While tattoos are still technically frowned upon by some in Korean society, many K-pop idols have chosen to break from the norms and ink their bodies. Tattoos are just another form of self-expression, and there are lots of idols whose tattoos hold deep significance. Without further ado, here are just nine of them! 1. Block… Continue reading 9 K-Pop Stars Who Have Meaningful Tattoos
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7 Popular K-Pop Challenges That Took Over TikTok
TikTok has become the leading social media at the moment, and it was only a matter of time for K-pop to claim a spot on it. Many idols have launched their own challenges on the platform and have invited their fans to join in on the fun. Here are some of the most famous K-pop… Continue reading 7 Popular K-Pop Challenges That Took Over TikTok
Exclusive: VICTON Answers Fan Questions About Their “Mayday” Transformation, What Inspired Them To Become Idols, And More
Learn more about VICTON through their interview with Soompi! The rising boy group returned on June 2 with their second single album “Mayday,” featuring the title track of the same name in which the guys take on a fierce and compelling concept. After making a comeback only a few months ago in March, their return with “Mayday” was a special… Continue reading Exclusive: VICTON Answers Fan Questions About Their “Mayday” Transformation, What Inspired Them To Become Idols, And More
EXO’s Baekhyun Takes No. 1 With “Candy”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2020, June Week 1
Baekhyun’s “Candy” debuted all the way at the top spot this week, edging out last week’s champion, IU’s “eight,” by just four points. This is Baekhyun’s first No. 1 song on our chart as a solo artist. His group EXO has topped the chart several times, and and he also hit No. 1 in 2016 through… Continue reading EXO’s Baekhyun Takes No. 1 With “Candy”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2020, June Week 1
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Miss “Chuang 2020” (“Produce Camp 2020”)
“Chuang 2020” (also known as “Produce Camp 2020”) is back with a third season! The series is the official Chinese version of the “Produce 101” series. This season features 101 female contestants who will vie for the chance to debut in a girl group at the end of the show. Here are five reasons why you should… Continue reading 5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Miss “Chuang 2020” (“Produce Camp 2020”)
QUIZ: What Kind Of Bender From “Avatar: The Last Airbender” Would You Be, Based On Your Taste In K-Pop?
Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Long ago, many of us tuned in to what has become one of the most widely-loved (non-K-drama) shows ever to grace our televisions. And these days, it seems like a lot of us have been re-watching “Avatar: The Last Airbender”! It may technically be a kid’s show, but “Avatar” has so many important messages and… Continue reading QUIZ: What Kind Of Bender From “Avatar: The Last Airbender” Would You Be, Based On Your Taste In K-Pop?
6 C-Dramas & TW-Dramas To Watch If You Love BL/Bromance Stories
Taiwan’s drama industry has been producing some more BL dramas! For example, the “HIStory” series in particular recently released a third installment! In regards to China’s drama industry, censorship on homosexual relationships still applies, so even if the drama is based on a novel of BL genre it technically can only make it to air if it… Continue reading 6 C-Dramas & TW-Dramas To Watch If You Love BL/Bromance Stories
4 Things We Loved & 1 Thing We Hated About Episodes 11 & 12 Of “When My Love Blooms”
Things are getting real in the latest episodes of “When My Love Blooms.” While the first episode this week requires viewers to draw out their tissues, the second episode has its fair share of fluffy scenes between the characters. Here are the things we loved and hated about episodes 11 and 12. Warning spoilers for… Continue reading 4 Things We Loved & 1 Thing We Hated About Episodes 11 & 12 Of “When My Love Blooms”
10 K-Drama Actors Who Have Been Killing It In 2020
2020 has been a memorable year for many reasons. Some good and some bad, but in the world of K-dramas, there has been a lot of pleasant surprises as a result of some K-drama actors. These actors have proven that they’re doing an amazing job in the industry and are continuing to make an impression… Continue reading 10 K-Drama Actors Who Have Been Killing It In 2020
8 Male K-Pop Idols Who Prove That Pink Is For Everyone
While pink may be considered a feminine color in many societies, it wasn’t always that way. In fact, pink used to be a symbol of youth and vitality, and therefore is a completely gender-neutral color. Some Eastern societies even designated pink as a male color before they were influenced by Western cultures. That just goes… Continue reading 8 Male K-Pop Idols Who Prove That Pink Is For Everyone