Category: Features

Four Actresses Born in 1991 To Watch Out For This Year

If actors born in 1993 are those that are making the headlines these days, for actresses, the year 1991 seem to shine the brightest. Here are four actresses born in 1991 who are showing that they have the star power to be the future of Korean entertainment. Kim Go Eun Kim Go Eun, born on July… Continue reading Four Actresses Born in 1991 To Watch Out For This Year

K-Pop 101: How to Navigate Fanclubs vs. Fancafes

K-Pop 101 is an occasional series from Soompi filled with tips and tricks on K-popping in Korea. I’ve been seeing a lot of requests for a K-Pop 101 on how to join fanclubs and fancafes, so we’ll be covering both! We’ll start with the basics of what’s the difference between the two, and then move into some… Continue reading K-Pop 101: How to Navigate Fanclubs vs. Fancafes

9 K-Pop Idols Who Debuted Before Joining Their Current Groups

Which K-pop stars debuted with another group before joining their current one? Although some of these may come as a shock, the following idols actually did not make their debut as singers with the group they are currently in. Instead, their first step into the limelight came much earlier than most fans think. 4Minute – Hyuna Hyuna… Continue reading 9 K-Pop Idols Who Debuted Before Joining Their Current Groups

12 K-Pop Idol Workouts You Need in Your Life Right Now

The start of a new year inspires many to embrace positive changes in our lives, with many vowing to get into shape in the new year. Let’s welcome 2016 with some workout inspiration straight from our fit and fab K-pop idols! Ready to start your “New Year, New You” program in full K-pop style? Here we go! 12.… Continue reading 12 K-Pop Idol Workouts You Need in Your Life Right Now

The 8 Emotional Stages of Ticketing for K-Pop Concerts

There’s nothing quite like the experience of ticketing for a K-pop concert. While ticketing for any concert has its stresses, if you’re an international fan ticketing for a rare tour outside of Korea, the stakes of ticketing are raised to Hunger Games-level, which doesn’t necessarily bring out the best in us… And even if you’re… Continue reading The 8 Emotional Stages of Ticketing for K-Pop Concerts

8 Inspirational K-Pop Songs That Will Brighten Your Day

With everything that’s going on in the world, it can sometimes be a bit difficult to keep your head up and stay positive. Luckily, there are a few K-pop songs that specialize in both raising your spirits and keeping you entertained. We’ve rounded up a few of them. In no particular order, here are eight… Continue reading 8 Inspirational K-Pop Songs That Will Brighten Your Day

Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – January Week 3

Gary scores his first solo No. 1 song on our chart with “Lonely Night,” moving up 14 spots from outside of the top 10 all the way to No. 1. Gary hit No. 1 before with LeeSsang but this is the first time he did it as a solo artist. Inspired by the hit drama… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – January Week 3

K-Pop Idols That Look So Alike They Could Be Related

For many people, K-pop idols often all look the same. However, true doppelgängers are quite hard to find. But it should be acknowledged that there are some individuals who bear resemblances to one another. Not carbon copies of each other, but similar enough for them to pass as siblings or relatives. Perhaps they share a… Continue reading K-Pop Idols That Look So Alike They Could Be Related