On December 16, Soompi attended the press conference for “Hwarang” at Imperial Palace Hotel. Producing director Yoon Seong Sik, Park Seo Joon, Go Ara, Park Hyung Sik, Choi Minho, Do Ji Han, Jo Yoon Woo, and Kim Taehyung (BTS’s V) attended the event. The “Hwarang” team proved to be close as they showed affection for… Continue reading Exclusive: “Hwarang” Press Conference Is Full Of Smiles And Bromance
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5 Reasons You Should Watch “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo”
I’m just going to get right to it because there’s really no point in beating around the bush. THIS DRAMA IS FANTASTIC. The MBC Wednesday-Thursday drama “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo” is currently going head-to-head with the tough-to-beat “The Legend of the Blue Sea.” It may seem like it’s an impossible task to beat Lee… Continue reading 5 Reasons You Should Watch “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo”
15 K-Pop Artists You Probably Didn’t Know Composed Songs For Other Artists
When it comes to song production and lyric making in K-pop, artists such as Dean, Gray, Zico, and Tablo are household names. There are also artists such as B.A.P’s Bang Yong Guk and BIGBANG’s G-Dragon, who are well known for writing and producing the songs for their respective groups. But what about the K-pop artists who not only write… Continue reading 15 K-Pop Artists You Probably Didn’t Know Composed Songs For Other Artists
Here Are 4 Reasons Why “Ode To Joy” Will Become Your Favorite Drama Of 2016
You know that feeling you get when you’re browsing through tons of dramas online, but have no idea which one to pick? The angel on one shoulder says I better pick a good one; it could make or break my holidays. The devil on the other says just friggin’ pick something, I’m tired of looking at… Continue reading Here Are 4 Reasons Why “Ode To Joy” Will Become Your Favorite Drama Of 2016
7 Rookie Groups To Check Out Before 2016 Ends
The K-pop industry is constantly changing as groups come and go, and there were a lot of new groups that debuted in 2016. Young and talented, some of these groups had us looking twice before we even realized it! This list is especially for all of the Soompiers that swear they will not stan another… Continue reading 7 Rookie Groups To Check Out Before 2016 Ends
8 Kickass Female Leads In K-Dramas
We all know the romantic and action stereotypes toward females — the wrist grabs, getting kidnapped, the man coming to save the day. As a female, some of these characters become annoying and at times unrelatable. When the male lead grabs the girl and forces a kiss on her or she’s in a pickle and… Continue reading 8 Kickass Female Leads In K-Dramas
QUIZ: Can You Guess The SEVENTEEN Song From One Lyric?
Would you consider yourself a Carat? Did you slip into the diamond life face first? Can you guess the SEVENTEEN song from only one lyric? Take this quiz and test your SEVENTEEN knowledge! (Note: Korean Romanizations are followed by the translated lyrics in parentheses.) The quiz is temporarily unavailable, but will be back shortly! Check… Continue reading QUIZ: Can You Guess The SEVENTEEN Song From One Lyric?
Review: “My Annoying Brother” Starring Jo Jung Suk And EXO’s D.O.
Oh man. Just give me a second to get a grip — these feelings!!! Ok. Now onto the review. “My Annoying Brother,” also called “Hyung,” is a new comedy film starring Jo Jung Suk, EXO’s D.O., and Park Shin Hye. I know there was a lot of excitement before this movie came out and also a… Continue reading Review: “My Annoying Brother” Starring Jo Jung Suk And EXO’s D.O.
12 Idols That Prove Laughter Is The Best Medicine
What better way to start off the holiday season with the laughter of some of your favorite idols? Whatever has you down, hopefully these bright (and sometimes hilarious) laughs will cheer you up! Take a moment to LOL with your K-pop idols below! BTS’s Jin and Jimin Jin’s windshield wiper laugh is well known in the… Continue reading 12 Idols That Prove Laughter Is The Best Medicine
9 Things You Didn’t Know About The “Hwarang” Cast
“Hwarang,” KBS’s new flower boy show, is about a group of very pretty warriors who lived during the Silla era. To get you all hyped up for the flower viewing show, here are some interesting facts about the cast of “Hwarang”! 1. Kim Tae Hyung (BTS’s V) was chosen by the other BTS members as the best… Continue reading 9 Things You Didn’t Know About The “Hwarang” Cast