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A Swoony Kiss Heightens Expectations for Romance in Descendants of the Sun

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 23, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 23, 2016
Couple sharing a kiss in a romantic scene.

Now this is what I call a promising promo! Descendants of the Sun is premiering in T-minus 8 hours and the production finally did something that piques my interest fully. The drama released a third and final poster mere hours before the first episode premiere that is way better than the first two, and by a long shot. It shows … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Press Conference for Descendants of the Sun Premiering this Wed February 24th

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 22, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 22, 2016
Smiling couple at a public event.

I put the best picture first from the press conference for KBS drama Descendants of the Sun, because laughing Song Joong Ki makes everything better and it’s rare to see Song Hye Kyo so openly exuberant in place of her usual calm contentment. Sadly for the most part the entire press conference come off like a faculty luncheon introducing new … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Jin Goo, Kim Ji Won, Onew, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Written Preview for Episode 1 of Descendants of the Sun

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 21, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 21, 2016
Two women in scrubs leaning against a wall.

The ratings successes of Kim Eun Sook dramas have always come with a side of divisive opinion on the writing of her main characters. It’s never just about liking the drama as a whole or not, with it is invariably discourse and debate over the general level of alpha male assholery of the male lead and the female empowerment or lack … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Jin Goo, Kim Ji Won, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Descendants of the Sun Goes Disaster Zone Dirty in New Stills and Romantic Preview

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 18, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 18, 2016
Two soldiers in military uniforms at night.

I love when it seems like the production hears the feedback from the fans and addresses it. That certainly feels like this case with the newly released promos for Descendants of the Sun that finally shows the soldiers and doctors in a disaster war zone looking grimy and gritty instead of pristine and air brushed. Of course the dirt is … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Jin Goo, Kim Ji Won, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Descendants of the Sun Releases Fantastic Teaser OSTs and Dull Character Posters

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 17, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 16, 2016
Four characters in military-themed promotional posters.

Music is a huge deal for me in my drama watch experience. I don’t recall there being any drama faves of mine where I didn’t at least like and most likely loved the OST. It’s so crucial to setting the mood and from the sound of things Descendants of the Sun at least has a talented soundtrack guru. The drama … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Jin Goo, Kim Ji Won, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

New Behind-the-Scenes Preview Showcases the Sprawling Production of Descendants of the Sun

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 13, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 12, 2016
Woman in pink shirt gazing at soldier.

It’s no secret that Descendants of the Sun is super high budget, basically blowing all previous K-dramas out of the water with the overseas location shoots and military/medical story line necessitating sprawling sets and costumes. That’s worth checking this drama out alone, so I think the early murmurings of disappointment with the previews so far are valid but not necessarily … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Song Joong Ki Shows Off Nice Guy Image at Kolon Event Prior to K-drama Transformation into Military Man

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 10, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 10, 2016
Smiling person in a green sweater.

The casting of Song Joong Ki straight out of military service in the role of an armed forces commander in Descendants of the Sun seemed so meta perfect when I heard the news. I assumed he would be emerging like a six-pack decked chrysalis post army hence my initial opinion, except he came out of the army basically identical to when … Continue reading →

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Soldiers and Doctors Mobilize in New Trailer for Big-budget K-drama Descendants of the Sun

A Koala's Playground Posted on February 6, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 6, 2016
Military scene with characters in distress.

I wonder if Kim Eun Sook is trying to make a pointed statement to counter the criticism that her Heirs thematic topic was superficial and slight, what with exploring the emo lives of the uber-rich teen crowd. Now she’s going substantive and gritty with Descendants of the Sun, the backdrop of humanitarian workers and peacekeeping troops in a fictional Easter … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Jin Goo, Kim Ji Won, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Disaster and Romance Combine in First Official Poster for Descendants of the Sun

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 31, 2016 by ockoalaFebruary 1, 2016
Soldier tending to a woman's injured leg.

How nice of KBS to start off Monday and the first day of February with a nice jolt courtesy of the first official drama poster for upcoming Wed-Thurs drama Descendants of the Sun. What do you guys think? The poster may not be an immediate fave of mine but does combine the two seemingly disparate thematic elements of this story … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Song Joong Ki is a Cocky Soldier in Featured Teaser for Descendants of the Sun

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 22, 2016 by ockoalaJanuary 21, 2016
Man working out with pull-up bar.

This is my fave Descendants of the Sun teaser so far, and it’s no surprise because it’s male lead Song Joong Ki focused and he’s the numero uno reason this drama is on my must watch list. Famed screenwriter Kim Eun Sook has been so hit-and-miss with her works that I don’t tuned in automatically for her, but her hits … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

New Teasers Show Song Hye Kyo as a Feisty Doctor Flirting with Song Joong Ki in Descendants of the Sun

A Koala's Playground Posted on January 16, 2016 by ockoalaJanuary 15, 2016
Profile of a woman with city backdrop.

It’s still hard to fully believe that Descendants of the Sun is right around the corner, premiering in mid-February on KBS Wed-Thurs, taking over from The Merchant: Gaekju 2015. I’m still super excited even if the first teasers weren’t what I expected, at least nothing looked terrible or awkward right off the bat. Song Joong Ki remains the number one reason for my … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Official First Preview for Descendants of the Sun Showcases Action Scenes Aplenty

A Koala's Playground Posted on December 31, 2015 by ockoalaDecember 31, 2015
Two seated individuals in casual attire.

I see Descendants and I see some sun this time, lol! The first official preview is here for upcoming KBS Wed-Thurs drama Descendants of the Sun, written by famed screenwriter Kim Eun Seok and starring Song Joong Ki in his first drama since military discharge opposite Song Hye Kyo. The production was financed with tons of investor money and mostly filmed … Continue reading →

Posted in K-dramas | Tagged Descendants of the Sun, Jin Goo, Kim Ji Won, Song Hye Kyo, Song Joong Ki

Second Teaser for Descendants of the Sun Showcases Flirting with Leads Song Hye Kyo and Song Joong Ki

A Koala's Playground Posted on December 30, 2015 by ockoalaDecember 29, 2015
Romantic moment between two characters.

The second teaser for Descendants of the Sun is here, hot on the heels of the first teaser a few days earlier. The most that can be said is that the theme is consistent – once again the audience is treated to a random scene between leads Song Joong Ki as a soldier and Song Hye Kyo as a doctor, … Continue reading →

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