Most Korean entertainment fans are familiar to some degree with the South Korean institution of mandatory military service. Basically, all South Korean men are required to enlist for a couple years between the ages of 18 and 35 and celebrities are not exempt. Celebrities with a history of injuries can serve in public service instead… Continue reading [Editorial] Celebrities and Military Service
Tag: Se7en
Se7en Will Be Serving as a Celebrity Soldier After All
Singer Se7en, who recently received a lot of positive attention due to his military assignment as a rifleman, was reassigned as a celebrity soldier. According to “The Korea Economic Daily” on April 28, Se7en’s agency YG Entertainment announced, “After his basic training, Se7en has been reassigned as a celebrity solider instead of becoming a regular rifleman… Continue reading Se7en Will Be Serving as a Celebrity Soldier After All
Se7en Assigned as a Regular Rifleman and Not a Celebrity Soldier
Recently on April 22, a representative of singer Se7en announced to OSEN, “Se7en is close to successfully completing his basic training. Afterward, he will be placed in the 135th infantry division.” According to the official, Se7en has been assigned to be a regular rifleman. He will finish the basic training on April 26 and will… Continue reading Se7en Assigned as a Regular Rifleman and Not a Celebrity Soldier
Top 5 Most Envied Celebrity Couples
Eduwill, a company certifying those who are interested in pursuing careers in licensed real estate, civil service, social work and credit bank, conducted a survey from March 11 to March 22 asking its customers to vote for the celebrity couple they are envious of and what they think are important in a dating relationship. Many… Continue reading Top 5 Most Envied Celebrity Couples
[Editorial] The Current State of Hallyu in the US
I’m not going to pretend to be an expert on who’s doing what and with whom on the Hallyu map. But we’ve tasted success through PSY, and I say we because by it’s due to fans of Korean pop sticking the proverbial foot in the door. When Korean pop fans subbed and uploaded music videos… Continue reading [Editorial] The Current State of Hallyu in the US
Se7en’s Representative Denies Rumors Regarding Se7en and Park Han Byul Breakup
Recently a representative of Se7en cleared up rumors about Se7en and Park Han Byul having broken up. Se7en enlisted into his mandatory military service on March 19. On March 22, he was sent to Gyeonggi-do Pocheon. At the time Se7en and Park Han Byul did not have the chance to say goodbye. Also, when he… Continue reading Se7en’s Representative Denies Rumors Regarding Se7en and Park Han Byul Breakup
Park Han Byul Is Spotted at the Airport After Se7en’s Enlistment
Recently in early March this year, actress Park Han Byul, who was on her way to China for her upcoming movie “Bunshinsaba 2,” was spotted at an airport. In the photos is Park Han Byul wearing black t-shirts and matching long skirt. She is also carrying a large bag and a travel carrier. In her… Continue reading Park Han Byul Is Spotted at the Airport After Se7en’s Enlistment
Celebrity Candid Moments in K-Pop This Week!
Hey Soompiers! Another week has passed in the world of K-Pop and our stars are so faithful keeping us up to date with their lives! From Girls’ Generation’s TaeFany’s airplane date to Se7en’s latest appearance in his military uniform, Shinhwa celebrating its 15th anniversary and BoA fitting inside a bag, lots of little bits of… Continue reading Celebrity Candid Moments in K-Pop This Week!
[Interview] Aimee Lee Lucas Talks About Working with YG, Choreography and More
Last month, before KPOPCON 2013 “Volume UP!” at UC Berkeley, we had the amazing opportunity to interview choreographer Aimee Lee Lucas. At the event, she was the keynote speaker and also had a dance workshop to teach the choreography for EXO‘s “MAMA.” Starting as an assistant choreographer in Korea for Uhm Jung Hwa, she went… Continue reading [Interview] Aimee Lee Lucas Talks About Working with YG, Choreography and More
[SNS PIC] 2NE1’s Minzy Cheers on Se7en
2NE1’s Gong Minzy cheered on Se7en as he entered into his mandatory military service. On March 19, Minzy tweeted, “My everlasting idol ‘Choi Good-looking” military oppa. Take care of your health and come back safe. You are the best! Salute!”