Author: Denise Coley

Red Velvet’s Wendy has a long road to recovery ahead after sustaining severe injuries following a fall at the SBS Gayo Daejeon rehearsals. “During rehearsals for her individual performance for 2019 SBS Gayo Daejeon, Wendy fell from the stage and sustained injuries,” an SM Entertainment representative said. According to Dispatch, a staff member stated Wendy rehearsed at 11am KST. As scripted, she was supposed to go downstairs to a second-floor tunnel, but the stairs were not in place, causing her to fall down the stage. “Wendy climbed the second-floor tunnel and prepared to walk down the stairs as prepared but…

Spooky season is long over, but that won’t stop us from giving you a list of frightening K-Dramas you should check out. Whether you want to have a spooky sleepover with your friends, feel an adrenalin rush just because, have a reason to cuddle up to your significant other, or if you are just one of those watching-horror-home-alone creeps, we got your back. From ghost stories and takes on popular horror classics to psychological thrillers, the K-Drama industry has it all. Here is the list of a few of our top picks. Ghost/Demon stories A few dramas with those…

In October 2019, rookie group Ab6ix announced they would embark on their first world tour. On December 20, the dates and locations were finally revealed. The 6ixense world tour kicked off November 9 in Seoul, South Korea. The European leg begins February 21, 2020 in Berlin, then moves to Paris, London, and Amsterdam before landing in Tokyo to begin the Asian portion. From April 15 to April 30, Ab6ix will visit the United States for a seven-city tour. February 21, 2020 Berlin, Germany February 23, 2020 Paris, France February 26, 2020 London, England February 28, 2020 Amsterdam, Netherlands…

*Thank you for your time. Please introduce yourself for our readers. Hello, everyone. I’m Moon Hye-min, a racing driver. *We’re aware that you’ve always liked cars, but how did you become a racing driver? That’s right. I’ve always been a lover of cars and when the chance came, I took it up immediately. *What was your parents’ reaction when you chose this career? At first, they were worried because it seemed like a really dangerous job. But when they came to know that safety measures are always taken and everything is kept to ensure the drivers’ safety, they became my supporters.…

Here is your K-Pop Top 30 for November 2019! Thank you for taking the time to vote for your November Top 30 tracks. You voted well this month, and we appreciate your efforts! Stay tuned for the winners of the K-Pop Awards coming soon! *All clips are well under 20 seconds and applicable under Fair Use. Kcrush does not profit off these videos. #Hyuna #Leo #Ravi #GIdle #AOA #Suran #MCMONG #Got7 #Luri #Bol4 #Wh3n #BVNDT #Sungmin #SuperJunior #Up10tion #IU #RedVelvet #Zico #EXO #Nari #WA$$up #Jukjae #Kpop #KoreanPop

Everybody who loves K-Pop knows who Girls’ Generation are – they are called the Nation’s Girlgroup for a reason. Legendary hit singles such as, “Into The New World”, “Gee” – according to Melon, it’s considered as the “Song of The Decade” – “Genie”, “Oh!”, “Run Devil Run”, “Hoot”, “The Boys”, “I Got A Boy”, “Mr.Mr.”, “Party”, “Lion Heart”, among others. Highest-grossing tours with sold-out shows in almost every Asian country. In 2012, they were the biggest selling artist in South Korea, generating over 30 million digital singles and 4.4 million albums. By 2016, they were the first K-Pop act…

Hello? Thank you for your time. Please introduce yourselves to our readers. Jeongseok Moon: Hi, I am Jeongseok Moon. I am a trickster at Gruejarm Production’s SNAP performances. C.S Choi: Hello, I am C.S Choi, and I am trickster at SNAP. Yeongmin Lee: My name is Yeongmin Lee and I am a trickster at SNAP’s performances. Ted Kim: I’m Ted Kim (Taewon Kim), a magician with a role of a dreamer in SNAP.   Tell us how you all chose your current jobs? Jeongseok Moon: I watched a magician perform on TV when I was little, so that’s how started learning…

Grace Sooyoon Lee is the Founder and CEO of The Dallant – an online store curated for females seeking a fresh alternative to the mainstream fast-fashion retailers. The Dallant brings you pieces from local independent designers in South Korea, who provide trend conscious and affordable clothing with high quality. We would like to express a big thank you to Ms. Lee for providing us with a great interview!   Hello, please introduce yourself to our readers please. Hello! I’m Grace Sooyoon Lee and I’m the Founder & CEO of The Dallant, an online store for Korean Fashion trends. I’m a…

On December 13, 2019, FNC Entertainment announced that rookie girl group Cherry Bullet will now promote as a seven-member group as Kokoro, LinLin, and Mirae have departed the group and company. FNC Entertainment released a statement with the news. Hello, this is FNC Entertainment. Our artists Cherry Bullet will henceforth be continuing on as a seven-member group. After speaking with Mirae, Kokoro, and LinLin, we have come to the decision to end their activities as Cherry Bullet and terminate their exclusive contracts. It is with a heavy heart that we bring this sudden news to all fans who have cared for…

If you’re a fan of BewhY, then you’re in for a treat starting January 2020! The rising rap star will embark on his second North American tour following the release of his The Movie Star album. He previously toured the U.S in 2017 during his The Blind Star Tour. BewhY, who is known for his appearances on Show Me the Money 4 and Show me the Money 5—where he was eventually crowned the winner—is an award-winning rapper. In 2016, he won a “Top Ten Artist” award at the Melon Music Awards, and he earned the “Best Rap Performance” award…

With 2019 coming to its end, we are leaving behind all of the great dramas of the year, in light of welcoming everything 2020 has to offer. And in case of K-dramas, it sure does offer a lot. Read along for a few of the 2020 projects you should definitely look forward to. From new blood to Webtoon adaptations and sequels, this list has something for everyone. New Dramas The game: Towards Midnight Genre: Mystery, Melodrama, Investigation Air date: First half of 2020 This upcoming MBS drama will have all of us mystery geeks excited. 2PM’s Taecyeon is…

The YouTube channel Garo Sero Institute talked with another alleged victim claiming 51-year-old singer, Kim Gun-Mo, assaulted her while she was a bar manager. Previously on the show, a woman came forward and stated Kim Gun-Mo sexually assaulted her. On December 10, 2019, Garo Sero Institute hosts, lawyer Kang Yong-Suk and former reporter Kim Yong-Ho, sat down with the second alleged victim as she discussed what happened with Kim Gun-Mo. According to the second woman, her assault took place on January 10, 2007. At that time, the woman stated she was a manager at an adult entertainment establishment. With…

Chie Izuno works full time at an office Branch. Though she’s 30, she’s very young at heart and kind of innocent. She tries hard to go into the dating field but finds herself struggling due to her weight and self-esteem issues. She meets up with one of the company’s investors, Jin Harada, a super sucessful and young business man. However Jin has a severe lack of social skills. Chie strives to make a deal with Jin in order to aide her in her goal to lose weight and gain confidence, she tells Jin she can help him with his own…

Popular veteran singer, Kim Gun-Mo, 51, has been accused of sexual assault. As shared on the YouTube channel Garo Sero Institute, lawyer Kang Yong Suk and former reporter Kim Yong Ho stated that an anonymous woman came forward with allegations that Kim Gun-Mo assaulted her and forced her to perform oral sex at a Seoul-area entertainment bar. There are conflicting reports regarding if the bar is owned by Kim Gun-Mo or if it is an establishment not related to him. “Kim Gun Mo arrived alone at 1AM in a Batman t-shirt. He didn’t drink liquor but ordered soju to drink.…

Sportsmanship was on full display during the 2019 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games)! During the surfing competition December 6, 2019, the men’s longboard surfing semifinals took place at Monaliza Point, La Union in northern Philippines. While the competition took place, Typhoon Kammuri (Tisoy) made seas choppy, adding an extra layer of difficulty to the competition. During a one-on-one race with Indonesian surfer Arip Nurhidayat, fellow surfer Roger Casugay—who represents the Philippines—put personal glory aside to help his competition when Nurhidayat’s ankle leash broke, causing Nurhidayat to be swept into the waves. Casugay saw what happened, paddled back to Nurhidayat, and…

Is there trouble brewing between Pentagon’s Chinese member Yan An and Cube Entertainment? Some Universe (Pentagon’s fandom name) seem worried. Yan An, who is currently taking a break from activities due to unspecified health reasons, took to his Weibo account to express frustrations with Cube Entertainment and his desire to get back to work. As translated by @tinyjojin on Twitter, the post reads: I care very much about the unis who have always supported me and my team. Having your company has always been my motivation. You bring me happiness, so I also hope to return more happiness and…

Fans of Kang Daniel expressed concern after the rookie star posted alarming messages on social media recently. Since then, Kang’s independent label, Konnect Entertainment, announced that the 22-year-old will be taking a break from activities to take care of his mental health. On December 3, 2019, Kang, 22, posted messages on his fan café that caused worry among his fans. In them, he asked for someone to “please save” him while sharing that he, his family, and fans have been receiving hate and ridicule since his time in Wanna One. He continues by asking why it’s a crime for fans…

In 2020, the JYP Entertainment male group will embark on their first-ever world tour!  Opportunities to see Stray Kids in concert are coming to U.S. cities near you! The “District 9: Unlock” tour’s U.S. leg will kick off in January 2020 and will stop at eight cities. January 29, 2020 New York, NY Hulu Theater Tickets TBA January 31, 2020 Atlanta, GA Fox Theatre Tickets TBA February 2, 2020 Dallas, TX The Theatre at Grand Prairie Tickets TBA February 5, 2020 Chicago, IL Rosemont Theatre Tickets TBA February 7, 2020 Miami, FL Watsco Center Tickets TBA February 9,…

On December 2, 2019, former singers Jung Joon-Young and Choi Jonghun (FTIsland) received their sentences for gang rape and the distribution of molka. Since the announcement, both Jung and Choi, through their legal representatives, filed to have their sentences appealed. On December 4, 2019, Choi submitted his appeal to the Seoul Central District Court. He was originally sentenced to five years in prison, 80 hours of sexual violence rehabilitation, and employment restrictions that prevent him from working with minors. Then, on December 5, 2019, Jung also submitted his appeal. He originally received a six-year prison sentence and 80 hours…

On December 4, 2019, news circulated that MYNAME disbanded after eight years together. “We would like to sincerely thank the fans for showing their love and support for such a long time. We have ended activities as the group MYNAME, but we will continue to fully support the members as they strive to achieve greater growth in their respective fields,” H2 Media said. The quintet, which is known for the tracks “Message” and “Baby, I’m Sorry” have been active in Korea and Japan, but it is in Japan where they’ve experienced the most success.  As they are still active…