At a press conference for Mnet‘s female rapper survival show “Unpretty Rapstar 2” on September 8, two representatives from the show addressed some recent concerns expressed by netizens about the second season’s lineup. Season two will star rappers Heize, Kasper, Ash-B, SISTAR‘s Hyorin, Gilme, Ahn Soo Min, Fiestar‘s Yezi, KittiB, Moon Suah, Wonder Girls‘ Yubin,… Continue reading “Unpretty Rapstar 2” Creators Discourage Discrimination Against Idol Rappers
Category: Variety
“Happy Together” Recruits Yoo Jae Suk, Park Myung Soo, and Jeon Hyun Moo for New Season
Jeon Hyun Moo is set to reunite with KBS after three years by joining resident MCs Yoo Jae Suk and Park Myung Soo in hosting the new fourth season of “Happy Together.” According to KBS2TV’s representative, the show will be undergoing conceptual changes before launching the new season. While details are currently being discussed, the production team hopes to offer both… Continue reading “Happy Together” Recruits Yoo Jae Suk, Park Myung Soo, and Jeon Hyun Moo for New Season
G-Dragon’s Refrigerator Contents Leave Chefs Shocked
G-Dragon of BIGBANG appeared on the September 7 episode of JTBC’s “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator.” He shocked everyone on the show by revealing his refrigerator’s contents. Everyone on the show was surprised to see that his refrigerator stores three pricey delicacies: truffles, caviar, and foie gras. G-Dragon says, “I came across a truffle store… Continue reading G-Dragon’s Refrigerator Contents Leave Chefs Shocked
Girls’ Generation Members Say They Want Second Season of “Channel Girls’ Generation”
Members of the popular girl group Girls’ Generation voiced their wish to have a second season of their reality TV show, “Channel Girls’ Generation.” The members will be shown talking about their hopes of a second season on the finale episode of “Channel Girls’ Generation” that will air on August 8 at 9pm KST, on cable… Continue reading Girls’ Generation Members Say They Want Second Season of “Channel Girls’ Generation”
SISTAR’s Hyorin Reveals Why She Joined “Unpretty Rapstar 2” Even Though She’s Got a Lot to Lose
At a press conference held on September 8 for Mnet‘s female rapper survival show “Unpretty Rapstar 2,” SISTAR‘s Hyorin shared her thoughts on joining the show. She revealed, “If you look at it a certain way, I can lose a whole lot [through doing ‘Unpretty Rapstar 2’], but I have always wanted to and loved [rapping], just… Continue reading SISTAR’s Hyorin Reveals Why She Joined “Unpretty Rapstar 2” Even Though She’s Got a Lot to Lose
“Please Take Care of My Refrigerator” Has Highest Ratings Among Monday Variety Shows
Despite its dropping ratings, “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator” marked first place out of all the variety shows aired at the same time. Nielsen Korea, a ratings research company, reported that the ratings for the September 7 episode of “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator” was 5.961 percent. This is 1.468 percent lower than… Continue reading “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator” Has Highest Ratings Among Monday Variety Shows
BoA to Be the First Guest on “Hidden Singer” Season 4
Asia’s star BoA will be the first singer to be on JTBC‘s “Hidden Singer 4.” On September 7, JTBC said, “BoA, who is celebrating her 15th debut anniversary this year, will be the main character of the first episode of ‘Hidden Singer.’” BoA, who is touted as the best female singer in Korea as well… Continue reading BoA to Be the First Guest on “Hidden Singer” Season 4
“Real Men: Female Soldier Edition” Responds to Sexual Harassment Accusations
MBC’s popular Sunday night variety show “Real Men” is facing controversy after its September 6 broadcast. “Real Men” is currently airing its “Female Soldier Edition 3” on its Sunday timeslot. It features trot singer Park Gyu Ri, comedian and actress Kim Hyun Sook, actresses Shin So Yul, Yoo Sun, Han Groo, and Han Chae Ah, rapper Jessi, singer Choi Yoojin of CLC, TV personality Sayuri, and… Continue reading “Real Men: Female Soldier Edition” Responds to Sexual Harassment Accusations
Chu Sarang and Girls’ Generation to Reunite on “Superman Returns”
Chu Sarang and Girls’ Generation will be having a reunion! A source from the “Superman Returns” staff spoke to TV Report on September 7 and said, “Last week, we filmed with the members of Girls’ Generation and Chu Sarang. The date of the broadcast has yet to be set.” Chu Sarang previously met Girls’ Generation… Continue reading Chu Sarang and Girls’ Generation to Reunite on “Superman Returns”
Ji Sung Reveals Daughter’s Name and Lee Bo Young’s Response Towards His “Manner Hands”
Ji Sung made an appearance on the September 6 episode of “Section TV Entertainment News,” and talked about his “manner hands” in his movies. “Manner hands” refer to various gestures by men intended to show consideration towards women, for example, extending one’s hands near the doorframe of a car when a woman is getting out,… Continue reading Ji Sung Reveals Daughter’s Name and Lee Bo Young’s Response Towards His “Manner Hands”