Today is Hairstyle Appreciation Day (April 30) and, as an avid K-drama viewer, there is nothing I appreciate more about hair than when it’s messy, wild, unkempt, ruffled, and flying around in every single direction. It makes for a great comical moment and, in a world where outer appearance and elegance is of utmost importance,… Continue reading Hairstyle Appreciation Day: When Hair Goes Wild!
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Top Ten K-Drama Moments Of The Week – April Week 5
It’s top ten time again, which means we get to share which recent K-drama moments made us laugh, squeal, and had us in tears. Check it out!
“Angry Mom” Episode 13–Kang Ja Lost a Battle, but She’s Still Fighting
One of the many things I love about “Angry Mom” is that I never know where it’s going. After episode 12, in which Kang Ja’s cover was blown, I didn’t even bother trying to guess what would happen next, because I knew I would be wrong. So what I love so much about episode 13… Continue reading “Angry Mom” Episode 13–Kang Ja Lost a Battle, but She’s Still Fighting
10 Of The Greatest “Running Man” Episodes Of All Time
The immensely popular Korean variety show “Running Man” has gained fans worldwide with their unique combination of athletic competitions and zany humor. The cast members all have a witty sense of humor, a fierce sense of competition, and a great relationship with each other. Added to this mixture are amazing guests almost every episode and… Continue reading 10 Of The Greatest “Running Man” Episodes Of All Time
The 10 Most Marvelous Maknaes in K-Pop
Being the maknae (youngest member) of any K-Pop act can be daunting. You need to know when to stand up for yourself against bossy older members, and when to toe the line to avoid rocking the boat. Sometimes, if you have talent, it can be hard to show it off, knowing that you may face resentment… Continue reading The 10 Most Marvelous Maknaes in K-Pop
The New Kid: Ji Soo, Actor
Perhaps there can be no better distraction from one’s schoolbooks than when an unfamiliar face of a bona fide heartbreaker walks in. He’s new, he’s a looker, and he’s mysterious. And he’s got our attention. Such is the case with Ji Soo. You think it’s gonna be another regular, blase week watching your usual K-dramas – but then… Continue reading The New Kid: Ji Soo, Actor
Park Yoochun: The Boy Who Trollfaces in “The Girl Who Sees Smells”
In the currently airing drama, “The Girl Who Sees Smells,” singer-actor Park Yoochun, with his already impressive facial expressions, is kicking things up a notch by taking his “Chunface” to an all-new level. His troll-like expressions are to blame for the weekly buckets of tears being shed – tears of laughter, that is. Here are… Continue reading Park Yoochun: The Boy Who Trollfaces in “The Girl Who Sees Smells”
New Alliances and Betrayals in “Angry Mom” Episode 12
At this point in “Angry Mom”, Kang Ja (Kim Hee Sun) knows almost all there is to know about the bad guys’ misdeeds. The only problem is how to make that information public. In a world where all the normal lines of communication are controlled by corrupt politicians and businessmen, this means that Kang Ja… Continue reading New Alliances and Betrayals in “Angry Mom” Episode 12
“The Girl Who Sees Smells” Eps 7 and 8 – Of Kisses, Murder, and Foiled Plans
Wow, “The Girl Who Sees Smells” sure brought its A-game this week with two episodes filled to the brim of detectives playing cat and mouse with their barcode murderer, Chef Kwon Jae Hee (Namgoong Min), plenty of danger, and even more beautifully sweet moments for our OTP, Choi Moo Gak (Park Yoochun) and Oh Cho… Continue reading “The Girl Who Sees Smells” Eps 7 and 8 – Of Kisses, Murder, and Foiled Plans
Korean 10-Step Skincare: The Answer to Glowing Skin
Koreans are famous for their obsession with skincare. It’s no coincidence that BB cream and snail secretion masks developed here – this is a population which demands the latest and best in skincare trends. Many Koreans eat certain foods that they believe to boost collagen production and glowing skin, and sun avoidance is a way of life here. So it… Continue reading Korean 10-Step Skincare: The Answer to Glowing Skin