Concert season is fast approaching in Seoul, while lately in the United States there has been a steady stream of K-pop groups coming to tour stateside. Here at Soompi, we’re no strangers to the concert grind — though our K-pop concert experience has usually been separated by something called the Pacific Ocean. Recently, our staff… Continue reading Soompi Says: Korean vs. American K-Pop Concerts
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“Ship” Building: 7 Amazing, Potential Girlfriends for Lee Kwang Soo
Out of all the Korean celebrities currently on television, there is perhaps none so well-loved by international fans as Lee Kwang Soo. Hailed as the “Prince of Asia,” the actor and model is a member of the immensely popular variety show “Running Man.” Throughout the show’s many episodes, Lee Kwang Soo has shown a funny,… Continue reading “Ship” Building: 7 Amazing, Potential Girlfriends for Lee Kwang Soo
These 6 Stereotypes Are Always in High School K-Dramas
When I started watching “Sassy Go Go,” I initially started watching it because I had been craving a high school K-drama for a while. With its ending recently, I can confidently say that the drama satisfied my craving because it was filled with what I would expect from a high school K-drama – youthful splendor,… Continue reading These 6 Stereotypes Are Always in High School K-Dramas
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – November Week 3
f(x) remains No. 1 for the second straight week with their song “4 Walls.” This song won on “Music Bank” last week and was also among the top songs in all other sources. Congratulations again to f(x). IU’s “Twenty-Three” also remains at No. 2 but closes the gap considerably to the No. 1 song. “Twenty-Three”… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – November Week 3
10 of the Best Story-Based K-Pop MVs
It’s no secret that killer dance moves and vibrant visuals play a huge role in what makes our favorite K-pop music videos so iconic. But what about the music videos that take a different approach and value a great story over eye candy? They can often get lost in the haze of usual flashy editing.… Continue reading 10 of the Best Story-Based K-Pop MVs
10 Korean Celebrities That Are So Smart They’re Sexy
An extremely popular slang expression in Korea these days is the word “뇌섹남” (nue-saek-nam), an acronym literally translating to a “man with a sexy brain,” with its female counterpart “뇌섹녀” (nue-saek-neo), a “woman with a sexy brain.” In the Korean entertainment industry, there has been a recent trend that emphasizes the intelligence of celebrities. Programs such as… Continue reading 10 Korean Celebrities That Are So Smart They’re Sexy
10 K-Pop Acts With Outstandingly Lavish Stage Sets
Sometimes, in the world of televised K-pop music shows, a great song and killer dance moves aren’t enough. Mainly because just about everyone who appears on a K-pop music show has great songs and killer dance moves. Oftentimes the only way to really make a lasting impression is to go gung-ho with your sets, props,… Continue reading 10 K-Pop Acts With Outstandingly Lavish Stage Sets
Recap: Five Memorable Moments from GOT7’s Fanmeet in Manila
GOT7 is known for their acrobatic skills and the humor they bring to the K-pop circuit. The group has been going around Asia for fanmeets and other special events these past few months and they recently stopped by the Philippines for fanmeets. It was definitely tough to choose which part of the event was the… Continue reading Recap: Five Memorable Moments from GOT7’s Fanmeet in Manila
5 Myths About TVXQ’s Changmin Debunked
It is a sad day for Cassiopeia and Bigeast around the world, as their beloved duo’s second half, Changmin, enlists in the military. Changmin of TVXQ has built up a spectacular 12-year career since his debut in 2003. Throughout that time, he picked up a few nicknames and stereotypes along the way, some of which stuck… Continue reading 5 Myths About TVXQ’s Changmin Debunked
5 Epic Moments From Super Junior’s Choi Siwon
Choi Siwon is set to enlist today, which means that Super Junior will be without their mascot horse for the next two years. In honor of his enlistment, we’ve combed through the past ten years of Super Junior history and compiled some of our favorite Siwon moments. Let’s reminisce (and cry) about the good times. Super… Continue reading 5 Epic Moments From Super Junior’s Choi Siwon