Korean entertainment extends past physical borders and is loved by many worldwide. For its 10th anniversary, media outlet Sports DongA conducted a survey analyzing Korean entertainment over the years. 100 industry experts voted on several categories, and one of the questions they were asked were what they believed is the greatest hit to come out… Continue reading Industry Experts Name Best Hits In Korean Entertainment
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8 Dramas You Should Watch If You’re A Foodie
We all watch dramas for different reasons: the plot, the lead actresses/actors, the fashion, and for some of us, the food! To be honest, most of us are probably eating while we’re watching dramas, anyway. For those of us who love food (who doesn’t), these eight dramas are great watches that definitely entertain our appetite!… Continue reading 8 Dramas You Should Watch If You’re A Foodie
The Top 12 Sageuk K-Dramas
Sageuk, or Korean historical drama, is the meat and potatoes of K-Drama. The rich history of the Korean peninsula provides delicious fodder for fantastical, dramatic, and re-imagined re-tellings of history. Let’s explore some of the best of the sageuk genre. A Tree With Deep Roots One of the transforming moments for the layman in Korean history… Continue reading The Top 12 Sageuk K-Dramas
7 Times Dramas Totally Ruined Our Diets
Sometimes it’s nice to watch a drama… And sometimes it’s nice to eat… But eating while watching a drama is almost always the best combination. Which means, if you’re a drama buff like me, diets are usually just… plans. Especially when the drama features food. I mean… Be it K-drama or any other Asian drama,… Continue reading 7 Times Dramas Totally Ruined Our Diets
8 Dramas We Can’t Believe Are Over 10 Years Old
It seems that every time I am watching a new drama, I am hearing critics rave that this one is “timeless” and will be remembered by many years down the road. Who knows, maybe 10 years from now on, I will be writing an article with the same exact prompt but it will be about… Continue reading 8 Dramas We Can’t Believe Are Over 10 Years Old
Hallyu Representatives for 20 Years of K-Pop, K-Drama, and More Selected by Experts and the Public
The Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), which is under the South Korean government’s Minsitry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, announced its list of Hallyu representatives that have led it for its 20 years in various areas of Korean content, such as music, television, stage productions, games, and webtoons. It surveyed 10 experts and 1000 members of… Continue reading Hallyu Representatives for 20 Years of K-Pop, K-Drama, and More Selected by Experts and the Public
The Best and Worst of K-Drama Dads
With Father’s Day upon us, it’s a good time to fix our attention on the fathers (good, bad, and really bad!) who populate our favorite dramas! Make sure to let us know who your favorite good and bad drama dads are in the comments! First up: the good dads…
The Perfect K-Dramas for a Summer Marathon
Summer: it’s the season for rest, relaxation, and marathoning dramas! Something about the long, warm, summer nights just inspires me to barrel through as many dramas as I can. In that spirit, here are some great dramas to marathon, broken up by genre. At some point in my life, I decided that each of these… Continue reading The Perfect K-Dramas for a Summer Marathon
Lee Young Ae’s Twin Children Make Special Appearance on Broadcast
With Korea celebrating the Lunar New Year, it’s expected that people spend time with their families during the holiday. For actress Lee Young Ae, however, the past several years has constantly been focused on raising her twin children. In a special two week documentary, the actress will show what her personal life is like raising… Continue reading Lee Young Ae’s Twin Children Make Special Appearance on Broadcast
Lee Young Ae Considering a “Jewel in the Palace” Sequel
Actress Lee Young Ae is thinking about making a sequel to the internationally famous drama, “Jewel in the Palace” (Dae Jang Geum). In the 20th anniversary edition of “Elle” Lee Young Ae revealed what she has been thinking about in regards to the highly anticipated sequel. This edition has garnered a lot of interest not… Continue reading Lee Young Ae Considering a “Jewel in the Palace” Sequel