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Romance and Birth Secrets Moves to Hanyang as The Tale of Nokdu Continues to Be Perfect Drama Watching

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 29, 2019 by ockoalaApril 16, 2020
Characters in historical drama, emotional moments.

It’s like the screenwriter can read my mind and gives me everything I ask for and more with The Tale of Nokdu. I get tired of Nokdu cross-dressing and the widow’s village is wiped out, he returns to being a dude permanently, and the action moves to Hanyang and the central birth secret and palace intrigue plot. The romance also … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jang Dong Yoon, Kim So Hyun, The Tale of Nokdu

Go Won Hee in Talks to Join Eric in Channel A Drama Vacation in My Own Way

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 29, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 29, 2019
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Upcoming Channel A drama Vacation in My Own Way (Casual Vacation) has Eric lined up for his comeback and now is in talks for Go Won Hee as the leading lady. The drama is described as a warm healing story for those rushing around in life to stop and appreciate what’s around them. Eric plays a top Korean food chef … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Eric

Episode 11-12 of Vagabond Turns into 24 as Suzy and Lee Seung Gi Spend the Entire Time Trying to Get a Baddie to Court

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 29, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 28, 2019
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At this point even calling Vagabond a thriller is a stretch. It’s more of a fantasy or even sci-fi tale, where reality isn’t so much hinted at the improbable as it is totally just plain impossible. Episodes 11-12 felt like a long episode of trains, planes, and automobiles, but more ship and automobile only as leads Lee Seung Gi and … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Lee Seung Gi, Suzy, Vagabond

Nam Joo Hyuk and Han Ji Min Reunited at the Handprint Ceremony for the Blue Dragon Awards

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 28, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 29, 2019
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It’s a tear-free and lovely reunion for costars Nam Joo Hyuk and Han Ji Min at the handprint ceremony for the 2018 Blue Dragon Awards. They, along with previous year winners Kim Hyang Gi and Kim Da Mi, put their hands into a mold to commemorate their awards in the acting categories. Han Ji Min and Nam Joo Hyuk surpassed … Continue reading →

Posted in Awards | Tagged Han Ji Min, Kim Hyang Gi, Nam Joo Hyuk

Jung So Min to Join Shin Ha Kyun in K-drama Soul Repairman

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 28, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 27, 2019
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A 2020 K-drama is getting the lead cast squared away and looks to pair two talented actors from different generations. Jung So Min is in talks for Soul Repairman which is also starring Shin Ha Kyun. The story doesn’t sound like a romance so I don’t need to bemoan the vast age difference. The story is about people working to … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jung So Min

Chinese Insta Model Gets Eviscerated By Netizens for Posting Copycat Makeup to Deceased Sulli

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 28, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 27, 2019
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I’m glad I was taught less is more, or always think twice before doing something, or even write what you feel but don’t press send until coming back later. I wished someone had told this wannabe Insta model and small time star who just got deserving hit with a tidal wave of criticism. I know that K-star Sulli‘s death triggered … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | Tagged Sulli

Jang Nara and Lee Sang Yoon Attend Drama Premiere for SBS Series VIP

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 27, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 26, 2019
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Okay, the cast of upcoming SBS Mon-Tues drama VIP have convinced me to check it solely on their ability to use their leads to form the letters VIP at the press conference. That’s way better than finger hearts and fist pumps, it shows a dedication to their drama and a great sense of cheeky humor. VIP marks the return of … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jang Nara, VIP

MBC Webtoon Adapted K-drama Extraordinary You Gains Cult Viewership Loving the Youth Romance

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 27, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 27, 2019
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I confess that this K-drama completely was not on my radar, pre-production or even a few weeks after it aired. But the word-of-mouth is impossible to ignore and now MBC Wed-Thurs drama Extraordinary You is a certified cult hit in both Korea and streaming in China. It’s a high school drama and romance with a twist – the female lead … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Extraordinary You, Kim Hye Yoon, Ro Woon

IU Restarts Album Promotions with Release of Love Poem on November 1st Followed by Solo Concerts

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 27, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 26, 2019
Young woman holding a blue balloon in flowers.

Time keeps going and sometimes a pause is enough to find the strength to keep moving on. Singer IU is returning with a mini-album titled Love Poem, originally scheduled for release this week but now pushed back to November 1st due to the untimely passing of her good friend Sulli last week. What was normally great news now feels tempered … Continue reading →

Posted in Music | Tagged IU

Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin Get to Know Each Other in New Drama Still From Crash Landing on You

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 26, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 26, 2019
Couple sitting together under nighttime stars.

Another drama still has emerged for upcoming tvN romance Crash Landing on You and it’s pretty old school Hallyu-rrific, if that’s your cup of tea. Female lead Son Ye Jin appears to pat male lead Hyun Bin on the head with a small smile of her face while he’s intently staring at her. He’s wearing his North Korean military officer … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | Tagged Crash Landing on You, Hyun Bin, Son Ye Jin

Over 3000 Fans Show Up for G-Dragon’s Completion of Military Service

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 26, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 26, 2019
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It’s fairly certain that formerly top K-pop group Big Bang is over as we now it after over a decade run on top. Member Seungri‘s scandal this year is just too much to sweep under the rug plus there are other members dealing with their own problems. G-Dragon has been in the military for the last two years so it’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | Tagged Big Bang, G-Dragon

Kim Yoo Jung Radiates Youthful Energy for Solo Travel Show in Italy

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 26, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 26, 2019
Girl in apron sitting with broom outdoors.

Summer is over but it still looks and feels like it in the latest stills of K-actress Kim Yoo Jung for her show Kim Yoo Jung’s Half Holiday in Italy. I’m guessing its only half a holiday since she’ll be working part time during her travels, and for a young person that’s even cooler if you ask me. There is … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | Tagged Kim Yoo Jung

Gu Hye Sun Gives Interview to Woman Sense Magazine About Ceasing to Love Ahn Jae Hyun

A Koala's Playground Posted on October 25, 2019 by ockoalaOctober 24, 2019
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I always wondered if actors and actresses could live real daily lives after immersing themselves time and again into roles and wildly dramatized situations. The answer seems to be a no for K-actress Gu Hye Sun as she continues her very emotional and public discussion about her failed marriage to K-actor Ahn Jae Hyun. She discussed to Women Sense magazine … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | Tagged Gu Hye Sun

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