The four rookie police officers- Eun Dae Gu (Lee Seung Gi), Eo Soo Sun (Go Ara), Park Tae Il (Ahn Jae Hyun), Ji Gook (Park Jung Min) – who never dreamed of becoming police officers, not even once, arrive at Gangnam Police Station for their first day of work, and Seo Pan Suk (Cha Seung… Continue reading “You’re Surrounded” Episode 1 Preview
Category: TV/Film
“Triangle” Stays at Top of Monday-Tuesday Drama Viewer Ratings
In the midst of the three main broadcasting stations (KBS, MBC, SBS) competing for the top spot in their Monday-Tuesday drama rankings, MBC’s “Triangle” has come out at the top. According to Nielson Korea on May 7, “Triangle” recorded a viewer rating of 9.6% for the May 6 broadcast. This is a 0.7% increase from… Continue reading “Triangle” Stays at Top of Monday-Tuesday Drama Viewer Ratings
“Man From the Stars” to Be Released as a Film in China This Summer
“Man From the Stars,” which gained explosive popularity all over Asia, will be released in China as a movie this summer. According to reports from Chinese media on May 7, production company Meng Jiang Wei (盟将威) revealed that they bought the publication rights for the popular Korean drama. A movie official stated, “We are currently in the… Continue reading “Man From the Stars” to Be Released as a Film in China This Summer
Kim Woo Bin, Junho, and Kang Ha Neul Confirmed for New Movie “Twenty”
Kim Woo Bin, Junho (2PM), and Kang Ha Neul are confirmed to appear in the new movie “Twenty” as the three male leads. “Twenty” is a movie about three 20-year-old best friends and their navigation through life. It will be a light and comedic movie that will also show a realistic portrayal of the life… Continue reading Kim Woo Bin, Junho, and Kang Ha Neul Confirmed for New Movie “Twenty”
Eddy Kim Opens Up About Chaebol Rumors
Eddy Kim made an appearance on Mnet‘s “Beatles Code 3D” on May 6 and cleared rumors about him being a chaebol. MC Shindong asked him on the show if it was true that he only wore luxury brands, and if his family really owned a ski resort and a golf course in Canada. Eddy Kim denied… Continue reading Eddy Kim Opens Up About Chaebol Rumors
Blind Comedian Lee Dong Woo Shares His Heartbreaking Dream on Healing Camp
At the May 5 broadcast of SBS variety program “Healing Camp,” comedian Lee Dong Woo, who has lost his eyesight due to a retina disease, said his dream is to see his daughter Ji Woo even for five minutes. “My dream is clearly for my eyes to open again. The world’s greatest scientists study not only this… Continue reading Blind Comedian Lee Dong Woo Shares His Heartbreaking Dream on Healing Camp
“Infinity Challenge” to Hold Nation-wide Election for New Leader
“Infinity Challenge” will take the first step towards a new beginning by choosing a new leader. On the May 3 episode of MBC’s “Infinity Challenge” titled “Choose! 2014,” the members turned into candidates and collectively introduced the upcoming election. As the recent departure of long-time member Gil has shed a dark shadow over the show, not… Continue reading “Infinity Challenge” to Hold Nation-wide Election for New Leader
Joo Won Cast in Chinese Film alongside Hangeng
Actor Joo Won has been cast in the Chinese film “Xiao You Qiao Mu.” Chinese distributor and investment publisher China Film and entertainment agency Yue Hua Entertainment will be making this movie as a joint project and are planning on showing a new paradigm through this Korea-China joint film. The original work which the movie will be based on is an… Continue reading Joo Won Cast in Chinese Film alongside Hangeng
Im Siwan and Lee Joon Elevate “Acting Idol” Status
It is no longer unusual today to see K-Pop idols crossing over to acting. With their influx in a different aspect of the entertainment industry, some observers have looked upon idols acting with skepticism and negativity. Many believe casting popular idols in dramas and films is only a tactic to gain viewership but does not… Continue reading Im Siwan and Lee Joon Elevate “Acting Idol” Status
“Roommate” PD Speaks Up About Viewers’ Criticism on Supposed “Love Lines”
The main PD of the newly started and hotly discussed variety show “Roommate” has recently revealed his honest thoughts on the viewers’ criticisms on the show’s “love lines” (romantic pairings). Park Sang Hyuk PD spoke with OSEN on May 6 and stated, “After the pilot episode, there has been criticism about the love line. But… Continue reading “Roommate” PD Speaks Up About Viewers’ Criticism on Supposed “Love Lines”