Category: TV/Film

FT Island’s Lee Hong Ki Is New “M! Countdown” MC

FT Island’s lead vocalist Lee Hong Ki takes on another new assignment. According to reports in local news media, the acting idol is set to take on the hosting spot on Mnet’s music program “M! Countdown.” Reports also quoted “M! Countdown” PD Jung Yoo Jin in the announcement, saying, “’M! Countdown’ will undergo  a change… Continue reading FT Island’s Lee Hong Ki Is New “M! Countdown” MC

“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

PSY Introduced as “Korean Ricky Martin”

PSY was introduced as the “Korean Ricky Martin” on a popular U.S. talk show. During a recent episode of Channel E! “Chelsea Lately,” the show’s comedian host Chelsea Handler gave a closing remark involving PSY and his smash hit single “Gangnam Style.” She said, “He is a revolutionary musician, dancer, and sex symbol – he… Continue reading PSY Introduced as “Korean Ricky Martin”

T-ara’s Eunjung & Jiyeon’s Cameo Appearance on “Shut Up Family” Removed

T-ara’s Eunjung and Jiyeon’s cameo appearance has been edited out from KBS’s latest daily sitcom “Shut Up Family.” A representative from the production team stated, “We have decided to remove Eunjung and Jiyeon’s cameo from tomorrow’s episode. Many viewers have repeatedly requested that their portions be cut out.” When news about Eunjung and Jiyeon’s cameo… Continue reading T-ara’s Eunjung & Jiyeon’s Cameo Appearance on “Shut Up Family” Removed

Shin Min Ah Displays Her Drawing Skills

Shin Min Ah displayed her drawing skills in stills taken behind the scenes of her MBC drama “Arang and the Magistrate.” In the photo, the actress is shown earnestly holding a brush and seriously engaged in the act of drawing. It appears that she is copying co-star Lee Jun Ki’s features and trying to reproduce… Continue reading Shin Min Ah Displays Her Drawing Skills

Deleted Shin Se Kyung and Rain Kiss Scenes from “R2B” Released

Shin Se Kyung

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

“Infinity Challenge” Members Reveal Their Most Prized Possessions

The “Infinity Challenge” members revealed their most prized possessions. On the most recent episode of MBC’s “Infinity Challenge” that was aired on August 25, the members started battling it out for a ticket for a vacation in Hawaii. Yoo Jae Suk said, “There are always people who say things like ‘My wife, my child, is… Continue reading “Infinity Challenge” Members Reveal Their Most Prized Possessions

Kara’s Kang Jiyoung Was Cheated On By Her Ex-Boyfriend

Kara‘s Kang Jiyoung revealed her dating experience on “Invincible Youth 2.”  On the most recent episode of KBS 2TV’s “Invincible youth 2”, a “Youth Lodging” special was aired with diplomats from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MOFAT) as guests. On this day, the members were split into two teams. One team went to… Continue reading Kara’s Kang Jiyoung Was Cheated On By Her Ex-Boyfriend

“Bridal Mask” Viewership Finally Hits 20%, Due to Jin Se Yeon?

Having finally reached a viewership of 20%, KBS Wednesday-Thursday “Bridal Mask” drama production is working hard to the last moment. On August 24, according to viewership research company AGB Nielson Media Research, 20.3% of the entire country’s viewership watched the August 23 broadcasting of drama “Bridal Mask,” and “Bridal Mask” led all dramas in its… Continue reading “Bridal Mask” Viewership Finally Hits 20%, Due to Jin Se Yeon?