Often actors are so good at one type of role — the funny friend, the scheming chaebol heir, the handsome male lead — that they get typecast and tend to play similar characters. But some actors are so talented that they can skillfully play totally contrasting roles, which can come as quite a surprise to the viewer! Imagine… Continue reading 9 Actors Who Can Flawlessly Pull Off Both Good Guys And Villains
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QUIZ: Create Your Own NCT Sub-Unit (M.A.S.H)
I think we can all agree that 2020 isn’t shaping up to be a great year by any standards. There’s so much terribleness going on, we just want to put the year behind us and start rebuilding again. Then in comes NCT! This super group saw all the negative connotation tied to “2020,” and decided to… Continue reading QUIZ: Create Your Own NCT Sub-Unit (M.A.S.H)
11 K-Pop Songs With A Touch Of Jazz
Jazz music goes back to the 1900s and is one of the musical sounds that K-pop has fairly incorporated over the years. Both soloists and groups have experimented with the genre, and it is fair to say that the result is simply mesmerizing. Here is a selection of Jazz-infused songs that K-pop artists have blessed… Continue reading 11 K-Pop Songs With A Touch Of Jazz
7 Memorable Lines From Episodes 5 & 6 Of “Tale Of The Nine-Tailed”
Episodes 5 and 6 of “Tale of the Nine-Tailed” are like a berry cheesecake, sweet but tangy. There are so many delightful moments between Yeon (Lee Dong Wook) and Ji Ah (Jo Bo Ah) as they go around town tracking down leads to Ji Ah’s parents, but then we are bombarded with ominous prophecies about how… Continue reading 7 Memorable Lines From Episodes 5 & 6 Of “Tale Of The Nine-Tailed”
3 Things We Loved & 1 Thing We Hated About The Premiere Of “The Spies Who Loved Me”
Any “Goblin” fans out there? Our favorite Grim Reaper-Sunny couple were star-crossed lovers in “Goblin,” then reunited in “Touch Your Heart” for their fourth(?) reincarnation. But as we all know, they only get four lifetimes together, so now, The Powers That Be have separated them… onto two separate networks! Lee Dong Wook is off romancing his… Continue reading 3 Things We Loved & 1 Thing We Hated About The Premiere Of “The Spies Who Loved Me”
“More Than Friends,” “Welcome To Waikiki 2,” And More Available In Southeast Asia For Free On Viki!
Viki has brought more K-dramas to Southeast Asia! Joining an already rich lineup of dramas that can be watched in Southeast Asia are “My Love Eun Dong,” “Madame Antoine,” “Mirror of the Witch, “Misty,” “Welcome to Waikiki 2,” “Sweet Munchies,” and even the ongoing drama “More Than Friends.” “More Than Friends” follows the romance of Shin Ye Eun… Continue reading “More Than Friends,” “Welcome To Waikiki 2,” And More Available In Southeast Asia For Free On Viki!
14 Hard-Hitting K-Pop Songs To Add To Your Running Playlist
K-pop is often intense and high-energy, which makes it great music to work out to. With the weather getting cooler (for many of us in the northern hemisphere) and with some of us still looking for outdoor forms of exercise, now is the perfect time of year for running! Now some of you might thinking: “I hate running.” But these 14… Continue reading 14 Hard-Hitting K-Pop Songs To Add To Your Running Playlist
TXT’s Imaginative “Blue Hour” MV Has MOAs In Love: Here Are Some Of The Best Twitter Reactions
TXT’s fans MOA are head over heels for their comeback MV! On October 26, the group returned with their mini album “minisode1: Blue Hour,” which features the title track “Blue Hour.” Their fans have tweeted to celebrate and share how amazed they are by the new music video! Each of the members shows off their talent… Continue reading TXT’s Imaginative “Blue Hour” MV Has MOAs In Love: Here Are Some Of The Best Twitter Reactions
TWICE Mesmerizes ONCEs With New “I CAN’T STOP ME” MV: Check Out Some Of The Best Reactions On Twitter
TWICE is back with a retro bop that fans are loving! On October 26, the group made a comeback with their full album “Eyes wide open” and its title track “I CAN’T STOP ME.” Right after the release, TWICE’s fans ONCE took to Twitter to share their love for the stunning music video and new song! Fans… Continue reading TWICE Mesmerizes ONCEs With New “I CAN’T STOP ME” MV: Check Out Some Of The Best Reactions On Twitter
Watch These 5 Dramas To Get A Cultured Taste Of Korean History
Korea boasts a rich history with exhilarating tales featuring compelling figures. But it can often be that much more intimidating to take on with a clean slate. From the unfamiliar phrases to intense plots, it is quite a lot to wrap your head around. But once you get your foot in the door, you may find… Continue reading Watch These 5 Dramas To Get A Cultured Taste Of Korean History