18 Idols And The Stories Behind Creating Their Stage Names
Advertisements 1. Suho (EXO) Kim Jun Myeon was named Suho, which is supposed to mean “protecting EXO as their leader”. Due to Suho’s responsible character, he is often acknowledged for living up to his name. 2. Irene (Red Velvet) Irene is the name of the Greek goddess of peace, which is why this name was […]
Super K recommends 10 Japanese dramas to binge on
Advertisements Japanese dramas deal with themes that are often taboo in K-dramas. This is what makes them addicting. J-dramas are unafraid to portray a woman whose hobby is to have sex with multiple partners, a boy and a girl who turn to each other for physical comfort because their real loves are in a relationship, […]
8 Things We’re Grateful To EXO For In Celebration Of Their 8th Anniversary
Advertisements EXO released their debut song “MAMA” on April 7, 2012. It has been eight long and good years since then, and they’re still as strong as ever! In celebration of their 8th anniversary, here are 8 things we’re grateful to EXO for! 1. Thank you for starting a debut craze Remember when SM Entertainment […]
BLACKPINK’s Lisa Receives Both Praises and Criticism for Being a “Strict” Mentor
Advertisements BLACKPINK’s Lisa, who is currently a dance mentor in the Chinese produce show “Youth with You,” is gaining both praises and criticism as viewers notice that Lisa is becoming “strict” and “harsh” to the trainees. Source: KPopStarz
Former EXO’s Tao Reveals He’s a Fan of “Crash Landing On You” + Calls Son Ye Jin Pretty
Advertisements This is not a drill! On Instagram, Tao uploaded a poster of “Crash Landing on You” wherein the main characters Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin were in a warm, tight hug and sharing a smooch. The Chinese idol wrote a caption saying, “I saw this too late.” Source: KPopStarz
Rookie Boy Group DKB Reveal What Sets Them Apart From Other K-Pop Idols
Advertisements These days, new K-Pop groups seem to debut on a weekly basis. 2019 saw 30 rookie group and unit debuts, and 2020 is unlikely to be much different. So, in a sea of new boy groups, what sets rookies DKB apart? The members told all in a new interview. Brave Entertainment’s first boy group […]
Youth With You Trainee Esther Yu is a Sasaeng + Allegedly Exposed Lee Min Ho’s Hotel Room Info
Advertisements Youth With You trainee Esther Yu who is competing very well is allegedly a Sasaeng fan. The Chinese Idol survival show ranked her as the #1 among overall tally. However, speculations suddenly surfaced on the internet, tracing back some facts of her being a Sasaeng. Source: KPopStarz
YG Trainees Vicky and Jane say YG is Poor + Give Hints on “Baby Monster”
Advertisements The latest episode of the Chinese Reality Show “Youth With You” showcased the dancing and singing skills of YG Trainees Vicky Wei and Jane Wang. While the two are rumored to be completing the list of the upcoming new KPOP girl group of the said entertainment agency, both have something to say about YG […]
Viu and Mediacorp combine forces to amplify premium content offerings for viewers across Asia
Advertisements Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service from PCCW Media Group with more than 41 million monthly active users (MAU), and Mediacorp, Singapore’s largest content creator and national media network, today announced a collaboration which will offer Viu-ers access to drama and lifestyle programmes from Mediacorp. Ms. Virginia Lim, Chief Content Officer, Viu, said, “Viu has established itself to be a leading pan-regional OTT platform engaging our viewers with premium entertainment content made in Asia. We are committed to continually enriching the content experience on our platform, and in recent years we have successfully brought locally produced shows from terrestrial broadcasters to our regional digital viewers. This collaboration with Mediacorp is another example of Viu being the ideal digital platform in the region to showcase the great content produced in Singapore.” Starting from today, more than 600 hours of curated Mediacorp content will be available to Viu-ers throughout Indonesia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. This selection spans scripted and factual titles, from recent Chinese rom-com megahits like My One In A Million (2019) and the social issue-focused dystopian drama A World of Difference (2019); romantic family-friendly titles Happy Prince (2020) and Heart to Heart (2018); psychodramas Doppelganger (2018) and The Driver (2020); seasons three and four of the popular police procedural series C.L.I.F. (2014 – 2016), to All Around You (2020), a youth-centric drama featuring the fresh-faced finalists of Star Search 2019. English programmes for the picking include Asia Contents Awards 2019 Best Asian Drama winner Faculty (2017), seasons one and two of tech-driven thriller Zero Calling (2014 – 2015), and Food Heroes (2016), CNA’s showcase of Singaporean gastronomic gurus. Content will include English, Bahasa Melayu, Traditional Chinese and Thai subtitles on an as-available basis. Ms. Doreen Neo, Chief Content Officer, Mediacorp, said, “Partnering with Viu will extend the reach and recognition of our content to a wider regional audience, and attests to the universal appeal and storytelling strength of Mediacorp productions. We are excited to introduce our proudly ‘made in Singapore’ content to new audiences across Asia.” The Mediacorp content offerings are now available on the Viu mobile app, which can be downloaded for free on App Store, Google Play, and selected smart TVs; as well as on the web at www.viu.com. Source: K-Music Insider