Author: Rahul M

Two years since their debut, Kiss Of Life are pushing into the Japanese market with their first J-pop single. It’s hard not to wonder if this move comes as a pivot away from the western markets they had been pursuing up until their controversy earlier this year. Whatever the case, Lucky is a so-so debut that slightly augments their sound while removing most of the bite from their persona. On one hand, Lucky successful draws upon a slick 90s r&b groove, standing as the kind of subdued jam that eventually works its way under your skin. The vocal arrangement adds…

I’ll be honest: a shiver runs down my spine when I see a song title like “Eenie Meeny Miny Moe.” Nursery rhymes have been a part of pop music for decades, but K-pop likes to go overboard with the approach, utilizing their sing-song melodies for the basis of an entire song. Fifty Fifty’s quirky Pookie enjoyed moderate success in Korea earlier this year, and judging by this new song title I feared their agency learned all the wrong lessons from that. Fortunately, Eeny Meeny Miny Moe (가위바위보) isn’t all sing-song nonsense. In fact, the nursery rhyme is relegated to brief…

There’s a large contingent of us (relatively) old K-pop fans who constantly reminisce about the industry’s “good old days.” I’m sure this is very annoying to younger fans who are immersed in K-pop’s present, and it’s natural for any music market to evolve as time goes on. But whatever era you determine to be your favorite, most of us can probably agree that we miss the days of fully fleshed out, 3+ minute songs with a sense of scope and payoff. In this regard, rookies AHOF have become unlikely saviors of the form, debuting with the brilliant Rendezvous this summer…

&TEAM has won the very first Korean music show trophy of their career! On the November 4 episode of “The Show,” the candidates for first place were &TEAM’s “Back to Life,” TEMPEST’s “In The Dark,” and WEi’s “HOME.” &TEAM ultimately took the win with a total of 9,340 points, marking their first-ever win on a music show. Congratulations to &TEAM! Watch their comeback performances, first win, and full encore below: Other performers on today’s show included WEi, TEMPEST, xikers, DKZ, 82MAJOR, DKB, Gyubin, NEWBEAT, BAE173, VVUP, AxMxP, Kik5o, Seo EVE, SOUNDHILLS, and MOKKOJI. Check out their performances below! WEi –…

MBC’s upcoming variety show “Vacation by Part-Time Job” (literal title) has dropped its first teasers! “Vacation by Part-Time Job” is a new variety show starring Jung Jun Won, Kang You Seok, Lee Soo Ji, and Kim Ah Young as they embark on a “work-and-travel” adventure on the island of Zanzibar, Tanzania—where part-time jobs come with a side of paradise. The first teaser shows the cast struggling through unexpected challenges—from hauling giant sacks to collapsing in exhaustion under the scorching sun. At one point, they even shout, “Are we going to make it out alive?” and “This isn’t a vacation—it’s pure…

Kim Hee Sun and Yoon Bak are set to deliver a dose of relatable realism as a married couple in TV Chosun’s upcoming drama “No Next Life.” “No Next Life” is a comedy starring Kim Hee Sun, Han Hye Jin, and Jin Seo Yeon as three 41-year-old women who are worn out from the daily grind of parenting and work. As they each take on new challenges, the drama portrays the confusion and anxiety of entering their 40s in a heartfelt yet humorous way. Kim Hee Sun stars as Jo Na Jung, a former top home shopping host who once…

The cast of “Ms. Incognito” has bid heartfelt farewells as the drama comes to an end. “Ms. Incognito” is a crime romance drama starring Jeon Yeo Been as Kim Yeong Ran, a female bodyguard who enters a contract marriage with a terminally ill chaebol chairman hoping to turn her life around. But when those eyeing the chairman’s vast fortune close in on her, she is forced to live under the new identity of Bu Se Mi for three months—setting the stage for dangerous twists and turns. With only the final episode left to air today, the lead actors have shared…

The stars of MBC’s “Moon River” have shared keywords to describe the relationships between their characters! “Moon River” is a fantasy romance historical drama about a crown prince who has lost his smile and a woman who has lost her memory, whose souls are mysteriously switched, forcing them to walk in each other’s shoes. Kim Se Jeong takes on the role of Park Dal I, a merchant who faces an unexpected twist of fate when her soul suddenly swaps with that of the crown prince. Kang Tae Oh plays Crown Prince Lee Gang, who is acting as regent in place…

If you love your C-dramas packed with romance, angst, and sizzling chemistry but don’t have the patience for 40 episodes, these short-format series are perfect for a weekend binge. These bite-sized dramas prove that great storytelling doesn’t need long run times. In fact, their fast-paced plots, addictive characters, and sharp emotional arcs make them all the more irresistible. Whether it’s rekindled romances, enemies-to-lovers twists, or a love that blooms against all odds, these mini dramas deliver big feelings in small packages. Here are five to add to your watchlist! “Ten Years of Unrequited Love” Lin Miao Miao (Ji Shu Yi)…

Upcoming drama “LOVE.exe” has shared its first glimpse of Hwang Bo Reum Byeol’s character! “LOVE.exe” is a romantic comedy that tells the chaotic love story of Kang Min Hak (Kim Yo Han), an influencer and model who boasts over 1 million followers, and Ju Yeon San (Hwang Bo Reum Byeol), an engineering student who excels academically but struggles with romance. Hwang Bo Reum Byeol takes on the role of Ju Yeon San, the top student in the Computer Engineering department and a former child quiz champion. Brilliant and quick at solving problems like a true engineering student, Yeon San has…