“Doctor Frost” Song Chang Ui: “I Had to Bleach My Hair Five Times”

Actor Song Chang Ui has confessed that transforming his hair for the role of Frost was not exactly a piece of cake. On November 18, the press conference of OCN’s upcoming drama, “Doctor Frost,” was held at the Imperial Palace Hotel in Seoul. In addition to the male lead Song Chang Ui, cast members Jung Eun… Continue reading “Doctor Frost” Song Chang Ui: “I Had to Bleach My Hair Five Times”

Female Relationships In K-Dramas: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable

Last week, the Couch Kimchi team talked about bromances, and this week’s roundtable is dedicated to the ladies! Join us for a fun discussion about common female relationships in dramas and how we feel about them. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 Friends vs. Rivals Page 2 Women Hating Each Other Mean Girls Page 3 The Evil Mother-in-law The Best… Continue reading Female Relationships In K-Dramas: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable

Man Crush Monday: “Mary Stayed Out All Night’s” Kang Moo Kyul

Recently, there were a couple of articles highlighting a secret weakness of mine: Korean men who can pull off long hair. As I fawned and swooned over the numerous photos, I decided I simply had to feature a man with glorious, silky hair for our next Man Crush Monday. Jang Geuk Suk‘s Kang Moo Kyul from… Continue reading Man Crush Monday: “Mary Stayed Out All Night’s” Kang Moo Kyul

Lee Bo Young Reuniting with Lee Jong Suk through Voice Cameo on “Pinocchio”

SBS drama “Pinocchio” revealed that actress Lee Bo Young will be making a voice cameo on the show, in support for her former co-star Lee Jong Suk and the production team (writer Park Hye Ryun; director Jo Soo Won) for “I Can Hear Your Voice,” which is now the team on “Pinocchio.” The actress’s voice can… Continue reading Lee Bo Young Reuniting with Lee Jong Suk through Voice Cameo on “Pinocchio”

Lee Seung Gi’s Agency Confirms Star is in “Advanced Talks” over “Kill Me Heal Me” Drama Role

Hook Entertainment, the talent agency that represents singer, actor and television personality Lee Seung Gi, says the star is in advanced talks regarding a role in forthcoming MBC drama “Kill Me Heal Me.” A representative for Hook announced on November 18, “We are in the final stage of negotiations about Lee Seung Gi’s possible appearance… Continue reading Lee Seung Gi’s Agency Confirms Star is in “Advanced Talks” over “Kill Me Heal Me” Drama Role

Today’s Episode of “Pride and Prejudice” Canceled for Soccer Broadcast

The November 18 broadcast of MBC drama “Pride and Prejudice” will be cancelled due to the broadcast of the Korea vs. Iran soccer match. The broadcast of the friendly match between Korea’s national team and Iran’s will start at 9:30pm and go until midnight. Therefore, “Real Story Eyes” and “PD Note” will also be cancelled on… Continue reading Today’s Episode of “Pride and Prejudice” Canceled for Soccer Broadcast

Henry and B1A4’s Jinyoung Confirmed for Mnet’s Upcoming Music Drama

Mnet‘s upcoming music drama “Fall Seven Times, Rise Eight Times, Koo Haera” (working title) has released its first line-up. The cast revealed so far includes Jinyoung of B1A4, Henry of Super Junior-M, Ulala Session‘s Park Kwang Sun, and actress Yoo Sung Eun. The upcoming drama is a follow-up to Mnet’s previous music drama “Monstar.” Different from “Monstar,” this new drama will tell the… Continue reading Henry and B1A4’s Jinyoung Confirmed for Mnet’s Upcoming Music Drama

Kim So Eun and Lee Sang Yoon Look Close Behind the Scenes of “Liar Game”

Actress Kim So Eun and actor Lee Sang Yoon, two of the main stars of tvN’s “Liar Game,” have attracted attention for their friendly interaction in newly released behind-the-scenes photos. The popular drama recently revealed stills of the stars taking a short break from filming. In the photos, Kim So Eun is gently leaning her head against Lee Sang Yoon’s… Continue reading Kim So Eun and Lee Sang Yoon Look Close Behind the Scenes of “Liar Game”

Kim Min Jun Set for Drama Comeback in “Sunam Girls High School Detectives”

Actors Kim Min Jun, Han Ye Joon, and model Jang Ki Yong have confirmed for the new JTBC drama “Sunam Girls High School Detectives.” The drama is mystery romance based on a hit novel of the same name, and is about five female students who form a group and set out to pick apart unresolved… Continue reading Kim Min Jun Set for Drama Comeback in “Sunam Girls High School Detectives”

Song Chang Ui Loses 5kg for His Role on OCN’s “Doctor Frost”

Actor Song Chang Ui has lost five kilograms (approximately 11 pounds) for his role as a genius psychologist on OCN’s new drama, “Doctor Frost.” In order to perfectly portray the extremely intelligent but cold character, the actor has reportedly lost a noticeable amount of weight over the past month. Despite his busy schedule, Song Chang Ui made… Continue reading Song Chang Ui Loses 5kg for His Role on OCN’s “Doctor Frost”