What’s a good romance without a little bit of cliché? If you’ve seen a lot of K-dramas, chances are you’ve noticed a pattern between a few of them and their romance plots. And while the romances may sometimes be a little too familiar, that doesn’t make them tug any less at our heartstrings. Here are… Continue reading 5 Typical K-Drama Romance Plots You Hate But Love
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10 Overused K-Drama Plots We Love to Hate
It seems like every Korean drama has a few scenes that never fail to make an appearance throughout the series. From the piggy back ride to the wrist grab, the slow motion back hug to the drunken stumble home, there are certain scenes that K-drama viewers have come to accept as normal (no matter how… Continue reading 10 Overused K-Drama Plots We Love to Hate
The Good and The Bad of Kim Sung Oh
Have you ever seen an actor who can play nearly every type of role given to them? Kim Sung Oh is that type of actor. In his 15-year career he has played a wide variety of different characters that includes a murderous psycho and an adorably awkward secretary. He plays his characters so well, you don’t think he… Continue reading The Good and The Bad of Kim Sung Oh
The Most Eccentric but Lovable K-Drama Chaebols
Chaebol. n. The Free Dictionary definition: “a conglomerate of businesses, usually owned by a single family, especially in Korea.” K-drama definition: a ridiculously rich, good looking man who has everything to offer to the (usually poor) girl he falls in love with except a perfect personality, which the girl usually changes anyways. Just because their personalities… Continue reading The Most Eccentric but Lovable K-Drama Chaebols
The Best and The Worst of K-Drama Moms
Mother’s Day is right around the corner, so it’s the perfect time to take a minute to celebrate the great mothers of K-Dramas… and to call out some of the more questionable ones! Make sure to let us know who your most and least favorite K-Drama moms are in the comments below!
Top 5 Dance Scenes in K-Dramas
Tango, anyone? Dance scenes in K-dramas can be a flirtatious exchange or a chance to show off. Other times they can be a gentlemanly act, a bold statement, or pure fun just watching people tumble and fumble in the process. Here are 5 of my favorite dance scenes! 1. “Secret Garden” Episode 14: Joo Won and Gil Ra… Continue reading Top 5 Dance Scenes in K-Dramas
Accents in K-Dramas: The Good and The Bad
There is no doubt that “hallyu” has been creating waves around the world. Therefore, it is no surprise that Korean dramas have been getting more international – i.e., incorporating more international connections, overseas settings, foreign companies, foreign people, and foreign languages. But, that last one might lead to some problems – namely with accents. I… Continue reading Accents in K-Dramas: The Good and The Bad
K-Dramas vs. J-Dramas vs. TW-Dramas: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable
As if there isn’t enough on our K-drama plate, the girls of Couch Kimchi still manage to squeeze in some time for J-dramas and TW-dramas! In this roundtable, we’ll be discussing the differences between the three and our appreciation for the unique elements of each one. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 How long have you been watching dramas?… Continue reading K-Dramas vs. J-Dramas vs. TW-Dramas: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable
Happily Ever After K-Drama Style: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable
We hate it when our favorite shows end, but we dread it even more when the final episode disappoints. A drama’s first chapter might be awful, but there’s time for the story to improve with subsequent episodes. On the one hand, its parting hour is the drama’s last chance to leave a good impression. So, what makes an awesome finale… Continue reading Happily Ever After K-Drama Style: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable
The Rise Of Cable In K-dramaland: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable
Before long, MBC, SBS, and KBS will be sizing up the competition beyond each other. In recent years, cable channels have emerged as viable alternatives to the three major networks. What’s the formula to their success? Pull up a chair and join us as we talk about why we’re tuning into cable TV! TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1… Continue reading The Rise Of Cable In K-dramaland: A Couch Kimchi Roundtable