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LEADERS: The Leader in Skin Science
Article By: Stephanie Ellao Edited By: Trisha Inocencio LEADERS, one of Korea’s leading skin care brands is finally making itself known in the Philippines with their grand launch at The Block Atrium, SM North Edsa last August 23, 2018. The question that you may have right now is, what exactly is the difference between the… Read more
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Yook Sung Jae Brought Paradise to Manila
Article By: Marai Claudel and Trisha Inocencio BTOB’s maknae and vocalist, and one of Goblin‘s talented actors, Yook Sung Jae, held his first solo fan meeting entitled Paradise in Manila last July 13, 2018 at the ABS-CBN Vertis Tent. Here’s what happened during Yook Sung Jae’s first solo fan meeting in Manila… Loving the Filipino Language… Read more
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Say Hello to the Newest K-Idols in Town with Viu and Globe’s Hello K-Idol!
By Trisha Inocencio Last July 13, 2018, a press conference for Viu and Globe’s original reality show, Hello K-Idol, was launched at ABS-CBN Vertis Tent. The gorgeous Country Manager of Viu Philippines, Ms. Arianne Kader-Cu, and Globe Studios’ highly competent Head, Quark Henares, excitingly shared details for Viu’s very first original reality show, Hello K-Idol.… Read more
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|PRESS RELEASE| Hello K-Idol
Viu and Globe co-produce the new Viu Original Reality Show Hello K-Idol in the Philippines together with Ayala Malls and marketing exclusive content on Facebook, there powerhouses are paving the way for the golden age of K-Pop in the Philippines. MANILA PHILIPINES, July 13, 2018 – Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service by PCCW Media… Read more
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An Afternoon with Jinho Bae and his Baecons
Article by Marai Claudel Photos by Adcel Faurillo Edited by Trisha Inocencio Jinho Bae, a rising South Korean singer and YouTuber based in the Philippines, spent an afternoon with Baecons (his fans) last July 1, 2018 at the D-Cup Coffee Republic. Excited Baecons who arrived early at the venue, greeted Jinho warmly as soon… Read more
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Jinro Light: Lighting Up The Night
By Trisha Inocencio Thanks to the Hallyu wave, the world’s best selling spirit is making waves here in the Philippines! HiteJinro Co., Ltd., the company responsible for the famous Jinro, Chamisul, and Chamisul flavored Grapefruit has launched its new liquor, Jinro Light exclusively in the Philippines. Compared to Jinro which has 24% alcohol content, Jinro… Read more
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Netflix Brings ‘Mr.Sunshine’ to the World
Netflix, Inc., the world’s leading entertainment service, announced it has licensed the new Korean original drama Mr. Sunshine, a 24-episode series from the creators of the global hit series Descendants of the Sun, to premiere on Netflix around the world. Mr. Sunshine, written by Kim Eun-sook and directed by Lee Eung-bok, premiered exclusively on Netflix… Read more
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BTOB’s Yook Sung Jae Will Take You to Paradise on His Fan Meet
By: Marai Claudel Friday the 13th is going to be a lucky day for Philippine Melodies as BTOB’s vocalist, Yook Sung Jae, will be meeting his fans for his first solo fan meet entitled 2018 Yook Sung Jae Fan Meeting in Manila “PARADISE” on July 13, 2018, 5:00PM at the ABS-CBN Vertis Tent Melodies (BTOB’s… Read more
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Everything About Super Show 7
By Stephanie Ellao Five years of waiting has doubled, even tripled the excitement of ELFs (Super Junior fandom name), as they got ready for the shortest saving they could ever make for the Super Show 7 in Manila last June 30, 2018. Members Leeteuk, Heechul, Siwon, Donghae, Yesung, Shindong and Eunhyuk finally returned to… Read more
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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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