Tanya Takeover continues! Here is what’s new in the world of K-Pop this week!
Hallyu Zombie Drama Review: Bride of the Century Episodes 9-10 (2/2)
Shai: This week was rather eventful with the truth coming out about the curse and all. What did you think about that?
Tanya: I am happy it actually ended up being a test, but that makes you think of the level of crazy that these women have to be every time the first wife has actually died. That means there is so much underlying evil in the people surrounding that family that it is pretty astounding. I am appreciative that Kang Ju came back around, but how is Doo Rim going to tell him the truth?
TUNE OF THE WEEK: Boyfriend “My Avatar” & Super Junior M “Swing”
I’ve taken over ZombieMamma this week and that includes the Tune of the Week. However since it’s not my site, and I like to be a rebel, I’m breaking the rules…. I am bringing you two tunes because I really could not pick just one. Also, while both groups are essentially Korean, these singles are not. Boyfriend is extremely active in Japan and “My Avatar” is their newest Japanese single. Super Junior is a large group based in Korea, but that little ‘M’ attached to the end means it is their Mandarin subgroup, and thus “Swing” was released in China. Continue reading “TUNE OF THE WEEK: Boyfriend “My Avatar” & Super Junior M “Swing””
Hallyu Zombie Drama Review: Bride of the Century Episodes 9-10 (1/2)
Doo Rim and Kang Ju were in the middle of the worst break up at the beginning of this week’s episodes. Doo Rim is still determined to be with Kang Ju, but he doesn’t want to lose her and resists at every turn. Doo Rim ends up going to Yi Kyung’s mother, Ma Jae Ran, asking that if she can change Kang Ju’s mind about marriage can she be the one to actually stay with Kang Ju. The deal is struck as both sides agree. Continue reading “Hallyu Zombie Drama Review: Bride of the Century Episodes 9-10 (1/2)”
Hallyu Zombie Drama Review: Emergency Couple Episodes 16-17 (3/3)
Tanya: The big hitter this week was the passing of Chang Min’s father, of course. What do you think about how he and his mother handled all of that? I was actually impressed with his mom for not attacking Jin Hee and showing some sort of respect when she and her mother came to the wake.
Karen: I think Chang Min’s family was put in a tough situation. I’m surprised at how well they tried to cope with the terrible news. One thing that I couldn’t understand was why they kept pushing Oh Jin Hee out of their lives at this point. She offered them support, but they didn’t seem to appreciate that because of their past relationships.
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Hallyu Zombie Drama Review: Emergency Couple Episodes 16-17 (2/3)
This week’s Emergency Couple was all about personal struggle. The biggest shock of all was the passing of Tae Suk, Chang Min’s father. After silently battling his illness, he finally succumbed to complications.
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Hallyu Zombie Drama Review: Emergency Couple Episodes 14-15 (1/4)
While there was some annoyance and some feels, I think the only thing I can really say about this week’s episodes is “FINALLY!” I am so excited so many things happened and they can all be summed up with that one exclamation, so let’s jump to it!
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HALLYU ZOMBIE DRAMA REVIEW: Bride of the Century Episodes 3-4 (1/2)
This show is starting to become extremely compelling. The mystery and the unexpected comedy balance everything to make a great show. And the kissing… we can’t forget the kissing! Continue reading “HALLYU ZOMBIE DRAMA REVIEW: Bride of the Century Episodes 3-4 (1/2)”
Showcase Coverage: Do You Know Boyfriend?
In anticipation of Boyfriend’s first U.S. showcase in Chicago, IL and Dallas, TX next week, I wanted to see just how much everyone knows about the group and help those who are not all that familiar. The group performs and releases albums in both Korea and Japan, so taking that into account, here are the group basics:
Group Name: Boyfriend
Number of Members: 6
Country: Korea
Formed in: 2011
Label: Starship Entertainment
Current Korean Release: I Yah (Janus repackaged, 2013)
Current Japanese Release: Seventh Mission (2013)
Studio albums: 2
Singles available: 10
And, of course, some information on the boys that make up this talented group:
Name: Kim Dong Hyun (김동현), ドンヒョン (Donhyon)
Position: Leader/ Vocalist
Birthday: Febuary 12th, 1989
Blood Type: A
Height: 178CM
Name: Shim Hyunseong (심현성), ヒョンソン (Hyonson)
Position: Main Vocalist
Birthday: June 9, 1993
Blood Type: B
Height: 178 CM
Name: Lee Jeongmin (이정민), ジョンミン (Jonmin)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: January 2, 1994
Blood Type: B
Height: 173CM
Name: Jo Youngmin (조영민), ヨンミン (Yonmin)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: April 24, 1995
Blood Type: A
Height: 180CM
Name: Jo Kwangmin (조광민), グァンミン (Guanmin)
Position: Rapper
Birthday: April 24, 1995
Blood Type: A
Height: 180CM
Name: No Minwoo (노민우), ミンウ (Minu/Minwoo)
Position: Rap, Lead Dance, Maknae
Birthday: July 31, 1995
Blood Type: A
Height: 174CM
I personally cannot wait to see them perform in Chicago on March 11th! Don’t they look so handsome in the photos? Especially the ones on the right… Well, Leah and I liked them so much we got ours hands on that entire photocard set and we are including them in our Boyfriend Giveaway! Want to enter? You can find more that details right HERE.
Join us later this week for more information on Boyfriend! And don’t forget next week there will be live coverage of their Chicago Showcase via Twitter (@Hallyu_Tanya & @TheZombieMamma) as well as our review of the show!
HALLYU ZOMBIE DRAMA REVIEW: Emergency Couple Episodes 10-11 (3/4)
Karen and Zombie Mamma have covered a lot of this week’s episodes! Chang Min is starting to grow on me too as he becomes less pompous and runs with his jealousy/confusion thing. He has decided to go all in and just follow the course where ever it take him. I admire that. The more he shows that he still cares, the better the chances he will have with Jin Hee in the end.
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