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Yoon Kyun Sang and Lee Jong Seok in Adorable Goofing Around Pictures from Pinocchio Days

A Koala's Playground Posted on May 22, 2016 by ockoalaMay 22, 2016
Two men sitting together, sharing a playful moment.

I recently came across never seen before behind-the-scenes stills from the 2014-2015 K-drama Pinocchio, still one of my favorite K-dramas in recent years, and felt compelled to share for those like-minded folks. These pics feature male lead Lee Jong Seok goofing around with supporting actor Yoon Kyun Sang, with the former remaining super popular even after Pinocchio while the latter … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Lee Jong Seok, Pinocchio, Yoon Kyun Sang

You From Another Star, Heirs, and Decendents of the Sun Take Top Three Rank in Most Popular K-dramas in China

A Koala's Playground Posted on April 16, 2016 by ockoalaApril 20, 2016
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With the conclusion of Descendants of the Sun it’s a perfect time to check in with the popularity of K-dramas in China and see where this newest ratings breaker resides. Polling website Vlinkage just released the Top 30 Most Popular K-dramas in China list as of April 2016 and it’s rare for me to feel like this is one accurately … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged City Hunter, Descendants of the Sun, Heirs, I Hear Your Voice, Pinocchio, Rooftop Prince, Secret Garden, The Master's Sun, You From Another Star, You're Beautiful

Producer and The Girl Who Sees Smells Leads the Drama Content Power Index for First Half of 2015

A Koala's Playground Posted on July 7, 2015 by ockoalaJuly 6, 2015
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The Contents Power Index (CPI) rankings are out, tabulating the most influential dramas of the first half of 2015. The ranking was for the period between January-June of 2015 and included all dramas aired on the big three as well as cable networks. CPI is calculated using ratings, discussion buzz, number of news articles written, number of searches, and how … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | Tagged Angry Mom, Healer, Heard it Through the Grapevine, Hyde Jekyll Me, Kill Me Heal Me, Let's Eat 2, Mask, Orange Marmalade, Pinocchio, Producer, Punch, School 2015, The Girl Who Sees Smells, Warm and Cozy, What's With This Family

Joseon Gunman and Pinocchio Lead the K-drama Nominees of the 10th Annual Seoul International Drama Awards

A Koala's Playground Posted on June 25, 2015 by ockoalaJune 25, 2015
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The nominated finalists are out for the 10th annual Seoul International Drama Awards, which doesn’t just fete K-dramas but includes popular or critically acclaimed dramas and shows from around the world. It’s less prestigious but slowly growing in international recognition and the ceremony does bring plenty of popular actors and actresses from within Korea and elsewhere to attend. This year’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Awards | Tagged Discovery of Love, Dr. Stranger, Joseon Gunman, Kill Me Heal Me, Pinocchio, You're All Surrounded

Screenwriters of Pinocchio and It’s Okay It’s Love Preparing New Dramas for 2015

A Koala's Playground Posted on June 15, 2015 by ockoalaJune 16, 2015
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While it’s not a surprise to hear that popular or well regarded screenwriters have pending dramas in the works, it’s always a relief to get some concrete information to look forward to. The Girl Who Sees Smells is a perfect example of everything clicking but for the writing of the drama, and in that case that everything else managed to … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged It's Okay It's Love, Noh Hee Kyung, Park Hye Ryun, Pinocchio

InStyle Captures the Romantic Warmth of Lee Jong Seok with Park Shin Hye in London

A Koala's Playground Posted on March 19, 2015 by ockoalaMarch 19, 2015
Couple posing together by a black taxi.

Now this is more like it! After sportswear brand Millet seriously botched the first post-Pinocchio reunion photo spread between Lee Jong Seok and Park Shin Hye, it’s up to InStyle Korea to correctly capture the chemistry and sizzle between the two pretty stars. The magazine flew my two babies to London earlier this month for a photo shoot that is … Continue reading →

Posted in My Loves | Tagged Lee Jong Seok, Park Shin Hye, Pinocchio

Millet Reunites Lee Jong Seok and Park Shin Hye For Spring 2015 Ad Campaign

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 20, 2015 by ockoalaFebruary 20, 2015

I can’t believe the latest pairing up of Lee Jong Seok and Park Shin Hye isn’t something I find super duper perfect. I may love them individually and together but gosh darn it these latest CF stills from outerwear brand Millet are majorly bland. At least Millet was on the right track in bringing together the two popular leads from … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, My Loves | Tagged Lee Jong Seok, Park Shin Hye, Pinocchio

Pinocchio Happily Ends and Lee Jong Seok/Park Shin Hye Shippers Can Keep the Faith

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 16, 2015 by ockoalaJanuary 15, 2015

With Pinocchio put to bed it feels like nestling in for the night after a particularly productive day. The cast and crew must feel even more satisfied and proud of delivering such a meaningful drama made with love. I’ve long since passed my drama shipping days other than out of nostalgia or whimsy but the OTP of Lee Jong Seok … Continue reading →

Posted in My Loves | Tagged Lee Jong Seok, Park Shin Hye, Pinocchio

Pinocchio Episode 20 Recap

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 15, 2015 by ockoalaJanuary 15, 2015

The final episode of Pinocchio is as perfect as it gets. Time was spent on all the main characters to wrap up their threads while reaching satisfying resolutions on the central conflicts. I couldn’t have asked for a better finale, except perhaps more fan service and that’s something I can never get enough of when it comes from a drama … Continue reading →

Posted in Recaps | Tagged Pinocchio

Pinocchio Episode 19 Recap

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 14, 2015 by ockoalaJanuary 14, 2015

I wasn’t expecting Pinocchio to have the depth for one more emotional wring out of me but I’ve never been happier to be served wrong. Throughout this drama I tried hard to keep my expectations level, neither underselling the consistent writing or giving it too much due that it was bound to let me down. A good drama is hard … Continue reading →

Posted in Recaps | Tagged Pinocchio

Pinocchio Episode 18 Recap

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 14, 2015 by ockoalaJanuary 14, 2015

This isn’t the first time I’ve had to churn out back-to-back recaps for a K-drama but previous experience certainly doesn’t make it easier. It does help that the drama in question is Pinocchio, still so compelling and satisfying even if the light moments are few and the serious stuff remains front and center. I suppose the two cute leads have … Continue reading →

Posted in Recaps | Tagged Pinocchio

Written and Video Preview for Pinocchio Episode 18

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 13, 2015 by ockoalaJanuary 13, 2015

It’s time to say goodbye to Pinocchio, a drama that is on the longer prime time offering side at 20 episodes yet felt much too short at times. If this was a weekend drama about the lives of young reporters then I would have stayed on even if the overarching conspiracy of Cha Ok and Bum Jo’s mom was doled … Continue reading →

Posted in Drama Previews | Tagged Pinocchio

Park Shin Hye Quiets Detractors with Credible Romantic Attraction and Tension in Pinocchio

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 11, 2015 by ockoalaJanuary 11, 2015

Whether Pinocchio is considered a modest or moderate success as a K-drama, one element of undeniable breakthrough was leading lady Park Shin Hye finally showing off an all-around acting performance that includes credible romantic stirring and attraction on her part. Whether she got over the hump on her own or leading man Lee Jong Seok had a helping hand in it, … Continue reading →

Posted in My Loves | Tagged Lee Jong Seok, Park Shin Hye, Pinocchio

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