Every so often a drama comes along and garners the attraction of fans across the globe. When you think of a globally beloved drama, it’s hard not to think of tvN’s “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The story’s strong tale of love, family, and forgiveness between Moon Gang Tae (Kim Soo Hyun), Moon Sang… Continue reading QUIZ: How Well Do You Remember “It’s Okay To Not Be Okay”?
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BTS’s “Permission To Dance” Returns To No. 1; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2021, September Week 4
After two weeks at No. 2, BTS’s “Permission to Dance” recaptured the top spot this week. Overall, it is the song’s eighth week at No. 1. Congratulations to BTS! Moving up four spots to No. 2 is STAYC’s “STEREOTYPE,” becoming the girl group’s highest charting song so far. Red Velvet’s “Queendom,” the previous No. 1 song,… Continue reading BTS’s “Permission To Dance” Returns To No. 1; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2021, September Week 4
7 Of Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon’s Best Style Concepts On “Amazing Saturday”
With a highly developed vocal range and incredible capacity to draw on emotions during her performances, there is no doubt that Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon has solidified herself as a top-tier vocalist among her generation. Outside of the recording studio though, the talented songstress also pulls double duty as a charming entertainer on the variety show… Continue reading 7 Of Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon’s Best Style Concepts On “Amazing Saturday”
QUIZ: Would You Survive “Squid Game”?
“Squid Game” has been the most talked about K-drama these days! With the unique but grotesque script and killer cast, it is no wonder that the series has become so successful. Viewers seem to be fascinated by this world of games, greed, and money. Curious to see if you would be able to survive “Squid Game”?… Continue reading QUIZ: Would You Survive “Squid Game”?
Action, Amnesia, And A Lot Of Blood: “The Veil” Is a Deliciously Macabre Tale of Revenge
There’s reason to look forward to the weekend as “The Veil” premieres to a rollicking start with high viewership ratings and equally effusive praise from viewers. At 12 episodes, this is a tensely-plotted tale of an amnesiac NIS agent who returns a year after a mission went awry. But why did he vanish for a whole… Continue reading Action, Amnesia, And A Lot Of Blood: “The Veil” Is a Deliciously Macabre Tale of Revenge
5 Reasons Why Episodes 1 & 2 Of “Yumi’s Cells” Were Total Perfection
“Yumi’s Cells” is a webtoon written by Lee Dong Gun that has garnered billions of views. It was such a huge success in Korea that it was only a matter of time before they decided to turn it into a drama. On top of this, there was a lot of anticipation leading up to the series mainly because it… Continue reading 5 Reasons Why Episodes 1 & 2 Of “Yumi’s Cells” Were Total Perfection
7 K-Pop Songs That Belong On Your Flight Playlist
Nothing helps during a flight, short or long, like a good selection of K-pop music to keep you company. Whether you’re still in vacation mode or are coming back home to resume studies/work, the best way to make sure you have exactly the right tunes on your playlist is to do proper research… or you… Continue reading 7 K-Pop Songs That Belong On Your Flight Playlist
QUIZ: Which Kim Seon Ho K-Drama Character Should You Date?
Kim Seon Ho has returned to the small screen and is currently starring in the very talked about K-drama “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha.” Viewers are again reminded of how charming and swoon-worthy he is! Curious to see which of his K-drama characters you should date? Take this quiz to find out! Hey Soompiers, what were your results?… Continue reading QUIZ: Which Kim Seon Ho K-Drama Character Should You Date?
Red Velvet’s “Queendom” Remains No. 1; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2021, September Week 3
Red Velvet’s “Queendom” repeats as the No. 1 song for the second consecutive week. Congratulations again to Red Velvet! BTS’s “Permission to Dance” still holds on to No. 2. Moving up two spots to No. 3 is Lee Mujin’s “Traffic Light,” entering the top three for the first time. There is one new song in the… Continue reading Red Velvet’s “Queendom” Remains No. 1; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2021, September Week 3
QUIZ: Which K-Pop Idol Will Spend Chuseok With You?
Chuseok, Korea’s own Thanksgiving, is right upon us! This is a major holiday for Koreans, as they gather with family to celebrate and pay respects to their ancestors. While the Koreans get ready to enjoy their big three-day holiday, why don’t we have some fun of our own, by imagining spending Chuseok with a favorite… Continue reading QUIZ: Which K-Pop Idol Will Spend Chuseok With You?