It seems like every Korean drama has a few scenes that never fail to make an appearance throughout the series. From the piggy back ride to the wrist grab, the slow motion back hug to the drunken stumble home, there are certain scenes that K-drama viewers have come to accept as normal (no matter how… Continue reading 10 Overused K-Drama Plots We Love to Hate
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These 6 Stereotypes Are Always in High School K-Dramas
When I started watching “Sassy Go Go,” I initially started watching it because I had been craving a high school K-drama for a while. With its ending recently, I can confidently say that the drama satisfied my craving because it was filled with what I would expect from a high school K-drama – youthful splendor,… Continue reading These 6 Stereotypes Are Always in High School K-Dramas
The Damaging Cultural Portrayals of the K-Drama Slap
Perhaps there is nothing more vicious than a hard smack across the cheek, delivered in front of a very public sea of onlookers. Which is precisely why it pains me to witness it, particularly in K-dramas where it’s used in such heavy rotation. Honestly, it makes Korea look bad. Now, K-dramas are not indicative of reality, of course,… Continue reading The Damaging Cultural Portrayals of the K-Drama Slap
Lee Min Ho Causes Traffic Jams in Manila, Has Street Named After Him in Tokyo
With nearly 30 CF contracts domestically, actor Lee Min Ho is quickly earning the nickname “CF King.” The word on the street is that companies that start off with one-year exclusive contracts with the actor end up extending the contract to two or three more years. This is not to mention Lee Min Ho’s many… Continue reading Lee Min Ho Causes Traffic Jams in Manila, Has Street Named After Him in Tokyo
14 Great Drama OSTs
A good OST can make or break a drama. Great OSTs can make the emotion onscreen even more intense, and they also serve as a way to keep experiencing a drama even when you’re not watching it. These are some of my favorite drama OSTs. Please share your favorites in the comments!
Past Photos of Park Shin Hye Grabs Attention
Past photos of actress Park Shin Hye is drawing attention of many netizens. Recently, on an online community, a photo was posted with the title, “The Dignity of a Natural Beauty.” The photo consists of screen captures of Park Shin Hye in the 2003 SBS drama, “Stairway to Heaven.” She played the young Han Jung… Continue reading Past Photos of Park Shin Hye Grabs Attention
Park Shin Hye Tweets a Photo of Kim Woo Bin
Actress Park Shin Hye uploaded a photo of Kim Woo Bin, who is costarring with her in the drama, “Heirs.” On October 12, Park Shin Hye posted the photo on her Twitter account with the caption, “’Wow! It’s a celebrity! Smile!’ Young Do is smiling for the camera. Introducing Choi Young Do, holder of an… Continue reading Park Shin Hye Tweets a Photo of Kim Woo Bin
Park Shin Hye: “Kim Woo Bin Likes Skinship”
Looks like actor Kim Woo Bin has something in common with buddy Lee Jong Suk. Can you imagine what their friendly dates will look like? That’s taking bromance to another level. On October 9, SBS’s “Midnight TV Entertainment” aired a special interview with Kim Woo Bin, Lee Min Ho, Kim Sung Ryung and Park Shin… Continue reading Park Shin Hye: “Kim Woo Bin Likes Skinship”
Park Shin Hye and Lee Min Ho Take a Photo Together
Actress Park Shin Hye revealed a photo of herself and Lee Min Ho, her counterpart in the drama “Heirs.” On October 10, she posted the photo on her Twitter account with the caption, “What will happen to them today? The charming Kim Tan and the impolite Cha Eun Sang.” In the photo, the two are seen together… Continue reading Park Shin Hye and Lee Min Ho Take a Photo Together
“Secret Love” vs. “The Heirs” vs. “Medical Top Team”: Which Drama Came Out on Top in Wednesday Ratings?
Among the three new dramas that are competing for the top spot on the ratings chart for Wednesday and Thursday, KBS‘s “Secret Love” took first place in viewership ratings. MBC’s new drama “Medical Top Team” debuted at a disappointing third place. According to Nielson Korea’s October 9 ratings, “Medical Top Team” took 7.3% of the… Continue reading “Secret Love” vs. “The Heirs” vs. “Medical Top Team”: Which Drama Came Out on Top in Wednesday Ratings?