a representative at her agency SM Entertainment, the… Continue reading “Reply 1994” Go Ara Injured Her Ankle During Filming, Surgery Next Year

KBS Dramas Dominate With Highest Viewer Ratings in 2013

On December 26, viewer rating research company Nielson Korea released a summary of the viewer ratings for shows broadcast in 2013 based on 3134 households from January 1 to December 22. According to their report, of the top 20 dramas, KBS‘s “My Daughter Seo Young” received the honor of the most-viewed drama of the year, with a whopping… Continue reading KBS Dramas Dominate With Highest Viewer Ratings in 2013

Ji Chang Wook Shows Humility Regarding “Empress Ki” Ratings

Ji Chang Wook discussed MBC Monday-Tuesday drama “Empress Ki‘s“ sky high ratings on MBC’s “Section TV.” The actor appeared on “Section TV” on December 29, and was asked if he knew how popular the drama was. He replied, “Truthfully, I’m in the middle of filming so I don’t really know much.” Ji Chang Wook said, “Sometimes… Continue reading Ji Chang Wook Shows Humility Regarding “Empress Ki” Ratings

Jung Woo and Son Ho Joon Say Their Farewells to “Reply 1994”

Earlier, Yoo Yeon Seok shared his feelings about wrapping up tvN drama “Reply 1994,” and now actors Jung Woo and Son Ho Joon take their turns to say goodbye. Jung Woo revealed his thoughts about concluding the drama on his Twitter account on December 28. “Thank you to all the viewers who have your love… Continue reading Jung Woo and Son Ho Joon Say Their Farewells to “Reply 1994”

Goodbye “Reply 1994,” Final Episode Ratings

“Reply 1994” has finally ended its run. How did its final episode fare in terms of ratings? Cable network tvN’s Friday-Saturday drama “Reply 1994” recorded average ratings of 11.9% and a peak rating of 11.9% for its final episode, broadcast on December 28. That’s a 1.8% improvement in average ratings from the previous episode aired… Continue reading Goodbye “Reply 1994,” Final Episode Ratings

AOA’s Mina Joins KBS Drama, “Very Good Days” Cast

AOA member Mina has been officially confirmed as one of the cast members for upcoming KBS 2TV drama series, “Very Good Days” or “Good Times.” On December 28, FNC Entertainment confirmed that Mina would follow-up “Wang’s Family” with KBS 2TV’s “Very Good Days.” She will play the younger counterpart of Kim Hee Sun’s character, Haewon. It… Continue reading AOA’s Mina Joins KBS Drama, “Very Good Days” Cast

“Prime Minister and I” Chae Jung Ahn Is As Stunning As Ever

The much-talked-about KBS drama “Prime Minister and I” recently revealed on December 28 some behind-the-scenes cuts of actress Chae Jung Ahn. In the drama, Chae Jung Ahn plays the prime minister’s chief of public affairs, and brings life to the drama with her solid acting. Her character, Seo Hye Joo, is a woman who has… Continue reading “Prime Minister and I” Chae Jung Ahn Is As Stunning As Ever

[Memory Lane]”Successful Story of a Bright Girl” – Cosmetics Have Never Been So Interesting

There comes a time in a man’s life where you lovingly look back at your past and gush lyrically about your first love. There also comes a time in a man’s life where you annoy your editor for an extended period of time and have to do something nice in return lest I incur the… Continue reading [Memory Lane]”Successful Story of a Bright Girl” – Cosmetics Have Never Been So Interesting

“Reply 1994” Passes 10% Viewership Mark

Cable tvN Friday-Saturday drama “Reply 1994” broke the 10% ratings barrier with its penultimate episode on Friday. According to Nielsen Korea, Episode 20, which aired on December 27, scored an average viewership of 10.1%, with real-time ratings peaking at 12.4%. This was higher than Episode 19’s average ratings of 9.2% and peak of 11.8%. “Reply… Continue reading “Reply 1994” Passes 10% Viewership Mark