The Plane That Never Lands: Emergency Declaration

Led by Director Han Jae-rim, the production of the most anticipated film, Emergency Declaration, took more than six months including pre-production. If you have watched the trailer, you would witnessed the dramatic sequences of the plane as it goes through the chaos as soon it takes off from Incheon Airport, South Korea. Veteran chief detective … More The Plane That Never Lands: Emergency Declaration

Jisung is Both Prosecutor & Novelist in Disney+ Mystery Thriller, ADAMAS

Produced by Studio Dragon, ADAMAS is the latest Korean drama series to be available on Disney+. The star-studded casts include Jisung, Seo Jihye, Lee SooKyung, Heo Sungtae and Oh Dae-hwan. During a virtual press conference featuring Director Park Seung-wu, he describes the drama as a “mystery thriller packed with adrenalin-fuelled action…that is reminiscent of a … More Jisung is Both Prosecutor & Novelist in Disney+ Mystery Thriller, ADAMAS

Lee Joon & Kang Han Na Doomed Love Story & The Power Struggles in Disney+ Historical Drama, Bloody Heart

Bloody Heart is a fictional period drama and has been dubbed as the “Romeo & Juliet” of the Joseon empire. The power struggles within the four walls of the palace gets intense as the different clans fight for dominance in the dynasty. From as early as the first episode, the drama gets the waterworks going … More Lee Joon & Kang Han Na Doomed Love Story & The Power Struggles in Disney+ Historical Drama, Bloody Heart

Bridge Generation Gaps from Apple TV+ Trilingual Drama – “Pachinko”, Based on a Novel by Min Jin Lee

If you are a fan of Asian dramas based on historical world war times, then look no further! Apple TV+ Original production, Pachinko, stars an internationally renowned cast and is narrated across three languages – Korean, Japanese and English. The drama itself, I feel, is fairly relatable as it showcased the differences between the generations. … More Bridge Generation Gaps from Apple TV+ Trilingual Drama – “Pachinko”, Based on a Novel by Min Jin Lee

K-Pop Idol Kang Daniel Makes Acting Debut in Rookie Cops

South Korean songwriter Kang Daniel rose to stardom after winning the second season of reality competition series Produce 101 in 2017. A former member of Wanna One, he recently made his acting debut in Disney+’s new coming-of-age romantic drama series Rookie Cops. Rookie Cops captured the challenges, spirit and passion of two students at the … More K-Pop Idol Kang Daniel Makes Acting Debut in Rookie Cops

Round and round the bushes in Jeju’s Mazeland and scenic Olle Trails

In the past when I travelled around Jeju by public transport, I missed out these attraction sites as one could not access them conveniently by bus. Perhaps you did too? This time, with a friend to drive us around the island, I could instead enjoy cafe-hopping and even have a go at some of Jeju’s … More Round and round the bushes in Jeju’s Mazeland and scenic Olle Trails

Summer time = Festival time in Korea

Indeed, frequent visitors to Korea are probably aware that summer time = festival time! All around Korea, many regions would host various types of summer festivals, such as the university festivals in Seoul, the spectacular flower festivals and the refreshing water festivals in coastal towns. Today, allow me to present two popular summer festival events … More Summer time = Festival time in Korea

Returning to Jeju: Cafe-hopping around the picturesque island

Remember the last time I introduced to you about how to travel around Jeju via public transport? The article focused mainly on the natural scenery one can enjoy during a short stay on the island, including visits to the Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, Manjanggul Cave, Cheonjiyeon Falls and more. This time, allow me to present another side of Jeju: … More Returning to Jeju: Cafe-hopping around the picturesque island