Ratings for the “2013 Mnet Asian Music Awards” (“2013 MAMA”) were slightly up from last year. According to ratings agency TNmS, November 22’s “2013 MAMA” earned a 4.872% rating amongst the country’s cable subscribing households, compared to a rating of 3.547% last year, a 1.325% increase in viewership. The rating is a combined viewership from… Continue reading “2013 MAMA” Ratings Peak During Big Bang’s Performance + Red Carpet Pictures
Tag: Kim Jong Kook
Which Leader of EXO Pulled Off Kim Jong Kook’s Name Tag on Running Man?
On the episode of SBS’ “Running Man” which aired on November 10, the members carried out missions given by Ryu Hyun Jin of the LA Dodgers. The final mission consisted of a battle between the Running Man team and 11 members of EXO. The final mission was a “Bells Hide and Seek,” and EXO attacked… Continue reading Which Leader of EXO Pulled Off Kim Jong Kook’s Name Tag on Running Man?
[Recap] “Running Man” Race Start Fan Meeting in Singapore Was More than Just Another Fan Meeting
It was a mad party at the “Watsons Race Start! in Singapore Running Man Fan Meeting” last Saturday! Held on October 19 at Singapore Expo, all tickets to the event were snapped up within hours after tickets went on public sale. It was the five members, namely Ji Suk Jin, Kim Jong Kook, Song Ji… Continue reading [Recap] “Running Man” Race Start Fan Meeting in Singapore Was More than Just Another Fan Meeting
Throngs of Fans Turn Up at Running Man’s Autograph Session in Singapore
Just how popular is Korean variety show “Running Man” outside of Korea? “Very popular” is an understatement. Five members of the seven-member cast – Ji Suk Jin, Kim Jong Kook, Song Ji Hyo, Gary and Haha was warmly greeted by 4,000 fans at an autograph session held at Jurong Point shopping mall in the morning of October… Continue reading Throngs of Fans Turn Up at Running Man’s Autograph Session in Singapore
[Soompi Spotlight] Gary Admits He Was a Little Crazy When He Kissed Song Ji Hyo on “Running Man”
On Friday, October 18, five members of “Running Man” – Ji Suk Jin, Kim Jong Kook, Song Ji Hyo, Gary, and Haha met more than 100 members of the media at the “Watsons Race Start! in Singapore” press conference held at the W Singapore Sentosa Cove hotel. It was the first time for the cast… Continue reading [Soompi Spotlight] Gary Admits He Was a Little Crazy When He Kissed Song Ji Hyo on “Running Man”
Fans Fear “Running Man” Star Kim Jong Kook Might Still Be Suffering from Previous Back Injury
The sight of beloved “Running Man” star Kim Jong Kook‘s waist covered in medical tape has caused fans some concern. On the latest episode of “Running Man” that aired on October 13, signs of Kim Jong Kook’s prevalent back problems appeared to be somewhat disconcerting, as the medical tape became visible during one of the… Continue reading Fans Fear “Running Man” Star Kim Jong Kook Might Still Be Suffering from Previous Back Injury
“Running Man” Members Are Surprised by Kim Jong Kook’s Weight
On SBS’ “Running Man” which aired on October 13, Kim Gong Kook formed one team with Gary and guest star, Kim Min Jung. One of the games played on the episode was crossing a stepping-stone obstacle. As always, Kim Jong Kook dominated members of the competing teams with his strength. He evoked lots of laughter… Continue reading “Running Man” Members Are Surprised by Kim Jong Kook’s Weight
Kim Jong Kook Gets Sensitive at the Mention of Yoon Eun Hye on “Running Man”
Yoo Jae Suk tried to provoke Kim Jong Kook once again by bringing up Yoon Eun Hye. On October 6, SBS’s variety program “Running Man” aired an episode featuring Park Shin Hye, Choi Jin Hyuk, and Kim Woo Bin, a few actors from upcoming drama “The Heirs.” “Running Man” members and the actors were split up… Continue reading Kim Jong Kook Gets Sensitive at the Mention of Yoon Eun Hye on “Running Man”
Lee Kwang Soo Tells On Kim Jong Gook to His Dad in the Latest Episode of “Running Man”
Entertainer and actor Lee Kwang Soo was recently surprised by his father’s unexpected appearance on the latest episode of “Running Man“! At the location for the first mission, the members of “Running Man” had to meet up at a factory complex. Lee Kwang Soo looked particularly confused, thinking this was some kind of prank on him… Continue reading Lee Kwang Soo Tells On Kim Jong Gook to His Dad in the Latest Episode of “Running Man”
“Running Man” Cast Says Thank You from Beijing
Popular SBS Sunday variety show “Running Man” continues on its Asia tour to meet fans all across the continent. Recently, “Running Man” regular cast member and one-half of the Leessang duo Gary posted a photo from the tour on his personal Instagram account. “Thank you, Beijing,” Gary said along with his photo post. The photo… Continue reading “Running Man” Cast Says Thank You from Beijing