Soompi was invited to attend the 2012 Seoul International Drama Awards on behalf of French-Korean travel agency Corée Voyage. What does a travel agency have anything to do with a prestigious drama awards ceremony, you ask? Well, as you might be able to tell by its name, the Seoul International Drama Awards encompasses not only… Continue reading [Exclusive] Soompi at the 2012 Seoul International Drama Awards
Category: Film
“The Thieves” Surpasses “Taekukgi” to Become Third Highest Korean Film in History
Box office hit “The Thieves” has marked a new milestone. According to reports in local news agencies, records from the Korean Film Council (KOFIC) showed the film already hitting 11.9 million admissions, becoming the third highest grossing Korean movies of all time. “The Thieves” surpassed 2004’s “Taekukgi,” a war drama starring Jang Dong Gun and… Continue reading “The Thieves” Surpasses “Taekukgi” to Become Third Highest Korean Film in History
Deleted Shin Se Kyung and Rain Kiss Scenes from “R2B” Released
Stills of unreleased footage of co-stars Rain and Shin Se Kyung embracing in two kiss scenes from their new movie, “R2B: Return to Base” were recently released by CJ E&M. Shin Se Kyung recently attended the premiere of “R2B” in Seoul’s CGV theatre and stated that there were kiss scenes that were edited out of the… Continue reading Deleted Shin Se Kyung and Rain Kiss Scenes from “R2B” Released
Han Ye Seul to Make Comeback through New Film “The Dog”
Han Ye Seul is reportedly in talks to make a comeback through upcoming film “The Dog.” According to a report by Star News, Han Ye Seul is discussing the possibility of a return to the Korean entertainment industry with this eight-million dollar blockbuster film. She’s currently reviewing the script and will finalize the deal in… Continue reading Han Ye Seul to Make Comeback through New Film “The Dog”
Kim Soo Hyun Keeps His Promise of Carrying the 10 Millionth Viewer
Kim Soo Hyun recently gave a piggyback ride to a female middle school student during an event for the movie, “The Thieves.” Kim Soo Hyun previously made a promise to hold this event if “The Thieves” surpassed the 10 millionth viewer mark. The lucky winner of this event was a female middle school student who… Continue reading Kim Soo Hyun Keeps His Promise of Carrying the 10 Millionth Viewer
Gong Yoo to Play North Korean Agent-Turned-Defector in “The Suspect”
Gong Yoo will be making his big screen comeback with “The Suspect.” On August 20, the actor’s participation has been confirmed by both parties, and with casting in its final stages, the movie will begin filming soon. “The Suspect” marks Gong Yoo’s return to the silver screen in a year. His last movie was 2011’s… Continue reading Gong Yoo to Play North Korean Agent-Turned-Defector in “The Suspect”
Song Jong Ki is a Wolf in New Movie “A Werewolf Boy”
Actor Song Jong Ki is back to the big screen in his new movie “A Werewolf Boy” directed by Jo Sung Hee. Response was hot after the official poster featuring the star was unveiled. Song Jong Ki is in the spolight for bringing the “Twilight Syndrome” to Korea with this supernatural production. The actor brings… Continue reading Song Jong Ki is a Wolf in New Movie “A Werewolf Boy”
Kim Bum Cast in Upcoming Hong Kong Action Thriller Film
Actor Kim Bum has been cast for the upcoming action thriller film, “Detective Dee: The Prequel,” which will be directed by the world-renowned Tsui Hark. Tsui Hark is one of Hong Kong’s most famous directors, who has directed numerous hits for many years. He has been acknowledged by many international film festivals and has even… Continue reading Kim Bum Cast in Upcoming Hong Kong Action Thriller Film
Big Bang’s TOP Spotted on the Set of His New Movie Wearing a School Uniform
A photo of Big Bang’s TOP wearing a school uniform has attracted much media attention. Recently, a paparazzi photo, titled, “TOP Eating on the Set of His New Movie,” was uploaded on various online communities. The photo captured TOP enjoying his meal outdoors while on a break from filming his latest movie “The Alumni.” Netizens… Continue reading Big Bang’s TOP Spotted on the Set of His New Movie Wearing a School Uniform
Jeon Ji Hyun: “My Kiss With Kim Soo Hyun Was Good, But…”
On the episode of KBS2 “Entertainment Relay” that was aired on August 4, “Guerilla Date” with actress Jeon Ji Hyun took place in Pusan. Jeon Ji Hyun had a kiss scene with Kim Soo Hyun in her recently released movie “Thieves.” Regarding the kiss, Jeon stated, “The kiss scene with Kim Soo Hyun was good, but my husband didn’t like it. Even if… Continue reading Jeon Ji Hyun: “My Kiss With Kim Soo Hyun Was Good, But…”