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Legend of the Blue Sea Ramps Up Romance in Episode 8 as Ratings Stay Steady

A Koala's Playground Posted on December 10, 2016 by ockoalaDecember 9, 2016
Two characters sharing intimate moments in a library.

Romance is legit blossoming in this week’s episodes 7 and 8 of Legend of the Blue Sea, still the ratings leader by far in the Wed-Thurs time slot but episode 8’s ratings stayed exactly the same as episode 7 at 17.4%. The drama still engages on the visual front with bits and pieces of narrative treats, but at this stage … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Jo Jung Seok Makes Delightful Merman Cameo in Episode 7 of Legend of the Blue Sea with Ratings at 17.4%

A Koala's Playground Posted on December 7, 2016 by ockoalaDecember 7, 2016
Three characters engaged in conversation indoors.

Chalk it up to the best cameo so far in the cameo heavy Park Ji Eun penned Legend of the Blue Sea. So far there’s been Krystal, Kim Sung Ryung, Ahn Jae Jong, Hong Jin Kyung, Park Jin Joo, and Cha Tae Hyun, all within the first 6 episodes, but episode 7 brought the previous SBS Wed-Thurs drama Incarnation of … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Jo Jung Seok, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Legend of the Blue Sea Hits Ratings High of 18.9% for Episode 6

A Koala's Playground Posted on December 1, 2016 by ockoalaDecember 1, 2016
Two scenes with a man and woman.

Slow and steady is the trajectory of SBS Wed-Thurs drama Legend of the Blue Sea, with both ratings and narrative pacing. Today’s episode 6 hit 18.9% AGB nationwide, a nice bump up from episode 5, and especially notable considering the competition remains mired in the low single digits of 5.5% for My Love Geum Bi and 4.6% for Weightlifting Fairy … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Lee Min Ho and Jeon Ji Hyun Shine in New Joseon Era Stills for Episode 5 of Legend of the Blue Sea

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 30, 2016 by ockoalaDecember 1, 2016
Couple in traditional attire discussing in tea field.

As far as I recollect Jeon Ji Hyun‘s top actress success has come without having done a sageuk role in either television or movies. She plays edgy spunky in iconic roles that some only see her ability in that temperament but I like her more when she’s understated and quietly broody. Her mermaid Shim Chung in Legend of the Blue … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Laughter Aplenty From Lee Min Ho and Jeon Ji Hyun on the Set of Legend of the Blue

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 28, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 28, 2016
Collage of smiling young adults in various scenes.

This can’t be an easy drama to film but seeing the leads having so much fun makes the hard work worth it. SBS released new stills for Legend of the Blue Sea with Lee Min Ho and Jeon Ji Hyun candid shots from the set. I’m still in a hold position on this pairing, Legend of the Blue Sea is entertaining … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Jeon Ji Hyun Shows Her Mermaid Goals in BTS Filming Video for Legend of the Blue Sea

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 28, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 26, 2016
People enjoying swimming and water activities.

I don’t know if I’m the only one fascinated by how realistically beautifully the mermaid swimming scenes are in Legend of the Blue Sea. If anything it shows the commitment of the director in creating the most enchanting shots coupled with how game leading lady Jeon Ji Hyun is in swimming in waters both salty and saline. The BTS is … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Legend of the Blue Sea

Jeon Ji Hyun Latest C-ban on Hallyu Casualty as Her Recent Oppo Ad Switched Out for Angelababy

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 25, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 23, 2016
Woman posing with Oppo smartphones in images.

The Chinese noose tightening on Hallyu continues and the latest high profile casualty is K-actress Jeon Ji Hyun losing her endorsement campaign for Chinese cellphone brand Oppo‘s newest handset the R9. Jeon Ji Hyun landed the campaign just one month ago in October and Oppo is reportedly paying a hefty price for her to be the R9 spokeswoman, much like … Continue reading →

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The Mermaid and Her Conman Settle into the Seoul Narrative as Legend of the Blue Sea Episode 4 Ratings Hits 17.1%

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 24, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 24, 2016
Young woman and man in an intense conversation.

The ratings tide is headed in the right and upward direction for Legend of the Blue Sea, and rightly so as I liked this week’s two episodes more than the action heavy character thin episode 2. While the competition remained steady in the low single digits, Legend rose again in episode 4 to hit 17.1% AGB nationwide, a good sign … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Ratings Stay Relatively Steady for Legend of the Blue Sea at 15.7% for Episode 3

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 23, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 23, 2016
Man above, woman underwater, aquatic scene.

The reception for Legend of the Blue Sea doesn’t yet have the legs to show that it can be the vaulter hits like Descendants of the Sun and You From Another Star. So far I would be thrilled beyond thrilled that it break 20% but I’m relieved it’s staying steady as episode 3 came in at 15.7& AGB nationwide for … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Audiences Preferring Joseon Era Romance to Modern Day Slapstick in Legend of the Blue Sea

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 23, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 22, 2016
Collage of intense romantic and dramatic scenes.

It’s week two for Legend of the Blue Sea, with ratings to come in episodes 3 and 4 to show whether this drama is on the upswing or slowing down. I enjoyed the first two episodes but that was despite the seriously distracting elements of the modern day narrative. It was indeed too slapsticky for me, focusing too much on … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Legend of the Blue Sea Accused of Copying Elements from Sherlock and Splash

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 21, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 21, 2016
Two people, one eating, one on phone.

I’m not even surprised anymore when a drama becomes a hit and immediately encounters some sort of backlash. I do think this one may have some merit solely resting on the shoulders of the screenwriter. Netizens are buzzing about potential plagiarism issues with SBS drama Legend of the Blue Sea, and how valid it is depends on the degree of direct copying … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

K-ent Comparing Legend of the Blue Sea as Successor Hit to Descendants of the Sun

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 17, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 17, 2016
Korean drama posters featuring love and mystery.

All eyes are on whether the new prime time K-drama ratings champion Legend of the Blue Sea will mark the fourth ratings winning drama of the year following Descendants of the Sun, Doctors, and Moonlight Drawn by Clouds. Four hit K-dramas in one year feels a bit like boom times after the dry spell in 2015, but nowhere near the heydays … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea

Jeon Ji Hyun and Lee Min Ho Attend Press Conference for Legend of the Blue Sea Premiering Wednesday

A Koala's Playground Posted on November 14, 2016 by ockoalaNovember 14, 2016
Actors gazing at each other during event.

It’s T-minus one day before the arrival of high profile and highly anticipated fantasy K-drama Legend of the Blue Sea. Unless one has been living in a cave the last few months it’s no surprise that You From Another Star and Producer screenwriter Park Ji Eun has brought together top Hallyu stars Jeon Ji Hyun and Lee Min Ho to … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jeon Ji Hyun, Lee Hee Joon, Lee Min Ho, Legend of the Blue Sea, Shin Won Ho, Sung Dong Il

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