Books, comics, and webtoons have always been a source of inspiration when it comes to shows. The ever-growing popularity of webtoons in South Korea saw may of them being given a K-drama make over. Here are 11 such awesome K-dramas which are based on webtoons and might star some of your favorite actors. “Itaewon Class”… Continue reading 11 Awesome K-Dramas Based On Webtoons
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5 Romances Like “My Perfect Stranger” To Watch For More Time Travel & Second Chances
With “My Perfect Stranger” wrapped up, it’s a good time to examine one of the genres that Korean dramas do best: time travel. With a plethora of murder mysteries, second-chance romances, and fantasy rules added in, these dramas will hold your attention to the end. Without further ado, here are some of the best shows… Continue reading 5 Romances Like “My Perfect Stranger” To Watch For More Time Travel & Second Chances
8+ New K-Dramas To Tune In To In July
July has arrived, and summer is now in full swing! Cool down a bit indoors with a refreshing beverage and a new K-drama this month. Here are dramas premiering in July to keep an eye out for: “Shadow Detective 2” Cast: Lee Sung Min, Kyung Soo Jin, Lee Hak Joo, Jung Jin Young, Kim Shin… Continue reading 8+ New K-Dramas To Tune In To In July
4 Reasons To Look Forward To ZEROBASEONE’s Debut Album “YOUTH IN THE SHADE”
ZEROBASEONE, the boy group formed from the survival show “Boys Planet,” is finally going to debut! The group’s first mini album “YOUTH IN THE SHADE” is coming out on July 10. Here are four reasons to look forward to the debut of ZEROBASEONE (or ZB1 for short). 1. The track list With six brand-new tracks… Continue reading 4 Reasons To Look Forward To ZEROBASEONE’s Debut Album “YOUTH IN THE SHADE”
5 Times Kim Tae Hee Grows Suspicious Of Kim Sung Oh In Episodes 3-4 Of “Lies Hidden In My Garden”
We’re already halfway through “Lies Hidden in My Garden”! The reduced episode count makes for a tight watch as the story hurtles on at full speed. It’s refreshing to have characters confronting each other so soon and secrets spilling out this fast. Moon Joo Ran (Kim Tae Hee) continues to have the feeling that something… Continue reading 5 Times Kim Tae Hee Grows Suspicious Of Kim Sung Oh In Episodes 3-4 Of “Lies Hidden In My Garden”
Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2023, July Week 1
The top three songs remain the same as last week, with (G)I-DLE’s “Queencard” at No. 1 for the fifth consecutive week. Congratulations to (G)I-DLE! Holding on to No. 2 for the third straight week is SEVENTEEN’s “Super.” Remaining at No. 3 is LE SSERAFIM’s “Eve, Psyche & The Bluebeard’s wife.” There is only one new… Continue reading Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2023, July Week 1
7 Lively K-Pop Songs To Illuminate Your Summer Weekends
Summer is in full swing, and that means it’s time to enjoy sweet K-pop tunes on the weekend! From hip hop to pop, there is something for everyone to love this season. SHINee, FIFTY FIFTY, ATEEZ, and more deliver what you are anxious to hear the most! If you want to truly appreciate the liveliest… Continue reading 7 Lively K-Pop Songs To Illuminate Your Summer Weekends
First Impressions: “Numbers” Is A Clever, Breezy Dive Into A Little-Examined Profession
We’ve seen renegade lawyers, doctors, and actors take on conglomerates in dramas, now “Numbers” centers the corruption within a less-explored profession: accountants. Part revenge story and part bildungsroman, it’s vaguely reminiscent of the excellent “Good Manager” but without the absurdist humor. Despite a standard set-up, the show quickly differentiates itself from traditional stories of corporate… Continue reading First Impressions: “Numbers” Is A Clever, Breezy Dive Into A Little-Examined Profession
4 Reasons To Watch The Premiere Of Breathtaking Fantasy C-Drama “Snow Eagle Lord”
The highly-anticipated C-drama “Snow Eagle Lord” has recently premiered! “Snow Eagle Lord” is based on a hit novel by Zhu Hong Zhi, an author more widely known as Wo Chi Xi Hong Shi or I Eat Tomatoes. The novelist is well-known for his fantasy novels including “Swallowed Star,” and due to the story’s popularity, “Snow… Continue reading 4 Reasons To Watch The Premiere Of Breathtaking Fantasy C-Drama “Snow Eagle Lord”
Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: K-Dramas To Inspire Your Summer Vacation
Summer is in full swing, and it’s the perfect time to take a break and enjoy a vacation! For this edition of the Soompi & Viki Staff Talk series, some of our staff members discuss our favorite dramas that inspire us to embark on a summer getaway. Read more about our picks below! Warning: minor… Continue reading Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: K-Dramas To Inspire Your Summer Vacation