We hate it when our favorite shows end, but we dread it even more when the final episode disappoints. A drama’s first chapter might be awful, but there’s time for the story to improve with subsequent episodes. On the one hand, its parting hour is the drama’s last chance to leave a good impression. So, what makes an awesome finale… Continue reading Happily Ever After K-Drama Style: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable
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Top 15 Romantic Korean Movies
In commemoration of Valentine’s Day, we have come up with a list of the top 15 romantic Korean movies. Whether you’re single or attached, these are great movies to watch. Indulge in the sweet love stories and dream about your own. The movies are listed in chronological order. Enjoy watching and let us know which ones… Continue reading Top 15 Romantic Korean Movies
Pick-Up Lines and Dating Tips, K-Drama Style
They make us cringe, they make us melt, and sometimes they do a little bit of both. Either way, these latest pick-up lines and dating tips caught our attention. The right moves – and words – can lead to a kiss, a slap, or complete confusion. Check out the freshest Do’s and Don’ts of Dating, K-Drama… Continue reading Pick-Up Lines and Dating Tips, K-Drama Style
5 Things I Loved about “Hyde Jekyll, Me” Episodes 7 & 8
Now this is what I’m talking about! *fist pump* I had begun to regard “Hyde Jekyll, Me” as a highlights reel of a drama. That is, if you compiled the drama’s best moments, it would be a pretty fantastic reel–beautiful and handsome actors, softly lit in all sorts of romantic scenarios, those probing gazes and innocence touches–and it would look… Continue reading 5 Things I Loved about “Hyde Jekyll, Me” Episodes 7 & 8
Final Call: “Healer”
When a beloved drama ends, the hope is always that the final episode will live up to and even elevate the material that came before. Pulling off a good ending is always difficult, but it’s also important—after all, this is the last impression the viewers will ever have, the final taste of the story. In other… Continue reading Final Call: “Healer”
Review: “Shine or Go Crazy” Eps 7 and 8 – When Lives are on the Line
“That is the reason swords are necessary in this world. That is the reason why a nation needs a King who will create bloodshed.” Synopsis Wang So (Jang Hyuk) and Shin Yool (Oh Yeon Soo) successfully sneaks into the palace library. While she’s mesmerized by all the supply of books, he’s completely mesmerized by her,… Continue reading Review: “Shine or Go Crazy” Eps 7 and 8 – When Lives are on the Line
K-Pop Stars and Their Ideal Types
Valentine’s Day is approaching and it’s a day set aside to celebrate, imagine, or even give up finding your perfect significant other. Who is your perfect partner and what qualities do they have in looks and personality? What about your favorite idols? What qualities do they look for in their ideal partner? From personality to looks, K-Pop… Continue reading K-Pop Stars and Their Ideal Types
Introducing “Hogu’s Love”
This is Kang Ho Gu. Ho Gu (Choi Woo Shik) is 24 years old and works as an assistant for his friends, Kim Tae Hee (Choi Jae Hwan) and Shin Chung Jae (Lee Si Un). He also helps out at his father’s comic book store. He’s romantic, sensitive, and thoughtful… but he’s never had a… Continue reading Introducing “Hogu’s Love”
Woman Crush Wednesday: Yoon Ye Joo’s Park Hye Joo in “Angel Eyes”
She’s not a girl, not yet a woman, but Park Hye Joo, also known as Ellie, from “Angel Eyes” definitely deserves a spot on our Woman Crush Wednesday list. Serving as model Yoon Ye Joo‘s acting debut, Park Hye Joo is the bright, younger sister to our male lead, Park Dong Joo. Although her role… Continue reading Woman Crush Wednesday: Yoon Ye Joo’s Park Hye Joo in “Angel Eyes”
Halftime Report: The Personalities of “Kill Me, Heal Me”
“Kill Me, Heal Me” is already halfway through! A lot has happened so far, but there is still so much we have left to discover. Up until now, we have met five of Cha Do Hyun’s seven personalities. Though we have gotten little hints as to who Na Na is, we have yet to learn… Continue reading Halftime Report: The Personalities of “Kill Me, Heal Me”