If you search online for the definition of a fashionista, you will generally find something like “a person who obsessively follows trends in the fashion industry and strives continually to adopt the latest fashions.” If you ask a true fashionista though, they will tell you they seek to set trends, not follow them. While K-pop is definitely full… Continue reading VOTE: Battle of the K-Pop Fashionistas
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10 Korean Actresses Who Can Take the Title of “Rom-Com Queen”
Which Korean actress do you consider to be the queen of romantic comedies? Local news source enews24 recently released a special report in which they named Jang Nara, Han Ye Seul, Hwang Jung Eum, Jung Yu Mi, Gong Hyo Jin, Kim Ha Neul, and Son Ye Jin as seven of the most notable actresses in… Continue reading 10 Korean Actresses Who Can Take the Title of “Rom-Com Queen”
The 12 Best K-Pop Movie/TV Show/Novel Tie-ins
Taking their cues from everything from Hollywood blockbusters to 17th-century poetry, K-pop acts have reinterpreted a large range of novels, films and TV shows through the years. Join us on a run-down of K-pop’s 12 most imaginative fiction adaptations so far. Lizzy- “Not an Easy Girl” Influenced by “Chunhyangjeon” Perhaps one of Korea’s best-known folk… Continue reading The 12 Best K-Pop Movie/TV Show/Novel Tie-ins
Review: “Shine or Go Crazy” Eps 21 and 22 – Sacrifices and Preparing for War
“[Wang] So wants to be the King more than anyone, but… he doesn’t know it yet.” “I am Wang So, the son of the First King, who founded this nation! I will protect you from now on! I will be your owner!” Synopsis Shin Yool (Oh Yeon Seo) recalls her wedding with Wang So (Jang… Continue reading Review: “Shine or Go Crazy” Eps 21 and 22 – Sacrifices and Preparing for War
K-Drama Trend: Return of the Nice Guy
Have you noticed the recent trend of nice guys in male lead roles in K-Dramas? Sure, plenty of bad boys get reformed and transformed because of the girl they love and end up becoming a nice guy. That’s pretty unrealistic in real life though. Recently, there has been an increasing number of nice guys who… Continue reading K-Drama Trend: Return of the Nice Guy
Which K-Pop Star Shares Your April Birthday?
Happy birthday to everyone with an April birthday! This month celebrates birthdays of K-Pop idols such as Siwon, Eunhyuk (Super Junior), Jonghyun (SHINee), Daesung (BIGBANG), Jessica, Sehun (EXO), Luhan, UEE (After School), Himchan (B.A.P), and Wooyoung (2PM). Also solo artists Kim Jong Kook, Jay Park, Younha, and actor Lee Jun Ki. There are also two pairs… Continue reading Which K-Pop Star Shares Your April Birthday?
Rise of The Underdog: Choi Woo Shik, Actor
It’s hard to notice the underdog. He’s standing on the sidelines or warming up the bench, waiting for his time to shine – while we’re all preoccupied with the starting lineup. And thus, I hadn’t realized that I’d already seen actor Choi Woo Shik more than a few times. But then came this year’s “Hogu’s Love.” Choi Woo Shik is… Continue reading Rise of The Underdog: Choi Woo Shik, Actor
The Absolute Best of April Fools’ in Korean Schools
Ahh April Fools’ Day. In Korea, it’s called Man Woo Jeol (만우절 –萬愚節), which translates to “very foolish holiday.” A day when everything from tiny lies to faked deaths is, in the end, forgivable. Within reason. Specifically in schools in Korea, it’s a time of teamwork and solidarity. One does not simply prank without the… Continue reading The Absolute Best of April Fools’ in Korean Schools
Top Ten K-Drama Moments Of The Week – April Week 1
We sorted through hours of dramas this past week, and though there were a few forgettable moments, there were also lots of must-see ones! Which ones, you say? Take a look at our picks!
“Ode To My Father” Opens in Singapore on Apr 16, Preview Tickets Giveaway
Hello Singapore Soompiers! The latest movie “Ode To My Father” which was the second most-viewed film in Korea last year will be coming to a theater near you starting April 16! Check out the synopsis below. In December 1950, Hungnam Port is crowded with refugees of the Korean War. Amid the chaos, 12-year-old Duk Soo (Hwang Jung Min)… Continue reading “Ode To My Father” Opens in Singapore on Apr 16, Preview Tickets Giveaway