Author: Kishor
The Bias List is a K-pop blog that also covers a fair amount of J-pop. But just like most music fans, I enjoy tracks from all around the world. So, I thought I’d start a monthly round-up of some of the non-K-pop songs that have caught my ear. No ratings — just highlights! February 2022 // March 2022 // April 2022 // May 2022 // June 2022 // July 2022 // August 2022 // September 2022 // October 2022 // November 2022 // January 2023 // February 2023 // March 2023 // April 2023 // May 2023 // June 2023…
Channel A’s “My Lovely Journey” has shared a sneak peek of Gong Seung Yeon and Baekho’s cozy summer date! Based on a bestselling novel by Maha Harada, “My Lovely Journey” is a new drama starring Gong Seung Yeon as Kang Yeo Reum, a former idol-turned-travel reporter who has never been a “center” in her life. As she takes on travel assignments on behalf of others, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, coming to understand the true meaning of success and life. Spoilers Previously on “My Lovely Journey,” Yeo Reum was heartbroken by dating rumors linking her ex-boyfriend Cha Si…
Get ready for a turning point in the relationship between Lee Min Ki and Lee Bo Young on “Mary Kills People”! A remake of the Canadian series of the same name, MBC’s “Mary Kills People” stars Lee Bo Young as Woo So Jung, a doctor who illegally provides euthanasia to patients with incurable illnesses. Spoilers On the previous episode of “Mary Kills People,” Woo So Jung faced off against detective Ban Ji Hoon (Lee Min Ki) after learning that he was not actually the terminally ill patient Jo Hyun Woo, as he had led her to believe. However, on the…
Jung Chaeyeon will take on her first court case on the next episode of JTBC’s “Beyond the Bar”! “Beyond the Bar” is a new drama starring Jung Chaeyeon as Kang Hyo Min, a confident and compassionate but inexperienced rookie attorney at the law firm Yullim. Under the mentorship of Yoon Seok Hoon, a cold but exceptionally skilled partner at the firm, Hyo Min gradually grows into a true lawyer as she navigates the challenges of the legal world. Spoilers Previously on “Beyond the Bar,” Kang Hyo Min built up experience by watching and working together with Yoon Seok Hoon on…
The upcoming movie “Run to You” has officially confirmed its premiere date and released a new poster! Starring Ha Seok Jin, Lee Shin Young, and TWICE’s Dahyun, “Run to You” is a heartwarming sports film helmed by director Lee Seung Hoon. It tells the story of a national sprint record holder nearing the end of his prime and a high school track athlete just beginning his journey and running purely for the love of it. The firm follows their tireless pursuit of seemingly impossible dreams and the emotional journey they share along the way. In what marks his return to…
MBN’s upcoming drama “The First Lady” has unveiled a glimpse of its first script reading session! “The First Lady” follows the shocking turn of events that ensues when a president-elect demands a divorce from his wife just as she is set to become the first lady. The drama unfolds over the remaining 67 days leading up to the presidential inauguration, portraying the couple’s intense conflict while unraveling political conspiracies and long-buried family secrets. The script reading was attended by director Lee Ho Hyun, writer Kim Hyung Wan, and the cast, which included Eugene, Ji Hyun Woo, Lee Min Young, Han Soo…
SBS’s “The Winning Try” has entered the second half of its run! On August 15, the comedy sports drama successfully remained the most-watched miniseries of Saturday as it kicked off its second half. According to Nielsen Korea, “The Winning Try” scored an average nationwide rating of 5.4 percent. Meanwhile, JTBC’s “The Nice Guy” earned average nationwide ratings of 2.0 percent and 2.3 percent for its latest two episodes. MBC’s “Mary Kills People,” which normally airs in the same time slot as “The Winning Try,” took the night off due to a festival celebrating the 80th anniversary of Korea’s National Liberation…
From heartfelt reunions to quiet gestures of care, episodes three and four of “My Lovely Journey” delivered an emotional punch wrapped in gentle storytelling. The drama continues to balance slice-of-life warmth with touching revelations, and these episodes were especially rich with moments that made viewers pause, smile, and maybe even shed a tear. From Yeon Seok’s (Kim Jae Young) growing care for Yeo Reum (Gong Seung Yeon) to CEO Oh’s (Yu Jun Sang) relationship with our female lead, here are four times “My Lovely Journey” episodes three and four warmed our hearts. Warning: spoilers ahead! Yeon Seok’s growing care for…
The weekend won’t be the same now that “Law and The City” has come to an end. Throughout 12 episodes, we were amazed by the marvelous group of attorneys that worked at Hyungmin Law Group. They not only showed us a more human and warm side of the law but also a realistic and approachable view of it. Despite the recent difficulties for our squad, they prevailed with their characteristic resilience and good spirits, giving us a heartwarming finale to stay optimistic even in the hardest days of life. Here is every endearing moment we loved! Warning: spoilers from episodes…
PREVIOUS RECAPS: Episode One // Episode Two // Episode Three // Episode Four // Episode Five // Episode Six Guys… this new episode is almost three hours long and all they’re doing is announcing rankings. I’m not watching all that. Sorry, even I have my limits. However, I figure there are readers who would still appreciate a space to discuss this episode and particularly the trainees who were saved or eliminated. So, here are some important stats to keep us all going until next week’s episode. If the group were announced today, here are the members:1. Lee Sang-won2. Zhou Anxin3.…