Author: Jae young

Jessi’s career has evolved in stages. There are times when her music is as hot as can be, but also many instances where her celebrity feels on the backburner. I have a huge soft spot for her place in Korean music, as she boasts a fiery charisma that’s different than most idols. It’s always lovely to have her back, even if a song like Newflash isn’t essential to her discography. I haven’t written about a new Jessi track since 2023, which is a lifetime in K-pop’s fast moving game. That makes Newsflash a true comeback single and a chance for…

SBS’s upcoming comedy sports drama “Try: A Miracle in Us” has unveiled an exciting new teaser! “Try: A Miracle in Us” tells the story of Joo Ga Ram (Yoon Kye Sang), a former rugby star who falls from grace due to a doping scandal. Years later, he returns to his alma mater as the new coach of its bottom-ranked high school rugby team and leads the underdog squad on a quest to win the National Sports Festival. The teaser opens with Joo Ga Ram narrating, “Rugby is about countless tries and an unyielding process. That’s why in rugby, scoring is called a…

Let’s play a little word association. When I say “K-Drama on Disney+,” what comes to mind?Chances are, your brain immediately flashes to the epic, high-flying superheroes of Moving. Maybe it’s the visceral, bloody crime saga of The Worst of Evil, or the high-stakes legal thriller Big Mouth. These are the titans of the platform—the shows that dominated trending topics, racked up awards, and rightfully earned their place in the K-drama hall of fame.But behind these blockbuster hits, Disney+’s library has been quietly growing into a treasure trove of exceptional dramas. These are the “hidden gems”—the series that might not have had the massive…

Let’s be honest. The silence after the final credits of Lovely Runner is deafening, isn’t it?You’ve just spent sixteen glorious, heart-stopping, tear-jerking hours watching Im Sol leap through time to save her ultimate bias, the luminous Ryu Sun-jae. You’ve ridden the dizzying highs of their fated romance and plunged into the gut-wrenching lows of every reset, every near-miss, every sacrifice. You’ve laughed at their teenage antics, swooned at their romantic confessions, and screamed at your screen every time that chillingly persistent villain appeared.And now… it’s over.You’re left with a Ryu Sun-jae-sized hole in your heart, a playlist of ECLIPSE songs on a…

10 K-Dramas with Jaw-Dropping Plot Twists You’ll Never See ComingThere’s a special kind of magic in a story that completely upends your expectations. It’s that heart-pounding, gasp-inducing moment when a single revelation re-contextualizes everything you’ve watched, turning your theories to dust and leaving you staring at the screen in disbelief. Korean dramas, with their masterful storytelling and intricate plotting, have perfected the art of the plot twist.From psychological thrillers that question the very nature of good and evil to seemingly straightforward romances with dark secrets lurking beneath the surface, these shows are designed to keep you guessing until the very…

The Complete Guide to 5th Gen K-Pop: Defining the Sound, Style, and Stars of a New EraA shift is happening in the vibrant, fast-paced world of K-Pop. You can feel it in the music, see it in the fashion, and sense it in the way new groups connect with their fans. The whispers have grown into a full-throated debate, echoing across social media, forums, and fan communities: are we officially in the 5th Generation of K-Pop?For the uninitiated, K-Pop organizes its history into “generations”—distinct eras, each with its own defining characteristics, technological shifts, and roster of legendary groups. The 4th…

🎬 OverviewTitle: Spring of Youth (사계의 봄)Episodes: 8Genre: Youth romance, campus music dramaAiring Network: SBSStreaming Platforms: Viki, NetflixDirector: Kim Sung-yongWriter: Kim Min-cheolMain Cast:Ha Yoo-joon as Sa-gyePark Ji-hu as Kim BomLee Seung-hyub as Seo Tae-yangSupporting: Jo Han-chul, Cha Chung-hwa, Seo Hye-won🧭 PremiseSpring of Youth follows the story of Sa-gye, a former K-pop band frontman who falls from grace after a scandal. With his career on hold and public image shattered, he escapes to Hanju University to find some anonymity and healing. There, he meets Kim Bom, a musically gifted student dealing with her mother’s recent passing, and Seo Tae-yang, a medical…

A politically charged K-drama that brilliantly reimagines youth elections as reflections of adult corruption and ambition.📝 OverviewTitle: I Am a Running Mate (러닝메이트)Episodes: 8Genre: Political satire, youth drama, coming-of-ageDirected by: Han Jin-won (Oscar-winning co-writer of Parasite)Streaming on: NetflixMain Cast:Yoon Hyun-soo as Noh Se-hoonLee Jung-sic, Choi Woo-sung, Hong Hwa-yeon, Lee Bong-joon🔍 Introduction“I Am a Running Mate” is not just a high-school drama—it’s a sharply written, politically soaked microcosm of real-world governance, competition, and ideology. It dares to place a teenage student council election under the same critical lens reserved for national politics, echoing the social commentary style of Parasite and the…

It’s a great time for K-drama fans, with a lot of exciting romantic series hitting screens in 2025! Here are some of the best romantic K-drama suggestions for 2025, with details on why they might be a good fit for you:Already Released & Highly Recommended:When Life Gives You Tangerines (Netflix)Why it’s great: This drama, starring IU and Park Bo-gum, released in March 2025 and has been widely praised for its heartwarming and poignant storyline. It’s a slice-of-life romance that spans decades, showing the evolution of a relationship with both its joys and challenges. If you appreciate beautiful cinematography, strong character…

IU, often dubbed the “Nation’s Little Sister” and the “Queen of K-Pop,” has truly showcased unstoppable momentum in 2025. This year has been a testament to her incredible versatility and enduring appeal, with a strategic blend of highly anticipated music and acting projects captivating global audiences. What exactly makes her 2025 ventures so eagerly awaited by fans and critics alike? Let’s dive in.A Triumphant Return to Music with ‘A Flower Bookmark 3’One of the biggest highlights of IU’s 2025 projects is her recent musical comeback. On May 27, 2025, she released her third cover EP, ‘A Flower Bookmark 3’. This…