September 2022 - Koreanophiles

K-Dramas With The Best Soundtracks of All Time

September 22, 2022June 18, 2023 koreanophilescrash landing on you, Descendants of the Sun, dream high, GOBLIN, hospital playlist, kdrama, moon lovers, oh hae young, princess hours, REPLY 1988

Aside from the breathtaking plots of K-Dramas, its official soundtracks are truly the cherry on top. These soundtracks are a great time machine to bring us back to the moments when we bawled our eyes out because of these K-Dramas. Here are the dramas that gave birth to our current playlist. Oh Hae Young Eric of Shinhwa and Seo Hyun‑jin as its lead actors, it also got a stellar list for its soundtrack. Goblin Starring Gong Yoo, Kim Go Eun, Lee Dong Wook, and Yoo In Na. Aside from the…

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Top 10 Fastest Girl Groups To Win A Music Show Win

September 21, 2022May 12, 2023 koreanophiles2ne1, blackpink, gidle, iTZY, ive, izone, kep1er, miss a, ses, viviz

It’s not easy to win first on any music show in the Korean industry. There are many factors and criteria to consider. It is especially hard for rookie groups because they are just starting and they haven’t proven themselves much to the public. But these girls are different. These girl groups set a new record and achieved their first win only a few days since their debut. Here are the top 10 K-Pop girl groups who are the fastest to win a music show after their debut: 2NE1 YG Entertainment‘s…

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Why Jessi Is Not Your Ordinary K-Pop Star

September 21, 2022September 21, 2022 koreanophilesjessi, manila, zoom in manila

“Who are you to judge me? We’re not a team. This is a competition.” The line that gave birth to a star. Jessi has left a lasting influence on Korea since then. The K-Pop star has broken so many standards which made her stand out from the crowd. The K-Pop scene has never seen a performer quite like Jessi, based on her personality and attitude on stage; a breath of fresh air! Here are some of the reasons why Jessi isn’t your typical K-Pop star. Sets Her Own Standards!…

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Upcoming Iconic Pairings Hitting The Theaters

September 19, 2022September 19, 2022 koreanophilesahn bo hyun, cho yi hyun, gong yoo, im siwan, jung so min, kang ha neul, Kim Hye Yoon, lee byung hun, movies, ong seong woo, park bo gum, park bo young, park eun bin, park se wan, park seo joon, ryu seung ryong, suzy, yeo jin goo, yoona, yum jung ah

The Korean film industry is really back! The stellar line up for the upcoming films will leave you breathless as your favorite Korean stars gather for mega projects! Here are the films you should watch out for! Yum Jung Ah, Ryu Seung Ryong, Ong Seong Woo and Park Se wan The first jukebox musical film in South Korea depicts a woman named Se Yeon, played by Yum Jung Ah, who asks her husband to find her first love as a birthday present, and Jin Bong to be played by Ryu…

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Kang Daniel Will Make A Stop In Manila For His World Tour This October!

September 16, 2022September 16, 2022 koreanophilesconcert, kang daniel, kpop, Wilbros Live

Korean superstar Kang Daniel has confirmed the Asia route of his World Tour following the concerts in Seoul and Japan. Konnect Entertainment has announced the seven cities tour including Manila, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Macau. “KANG DANIEL <FIRST PARADE> TOUR IN ASIA will start in MANILA on October 22, 2022, at the New Frontier Theater. Tickets will go on sale on October 1, 10 AM via TicketNet.com.ph and all TicketNet outlets nationwide. Presented by Konnect Entertainment, Genie Music, and promoted by Wilbros Live. Last month, Kang…

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SORN Is Back With “Nirvana Girl”

September 15, 2022September 15, 2022 koreanophilescdm entertainment, CLC, kpop, nirvana girl, sorn

Today, multi-talented pop singer SORN returns with her latest single “Nirvana Girl” via WILD Group/Universal Music Singapore. Empowering and catchy, “Nirvana Girl” is SORN’s fourth digital single. It is her swan song as she navigates her new journey of self-discovery. With lyrics that allude to the spiritual in her pursuit of freedom and enlightenment, Sorn describes the meaning of “Nirvana Girl” as shaking off the labels she used to let define her and learning to become the most authentic version of herself. “Nirvana Girl” features SORN’s former K-Pop girl group…

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“Dr.Romantic 3” Announces Its Main Leads!

September 15, 2022September 26, 2022 koreanophilesahn hyo seop, dr. romantic, han seok kyu, kdrama, lee sung kyung

“Dr. Romantic 3” confirmed its production team and main cast lineup! SBS announced on September 15 that Han Seok Kyu, Ahn Hyo Seop, and Lee Sung Kyung will reunite for the upcoming third season of “Dr. Romantic.” The three main leads will also work once again with director Yoo In Shik and writer Kang Eun Kyung. The first season of the drama, “Dr. Romantic” led by Han Seok Kyu, Yoo Yeon Seok, and Seo Hyun Jin, was a huge success with a high rating of 27.6%. The second season that…

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Most Shocking Exits By K-Pop Members. Ever.

September 14, 2022November 9, 2022 koreanophilesedawn, exo, f x, girls generation, hyuna, jessica jung, kris, luhan, pentagon, sm entertainment, sulli, tao

One of the reasons why we fell in love with K-Pop is the bond of the groups. We have seen it through variety shows, guestings how close they are and how the group members blend with each other but nothing lasts forever. The common reason for the heartbreak of a K-Pop is a member leaving the group, which is inevitable for a group that has talented members who wish to pursue solo careers. Here are some of the most shocking exits by a K-Pop member. Sulli Sulli took a hiatus…

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6 K-Pop Memes That Went Viral Outside The Community

September 12, 2022July 4, 2023 koreanophilesblackpink, hyungwon, jimin, key, kpop, lisa, meme, monsta x, red velvet, shinee, taemin, yeri

The K-Pop community isn’t just about stanning and idolizing these stars! The amount of witty fan accounts on Twitter has sure given birth to many memes that truly made us laugh! Below are some of the best meme in K-Pop that has reached outside the community! The Iconic Legs of BLACKPINK’s Lisa Thanks to Twitter’s layout, it worked! Screencapped from a dance performance video where Lisa flaunts her long legs in incredible thigh-high boots. Twitter users cropped BLACKPINK‘s member torso leaving the legs to make them “work.” Huge personalities joined…

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Chuseok: South Korea’s Biggest Holiday

September 8, 2022September 12, 2022 koreanophileschuseok, holiday, korea, South Korea

Chuseok also known as, Hangawi is a harvest festival South Korea celebrates together. Held during mid-autumn and a three-day holiday celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar on the full moon. It is believed to be originated from the shamanistic worship ritual of giving thanks to the harvest moon and ancestors. Farmers would express their appreciation and pay honor to their ancestors by offering them their harvested crops, believing that they will have a winter with bountiful food, https://youtu.be/q9PuXxhclic Today, South Koreans often wear…