As the youngest member of their respective groups, the maknae is often the one taken care of (and spoiled) by the older members. But that’s not always the case — sometimes the baby of the group has to step in and take charge themselves! Here are nine groups with maknaes whose skills and strengths (sometimes… Continue reading 9 K-Pop Groups With Maknaes Who Are Not-So-Secretly In Charge
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QUIZ: Which NCT Sub-Unit Do You Belong In?
NCT is SM Entertainment’s latest boy group with a truly unique concept: the group is made up of multiple sub-units, and the number of members is always changing. Currently, there are NCT 127, NCT U, and NCT Dream, as well as WayV promoting in China. If you want to find out which sub-unit of NCT you’d… Continue reading QUIZ: Which NCT Sub-Unit Do You Belong In?
7 Ways “Hotel Del Luna” Episodes 7 And 8 Tugged At Our Hearts
We’re already at the halfway point for tvN’s “Hotel Del Luna,” and we knew this drama wasn’t going to let us off without at least a little emotional trauma. But that’s all part of the fun, right? Betrayal and revenge were the themes of this week, and as Jang Man Wol (IU) comes face to face with her… Continue reading 7 Ways “Hotel Del Luna” Episodes 7 And 8 Tugged At Our Hearts
Actors Who Look Like They Could Be The Heroes Of Romance Novels
While we’ve seen many celebrities who don puppy-like, cat-like, or even fox-like features, there are also many celebrities who look like they came right out of a Korean online romance novel. Many of these drama and romance novels often have illustrated book covers featuring handsome male characters. Here are a few actors whose unbelievably dreamy good looks make them seem… Continue reading Actors Who Look Like They Could Be The Heroes Of Romance Novels
11 Times Idols Spilled The Beans With Their Funniest TMIs
TMI stands for “too much information” in English, and in Korean, the phrase is literally used to represent a whole host of out-of-pocket facts and stories. TMIs can come from specific variety show segments designed to get idols to spill their deepest secrets, from Q and As with fans, from other group members, or even be willingly… Continue reading 11 Times Idols Spilled The Beans With Their Funniest TMIs
6 Wacky K-Dramas That Will Make You Belly Laugh
Over-exaggerated humor is one of those things where some people hate it and some people can’t get enough of it. Silly situations and funny banter are commonly seen in many K-dramas, but have you ever seen a drama that had such a wacky sense of humor that it made you double over in laughter? If you… Continue reading 6 Wacky K-Dramas That Will Make You Belly Laugh
QUIZ: Which SEVENTEEN Meme Are You?
Carats (SEVENTEEN‘s fandom name) can probably list 17 (or a thousand) reasons why we love SEVENTEEN — their crisp choreography, their wide-ranging discography, their tight-knit brotherhood, and more. We also won’t deny that what makes us fall deeper and deeper into the Diamond Life is their adorkable personalities. And it’s this unashamed silliness of theirs that… Continue reading QUIZ: Which SEVENTEEN Meme Are You?
Female Idols Who Channeled Ariel From “The Little Mermaid” With Their Vibrant Red Hair
With news of “The Little Mermaid” getting a live-action remake, many fans can’t help but be excited for their childhood movie to spring back to life! Some fans in Korea have started a discussion to find out which idol would make the perfect Ariel with their vibrant red hair. Here are some female idols whose red… Continue reading Female Idols Who Channeled Ariel From “The Little Mermaid” With Their Vibrant Red Hair
Chungha Secures No. 1 Spot With “Snapping”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2019, August Week 1
Chungha’s “Snapping” is our No. 1 song for the fourth consecutive week! Despite a sharp drop in points, “Snapping” is still the most consistent song in the chart this week on all sources, and it was able to hold off other challengers in a wide-open competition. Congratulations again to Chungha. The top three is the… Continue reading Chungha Secures No. 1 Spot With “Snapping”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2019, August Week 1
Korean Celebs Who Look Adorable With Freckles
Freckles aren’t a trait that is very common among Koreans, so stars who sport them naturally are few and far between. Regardless, freckles are undeniably adorable and add whimsical charm to any complexion. Whether faux or for real, these K-celebs can totally rock them and have us completely captivated with their freckly faces. 1. Stray… Continue reading Korean Celebs Who Look Adorable With Freckles