This August, KISSMEs around the world will take pride in knowing that their fandom played a part in helping give aide and clean water to those who are less fortunate in developing countries. Through 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Generosity Water, UKISSME USA began to collect funds for #UKISSWATER, a project dedicated to both celebrating U-KISS’ seventh year since… Continue reading Fan Friday: U-KISS Fans Dedicate Group’s Seventh Anniversary Project to Charity
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6 Times K-Drama Actors Unabashedly Adored Their Co-Stars
1. So Ji Sub and Gong Hyo Jin- “She is so lovable.” In a promotion interview with SBS’s “One Night of TV Entertainment” for their drama, “Master’s Sun,” So Ji Sub describes what is it is like to work with her. He says: “She is so lovable. When she is acting, she has a unique… Continue reading 6 Times K-Drama Actors Unabashedly Adored Their Co-Stars
Giveaway: Where, When, and How to Win KCON Tickets (Including Right Here!)
We all want to go to KCON and see all the acts (Block B, AOA, Shinhwa, Super Junior, SISTAR, GOT7, to name a few) but not all of us have the extra money to foot the bill. Lucky for everyone, KCON is always offering giveaways to win your way into the LA show! To make your life easier,… Continue reading Giveaway: Where, When, and How to Win KCON Tickets (Including Right Here!)
The Good and The Bad of Kim Sung Oh
Have you ever seen an actor who can play nearly every type of role given to them? Kim Sung Oh is that type of actor. In his 15-year career he has played a wide variety of different characters that includes a murderous psycho and an adorably awkward secretary. He plays his characters so well, you don’t think he… Continue reading The Good and The Bad of Kim Sung Oh
VOTE: Who Is The Best Celebrity Couple?
Lately, it seems like there is constant breaking news about celebrities dating. Whether the news articles are confirmed or continue to be rumors only, the most recent stories have involved some of the top names in the world of Korean entertainment. Out of all these K-pop or K-drama celebrities though, which famous couple is your favorite?… Continue reading VOTE: Who Is The Best Celebrity Couple?
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – July Week 1
After two weeks at No. 2, BIGBANG’s “Bang Bang Bang” finally overtakes EXO’s “Love Me Right” to become our new No. 1 song. This song won on Inkigayo and M!Countdown last week. It was the perfect timing to capture the top spot as BIGBANG continues to release new songs at the beginning of each month.… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – July Week 1
2015 K-Beauty Awards Skincare and Makeup Winners
CéCi magazine, one of Asia’s foremost magazines for females in their twenties, has recently released the results for their third annual K-Beauty Awards. Since we know many Soompiers are interested in Korean beauty products, we will be sharing their results from surveying their Korean, Chinese, and Thai readers concerning their favorite Korean makeup and skincare products. The… Continue reading 2015 K-Beauty Awards Skincare and Makeup Winners
Opinion: Why I Hate The K-Drama Wrist Grab
There’s something that’s been bothering me. I’ve seen it, you’ve seen it; we’ve all seen it. Let’s talk about the K-Drama Wrist Grab: it’s an inescapable sight to bear, men forcefully grabbing women by the wrist. It’s used in one of three major ways (yes, there are more): one, to stop a woman in her tracks. Two,… Continue reading Opinion: Why I Hate The K-Drama Wrist Grab
Top K-Drama Moments for the 4th Week of June
New shows have joined the ratings fray, and as the fight for the most viewership intensifies, the primetime dramas are rolling out their best scenes. So, which K-drama moments from the fourth week of June made our list? Check it out! 1. “Mask”: I am his wife We’ve been pulling our hair in frustration, waiting for Ji Sook to… Continue reading Top K-Drama Moments for the 4th Week of June
The 10 Best K-Pop Girl Group Hits From the First Half of the Decade
Well, Soompiers, we are now into July, and officially into the second half of 2015…and also the decade! Seeing as how much fun we had bringing you our list of unforgettable boyband hits from the first half of the 2010s last week, it is now time to let the girls in on the act. This… Continue reading The 10 Best K-Pop Girl Group Hits From the First Half of the Decade