kdrama and kpop

Happy new year!!!!

by I under

KdramaQueen wishes everyone a happy new year with full of luck, money and love!! I just got back from seeing the fireworks it's outer galactic freaking freezing outside and me and friends walked outside to see 10 minutes of fireworks. Was it worth it?Yess ^__^.I had so many layers on so i was sweating instead of freezing instead.

Jung Ryeo Won Too skinny?

by I under Jeong Ryo Won

Jung Ryeo Won has lost a lot of weight recently and you can clearly see that her legs look like chicken sticks now.Someone please feed this girl?At least her remarkable style didn't change!

You Are My Destiny Ost

by I under Drama Ost

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01. 그대가 좋아! - Yang Sun Mi
02. Happy Happy - Yuri
03. 돌아가자 - Lee Hyun
04. 그대만이 - Choon Ja
05. Only In Dream
06. 난 행복해? - Rae Joon feat. Choon Ja
07. A Piece Of Cake
08. 어느 멋진 날
09. Happy Happy (GT Ver.)
10. Who Is Who?
11. 얼마나 ? - Lee Pil Mo
12. 그대가 좋아 (Humming Ver.)
13. Too Faraway

Celebrity's Sweetheart OST

by I under Drama Ost

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Glass Castle - City Of Glass OST

by I under Drama Ost

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01 넌 멋지잖아 - 김미희
02 독백 - 태원
03 마지막 바램 - 태원
04 사랑지우개 - 노영채
05 블루 - 장석현
06 독백 - 이지영

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General Hospital 2 Ost

by I under Drama Ost

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01 인사 - AND

02 욕심 (Instrumental)

03 송가 - 정결

04 내게로 오는 길 - 거미

05 Choas (Instrumental)

06 인사 (Instrumental)

07 너 밖에 모르고 (Piano Version) - 나원주

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“East of Eden” in Trouble?

by I under East Of Eden, Lee Da Hae, Song Seung Heon

Mega drama “East of Eden” seems to be experiencing some internal troubles, as its star Song Seung-heon skipped Wednesday’s reading without any advance notice. The cast of “East of Eden” has held reading sessions every Wednesday.

Some speculate that Song’s absence had to do with the recent bow-out of Lee Da-hye, a female costar. Lee decided to quit the show because, unlike in the original synopsis, her character’s importance in the show was greatly reduced. Consequently, actors and actresses who played Lee’s parents and associates are also likely to be dropped from the show.

The spectacular drama was famous for its star-studded cast featuring Song, Han Ji-hye, Yeon Jeong-hoon, Lee Yeon-hee, and Lee Da-hye, as well as its complicated plot involving babies switched at birth, family rivalry, revenge, and, of course, star-crossed lovers. However, the show recently faced some troubles with ridiculous plot development and late scripts. Some actors voiced their complaints when the show’s main writer came to the reading on Wednesday and the confrontation apparently ended up in a shouting match. The future of this ambitious show is at peril and so is the prospect for its overseas sales.

Source: KBS World

http://world.kbs.co.kr/english/entertainme...ail.htm?No=8837

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Nooooooo, Lee Da Hae can't quit >__< I thought SSH and her would be paired up together but bleeh, i don't feel the chemistry between her and Dong Gook. What will happen to EOE now??

Kim Ha-neul in first action film

by I under Kim Ha Neul

Actress Kim Ha-neul has said that she is excited about trying her hand at playing an action character. She has been cast in the upcoming film "My Girlfriend is an Agent".

The spy comedy is directed by Sin Tae-ra and the male lead is played by Kang Ji-hwan. The story is about two secret agents who fall in love while hiding their profession from each other. The film is scheduled for a 2009 release.

Kim Ha-neul was in cinemas earlier this year with the melodrama "Lovers of 6 Years" and starred in the popular comedy "My Tutor Friend" alongside Kwon Sang-woo. Kang Ji-hwan has ample experience with action scenes after his fight scenes with So Ji-sub in "Rough Cut". Sin Tae-ra directed last year's praised "Black House".

Credits: Yi Ch'ang-ho (KOFIC), image from empas.com

Discovery Channel's "Seoul Documentary" Features Rain, Lee Byung-heon

by I under Lee Byeong Heon, Rain

The "Discovery Channel," a documentary TV channel, is to broadcast a program about Seoul and its residents.

The Seoul metropolitan government said the production crew from the Discovery Channel had visited Korea recently to film a documentary about top Korean stars Lee Byung-heon and Rain against the backdrop of the Han River, Mount Namsan and the Myeong-dong and Hongik University areas. The program tells how the two have risen to stardom and gained recognition worldwide.

Entitled "Hip Korea," the program consists of two 45-minute parts. The one entitled "Seoul Vibes" introduces Rain, while the other one, entitled "Seoul Savvy," is about Lee Byung-heon.

The part about Rain shows the Hongik University, Cheongdam-dong and Chyeonggye Stream areas to introduce the dynamic side of Seoul, while the part about Lee shows Apgujeong-dong, Insa-dong and Samcheong-dong to introduce the serene and romantic side of Korea's capital city.

The show will air in Australia and New Zealand in January, in Southeast Asia in February and in Europe in May. A government official said the program is expected to improve Seoul's image by showing off the city's unique charms on the Discovery Channel.

Source: KBS Global

http://english.kbs.co.kr/entertainment/new...2379_28572.html

John Woo to Present Oriental Titanic in "1949"

by I under Song Hye Kyo

Song Hye-kyo [File Photo: sina.com.cn]

Director John Woo plans to turn his new film '1949' into an 'oriental Titanic', cast member Mark Cheng has revealed.

The big-budget romantic epic is set on a cruise liner, which John Woo is spending a huge amount of money on to make more luxurious than the Titanic, Cheng said during an interview with the 'Shanghai Youth Daily'.

"The gigantic cruiser is equipped with all the facilities you could ever want. The director wants it to look dignified and at the same time vintage," he said.

The movie tells the love, life and death stories of three pairs of lovers. Actors Chen Chang, Patrick Tam and Mark Cheng have been cast as the male leads. Kungfu star Michelle Yeoh, and South Korean actress Song Hye-kyo will play two of the female leading roles, with the last one still to be decided.

Cheng will play opposite Michelle Yeoh.

The scheduled filming date has been postponed for half a year due to preparation of the movie sets. Hopefully lensing will start in June 2009, actor Patrick Tam has said earlier.

Source: CRIENGLISH.com

http://english.cri.cn/6666/2008/12/23/1221s435823.htm

[YEAR-END REVIEW (5) DRAMA] Drama market gets globalized, theme-driven

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December 25, 2008

With the new year less than a week away, the drama market merits a moment of reflection. The year 2008 proved to be a trying time for Korean dramas.

Pummeled by an economic crisis and competition from hit American and Japanese series, the domestic market cut down on the number of miniseries it aired in November. Yet despite cutbacks, a few stellar pieces stood out this year that, along with a dramatic increase in theme-driven dramas, softened the blow.

Here is a recap of the highs and lows of 2008, along with a glimpse into 2009.

Drama Recession

Around November, KBS, MBC and SBS responded to the economic downturn by slashing their drama budget. KBS discontinued their 7:40 p.m. daily KBS 2 TV dramas, MBC their special weekend dramas and SBS their Friday premium dramas as part of their autumn program reforms.

Various factors contributed to the reduction, including an increase in wages for celebrities and screenwriters, which upped production costs, along with a decrease in advertising.

All three major broadcasting networks are also tightening their 2009 drama budgets and looking for ways to bring down production costs. This includes employing rookie actors and cutting back on overseas filming.

Production companies were also hit hard by the crisis, posting deficits for 2008. JS Pictures, the production company behind SBS' popular series "Sikgaek," was in the red, according to a representative of the company.

On Air SBS/New Heart MBC/Beethoven Virus MBC/East of Eden MBC

"Actors' wages may have been one of the causes for the deficit," a JS Pictures representative explained. "There are a lot of plans for dramas right now, but everyone is hesitant to start production. Everyone is in a bit of a slump."

Chorokbaem Media, the production company behind SBS' hit drama "Iljimae," also posted a deficit, stated a representative. "Accounting-wise we were in the red this year," explained the Chorokbaem Media representative.

"But that was because of last year's 'Lobbyist.' Dramas that aired this year like 'Iljimae' and KBS' 'The Land of the Wind' have been profitable thus far," he added, maintaining a positive outlook for 2009.

For state-run broadcaster KBS, however, a change in chiefs may make 2009 a rocky year. On Aug. 26, President Lee Myung-bak appointed Lee Byung-soon the new chief of KBS, following the dismissal of former KBS chief Jung Yun-joo.

The Best and the Chic

Despite the economic crisis, 2008 proved to be an exciting year for the drama market. A movement towards theme-driven miniseries steered the herd away from the classic melodramatic formula. Broadcaster SBS led the trend with "On Air," "Sikgaek," "Tazza," "The Painter of Wind" and their brand new "Terroir."

The gamble proved to be a success for the drama-about-a-drama "On Air" and the gourmet series "Sikgaek." MBC's medical series "New Heart" and its musically-inclined "Beethoven Virus" also struck gold, serving as testimony to the newfound popularity of themed dramas.

MBC's sweeping 50-episode epic "East of Eden" and their historical "Isan," however, highlighted the continuing power of the tried-and-tested. And SBS' hit "Iljimae" walked the middle road with its modern take on historical romance.

Yet, one stellar drama served as a beacon of hope for the future of Korean dramas. Though it failed to garner high viewer ratings, KBS' "Worlds Within" sported all the trappings of a top notch work: a supremely talented cast, director and scriptwriter.

Like "On Air," "Worlds Within" was a miniseries that explored the drama-making process and employed the star power of a high profile cast, but the chemistry between celebrities Song Hye-kyo and Hyun Bin turned the series into a poignant and riveting tale, while skilled supporting actors -- Uhm Ki-joon, Bae Jong-ok and Kim Yeo-jin -- added depth and color.

But it was the collaborative fireworks produced by directing and writing duo Pyo Min-soo and Noh Hee-kyung that took "Worlds Within" to the next level. "Full House" director Pyo utilized savvy collaged cuts of various scenes on a black background to show characters in different locations from various points-of-view simultaneously, while "Goodbye Solo" screenwriter Noh Hee-kyung spiced up her dialogue with the harsh and pulpy talk of the gritty drama production room, while exercising just the right amount of control in the area of romance and friendship.

Dramas of 2009

Female warriors and old romances will be lighting up the small screen in 2009. KBS' "Iron Empress" and SBS' "Ja Myung Go" will be turning the spotlight on the female fighter, while MBC's "I Love You" and KBS' "Again My Love" will explore relationships between the elderly and the middle-aged.

Production company Group Eight looks set to mix things up with their upcoming "Tamna is the Island." Set in 17th century Jeju Island, the plot revolves around a girl diver, a British native and an aristocrat. Add to that four writers and the use of a French actor for an entirely new take on historical romance.

Media entertainment group On-Media will be upping the ante by starting a channel devoted to American dramas. On-Media's new channel, OCN Series, will bring in hit shows like CSI, Desperate Housewives and Sex and the City. The channel goes on air on Jan. 1.

By Jean Oh (oh_jean@heraldm.com)

http://www.koreaherald.co.kr/NEWKHSITE/dat...00812260022.asp