[OPINION] Just Like Fashion Trends, K-Pop Has Come Full Circle
Just like fashion trends, K-pop has come full circle. With the growing popularity of K-pop in both domestic and international music industry, people are finally starting to...
[OPINION] Mnet’s ‘PRODUCE 101’ Series Represent the Bitter Reality of Korean Society
Everyone will probably agree that ‘PRODUCE 101’ series is one of the most sensational survival programs that Mnet ever invented.
The idea of forming a group that satisfied...
[Opinion] The Satisfying and Disquieting Use of Loveline Entertainment
A couple of weeks ago SBS' long-running entertainment variety show "Running Man" officially introduced a new loveline -- an on-screen romance -- between two members. While entertaining, it...
[OPINION] Why SBS’s ‘Single Wife’ Was Never Really About the Wives
Variety programs have to be able to see the changes in the trend better than any other TV programs, in order to provide the “entertainment” that matches...
[OPINION] Why “Observing” TV Programs Are In Trend Right Now
'Hyori's Bed and Breakfast,' 'I Live Alone,' and 'My Little Old Boy.'
What do these programs have in common?
South Korean TV programs have evolved and passed through many...
[Opinion] The Hallyu Ban in China is Dead. The Drones at the Song-Song Wedding...
Over the few weeks Korean media content has consistently found a way past the Hallyu ban that China has had in place for more than a year....
[Opinion] Can Jay Park Be the First Asian-American Hip-Hop Music Mogul?
In a recent interview with MTV, musician and businessman Jay Park hints that he is looking to be the first Asian-American hip-hop music mogul. As a pioneer...
[OPINION] Yang Hyun-Suk Crosses Line With Instagram Updates
With the recent comeback from girl group BLACKPINK, Papa Yang has gone a bit crazy with his Instagram updates. When the group breaks record for having the...
[Opinion] What Is SM Entertainment Doing With Post-Army Super Junior?
Super Junior's post-army comeback was highly anticipated and fulfilled many fans' expectations and desires. Sleek dance moves, a mature concept, and an addictive song.
However, with every comeback,...
[Opinion] Dating as a K-Pop Star Is A Risky Business Move
Dating and finding someone to spend the rest of your life with is a desire that most have, but when you're a K-pop star it seems like...