South Korea has always been a tourist destination. But with the mind-blowing growth of Hallyu in the past decade on a worldwide scale, the surge of visitors from all around the globe only keeps increasing with every passing day. Despite the pandemic’s halting effect on tourism, as soon as restrictions were lifted, people (Hallyu fans… Continue reading Legendary Filming Locations In Seoul That Are Worth Visiting
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Little Dose Of Happy: 4 Reasons To Watch “Cheer Up”
“Cheer Up” is the new rom-com series about a cheer squad on a college campus. The cheering squad is on the verge of breaking apart as the college continues to cut funding, which causes the team to work even harder. The stars of the show, Han Ji Hyun and Bae In Hyuk, are both a… Continue reading Little Dose Of Happy: 4 Reasons To Watch “Cheer Up”
Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: What Is Your Favorite Friends-To-Lovers K-Drama?
For the next part of the “Soompi & Viki Staff Talk” series, our staff members dish on the classic friends-to-lovers trope in K-dramas. Here’s what some of our staff members have to say on our favorite friends-to-lovers K-dramas: Warning: minor spoilers ahead Sehee: “Reply 1997” “Reply 1997” delivers a powerful story full of nostalgic warmth… Continue reading Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: What Is Your Favorite Friends-To-Lovers K-Drama?
6 Female K-Pop Idols With Crazy-Strong Abs
If you’ve ever tried core training, you know just how difficult it is to get abs. It takes time, commitment, and discipline, and these ladies are proving that they’ve got it all! If you want some inspiration in the gym or just want to see some seriously impressive abs, then keep reading. LE SSERAFIM’s Kazuha… Continue reading 6 Female K-Pop Idols With Crazy-Strong Abs
4 Moments From Episodes 11-12 Of “Love In Contract” That Epitomize Loyalty
After that climactic reveal, “Love in Contract” returns with a surprisingly low-key pair of episodes that deal with the fallout around Choi Sang Eun’s (Park Min Young’s) occupation with a healthy dose of introspection and character development. Amidst all the chaos and furor and conglomerate politicking that aim for control over Sang Eun’s life, the… Continue reading 4 Moments From Episodes 11-12 Of “Love In Contract” That Epitomize Loyalty
5 Iconic Roles That Park Min Young Played Flawlessly
Park Min Young is a living legend. With 17 years under her belt as an actress, she has taken on numerous K-dramas and won countless awards. “Her Private Life” and “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim” are just two K-dramas that scored her honors at the “StarHub Night of Stars,” “APAN Star Awards,” “iQiYi Taiwan Entertainment… Continue reading 5 Iconic Roles That Park Min Young Played Flawlessly
Star Attendees At Seoul Fashion Week + 8 Korean Designer Looks Reimagined For K-Pop Idols
Seoul Fashion Week finally returned to live shows after what seemed like a long wait, making fashion and K-pop fans excited to see the latest trends the stars will be wearing this Spring/Summer 2023. All eyes are on Seoul as the home of Korea’s most talented designers, while stylish celebrities and local citizens are considered… Continue reading Star Attendees At Seoul Fashion Week + 8 Korean Designer Looks Reimagined For K-Pop Idols
6 Iconic K-Pop Idol Halloween Costumes To Inspire You This Year
It might be a little last-minute to be thinking about Halloween costumes, but don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! If you’ve just secured an invite to the hottest costume party of the season or need some inspo for a stylish seasonal photo shoot, this is the list to check out. Halloween is the perfect… Continue reading 6 Iconic K-Pop Idol Halloween Costumes To Inspire You This Year
6 K-Dramas About Single Parents That Will Tug At Your Heartstrings
Often times when a K-drama features a single parent, it is emotional to watch because you get a good glimpse into how much they are willing to do in order to provide a good life for their children. The love and sacrifice that a single parent exhibits is heartwarming, and they have an immeasurable amount… Continue reading 6 K-Dramas About Single Parents That Will Tug At Your Heartstrings
9 Soothing K-Drama OST Songs To Add To Your Drive Playlist
The original soundtracks of K-dramas can make or break the shows. They set the mood between the characters, reveal their unspoken feelings, and much more. However, some of them can be polarizing or just too slow to listen to. Still, with so many K-drama OSTs out in the world, there are lots of songs that… Continue reading 9 Soothing K-Drama OST Songs To Add To Your Drive Playlist