We all know that hackneyed phrase: damned if you do, damned if you don’t. In other words, no matter what you decide to do, you’re doing something wrong. Though the idiom has its roots in early-nineteenth century evangelism, it’s an appropriate quote to describe the curiously widespread epidemic engulfing the K-pop industry. For example, we… Continue reading Idols Just Can’t Win: Unrelenting Double Standards in K-Pop
Tag: 2NE1
Sandara Park to Make Special Cameo in “One More Happy Ending”
2NE1′s Sandara Park will be making a special appearance in MBC’s upcoming Wednesday-Thursday drama “One More Happy Ending.” The drama headlined by Jang Nara and Jung Kyung Ho will tell the love stories of former girl group members trying to get another happy ending. Sandara Park will act as one of the members of girl… Continue reading Sandara Park to Make Special Cameo in “One More Happy Ending”
2NE1’s Sandara Park and iKON’s Bobby and B.I to Appear on “Happy Together”
The production team for KBS2’s Thursday night talk show, “Happy Together,” has confirmed that 2NE1‘s Sandara Park, iKON‘s Bobby and B.I, actress Kyung Soo Jin, rocker Kim Do Kyun, and fashion designer Hwang Jae Geun will be their upcoming guests. These celebrities will be filming for the Christmas special of “Happy Together” at the home… Continue reading 2NE1’s Sandara Park and iKON’s Bobby and B.I to Appear on “Happy Together”
BTS and EXO Were Tumblr’s Most Reblogged K-Pop Artists in 2015
Continuing with their year end lists, the microblogging social media site Tumblr has revealed the list of the top re-blogged K-Pop artists this year. They are… 1. BTS 2. EXO 3. SHINee 4. SEVENTEEN 5. GOT7 6. VIXX 7. BIGBANG 8. Girls’ Generation 9. f(x) 10. Red Velvet 11. Infinite 12. B.A.P 13. Super Junior… Continue reading BTS and EXO Were Tumblr’s Most Reblogged K-Pop Artists in 2015
BIGBANG, 2NE1, iKON, WINNER and Other Members of YG Family Support Epik High’s Concert
The love is strong in YG Entertainment! Epik High kicked off their Seoul series of their concert “Legend3” today. The group is planning on holding two days of concerts, and had previously held one in the city of Busan. All the members of YG Family, BIGBANG, 2NE1, WINNER, iKON, PSY, Jinusean, Lee Hi, and Akdong Musician sent… Continue reading BIGBANG, 2NE1, iKON, WINNER and Other Members of YG Family Support Epik High’s Concert
Twitter Releases Top Keywords and Accounts for 2015; BIGBANG, Super Junior, GOT7, and BTS Among the Top
Twitter Korea has released its end-of-the year roundup (start date January 1, 2015), listing the Korean accounts with the most followers, top keywords for Korea, top keywords globally, and the Korean accounts with the fastest growth in followers. BIGBANG members and Super Junior members had some of the largest accounts, and GOT7 and BTS proved themselves… Continue reading Twitter Releases Top Keywords and Accounts for 2015; BIGBANG, Super Junior, GOT7, and BTS Among the Top
8 Female K-Pop Stars With Magnetic Stage Presence
It’s time for part two of the great stage presence debate, Soompiers! The boys have already had their turn, but now it’s time to switch our discussion to the girls. Stage presence is easy to define — it just means a performer’s ability to engage an audience. Of course, it gets a bit trickier when… Continue reading 8 Female K-Pop Stars With Magnetic Stage Presence
How Come No One Expected Park Bom’s Appearance at the 2015 MAMA?
Since last night, Park Bom‘s completely unexpected appearance at the 2015 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) alongside her fellow 2NE1 members has been the ultimate talk of the town. Everyone is curious about the implications of the big surprise stage. Was it a teaser for 2NE1’s comeback? Maybe a prologue for Park Bom’s return to domestic activities? And then we have the question: how come no… Continue reading How Come No One Expected Park Bom’s Appearance at the 2015 MAMA?
YG Entertainment Addresses Park Bom’s Comeback Plans
Park Bom of 2NE1 made a surprise appearance at 2015 MAMA, leading to the speculations of the fans that she is preparing to end her hiatus. However, YG Entertainment denied all allegations very firmly. An insider said, “Park Bom’s MAMA stage was nothing more than a surprise present for her fans. However, she has no… Continue reading YG Entertainment Addresses Park Bom’s Comeback Plans
CL Works With Grazia and Charity Group to Help Children in Need
2NE1‘s CL has graced the cover of fashion magazine Grazia for a good cause. For this photo shoot, CL worked with Grazia and a charity group called “Operation Smile,” which provides medical fees to children with facial deformities. CL explained, “I’ve been wanting to participate in such a meaningful and fun project. If the children… Continue reading CL Works With Grazia and Charity Group to Help Children in Need