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Something in the Rain: A Review
Looking for a noona-dongsaeng drama packed with passion, romance, and a small dose of crazy!? Well… this drama might be for you! Something in the Rain a.k.a. Pretty Noona Who Buys Me Food revolves around the lives of Jin Ah and Joon Hee. Jin Ah is in her 30’s, working for a coffee company while… Read more
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Light Up The Night with Jinro Light
Article By Trisha Inocencio HiteJinro Co. Ltd., the company that brought us the number one selling spirit brand in the world, Jinro, introduced its newest product, Jinro Light to the press last June 28, 2018 at Cove Manila. Jinro Light is the first light soju in the world that has a lower alcohol content… Read more
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Party nights just got wilder; what you missed at Seungri’s gig in Cove Manila
It’s not the first time of Bigbang’s maknae Seungri in the Philippines, not even his time first clubbing in Manila. Yet, all his visits and events in Manila including the recent one last June 2 in Cove Manila are unforgettable on its own unique ways. Here’s what you missed during that night’s happenings: DJ Glory… Read more
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First Korean Architectural Film Festival kicks off Manila
By Mikhaela Javier A collaboration between Korean Cultural Center (KCC), Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and Seoul International Architecture Film Festival, the first ever Korean Architectural Film Festival kicked off last June 1-3 at Cinematheque Center Manila. Series of Korean and Filipino architectural documentaries were prepared for screening and forums wherein the audience… Read more
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A Korean Odyssey (Hwayugi): A Review
By: Trisha Inocencio Hwayugi a.k.a A Korean Odyssey is a fantasy series packed with a lot of humor and “learnings”. What a great combination, right? A Korean Odyssey is also Lee Seungi‘s “comeback” drama after what every South Korean man has to face, their mandatory military service. Aside from him, this drama has a star… Read more
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Say Hi to Summer and Hello to Hallyuniverse 5
Article By Angelique Gonzales Photos by Adcel Faurillo Summer is definitely here and HallyUP sure knows a way how to enjoy the scorching heat as they present Hallyuniverse 5: Tropical Paradise. Last May 5, 2018, KPOP fans gathered in the UP Sunken Garden for 5 hours of lively music, dynamic performances and exciting games. This… Read more
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Eight Ladies, One Crown. Who will be Miss Korea Philippines 2018?
Article by: Trisha Inocencio As you all know, candidates for beauty pageants should be beautiful and smart. But, Miss Korea Philippines’ candidates are way beyond that. Aside from those traits, these lovely ladies emanate charisma, confidence, grace, and poise. During the Q&A portion of the press briefing held last April 28 at the ballroom… Read more
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“Smile”, Jung Hae In is coming to Manila this June!
CDM Entertainment and FNC Entertainment, in partnership with Max Experience, just granted the ultimate dream of Jung Hae In’s Pinoy fans! Jung Hae In ‘Smile’ Fan Meeting in Manila will be held on June 30, 2018, 6 PM, at the KIA Theatre. Ticket prices and fan benefits are: MVP PASS P7,800.00 (with group photo, high touch, and event… Read more
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A Korean Odyssey: Series Highlight Video
Oh Yeon-seo and Lee Seung-Gi in A Korean Odyssey. Photo courtesy of Netflix Fantasy, romance, comedy, drama, adventure ⎼ A Korean Odyssey has all the elements we love in Korean shows. If you haven’t seen it yet, here’s a series highlight video (MOV | MP4) to convince you to get started! A Korean Odyssey, a… Read more
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Netflix debuts new teaser for K-variety BUSTED!
Image courtesy of Netflix. From top K-variety producers Cho Hyo-jin, Chang Hyuk-jae, and Kim Joo-hyung (Running Man, X-Man, and Family Outing), BUSTED! is a new Netflix Original produced in Korea. In the K-variety series, 7 bumbling detectives set out to solve a fun-packed mystery in each episode. Watch the teaser HERE for a sneak peek!… Read more
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Netflix releases key art for BUSTED!
Netflix has revealed its first key art for Busted!, a new Netflix Original K-variety, which will be released globally to Netflix members on May 4. In the key art, the 7 bumbling detectives all show surprise and shock in their own way over a mysterious person lying down on the floor, showing a preview of… Read more
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Up Close and Personal with Lee Jeong Min
Article and Interview by: Trisha Inocencio and Marai Claudel Interview Transcript: Marai Claudel Photographer: Adcel Faurillo With undeniable boy next door looks and great athletic capabilities, Ian (his english name) is set to melt the hearts of not just the Pinay football fans but K-Fangirls as well, with his shy personality and tall physique, fangirls… Read more
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White Tree Korean Premium Cafe
My White Tree Experience by Stephanie Ellao For those of you who are looking for a place to chill, study, or catch up with family and friends, I highly recommend White Tree Cafe. The cafe has comfy tables and chairs, adequate power sockets, free wifi connection, and a classy ambiance that will surely give you an… Read more
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Luce Celestiale: Under the Seven Stars
A DAY WITH BTS THROUGH THE LENSES By Maria Izzabelle Chavez Read more
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