On the December 5 episode of MBC’s “Section TV Entertainment News,” actors Lee Jong Suk and Park Bo Young were interviewed at the press conference for their movie “Hot-Blooded Youth.” During the interview, Lee Jong Suk commented that there was scene in the movie in which he dances in his white underwear. He added that… Continue reading Lee Jong Suk Wants to Keep Hush Hush About Dancing in His Underwear for “Hot-Blooded Youth”
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Gary and Song Ji Hyo Are Jealous of Each Other’s Partner on “Running Man”
Even when apart and with different partners, the connection between the Monday Couple remains strong. On this week’s episode of “Running Man,” each member of the show was paired with a guest, separating, to the dismay of many fans, Monday Couple Song Ji Hyo and Gary. Gary was paired with Rainbow’s Jaekyung, while Song Ji… Continue reading Gary and Song Ji Hyo Are Jealous of Each Other’s Partner on “Running Man”
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2014 – January Week 1
Happy New Year to all our readers! We are starting the 10th year of our Soompi Weekly Music Chart. At the start of every year, we review our existing chart sources and make necessary adjustments to keep it more updated. There are three changes this year: Air Monitor (15%) is no longer a source since… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2014 – January Week 1
[Featured] Studying Abroad in Korea – Simple Breakdown of Options
Hi Soompiers, and Happy New Year 2014! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season! Time simply flies past, doesn’t it? It feels like yesterday when Christmas decorations hit the store shelves, but now we are already trying to stick to our New Year’s resolutions and become better versions of ourselves. And talking of resolutions… To… Continue reading [Featured] Studying Abroad in Korea – Simple Breakdown of Options
Dal Shabet to Collaborate with Shinsadong Tiger for Comeback Song “B.B.B”
Six-member girl group Dal Shabet will be making a comeback in the start of the year, and the group will be collaborating with none other than Shinsadong Tiger. With the comeback set to the tune of Shinsadong Tiger’s song, fans can anticipate another hit song created by the famous producer. On January 3, the music… Continue reading Dal Shabet to Collaborate with Shinsadong Tiger for Comeback Song “B.B.B”
[Exclusive] Interview with Dabit: Korean-American Singer and Soompier!
Hey Soompiers! Happy New Year! And to start off the brand new year, we bring you our first interview for 2014 with none other than the super-talented rookie singer Dabit who turns out to be own of our very own. Yes, he’s a Soompier like you and me! Dabit graduated from Berklee School of Music… Continue reading [Exclusive] Interview with Dabit: Korean-American Singer and Soompier!
[Soompi] Ultimate Staff Picks of 2013!
2013 is officially over, and with it comes a time of celebration and reflection. How many excellent artists, dramas, songs, shows, and albums have we been graced with this year? Sure, we have our excellent Soompi Awards 2013 to let the charts and the fans speak for themselves (and we can’t wait to see what… Continue reading [Soompi] Ultimate Staff Picks of 2013!
Soompi’s Event Coverage of K-Pop Around the World in 2013
2013 is almost over Soompiers and what better way to end the year than to take a look at what’s happened in 2013. Check out some of the best photos from different events that Soompi attended this year!
The Winners of 2013 MBC Entertainment Awards
Congratulations to all the winners of 2013 MBC Entertainment Awards. While we covered all of the award winners in our extensive live blog, it is probably easier to read a summary of the winners on this extravagant night. Opening Performance – Dynamic Duo – Friday Night The Radio and Current Affairs Program Awards Radio RelatedAchievement Award –… Continue reading The Winners of 2013 MBC Entertainment Awards
SHINee’s Taemin and A Pink’s Son Na Eun to Leave “We Got Married”
Bittersweet news for all Taemin and Son Na Eun fans. On December 30, a representative from MBC’s variety program “We Got Married” shared that the two idols are leaving the program. While talking to Sports Korea, the representative explained, “We’re currently working on the details on their leave. However, nothing has changed for Jung Yoo… Continue reading SHINee’s Taemin and A Pink’s Son Na Eun to Leave “We Got Married”