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Month: July 2021

  • Press Release

Experience Being a K-Pop Dance Trainee: Learn Your Faves Dance Choreographies

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 31, 2021July 31, 2021

Win a free dance pass!

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  • Asian Avenue

WATCH: Song Kang And Han So Hee Trying To Make Each Other Feel Kilig

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 30, 2021July 30, 2021

In an interview with Netflix’s Swoon, Song Kang and Han So Hee answered questions about them and their characters, Nabi and Jae Eon.

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  • Asian Avenue

ACTRESS TRIVIA: 10 Things You Might Want To Know About Son Ye Jin — As Answered By The Actress

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021

ere are 10 facts and trivia about her, — all of which she personally answered during an interview at her Smart Hallyu Hangouts event.

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  • Asian Avenue

Lee Tae Hwan In Talks To Star In “Thirty Nine” With Son Ye Jin

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021

Lee Tae Hwan (from “Secret Royal Inspector”) is in talks to star in JTBC’s upcoming drama “Thirty Nine” with “Crash Landing On You” actress Son Ye Jin.

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  • Asian Avenue

“The Penthouse 3” Extended For Another Episode

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021

From 13 episodes, the series will now end with 14 episodes.

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  • Press Release

10 Tipid Tips From Korean Drama “Monthly Magazine Home”

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021

Here are some tipid tips you can try if you’re on a tight budget or trying to save some extra cash. These can even double as a baby steps guide for those who are planning to buy a new home.

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  • Asian Avenue

“Nevertheless” Actor Kim Min Gwi Releases Apology Letter After Cheating Controversy

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021

His appearance will also be reportedly reduced, with some scenes being edited out.
The actor plays the role of Kyu Hyun, the character has a love line with Oh Bit Na (portrayed by Yang Hye Ji).

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  • Asian Avenue

“My Roommate Is A Gumiho” Actress Kang Hanna Is In Talks For A Lead Role

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021

“Start-up” and “My Roommate Is A Gumiho” actress Kang Hanna is in talks for a lead role for the historical series “Red Single Heart,” , alongside Jang Hyuk and Lee Joon.

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SNSD Is Coordinating Their Schedule To Appear As A Group For The First Time Since 2017

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021

In 2017, SNSD released their album “Holiday” for their 10 anniversary. T

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  • Asian Avenue

ACTOR TRIVIA: 10 Things About Choi Hyun Wook from “Weak Hero” And “Twenty Five Twenty One” [UPDATED]

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 27, 2021November 25, 2022

Choi Hyun Wook is currently starring as Na Woo Chan, one of the badminton players in “Racket Boys.” Here are 7 things you might want to know about him.

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  • Asian Avenue

Kim Jae Wook And Krystal Jung In Talks To Star In The Upcoming Series “Crazy Love”

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 27, 2021July 27, 2021

f Kim Jae Wook accepts the role, this would be his first comeback drama 2 years after 2019’s “Her Private Life.”

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  • Asian Avenue

TXT Joins The Smart Communications Family Alongside BTS

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 27, 2021July 27, 2021

K-pop group TXT joins Smart Communications, Inc. as one of their brand endorsers.

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  • Asian Avenue

18+ Webtoon “Summer Solstice Point” Will Have A Korean Drama Adaptation

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 27, 2021July 27, 2021

It tells the story of a divorced woman and a 20-year-old part-timer’s unusual relationship.

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  • Asian Avenue

PH’s First Olympic Gold Medalist — Our Weightlifting Fairy Hidilyn Diaz — Is Actually A Korean Drama Fan

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 27, 2021July 27, 2021

She’s a fan of Song Hye Kyo, Lee Min Ho, Kim Go Eun, Shin Hye Sun, and many more!

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  • Asian Avenue

BINGE-WATCH LIST: 10 Sports-Themed Korean Dramas To Stream Now

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 26, 2021May 14, 2022

If you’re looking for some fun yet inspiring sports-themed Korean dramas, here are 10 series you might want to add to your list.

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  • Press Release

Yeonjun of K-pop group TXT recommends Timmy Albert’s “FEELINGS”

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 26, 2021July 26, 2021

Yeonjun is one-fifth of the Korean boy band Tomorrow x Together or more commonly known as TXT. During his livecast on July 21, 2021 he was asked about the songs he listens to these days and mentioned Timmy Albert’s single, “FEELINGS”.

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WATCH: D.O’s Music Video For His Title Track “Rose”

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 26, 2021July 26, 2021

What do you think of his new song?

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  • Asian Avenue

QUICK EPISODE RECAP: “Nevertheless” Episode 6 — First Love, Jealousy, And Commitment Issues

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 26, 2021July 26, 2021

SPOILER WARNING

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  • Asian Avenue

WATCH: “Hometown Cha Cha Cha” Releases Starring Kim Seon Ho and Shin Min Ah Teaser Video + Premiere Date

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 25, 2021August 8, 2021

The new on-screen romcom couple!

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  • Asian Avenue

ACTOR TRIVIA: 7 Things About Jeong Jae Kwang (from “Nevertheless” and “It’s Okay To Not Be Okay”)

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 25, 2021July 25, 2021

Jeong Jae Kwang is currently starring as An Gyeong Jun, the sunbae in “Nevertheless” who is often seen wearing glasses.

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  • Asian Avenue

The Resurrection Plant In “Kingdom” Sort Of “Exists” And It Can Kind Of Bring Its Self “Back To Life”

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 24, 2021July 24, 2021

The said plant also an “extreme survivor” and can “lives for 250 years while can withstanding dehydration and freezing.”

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  • Asian Avenue

ACTOR TRIVIA: 7 Things About “DP” and “Kingdom: Ashin Of The North” Actor Koo Kyo Hwan

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 23, 2021August 30, 2021

Koo Kyo Hwan might have had little screen time in “Kingdom: Ashin Of The North,” but the actor’s role had a huge impact on the life of Ashin (portrayed by Jun Ji Hyun).

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  • Entertainment

After “Kingdom: Ashin of The North,” Netflix Will Release Another Sequel, “Kingdom: The Crown Prince”

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 23, 2021July 24, 2021

“Kingdom: The Crown Prince,” the upcoming sequel, will star main lead Ju Ji Hoon.

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  • Asian Avenue

“Nevertheless” Star Yang Hye Ji Denies Dating Rumor With Gamer Deft

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 22, 2021July 22, 2021

Deft is a South Korean professional League of Legends player.

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  • Asian Avenue

Yoon Eun Hye Shared That The People During The Kiss Scene In “Princess Hours” Weren’t Extras

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 21, 2021July 21, 2021

Plus watch Yoon Eun Hye and Kan Mi Youn dance their songs from BABYVOX!

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  • Asian Avenue

BINGE-WATCH LIST: 10 College-Centered Korean Dramas To Stream

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 20, 2021July 26, 2021

Unlike its high school counterpart which mostly consists of hard-hitting themes such as bullying, college-themed dramas are more of coming-of-age series — where those in their early 20’s transition to adulthood in our seemingly harsh yet hopeful society.

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Viu Philippines Launches New Exciting Offerings For K-Drama Fans

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 19, 2021July 19, 2021

Join the KKK-Tag Dub Reactions and K-Voice Alike Search Challenge.

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  • Asian Avenue

K-BEAUTY: Here’s The Exact Lipstick Brand And Shade Chae Jong Hyeop Gave To Han So Hee In “Nevertheless”

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 18, 2021July 18, 2021

Dong Hyeok refers to the present as something he “just picked up” while “thinking of” Na Bi.

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  • Asian Avenue

Korean Drama Fashion: The Earring Song Kang Gave To Han So Hee In “Nevertheless” Is Worth 17,500 Pesos

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 18, 2021July 18, 2021

Jae Eon sent a gift to Na Bi, the earrings she lost while defending him.

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  • Asian Avenue

ACTOR TRIVIA: 8 Things About Actor Chae Jong Hyeop From “Nevertheless” And “The Witch’s Diner”

  • by Gia Allana
  • Posted on July 18, 2021July 18, 2021

If you’re curious about this cinnamonroll, who is currently starring in two on-going dramas — “The Witch’s Diner” as Lee Gil Yong and “Nevertheless” as Yang Do Hyeok — here are 8 things you might to know about him.

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  • FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW: “The Worst Of Evil”—A Bloody Action Series As Its Premise, But Surprisingly Has A Heart-Tugging Side

    September 27, 2023
  • Go Hyun Jung Opens Up About Working With Nana And Lee Han Byeol For The Main Role In “Mask Girl”; Also Talks About Mo Mi’s Feelings Toward Her Child, Mi Mo

    September 9, 2023
  • FILM REVIEW: Here are 7 Reasons To Watch “Concrete Utopia” Starring Lee Byung Hun, Park Seo Jun, And Park Bo Young In Philippine Cinemas On September 20

    September 8, 2023
  • FILM REVIEW: 4 Reasons To Watch “Past Lives”—starring Greta Lee And Yoo Teo—An Oridinary Story With Extraordinary Storytelling

    September 7, 2023
  • ENDING EXPLAINED: Did Kim Kyung Ja Knew That Kim Mi Mo Is Her Grandchild?—The Director Of “Mask Girl” Answers In An Interview

    September 3, 2023

Recommendation

  • FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW: 7 Reasons To Watch Disney+’s “Moving”—A Star-Studded Fantasy Series

    August 9, 2023
  • Korean Drama Review: 7 Reasons To Watch “King The Land”, A Romantic Comedy Done Right—Starring Im Yoona and Lee Junho via Netflix

    June 25, 2023
  • “Revenant” Korean Drama Review: Spine-Chilling Mystery Thriller Series With A Compelling Plot—Starring Kim Tae Ri via Disney+

    June 24, 2023

Korean Drama Lists

  • LIST: Upcoming Korean Dramas And Films To Premiere In February 2023 (Trailers And Where To Watch)

    February 1, 2023
  • LIST: 10 Korean Dramas Starring Versatile Actress Park Eun Bin To Watch After “Extraordinary Attorney Woo”

    August 19, 2022
  • 7 Historical Medical Dramas (And Where To Watch Some Of Them)

    August 15, 2022
  • LIST: 9 Zombie + Romance Series, Film, And Webtoons To Watch And Read After “All Of Us Are Dead”

    February 7, 2022
  • BINGE-WATCH LIST: 10 Korean Dramas And Films Set In The 1980s

    January 16, 2022

Reviews

  • FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW: “The Worst Of Evil”—A Bloody Action Series As Its Premise, But Surprisingly Has A Heart-Tugging Side

    September 27, 2023
  • “Behind Your Touch” Korean Drama Review: 7 Reasons To Watch This Unserious Yet Serious, Funny But Thrilling Series—Starring Han Ji Min, Lee Min Ki, And EXO’s Suho

    August 27, 2023
  • REVIEW: Netflix’s “Mask Girl”—Disturbing And Dark, Yet Also A Well-Written Work Of Art

    August 20, 2023
  • FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW: 7 Reasons To Watch Disney+’s “Moving”—A Star-Studded Fantasy Series

    August 9, 2023
  • Korean Drama Review: 7 Reasons To Watch “King The Land”, A Romantic Comedy Done Right—Starring Im Yoona and Lee Junho via Netflix

    June 25, 2023

First Impressions

  • FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW: 7 Reasons Why You Should Watch “River Where The Moon Rises” (And Who Would Love This Type Of Drama)

    February 18, 2021
  • FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW: “Zombie Detective” Gives A Fresh Take To The Popular Zombie Genre

    September 25, 2020

Trivia

  • ACTOR TRIVIA: 8 Things About Netflix’s “One Piece” Live Action” Actor Mackenyu (Who Plays Zoro)

    September 2, 2023
  • ACTOR TRIVIA: 8 Things About “The Uncanny Counter 2” Actor Jo Byeong Kyu (Who Plays So Mun)

    August 28, 2023
  • ACTRESS TRIVIA: 7 Things About “The Glory” And “The Uncanny Counter 2” Villainess Kim Hieora

    August 21, 2023
  • ACTOR TRIVIA: 12 Things About Lee Sang Heon (Who Plays Minho In Netflix’s “XO, Kitty”) + His Instagram Account And Next Project

    May 23, 2023
  • “XO, Kitty” Stars Kim Gia And Lee Sang Heon Reveal That They’re Siblings In Real Life

    May 20, 2023

Korean Drama Updates

  • Lee Jae Wook And Jo Bo Ah To Star In Upcoming Netflix Series “Hong Rang”

    September 21, 2023
  • “Strong Girl Kang Nam Soon” To Premiere Via Netflix + Watch Trailer

    September 21, 2023
  • EXO’s Suho On Preparing For His Role In “Behind Your Touch”: “I stayed [in convenience stores] for quite a long time pretending to decide what to buy”

    August 12, 2023
  • Lee Jun Ho In Talks To Star In The Netflix Korean Series Adaptation Of The Webtoon “Cashero”

    July 13, 2023
  • Jeon Jong Seo, Ji Chang Wook, Lee Soo Hyuk, And More To Join Upcoming TVING Historical Drama “Empress Woo”

    July 13, 2023

Beauty

  • Song Kang Is Coming To Manila For A Fun Meet Via Beauty Brand DEOPROCE

    January 7, 2023
  • K-Beauty: Shin Hari’s (Kim Sejeong) Full Skincare Routine In “Business Proposal” + Where To Get The Products

    March 29, 2022
  • Guess Who’s BYS Cosmetics PH’s Newest Endorser

    February 4, 2022
  • Here’s Where You Can Buy Yeon Su’s (Kim Dami) Jujube Tea For Choi Ung (Choi Woo Shik) In “Our Beloved Summer” + Its Health Benefits

    January 11, 2022
  • K-BEAUTY: Here’s The Exact Lipstick Song Hye Kyo Used In “Now, We Are Breaking Up”

    January 7, 2022

Fashion

  • BENCH Releases Ticket Prices And Fan Benefir Details To Ahn Hyo Seop’s “Here And Now” Show

    September 16, 2023
  • WATCH: Who Is Penshoppe’s Newest Endorser?

    May 17, 2023
  • Wi Ha Jun Is Coming To Manila For His BENCH Fan Meeting—And Here’s How You Can Get Tickets

    April 29, 2023
  • ITZY Is Back In Manila For Their BENCH Fan Meeting

    April 15, 2023
  • Here’s Where You Can Get Oh In Joo’s (Kim Go Eun) Heels In “Little Women”

    September 26, 2022

Food

  • WATCH: Lee Seung Gi Holds A Surprise Charity Event In Manila For BBQ CHICKEN PH

    September 17, 2023
  • 5 Places To Buy Red Bean And Vegetable Buns That Na Hee Do And Baek Yi Jin Had In “Twenty Five Twenty One”

    March 27, 2022
  • K-CAFE: Seollem Shop In Baguio Is Inspired by “Hometown-Cha-Cha-Cha”

    February 22, 2022
  • Dunkin’ PH Features Kim Soo Hyun For Their Valentine’s Day Donuts (+ Where To Buy)

    February 6, 2022
  • Yoon Hye Jin’s (Shin Min Ah) Dental Clinic In “Hometown Cha Cha Cha” Is Now A Restaurant Open To The Public

    February 5, 2022

Travel

  • KDRAMA SET TOUR: The Oh Sisters Apartment And The Won Family Mansion In “Little Women”

    September 27, 2022
  • KDRAMA LOCATION: Here’s Where “The Law Cafe” Is Actually Located

    September 27, 2022
  • K-DRAMA LOCATION: Here’s Where Hanbada Law Firm Is Located (+ The Place Where Lee Jun Ho Confessed)

    August 4, 2022
  • Korean Drama Filming Location: The Tree Jang Uk Promised To Climb With Mu Deok In “Alchemy Of Souls”; Also Featured In “Hotel Del Luna”

    July 11, 2022
  • TRAVEL: Gangnam, Seoul—Attractions You Can Visit During A 5-Minute Quick Stroll

    July 8, 2022

2021 Korean Dramas

2020 Korean Dramas

Music

  • Korean Crime-Thriller Film “Target” To Premiere Via Philippine Cinemas On October 18—Starring Shin Hae Sun, Kang Tae Oh

    September 29, 2023
  • WATCH: Kim SEJEONG Releases “Top Or Cliff” Official Music Video

    September 4, 2023
  • The ASIA ARTIST AWARDS Is Set To Happen In The Philippines This December 14, 2023—In Partnership With Pulp Live World

    September 3, 2023
  • BamBam Is Coming Back To Manila This September 22; Sandara Park To Become His Special Guest

    September 1, 2023
  • Asia Artist Awards 2023 Will Be Held In The Philippines—As Confirmed By Pulp Live World

    August 31, 2023

Events

  • Kim Sejeong Cried Due To Gratitude During Her 1st Manila Sold-Out Concert

    October 2, 2023

Anime

  • LIST: 9 Zombie + Romance Series, Film, And Webtoons To Watch And Read After “All Of Us Are Dead”

    February 7, 2022

Webtoon

  • WATCH: Netflix Releases Teaser And Key Arts Of Upcoming Korean Drama Adaptation Of The Webtoon “Doona!”—Starring Bae Suzy And Yang Se Jong

    September 22, 2023
  • REVIEW: “Pure Villain”, A Complicated Love Story Between A Hero And A “Villain” — Webtoon

    February 10, 2023
  • SPOTTED: Kim So Hyun And Chae Jong Hyeop Filming For Upcoming Drama “Is It Fate?”

    November 14, 2022
  • WATCH TRAILER: Cha Eun Woo, Han So Hee, Lee Soo Hyuk Are The “Leads” Of Web Novel “The Villainess Is Marriotte” (About The Story + Where To Read)

    September 27, 2022
  • WATCH: Webtoon “Lookism” Is Set To Have An Animated Adaptation Via Netflix

    September 26, 2022

Translated to Korean Articles

  • “사이코지만 괜찮아”가 속편을 제작할 자격이 있는 5가지 이유

    September 18, 2020

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  • “2gether: The Series” Stars Bright And Win To Join The Cast Of “Meteor Garden” Thailand As The Main Leads

    September 16, 2020

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