The January 1 broadcast of “Happy Together” was a ‘Celebrity Siblings’ special, showcasing celebrities who share a close, sibling-like relationship. Guests were actors Yoo Ji Tae and Cha Ye Ryun, comedians Kim Soo Yong and Kim Suk, and BEAST’s Lee Kikwang and 4Minute’s Huh Gayoon. During the program, host Yoo Jae Suk asked Huh Gayoon,… Continue reading BEAST’s Lee Gikwang Says 4Minute’s Gayoon Got Prettier Since Her High School Days
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Jay Park Pokes Fun at Celebrities Going Public with Their Relationship Through the Same Process
On the January 2 broadcast of JTBC’s variety talk program “Witch Hunt,” Jay Park made an appearance as a special guest on the show for his second time. During the episode, the singer was asked about his own personal dating style. When the MCs asked a question in relation to a story sent in by… Continue reading Jay Park Pokes Fun at Celebrities Going Public with Their Relationship Through the Same Process
EXO and Super Junior-M Hold Girl Group Dance Battle on “Guesthouse”
On the upcoming January 4 broadcast of SBS’ variety program “Super Junior-M’s Guesthouse,” EXO members Suho and Chen will be appearing as guests. It is said that the Super Junior-M members were unaware of who the guests would be, and were looking forward to seeing girl group members, as that is what they were told.… Continue reading EXO and Super Junior-M Hold Girl Group Dance Battle on “Guesthouse”
Ji Sung Performs Flawlessly in a Complex Torture Scene for New Drama “Kill Me Heal Me”
The new Wednesday-Thursday MBC drama “Kill Me Heal Me” revealed behind-the-scenes cuts of Ji Sung preparing for a scene involving being tortured in an abandoned factory. Because Ji Sung’s character in the drama is a third generation chaebol, the reason for him shooting a torture scene is a mystery. The scene involves Ji Sung in… Continue reading Ji Sung Performs Flawlessly in a Complex Torture Scene for New Drama “Kill Me Heal Me”
2AM Seulong Confirmed for New tvN Romantic Comedy
2AM’s Seulong has been cast in tvN’s new Monday-Tuesday mini series “Hogoo’s Love” (tentative English title), rounding out the lead cast, which consists of After School’s Uee, Choi Woo Sik, and Lee Soo Kyung. “Hogoo’s Love” is a romantic comedy that handles the complicated relationships and dangerous friendships that ensue following the reunion of Kang… Continue reading 2AM Seulong Confirmed for New tvN Romantic Comedy
A Pink’s Bomi, Clara, and Others in Talks for “Real Men” Female Soldier Special
The casting process for the upcoming female soldier special for “Real Men” is under way, and reports have been spilling out about the potential candidates, idols and actors alike, who are currently in talks for the second round of the spin on the military show. The first female special for the show was a huge… Continue reading A Pink’s Bomi, Clara, and Others in Talks for “Real Men” Female Soldier Special
Kim Gura Distressed by Reporter Coming to His House Asking about His Health
During the show “War of Words,” Kim Gu Ra talked about tactless reporters who gave him a hard time asking about his health during the break from his illness. The January 1 episode of “War of Words” was the first recording of Kim Gu Ra back in the studios since his short break from symptoms… Continue reading Kim Gura Distressed by Reporter Coming to His House Asking about His Health
SBS Releases First Teaser Video for “Hyde Jekyll Me” Starring Hyun Bin and Han Ji Min
The first teaser for Hyun Bin’s SBS Wednesday-Thursday drama, “Hyde Jekyll Me” has been released. In the teaser, we see two different sides of Hyun Bin’s character: one is a sharp man with a cold gaze while the other looks warm and friendly. Han Ji Min’s character looks visibly confused by the alternate personalities. “Hyde… Continue reading SBS Releases First Teaser Video for “Hyde Jekyll Me” Starring Hyun Bin and Han Ji Min
“Mama” Song Yoon Ah and Moon Jung Hee’s Friendship Touches Audience at 2014 MBC Drama Awards
Within the drama “Mama” and without, actresses Song Yoon Ah and Moon Jung Hee continue to teach us about the value of friendship. At the 2014 MBC Drama Awards, which was held on December 30, “Mama” actresses Song Yoon Ah and Moon Jung Hee were both nominees for the Female High Excellence Award for Special Production… Continue reading “Mama” Song Yoon Ah and Moon Jung Hee’s Friendship Touches Audience at 2014 MBC Drama Awards
Best K-Dramas of 2014
2014 was an awesome year in K-dramaland. Gone were dramas depending on trends or copying each other. Anyone remember the oversaturation of time travel dramas in 2012? K-drama fans were rewarded this year with plenty of unique dramas with diverse plots. Let’s revisit some of the most interesting dramas we watched in 2014. The Soompi staff… Continue reading Best K-Dramas of 2014