On the September 3 episode of KBS 2TV program “Yoo Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook,” the show hosts TWICE, GFRIEND, MAMAMOO, and I.O.I for its girl group special. During their chat with Yoo Hee Yeol, the member of TWICE express their gratitude for the explosive popularity they have enjoyed despite being a rookie group. Member Jihyo says,… Continue reading TWICE’s Jungyeon Reveals When She Most Feels Like A Celebrity
Category: TV/Film
Watch: Seo In Guk Looks Adorably Sleepy In First Teaser For “Shopping King Louie”
Say goodbye to the slick professional scammer from “Squad 38,” and hello to chaebol Louie. On September 2, MBC’s new, upcoming Wednesday-Thursday drama “Shopping King Louie” released its very first teaser, partially introducing their two main leads. In the short video, Seo In Guk slowly leans closer to Nam Ji Hyun, before muttering, “I’m hungry.… Continue reading Watch: Seo In Guk Looks Adorably Sleepy In First Teaser For “Shopping King Louie”
TWICE Try Their Hand To Become Idol Chef Kings
We all know how talented they are as singers but what about as chefs? MBC has revealed new photos that show TWICE battling it out for a spot as a top chef for their Chuseok special “Idol Chef King.” The special, which will air later in September, will feature close to 200 idols and together… Continue reading TWICE Try Their Hand To Become Idol Chef Kings
Ryu Hwayoung Lands Her First Leading Role
After being acknowledged for her acting in the recently concluded JTBC drama “Age of Youth,” actress Ryu Hwayoung has snagged her first leading role for KBS’s drama special “Disqualified Laughter” (tentative title). “Disqualified Laughter,” which will air later this month, tells the story of a serious and careful meteorologist named Lee Ji Ro who struggles… Continue reading Ryu Hwayoung Lands Her First Leading Role
GOT7’s Yugyeom Joins Dance Competition On “Hit The Stage”
Sports Donga is reporting that GOT7’s Yugyeom has joined Mnet’s “Hit the Stage.” According to their report and inside source, the GOT7 member will be participating in filming for the show on September 11. Yugyeom is known for his dance skills, so it’s no suprise that the show’s producers sought him. Since the announcement of… Continue reading GOT7’s Yugyeom Joins Dance Competition On “Hit The Stage”
Wednesday-Thursday Drama Ratings Battle Experiences Shifts In Rankings
On September 2, ratings research company Nielsen Korea revealed the ratings for Wednesday-Thursday dramas that aired on September 1. MBC’s “W” maintained its first place spot with 11.9 percent ratings (nationwide) for episode 13. This was a 0.8 percent increase from its previous episode. Coming in second was SBS’s “Don’t Dare to Dream (Jealousy Incarnate)”… Continue reading Wednesday-Thursday Drama Ratings Battle Experiences Shifts In Rankings
GFRIEND Reflects On Their Lives After Achieving Success
On the upcoming episode of “Yoo Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook,” GFRIEND opens up about their string of hits and how that has influenced their daily lives. GFRIEND joins this episode for the “Girl Group Day” special which also includes three other popular girl groups TWICE, MAMAMOO, and I.O.I. As soon as they enter the stage, they are… Continue reading GFRIEND Reflects On Their Lives After Achieving Success
Heo Young Ji Says She Received A Drunken Proposal From An “Oh Hae Young Again” Cast Member?
On the September 1 episode of KBS 2TV program “Happy Together 3,” Heo Young Ji and Huh Jung Min appear as guests. While on the show, Heo Young Ji, who appeared in “Oh Hae Young Again” with Huh Jung Min, spills the beans on an incident involving the both of them that happened at an… Continue reading Heo Young Ji Says She Received A Drunken Proposal From An “Oh Hae Young Again” Cast Member?
4 Variety Show Maknaes Who Rise Above Expectations
The role of a maknae, or the youngest member, on a variety show (or any other undertaking, including an idol group) is not to be overestimated. Their personas are often clumsy and easily confused – the better for entertainment – but can sometimes be totally unpredictable to their other members. Recently, a Korean media outlet identified… Continue reading 4 Variety Show Maknaes Who Rise Above Expectations