Kdramas that Star Idols Generally Have No Plot and Low Ratings

Despite high hopes from both producers and fans, “Love Rain,” starring Jang Geun Suk and Girls’ Generation’s YoonA, is far from being considered a success, let alone a mediocre drama, at home. As reported earlier this week, “Love Rain” has been recording low single digit ratings throughout its run, with its highest rating reaching only 6.4% and lowest falling to 4.4%. With only four more episodes to go, it’s highly likely that ratings will improve.

[Exclusive] Soompi Highlights from the "2012 Dream Concert"

On May 12, Soompi attended the “2012 Dream Concert” at the World Cup Stadium in Seoul. The annual “Dream Concert” is one of K-Pop’s biggest and grandest concerts, and this year’s marks the event’s 18th year running. Over 40,000 fans flocked to the venue to watch their favorite stars in person, myself included! ^ ^

T-ara’s Hyomin Is the "God of Shopping"

T-ara’s Hyomin playfully dubbed herself the “God of Shopping” in a recent tweet. On May 16, Hyomin tweeted a picture of her taken in Italy, with the message, “The leather jacket I bought in Italy for 40,000 won ($34 USD). I think I’m…the God of Shopping hohoho.”

Gang Kiz Releases Part 1 of Debut MV “Honey Honey”

Core Contents Media’s new girl group, Gang Kiz, released the first part of their debut music video for “Honey Honey.” The seven minute 15 second MV follows an intense storyline for an epic, movie-like music video. All seven members of Gang Kiz appear in this music video, which was filmed in Europe over eight days.

Most Ridiculous Anti-Hallyu Movements in Japan

Korea and Japan share a long history of a love-hate relationship. They are closely linked to each other, both historically and culturally, but there’s also a deep-rooted animosity that dates back centuries. This strange sentiment goes across many sectors. The Korean pop culture industry has been no exception, and as popular as K-Pop is in Japan, we are slowly starting to see a surge in anti-Hallyu movements as well.

KBS Music Bank – May 11, 2012

The winners of K-chart this week was TaeTiSeo with the song "Twinkle" beating SISTAR for the second day in a row. Also during the encore of the song their Girls Generation friend Yoona joined in celebrating their win and sang along. Congratulations TaeTiSeo!

Today’s debut stage was by adorable new band Hello + Venus.
Comeback stage featured sweet A Pink and supercool Mighty Mouth.
Other performances this evening was by 4Minute, B.A.P, EXO-K, Girls Day, Yangpa + Soyeon (T-ara) and Boram (SeeYa) and many more!

KBS Music Bank 11 May, 2012

The winners of K-chart this week was TaeTiSeo with the song "Twinkle" beating SISTAR for the second day in a row. Also during the encore of the song their Girls Generation friend Yoona joined in celebrating their win and sang along. Congratulations TaeTiSeo!

Today’s debut stage was by adorable new band Hello + Venus. Comeback stage featured sweet A Pink and supercool Mighty Mouth. Other performances this evening was by 4Minute, B.A.P, EXO-K, Girls Day, Yangpa + Soyeon (T-ara) and Boram (SeeYa) and many more!

“The Moon that Embraces the Sun’s” Im Siwan to MC “2012 Dream Concert”

Singer-actor Im Siwan (ZE:A) has been chosen s the main MC for the upcoming “2012 Dream Concert.” Recently, ZE:A’s official website released a post announcing Im Siwan’s latest challenge.