In this last installment of “The Next Big Thing,” we turn our attention to those behind the camera, behind the words that come from our rookie actors and rising actresses. Although a drama’s leads are a huge draw for audiences, often what makes or breaks a drama lies with the strength of the production and… Continue reading The Next Big Thing: 5 Directors/Writers You Ought to Know
Category: Drama
KARA’s Han Seungyeon Confirmed for MBC Drama Special “Guitar and Hot Pants”
According to a representative at MBC during a phone interview with OSEN on October 25, “Han Seungyeon recently confirmed her cast decision for ‘Guitar and Hot Pants.’ Her role in the drama will be an idol at the peak of her popularity.” Han Seungyeon, who already has much experience as a popular idol within the… Continue reading KARA’s Han Seungyeon Confirmed for MBC Drama Special “Guitar and Hot Pants”
“Misaeng” Already Surpasses 3 Percent in Ratings, Cast to Follow Through with Pledges
In just three episodes, tvN drama “Misaeng” has surpassed the three percent viewer rating mark, showing a remarkable response from viewers. According to Nielsen Korea, a viewer ratings research company, the third episode of the show recorded an average of 3.4 percent, and peaked at 4.6 percent. Previously, the cast had made pledges for things… Continue reading “Misaeng” Already Surpasses 3 Percent in Ratings, Cast to Follow Through with Pledges
“Tomorrow Cantabile” Joo Won Looks Like He Has Competition in New Stills
KBS’ Monday-Tuesday drama “Tomorrow Cantabile” recently dropped stills previewing the appearance of Park Bo Gum, who is slated to stand in tense opposition to Joo Won. Park Bo Gu, is pictured confronting Joo Won with Shim Eun Kyung hiding behind his back, and anticipation is high with viewers as to what circumstances led to the… Continue reading “Tomorrow Cantabile” Joo Won Looks Like He Has Competition in New Stills
Three Great Reasons to Watch “Modern Farmer”
1. The priceless situations Just in the first two episodes of “Modern Farmer” we’ve seen… … Lee Min Ki and the EXO fangirls fighting over the band name… … Kang Yoon Hee trying to “borrow” one flower wreath of the many for the funeral next to theirs (Lee Min Ki’s grandmother’s)… … the group being… Continue reading Three Great Reasons to Watch “Modern Farmer”
Secret’s Song Ji Eun to Make Her Acting Debut Through New Web Drama
Secret’s Song Ji Eun has been confirmed to star in a new web drama “Drawing, Spring” (tentative English title) as a lead role. A representative of the group’s agency, TS Entertainment, revealed, “Song Ji Eun has been cast as the four-dimensional role of Mal Ja in the web drama ‘Drawing, Spring.’ She is officially trying… Continue reading Secret’s Song Ji Eun to Make Her Acting Debut Through New Web Drama
“Pride and Prejudice” Choi Jin Hyuk Gets in Baek Jin Hee’s Face in New Stills
With its first broadcast just a couple of days away on October 27, MBC’s new Monday-Tuesday drama “Pride and Prejudice” has released some stills giving a sneak peek into an intense scene between leads Choi Jin Hyuk (Goo Dong Chi) and Baek Jin Hee (Han Yeol Mu). In the drama, Choi Jin Hyuk and Baek… Continue reading “Pride and Prejudice” Choi Jin Hyuk Gets in Baek Jin Hee’s Face in New Stills
“Misaeng” Episode Air Time Extended to 70 Minutes
Good news for “Misaeng” fans who want more of this drama. Cable network tvN has announced that the air time for each episode of “Misaeng” will now be 70 minutes each, from its original 60-64 minutes. This results in the drama airing 10 minutes earlier than usual, starting at 8:30 p.m. The network has extended… Continue reading “Misaeng” Episode Air Time Extended to 70 Minutes
Lee Joon Gives a Preview of His Chaebol Look for “Mr Baek”
The makers of forthcoming MBC drama “Mr Baek” have released photographs featuring MBLAQ member Lee Joon, who will be starring in the new series. The two images show Lee Joon wearing an overcoat. In one image, he is shown looking at what appears to be a shot glass, while in the other, he is pictured talking… Continue reading Lee Joon Gives a Preview of His Chaebol Look for “Mr Baek”
Kim Soo Hyun, “My Love from the Stars” Bag Awards at 2014 Tokyo Drama Awards
2014 is proving to be a very good year for actor Kim Soo Hyun who has been winning awards left and right for his performance in the hit SBS drama, “My Love from the Stars.” On October 23, Kim Soo Hyun attended the 2014 Tokyo Drama Awards, which is connected to the 27th annual Tokyo… Continue reading Kim Soo Hyun, “My Love from the Stars” Bag Awards at 2014 Tokyo Drama Awards