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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

Unlucky K-Dramas: It’s All About the Timing

International fans of K-dramas have an advantage and a disadvantage over fans in Korea. While international fans have to wait for a drama to be available after it aired in Korea, they have the luxury to watch many dramas at the same time. However, fans in Korea must choose, if faced with the choice of two good… Continue reading Unlucky K-Dramas: It’s All About the Timing

One Size Does Not Fit All: A Call for Diversification of Body Types in Korean Media

In “Oh My Venus,” Kang Joo Eun (Shin Min Ah) is a smart, successful lawyer. She’s educated and ambitious. And, like many working adults, she’s gained some weight since her school days. Unfortunately, it’s this latter characterization of Kang Joo Eun — as a woman carrying extra pounds — that drives the plot, and thus, the character’s… Continue reading One Size Does Not Fit All: A Call for Diversification of Body Types in Korean Media

Looking Back At K-Dramaland’s 2015: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable

The new year is here, so, we’re waxing nostalgic about our K-drama experience in 2015. Just how good was the past year for K-dramaland? Here’s our take! TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 What Will You Miss About 2015? What Won’t You Miss About 2015? Were the Dramas Better in 2015? Has It Gotten Better Since K-Dramas Came… Continue reading Looking Back At K-Dramaland’s 2015: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable

10 Things That Happened 10 Years Ago in K-Dramas

10 years ago in K-dramas.. 1. Super Junior‘s Choi Siwon captured the hearts of schoolgirls with his flower boy looks in the drama “18 vs. 29,” playing the younger version of Ryu Soo Young. 2. Jo In Sung was stealing the OTP title from Ji Jin Hee in “Spring Day.” Originally, Ji Jin Hee was supposed to end… Continue reading 10 Things That Happened 10 Years Ago in K-Dramas

5 K-Drama Actors Having a Worse Day Than You

Happy Monday! As we start off the week groaning and moaning, here’s a short reminder that it could be worse. Just be happy you aren’t these K-drama actors. Ever been slapped by kimchi? Well, be happy you aren’t actor Won Ki Joon in “Everybody Kimchi.” Or Hyun Bin, who has a whole meal spit onto his face in… Continue reading 5 K-Drama Actors Having a Worse Day Than You

“Man From the Stars” Kim Soo Hyun Increases Book Sales

American writer Kate DiCamillo’s “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane” recently sold over 30,000 copies. The book was first published in 2009, and was quickly forgotten without receiving much interest. However, it’s as if the book has sprouted wings; it’s selling like crazy. This is because of its appearance in the currently very hot SBS… Continue reading “Man From the Stars” Kim Soo Hyun Increases Book Sales

Hyun Bin Spotted Shopping in Apgu

“Secret Garden’s” Hyun Bin, currently serving in the Marine Corps, was spotted shopping in Apgujeondong over the weekend while on his short military vacation. Titled “I Saw Hyun Bin at Apgu,” five photos were uploaded to various online communities and showed Hyun Bin shopping for a bag at a Linoui boutique

Jung Ryeo Won Discusses Adversity Singer-Turned-Actresses Face

Jung Ryeo Won appeared on a recent recording of KBS “Happy Together 3” and discussed the adversity she had to face as a singer-turned-actress. “When I first started acting, I wasn’t allowed to put on as much makeup as the main actress. I wasn’t even given the same type of lighting, which made me appear darker than others,” the former Chakra member said.

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