ABS-CBN Books launches “Hello Hallyu,” the very first local-based fan book on Korean culture
The Korean wave or Hallyu refers to the popularity of Korean culture globally, which started in the 1990s. The Philippines, of course, was not spared from this trend, and has now fully embraced all forms of Hallyu—
K-pop, K-drama, K-beauty, K-fashion, and even K-food. But while Korean culture spread like wildfire in the whole country, we never really understood how it began, how it grew, and how big is its impact now in our own culture.
Taeyeon – Happy (English Lyrics Translation)
Advertisements Artist: 태연 (Taeyeon) Song: Happy (English Translation) Album: Happy Year: 2020 Lyrics: Happy La La La Happy La La La Happy La La La Happy Happy Happy Is it a dream knocking on by the spreading season? You’re sweet in my ears Tell me baby baby I’ve waited for tonight Every time I picture […]
Top 5 Recap: Hospital Playlist Episode 7
Advertisements This week was heavy on the slice of life feel, and less focused on any one person. Way more time was spent in the operating room, which wasn’t as bad as it could have been. Still, we had all the fun we’ve come to expect from this show. Second Chances At our little gossip […]
Help The Impoverished Elderly In South Korea Survive COVID-19
Advertisements The spread of COVID-19 in South Korea has adversely affected countless lives. One sector of society that has been particularly hit hardest is the elderly population. For over a decade, South Korea’s elderly poverty rate has been the highest in OECD. Like other public facilities, welfare centers and soup kitchens were also forced to […]
10 Most Unforgettable K-Drama Proposals
Advertisements One of the main perks of romantic K-Dramas must be the endless pit of dreamy proposals to swoon for. There is nothing more UWU than watching the male and female leads admit their feelings for each other and fall so happily in love. And some of these proposals have become so iconic and simply […]
Inner Circle Showcase Their Creativity And Love For WINNER By Transforming Their Album Into Works Of Art
Advertisements A few weeks ago, WINNER made their highly-anticipated return with the release of their third studio album Remember. Besides the heart-fluttering songs, photocards, and more in the album, the overall aesthetic of the cover design immediately captured the hearts of fans. The simple and sleek designs of the US version in black and the […]
BTS’s Jungkook’s Latest Twitter Post Broke The Internet — And His Own Records At The Same Time
Advertisements Superstar boy group BTS is no stranger when it comes to breaking records and setting new achievements that are yet to be beaten. Just this week, the group has been given the “Favorite Music Group” award at 2020 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, adding this one to their 100+ awards and counting. Your browser does not support […]
Gorgeous AF Photos Of Park Bo Gum In A Suit
Advertisements When a man wears a suit, he instantly looks more refined and put together. That holds completely and utterly true with actor Park Bo Gum. In his case, a suit has never looks so good! Read on to see 30 pictures of him wearing a suit…and absolutely killing it! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. […]
INTERVIEW: ‘Time to Hunt’ is custom-fit for Lee Je hoon
Advertisements There was no way Lee Je-hoon was going to turn down working in the film “Time to Hunt.” How could he when the lead character in the film was written for him? Director Yoon Sung-hyun told him from the start that Jun-seok was his. Lee made a name for himself after starring in dramas […]