At this point in “Angry Mom”, Kang Ja (Kim Hee Sun) knows almost all there is to know about the bad guys’ misdeeds. The only problem is how to make that information public. In a world where all the normal lines of communication are controlled by corrupt politicians and businessmen, this means that Kang Ja… Continue reading New Alliances and Betrayals in “Angry Mom” Episode 12
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“The Girl Who Sees Smells” Eps 7 and 8 – Of Kisses, Murder, and Foiled Plans
Wow, “The Girl Who Sees Smells” sure brought its A-game this week with two episodes filled to the brim of detectives playing cat and mouse with their barcode murderer, Chef Kwon Jae Hee (Namgoong Min), plenty of danger, and even more beautifully sweet moments for our OTP, Choi Moo Gak (Park Yoochun) and Oh Cho… Continue reading “The Girl Who Sees Smells” Eps 7 and 8 – Of Kisses, Murder, and Foiled Plans
Korean 10-Step Skincare: The Answer to Glowing Skin
Koreans are famous for their obsession with skincare. It’s no coincidence that BB cream and snail secretion masks developed here – this is a population which demands the latest and best in skincare trends. Many Koreans eat certain foods that they believe to boost collagen production and glowing skin, and sun avoidance is a way of life here. So it… Continue reading Korean 10-Step Skincare: The Answer to Glowing Skin
7 Female Partners That Made Kim Jong Kook Blush on “Running Man”
First, happy birthday to Kim Jong Kook! This singer and variety star is 39 years old this year, born on April 25, 1976. Kim Jong Kook is a talented artist who has had a long musical career, debuting in 1995 as part of the duo Turbo, although he is now more famous as the “Commander” and… Continue reading 7 Female Partners That Made Kim Jong Kook Blush on “Running Man”
QUIZ: How Many K-Pop Idol Group Members Can You Name?
How many idol group names can you remember off the top of your head? For this quiz we selected the top 30 boy groups and girl groups and will only give you the group name to start. While there are 150+ names in each category, it starts out easy with the most popular groups in… Continue reading QUIZ: How Many K-Pop Idol Group Members Can You Name?
K-Dramas: Too Much Casual Misogyny Onscreen?
As an avid viewer of K-dramas, I’ve grown passionate about the shows I watch every week. From noir thrillers to romances, body-switching comedies, and historical fiction, K-dramas are not only fun and entertaining, but they’re also a glimpse into a culture and a nation. But as a discerning viewer, I can’t help but notice the sometimes… Continue reading K-Dramas: Too Much Casual Misogyny Onscreen?
Top Ten K-Drama Moments Of The Week – April Week 4
We couldn’t get much done at home because we used up our time repeatedly watching the following scenes!
Investigations and Tears in “Angry Mom” Episode 11
A lot of people know Kang Ja’s (Kim Hee Sun) secret, which means that if she’s going to accomplish her goals, she needs to start working fast. Luckily, she has an amazing, hard-working team to support her. The powers they’re up against are certainly scary, and victory is far from guaranteed, but one thing’s for… Continue reading Investigations and Tears in “Angry Mom” Episode 11
Opinion: Why Censoring K-pop Lyrics Is a Farce
What subjects can stir up sentiments as strong as the issue of censorship in music? It is an issue you are either rabidly in favor of or doggedly oppose. The middle ground is lonely territory. It is an issue that has raged in K-pop almost before K-pop came into being. Its latest victim: girl group… Continue reading Opinion: Why Censoring K-pop Lyrics Is a Farce
April 2015 CFs: Song Triplets, Super Junior, Amber and More!
April has brought us another bounty of CFs filled with eye candy and cuteness. There are a great variety of advertisements to enjoy this month. We have cosmetics for K-Beauty aficionados, motor vehicles for car lovers, useful apps for Seoulites, and more! Be sure to comment which ones are your favorites in the comments below!