2024 Forbes Power Celebrities List Is Out & Blackpink Rules At #1; Here’s Where The BTS Boys Are. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Korean shows, music, and artists have made a special place in everyone’s hearts over the past few years. Their fanbases have rapidly grown in the shows and movies space mainly due to the complex and beautiful storylines. The list of 2024 Power Celebrities has been recently revealed. From the beloved BTS members to Blackpink gals, the list has all the popular Korean celebs based on their work as actors and music artists. Keep scrolling for more.
Blackpink is one of the most famous K-pop bands of the current times, and it has four members – Jisoo, Jenny, Lisa, and Rose. On the other hand, BTS is a boy band comprising seven members – Jimin, J-Hope, Rm, Jin, Suga, Jungkook, and V. The individual members have their own fans, and the band’s fans are known as Army.
Korean shows, music, and artists have made a special place in everyone’s hearts over the past few years. Their fanbases have rapidly grown in the shows and movies space mainly due to the complex and beautiful storylines. The list of 2024 Power Celebrities has been recently revealed. From the beloved BTS members to Blackpink gals, the list has all the popular Korean celebs based on their work as actors and music artists. Keep scrolling for more.
Blackpink is one of the most famous K-pop bands of the current times, and it has four members – Jisoo, Jenny, Lisa, and Rose. On the other hand, BTS is a boy band comprising seven members – Jimin, J-Hope, Rm, Jin, Suga, Jungkook, and V. The individual members have their own fans, and the band’s fans are known as Army.
- 4/29/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Astro’s Cha Eun Woo At No. 1 In March’s Brand Reputation Individual Ranking ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
South Korean dramas and bands have been ruling our hearts for years, and their popularity has increased every passing day. One of the famous names is Cha Eun Woo. He is not only an actor but also a K-pop idol associated with the boy band Astro. He has been making headlines for his solo debut and show Wonderful World, which has led him to gain the top spot in this month’s individual brand reputation ranking.
Eun Woo is known for shows like True Beauty and Gangnam Beauty. He also recently made his solo debut by releasing the mini album Entity. The True Beauty star is also a famous face on social media, with 43.4 million fans on Instagram. He often keeps his admirers engaged by posting pictures of him from the sets, behind-the-scenes snaps of his photoshoots,...
South Korean dramas and bands have been ruling our hearts for years, and their popularity has increased every passing day. One of the famous names is Cha Eun Woo. He is not only an actor but also a K-pop idol associated with the boy band Astro. He has been making headlines for his solo debut and show Wonderful World, which has led him to gain the top spot in this month’s individual brand reputation ranking.
Eun Woo is known for shows like True Beauty and Gangnam Beauty. He also recently made his solo debut by releasing the mini album Entity. The True Beauty star is also a famous face on social media, with 43.4 million fans on Instagram. He often keeps his admirers engaged by posting pictures of him from the sets, behind-the-scenes snaps of his photoshoots,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Akira Toriyama Was The Most Loved Shonen Manga Artist In Japan (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Famous Shonen Manga artist Akira Toriyama passed away at the age of 68 years. He breathed his last on March 1, and the cause of his death is reported to be an acute subdural hematoma. The Japanese artist who was the creator of the famous series Dragon Ball was one of the most influential Manga artists globally.
The comic series Dragon Ball was a worldwide sensation. It made its debut in 1984 and followed the life of a boy called Son Goku and his adventurous tales of collecting dragon balls that would eventually help him become powerful and fight evils. Over the years, Dragon Ball has been adapted into anime series, live-action movies, and video games.
In an official statement from the Dragon Ball team, Akira Toriyama’s passing away was announced. The heartbreaking note said, “We are deeply...
Famous Shonen Manga artist Akira Toriyama passed away at the age of 68 years. He breathed his last on March 1, and the cause of his death is reported to be an acute subdural hematoma. The Japanese artist who was the creator of the famous series Dragon Ball was one of the most influential Manga artists globally.
The comic series Dragon Ball was a worldwide sensation. It made its debut in 1984 and followed the life of a boy called Son Goku and his adventurous tales of collecting dragon balls that would eventually help him become powerful and fight evils. Over the years, Dragon Ball has been adapted into anime series, live-action movies, and video games.
In an official statement from the Dragon Ball team, Akira Toriyama’s passing away was announced. The heartbreaking note said, “We are deeply...
- 3/8/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Cha Eun Woo Once Had To Issue A Handwritten Note For Going Clubbing During The Pandemic. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Four years ago, this time around, Covid-19 started to take a grasp on all our lives across the globe. The pandemic forced us to maintain social distancing, which kept us away from our loved ones. However, sometimes people could not bear to sit inside the house anymore and went out only to jeopardize their and others’ health. South Korean stars Cha Eun Woo and Jungkook were once criticized for going out to the clubs in Itaewon in 2020.
Eun Woo apologized for his irresponsible action with a handwritten note. The BTS and Astro stars were accompanied by Seventeen‘s Mingyu and Jaehyun of Nct. Eun-woo is one of the most renowned K-Drama actors, an accomplished singer, and a part of the K-Pop band Astro. He has millions of fans on Instagram.
According to GMA Entertainment,...
Four years ago, this time around, Covid-19 started to take a grasp on all our lives across the globe. The pandemic forced us to maintain social distancing, which kept us away from our loved ones. However, sometimes people could not bear to sit inside the house anymore and went out only to jeopardize their and others’ health. South Korean stars Cha Eun Woo and Jungkook were once criticized for going out to the clubs in Itaewon in 2020.
Eun Woo apologized for his irresponsible action with a handwritten note. The BTS and Astro stars were accompanied by Seventeen‘s Mingyu and Jaehyun of Nct. Eun-woo is one of the most renowned K-Drama actors, an accomplished singer, and a part of the K-Pop band Astro. He has millions of fans on Instagram.
According to GMA Entertainment,...
- 3/7/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
K-Pop is going strong in 2024.
South Korean superstars are bringing the heat with their releases in February, including some incredible girl group offerings like Le Sserafim and Twice, solo efforts from stars like Iu and Cha Eun-woo and boy bands, like Cravity.
We’ve rounded up some of the biggest releases of the year making an impact on the charts, and we want you to tell us: what is the best K-pop release of February?
Place your vote inside – the winner will be revealed right here on March 10 at 1 p.m. Et.
Keep reading to find out more…
And while you’re at it, meet the new groups that just debuted in 2024! Plus, see the K-pop idols that have made their solo debut!
South Korean superstars are bringing the heat with their releases in February, including some incredible girl group offerings like Le Sserafim and Twice, solo efforts from stars like Iu and Cha Eun-woo and boy bands, like Cravity.
We’ve rounded up some of the biggest releases of the year making an impact on the charts, and we want you to tell us: what is the best K-pop release of February?
Place your vote inside – the winner will be revealed right here on March 10 at 1 p.m. Et.
Keep reading to find out more…
And while you’re at it, meet the new groups that just debuted in 2024! Plus, see the K-pop idols that have made their solo debut!
- 3/3/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Astro’s Cha Eun-woo Reacts To Romance Rumors With India Eisley(Photo Credit –Instagram)
South Korean actor/singer Cha Eun-woo is popular among K-Drama lovers. He has a huge fan base who are eager to know more about him, especially his love life. The media is also interested in bringing out such information, and while doing so, Eun-woo was linked to American actor India Eisley. He has now opened up about the alleged dating rumors with India. Keep scrolling for more.
Eun-woo is known for shows like True Beauty, Gangnam Beauty, and Island. He is also a member of the boy band Astro. The actor has over 42 million followers on the photo-sharing app Instagram. He is also a prominent personality in the fashion world and is associated with large labels such as Burberry, Dior Beauty, The North Face, Ricola, and others. He was born in 1997 in South Korea’s Gyeonggi Province.
South Korean actor/singer Cha Eun-woo is popular among K-Drama lovers. He has a huge fan base who are eager to know more about him, especially his love life. The media is also interested in bringing out such information, and while doing so, Eun-woo was linked to American actor India Eisley. He has now opened up about the alleged dating rumors with India. Keep scrolling for more.
Eun-woo is known for shows like True Beauty, Gangnam Beauty, and Island. He is also a member of the boy band Astro. The actor has over 42 million followers on the photo-sharing app Instagram. He is also a prominent personality in the fashion world and is associated with large labels such as Burberry, Dior Beauty, The North Face, Ricola, and others. He was born in 1997 in South Korea’s Gyeonggi Province.
- 2/16/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
All you need to know about Prime Video’s Butterfly series. (Picture Credit: IMDb)
It’s always exciting to see Asian actors in some promising movies and shows, especially in the Korean entertainment world. The latest scoop is about actors Park Hae-soo and Kim Tae-hee, who are all set to star in the American series Butterfly. It’s a spy thriller that will be released on Amazon Prime Video.
What is it about?
The Prime Video series Butterfly is based on a comic graphic novel of the same name. Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett are the writers. The story is about a former US intelligence agent, David Jung, who resides in South Korea. David makes one decision that changes the course of his life entirely. During his time in South Korea, David’s past haunts him, and he has no choice but to save him.
The ex-us intelligence agent learns...
It’s always exciting to see Asian actors in some promising movies and shows, especially in the Korean entertainment world. The latest scoop is about actors Park Hae-soo and Kim Tae-hee, who are all set to star in the American series Butterfly. It’s a spy thriller that will be released on Amazon Prime Video.
What is it about?
The Prime Video series Butterfly is based on a comic graphic novel of the same name. Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett are the writers. The story is about a former US intelligence agent, David Jung, who resides in South Korea. David makes one decision that changes the course of his life entirely. During his time in South Korea, David’s past haunts him, and he has no choice but to save him.
The ex-us intelligence agent learns...
- 1/30/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Welcome to a journey through the diverse roles of Cha Eun Woo, an actor whose on-screen presence has traversed the realms of romance, comedy, and even historical drama. As a member of the K-pop group Astro, he’s captured hearts not only with his melodies but also with his versatile acting skills. Let’s delve into six dramas that showcase the breadth of his talent. Discovering Emotional Depth in My ID is Gangnam Beauty In My ID is Gangnam Beauty, Cha Eun Woo steps into the shoes of Do Kyung Suk, a handsome college student known for his indifference towards appearances. His...
- 1/17/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
BTS Slids Down From Its Top Spot In K-Pop Brand Reputation Rankings, Beaten By Seventeen & Nct!(Photo Credit –Instagram)
BTS fans, it is time to show your powers as the popular K-pop band gets dethroned from its top position for the first time in five years. They have been in the top spot for years, and the January 2024 rankings have changed the scenario regarding brand reputation in the K-Pop world. Scroll below to find which band is in which place and where the Bangtan Boys have slid.
Seventeen comprises thirteen members: S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, Dk, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino. On the other hand, BTS has seven members: Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Rm, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. The Pretty U band debuted in 2015, two years after the Dynamite group came into being.
According to the Korea Brand Reputation Research Institute via Koreaboo, Seventeen has taken BTS’ #1 spot on the list,...
BTS fans, it is time to show your powers as the popular K-pop band gets dethroned from its top position for the first time in five years. They have been in the top spot for years, and the January 2024 rankings have changed the scenario regarding brand reputation in the K-Pop world. Scroll below to find which band is in which place and where the Bangtan Boys have slid.
Seventeen comprises thirteen members: S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, Dk, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino. On the other hand, BTS has seven members: Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Rm, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. The Pretty U band debuted in 2015, two years after the Dynamite group came into being.
According to the Korea Brand Reputation Research Institute via Koreaboo, Seventeen has taken BTS’ #1 spot on the list,...
- 1/14/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Astro Star Cha Eun-woo To Release His Solo Album ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Astro’s Cha Eun-woo is all set to launch his solo debut album very soon, and his agency, Fantagio, has confirmed this magnificent news. The fans are delighted by the news and can’t wait for further details. The band had been going through a tough time with Moonbin’s death and Rocky’s exit from it last year. This decision of Eun-woo’s might help them steer the situation and bring out some fantastic music for their fans.
Eun-woo is not just a K-pop idol and part of a famous band but also a successful actor. His shows like True Beauty, My ID is Gangnam Beauty, Island, and more are immensely popular among K-Drama fans because of his charming looks. Cha enjoys a massive fan following of 41.3 million on his official Instagram handle.
According to AllKPop’s Tuesday,...
Astro’s Cha Eun-woo is all set to launch his solo debut album very soon, and his agency, Fantagio, has confirmed this magnificent news. The fans are delighted by the news and can’t wait for further details. The band had been going through a tough time with Moonbin’s death and Rocky’s exit from it last year. This decision of Eun-woo’s might help them steer the situation and bring out some fantastic music for their fans.
Eun-woo is not just a K-pop idol and part of a famous band but also a successful actor. His shows like True Beauty, My ID is Gangnam Beauty, Island, and more are immensely popular among K-Drama fans because of his charming looks. Cha enjoys a massive fan following of 41.3 million on his official Instagram handle.
According to AllKPop’s Tuesday,...
- 1/9/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
The 2024 Golden Disc Awards just wrapped in Jakarta!
The annual South Korean music awards ceremony honors achievements in the local music industry, and has been held since 1986, originally called the Korea Visual and Records Grand Prize Award.
The awards ceremony was hosted in South Korea until 2012, and has begun to be hosted internationally in various countries.
The 38th Golden Disc Awards were held on Saturday (January 6) at the Jakarta International Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia, honoring the best in South Korean music released between mid-November 2022 and early-November 2023.
The event was hosted by Sung Si-kyung and Cha Eun-woo.
Keep reading to see who won…
Album of the Year (Daesang): Seventeen
Digital Song of the Year (Daesang): NewJeans
Best Album (Bonsang): aespa, Enhypen, Ive, Jungkook (BTS), Le Sserafim, Nct Dream, Seventeen, Stray Kids, Txt, Zerobaseone
Best Digital Song (Bonsang): (G)I-dle, Ive, Jisoo (Blackpink), Jungkook (BTS), Le Sserafim, NewJeans,...
The annual South Korean music awards ceremony honors achievements in the local music industry, and has been held since 1986, originally called the Korea Visual and Records Grand Prize Award.
The awards ceremony was hosted in South Korea until 2012, and has begun to be hosted internationally in various countries.
The 38th Golden Disc Awards were held on Saturday (January 6) at the Jakarta International Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia, honoring the best in South Korean music released between mid-November 2022 and early-November 2023.
The event was hosted by Sung Si-kyung and Cha Eun-woo.
Keep reading to see who won…
Album of the Year (Daesang): Seventeen
Digital Song of the Year (Daesang): NewJeans
Best Album (Bonsang): aespa, Enhypen, Ive, Jungkook (BTS), Le Sserafim, Nct Dream, Seventeen, Stray Kids, Txt, Zerobaseone
Best Digital Song (Bonsang): (G)I-dle, Ive, Jisoo (Blackpink), Jungkook (BTS), Le Sserafim, NewJeans,...
- 1/7/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Park Seo Joon Leaves BTS’ V Emotional As He Surprised Him With Early-Birthday Celebrations!(Photo Credit –Instagram)
BTS’ V, aka Kim Taehyung, is currently preparing for his military enlistment. Ahead of the impending mandatory service, Tae is making the most of his time with his BTS family and Wooga Squad. Recently, the singer met with his hyung (older brother), Park Seo Joon, and Na Yeon Seok, aka Na Pd.
V, 27, celebrates his birthday on December 30th. However, this year, the singer will not be able to ring in the occasion with his fans as he traditionally does, as he would have begun his military training by then in an army base camp. During a conversation, V mentioned how he will miss out on celebrating his birthday this year due to the upcoming enlistment. But he forgot he has the best of friends in the world who would never leave a chance to make him special.
BTS’ V, aka Kim Taehyung, is currently preparing for his military enlistment. Ahead of the impending mandatory service, Tae is making the most of his time with his BTS family and Wooga Squad. Recently, the singer met with his hyung (older brother), Park Seo Joon, and Na Yeon Seok, aka Na Pd.
V, 27, celebrates his birthday on December 30th. However, this year, the singer will not be able to ring in the occasion with his fans as he traditionally does, as he would have begun his military training by then in an army base camp. During a conversation, V mentioned how he will miss out on celebrating his birthday this year due to the upcoming enlistment. But he forgot he has the best of friends in the world who would never leave a chance to make him special.
- 12/9/2023
- by Shivani Negi
- KoiMoi
Jungkook Reveals Cha Eun Woo Gifted Him A Military Watch Ahead of Enlistment!(Photo Credit –Instagram)
BTS Jungkook is preparing for his mandatory military enlistment with bandmates Rm, Jimin, and V. The Makane, who had a record-breaking 2023 thanks to his solo debut album, Golden, thrashing records right, left, and center, held his final live session on Friday (December 8) before heading for the military training center. While fans (also known as Army) were anticipating a final goodbye from Jungkook ahead of his impending enlistment, it turned out to be double trouble when Jin, who is already serving his mandatory military service, crashed the session. Scroll ahead to learn all the details.
For those who may not be aware, all-able-bodied men in South Korea are required to serve 18–21 months in the army. BTS‘ Jin, Suga, and J-Hope are currently on duty in the South Korean army, while Rm, Jimin, V, and Jungkook...
BTS Jungkook is preparing for his mandatory military enlistment with bandmates Rm, Jimin, and V. The Makane, who had a record-breaking 2023 thanks to his solo debut album, Golden, thrashing records right, left, and center, held his final live session on Friday (December 8) before heading for the military training center. While fans (also known as Army) were anticipating a final goodbye from Jungkook ahead of his impending enlistment, it turned out to be double trouble when Jin, who is already serving his mandatory military service, crashed the session. Scroll ahead to learn all the details.
For those who may not be aware, all-able-bodied men in South Korea are required to serve 18–21 months in the army. BTS‘ Jin, Suga, and J-Hope are currently on duty in the South Korean army, while Rm, Jimin, V, and Jungkook...
- 12/8/2023
- by Shivani Negi
- KoiMoi
Welcome to Samdal-ri is a slice-of-life romantic comedy-drama series created by Kwon Hye-joo. The Netflix K-drama series is set on Jeju Island and the story revolves around Jo Yong-pil and Jo Sam-dal, who get separated because of their dreams but in adulthood, they meet once again when Jo Sam-dal returns to her hometown and reconnect with Jo Yong-pil.
Welcome to Samdal-ri – Episode Guide (When are the Episodes Coming Out?)
Welcome to Samdal-ri consists of sixteen episodes in total. The series is premiering on Netflix with its first episode on December 2, with the next episode coming out the next day on December 3. The rest of the episodes will continue to come out every week on Saturday and Sunday. Check out the full episode guide below:
Credit – Netflix Episode 1 “Tears of the Dragon” – December 2, 2023 Episode 2 “The Soulmates’ History” – December 3, 2023 Episode 3 “Tba” – December 9, 2023 Episode 4 “Tba” – December 10, 2023 Episode 5 “Tba” – December 16, 2023 Episode 6 “Tba” – December 17, 2023 Episode...
Welcome to Samdal-ri – Episode Guide (When are the Episodes Coming Out?)
Welcome to Samdal-ri consists of sixteen episodes in total. The series is premiering on Netflix with its first episode on December 2, with the next episode coming out the next day on December 3. The rest of the episodes will continue to come out every week on Saturday and Sunday. Check out the full episode guide below:
Credit – Netflix Episode 1 “Tears of the Dragon” – December 2, 2023 Episode 2 “The Soulmates’ History” – December 3, 2023 Episode 3 “Tba” – December 9, 2023 Episode 4 “Tba” – December 10, 2023 Episode 5 “Tba” – December 16, 2023 Episode 6 “Tba” – December 17, 2023 Episode...
- 12/5/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
A+E Networks is continuing its investment in Korean entertainment content with “A Good Day to Be a Dog,” a fantasy romantic comedy that will upload from Oct. 11. Within Korea, the show will play on public broadcaster Mbc and Lifetime Korea, releasing at the rate of one episode per week, every Wednesday.
Adapted by screenwriter Baek In Ah from a webtoon originally written by Lee Hye, the story involves a young woman turns into a dog at midnight after she kisses someone. The only way to break the curse is to have the same person kiss her in her canine form. The predicament makes her dating life complicated and ironically, a man who is deathly afraid of all dogs is the only person who can free her from this lifelong predicament.
The 14-episode series stars Park Kyu-young (Netflix’s “Celebrity”) as the young woman and Cha Eun-woo as her reluctant suitor.
Adapted by screenwriter Baek In Ah from a webtoon originally written by Lee Hye, the story involves a young woman turns into a dog at midnight after she kisses someone. The only way to break the curse is to have the same person kiss her in her canine form. The predicament makes her dating life complicated and ironically, a man who is deathly afraid of all dogs is the only person who can free her from this lifelong predicament.
The 14-episode series stars Park Kyu-young (Netflix’s “Celebrity”) as the young woman and Cha Eun-woo as her reluctant suitor.
- 9/19/2023
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
There was no escaping K-content in Cannes this year, with South Korea delivering well-received Canneseries competition title “Bargain,” MIPTV’s showcase of new formats, all hoping to dethrone “The Masked Singer,” Kortop Media’s “Midnight Horror: Different Nights,” “Pale Moon,” sold by KT Studiogenie and, finally, Cj Enm’s “Island.”
Co-created by Bae Jong and Jang Jeong Do, the show – produced by Studio Dragon and Ylab – is based on a popular comic book, first published in 1997. It has since been turned into webtoons, web novels and dramas, always combining the fantastical with the ordinary.
“We designed a unique fantasy world [to accommodate] drama based on mystical folktales of Jeju Island,” explains Jang Jeong Do, also serving as the show’s executive producer.
Noting that while its setting is famous for beautiful tourist spots – with one of the show’s first scenes depicting a wedding photoshoot gone horribly wrong – it’s also “a land with a painful,...
Co-created by Bae Jong and Jang Jeong Do, the show – produced by Studio Dragon and Ylab – is based on a popular comic book, first published in 1997. It has since been turned into webtoons, web novels and dramas, always combining the fantastical with the ordinary.
“We designed a unique fantasy world [to accommodate] drama based on mystical folktales of Jeju Island,” explains Jang Jeong Do, also serving as the show’s executive producer.
Noting that while its setting is famous for beautiful tourist spots – with one of the show’s first scenes depicting a wedding photoshoot gone horribly wrong – it’s also “a land with a painful,...
- 4/20/2023
- by Marta Balaga
- Variety Film + TV
Moonbin, a member of the K-pop group Astro, has died at the age of 25.
As reported by Yonhap News, Moonbin was found dead by his manager at his home in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the evening of Wednesday, April 19th. Police are still investigating the case, and an official cause of death is currently unknown.
Astro’s label Fantagio shared a statement saying Moonbin has “left us and became a star in the sky,” while adding that the company is “deeply mourning” the loss alongside his family, members of Astro, fellow artists, and fans. There will be a private funeral in accordance with the family’s wishes.
Moonbin joined Astro in 2016 alongside Mj, Jinjin, Rocky, Cha Eun-woo, and Yoon San-ha. Aside from a brief hiatus in 2019 for health-related reasons, he was an active member of the group until his death. In January 2023, he officially renewed his Fantagio contract with all the...
As reported by Yonhap News, Moonbin was found dead by his manager at his home in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the evening of Wednesday, April 19th. Police are still investigating the case, and an official cause of death is currently unknown.
Astro’s label Fantagio shared a statement saying Moonbin has “left us and became a star in the sky,” while adding that the company is “deeply mourning” the loss alongside his family, members of Astro, fellow artists, and fans. There will be a private funeral in accordance with the family’s wishes.
Moonbin joined Astro in 2016 alongside Mj, Jinjin, Rocky, Cha Eun-woo, and Yoon San-ha. Aside from a brief hiatus in 2019 for health-related reasons, he was an active member of the group until his death. In January 2023, he officially renewed his Fantagio contract with all the...
- 4/19/2023
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
Ticking time bombs and a race against time are a staple of the thriller genre. For his latest work “Decibel”, director Hwang In-ho, the man behind the horror/romcom “Spellbound” and the action-heavy “Monster”, treads familiar grounds of one man going against the clock to save the city.
“Decibel” review is part of the Submit Your Film Initiative
One year ago, the Korean submarine Roks Halla sunk after being hit by a rogue torpedo and with it, perished exactly half of the crew that was onboard, while the other half was saved days later. Today, the vessel's Captain Kang Do-yeong, still evidently suffering from Ptsd, is hailed a hero for managing to survive and saving half his men under extreme circumstances. One day, as he is returning from a press conference and felicitation ceremony, he receives a mysterious phone call that tells him of a bomb that has been placed inside a football stadium,...
“Decibel” review is part of the Submit Your Film Initiative
One year ago, the Korean submarine Roks Halla sunk after being hit by a rogue torpedo and with it, perished exactly half of the crew that was onboard, while the other half was saved days later. Today, the vessel's Captain Kang Do-yeong, still evidently suffering from Ptsd, is hailed a hero for managing to survive and saving half his men under extreme circumstances. One day, as he is returning from a press conference and felicitation ceremony, he receives a mysterious phone call that tells him of a bomb that has been placed inside a football stadium,...
- 3/30/2023
- by Rhythm Zaveri
- AsianMoviePulse
Multiple well-recognized K-dramas were first illustrated storylines in a webtoon. Dramas like True Beauty, All of Us Are Dead, and even the fan-favorite classic What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim were all webtoons before being adapted. K-drama fans no eagerly hope their favorite webtoons get the star treatment. The 2022 webtoon, My Reason to Die is a perfect candidate.
‘My Reason to Die’ webtoon characters Ji-o and Gyeol | via Webtoon ‘My Reason to Die’ has a female athlete get attached to a swoon-worthy bad boy
Regarding romance, K-drama and webtoon fans fall head over heels for a few well-known storyline tropes. The sizzling chemistry between an ordinary girl and a bad boy is at the top. In 2022, Yuju published the romance webtoon My Reason to Die.
The ongoing webtoon has everything from steamy romantic moments to an evolving love story, drama, and a male lead worth fantasizing over. Fans first meet...
‘My Reason to Die’ webtoon characters Ji-o and Gyeol | via Webtoon ‘My Reason to Die’ has a female athlete get attached to a swoon-worthy bad boy
Regarding romance, K-drama and webtoon fans fall head over heels for a few well-known storyline tropes. The sizzling chemistry between an ordinary girl and a bad boy is at the top. In 2022, Yuju published the romance webtoon My Reason to Die.
The ongoing webtoon has everything from steamy romantic moments to an evolving love story, drama, and a male lead worth fantasizing over. Fans first meet...
- 3/27/2023
- by Gabriela Silva
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
South Korean actor Park Ji-hoon is onto his next on-screen character with Fantasy Sonata. The actor made headlines thanks to his outstanding role in the K-drama Weak Hero Class 1. He astounded fans as he brought to life the webtoon character Si-eun to utter perfection in the bullying K-drama. Fans hope Park will do it again, as he is reported to star as the lead in Fantasy Sonata.
Park Ji-hoon in talks for webtoon K-drama ‘Fantasy Sonata.’ | via Wavve Park Ji-hoon will play a double persona role for ‘Fantasy Sonata’
Fans have had their eye on Park and his next K-drama role. The actor and singer were reportedly offered the leading male role for Fantasy Sonata. Based on a webtoon of the same name by Ban Ji-woon, the storyline takes place in a historical time period. The fun twist to the K-drama is Park’s character if he chooses to take on the K-drama.
Park Ji-hoon in talks for webtoon K-drama ‘Fantasy Sonata.’ | via Wavve Park Ji-hoon will play a double persona role for ‘Fantasy Sonata’
Fans have had their eye on Park and his next K-drama role. The actor and singer were reportedly offered the leading male role for Fantasy Sonata. Based on a webtoon of the same name by Ban Ji-woon, the storyline takes place in a historical time period. The fun twist to the K-drama is Park’s character if he chooses to take on the K-drama.
- 3/15/2023
- by Gabriela Silva
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The hit tvN teen romance K-drama True Beauty has been popular since its premiere in 2020. It was tagged as one of the most searched dramas on Twitter and has become a classic in the genre. It became the perfect live-action adaptation of the beloved webtoon storyline. Above all, fans were enamored with the True Beauty K-drama cast starring Cha Eun-woo, Moon Ga-young, Park Yoon-a, and Hwang In-youp, who have moved on to even higher feats in their careers.
Hwang In-youp, Moon Ga-young, Cha Eun-woo and Park Yoon-a for ‘True Beauty’ cast | via tvN Park Yoon-a played the best friend turned rival in ‘True Beauty’
One of the most heartbreaking storylines of True Beauty involved actor Park Yoon-a’s character, Kang Su-jin. She is a natural beauty, a tough girl, and a top student. She becomes the female lead’s best friend, but teen drama ensues. While learning of the female lead’s secret,...
Hwang In-youp, Moon Ga-young, Cha Eun-woo and Park Yoon-a for ‘True Beauty’ cast | via tvN Park Yoon-a played the best friend turned rival in ‘True Beauty’
One of the most heartbreaking storylines of True Beauty involved actor Park Yoon-a’s character, Kang Su-jin. She is a natural beauty, a tough girl, and a top student. She becomes the female lead’s best friend, but teen drama ensues. While learning of the female lead’s secret,...
- 2/18/2023
- by Gabriela Silva
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
K-drama fans have a lot of good storylines to look forward to in 2023. Alongside original content, a list of webtoons will become live-action K-dramas. Not only will fans get Cha Eun-woo in A Good Day to Be a Dog, but fans will also get to see the webtoon Duty After School come alive on screen as a K-drama. While teens usually spend hours studying for the SATs, these teens are enlisted to fight monsters.
The main cast of the webtoon K-drama ‘Duty After School’ | via TVing ‘Duty After School’ K-drama will follow the webtoon story of teens becoming heroes
Duty After School was created by Ilkwon Ha as a thriller and published on Webtoon. The synopsis reads, “What would you do if your school’s extracurricular activity was a mandatory military service amid an actual war? A class of students are turned into a platoon of soldiers to fight against unknown slime-like objects.
The main cast of the webtoon K-drama ‘Duty After School’ | via TVing ‘Duty After School’ K-drama will follow the webtoon story of teens becoming heroes
Duty After School was created by Ilkwon Ha as a thriller and published on Webtoon. The synopsis reads, “What would you do if your school’s extracurricular activity was a mandatory military service amid an actual war? A class of students are turned into a platoon of soldiers to fight against unknown slime-like objects.
- 2/17/2023
- by Gabriela Silva
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Paramount’s Network 10 Preps Aussie ‘Taskmaster’
Avalon’s Taskmaster is making the long journey to Australia. Paramount-owned Network 10 has ordered a local version of the quirky celebrity challenge format, with comedian Tom Gleeson stepping into the iconic ‘Taskmaster’ presenter role. Challenges have been filmed in a studio in Melbourne and on location in New Zealand, with format owner Avalon Television producing a ten-part series ahead of a 2023 debut. The show has sold into 12 territories as a format and the UK currently on its 15th season, and its fifth on Channel 4. The show was unveiled at Network 10’s Upfront today, where a local remake of another Channel 4 show, long-running property format Location, Location, Location was also revealed. There was an Australian pay-tv remake of the series a decade ago on LifeStyle but this is the first time it’s gone free-to-air. Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly, which airs on Paramount...
Avalon’s Taskmaster is making the long journey to Australia. Paramount-owned Network 10 has ordered a local version of the quirky celebrity challenge format, with comedian Tom Gleeson stepping into the iconic ‘Taskmaster’ presenter role. Challenges have been filmed in a studio in Melbourne and on location in New Zealand, with format owner Avalon Television producing a ten-part series ahead of a 2023 debut. The show has sold into 12 territories as a format and the UK currently on its 15th season, and its fifth on Channel 4. The show was unveiled at Network 10’s Upfront today, where a local remake of another Channel 4 show, long-running property format Location, Location, Location was also revealed. There was an Australian pay-tv remake of the series a decade ago on LifeStyle but this is the first time it’s gone free-to-air. Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly, which airs on Paramount...
- 10/6/2022
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
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Amazon Prime Video is adding to its K-drama collection with the hotly anticipated fantasy-action series Island. The show will debut on Prime Video in 240 countries outside South Korea in December, while launching at home on Cj Enm’s local streamer Tving.
Island is a fantasy action series based on the popular comic/webtoon of the same name by Yoon In-wan and Yang Kyung-il. Set on Korea’s tropical Jeju island, it depicts the journey of characters fighting an evil force that is trying to destroy the world. The show taps into Jeju’s traditional legends and folklore, while showcasing the island’s natural beauty.
Produced by YLab Flex, Studio Dragon and Gilstory Ent, Island assembles a strong on and offscreen team, including A-list stars Kim Nam-gil, Lee Da-hee, Cha Eun-woo and Sung-joon in lead roles. The show is directed by Bae Jong (Welcome to Dongmakgol,...
Amazon Prime Video is adding to its K-drama collection with the hotly anticipated fantasy-action series Island. The show will debut on Prime Video in 240 countries outside South Korea in December, while launching at home on Cj Enm’s local streamer Tving.
Island is a fantasy action series based on the popular comic/webtoon of the same name by Yoon In-wan and Yang Kyung-il. Set on Korea’s tropical Jeju island, it depicts the journey of characters fighting an evil force that is trying to destroy the world. The show taps into Jeju’s traditional legends and folklore, while showcasing the island’s natural beauty.
Produced by YLab Flex, Studio Dragon and Gilstory Ent, Island assembles a strong on and offscreen team, including A-list stars Kim Nam-gil, Lee Da-hee, Cha Eun-woo and Sung-joon in lead roles. The show is directed by Bae Jong (Welcome to Dongmakgol,...
- 10/6/2022
- by Patrick Brzeski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
They include the anticipated ’Bogota: City Of The Lost’ directed by actor-filmmaker Kim Seong-je.
South Korea’s Megabox Plus M is launching sales on a trio of films: Kim Seong-je’s Bogota: City Of The Lost, starring Song Joong-ki, actor Lee Jung-jae’s directorial debut Hunt and action drama Decibel.
Bogota: City Of The Lost is a highly anticipated large-scale production featuring the star of K-drama hits such as Descendants Of The Sun and Vincenzo.
The noir thriller follows a young man who moves to Bogota in the 1990s with his family and, starting from the bottom, works his way...
South Korea’s Megabox Plus M is launching sales on a trio of films: Kim Seong-je’s Bogota: City Of The Lost, starring Song Joong-ki, actor Lee Jung-jae’s directorial debut Hunt and action drama Decibel.
Bogota: City Of The Lost is a highly anticipated large-scale production featuring the star of K-drama hits such as Descendants Of The Sun and Vincenzo.
The noir thriller follows a young man who moves to Bogota in the 1990s with his family and, starting from the bottom, works his way...
- 7/6/2021
- by Jean Noh
- ScreenDaily
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