February 7, 2018- Actress Jo Boah is reported to be joining an upcoming MBC weekend drama 'Parting Left'. The drama is scheduled to air on May and it stars veteran actors Jung Joon Ho and Cha Shi Ra.
Cha Shi Ra and Jung Joon Ho is set to play the role of Young Hee and Sang Jin, a separated husband and wife. Meanwhile, Jo Boah is set to play the role of Jung Hyo who got pregnant by her boyfriend who is the son of Young Hee and Sang Jin. Jung Hyo is instructed by her boyfriend to get an abortion but Jung Hyo decided to come to Young Hee's place and live there. They both get through tough conflicts but come to understand each other after.
Jo Boah's recent appearance was on the SBS drama 'Temperature of Love'. I think she is a good and pretty actress who deserves to be recognized. Parting Left is based on a web novel written by Son Jae Won and will be directed by PD Kim Min Shik . It is set to premiere after 'My Husband Oh Jak Doo'.
February 5, 2018- SBS announced that they cannot air the drama adaptation of a popular novel 'Why Secretary Kim?'. Earlier this year, news about actor Park Seojoon reviewing an offer of the drama adaptation was publicized with SBS emerging as its future broadcaster. Park Seojoon is popular now because of his recent drama 'Fight My Way' and his appearance in Na PD's tvN variety show 'Youn's Kitchen 2'.
Although, the drama adaptation is in the works, SBS released a statement that they cannot air the upcoming drama. Meanwhile, Park Seojoon's agency said that the actor is still considering the offer regardless of the TV broadcaster. The novel's story is about a perfect man with the name Lee Young Joon who posseses everything from wealth and face and his secretary of 9 years whose name is Kim Misoo. But then one day, secretary Kim Misoo suddenly said that she's going to resign which made Lee Young Joon flustered.
Now, with SBS withdrawing, I wonder which broadcaster will pick this drama adaptation in the future.
February 5, 2018- Cable broadcaster JTBC announced that they are planning to produce a drama based on a popular webtoon titled 'My ID is Gangnam Beauty'. The webtoon is created by Gi Meng Gi. It tells the story of the female protagonist KangMirae who's trying to live a changed life after changing her face through plastic surgery. The webtoon is being hosted by LINE.
The title of the webtoon really gives it all right? You'd know that its about plastic surgery ones you read just the title. But I think it really is something that can teach lessons and give meaningful message. Mirae as a character was considered super ugly when she was young but upon entering college she changes her appearance through plastic surgery but the problem was that she fixed almost everything about her face that people around her knows that she's a plastic beauty hence the 'Gangnam Face' term. But she met the male protagonist Do Kyungsuk, who's a little bit weird and slow but serves as her knight and shinning armour whenever she's in trouble.
Now if the drama would be pushed, the casting can be a little burdensome. I mean it's hard to play someone who's continually being dissed as a plastic beauty. Let's see and wait what would happen in this project.
Seo Hyun Jin and Yang Se Jong during 'Temperature of Love' script reading
October, 2017 - The Korean Business Research Institute revealed which drama actors topped this months brand reputation rankings.
Korean Business Research Institute analyzed several data such as media coverage, participation, community and communication index from September 1 to October 2, 2017 to determine which drama actors appeals the best to Korean consumers. According to them, 'Temperature of Love' couple Seo Hyun Jin with a total score of 14,925,692 is ranked 1st place while Yang Se Jong who has a total score of 13, 077, 224 is ranked 2nd place respectively.
The two currently stars in SBS Monday-Tuesday drama 'Temperature of Love'. Seo Hyun Jin plays the character of Lee Hyunsoo, a drama writer while Yang Se Jong plays the character of Ohn Jungsun, a chef who owns a French fusion restaurant. They were past lovers but broke up due to their dreams and priorities. The drama tells the story of the characters building their dreams and getting back the love that they once had.
Meanwhile, 3rd place in the rankings goes to Ha Ji Won who currently stars as a doctor in KBS Wednesday-Thursday drama, 'Hospital Ship', Kim Nam Gil who recently concluded his drama 'Live Up To Your Name' grabbed the 4th place and at 5th place is actor Kang Kyung Joon.
The leading actor of the new SBS drama 'Temperature of Love', Yang Sejong, is commonly dubbed as "monster rookie". Temperature of Love is just the 4th drama in his filmography but he is garnering the attention of the audience. His past works are really impressive that of a rookie.
Recently, an online community board has posted Yang Sejong's predebut photos with the title 'The Past'. It seems that it was during his years in middle school and high school. In the picture, Yang Sejong is seen smiling which really resembles the same looks he has today.
Yang Sejong is a student who majors Theater and Film in Korea National University of Arts. He made his debut in SBS drama 'Romance Doctor Teacher Kim' in 2016. He is reuniting with actress Seo Hyun-jin, who also appeared in Romantic Doctor, through Temperature of Love.
Temperature of Love is a drama written by Ha Myung Hee who was also responsible for 2016 SBS drama 'Doctors'. The first two episodes had been garnering attention and good reviews from the viewers. It airs every Monday-Tuesday at 10 PM KST.
If you are a follower and an avid fan of korean drama, you'd probably be able to distinguish good actors from bad actors. Korean acting is very specific. In a korean drama production, it is important that actors have good pronunciation and good technique in delivering their lines. It is also important to fully grasp the character in order to present good acting. Knets would not take bad actors for granted. Overacting is also a NO NO.
Romantic Doctor Teacher Kim press conference
This past few days, I am watching Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim. The first episode was not that exceptional but I thank myself that I didn't drop it because it is really great. The drama consists of ensemble cast lead by Han Suk kyu, Yoo Yeon Suk, Seo Hyunjin. The drama was directed by the same PD of You're all Surrounded. It was a medical drama about passionate surgeons who began to learn from each other and overcome their own life struggles. The drama is portraying the importance of having a mentor or someone you look up to in life. It is by far one of the best korean medical drama I have watched. There is drama, romance and comedy altogether.
The actors are really great especially the main leads but Han Suk kyu really nailed his role as Master Kim or Kim Sabu. Thank God that I had discovered him through the drama. His voice and his actions are just too great. That's the reason why he got the Top Excellence Award in the last SBS Year End Drama Awards. But through this drama, I had also discovered someone worth mentioning. Actor Yang Sejong who played the role of Dr. Do In Bum which was the son of the main antagonist President Do. Despite being a rookie actor, he really nailed the role of the sometimes bratty but also gifted general surgeon who is the rival of Yoo Yeon Suk's character. Oh, and did I mentioned, he is just too hot and handsome?
Yang Sejong is born in the year 1992. He auditioned for the role of Do In Bum. Before doing Romantic Doctor, he was also a part of Lee Young Ae's comeback project, Saimdang, The Light's Diary which was a preproduced drama that premiered last January. After Romantic Doctor, He soon played the role of three characters in 2017 OCN drama Duel. In his profile, it is mentioned that he was a student of Theater and Film in Korea National University of Arts.
Yang Sejong audition in the drama, Duel
In every role he played, it is just surprising that his facial expression and acting changes and improves. I remember seeing Park Bogum in him. He also somewhat looks like Yoon Shiyoon. He is now nicknamed as "monster rookie" and "acting god" in Korean forums. Some knets also mentioned that he already served in the army so that's plus point. I think he will be the next big star. Yang Sejong will soon reunite with co star Seo Hyunjin from Romantic Doctor in the upcoming SBS drama Temperature of Love. It is a romantic comedy and slice of life drama that centers with the characters relationship and the concept of finding love at a right timing. The drama premieres today, September 18.
Temperature of Love teaser
Yang Sejong and Seo Hyunjin will play a noona-dongsaeng couple who are 6 years apart. The teasers and trailer are really great. I am looking forward and excited for it. This past few months I think dramas are kinda boring but this drama is looking exceptional. Add to that is how lovely the stars are. I am a total fan of Seo Hyunjin whose forte is romantic-comedy. Yang Sejong on the other hand is just so promising that I think this project will become a turning point in his career. Nonetheless, with his talent and looks I think Yang Sejong will really shine and become the next big star. I can feel the amount of fans that he will attract. Mark my words.
Lee Jun Ki and Jeon Hyebin, 2014 KBS drama, Joseon Gunman
This is a sad news. Actor Lee Jun Ki (35) and actress Jeon Hyebin (33) are reported to have broken up today.
-August 25, 2017- Korean media reported that the two stars had broken up. It was later confirmed to be true by their agency Namoo Actors. The reason of their separation was apparently due to busy schedule.
Prior to their dating confirmation around April this year, the pair had been first rumored to be seeing each other last 2015. The two had met as co stars in the 2014 KBS drama 'Joseon Gunman'. Some netizens speculated that the romance had build up during their drama filming. On the other hand, the pair had told the media that they've been seeing each other as lovers since 2016.
Upon the dating confirmation, their relationship met some criticism from netizens. Jeon Hyebin even said that she was depressed because of the backlash and negative comments online. Lee Jun Ki had been famous with his works such as, 'The King and the Clown', 'Iljimae' and many more. He is regarded as one of the top actors in Korea. He is currently starring in the Korean adaptation of 'Criminal Minds'. Meanwhile, Jeon Hyebin on the other hand is famous with her appearance in the 2016 tvN series 'Another Oh Haeyoung'. She is now currently appearing in SBS TV series 'Falsify'.
Lee Sungkyung (26) and Nam Joohyuk (23) are dating in real life. Today, April 24, 2017, the media outlet 'Dispatch' which is known in Korea as the one which reveals mostly all celebrities dating news and scandals released photos of the former co-stars meeting each other.
According to the reports, its been 5 months since the couple started dating officially. Prior to starring as the leads in the recently wrapped up MBC drama 'Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bokjoo', Lee Sungkyung and Nam Joohyuk had long known each other as models. Although the drama's ratings are not that outstanding, fans praised Lee Sungkyung and Nam Joohyuk's chemistry the most. After the drama ended, there are some on-going rumors that the two are perhaps seeing each other. Just some days ago, Lee Sungkyung posted in her Instagram account a blurred picture in which fans reacted that its Nam Joohyuk. After some time, the actress deleted it.
Lee Sungkyung and Nam Joohyuk are both from YG Entertainment. The agency hasn't released any reaction to the dating news as of the moment. Online comments by netizens regard YG's silence as confirmation to the news. Meanwhile Nam Joohyuk is set to star as Habaek in the upcoming tvN drama 'Bride of the Water God'.
Here are the photos of Lee Sungkyung and Nam Joohyuk released by Dispatch.
I know those who had watched "Love in the Moonlight" mostly developed a huge crush with actors Park Bogum, Jinyoung and Kwak Dong-yeon. Heck, I even had a momentarily girl crush with Kim Yoojung! She's so freaking pretty!
We are all sad to let Jinyoung's character go in the drama. Oops.. spoiler alert! Yes! He died in the series. But you know, its nice to invest on him more.. Do some Google research and you'll be amazed of how talented this man is. You probably already know he is an idol but there are lots of details about him that you definitely need to know.
So, here they are. I've compiled some things that I know about Jinyoung.
1. Jinyoung is the leader of Kpop group B1A4. Yep, you probably know about this already. But let me still include it. B1A4 debuted on the year 2011 with 5 members. You know what's funny? The name B1A4 is also relevant with the member's blood type. One member is blood type B and 4 members are blood type A. HAHA, hilarious! Jinyoung is blood type A by the way. ^^
The group is the current roaster of WM Entertainment. The agency started very small but with the success of B1A4 the agency now owns their own building. In an interview, a WM representative said that its because they see B1A4 as people not just idols. The girlgroup Oh My Girl is also part of the same agency.
2. Jinyoung is good at playing guitar. No need to explain this. Just watch this and squeel. Okay?
3. Jinyoung is a composer and a music producer. Have you heard any songs of B1A4? Well its probably composed by Jinyoung. From their debut song 'Bling Girl' to famous tracks like, 'Baby, Goodnight', 'Tried to Walk', to my favorites like 'What's Happening' and 'Lonely'... well Jinyoung composed it all. He is amazing isn't he? Well, there's more to come..
B1A4- Tried to Walk MV
B1A4 - What's Happening MV
Ever watched Mnet's Produce 101? Jinyoung appeared as a music producer for the girls. He gifted them with 'In the Same Place' and 'When Cherry Blossom Fades' which are two very great songs in the entire competition. After IOI debuted, Jinyoung also made a ballad song for the group entitled 'Hold On'. And being in the same company with girlgroup Oh My Girl, Jinyoung also produced and composed a song called 'One Step, Two Step' for them. He also participated in Love in the Moonlight OST with a song called 'Misty Road' sang by Ben. Great! Isn't he?
Produce 101 - In the Same Place
4. Jinyoung's first major role in the big screen was in the movie 'Miss Granny'. Miss Granny stars Shim Eunkyung as the teen self of a grandmother that magically became younger after a photo session. Jinyoung's role is the rocker grandson of Shim Eunkyung. It's a nice movie to watch. Jinyoung and Shim Eunkyung's interaction as rocker grandson and grandma is very adorable.
Miss Granny (2014) Trailer
5. Jinyoung's first drama lead role was with Min Hyorin in Mnet's 'Persevere Goo Haera'. The drama was about young people who wants to enter the entertainment scene as singers. It portrays their obstacles in achieving their dreams and deciding who to love.
6. Jinyoung is good friends with Apink Chorong, BTOB Changsub, Infinite Hoya.Fans call their group as the bashful 91 line. They are all born in the year 1991. Fans are very surprised to know that these members hang out together and are quite close.
In an interview, Chorong revealed that Apink and B1A4 members got close after realizing they've been sharing stages since they debuted. After series of questionings about their member's ages and spending a Christmas eve together, both members of the group shared a meal and cake brought in by B1A4. This must be the start of Jinyoung and Chorong's friendship... hmmm?
January 4, 2017- During the opening ceremony and interview portion of Gu Hye Sun's solo art exhibition entitled "dark Yellow" in Secheodong Art Center in Seoul, the actress open up with the upcoming tvN variety show called "Honeymoon Diary" which will feature her and her actor husband, Ahn Jae Hyeon.
The real life couple who got married last May of 2016 is casted by none other than Na Yeong Suk PD who also created popular variety shows like "The Over Flowers Series" and "Three Meals a Day". "Honeymoon Diary" is expected to be a program where real life celebrity couples show their real life honeymoon life.
Gu Hye Sun revealed, "I finished filming yesterday and thought that it should be done. It was not easy for me to make a decision to open a marriage relationship, not a business relationship with my husband, I wanted to show my well-being, and I fought so hard".
Meanwhile, Gu Hye Sun's solo exhibition, "dark Yellow" is located at 7th Exhibition Hall of Hangaram Museum, Seoul Arts Center. It revolves around the theme of purity, fear and freedom. It will not only feature her artworks but also her piano and song compositions.
Credit: Hankyung.com
