Tag: Soompi Spotlight

It’s Kang Ja vs. the Government in “Angry Mom” Episode 9

“Angry Mom” just keeps getting better and better, doesn’t it? Episode 9 is yet another winner, as Kang Ja (Kim Hee Sun) finally realizes that every level of the education system is complicit in Yi Kyung’s death. It’s a horrifying discovery, but it’s a great way to kick-start the second half of this drama. Now… Continue reading It’s Kang Ja vs. the Government in “Angry Mom” Episode 9

6 Current Korean Beauty Trends

Korean Beauty is becomingly increasingly hot as the popularity of K-Pop and K-Dramas grows. Singers and actresses are known for their glowy skin and beautiful makeup looks and become spokesmodels for many cosmetic brands. The following are some current K-Beauty trends that are sweeping the nation and the world. Cushion Makeup The first K-Beauty trend that… Continue reading 6 Current Korean Beauty Trends

“Helios” Opens in Singapore on April 30, Preview Tickets Giveaway

Hello Singapore Soompiers! The Chinese movie “Helios” featuring Ji Jin Hee and Super Junior‘s Choi Siwon will be coming to a theater near you from April 30, the same day it premiers in China!  Synopsis: Number one wanted criminal “Helios” (Chang Chen) and his assistant (Janice Man) stole a quantity of uranium and plan to produce weapons of mass… Continue reading “Helios” Opens in Singapore on April 30, Preview Tickets Giveaway

Film Review: “Twenty” Starring Kim Woo Bin, Kang Ha Neul, and 2PM’s Junho

The film “Twenty” is very much like twenty year old boys: it’s kicking fun and a little dirty, with plenty of laughter along the way. Writer-director Lee Byeong Hun‘s sophomore feature boasts a star-studded trio of male PYTs from both the K-drama and K-pop world: actors Kim Woo Bin (“The Technicians,” “Heirs“) and Kang Ha Neul (“Misaeng,” “Missing… Continue reading Film Review: “Twenty” Starring Kim Woo Bin, Kang Ha Neul, and 2PM’s Junho

Accents in K-Dramas: The Good and The Bad

There is no doubt that “hallyu” has been creating waves around the world. Therefore, it is no surprise that Korean dramas have been getting more international – i.e., incorporating more international connections, overseas settings, foreign companies, foreign people, and foreign languages. But, that last one might lead to some problems – namely with accents. I… Continue reading Accents in K-Dramas: The Good and The Bad

Choose the Best Idol Look: Blonde or Brunette

K-pop idols are famous for their cutting edge fashion and unique style. In addition to amazing clothes, they show their distinct personalities with their makeup and hairstyles. Although some people like to experiment with blue, pink or even rainbow colored hair, other idols keep it simple by going with a classic jet black/deep brunette or a… Continue reading Choose the Best Idol Look: Blonde or Brunette

Fan Friday: Soompi’s Hyde Jekyll, Me Fans Support The Cast

While the SBS drama “Hyde Jekyll, Me” may have had its ups and downs, the Soompi HAJINA thread (acronym for the drama’s Romanization Haideu, Jikil, Na) were untied in their fierce support of both the cast and crew of the drama. As the fans began discussing their love for the drama in Soompi’s official thread, a… Continue reading Fan Friday: Soompi’s Hyde Jekyll, Me Fans Support The Cast

11 Pink-tastic Reasons to Attend the Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival

For an all-too-brief two-week period, cherry blossoms burst into full bloom to mark the beginning of spring throughout East Asia. In Korea, you can enjoy cherry blossom season just about anywhere, but definitely the most famous and no-holds-barred place to celebrate is the Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival. Jinhae is a port city located about an hour’s drive from… Continue reading 11 Pink-tastic Reasons to Attend the Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival

14 Cheesiest Pick-Up Lines from Song Jae Rim on “We Got Married”

Song Jae Rim spits out pick-up lines like G-Dragon cranks out a hit single. You may have seen the model-turned-actor on K-Dramas such as “Surplus Princess” or the currently airing “Unkind Women.“ And if you’ve seen him on reality show “We Got Married,” you’ve probably cringed at the cheesy, unscripted pick-up lines directed at his virtual wife, Kim… Continue reading 14 Cheesiest Pick-Up Lines from Song Jae Rim on “We Got Married”