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KBS Dramas Dominate With Highest Viewer Ratings in 2013

On December 26, viewer rating research company Nielson Korea released a summary of the viewer ratings for shows broadcast in 2013 based on 3134 households from January 1 to December 22. According to their report, of the top 20 dramas, KBS‘s “My Daughter Seo Young” received the honor of the most-viewed drama of the year, with a whopping… Continue reading KBS Dramas Dominate With Highest Viewer Ratings in 2013

Gil Becomes “King of Donations” on “Infinity Challenge”

The last episode of the “Lonely Friends” special on MBC’s “Infinity Challenge” aired on December 28. During the episode, the “Infinity Challenge” cast members and their guests held an auction for their most cherished items. Gil who brought a set of spoons and chopsticks and set it’s starting price at 300,000 won ($285). No one… Continue reading Gil Becomes “King of Donations” on “Infinity Challenge”

Ji Chang Wook Shows Humility Regarding “Empress Ki” Ratings

Ji Chang Wook discussed MBC Monday-Tuesday drama “Empress Ki‘s“ sky high ratings on MBC’s “Section TV.” The actor appeared on “Section TV” on December 29, and was asked if he knew how popular the drama was. He replied, “Truthfully, I’m in the middle of filming so I don’t really know much.” Ji Chang Wook said, “Sometimes… Continue reading Ji Chang Wook Shows Humility Regarding “Empress Ki” Ratings

“Reply 1994” Jung Woo to Also Give Free Hugs

On December 27, it was reported Yoo Yeon Suk of “Reply 1994” gave out free hugs in the busy street of Myeongdong, Seoul, and thousands of people showed up at the scene of the event.  Well, there’s more good news for “Reply 1994” fans in Korea. Actor Jung Woo, who plays Trash in the drama,… Continue reading “Reply 1994” Jung Woo to Also Give Free Hugs

CNBlue Tops Taiwan Pre-Sales Chart with “Present”

CNBlue’s upcoming “Best of” album, “Present,” will be released in Taiwan on January 3, but they are already number one for the month beginning from November 29 to December 29 on Taiwan’s top online retail site books.com.tw. Ahead of it’s official release in January, the album has already topped the Asian music monthly chart with… Continue reading CNBlue Tops Taiwan Pre-Sales Chart with “Present”

Comedian Song In Hwa Sentenced for Marijuana Use

It has been reported comedian Song In Hwa has been charged for marijuana use. On December 29, the Incheon District Court sentenced Song In Hwa to six months in prison with two years probation. Along with the comedian, her sister, who was charged under the same offence, was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison with… Continue reading Comedian Song In Hwa Sentenced for Marijuana Use

“Prime Minister and I” Yoon Hae Young and YoonA During Filming

Actresses Yoon Hae Young and YoonA recently took a candid photo on the drama set of “Prime Minister And I.”  On December 26, Yoon Hae Young shared their photo with the caption, “While filming for the drama with the pretty YoonA.”  In the drama, Yoon Hae Young plays the role of the minister’s wife and… Continue reading “Prime Minister and I” Yoon Hae Young and YoonA During Filming

Actor Park Shi Hoo Updates Fans on His Status

Actor Park Shi Hoo recently confirmed that he would be in a Chinese film “Scent,” which commences filming next month in Shanghai. He recently updated his Weibo(*) account on December 28, greeting approximately 700,000 Chinese fans ahead of his upcoming activities in China. Park Shi Hoo was last active on Weibo in February 2012, so… Continue reading Actor Park Shi Hoo Updates Fans on His Status

“Running Man” Ji Suk Jin Loses His Passport: Will He Make It Back in Time for SBS Entertainment Awards?

Comedian Ji Suk Jin’s passport has gone missing. On December 29, Ji Suk Jin posted on his Twitter account, “I am at the airport in Vancouver, Canada, and I seem to have lost my passport. I have to attend the awards ceremony, but the embassy is closed today and tomorrow. I don’t know what to… Continue reading “Running Man” Ji Suk Jin Loses His Passport: Will He Make It Back in Time for SBS Entertainment Awards?