Sometimes through the influence of Korean entertainment, there are times when various stigmas in South Korea are challenged. Whether it be stigmas about mental illness or stigmas relating to suicide, disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community, it is always encouraging to see K-dramas bringing these topics to light. Although K-dramas sometimes don’t do the issues much… Continue reading 7 K-Dramas That Challenge Stigmas In South Korea
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Underrated K-Pop Acts That Deserve More Hype
In the past decade, K-pop music has witnessed an immense surge on a global scale. Out of hundreds of new music acts that make their debut, only a few are able to make a name for themselves from the start. Others, while they are just as talented, don’t get the same exposure, and their amazing… Continue reading Underrated K-Pop Acts That Deserve More Hype
7 K-Dramas Starring GOT7’s Jinyoung That Are Worth Watching
Now that “Yumi’s Cells 2” has officially come to an end, you might feel a little bit antsy for more Jinyoung. Luckily for his fans, there is quite a repertoire of projects that he has done over the years, and because he’s also an idol, there is the additional resource of watching lots of fancams… Continue reading 7 K-Dramas Starring GOT7’s Jinyoung That Are Worth Watching
9 New K-Pop Releases That Prove That Bubblegum Is Back For The Summer
Bubblegum K-pop is one of the hallmarks of the genre, and it’s a style that really makes K-pop stand out. It’s back in a big way in 2022, and these summer releases prove that bubblegum (and the weather!) are both hot right now. If you want a rundown of some great recent releases or just… Continue reading 9 New K-Pop Releases That Prove That Bubblegum Is Back For The Summer
5 Times We Got Closure From The Finale Of “Yumi’s Cells 2”
“Yumi’s Cells 2” has officially come to an end, and it’s safe to say that the last two episodes provided viewers with a rollercoaster of emotions that we will be feeling for a while. While gripping onto the edge of our seats, viewers were slowly brought to closure as Season 2 came to an end.… Continue reading 5 Times We Got Closure From The Finale Of “Yumi’s Cells 2”
7 Intriguing K-Pop MVs That Adopted Futuristic Concepts
K-pop has been around for several decades, and it continues to evolve as time passes. Out of the visual themes that have seen the light of day, the adoption of futuristic concepts has always been intriguing, especially given the anticipation of how the world progresses and how close these cinematographies are to predicting the distant… Continue reading 7 Intriguing K-Pop MVs That Adopted Futuristic Concepts
5 Shocking Moments During Seo Hyun Jin’s Last Stand In Episodes 15-16 Of “Why Her?”
After eight weeks of tense mind games galore, “Why Her?” has come to an end. Oh Soo Jae (Seo Hyun Jin) grapples with the horrible loss she endured in last week’s episodes while Choi Tae Guk (Heo Joon Ho) ramps up his plans to secure his hold over the country once and for all. With… Continue reading 5 Shocking Moments During Seo Hyun Jin’s Last Stand In Episodes 15-16 Of “Why Her?”
Heart-Fluttering Romance & Friendships: 6 Reasons To Watch C-Drama “A Dream Of Splendor”
“A Dream of Splendor” follows Zhao Pan Er (Liu Yi Fei), a smart and savvy tea house owner, and her two friends Sun San Niang (Liu Yan) and Song Yin Zhang (Lin Yun) as they work together to build their own careers and find love while grappling with social class discrimination and gender norms. When… Continue reading Heart-Fluttering Romance & Friendships: 6 Reasons To Watch C-Drama “A Dream Of Splendor”
Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: Which K-Drama About Celebrity Romance Is Your Favorite?
For those like us who are fans of all things K-entertainment, it’s hard not to love a K-drama about the entertainment industry and following the romance of a celebrity character. In the next part of our “Soompi & Viki Staff Talk” series, some of our team members share our favorite K-dramas that feature celebrity romance.… Continue reading Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: Which K-Drama About Celebrity Romance Is Your Favorite?
9 Slow-Burn K-Dramas To Watch That Will Pace Your Heart
Slow and steady is sometimes the name of the game when it comes to K-drama romances. It’s that perfect pace where the two main leads come together but take their time in becoming a couple. They share their hearts and souls with each other at a slow pace, getting to know one another before taking… Continue reading 9 Slow-Burn K-Dramas To Watch That Will Pace Your Heart