News Articles #20: October 3, 2015 - Kim So Hyun in Upcoming Web Drama with BtoB's Minhyuk; BtoB's Comeback and Teaser Photos + "The Village: Achiara's Secret" Releases New Still and Poster

BtoB Releases New Teaser Photos for Upcoming Comeback

Boy group BtoB will be returning with their seventh mini album, I Mean. On October 1, BtoB released a surprise teaser image for their official social media accounts to announce their comeback with the mini album. The seven-member boy group's title track from their upcoming mini album will be another ballad track, perfect for the fall season. The group's latest album, their first full-length album Complete was released in June of this year.

BtoB's I Mean will be released on October 12.

Happy Belated Birthday, Lee Jong Suk!

I already knew on the 14th that it was Jong Suk's birthday, however, I wasn't in a great mood to be writing a post on it, and I was like that yesterday as well. I don't really know why, but I did the same thing with Joy's birthday on the third of September (but I didn't post about it because it was too late by the time I got round to it). Anyway, here's to my second favourite actor since my k-drama debut in January! Happy Belated Birthday!

Red Velvet

At the moment, I am only a fan of one female kpop group, and they are Red Velvet. They are a pretty new group, that was only formed a year ago. The reason why I am talking about them now is because they have just released one of their singles that will be complied together in a new album: The Red. Red Velvet is a very popular group, despite being so new, because their previous single, Ice Cream Cake, was a massive hit.

News Articles #19: September 2, 2015 - Yook Sungjae Cast in "The Village: Achiara's Secret" + Lee Sung Kyung Cast in "Cheese in the Trap"

Moon Geun Young and BtoB's Yook Sungjae Confirmed for "Village"

The two actors have been confirmed as the leads of the new Wednesday-Thursday evening drama after previous reports of their casting offers. Moon Geung Young will portray Kim So Yoon, an English teacher who is transferred to the town of Achiara. Yook Sungjae will play cop Park Woo Jae, who has finally accomplished his dream of becoming a policeman after failing the exam three times. The two will join forces as they discover the secrets behind the mysterious corpses that are unearthed in the seemingly peaceful, quiet town of Achiara.

News Articles #18: August 3, 2015 - New Songs for "High Society" and "Scholar Who Walks the Night" + Nam Joo Hyuk Joins "Cheese in the Trap" Cast

Park Hyung Sik Lends His Voice to OST of "High Society"

On July 27, the High Society production team released a surprise OST Part 4 album single. The song featured in this single, You Are My Love was revealed to be composed and written by Kim Changwan. 

K-Drama Trend: Famous Chefs

Cooking and male chefs are all the rage in Korea right now. This not only translates to celebrity chefs but also to the increase of male chefs as characters in K-Dramas. There are chefs that you wish would cook for you, chefs you would want to date, but what chefs you would want to work for? Here's a list, rated out of 5 stars.

Ship It: Park Shin Hye Edition

Park Shin Hye's path to stardom started young in a music video, grew together several hit dramas, and has hit its peak with each of her recent works becoming a huge hit. Watching her grow into the actress she is now - both talent-wise and beauty-wise - had been such a treat as a fan. And as she grows, her list of ships with popular actors grows as well. Here are some of her most recent boasted exceptional chemistry with actors.

News Articles #17: July 22, 2015 - Jun Ji Hyun is 10 Weeks Pregnant + Kim Woo Bin is Dating

Actress Jun Ji Hyun is 10 Weeks Pregnant

The news comes three years after Jun Ji Hyun's marriage to Choi Joon Hyuk, and the actress is currently 10 weeks pregnant, due in the beginning of next year. A source close to Jun Ji Hyun spoke to Dispatch, and said, "It was news they've both been waiting for. They really wanted to have a child this year, and they're really happy that things are going as planned."

Happy Belated Birthday, Kim Woo Bin!

Kim Woo Bin

Nationality: South Korean

Gender: Male

Born: July 16, 2015

Age: 26

Previous Dramas:

2013 - The Heirs (Main Role - Choi Yeong Do)

2012 - School 2013 (Main Role - Park Heung Soo)

2012 - A Gentleman's Dignity (Supporting Role - Kim Dong Hyub)

2011 - Vampire Idol (Supporting Role - Gabri)

2011 - Cupid Factory (Supporting Role - Roy)

2011 - White Christmas (Main Role - Kang Mi Reu)

News Article #16: July 15, 2015 - Super Junior is Back With Their New Action-Packed "Devil" MV [100 Posts Special]

On July 15, the group dropped their tenth anniversary special album Devil, which includes songs from all their sub-units, including Super Junior T, SJ M, and SJ K.R.Y. The album features tracks written by Jaurim's Kim Yoon Ah, Rose Motel, Lee Seung Hwan, and Epitone Project. The group has also released their hugely anticipated music video for their title track Devil. It features the members starring in their own miniature movies, complete with fun posters and lots of action.

Infinite

As July seems to be the month all kpop bands are making their comeback, I've latched onto a new group: Infinite. As I watched their latest music video of Bad, I recognized two of the members very easily, and when I recognize an actor in a band, I will probably start to love that group. Those two actors were Hoya and Myungsoo (L), but I'll get to them two in a bit.

Infinite

Origin: Seoul, South Korea

Genres: Kpop

Years Active: 2010-present

Labels: Woollim Entertainment + Universal D

Associated Acts: Infinite H + Infinite F

Debut: June 9, 2010

It's Okay - BtoB

Boy group BtoB has released a dance version for their latest title track, It's Okay. Previously, the group released an omnibus-style music video for the single, which showcased all the seven members of the group acting in their own story-line.

Watch Original MV Here

Is It Real? Are Lee Jong Suk and Park Shin Hye Dating?!

As most fans of the two celebrities know, there have been a large amount of rumours about the two brilliant actors dating, however, it's not been confirmed that they are. I would have definitely loved this to have been true, but all we know is that they have been very close friends for a long time and they've been meeting frequently. Here is two articles combined explaining the situation as we know it at the moment:

Happy Birthday, Ahn Jae Hyun and Leeteuk!

We only have three pending birthdays this month, and July 1st is a dual birthday! It's my vampire oppa, Ahn Jae Hyun and Super Junior's leader, Leeteuk's birthday! The last birthday that will be celebrated this month is Kim Woo Bin's, but that isn't until the 16th, so I don't have to worry about it at the moment. Anyway, Happy Birthday you two!

News Articles #13: June 8, 2015 - BtoB's Comeback in Late June; Kim Woo Bin and Kim So Hyun to Model for Domino's Pizza; "High Society" Stills + "We Got Married" Bad Ratings

BtoB to Have a Comeback in Late June

The group has announced that they will be coming back with their first full-album in late June, and that they have confirmed their title track. It is being reported that the group will be going through a transformation, and will show a completely different side to them with this coming comeback. Their latest album was the winter special album Winter's Tale in December of last year. Since then, they have had a successful debut in Japan, selling over 100,000 albums.

Happy Birthday, Park Yoo Chun and Kim So Hyun!

I've actually made an effort to look up all my favourite celebrities birthdays so that when they approach, I can actually make a post on the right day. Anyway, I first discovered Park Yoo Chun when he was filming the popular The Girl Who Sees Smells, and I've also recently found and loved Kim So Hyun who plays Go Eun Byul and Lee Eun Bi in Who Are You: School 2015. I can't believe she is only 16, and four months older than me. She looks about 18, and so mature! Anyways, Happy Birthday you two, love you both!

News Articles #12: June 3, 2015 - "School" Series' Male Lead Chemistry; SHINee Sings Duet for "Who Are You" OST; "We Got Married" Announced New Couple with Yook Sung Jae + Shin Se Kyung Confirmed for New Drama

"School" Series' Have Different Chemistry Between Male Leads

The chemistry between Yook Sung Jae and Nam Joo Hyuk of KBS 2TV's Who Are You: School 2015 is quite different from the tight bromance between Kim Woo Bin and Lee Jong Suk in School 2013. A key part to School 2013 was the strong bond between Lee Jong Suk and Kim Woo Bin. Though the two drift apart due to a painful past, they were able to resolve their misunderstandings and became tighter than ever. On the other hand, the tension between Nam Joo Hyuk and Yook Sung Jae on School 2015 is keeping viewers of their toes. The competition of the two very different characters is growing by each episode.

Lee Jong Suk and Yook Sung Jae's Dreamy MVs

Lee Jong Suk in "My Valentine" MV

On May 15, the music video for the song My Valentine, by Jung Yeop of Brown Eyed Soul, was unveiled. The music video stars model-actor Lee Jong Suk in a one-man act. IN the video, Lee Jong Suk can be seen preparing himself for a special date with his "valentine," as he tries on a variety of outfits, and even writes up a letter addresses to his date on an old-fashioned typewriter. These scenes match perfectly with the sweet lyrics of the song, which Jung Yeop previously explained he wrote while imagining a date with a special someone.

News Articles #11: May 24, 2015 - Yook Sung Jae's Gift From Fans + Adorable Behind-the-Scenes Cuts

Yook Sung Jae's Fans Send a Churro Food Truck to "Who Are You" Set

On May 21, the idol thanked his thoughtful fans with a cute snapshot through BtoB's official Twitter. The caption says, "Shouldn't we have at least one person to do it? One person to get the snacks, I mean. Can I be responsible for that? #Youcan, #youdefinitelycan, #doeverythingyouwant. Melody's sent churros and ice creams to the set of Who Are You: School 2015! Here's a proof of Sung Jae with his churro and ice cream set." With a huge smile, Yook Sung Jae is seen posing with a tasty churro and some sweet vanilla ice cream. In the second picture, he appears to have enjoyed a spoonful of the ice cream, teasing fans with his adorable lips.

News Article #10: May 20, 2015 - Lee Jong Suk Reveals Passion for Acting and Future Goals with Allure's Recent Photoshoot

Lee Jong Suk's summary pictorial for Allure Korea was recently revealed. It was relayed that during the shoot, Lee Jong Suk constantly impressed the staff with his transformations from an innocent young man to a charismatic actor. When asked about acting, he revealed his passion for acting, saying, "When I'm filming, it's very hard, but when I watch the broadcast I feel strangely cathartic. I kind of have a boring life, but in dramas, I become someone else and I can spend a meaningful day. I think I get second-hand satisfaction from that."