Month: October 2020

With autumn leaves filling pavements and Pumpkin Spice lattes becoming the seasonal beverage of choice, it is safe to say that Halloween is upon us. With creative costumes and eerie vibes being the official representatives of the holiday, K-pop MVs bearing the same theme have basically become part of the tradition. Here is a selection of Continue Reading

Starring newcomers Chen Yao (also known as Sebrina Chen) and Zhang Ling He, “Maiden Holmes” is the story of Su Ci (Chen Yao), a young woman who dresses as a man to become a detective and investigate the unjust massacre of her clan. She meets the handsome Prince Qi (Zhang Ling He), who becomes her best Continue Reading

There’s something about autumn that brings on the feelings of nostalgia and longing. The beautiful scenic views and foliage make us want to cuddle up with a good K-drama. If you’re looking for a series that makes you feel all this about fall and more, check out these recommendations! Hope you fall for these dramas like we Continue Reading

Often actors are so good at one type of role — the funny friend, the scheming chaebol heir, the handsome male lead — that they get typecast and tend to play similar characters. But some actors are so talented that they can skillfully play totally contrasting roles, which can come as quite a surprise to the viewer! Imagine Continue Reading

Episodes 5 and 6 of “Tale of the Nine-Tailed” are like a berry cheesecake, sweet but tangy. There are so many delightful moments between Yeon (Lee Dong Wook) and Ji Ah (Jo Bo Ah) as they go around town tracking down leads to Ji Ah’s parents, but then we are bombarded with ominous prophecies about how Continue Reading

Jazz music goes back to the 1900s and is one of the musical sounds that K-pop has fairly incorporated over the years. Both soloists and groups have experimented with the genre, and it is fair to say that the result is simply mesmerizing. Here is a selection of Jazz-infused songs that K-pop artists have blessed Continue Reading

K-pop is often intense and high-energy, which makes it great music to work out to. With the weather getting cooler (for many of us in the northern hemisphere) and with some of us still looking for outdoor forms of exercise, now is the perfect time of year for running! Now some of you might thinking: “I hate running.” But these 14 Continue Reading

Any “Goblin” fans out there? Our favorite Grim Reaper-Sunny couple were star-crossed lovers in “Goblin,” then reunited in “Touch Your Heart” for their fourth(?) reincarnation. But as we all know, they only get four lifetimes together, so now, The Powers That Be have separated them… onto two separate networks! Lee Dong Wook is off romancing his Continue Reading

Korea boasts a rich history with exhilarating tales featuring compelling figures. But it can often be that much more intimidating to take on with a clean slate. From the unfamiliar phrases to intense plots, it is quite a lot to wrap your head around. But once you get your foot in the door, you may find Continue Reading

Whether you like to curl up on your couch and watch an easy-going thriller or a full blown horror flick, Halloween is the perfect time to do it. Korean movies are able to deliver some serious psychological thrillers and grotesque gore that will linger in your mind for days to come. If you’re new to Korean Continue Reading

Korean cinema spans a vast landscape of genres, ranging from heart-pounding zombie apocalypse flicks to slow-burn romances sprinkled with intrigue, such that it sure seems like Korean filmmakers know no limits when it comes to producing delightfully creative fictional storylines. That said, some of the most powerfully emotive Korean films are those that stem from Continue Reading

Although it is often said that beauty fades with time, many Korean actors have yet to even begin to lose their good looks despite being nearly 40 or, unbelievably, having already attained the rank of quadragenarian. Don’t just take my word for it though. Read on to see which Korean actors seem immune to the effects of ageing, and Continue Reading

Sometimes, all we need is to get away from it all and escape to a beautiful place, especially with everything that’s been going on around the world. Sadly, traveling is not really advisable due to COVID-19 — but that doesn’t mean we can’t dream and save adventures until better days, which hopefully will come soon. Continue Reading

We’ve entered our second week of fantasy K-drama “Tale of the Nine-Tailed” and the show is gradually revealing the backstory as to why our foxes and human have become who they’ve become, as well as continuing to dish out the creepiness (just in time for the Halloween season!). The romance is building itself well too, with Continue Reading