Descendants of the Sun (Drama - 2016)

태양의 후예 (tae-yang-eui hoo-ye)

Directed by Baek Sang-hoon (백상훈), Lee Eung-bok (이응복), Yoo Jong-seon (유종선)

Screenplay by Kim Eun-sook (김은숙), Kim Won-seok-II (김원석)

KBS | Airing dates : 2016/02/24~2016/04/14

16 episodes - Wed, Thu 22:00
Synopsis
A drama about the love of people who get closer as they learn to be considerate of each other in desperate times and sacrifices made by people who throw themselves into natural disasters.

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Song Joong-ki
송중기
As
Yoo Si-jin
(유시진)
Song Hye-kyo
송혜교
As
Kang Mo-yeon
(강모연)
Jin Goo
진구
As
Seo Dae-yeong
(서대영)
Kim Ji-won
김지원
As
Yoon Myeong-joo
(윤명주)
Kang Shin-il
강신일
As
Yoon Joong-jang
(윤중장)
Kim Byung-chul
김병철
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Park Byeong-soo
(박병수)

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2019/07/01, Source
A statue of the stars of the 2016 TV series "Descendants of the Sun" in a park in Taebaek, Gangwon Province /Yonhap A local festival in Taebaek, Gangwon Province themed on the 2016 mega-hit TV series "Descendants of the Sun" has been canceled on news that its stars Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are divorcing,...More

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[HanCinema's News] DCInside Fan Gallery Responds to Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki Split
2019/06/27
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[HanCinema's News] Song Hye-kyo's Agency Makes Statement About her Divorce
2019/06/27
Shortly after Song Joong-ki's legal team announced that they filed divorce papers for the actor, Song Hye-kyo's agency came out with their own statement on the issue. They stated that both parties to the divorce had ultimately been unable to work out their differences and requested extensive speculation to be kept to a minimum,...More

Song-Joong-ki Calls Quits on Marriage to Song Hye-kyo
2019/06/27, Source
Song Joong-ki (left) and Song Hye-kyo Actor Song Joong-ki has filed for divorce from Song Hye-kyo after about two years of starry marriage,...More

Song Joong-ki Files for Divorce From Song Hye-kyo
2019/06/26, Source
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are getting divorced. The law firm in charge of defending Song Joong-ki said, "On behalf of Song Joong-ki we have filed for a divorce settlement with the Seoul Family Court on the 26th.,...More

Jung Eun-chae to Star in "The King: Eternal Monarch"
2019/06/20, Source
Actress Jung Eun-chae is starring in Kim Eun-sook's "The King: Eternal Monarch". "The King: Eternal Monarch" is a fantasy romance drama in which a deity has unleashed a demon unto the world of humans, and that demon has opened the door to a parallel world,...More

[HanCinema's News] Jung Eun-chae Rumored for "The King: Eternal Monarch"
2019/06/10
Jung Eun-chae's Instagram On June 10th a person representing Jung Eun-chae confirmed that the actress was considering accepting a role in "The King: Eternal Monarch". The process is still in early stages - Jung Eun-chae had attended meetings and accepted materials relevant to the project, but neither side has expressed a definite sign of interest,...More

Jung Hae-in and Song Joong-ki, Difficulty in Shaking Off Previous Works
2019/06/04, Source
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Song Joon-ki Returns to TV with New Epic Series
2019/06/01, Source
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[HanCinema's News] Director Baek Sang-hoon Has Left KBS Likely in Relation to "The King: Eternal Monarch"
2019/05/13
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2019/05/09, Source
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Lee Min-ho Poised for New Soap After Release from Military
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"The King: Eternal Monarch" Writer Kim Eun-sook Reunites With Lee Min-ho
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"Arthdal Chronicles" Song Joong-ki, Kim Ji-won, Kim Ok-bin and Jang Dong-gun's First Script Reading
2019/05/06, Source
"Arthdal Chronicles" had its first script reading. The official homepage of "Arthdal Chronicles" released pictures of its first official script reading,...More

[HanCinema's News] Japanese Video Rental Store TSUTAYA Publishes List of Most Popular Korean Dramas
2019/05/01
After sparking the Korean wave back in the mid-2000's, it would seem that the Japanese market still has fond nostalgia for Korean drama produced in that era. These are findings of a list published by the Japanese video rental store chain TSUTAYA, which to this day still makes decent income by renting out Korean dramas,...More

Kim Eun-sook to Return in March? "No Confirmed Plans"
2019/04/28, Source
Will writer Kim Eun-sook return with something new in March next year? Studio Dragon reported that no plans have been made, regarding an earlier report that Kim Eun-sook is coming out with her latest in March next year,...More

[HanCinema's News] Song Joong-ki Set to Change Image With "Asthdal Chronicles"
2019/04/25
Following the release of new still images from "Arthdal Chronicles" attention has been called to Song Joong-ki's new appearance. Formerly a nice guy with a pale complexion, Song Joong-ki is now tanned, muscular, yet still oddly youthful in his new role in "Arthdal Chronicles" which we know will involve a lot of horse riding,...More

Song Joong-ki to Exude 'Primitive' Masculinity in Upcoming TV Series
2019/04/20, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki will return to the small screen with a new TV series on cable channel tvN for the first time since his marriage in 2017,...More

[HanCinema's News] Song Hye-kyo Cuddles Her Pet Cat
2019/04/10
On April 10th, Song Hye-kyo posted a black-and-white video on Instagram. In the video, she is seen lovingly holding her pet cat with paintings appearing in the background,...More

[HanCinema's News] Sung Ki-yoon cast for "A Moment at Eighteen"
2019/04/10
Sung Ki-yoon will appear in the upcoming youth drama "A Moment at Eighteen" on JTBC. The drama, about which little is currently known, purports to be an emotional and realistic coming-of-age story about various eighteen-year-old youths,...More

[HanCinema's News] Jo Woo-ri Does Photo Shoot and Interview with bnt Collezione
2019/03/29
Jo Woo-ri appears in a fashion shoot for bnt Collezione magazine. There is also an interview, where the star of "My ID is Gangnam Beauty" discusses her career trajcetory as of late,...More

Kim Tae-jin-II Thanks Song Joong-ki
2019/03/25, Source
Kim Tae-jin-II mentioned his friendship with Song Joong-ki on the KBS Cool FM "Park Myung-soo's Radio Show" on the 19th,...More

[HanCinema's News] Song Hye-kyo Posts Instagram Photo
2019/03/19
On March 16th, Song Hye-kyo posted a new photo on Instagram. In it, she is dressed in modest, all black, and appears to be gazing off at something in the distance,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki Photozone Smacked with Legal Suit
2019/02/28, Source
A Song Joong-ki photo zone was set up then taken down at a shopping mall. The advertisement company had requested it be taken down for 'copyright and portrait rights'. The shopping mall decided not to pay up production aid funds and this led to a legal suit,...More

[HanCinema's News] Song Hye-ko Is Angelic in Newest Photo
2019/02/26
A newly released photo of actress Song Hye-ko has been getting around. In it, she is seen wearing a pretty white outfit and holding a microphone,...More

Private Kim Min-seok
2019/01/15, Source
Actor Kim Min-seok looks lean as a private. He posted pictures on his Instagram on the 15th,...More

[Orion's Daily Ramblings] Ji Jin-hee Offered Lead in Drama Remake of "Designated Survivor"
2018/11/28
Ji Jin-hee might be leading what sounds like an exciting project, if done right, as tvN will be remaking ABC/Netflix drama "Designated Survivor", starring Kiefer Sutherland. Ji Jin-hee is currently busy considering a contract renewal with HB Entertainment, so a 'considering' is all we get, but the offer is at least out,...More

Song Joong-ki From "Arthdal Chronicles" Still Adorable
2018/11/28, Source
People are anticipating Song Joong-ki in "Arthdal Chronicles". Vogue Korea posted pictures of Song Joong-ki on its official Instagram,...More

Song Hye-kyo Comfortable Working with Park Bo-gum in New TV Series
2018/11/22, Source
Park Bo-gum (left) and Song Hye-kyo pose at a press junket for their new TV series in Seoul on Wednesday. Top stars Song Kye-kyo and Park Bo-gum will appear in the new TV series "Encounter" on cable channel tvN starting next week. There has been much hype raised about the drama since the news that the two were cast came out in July. At a press conference on Wednesday, they talked about the pressure and expectations they have felt since joining it,...More

"Feel Good To Die" Kim Min-jae, Jo Han-chul, and Seo Jung-yeon
2018/09/14, Source
Kim Min-jae, Jo Han-chul and Seo Jung-yeon make up the supporting cast for the new KBS drama "Feel Good To Die". "Feel Good To Die" is an office drama directed by Lee Eun-jin about Lee Roo-da (Baek Jin-hee) who tries to get Baek Jin-sang (Kang Ji-hwan) to turn over a new leaf,...More

[Orion's Daily Ramblings] "Descendants of the Sun" Darling, Jasper Cho Turns Villainous in "Terius Behind Me"
2018/08/29
Jasper Cho of "Descendants of the Sun" fame is back with a deadly role, as he turns into a trained killer for "Terius Behind Me". The drama has released stills of his character out to assassinate someone in Poland, and I wonder if this is the incident that will get our hero's loved one killed,...More

Song Joong-ki, Kim Ji-won, and Choo Ja-hyun in "Arthdal Chronicles"
2018/08/27, Source
"Arthdal Chronicles" is coming together The cast is made up of Song Joong-ki, Kim Ji-won, Jang Dong-gun and there will be a special appearance by Choo Ja-hyun. "Arthdal Chronicles" is a fantasy drama about the history of mankind and the civilization of ancient times,...More

Song Hye-kyo to Come Back With Park Bo-gum in "Encounter"
2018/08/19, Source
Song Hye-kyo who got married last year is finally coming back with a tvN drama called "Encounter". "Encounter" is a romance about a woman who is the daughter of a politician and the daughter-in-law to a chaebol family who has never lived a life of her own. She meets an ordinary, happy and pure hearted young man. Song Hye-kyo's last drama was "Descendants of the Sun" two years ago in 2016 and this is her first tvN drama,...More

Song Joong-ki to Return to Small Screen After Marriage
2018/07/27, Source
Song Joong-ki will star in the new TV series "Arthdal Chronicles" slated to air sometime in the first half of next year, cable TV channel tvN said on Thursday,...More

Song Hye-kyo, Park Bo-gum to Co-Star in New TV Series
2018/07/10, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo will co-star in the new TV series "Encounter" with overnight heartthrob Park Bo-gum slated to air sometime later this year,...More

Song Hye-kyo and Park Bo-gum to Star in "Encounter"
2018/07/09, Source
Song Hye-kyo and Park Bo-gum are starring in the drama "Encounter". "Encounter" is being planned for later this year and it's going to be pre-produced,...More

[Press Release] Netflix Brings "Mr. Sunshine" to the World
2018/06/27
The series hails from the writer and director of the global Korean hit series "Descendants of the Sun". Netflix, Inc., the world's leading entertainment service, announced it has licensed the new Korean original drama "Mr. Sunshine", a 24-episode series from the creators of the global hit series "Descendants of the Sun", to premiere on Netflix around the world. "Mr. Sunshine", written by Kim Eun-sook and directed by Lee Eung-bok, will premiere exclusively on Netflix starting July 7, with episodes streaming on the same day of its Korean broadcast in the U.S. and Asian territories excluding Korea. The series will then premiere in Japan on July 8 and the rest of the world on July 19,...More

Creators Talk About New Blockbuster Period Drama
2018/06/27, Source
The director and cast of "Mr. Sunshine" attend a press event in Seoul on Tuesday. From left, director Lee Eung-bok, Lee Byung-hun, Kim Tae-ri, Yoo Yeon-seok, Kim Min-jung and Byun Yo-han Scriptwriter Kim Eun-sook and director Lee Eung-bok have teamed up once again to create period drama series "Mr. Sunshine". which starts airing next week,...More

Song Joong-ki Reunites With Director Jo Sung-hee in "Space Sweepers"
2018/06/25, Source
According to sources, Song Joong-ki agreed to work with Director Jo Sung-hee in his latest film "Space Sweepers". Known as the "space project", "Space Sweepers" was supposed to go into production after "A Werewolf Boy", but was postponed as Jo Sung-hee was working on "Phantom Detective". "Space Sweepers" is a sci-fi film based in space with a variety of international actors and actresses,...More

Lee Si-hoon Joins "Mr. Sunshine"
2018/06/25, Source
Actor Lee Si-hoon will join "Mr. Sunshine" according to Yuleum Entertainment,...More

Song Hye-kyo Is Stunning in Casual Wear
2018/06/07, Source
Song Hye-kyo posted a picture on her Instagram that has netizens raving about her flawless skin,...More

[Lily's Take] Viewers Feel Awkward About Song Hye-kyo and Park Bo-gum Pairing in New Drama
2018/05/29, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo has confirmed that she will be returning to the drama world with a new drama, "Boyfriend (Tentative title)",...More

Song Hye-kyo Shares Her Daily Life
2018/05/15, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo is enjoying her daily life and shared pictures on her Instagram on the 15th of May,...More

Song Joong-ki Considers "Arthdal Chronicles"
2018/05/07, Source
Song Joong-ki is considering "Arthdal Chronicles". "Arthdal Chronicles" is a fantasy drama about civilization and the nation during the ancient times. Fantasy elements will be added here to create the process of a nation being made. "Arthdal Chronicles" is written by Kim Yeong-hyeon and Park Sang-yeon and director by Kim Jin-won-I. Kim Ji-won is the likely to join him, potentially reunited the "Descendants of the Sun" stars,...More

[Orion's Daily Ramblings] Lee Si-young and Ji Hyun-woo Take On "Risky Romance"
2018/05/02
On a normal day, nothing makes me run away faster than romance mixed into a medical drama, but with Lee Si-young in it, my fan honor demands a look-see. The actress has joined this upcoming drama as its lead, along with actor Ji Hyun-woo, whom I also like quite a lot, especially after an amazing performance in "Awl",...More

[Orion's Daily Ramblings] Kim Ji-won Courted for "Arthdal Chronicles" and "See You Again"
2018/04/30
So this is what it looks like when a woman holds such casting power. Actress Kim Ji-won is currently being courted for two high profile dramas at the same time, as well as two reunions with actors Song Joong-ki and Lee Jong-suk. Whichever choice she takes, there's going to be major hype in her and our future,...More

Song Joong-ki Past Fanmeeting Photos with Song Hye-kyo Resurface
2018/04/29, Source
As news of Song Joong-ki attending a friend's wedding hits the air, popular posts of the past are now resurfacing. One such photo is that of Song Hye-kyo appearing at Song Joong-ki fan meeting following "Descendants of the Sun",...More

Girls' Generation Choi Soo-young's "Memories from Dead-end Alley"
2018/04/26, Source
The Korean-Japanese lineup for melo-romance movie "Memories from Dead-end Alley" is out. "Memories from Dead-end Alley" is a novel written by a Japanese novelist and the movie features Girls' Generation singer and actress Choi Soo-young. Her co-star is Tanaka Shunsuke, a rising top star in Japan and the movie began filming in Nagoya, Japan this April,...More

Which Couple Was Polled as the Most Popular Noona Romance?
2018/04/19, Source
Before the adorable noona romance in JTBC drama "Pretty Sister Who Buys Me Food", there was the Song-Song couple from the KBS 2TV hit drama, "Descendants of the Sun",...More

Lee Yi-kyung Role SG Wannabe Music Video Resurfaces
2018/04/05, Source
Actor Lee Yi-kyung was in an SG Wannabe music video in 2015 that has resurfaced. He starred in the music video for the song "Heart Beating" by SG Wannabe. The video was based on romance in a coastal village,...More

[New Drama] "Arthdal Chronicles" Could Be Song Joong-ki's Next Project
2018/03/17, Source
Beyond the fiery hot star Song Joong-gi, the title, and the production team, "Arthdal Chronicles" has little more to offer us. Until then, Song Joong-ki will hopefully be something to look forward to,...More

[Orion's Daily Ramblings] Song Joong-ki Courted for Drama by "Six Flying Dragons" Writers
2018/03/12
This is as high profile as you get, and I can already smell the ratings if this were to happen. Song Joong-ki has been offered the leading role to historical drama "Arthdal Chronicles", a Studio Dragon and KPJ co-production for tvN made by the writers of "Deep-rooted Tree" and "Six Flying Dragons",...More

Lee Seung-gi Dreamed of Becoming a Dispatch Soldier After Watching "Descendants of the Sun"
2018/03/07, Source
Actor Lee Seung-gi almost went abroad as a dispatch soldier. Naver V Live met with Lee Seung-gi who is back with the movie "The Princess and the Matchmaker",...More

Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki Watch Hwang Jung-min's show
2018/03/04, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo and actor Song Joong-ki watched Hwang Jung-min's play together. According to ET Today, Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki watched "Richard III" on the 2nd in the Seoul Arts Center,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's 100th Wedding Day
2018/02/08, Source
It's been 100 days since the Song-Song couple were married. Song Joong-ki's official Instagram posted a picture of Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo standing hand in hand. The two met in the drama "Descendants of the Sun" and got married on the 31st of October,...More

[Lily's Take] Update on Kim Soo-hyun in the Military
2018/01/29, Source
On the 29th, several pictures of actor Kim Soo-hyun were uploaded in an online community,...More

Kim Min-seok and Lee Joo-bin's Agencies Responds to Dating Rumors
2017/12/28, Source
Lee Joo-bin's agency addressed the dating rumors with Kim Min-seok and confirmed that the two are just friends. They coincidentally ran into each other in Fukuoka, Japan and had dinner together,...More

Korean Stars Support Moon on China Visit
2017/12/15, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo shakes hands with President Moon Jae-in (right) at the opening of a business fair in Beijing on Thursday. /Yonhap Korean stars came out on force to support President Moon Jae-in during his state visit to China,...More

Song Hye-kyo to Join the State Banquet with Xi Jinping and Moon Jae-in
2017/12/13, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo is attending the state banquet in China on an invitation from Chinese President Xi Jinping,...More

"Mr. Sunshine" Pushed Back to June
2017/12/11, Source
tvN drama "Mr. Sunshine" is being moved to the beginning of June so that a higher quality production can be delivered,...More

Shin Hyun-soo and Jo Woo-ri Confirmed to Be Dating
2017/12/10, Source
Actors Shin Hyun-soo and Jo Woo-ri have just started seeing each other and they are three years apart,...More

[Lisa's Drama Casting Bites] Younger Sisters, Sassy Secretaries, and Fashion Designers Grace Dramaland
2017/12/06
Today is rich with casting news in dramaland. Let's take a look at the goodies,...More

Kim Min-seok will not re-sign with Woollim Entertainment
2017/11/19, Source
Actor Kim Min-seok isn't re-signing with Woollim Entertainment the agency stated on the 16th,...More

Lee Yi-kyung is a hit-maker
2017/11/16, Source
KBS 2TV drama "Go Back Couple" starring Lee Yi-kyung was a hit. "Go Back Couple" was topped viewership ratings at no. 1 (based on Nielsen Korea) and two consecutive weeks of content TV coverage at No. 1 ranking (GoodData Corporation),...More

Kim Ji-won takes a break
2017/11/15, Source
Kim Ji-won is stopping to catch her breath. She recently completed filming "Detective K: Secret of the Living Dead". Sports Seoul comments that people are naturally curious about the actress who is welcomed everywhere,...More

[HanCinema's Digest] Travel Bug Bites
2017/11/12
NBC's "Destination Korea" explores The Land of Morning Calm ahead of the 2018 Winter Games in Pyeongchang, "Descendants of the Sun" fans can visit the ex-military base used in the show, immerse yourself in new worlds at these three innovative VR cafes, and go 'beyond Seoul' with a visit to the beautiful Suwon City,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo spotted in Spain
2017/11/05, Source
The Song-Song couple are currently on their honeymoon. Fans in Spain spotted them in Madrid, which is currently experiencing chilly weather,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's gorgeous wedding
2017/11/02, Source
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo got married in tears at the Shilla Hotel on the 31st of October,...More

Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo Marry in Private Wedding
2017/11/01, Source
Korea's hottest couple Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo tied the knot on Tuesday at a hotel in Seoul,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's wedding attended by stars like Park Bo-gum, Yoo Ah-in, Kim Ji-won, and more
2017/10/31, Source
Hallyu stars Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's wedding was attended by many stars. The wedding was held at Shilla Hotel in Seoul. The wedding was held privately with 300 guests including family, friends, and celebrities,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo to get married, Park Bo-gum on the keyboard
2017/10/30, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki and actress Song Hye-kyo are getting married today at the Shilla Hotel. There will be no officiant and about 300 people are expected to be at the wedding,...More

Song-Song wedding and Lee Seung-gi's discharge: D-1
2017/10/29, Source
On October 31st, the Song-Song couple are having the wedding of the year and Lee Seung-gi completes National Service,...More

Park Ah-in signs on to tvN "Mr. Sunshine"
2017/10/26, Source
According to sources, actress Park Ah-in is joining the cast of tvN drama "Mr. Sunshine" as Ko Ae-soon, a character with a story to tell,...More

Song and Song couple wedding song by Ock Joo-hyun
2017/10/23, Source
Ock Joo-hyun will be singing at the Song-Song couple wedding. No other wedding details have been confirmed,...More

Park Hoon to star in "Two Cops"
2017/10/22, Source
Actor Park Hoon is starring in "Two Cops". "Two Cops" is a fantasy investigative drama about a detective named Cha Dong-tak (Cho Jung-seok) who is possessed by the spirit of a fraud and a social reporter Song Ji-an (Hyeri),...More

Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki's wedding invitations
2017/10/17, Source
Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki have revealed their wedding invitations,...More

Learning Korean All the Rage in Thailand
2017/10/15, Source
The Education Ministry on Monday published an official textbook for middle and high school students in Thailand who are learning Korean as a second foreign language,...More

Bae Jung-nam to star in "Mr. Sunshine"
2017/10/12, Source
Former model Bae Jung-nam is starring in the new tvN drama "Mr. Sunshine", the story of a boy who was abandoned on American soil and is later stationed in Korea as an American soldier,...More

Hidden but boldly open, Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo
2017/09/26, Source
They had to hide their relationship. They didn't admit their relationship status or talk about it. They remained hidden, but dignified. Now, they are getting married,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo take wedding pictures in San Francisco
2017/09/06, Source
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo had their wedding pictures taken in the United States. According to sources, the Song-Song couple went through Los Angeles to San Francisco to take wedding pictures. They are getting married on the 31st of October,...More

Kim Eun-sook's "Mr. Sunshine" changes stations from SBS to tvN
2017/08/24, Source
Kim Eun-sook's "Mr. Sunshine" starring Kim Tae-ri changed stations from SBS to tvN. Evidentally, production asked for 1.5 billion won per episode (~US$1.5 million), which was not possible,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] Man-hole Episode 4
2017/08/22
Bong Pil has gone down the rabbit hole - er, manhole - once again. With a new set of time travel rules piled atop the old, we have even more factors at play, including Pil's growing determination to take care of and win his woman,...More

"The Handmaiden" Kim Tae-ri to come back with movies and drama
2017/08/22, Source
Kim Tae-ri who swept away all rookie awards in 2016 is coming back later this year. She was called the "Cinderella of Chungmuro" due to her outstanding performance in Park Chan-wook's "The Handmaiden". Many look forward to her comeback and she has several works to be released later this year,...More

"Please Take Care of My Refrigerator" Kim Min-seok's fridge is from Song Joong-ki
2017/08/21, Source
Actor Kim Min-seok talked about his refrigerator on the episode of the JTBC TV show "Please Take Care of My Refrigerator" with Kwon Hyuk-soo. Kim Min-seok said Song Joong-ki whom he appeared in "Descendants of the Sun" in, gave him the refrigerator as a gift,...More

From Kim Eun-sook, the Hong Sisters and Noh Hee-kyeong, will tvN 'Drama Empire' reconstruct?
2017/08/16, Source
tvN is on its way to recover the modifier 'Drama Empire'. A fancy line-up of star writers are standing by from the end of the year to early next year. tvN "Mr. Sunshine" has been arranged for broadcast on Saturdays and Sundays starting early next year,...More

Song Joong-ki's Love Song Hye-kyo's beauty is everything
2017/08/14, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo looks ravishing in just jeans and a flower-accented white blouse. On the 14th, she posted this picture of herself on Instagram,...More

[HanCinema's Film Review] "MUSUDAN"
2017/08/12
A bunch of people keep dying in the Demilitarized Zone, so Captain Jin-ho (played by Kim Min-joon) puts together a crack team of South Korean special forces to figure out what the problem is. As for the members of his crack team, well, uh, Lieutenant Yoo-hwa (played by Lee Ji-ah) is a woman. We know that because she does womanly things like putting on makeup. As for the rest of those guys, I think Staff Sergent Yoon-gil (played by Park Yoo-hwan) ends up dying on base like a chump. That's as good as I can do for names,...More

'Cute' Song Hye-kyo from the past
2017/08/10, Source
Song Hye-kyo shared some old pictures. She posted a picture from the 2004 drama "Full House" on her Instagram,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's wedding to be held at Shilla Hotel
2017/08/07, Source
Actors Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki are getting married at the Shilla Hotel. The Song and Song couple have been getting a great deal of spotlight ever since getting together after the drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Interview] "The Battleship Island" Song Joong-ki thinks hard on the next movie
2017/08/06, Source
Looking back at weddings, sometimes a year is even not enough to prepare for a wedding. Do Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki feel that way too? "The Fact" interviewed Song Joong-ki last month. It may seem a little early but Song Joong-ki has that reputation where people are curious what movie he'll come out with next,...More

5 pieces of evidence that prove Song Joong-ki truly loves Song Hye-kyo
2017/08/02, Source
Hallyu stars Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are getting married in October and fans domestic and international are highly supportive. Song Joong-ki has appeared in various official events and interviews since the marriage announcement and he doesn't hide the fact that he is a very happy groom-to-be. Here are five pieces of evidence that prove that he loves her very much,...More

Song Joong-ki is a fool for Song Hye-kyo
2017/07/31, Source
Song Joong-ki is already being called 'the fool for Song Hye-kyo'. tvN "List of Names" ranked Song Joong-ki in 4th place for being a fool for his fiancé Song Hye-kyo,...More

Song Hye-kyo and "The Battleship Island" Song Joong-ki ranks 1st place in actor brand reputation
2017/07/30, Source
According to Big Data of July on film actor brand reputation, first is Song Joong-ki, second Song Kang-ho and third Gong Yoo. The Korea Corporate Research Institute analyzed 139,284,258 brand data of 50 Korean movie stars from June 28, 2017 to July 29, 2017 to measure the brand participation index, media index, communication index, and community index of consumers. Compared with 80,571,958 movie star brand big data in June, It increased by 72.87%,...More

Kim Ji-won Looks Forward to New Challenge in Upcoming Project
2017/07/29, Source
Actress Kim Ji-won has solidified her star status and become one of the most sought-after of the younger crop of actresses after appearing in the popular TV series "Fight My Way", which ended early this month,...More

Most Anticipated Korean Film of 2017 "The Battleship Island" Debuts in the USA and Canada August 4
2017/07/28, Source
CJ Entertainment's highly anticipated summer blockbuster, "The Battleship Island", a historical war film, is set to release on July 26 in Korea and on August 4 in over 40 cities across the U.S. and Canada. The title was featured at the Cannes Film Festival last month and was pre-sold to 113 territories worldwide,...More

Who's Your Favorite Couple From Kim Eun-sook's Dramas?
2017/07/27
Now that the main couple's cast was officially confirmed and released for Korea's #1 scriptwriter Kim Eun'sook's new drama, "Mr. Sunshine", everyone's more than excited for it,...More

Kim Eun-sook and Lee Byung-hun's "Mr. Sunshine"
2017/07/27, Source
"When Kim Eun-sook and Lee Byung-hun come together..." Hit writer Kim Eun-sook and Hollywood actor Lee Byung-hun are coming together,...More

[Interview] Song Joong-ki's keywords, #songhyekyo #thebattleshipisland #socialtainer #SongSongCouple
2017/07/26, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki is the hottest actor at the moment. He starred in the Japanese Invasion movie "The Battleship Island" and is getting married to Hallyu star Song Hye-kyo. We met Song Joong-ki in a café in Seoul. "The Battleship Island" and 'Song Hye-kyo' were all that were on his mind,...More

New Film Project Brings History Alive for Actor Song Joong-ki
2017/07/25, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki in an interview with the Chosun Ilbo on Monday said he jumped at the chance to work on "The Battleship Island", which hit theaters on Wednesday. "I received the script for the film when I was off work recovering from an injury I sustained while shooting 'Descendants of the Sun' last year. As soon as I read it, I had a hunch that this is something I should do, and I got straight on the phone to director Ryoo Seung-wan", Song said, adding that he tends to go with his hunches when choosing projects,...More

Song Joong-ki, a soldier again? 'What' is more important
2017/07/24, Source
'I want to be an actor who isn't careless about his social responsibilities or anything else' Hallyu star Song Joong-ki is back with "The Battleship Island". He was in a drama called "Descendants of the Sun" just a year ago and he was in the movie "A Werewolf Boy" 5 years ago. "The Battleship Island" will also be his last movie before he gets married on the 31st of October. In "The Battleship Island" he takes on the role of Park Moo-yeong a special agent who helps hundreds of people escape from the island,...More

Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki's families meet last week, wedding of the century
2017/07/16, Source
The Song-Song couple's families met last week. Song Joong-ki's father's friend told Sports Seoul that Song Joong-ki' father was happy about the meeting that's being held in Seoul,...More

Jasper Cho talks about Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo on Radio Star
2017/07/12, Source
Jasper Cho talked about Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki. He appeared in the MBC TV show "Radio Star" and talked about the drama he worked on with Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki,...More

Lee Byung-hun, Kim Tae-ri to Star in New TV Series
2017/07/11, Source
Lee Byung-hun and Kim Tae-ri will play the lead roles in a new TV series to be written by Kim Eun-sook, who scripted the megahit dramas "Descendants of the Sun" and "Goblin",...More

Lee Byung-hun and Kim Tae-ri Will Meet in Kim Eun-sook's New Drama!
2017/07/10
South Korea's most wanted scriptwriter Kim Eun-sook ("Goblin", "Descendants of the Sun" etc.) is writing a new drama called "Mr. Sunshine". According to her, this piece have been an on-going project for her since long ago,...More

[Lily's Take] Song-Song Couple, 5 Hidden Clues of their Relationship #SongSongCouple
2017/07/07
Actor Song Joong-ki and actress Song Hye-kyo's surprise wedding announcement shocked every single k-drama fans across the world! As they selected October 31st as their big day, there are many people who are envious and sending negative messages but there are also many who are sending their biggest blessings and congratulating messages,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's fortune altogether
2017/07/06, Source
Actors Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are getting married this October. Song Joong-ki has been living in a luxury villa in Seoul with his family and recently bought a house in Itaewon for over 10 billion won. It looks like that's where he'll be living with Song Hye-kyo,...More

Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo to Wed in October
2017/07/05, Source
Song Joong-ki (left) and Song Hye-kyo Actors Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo in a surprise announcement on Tuesday said they will tie the knot in October,...More

The 7 Lucky Charm Celebrities
2017/06/30
There are few actors and actresses we are awfully familiar with, because they are everywhere! These stars we will talk about today are not the top celebrities who always gets the main roles but rather, the minor roles that will withhold the show with their firm support! They are so-called the Lucky Charm Celebrities, as it is said that whatever movies/dramas they appear in, will end up in a great success!,...More

[USA & Canada] "The Battleship Island" Releases in U.S. and Canada August 4
2017/06/30
Most anticipated Korean film of 2017 "The Battleship Island" debuts in the USA and Canada August 4 From "Veteran" Director Ryoo Seung-wan, and Starring Hwang Jung-min from "Ode to My Father" and Song Joong-ki from "Descendants of the Sun",...More

The Dolls We All Wanted from the K-Dramas
2017/06/29
"Goblin" The drama "Goblin" made everyone wanting the Buckwheat Boy doll. Even after the drama was over, the Buckwheat Boy doll is sold out every time the new stock comes in,...More

Kim Su-an, "I couldn't concentrate because of Song Joong-ki"
2017/06/26, Source
Kim Su-an is a fan of Song Joong-ki. The showcase for the movie "The Battleship Island" was held on the 26th. Director Ryoo Seung-wan and actors Hwang Jung-min, So Ji-sub, Song Joong-ki, Lee Jung-hyun and Kim Su-an were there,...More

[Hot Takes from the Noonas] Lee Byung-hun to star in Kim Eun-sook's period drama, "Mr. Sunshine"
2017/06/24
Lee Byung-hun will finally make a comeback to the small screen in "Mr. Sunshine", the latest from Kim Eun-sook, the writer of "Goblin" and "Descendants of the Sun".,...More

[Interview] Song Joong-ki, "Interesting connections? I don't want to say them"
2017/06/21, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki celebrated the anniversary of Sports Seoul which was first published in the year 1985, the year he was born too. Song Joong-ki is remembered for his role as Yoo Si-jin in the drama "Descendants of the Sun" from last year. This year, he's coming back with the movie "The Battleship Island" as Park Moo-yeong,...More

[Interview] Song Joong-ki, "Born in 1985! Those were my rookie days"
2017/06/21, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki celebrated the anniversary of Sports Seoul which was first published in the year 1985, the year he was born, too. Song Joong-ki is remembered for his role as Yoo Si-jin in the drama "Descendants of the Sun" from last year. This year, he's coming back with the movie "The Battleship Island" as Park Moo-yeong,...More

Song Joong-ki's "Bali with Song Hye-kyo?"
2017/06/19, Source
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are in a rumor mill once again and their managements have come forth to explain. Song Joong-ki's management claimed they were 'looking into things',...More

Song Joong-ki on a trip with Song Hye-kyo?
2017/06/18, Source
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are in a scandal once again and their managements explained the situation. Blossom Entertainment reported that they are currently looking into matters,...More

[Photos] "The Battleship Island" Ryoo Seung-wan, "Song Joong-ki is outdated", Kim Su-an, "Handsome Gong Yoo VS good-natured Hwang Jung-min"
2017/06/15, Source
Director Ryoo Seung-wan showed affection for actor Song Joong-ki. The premiere of the movie "The Battleship Island" was held on the 15th. Ryoo Seung-wan, Hwang Jung-min, So Ji-sub, Song Joong-ki, Lee Jung-hyun and Kim Su-an were there,...More

Song Joong-ki purchases 10 billion won housing in Itaewon
2017/05/17, Source
Song Joong-ki bought a 10 billion won (~U$10 million) house in Itaewon. The real estate had two floors up and one floor in the basement. It is 602㎡ in surface area and 371㎡ in floor space,...More

"Fight My Way" to save KBS
2017/05/16, Source
The new KBS 2TV drama "Fight My Way" is expected to bring KBS back to game. "Fight My Way" is a romantic drama about young men and women who go their way in this realistic world which demands quality,...More

Kim Min-seok, "Descendants of the Sun" to "Defendant" to "Age of Youth 2"?
2017/05/11, Source
Kim Min-seok is on a roll. He has been expanding his spectrum with consistent appearance in dramas. Kim Min-seok starred in three dramas; SBS "Doctors", KBS 2TV "Descendants of the Sun" and SBS "Defendant" last year alone. His roles were unique too,...More

Song Joong-ki and Namgoong Min to make special appearance in "Man To Man"
2017/05/11, Source
Actors Song Joong-ki and Namgoong Min are starring in "Man to Man". They will be appearing in the ninth and tenth episodes,...More

Jeon So-mi's father Matthew, "Song Joong-ki is perfect", "His English is excellent"
2017/05/07, Source
IOI singer Jeon So-mi's father and actor Matthew Douma mentioned actor Song Joong-ki and said he was 'perfect'. He appeared in the MBC Everyone TV show "Video Star" and mentioned the time he filmed "Descendants of the Sun" with Song Joong-ki,...More

Gong Yoo and Song Hye-kyo light up Hong Kong
2017/05/07, Source
Hong Kong shone brightly over the weekend because Song Hye-kyo and Gong Yoo were there for work. Gong Yoo was in Hong Kong on the 6th for the Hong Kong Asia World Expo fan meeting "Make a Wish". He visited Hong Kong for the first time and spent 3 hours with 4,500 fans. Gong Yoo communicated with his fans with all his heart and sang Yoo Jae-ha's "The Reflection of Me". Gong Hyo-jin, who is Gong Yoo's best friend, made an appearance at the show,...More

DramaFever Award Winners: Korean Stars Gong Yoo, Lee Dong-wook, Ahn Jae-hyun, Jung Il-woo and more!
2017/04/27, Source
Votes are in! Drum Roll please The Fifth Annual DramaFever Awards winners are Korean hotties Song Hye-kyo ("Descendants of the Sun") for Best Actress and Gong Yoo ("Goblin") for Best Actor. Presented by H Mart and supported by Korea Tourism Organization, this year's awards concluded with over 3 million votes from DF lovers around the world. Please see a full list of winners, their acceptance speeches and highlights of their best performances of 2016 below. Congratulations to all of the winners!,...More

New dramas and movies coming soon, "Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho 2: Crime and Punishment" and more
2017/04/25, Source
Contents media group NEW revealed the line up for video contents production Studio and New. Studio and New was established in September last year in order to display high quality contents in the movie / drama section based on the production ability of "Descendants of the Sun" as a subsidiary of NEW,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Man to Man" Episode 1
2017/04/24
"Man to Man" hits the ground running with beautiful cinematography, a charismatic lead, and enough humor to take the edge off the many action scenes. From directors Kim Sang-ho-I ("Arang and the Magistrate") and Lee Chang-min-I ("Birth of a Beauty", "Midas"), and writer, Kim Won-seok-II ("Descendants of the Sun", "The Queen's Classroom"), this newest jTBC drama definitely pulled out all the stops to grab our attention. It makes it worthy of the first Korean drama for which Nextflix has acquired exclusive rights.,...More

Song Hye-kyo, the prettiest flower of all flowers
2017/04/12, Source
Song Hye-kyo was out flower watching. She posted a picture on her Instagram on the 13th. She looks excited under all the cherry blossoms,...More

The Hallyu map: Lee Min-ho and Song Joong-ki in Asia and Psy in the Americas and Europe
2017/04/11, Source
Hallyu stars have been placed all over the maps according to their popularity. Lee Min-ho, Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo and Psy have been active in the Americas, Europe and Asia and they have been forming indicators on the maps of countries they have targeted. These are the results of the survey conducted by the Ministry of Sports and Tourism and the Korea Foundation for International Culture Exchange of 7,200 men and women who have experienced Hallyu contents between the ages of 15 to 59. Lee Min-ho came in first and Song Joong-ki came in second in Asia. Lee Min-ho owes this popularity to his consecutive dramas such as "The Heirs" and "The Legend of the Deep Blue Sea",...More

[Malaysia] "Hallyu" Everyone! The Korean Lifestyle Roadshow 2017 is Back!
2017/04/09, Source
-Discover all things the "Hallyu" way- Indulge in all things Korean at the Korean Lifestyle Road Show 2017, a fair showcasing the best of Korean culture and the trendiest products. The 2-day event will be happening on 22nd and 23rd April 2017 (Saturday and Sunday) from 10.00AM to 10.00PM at Ground Central Floor, Berjaya Times Square Kuala Lumpur,...More

Will They Make "Chief Kim" Season 2?
2017/03/31
As "Chief Kim" successfully finish with a high viewer rating and everyone's satisfaction, the viewers are wanting more of this refreshing office drama,...More

Jin Goo, "Doing something inhumane like a human is expressing the character"
2017/03/28, Source
"It would be a lie if I said I didn't want to become the top actor. I just don't have 100% confidence yet. I hope in the next 3~4 years, I'll be an actor who makes the movie tickets worth it. I also want to be in the poster by myself too". Actor Jin Goo is coming back with the criminal movie "One Line". It's been two years since "Northern Limit Line". Before this, he'd been in the successful drama "Descendants of the Sun" and also in an unsuccessful drama called "Night Light". "One Line" is based in the middle of the 1990s and he plays a veteran loan fraud named Jang. He discovers a college student named Min-jae (Im Si-wan) who has a knack for deceiving people and brings him up as the next him. He lives by a principle that he doesn't fool people with low credit rating,...More

Song Hye-kyo says, "Goodbye winter"
2017/03/20, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo said bye to winter. She posted a picture on her Instagram on the 20th,...More

US Teaser Trailer & Poster: "The The Battleship Island"
2017/03/07
"The Battleship Island", a war film based on the Japanese occupation of Korea in 1944 and 400 or more Koreans that were conscripted into slave labor will be released in the U.S. by CJ Entertainment this summer,...More

[Interview] Song Hye-kyo, "I want to act with Jeon Do-yeon, Kim Hye-soo and Jun Ji-hyun"
2017/03/06, Source
Song Hye-kyo mentioned Jeon Do-yeon, Kim Hye-soo and Jun Ji-hyun as actresses she would like to work with. Song Hye-kyo talked about her thoughts on marriage, competition and friendship between actresses and looking forward to 40,...More

[Hot Takes from the Noonas] Park Bo-gum, Song Joong-ki top power list of Korean celebrities
2017/03/01
Drama stars, Park Bo-gum and Song Joong-ki took the number 1 and 2 spots on the Forbes 2017 Power Celebrity Rankings for Korea.,...More

Soompi Awards Generate Nearly 100 Million Fan Votes In Record-Shattering 12th Year
2017/03/01, Source
Category Winners Include K-Drama's 'The Legend of the Blue Sea', 'Descendents of the Sun' and K-Pop's GOT7, EXO, BTS Soompi, the leading source for Korean pop culture news and fandom and a division of global streaming service Viki, today announced the winners of its 12th Annual Soompi Awards, which generated a jaw-dropping 96 million online fan votes over four weeks, more than doubling last year's numbers and underscoring the continued growing popularity of Korean entertainment around the world. The awards are sponsored by Spottoon, a premium webtoon library,...More

[Lily's Take] All the Cheesy Lines from "Descendants of the Sun", "Goblin", "The Heirs" etc.
2017/02/28
Praise the screenwriter Kim Eun-sook, who steals women's hearts with her fingertips!! Her famous works include "Lovers in Paris", "The Heirs", "Secret Garden", "Descendants of the Sun" and "Goblin".,...More

[Lily's Take] Park Bo-gum, the No.1 Korea Power Celebrity in 2016
2017/02/27
Forbes Korea released the 2017 version of "Korea Power Celebrity 40" list,...More

What is the future of pre-production? "Descendants of the Sun" has been the only successful one
2017/02/23, Source
Last year's "Descendants of the Sun" set a record of 40% and created history in Korean drama. The scenario, the cast and the production were perfect, which shot the cast into stardom and bursted energy into Hallyu once again. On the other hand, the latest "Hwarang" ended with only single digits which proved it to be unsuccessful,...More

Song Hye-kyo, watches are the final touch
2017/02/22, Source
Song Hye-kyo attended the Fashion Week in England as the face of Korea. This is thanks to her beauty that stood out in "Descendants of the Sun". She stood in front of numerous foreign reporters and their cameras in a one shoulder knitted dress. The watch that she's wearing is a high quality brand watch, and fans who have noticed Song Joong-ki wearing the same watch call it the 'couple watch',...More

[Video] [Just out on Blu-ray and DVD] Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun" Director's Cut Edition
2017/02/13, Source
Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun" is available to order on Blu-ray and DVD director's cut Korean edition with English subtitles from YESASIA. Check Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won promotional video,...More

[Hot Takes from the Noonas] Jo In-sung is ready to work with "Goblin" writer Kim Eun-sook
2017/02/07
In a recent interview to promote his new film, "The King", actor Jo In-sung expressed his desire to work with the writer of recent hits "Goblin" and "Descendants of the Sun", Kim Eun-sook.,...More

TOP 5 stars who look good in military uniforms
2017/01/30, Source
- Song Joong-ki, "I do the difficult" Song Joong-ki played Captain Yoo Si-jin in the drama "Descendants of the Sun". He might look far from 'macho' and is actually 'cute' instead but seeing him in military and in action increased the fantasies of having a 'soldier boyfriend'. - Rain, the pilot Rain who recently got married to actress Kim Tae-hee played Jeong Tae-hoon, a pilot in the movie "R2B: Return to Base". He wore a tight-fitting pilot uniform with black sunglasses and this was new from the usual combat uniforms. It was rare for a movie to be based on pilots as well and Rain will be remembered as the only celebrity who played a pilot in uniform. - Kim Ji-won, the best female soldier Kim Ji-won is the only female actress who has been in uniform recently in a lead role. She played Yoon Myeong-joo, a military doctor in "Descendants of the Sun". The response to her in uniform was hot. She was also chosen as the female artist who looks the best in military in a vote sometime last year. 61 out of 531 chose her and she was the only actress in the TOP 10 list.,...More

[Hot Takes from the Noonas] Namgoong Min predicts 35% ratings for "Chief Kim"
2017/01/25
Namgoong Min has made a bold prediction of 35% viewership ratings for his new drama, "Chief Kim", which started today. Will his dreams come true?,...More

[Hot Takes from the Noonas] Goblin writer's next move after ratings high
2017/01/23
"Goblin" finished this past Saturday with a ratings high of 22.1% - a spectacular finish for a cable show. What is next for its writer, Kim Eun-sook?,...More

[Hot Takes from the Noonas] Goblin's tight production prompts special broadcast schedule
2017/01/11
"Goblin" will broadcast a special episode on January 14, resume on January 20 before finishing off with back-to-back episodes on January 21,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Conclusion of the First Annual HanCinema Awards
2017/01/08
The First Annual HanCinema Awards has concluded successfully thank to you, HanCinema Readers! With over half a million votes in fifteen categories, you let your voices be heard and we couldn't be more pleased! Thank you so much for joining us on this great adventure into film and drama!,...More

"Man to Man" and "Strong Woman Do Bong-soon", JTBC's 2017 starting off with a bang
2017/01/05, Source
JTBC has some good dramas up its sleeve again. "Man to Man" and "Strong Woman Do Bong-soon" has been talked about since the middle of last year. Park Hae-jin and Park Bo-young are some examples of the good line-up this year,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Kiss - And the Winner Is...
2017/01/02
There were so many amazing kisses in 2016 to make us melt and swoon. It's time to see which of the couples had your favorite kiss! Thank you so much for helping to make the First Annual HanCinema Awards a success.,...More

Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki, "Happy new year! Thank you!"
2017/01/02, Source
Actors Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo took a picture together. Song Hye-kyo posted this picture on her Instagram on the 1st of January saying, "Thank you! Have a Happy New Year!",...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Drama - And the Winner Is...
2017/01/01
Dramas give viewers so much so anticipate, enjoy, hope for, ship, and more. You have voted for your favorite and it's time to see what you chose! Thank you so much for helping to make the First Annual HanCinema Awards a success.,...More

Song Joong-ki covers the eyes of young actress Heo Jung-eun
2017/01/01, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki covered the eyes of a young actress when a kiss scene was playing during an awards event. This picture was spread far and wide via SNS and online communities,...More

Han Suk-kyu receives Grand Prize from SBS after 5 years
2017/01/01, Source
Actor Han Suk-kyu was awarded the Grand Prize at the SBS Drama Awards for the first time in 5 years. The "2016 SAF SBS Drama Awards" was held on the 31st of December. Han Suk-kyu took home the Grand Prize for his performance in the current drama "Dr. Romantic". This is the first time in 5 years since his nomination for "Deep-rooted Tree" in 2011,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Year End Ramblings
2016/12/31
Happy New Year everyone! May your dramas be enjoyable and their ratings kind. This is a slow news week, as you can imagine, but I do have a couple of interesting things to discuss and show you. I talk about pre-production woes and make you mourn over Namgoong Min's hair. Grab a beverage, get cozy and join me in this last piece for the year,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Couple in a Drama - And the Winner Is...
2016/12/31
The couples that powered 2016's romantic inertia with their sweet interactions received your votes. It was a fierce competition and now it's time to reveal the winning couple. Thank you so much for helping to make the First Annual HanCinema Awards a success.,...More

[Hot Takes From the Noonas] 2016 KBS Drama Awards fashion show
2016/12/31
It's time for the year-end award ceremonies when the three major Korean broadcasters use trophies to reward their top performing actors and dramas. So, let's focus on what really matters: the red carpet fashion. Last up: the 2016 KBS Drama Awards!,...More

KBS Drama Awards 2016 Winners
2016/12/31
KBS Drama Awards 2016 winners' list,...More

Park Bo-gum Tops Yoo Jae-suk as Most-Searched Star Online
2016/12/30, Source
Actor Park Bo-gum, who enjoyed soaring popularity with the TV series "Answer Me 1988" and "Moonlight Drawn by Clouds", was the most-searched entertainer on the Internet this year in Korea, according to big data analysis by SK Telecom. Park generated 792,560 mentions this year,...More

Classic lines and scenes from dramas throughout the year - Part 1
2016/12/28, Source
Dramas bloomed this year. People laughed and cried watching them. Dramas have always been around us and everyone such as writers, directors and crew of these dramas deserve applause. There are some dramas that we still remember today for their classic lines and scenes. - January tvN "Answer Me 1988",...More

Drama Awards Preview: Men taking over ground-wave dramas; Song Joong-ki, Lee Jong-suk and Han Suk-kyu
2016/12/28, Source
Is it going to be a men's party this end-of-year? The drama awards are coming up soon. All the actors that appeared on TV throughout the year are going to be at the MBC, KBS and SBS Drama Awards. MBC awarded Ji Sung, KBS Go Doo-shim and Kim Soo-hyun, and SBS awarded Joo Won the Grand Prize last year,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Actress in a Drama - And the Winner Is...
2016/12/27
For the past two weeks you all have voted for who you, HanCinema Readers, have supported as the "Best Actress in Drama". Today it's time to reveal who you have chosen as your favorite leading lady. We thank you so much for being a part of the First Annual HanCinema Awards and for making it a success.,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Actor in a Drama - And the Winner Is...
2016/12/27
Today is the day to reveal two fierce categories. The first of those is "Best Actor in a Drama. Six of the hottest actors on Korean and international television vied for your votes. HanCinema thanks you for your support and for joining for the First Annual HanCinema Awards.,...More

Kim Ji-won with UNICEF at the end of the year
2016/12/27, Source
Actress Kim Ji-won conducted a campaign with UNICEF-We Action [#every child]. Behind-the-scene cuts of the actress came up online. Other King Kong Entertainment stars participated in this campaign to help needy children with care facilities, relief goods, medical care and education,...More

The dilemma of pre-produced dramas that even "Hwarang" couldn't avoid
2016/12/27, Source
It's not easy for a pre-produced drama to succeed. Statistically, they haven't done so well. They've had low percentages which doesn't cope with the viewers' immediate reactions. There have been various pre-produced dramas this year. Half of them succeeded, while the other half didn't,...More

Lee Kwang-soo's busy 2016, from lead roles to special appearances
2016/12/27, Source
Lee Kwang-soo has had a busy year. We take a look back at Lee Kwang-soo's journey throughout 2016. He has been in title roles in sitcoms as an ice hockey player and even a low ranking citizen in the Shilla period. He made special appearances in various dramas and rewrote the history of special appearances,...More

Lee Kwang-soo's 2016 was a good one
2016/12/26
Starting the very first of this year on January 1st, 2016, actor Lee Kwang-soo have been busy with many shows up his sleeve,...More

[Hot Takes from the Noonas] "Hwarang" begins with low ratings
2016/12/21
KBS flower boy sageuk, "Hwarang" began airing this week and suffered disappointing ratings with 6.9% for its first episode and 7.2% for its second episode. What went wrong?,...More

"Moonlight Drawn By Clouds", "Descendants of the Sun" and K-Pop Group TWICE lead 12th Annual Soompi Award Nominations
2016/12/21, Source
Soompi Partners with Fuse for 12th Annual Soompi Awards, Aims to Shatter 40 Million Fan Votes Record Globally Acclaimed Series 'Descendants of the Sun', 'Moonlight Drawn by Clouds' Lead K-Drama Category; JYP Entertainment's TWICE Leads in K-Pop Soompi, the leading source for Korean pop culture news and fandom and a division of Viki, Inc., today announced the nominations for the 12th Annual Soompi Awards. Until January 16, fans will be able to vote in 30 K-Drama and K-Pop categories with winners to be announced in February. Last year, the Soompi Awards generated an incredible 40 million votes on Soompi and on social media platforms like Twitter and LINE, underscoring the massive global fandom around Korean entertainment,...More

Park Hwan-hee to star in "The King Loves" with Im Si-wan and Yoona
2016/12/18, Source
Park Hwan-hee is starring in the new drama "The King Loves". She's acting in the role of Wang-dan, the next most important character after Im Si-wan and Yoona,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Kiss in a Drama
2016/12/17
The turning point and highlight of many-a-drama is the kiss. If we're lucky, there are more than one. But a kiss defines the boiling point of a K-drama relationship and is a beautiful thing to watch. There were many fine kisses in 2016. Vote for your favorite from December 17 to December 24. The results will be announced the last week of 2016!,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Drama
2016/12/16
The year of 2016 brought a whole lot of awesome to television and this list of nominees is the creme of the crop. From December 16 to December 23 you can vote for your favorite drama of the year. Results will be revealed during the last week of 2016!,...More

[Hot Takes from the Noonas] Park Bo-gum's break out year ends with a win and rumours
2016/12/16
Park Bo-gum had a stellar 2016 with two hit dramas. Now, Gallup Poll Korea confirms his status as Top Drama Actor of the year while gay rumours circulate,...More

Top 5 Dramas that Took Over 2016
2016/12/16, Source
With just 2 weeks left of 2016, lets break down the top 5 best dramas of the year,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Couple in a Drama - Cast Your Vote!
2016/12/15
A drama that can make its audience root for a couple, ship the couple, love the couple, cry with the couple, and laugh with the couple is a strong drama indeed. Romance is a huge driving factor in K-drama and it is only right to take a look at the best K-drama couples of 2016. From December 15 to December 22 vote for your favorite drama couple!,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Dr. Romantic" Episode 11
2016/12/13
There is little peace to be found for Doldam Hospital ever since the new staff arrived, and things keep escalating for the worse. A very delicate situation forms when the military becomes involved with a patient and Seo-jeong faces the threat of a lawsuit by the family of the DUI perpetrator. Meanwhile Teacher Kim tries to keep everything under control and observe how his two most trusted pupils react to the power games,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Foreign Actor - Cast Your Vote!
2016/12/12
More and more foreign faces grace the film and drama world in Korea. Actors from all over the globe take roles in drama and film and are getting recognition for it in Korea. From December 12 to December 19 you can vote for your favorite foreign actors!,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Actress in a Drama - Cast Your Vote!
2016/12/11
The leading ladies of 2016 have been strong, giving us excellent performances that make us laugh, cry, and cheer. Most importantly, these women have proven that the actresses of Hallyu are leaders in their art!,...More

[HanCinema Awards] Best Actor in a Drama - Cast Your Vote!
2016/12/11
This year has been a powerhouse year for good drama and for its leading men. Young actors shot to stardom. Some made comebacks after returning from the military. Others continue on a glorious climb upwards on the Hallyu walk of fame.,...More

KBS Drama Awards 2016 Nominees
2016/12/09, Source
KBS Drama Awards 2016 Nominees for the 2016/12/31 ceremony to be presented by Jun Hyun-moo, Park Bo-gum and Kim Ji-won,...More

Song Joong-ki Most Favored Star in Advertising
2016/12/08, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki has been chosen as the most favored model by consumers this year, according to a poll by Korea Broadcast Advertising Corporation. Song, the star of the hit TV series "Descendants of the Sun", earned the top spot with 16 percent of the votes,...More

Can Goblin receive the five stars rating?
2016/12/06
"Goblin" has all the concepts I like in a K-drama. That historical/modern mix topped with mysterious fantasy, a lovely yet confident heroin, and bromance,...More

"Goblin" Beats "The Legend of the Blue Sea" and Ranks 1st for TV Hot Issue Section
2016/12/05, Source
"Goblin" has ranked number 1 for the TV hot issue section for dramas,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Wins Best Drama Award at the Asian TV Awards
2016/12/03, Source
KBS drama, "Descendants of the Sun" has been given the Best Drama Award at the ATA: Asian Television Awards,...More

Bromance is the main attraction this winter
2016/11/28, Source
Bromance has become a favored genre in recent times on top of romance between handsome men and pretty women. Some dramas with Bromance along the lines are "Dr. Romantic", "The Legend of the Blue Sea", "Goblin" and "Hwarang". The Bromance can occur between master and student or a team of frauds or even young peers. Song Joong-ki and Jin Goo from "Descendants of the Sun", Kim Rae-won and Yoon Kyun-sang of "Doctors" and Cho Jung-seok and Go Kyung-pyo from "Incarnation of Jealousy" started bro-mancing earlier this year. "Dr. Romantic" Han Suk-kyu who plays Kim Sa-bu the bad tempered doctor and Yoo Yeon-seok in the role of Kang Dong-joo, seem to have started off on the wrong foot but are slowly getting to know each other. However, on the fifth episode, Kim Sa-bu preached Kang Dong-joo about the responsibilities of being a doctor when he couldn't overcome the trauma of operating on a patient. Kim Sa-bu stood by and watched Kang Dong-joo perform surgery until the end. Han Suk-kyu and Yoo Yeon-seok have always been on thin glass until this moment where it showed Kim Sa-bu opening up to Kang Dong-joo,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Goblins, Trials and Errors
2016/11/19
2016 has almost ended and so we can officially start salivating over its last few dramas and what comes in 2017. After a long journey, "Defendant" finally has its cast and premiere month. Before that, "Goblin" aims to provide impressive visuals and captivating fantasy romance while "Solomon's Perjury" brings a group of fresh faces to familiar social struggles and injustice. It looks like we get a lot of diversity in the upcoming months,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "The Legend of the Blue Sea" Episode 2
2016/11/17
"The Legend of the Blue Sea" is starting out strong, beating its pre-produced predecessor "Descendants of the Sun" in ratings. Although the story still hasn't proceeded very far, the dialogue is charming, wittily delivered, and the ten minute long chase scenes are overflowing with Jun Ji-hyun's irresistible energy. Romance blooms quickly in this drama, growing during fights with thugs, interspecies culture clashes, and all sorts of mermaid badassery,...More

"The Legend of the Blue Sea" Receives Higher Ratings than Popular Drama "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/11/17, Source
SBS new Wednesday/Thursday drama, "The Legend of the Blue Sea" has been off to a great start,...More

"The Legend of the Blue Sea" first episode, Jun Ji-hyun and Lee Min-ho, the dream casting effect
2016/11/16, Source
The first episode of "The Legend of the Blue Sea" was successful thanks to Lee Min-ho and Jun Ji-hyun who collaborated with writer Park Ji-eun. The first episode of "The Legend of the Blue Sea" recorded a higher number than Park Ji-eun's "My Love from the Star" and "Descendants of the Sun",...More

2016 Asia Artist Awards to Reveal the Best Drama of the Year
2016/11/15, Source
The 2016 Asia Artist Awards is a ceremony where the most popular Korean dramas and music of the year come together. They will begin the award ceremony on November 16,...More

Song Hye-kyo's 20th anniversary fan meeting, Song Joong-ki and Yoo Ah-in guests
2016/11/13, Source
Song Joong-ki and Yoo Ah-in were the special guests at Song Hye-kyo's fan meeting. The actress celebrated her 20th anniversary with her fans on the 13th. She celebrated the 10th anniversary of her debut in 2005. Yoo Ah-in and Song Joong-ki came to show their support,...More

Song Hye-kyo, unalterable rules of original beauty
2016/11/13, Source
Song Hye-kyo must be a doll. She's had big eyes, a pointy nose and small lips ever since she was a kid,...More

Song Joong-ki fan meeting consignment company failed to pay organizer resulting in 1.4 billion won lawsuit
2016/11/08, Source
Song Joong-ki is involved with an issue regarding payment for his fan meeting. This issue is not about the actor himself but about the organizers. Various Chinese media claimed that the fan meeting Consignment Company has filed a suit against the organizers for 9.6 million Hong Kong dollars,...More

Song Joong-ki, "Fan meeting cost, nothing to do with the actor"
2016/11/07, Source
Song Joong-ki's management explained about the fan meeting costs. Blossom Entertainment told Sports Today on the 7th, "The rumors about Song Joong-ki's Chinese fan meeting costs have taken a wrong turn. Adjustments will be made to parts that are wrong and it has nothing to do with the actor directly",...More

Song Hye-kyo shines even without make-up
2016/10/31, Source
Song Hye-kyo posted a picture on Instagram on the 29th. She's standing in front of an exotic building and she's looking into her cell phone,...More

Song Hye-kyo, Song Joong-ki to Receive Presidential Awards
2016/10/26, Source
Song Hye-kyo (left) and Song Joong-ki The stars of the megahit TV series "Descendants of the Sun" will receive presidential commendations for their contributions to Korean pop culture,...More

Song Hye-kyo, beautiful in a pose
2016/10/23, Source
Song Hye-kyo looks lovely. She posted a picture on her Instagram on the 24th saying, "It was great",...More

Song Joong-ki to appear in "Man To Man" as cameo
2016/10/03, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki showed his loyalty to writer Kim Won-seok who wroter "Descendants of the Sun". According to sources, Song Joong-ki is going to make a cameo appearance in the new JTBC drama "Man to Man",...More

2016 APAN Star Awards Winners
2016/10/02
2016 APAN Star Awards Winners,...More

APAN Star Awards Nominees List: Song Joong-ki, Park Shin-hye, Song Hye-kyo, Cho Jin-woong and more
2016/09/29, Source
The nominees of the Asia Pacific Star Awards were released on the 29th. The APAN Star Awards is a part of the 2016 DMC Festival being held from the 1st of October to the 11th. All channels and dramas are the objects of this event and 16 candidates are nominated for the Grand Prize,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Fame and Hightailing Mermaids
2016/09/24
Chuseok is behind us and I come bearing gifts. Humble gifts, but it is the thought that counts? The much awaited mermaid and her beau have been sighted in what is the first few filming photos from "The Legend of the Blue Sea" and you get to know a little more about co-star Shin Hye-sun. I also contemplate the gravity of pop culture through the success of "Descendants of the Sun". Lastly, there are many new dramas in our future to look out for and I check some out,...More

Korean Tourism Ad in New York Features Song Joong-ki
2016/09/22, Source
A video clip promoting Korean tourism, starring actor Song Joong-ki, has been on a billboard in downtown New York since Monday,...More

Jung Il-woo, "I want to try Song Joong-ki's role in 'Descendants of the Sun'"
2016/09/20, Source
Actor Jung Il-woo who is 10 years into acting said he wanted to try out the role of a soldier. He appeared on the TV show "Showbiz Korea". He was asked if there was something he would like to try out, he said, "I think there is a right age for every role. I want to do what I can do best at this age",...More

Song Joong-ki looks good shaved as well, "I'm back as Park Moo-yeong"
2016/09/10, Source
Lieutenant Yoo came to the Seoul Drama Awards with his head shaved. He looks good even with a shaved head. He's recently been filming the movie "The Battleship Island". He's been a solider for a few months now since "Descendants of the Sun",...More

11th Seoul International Drama Awards 2016 Winners
2016/09/08
11th Seoul International Drama Awards 2016 winners' list,...More

Seoul Drama Awards held today, Yoo Ah-in competes with Benedict Cumberbatch
2016/09/08, Source
Yoo Ah-in is competing with Benedict Cumberbatch. The Seoul Drama Awards is being held at KBS Hall in Yeouido on the 8th. The 11th SDA is the only drama special awards show in the world. 265 dramas were selected out of 51 countries and 28 drama producers and artists from 28 dramas.,...More

[Photos] Song Hye-kyo VS Jun Ji-hyun, Sexy VS Chic
2016/09/08, Source
Actresses Song Hye-kyo and Jun Ji-hyun have come out with pictorials. First, Song Hye-kyo modeled for the brand Amore Pacific Laniege under the title, 'Her True Colors',...More

Song Joong-ki eating red ginseng, Park Shin-hye washing her hair and Nana drinking coffee: PPL of 2016
2016/09/06, Source
Various PPL have been appearing in dramas and entertainment shows. A PPL alone can complete a star's day and the variety has reached as far as food and drinks, cars, make-up, cosmetics and games. PPL is a form of advertisement where products are exposed as props, products, companies, service names and or logos. PPL has been legalized since 2010 and indirect advertisements on ground-wave channels have doubled in just 5 years,...More

[Photos] "Descendants of the Sun" publishes medal with Song-Song kissing
2016/09/05, Source
"We remember the day that shone like the sun" "Descendants of the Sun" medals are coming out in October,...More

Exports Plugged by TV Stars Soar Despite Overall Slump
2016/09/04, Source
The hit TV series "Descendants of the Sun" took China by storm in March and boosted sales of products endorsed by the program and its actors. Product placement covered anything from cosmetics to watches and sunglasses, which sold out quickly. A search on Chinese online shopping mall Taobao for the star Song Hye-kyo brings up close to 100,000 products,...More

Cha Tae-hyun, Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum
2016/09/01, Source
There's no saying who's first. Cha Tae-hyun, Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum belong to the same agency. They are also responsible for the KBS boom. Cha Tae-hyun is responsible for KBS in an entertainment TV show while Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum are in dramas,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' PD Lee Eung-bok leaves KBS completely
2016/08/26, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' PD Lee Eung-bok will leave KBS after all. According to an insider in entertainment business told BIzEnter on August 26th, "KBS 2TV 'Descendants of the Sun' PD Lee Eung-bok resignation letter has been processed today",...More

[Photos] Song Joong-ki's eyes did everything, a cold-hearted man
2016/08/22, Source
Song Joong-ki shot a pictorial. SPA brand TOPTEN released the FW collection of 2016. Actor Song Joong-ki was busy with the drama "Descendants of the Sun" and is currently in the making of the movie "The Battleship Island". He modeled for TOPTEN wearing bomber jackets, black jeans, vintage jeans and camel coats. Apparently they are some of his daily items,...More

Song Hye-kyo sends coffee truck to Song Joong-ki's movie set
2016/08/21, Source
Song Hye-kyo sent a coffee truck for the cast and staff members of the movie "The Battleship Island". Coffee Pong posted pictures on its Instagram saying, "We recently went out to support actor Song Joong-ki by the orders of Song Hye-kyo. Song Joong-ki always comes by to say hello himself",...More

[Orion's Drama News] Conmen, Bodyguards and Love Triangles
2016/08/20
This week I share news about the expanding cast of "The Legend of the Blue Sea" and lament its lack of mermen. JTBC maybe-bromance drama about a hallyu star and his bodyguard now has its main creator duo and I am a bit torn, but mostly hopeful. "Incarnation of Jealousy" piles on the love triangles and said jealousy, which will surely create one big and hopefully entertaining romantic mayhem. Let us take a look at Dramaland's past week,...More

Park Hae-jin to collaborate with director Lee Chang-min-I in upcoming JTBC drama "Man To Man"
2016/08/17, Source
Park Hae-jin is joining hands with writer Kim Won-seok-II and director Lee Chang-min-I in "Man to Man". The new JTBC drama "Man to Man" announced that director Lee Chang-min-I will be taking charge on the 18th,...More

Liquor Advertisers Revert to Star Formula
2016/08/15, Source
Seolhyun (left) and Song Joong-ki Booze advertisers are increasingly reverting to the tried and tested formula of hiring stars to pitch their products as government restrictions bite. Newly minted star Song Joong-ki and girl group member Seolhyun are pushing rival beer brands during the Olympic marketing season this summer,...More

[HanCinema's Event Coverage] KCON LA 2016 Saturday Concert Review + Poster Giveaway
2016/08/09
There is something magical about a K-pop concert. Perhaps it's the well-known talent, finesse, and beauty of K-pop stars. Perhaps it's the zest, intricacy, and cleverness of their music. Perhaps it's the fact that live K-pop performances are not easily come by in North America. KCON USA has been the major organization through which K-pop has become more accessible. Smaller organizers have begun to make places like New York and LA hotspots for K-pop. But the opportunity to see favorites is still far and few between. Regardless of the "why", the concerts at KCON LA 2016 presented by Toyota were a surreal experience. Let's jump into the first night of concerts when acts from rookie to pro graced the stage and had the crowd roaring the entire time,...More

[Upcoming Blu-ray and DVD Release] Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/08/01, Source
Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun" is available to pre-order on Blu-ray and DVD director's cut Korean edition with English subtitles from YESASIA,...More

'Moonlight Drawn by Clouds' Park Bo-gum, Kim Yoo-jung and Jin Young getting ready for youthful love triangle
2016/07/29, Source
'Moonlight Drawn by Clouds' Park Bo-gum, Kim Yoo-jung and Jin Young together showed off their heartwarming appearances. On July 29th, KBS 2TV's forthcoming Monday & Tuesday drama, 'Moonlight Drawn by Clouds' posted a couple of photos of the three stars on their official Instagram,...More

Jin Goo looks suave and smooth on the cover page of Chinese hallyu magazine
2016/07/28, Source
July 28th, Jin Goo's agency BH Entertainment has unveiled Jin Goo's pictorial still images featured on a Hallyu magazine. Jin Goo showcases the luxury yet comfrotable casual look. His perfectly imperfect messy hairstyle completes the look. Since his appearance in 'Descendants of the Sun', Jin Goo still looks hot,...More

Park Bo-gum to visit Hong Kong for 'Answer Me 1988' promotion
2016/07/25, Source
Park Bo-gum will visit Hong Kong to promote tvN's 'Answer Me 1988'. According to viu TV in Hong Kong on July 25th, Park Bo-gum will join the 'Answer Me 1988' promotion on July 28th. He will also talk with his fans about the drama during the event,...More

Song Hye-kyo looks exquisite in a black see-through dress
2016/07/22, Source
Song Hye-kyo showed off her gorgeous presence. On July 22nd, Song Hye-kyo attended an opening event for a luxury clothing brand in Hong Kong. The mesmerizing actress captured the hearts of people in Hong Kong,...More

Onew wins new actor award and bursts into tears during acceptance speech
2016/07/19, Source
Onew was recognized for his potential to become a good actor. 2016 Scene Stealer Festival was held at Jangchung Gymnasium at 6 PM on July 19th,...More

"Lucky Romance" ends in third place
2016/07/14, Source
"Lucky Romance" ended in third place. According to Nielsen Korea, MBC drama "Lucky Romance" rated 6.4% on the 14th which is a 0.4% drop from the previous episode,...More

Song Hye-kyo shines in San Francisco
2016/07/14, Source
Song Hye-kyo has shared a part of her recent daily life. On July 14, Song Hye-kyo posted a photo of herself on her personal Instagram,...More

Ji Seung-hyun from "Descendants of the Sun" to star in "Ordinary Person"
2016/07/13, Source
Actor Ji Seung-hyun is starring in the movie "Ordinary Person". He takes on the role of a detective named Park Dong-gyu. He co-stars with Son Hyun-joo and Jang Hyuk,...More

"Master - God of Noodles" Jung Yoo-mi, doesn't feel pressure from "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/07/07, Source
She had no time to breathe. Jung Yoo-mi went from drama to drama when she starred in "Master - God of Noodles". She was exhausted, but in the end she smiled and said she got to meet a lot of nice people. The Fact interviewed her. Chae Yeo-kyeong from "Master - God of Noodles" is a very tragic character. She watched her parents die a brutal death and was raised in an orphanage. She took a stand to the director of the orphanage who tried to rape her and became a killer,...More

Song Joong-ki spotted at LA Dodgers game
2016/07/06, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki was spotted at a major league baseball game. Pictures of him were posted online on the 6th. Song Joong-ki is wearing sunglasses and a hooded shirt but he's recognizable from afar. He was watching the LA and Baltimore game,...More

Kim Ji-won and Jo Yoon-hee show off gorgeous chemistry
2016/07/05, Source
Kim Ji-won and Jo Yoon-hee showed off their youthful pure-hearted chemistry together. Kim Ji-won guest appeared in KBS Cool FM ' Jo Yoon-hee's Raise your volume'. After finishing recording, the two stars took a picture together. The two gorgeous actresses smiled into the camera to remember the day. Bogh without makeup look fresh and graceful,...More

"Uncontrollably Fond" sold at 400,000 USD per episode
2016/07/03, Source
The drama "Uncontrollably Fond" has been sold for 400,000 USD per episode. According to sources, KBS 2TV drama "Uncontrollably Fond" has been sold to China for 400,000 USD per episode,...More

KCON LA: Special guest performers Davichi and Turbo announced #KCON16LA @KCONUSA
2016/07/03, Source
KCON 2016 Presented by Toyota revealed today two special guest artists, pop-ballad duo Davichi and K-dance group Turbo, who will be performing at KCON 2016 Los Angeles! Celebrating its fifth anniversary, KCON USA is the world's largest Korean culture convention and music festival. KCON NY returned to the Prudential Center on June 24-25, seeing over 42,000 passionate fans in attendance for the two-day event. KCON LA kicks off on July 29-31, taking over the L.A. Live area including the Staples Center and Los Angeles Convention Center for three days of convention and two nights of concerts,...More

Bae Suzy vs IU, two best friends take up challenge to pre-filming production
2016/06/29, Source
Bae Suzy and IU, the two best friends are returning to the small screen through two different dramas produced on the pre-filming system. As the dramas are produced through the 100% pre-filming system and will be broadcast in Korea and China at the same time, the anticipation has been raised even higher. While the two stars, who experienced acting for the first time for their roles in "Dream High", 2011, will they be able to earn a happy scorecard through the upcoming dramas?,...More

Song Joong-ki's agency clarifies his dating rumor
2016/06/29, Source
Song Joong-ki was engulfed in dating rumor, which first started from a Chinese media. On June 29th, a Chinese entertainment news company has reported that Song Joong-ki visited Los Angeles to shoot a commercial and he was accompanied by a group of about ten friends, which included his non-celebrity girlfriend,...More

Song Hye-kyo, selfie with writer Kim Eun-sook
2016/06/27, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo and writer Kim Eun-sook met. Song Hye-kyo posted a picture on her Instagram with Kim Eun-sook,...More

Song Joong-ki in first place for 5 months in a row
2016/06/27, Source
Song Joog-ki is in the lead for brand reputation for 5 months in a row. According to brand reputation for advertisement models, Song Joong-ki came in 1st, Park Shin-hye 2nd and Taeyeon 3rd. The Korean Business and Reputation Research Institute measured consumers' brand participation and communication by analyzing 41,004,104 big data of 20 advertisement models from the 24th of May 2016 to 25th of June 2016,...More

Sergeant Seo, Jin Goo looks handsome, full of charimsma
2016/06/27, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' star Sergeant Seo, Jin Goo showed off his charismatic look. Jin Goo posted a photo of himself on his personal Instagram on June 27,...More

Song Joong-ki's Taiwan fan meeting with 4,000 fans
2016/06/26, Source
Song Joong-ki's Taiwan fan meeting was a success. He met with 4,000 Taiwanese fans on the 25th,...More

Song Hye-kyo shines just by standing there
2016/06/24, Source
Song Hye-kyo has shared a part of her daily life after a while. On June 24, Song Hye-kyo has revealed a photo of herself on her personal Instagram,...More

Kim Woo-bin, Bae Suzy, Lee Jong-suk and Han Hyo-joo
2016/06/22, Source
The upcoming dramas are being anticipated. Kim Woo-bin, Bae Suzy, Lee Jong-suk, Han Hyo-joo, Kim Ah-joong, Ji Hyun-woo and other top stars are coming back with different genres,...More

Kim Ji-won looks mesmerizing with her deep eyes and chic facial expressions in her new pictorial
2016/06/20, Source
Kim Ji-won drew her gorgeous look with the matured personality. On June 20, beauty fashion magazine SURE has revealed her pictorial for the cover page of their July issue. She presented the peach and nude colored complexion and subtle smoky eye makeup to create the ethnic looks, while striking poses in front of the vintage background,...More

Before and after "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/06/19, Source
The best drama so far this year has to be "Descendants of the Sun". Not only did it cause a syndrome in Korea, but in China as well, and dramas that were released after "Descendants of the Sun" have also been on the upturn. KBS wasn't doing so well before "Descendants of the Sun" came along. Ku Hye-sun and Ahn Jae-hyun's "Blood", "Who Are You - School 2015", "Remember You", "The Eccentric Daughter-in-Law", "Cheeky Go Go", "Oh My Venus" and "Moorim School" stayed on one-digit records. They didn't do too well,...More

[HanCinema's Digest] Travel Bug Bites
2016/06/18
Discover classy cigar lounges Seoul, a Korean Air flight attendant shares her beauty secrets, a new app helps pregnant women secure a subway seat, and have you visited Nami island on the Han river?,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" genuine certified products sold in 4 countries
2016/06/15, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" official merchandise goods have been released. Various items with the faces of the characters from "Descendants of the Sun" are being sold in Korea, China, Taiwan and Japan,...More

Song Joong-ki, Park Hae-jin and Eric Mun gone, now it's Kim Woo-bin, Lee Min-ho, Lee Jong-suk and Ji Chang-wook
2016/06/14, Source
A new group of Hallyu kings are coming after Park Hae-jin, Song Joong-ki and Eric Mun. Yoo Jeong ("Cheese in the Trap"), Captain Yoo Si-jin ("Descendants of the Sun") and Park Do-kyeong ("Oh Hae-Young Again") have gone and 4 more are coming up. These Asian Hallyu stars are increasing anticipation as days go by,...More

Song Joong-ki, "I wrote Lee Kwang-soo's name on a rock during "Descendants of the Sun""
2016/06/13, Source
Song Joong-ki thinks a lot about Lee Kwang-soo. A Chinese media reported that Song Joong-ki and Lee Kwang-soo have special bromance,...More

[HanCinema's Digest] Photography and Art
2016/06/11
Discover five South Korean photographers worth keeping an eye on, catch the stars strut their stuff from the Baeksang Arts Awards, The Korea Herald remembers one of Korea's legendary artists, and see what Soomin Ham has to say about her recent exhibitions in America,...More

How the industry looks at Song Joong-ki
2016/06/09, Source
News about Song Joong-ki transferring agencies is finally out. Rumors that have been going around have finally come out as news. Song Joong-ki's sources of course, are denying it. A media reported that Song Joong-ki is sounding out to a Chinese agency's offer for 20 billion won. Current agency Blossom Entertainment is determined to leave, although they're careful about it because of legal matters,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki VS "Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho" Park Shin-yang
2016/06/08, Source
Park Shin-yang from "Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho" is a very strong candidate going against Song Joong-ki from "Descendants of the Sun" this year. KBS 2TV drama "Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho" is the justice story of a neighborhood lawyer named Jo Deul-ho,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' writer Kim Eun-sook vs 'My Love from the Star' writer Park Ji-eun, exciting match comes in November
2016/06/08, Source
The exciting match between the two big name writers is coming in November this year. Kim Eun-sook with tvN's new drama, "Goblin" (working title) and Park Ji-eun with SBS' 'The Legend of the Blue Sea' are anticipated to fascinate their drama fans in November. Both Kim Eun-sook and Park Ji-eun are star writers who have scored a huge success in terms of the quality of the material as well as the viewership rating. Park Ji-eun earned the trusted name as a writer with KBS 2TV 'My Husband Got a Family' and SBS "My Love from the Star". Kim Eun-sook with SBS 'Lovers in Paris' and "Secret Garden" listed her name as a star writer earlier than Park Ji-eun,...More

Song Hye-kyo makes special appearance at Song Joong-ki's Chinese fan meeting
2016/06/07, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo showed loyalty for Song Joong-ki. Additional responses from fellow celebrities appearing at Song Jong-ki's Asian Tour Fan Meeting have been announced,...More

"Uncontrollably Fond" VS "W" VS "Incarnation of Jealousy": Hot summer battle
2016/06/06, Source
It is unpredictable. No one can know which is more superior. The three ground-wave dramas are battling against each other. They say a drama is a writer's art. Three dramas with tight scenarios and the best cast are competing against each other and it's going to be intense. The greatest drama so far is the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" which ended in April. After that, dramas battled to be the best on the 10% range. "Lucky Romance" has taken its place and is running on top rank but the gap between it and the second ranking drama isn't that much,...More

Song Hye-kyo's doll-like beauty
2016/06/06, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo's beauty never fades. She posted a picture on her Instagram saying, "A few years ago",...More

From Won Bin to Kim Woo-bin, the story behind casting for 'Descendants of the Sun' Yoo Si-jin
2016/06/06, Source
The story behind casting for Yoo Si-jin in 'Descendants of the Sun' has been revealed. tvN's entertainment news show, 'Name List' aired on June 6 has revealed a list of 'Winners and Losers in casting war, lucky casting and the destiny of stars to cross paths',...More

Chinese site, "Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are perfect in every angle"
2016/06/06, Source
China's biggest video site 'Ichi' uploaded pictures of Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo from the 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards. They announced that Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo won the Most Popular Couple in the TV category and revealed pictures of the couple,...More

52nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2016 Winners in Dramas
2016/06/03
52nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2016 winners in dramas,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Jin Goo shines in France as well
2016/06/02, Source
Actor Jin Goo says hi from France. He posted pictures on his Instagram on the 3rd,...More

Lee Byung-hun VS Yoo Ah-in VS Song Joong-ki, who will take home the Baeksang Arts Awards?
2016/06/02, Source
Who is going to be the face of Baeksang? The 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards is being held on the 3rd of June at the Seoul Kyeonghee University. The Baeksang Arts Awards brings TV and movies together and picks the most popular stars to take home the trophy,...More

Song Joong-ki's 'don't ask' schedule
2016/06/02, Source
Hallyu star Song Joong-ki is crazy busy. His end-of-the-year schedule is already full and he's having the best days of his career. It's been two months since "Descendants of the Sun" ended but his popularity hasn't shown signs of declining,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Ahn Bo-hyun to Shanghai with "Hiya"
2016/06/01, Source
Actor Ahn Bo-hyun is going to the Shangai International Film Festival. He recently starred in the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" as Sergeant Lim. His movie "Hiya" has been nominated for the 19th SIFF Panorama Korean Film 2. Ahn Bo-hyun is going to one of the biggest film festivals in Asia with "Hiya",...More

"Descendants of the Sun" director's cut, what's the difference?
2016/05/31, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" is responding to fans' requests. A director's cut is coming out. KBS Media and Descendants of the Sun Cultural Industry Company announced that a director's cut and Blu-ray of "Descendants of the Sun" will be released according to fans' requests,...More

Song Joong-ki has been robbed of his identity and personal information
2016/05/31, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki's passport information has been leaked. Chinese media reported that photos of Song Joong-ki's passport, which was taken by fans, have been leaked,...More

Lee Dong-wook: "Received an offer for 'Goblin', looking into the deal positively"
2016/05/28, Source
Lee Dong-wook is looking into the offer he received from tvN's "Goblin". An associate with Lee Dong-wook's agency, King Kong Entertainment told OSEN on May 27, "Received the offer and is looking into it positively",...More

Song Hye-kyo lights a candle and brings back the memory of 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/05/27, Source
Song Hye-kyo has brought out the memories of 'Descendants of the Sun' to fans by lighting a scented candle. On May 25, Song Hye-kyo shared the photo on her personal Instagram along with a short caption, 'night night!",...More

Lee Kwang-soo and Song Joong-ki as duty free models
2016/05/27, Source
Actors Lee Kwang-soo and Song Joong-ki are going down similar paths. According to several sources, Lee Kwang-soo has recently been chosen to be the face of Shilla Duty Free while Song Joong-ki is the face of Doosan Duty Free,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' actress Kim Ji-won's signing event ends successfully in Beijing
2016/05/26, Source
Kim Ji-won experienced her huge popularity in Beijing after attending her successfully held signing event on May 21, which was her first international fan signing event. In the revealed image, Kim Ji-won went on the stage sporting the short bob hair and in a cute navy dress. She had a short talk about the hit drama, 'Descendants of the Sun', which also aired in China and received much love. When she reenacted her line from the drama on the stage, the crow responded with big cheers,...More

Kim Go-eun to become Gong Yoo's lady in writer Kim Eun-sook's new drama
2016/05/26, Source
Kim Go-eun will play the female lead in writer Kim Eun-sook's new drama, "Goblin" on tvN, co-starring Gong Yoo. According to an insider in broadcasting industry on May 26, Kim Go-eun landed the female lead role in the drama and will co-star with Gong Yoo in the romance drama. Kim Go-eun has delivered her great acting performance for her role in the recently finished tvN drama, "Cheese in the Trap",...More

[Photos] Kim Min-seok, "I appreciate the attention but I don't want to be affected by it"
2016/05/24, Source
Actor Kim Min-seok, a rising star from the drama "Descendants of the Sun" as Private Kim, was interviewed by Dazed and Confused June issue. About his popularity after the drama, Kim Min-seok said, "I am grateful for the attention, but I don't want to be affected by it. There are several out there who have been underground more than me. I try not to lose my focus. I feel good when people recognize me on the streets and ask me for a picture",...More

[Just Out on DVD] Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun" Singapore Edition
2016/05/24, Source
Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun" is available to order on DVD (Singapore Edition) with English and Chinese subtitles from YESASIA,...More

Song Hye-kyo looks like a mysterious doll in recent fashion pictorial
2016/05/22, Source
Song Hye-kyo's intense transformation for a fashion pictorial is drawing attention. On May 21, Song Hye-kyo posted a couple of images of herself from her pictorial for a fashion magazine,...More

Indonesian President 'Big K-Pop Fan'
2016/05/22, Source
Indonesian President Joko Widodo (left) and his daughter (center) pose with Choi Minho, a member of boy band SHINee, in this picture provided by Widodo. Indonesian President Joko Widodo claims he became a big K-pop fan thanks to his daughter,...More

Kim Woo-bin, Bae Suzy in Another Magnet for Soap Lovers
2016/05/21, Source
Kim Woo-bin (left) and Bae Suzy Kim Woo-bin and Bae Suzy of girl group miss A star in a new eagerly awaited soap that starts on KBS on July 6. Following a new trend, the whole series was completed before it airs rather than being shot on the hoof,...More

'Goodbye Mr. Black' wraps up with the highest record
2016/05/19, Source
According to the viewership rating survey by Nielsen Korea on May 19th, MBC's Wednesday & Thursday drama, "Goodbye Mr. Black" recorded 9.9% nationwide. This is the highest record ever set by "Goodbye Mr. Black" and is 1.4% up from 8.5% of its previous episode,...More

'The Battleship Island' Song Joong-ki to play National Independence Army soldier after his 'Descendants of the Sun' role: "I won't be swayed by people's reaction"
2016/05/18, Source
Song Joong-ki opened up about his role as a soldier in National Independence Army in the upcoming movie, "The Battleship Island". Song Joong-ki, who received so much love for his role in KBS 2TV's smash hit drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' from his Korean as well as international fans, has starred on the cover page of fashion magazine Marie Claire,...More

Kim Min-seok opens up about Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo dating rumor, "They are best friends"
2016/05/18, Source
On the episode of MBC's talk show, 'golden Fishery - Radio Star' on May 18th, one of the show hosts, Kim Gu-ra mentioned about Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's dating rumor. 'Descendants of the Sun' actor Kim Min-seok appeared in this episode and Kim Gu-ra asked him "I heard a lot about Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's romance rumor, what do you think about it?",...More

Song Joong-ki makes cameo appearances for Lee Kwang-soo in 'The Sound of Your Heart'
2016/05/17, Source
Song Joong-ki will make a special appearance in Lee Kwang-soo's sitcom "The Sound of Your Heart". The first class friendship of the two actors is truly heartwarming. In the morning, May 17, the news about Song Joong-ki's special appearance in KBS sitcom web-drama, "The Sound of Your Heart" has been reported. Prior to this, Lee Kwang-soo made a special appearance in KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' to cheer Song Joong-ki,...More

Jin Goo and his wife expecting second child
2016/05/17, Source
Jin Goo will become a dad of two children. An associate with his agency, BH Entertainment told Dispatch on May 17 on the phone, "Jin Goo and his wife are expecting second child" and "His wife is four months pregnant". Jin Goo married his non-celebrity wife, four years younger than him, in September, 2014. They welcomed their first child, a son in June last year,...More

Will Kim Ah-joong and Uhm Tae-woong's 'Wanted' break up the cruel history of SBS Wed-Thur dramas?
2016/05/16, Source
"Wanted" starring Kim Ah-joong, Uhm Tae-woong, and Ji Hyun-woo is coming to the small screen soon. Will "Wanted" be able to break up the cruel history of SBS Wednesday & Thursday dramas? The cruel history of SBS' Wednesday & Thursday dramas has begun right after "Remember" wrapped up. Since "Remember", which recorded up to 20% viewership rating and ranked first place, finished, SBS' Wednesday & Thursday dramas have not been able to enjoy the good records afterwards,...More

Like a mama bird and a baby bird, Jin Goo and Kim Min-seok's bromance
2016/05/16, Source
Jin Goo and Kim Min-seok showed off a heartwarming bromance together. Kim Min-seok posted a selfie he took with Jin Goo on his personal Instagram on May 16. In the photo, the two are smiling brightly with their arms around each other's shoulders,...More

Song Hye-kyo reveals unprecedented charismatic look for W Korea cover page
2016/05/16, Source
Fashion magazine W korea has revealed an image for their June issue cover page through their official Instagram on May 16th. Song Hye-kyo in leopard print long one-piece outfit and wearing smoky eye makeup is gazing into the camera lens while she exudes mysterious mood,...More

[HanCinema's Exclusive Concert Review] SHINee's Fanmeet in Chicago - A Breakdown
2016/05/14
Sunday May 8, 2016 was a momentous day for SHINee fans. It was the day that SubKulture Entertainment brought them to the Rosemont Theater for their very first North American fanmeet! Although the boys had been to Toronto on Friday and Los Angeles on Saturday, they were still brimming with energy and excitement to meet their fans. They weren't the only ones. Fans from all over the U.S., North America, and indeed the world, came to see the popular SM Entertainment K-pop group,...More

Happy Together Ji Seung-hyun, "Song Joong-ki is very nice and a hard working actor"
2016/05/13, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" Ji Seung-hyun spoke highly of Song Joong-ki. Ji Seung-hyun appeared on the KBS 2TV show "Happy Together 3" and said, "I am here today because I played the role of Ahn Jeong-joon in "Descendants of the Sun". I think I'm going through all sorts of hardships at the moment. This is my first TV show so I'm also nervous",...More

"Descendants of the Sun" receives warning for PPL
2016/05/12, Source
KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" received a warning from the Korea Communication Standards Commission,...More

Ji Seung-hyun's first entertainment show, will he reveal stories about "Descendants of the Sun"?
2016/05/12, Source
Actor Ji Seung-hyun is going to be on his first entertainment show. He's starring in the KBS 2TV show "Happy Together 3" and this is his first ground-wave broadcast,...More

Song Joong-ki Tickets Fetch Cutthroat Prices in China
2016/05/12, Source
Fans of Song Joong-ki are forking over some 8,000 yuan or about W1.44 million to ticket touts for a front-row seat in a show featuring the Korean soap star, Chinese media reported (US$1=W1,171),...More

Song Joong-ki out to get Asia
2016/05/09, Source
Hallyu star Song Joong-ki opened the doors to Asia with a bang. Song Joong-ki met with over 4,000 fans at the Thunder Dome for the '2016 Song Joong-ki Asian Fan Meeting in Bangkoo on May 7. Even though it's been about a month since the last airing of drama "Descendants of the Sun" ended, the popularity hasn't subsided,...More

Song Hye-kyo is cute and elegant, she has everything
2016/05/09, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo revealed something regular although extraordinary about herself. She posted a picture on her Instagram on the 8th and 9th,...More

After Hit TV Soap, Song Joong-ki Is Highly Sought-After
2016/05/06, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki has become a highly sought-after model, appearing in about a dozen commercials. "Thanks to the huge success of his recent TV series 'Descendants of the Sun', Song, who already has a wide spectrum of fans, has grown even more popular,...More

[Interview] Song Hye-kyo speaks of "Descendants of the Sun" and Song Joong-ki
2016/05/05, Source
There are several dramas that remind us of Song Hye-kyo. Some think of "Autumn in my Heart" that made her the icon of innocence and some think of "Full House" which emphasized the cheerfulness in her. There are also "Worlds Within" and "That Winter, the Wind Blows". Song Hye-kyo has been in that many dramas until now. However, this year's drama has become her newest 'life drama' and that is the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun". Hong Hye-kyo took on the role of Kang Mo-yeon, a doctor full of humanism. The side of her, which didn't get intimidated in front of injustice, made her a 'girl crush' and her clumsy and cute character has the viewers going crazy for her. She was romantically involved with Song Joong-ki in this drama and 'The Fact' met her for an interview,...More

'Special Lady' starring Kim Hye-soo and Lee Sun-kyun has begun filming
2016/05/05, Source
The crime action noir, "Special Lady" (working title), highly anticipated for co-starring Kim Hye-soo and Lee Sun-kyun, has begun filming on April 28th. A second-in-command named Na Hyeon-jeong (Kim Hye-soo) puts her life on the line to bring back a gangster organization to life and she chooses an under-boss named Im Sang-hoon (Lee Sun-kyun) to work for her while investigator Choi (Lee Hee-joon) starts a dangerous game against them. This movie is unlike the usual Korean noire seen so far,...More

KBS hits the jackpot with Jang Hyuk, Kim Woo-bin and Park Bo-gum
2016/05/04, Source
KBS hit the jackpot. "Descendants of the Sun" hit it off big, "Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho" is on top of its rank and even the new "Master - God of Noodles" is on a roll. Coming up next is "Uncontrollably Fond" and "Moonlight Drawn by Clouds". KBS is making a recovery from the nightmare of "Moorim School" and is making a new path,...More

The expectations on MBC from "Goodbye Mr. Black" to "Lucky Romance" to "W"
2016/05/04, Source
It's getting heated up already. From casting to script reading, every single thing is being focused on. Currently in the lead, "Goodbye Mr. Black" is being followed by "Lucky Romance" and "W". The greatest interest at the moment is which drama will be the next one closest to the syndrome that KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" created. Currently, it's "Goodbye Mr. Black" that's in the lead,...More

Song Joong-ki knocks out Thailand too, airport stationary
2016/05/04, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki has done it to Thailand. He departed for Thailand on May 4th and was welcomed graciously by local Thai fans at the Suvarnabhumi Airport,...More

"Goodbye Mr. Black" barely makes it first
2016/05/04, Source
MBC drama "Goodbye Mr. Black" came in first. According to Nielsen Korea, "Goodbye Mr. Black" rated 9.1% on the 4th. SBS "Entertainers" rated 7.4% and KBS 2TV "Master - God of Noodles" 7.3%,...More

Goo-Won couple meet again: Kim Ji-won and Jin Goo co-star in a campaign
2016/05/04, Source
Kim Ji-won and Jin Goo met each other at the studio to shoot a commercial together. On May 5th Kim Ji-won's agency King Kong Entertainment revealed some of the behind-the-scenes images form their commercial shooting studio,...More

"Uncontrollably Fond", only the Chinese review left
2016/05/03, Source
The new KBS 2TV drama "Uncontrollably Fond" just has the Chinese evaluations to go through to be broadcast in China at the same time as Korea. "Uncontrollably Fond", starring Kim Woo-bin and Bae Suzy, has gone into the final stages of editing the drama. It's being planned for simultaneous release in China and Korea this July so the pre-produced ten episodes of the drama has been submitted for evaluations over the course of 2 months,...More

52nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2016 : Most Popular Actress in a Drama Nominees List
2016/05/03, Source
52nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2016 : most popular actress in a drama nominees list,...More

52nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2016 : Most Popular Actor in a Drama Nominees List
2016/05/03, Source
52nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2016 : most popular actor in a drama nominees list,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' official goods have been released
2016/05/03, Source
KBS 2TV's recently finished miniseries 'Descendants of the Sun' has released their official goods. The merchandize goods specialty online store Lezrock (www.lezrocklive.com) along with the production company NEW have unveiled the various goods featuring the main characters' faces as the first round and will start selling the goods in Korea, China, Taiwan and Japan first,...More

52nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2016 - Dramas : Nominees List
2016/05/02
52nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2016 will be held on June, 6 2016, here are the nominees for movies,...More

Kim Ji-won's first fan autograph signing since "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/05/02, Source
Actress Kim Ji-won had a fun time with her fans. She attended a autograph signing session with her fans for a jewelry brand she's modeling for on the 30th,...More

"Heard It Through the Grapevines", Chinese cosmetics offers Song Joong-ki 10 billion
2016/05/02, Source
Song Joong-ki is getting paid by the billions. The Channel A TV show "Heard It Through the Grapevines" discussed top stars and PPL,...More

Yoo Ah-in vs Song Joong-ki, Baeksang Arts Awards unveils list of nominees
2016/05/02, Source
The 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards has unveiled a list of their nominees. The 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards will be held at 8:30 PM on May 3rd at the Kyung Hee Grand Peace Palace in Seoul. The nominees for TV dramas include SBS' 'Six Flying Dragons', MBC's "She Was Pretty", KBS 2TV's 'Descendants of the Sun' and tvN's 'Answer Me 1988' and "Signal",...More

"Hwarang" sold to China for higher than "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/05/02, Source
The new KBS 2TV drama "Hwarang" is coming soon this winter. According to sources, "Hwarang" will be released during winter vacation. After being pre-produced, it's going to take about 3 months to go through evaluations in China so that will be about November or December,...More

Jeju Air unveils Song Joong-ki's new pictorial
2016/05/02, Source
Jeju Air has unveiled Song Joong-ki's pictorial on May 2nd. Song Joong-ki, who is a new face for Jeju Air, is dressed up in the uniform of the airline company and salutes with right hand in the pictorial. As the image overlaps the look of his 'Descendants of the Sun' role, Yoo Si-jin, who is responsible and loyal, the pictorial is good enough to appeal the potential airline patrons with the trustful image,...More

Song Hye-kyo controversy, NEW shouldn't be in it
2016/05/01, Source
There's the saying "An ounce of prevention equals a stitch in time saves nine". It means that something could've been dealt with less effort if dealt with in time. Actress Song Hye-kyo's problem with the jewelry brand J. Estina is causing quite a stir. The actress sued J. Estina on the 27th last month for violation of portrait rights. Apparently, the brand had used scenes from the drama "Descendants of the Sun" for marketing purposes without permission. J. Estina claims all actions were within the lines of contract. Now they are headed for court,...More

Yoo Ah-in stars on cover of Hong Kong men's magazine
2016/04/29, Source
Yoo Ah-in starred on the cover page of a popular men's magazine in Hong Kong. Elle Men Hong Kong May issue has revealed its latest cover page and pictorial starring Yoo Ah-in,...More

Three issues about Song Hye-kyo's image rights
2016/04/28, Source
The battle between Song Hye-kyo and the jewelry brand J. Estina is intense. Song Hye-kyo sued J. Estina for using her image without notice in March and both sides are radical. The core of this situation is image rights. As the issue got heated up, J. Estina claimed that it understands how Hallyu contents influences national finance and that it respects the actress and her company. However, that doesn't mean the issue has died down. Sports Dong A took a look at three issues related to this case,...More

Song Joong-ki's points of appeal
2016/04/28, Source
It's Song Joong-ki's world. Song Joong-ki is what is left of "Descendants of the Sun". Critics say the actor who played Yoo Si-jin was born ready. We take a look at his star abilities. The never-fading pretty boy Song Joong-ki can't be said without his Naval image. The line, "This is just a good looking face" from the drama "Descendants of the Sun" isn't a lie. Writer Kim Eun-sook's delicious lines and Song Joong-ki's looks are enough to capture women's hearts,...More

'Cameo specialist' Lee Kwang-soo's loyalty
2016/04/27, Source
Lee Kwang-soo is known as a cameo specialist. He made special appearances in the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun", the tvN drama "Dear My Friends" and KBS 2TV "Hwarang". A cameo is really a surprise gift. The surprise and gladness caused by one special appearance is quite big,...More

"Master - God of Noodles" starts in second place
2016/04/27, Source
There was no hale effect for "Master - God of Noodles" from "Descendants of the Sun". According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Master - God of Noodles" rated 7.6%. This is lower than the first episode of the previous drama, "Descendants of the Sun",...More

Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum together as models
2016/04/26, Source
Actors Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum are modeling together. According to sources, Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum are the new models of Domino's Pizza,...More

Next dramas to feature younger stars: Park Shin-hye, Bae Suzy, Park Bo-gum, Kim Yoo-jung and more
2016/04/26, Source
Young actors are coming to back with dramas later this year. Dramas are coming back with a lighter mood along with the hot summer weather. First, Park Shin-hye is coming back for the first time in a year with the SBS "Doctors". She's out of her teen image and is coming back as a mature doctor. From July onwards, it's a series of 'young blood'. Miss A Bae Suzy, 2PM Ok Taecyeon, Lee Jong-suk and Kim So-hyun are some examples of 'young blood'. Bae Suzy is coming back with "Uncontrollably Fond". This is her first drama in 3 years since "Gu Family Book". Ok Taecyeon and Kim So-hyun are starring in the tvN drama "Bring It On, Ghost". And Lee Jong-suk is coming back with MBC "W",...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo smiling together
2016/04/26, Source
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo look tight. Song Hye-kyo posted a picture from the set of "Descendants of the Sun" on her Instagram on the 26th,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" to land in Japan on June 21st
2016/04/24, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" is landing in Japan on the 21st of June. The drama has been finalized to star on the Japanese CS Channel on the 21st of June at 11PM. This is the second official landing of the drama in prior to Hong Kong Viu TV. Japan has been fanatic about "Descendants of the Sun" ever since the beginning. The conservative swing in Japan had led to the decrease in Korean dramas being broadcast locally but Hallyu has re-ignited thanks to "Descendants of the Sun". The export price, which dropped to less than 10,000 US dollars, has been brought back up by "Descendants of the Sun" and all 16 episodes have been sold for 2 billion won,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki, 'the greatest husband material' in China
2016/04/24, Source
Song Joong-ki was mentioned in "2580". MBC "Current Affairs Magazine 2580" took a look at what direction Hallyu tourism was headed in the foreign market thanks to dramas like "Dae Jang Geum" and "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Orion's Drama News] Drama Fights and Trolling Rumors
2016/04/23
We have had quite an eventful week in Dramaland. KBS, SM C&C and SBS are getting into a fight while actors and the fate of a drama are caught in the middle, rumors become news only to be refuted and we have a casting which is already dividing viewers. As usual, upcoming drama goodies and my personal drama updates are included, so join me in a recap of the craziness,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Preview] "Master - God of Noodles"
2016/04/23
Revenge has been taken in all manner of ways in a genre very favored by Korean drama. The basics of these premises remain very similar, something which sadly extends to their entire plots sometimes. Worry not, however, because a new type of revenge has arrived. An apron is his cape and a rolling pin his weapon. It sounds funny, but do not underestimate "Master - God of Noodles",...More

'Descendants of the Sun' special reveals behind-the-scenes footage of Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's wine kiss
2016/04/23, Source
The behind-the-scenes footage of Song-Song couple's wine kiss from 'Descendants of the Sun' has been revealed. The third episode of 'Descendants of the Sun' Special program on April 22nd revealed the behind-the-scenes of Song-Song couple's wine kiss,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Special 3
2016/04/22
"Descendants of the Sun" aired its last special today and it was full of the goodies I wished that the first two had contained. We got interviews, behind the scenes, stories, cute moments, history, and more. It was a fun hour of insight into the insanely popular show whose ratings climaxed at 38.8%, whose Chinese views reached 3 billion, and who has had countless parodies made of its memorable scenes. The last special was full of interviews with Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo, Kim Ji-won, and Directors Baek Sang-hoon and Lee Eung-bok,...More

[Collectible Release] "Descendants of the Sun" Photo & Music Book and Photo Essay
2016/04/22
"Descendants of the Sun" Photo & Music Book and Photo Essay have just been released on YESASIA,...More

Song Joong-ki Is the New Face of Jeju Air
2016/04/22, Source
Song Joong-ki is the new face of budget carrier Jeju Air thanks to his huge popularity in the recently concluded TV series "Descendants of the Sun". The low-cost carrier is mainly trying to appeal to travelers from China, where the soap was a massive hit,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Special 2
2016/04/21
For those of you hoping for more recaps of the second OTP pairing between Myeong-joo and Dae-yeong, this second special did throw in a few of their juiciest bits. However, it mostly focused on Si-jin and Mo-yeon and on the trials that Si-jin suffered for his country and his woman,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" director's cut DVD won't be released
2016/04/21, Source
Despite fans' longing wish for it, the "Descendants of the Sun" director's cut DVD isn't happening. After the fourth episode of the drama, fans established a site called '"Descendants of the Sun" director's cut DVD forwarding'. Fans even received prior purchase requisitions to secure a budget for the DVD to be made. And more than 5,000 fans signed up for the pre-sale by 3PM on the 21st,...More

Hallyu star Song Joong-ki to hold 8 fan meetings in China
2016/04/21, Source
The "Descendants of the Sun" actor Song Joong-ki is going around 8 places in China for his fan meeting. According to Blossom Entertainment, he is holding his first fan meeting in Beijing on the 14th of May,...More

[Spoiler] "Descendants of the Sun" Special Part 2 - Recap
2016/04/21, Source
Song Joong-ki & Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo & Kim Ji-won's love radiated because of the hardship they were in. The KBS 2TV "Descendants of the Sun" special was about the Uruk earthquake, Song Hye-kyo being kidnapped by David Lee McInnis and the infectious virus which made the Song-Song couple's romance stand out,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Special Part 2, bye-bye
2016/04/21, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" Special Part 2 came in first. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" Special Part 2 rated 13.6%. It's a 4.1% drop from Part 1, but still in the lead,...More

Song Hye-kyo Recalls Difficulties in Latest Hit TV Series
2016/04/21, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo recalled the filming of KBS' hit TV series "Descendants of the Sun" at a press event on Wednesday after the soap ended last week. Song opened up about the challenges of shooting scenes in mixed order,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Special 1
2016/04/20
For those of you dearly missing the grand romance of "Descendants of the Sun", this special is for you. It recounts the key moments of Si-jin's and Mo-yeon's relationship from the moment they met until the moment they parted after the earthquake,...More

[Photos] Kim Ji-won, out of uniform and in all pink
2016/04/20, Source
Actress Kim Ji-won is all dressed up in pink. King Kong Entertainment released stills of Kim Ji-won in a fashion magazine,...More

[Interview] "Did I show off?" Song Hye-kyo is forgiven
2016/04/20, Source
Song Hye-kyo's words are in the spotlight. Actress Song Hye-kyo held a press conference in celebration of the end of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun". The successful drama actress seemed calm and relaxed in front of the press and she was honest about her answers,...More

Kim Eun-sook, "Gong Yoo is a great fit for 'Goblin'"
2016/04/20, Source
Gong Yoo is starring in writer Kim Eun-sook's latest tvN drama "Goblin". This will be his first drama in four years,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Special breaks through 15%
2016/04/20, Source
KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" made a display with its special broadcast. According to Nielsen Korea, "Descendants of the Sun" Special rated 17.7%,...More

Song Joong-ki to make appearance in Chinese 'Running Man'
2016/04/20, Source
Song Joong-ki will star in Chinese 'Running Man'. Song Joong-ki's agency, Blossom Entertainment said on April 20th, "Song Joong-ki will join filming for 'Running Brothers season 4', which is a Chinese version of 'Running Man' today",...More

Song Hye-kyo, happy at group dinner meeting with 'Descendants of the Sun' cast
2016/04/20, Source
Song Hye-kyo had a dinner meeting with the members of 'Descendants of the Sun'. On April 20th, Song Hye-kyo posted a group photo she took along with Lee Seung-joon, Seo Jung-yeon, Park Hwan-hee, Hyun Jyu-ni, Onew, and Kim Min-seok. The heartwarming vibe among the team members is impressive,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' three-episode special program unveils great volume of making film and behind-the-scenes stories
2016/04/20, Source
Although 'Descendants of the Sun' has finished, it's not over yet. Its special program has been planned for three days starting April 20th. A chance to soothe your sad feeling to let go of the drama, which recorded its best rating with the finale by 38.8% and created the sensational syndrome among all domestic drama fans and outside Korea, has been prepared by the production team,...More

[Photos] Jin Goo, "I was surprised at how popular Seo Dae-yeong was"
2016/04/19, Source
Actor Jin Goo showed modesty at the popularity he gained from "Descendants of the Sun". Jin Goo was featured in the May issue of Cosmopolitan,...More

"Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho" comes out on top, with "The Royal Gambler" and "Monster - 2016" trailing
2016/04/19, Source
By the fourth week, the dynamics have been set to "Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho", "The Royal Gambler" and "Monster - 2016". According to Nielsen Korea, KBS 2TV drama "Neighborhood Lawyer Jo Deul-ho" rated 12.1%. This is 0.5% less than the previous day and it's the only one with a two digit number,...More

Song Joong-ki Meets Fans as Popularity Continues to Soar
2016/04/19, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki held a fan meet at Kyunghee University in Seoul on Sunday, drawing a huge number of fans from China and Japan, as well as Korea. The actor has become a hot property across Asia thanks to his role in the mega hit TV series "Descendants of the Sun", which ended its 16-episode run last week,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki, "I learned a lot from Yoo Si-jin"
2016/04/18, Source
It was the drama of his life and it was the best character he'd ever played. Song Joong-ki's "Descendants of the Sun" left a deep impression on many people. No one can deny that Song Joong-ki was the perfect Yoo Si-jin and it's impossible to imagine a "Descendants of the Sun" without him. Song Joong-ki and Yoo Si-jin are very alike. An interview was held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel on the 15th. He was very polite throughout the interview and it wasn't a coincidence that Song Joong-ki and Yoo Si-jin seemed alike,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' director of photography says Goo-Won couple's entire 'bed scene' was edited out
2016/04/18, Source
KBS 2TV's 'Descendants of the Sun' director of photography Kim Si-hyeong revealed one of the behind-the-scenes stories of Goo-Won couple. Director Kim appeared in GotTV, a live talk show by KBS Mobile on April 18th. He was asked if there as any scene that was edited out, about which he felt sorry,...More

[Photos] Song Joong-ki's fan meeting, 'Shines on his own'
2016/04/17, Source
Song Joong-ki took off the uniform and had a fan meeting. The fan meeting was held on the 17th of April with 4,000 or so fans. Thanks to much support, the event took 30 minutes longer than planned,...More

[HanCinema's Exclusive Interview] Jasper Cho + 3 Signed Photos Giveaway
2016/04/16
Hello HanCinema fans! I am so pleased to bring you our interview with Jasper Cho, the talented young actor who just finished an amazing run as Dr. Daniel Spencer in the hottest drama of the year, "Descendants of the Sun". Thank you to all of you who asked questions. Please read on to find out which two lucky fans had their questions answered by Jasper and to see what he had to say about working on "Descendants of the Sun", how he broke into the industry, and much, much more,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Age Gaps and Noodles
2016/04/16
I do not always pick complex subjects, but when I do, I pile them on. This week I briefly talk about disability and age gaps in upcoming dramas, although the topics deserve much more discussion than I can spare them here. You also get more promotional goodies, as we look into some dramas from the new season. I have my picks. They are many. Send help,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/04/16
The Korean drama industry is constantly looking for hits, like any business does. As pre-produced shows have not done well in the past, creating something like "Descendants of the Sun" was a risk. In this case, the risk paid off in a major way. The series is a big global hit. As a reviewer, however, my job is not to gush over success. The drama has its virtues, but it is definitely not on the meatier side of entertainment. So here is my own take on it,...More

[HanCinema's Digest] Travel Bug Bites
2016/04/16
Song Joong-ki becomes an honorary ambassador for tourism following "Descendants of the Sun", Businessmen and women gather to 'decipher the puzzle that is Korean online travel', visit a jjimjibang with insights from Lonely Planet, and have you ever stayed at a Korean "love hotel" before?,...More

[HanCinema's Digest] Culture Corner
2016/04/16
See how some Korean businesses are challenging the prevailing top-down culture, discover how Korea's military culture is infused with daily life, Korea's beauty brands are gaining ground in Chinese markets, and note four insights about Korea to avoid any culture shocks,...More

[Spoiler] Added final episode 16 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/04/16, Source
Added final episode 16 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Ends on a Massive High
2016/04/15, Source
Election fever made no dent in the ratings of KBS hit soap "Descendants of the Sun" on Wednesday, whose penultimate episode easily outclassed election coverage on all three terrestrial channels with 34.8 percent to 23.2. The soap mesmerized Korea and China for the last three months and came to an end on Thursday. And while the figures speak for themselves, there are some gripes, chiefly about the incoherent plot. So when all is said and done, what are viewers taking away from the series?,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 15 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/04/15, Source
Added episode 15 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 16 (final)
2016/04/14
"Descendants of the Sun" has come to an end and that fact feels a bit surreal as well as its rating of 38.8%. Not just as a viewer, but as a reviewer. Not just as a reviewer, but as an international drama fan watching the waves that this drama has made in the world of drama, and in the world itself. This drama is more than its story. It is enveloped in a hype that is currently unparalleled. In some ways, the show is well-worth its worldwide prestige. In others, it is not. Let's break down this final review into parts,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo, behind-the-scenes cut
2016/04/14, Source
The "Descendants of the Sun" crew had an ending party. Behind-the-scene cuts of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" were released,...More

The First, the Best and the Worst records of "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/04/14, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" ended on the 14th and it left behind the Best, the First and the Worst drama moments. "Descendants of the Sun" was the first successful China and Korea released drama that was pre-produced. It's also the first miniseries to have broken through 30% in 4 years,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Ahn Bo-hyun, "Happy times...thank you"
2016/04/14, Source
Actor Ahn Bo-hyun posted pictures on his Instagram. He said, ""Descendants of the Sun", it was a happy time. Thank you". The picture show the Alpha Team watching the Red Velvet performance from the drama. Ahn Bo-hyun, Jin Goo, Song Joong-ki, Kim Byung-chul, Choi Woong and others are watching them with smiles on their faces,...More

Final episode of "Descendants of the Sun", nationwide 38.8%, Seoul 44.2%
2016/04/14, Source
The final episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 38.8%. According to Nielsen Korea, "Descendants of the Sun" increased by 4.0% to 38.8%, setting a new record. However, it wasn't able to surpass 2012 MBC drama "The Sun and the Moon",...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' finishes with happy ending for both Song-Song couple and Goo-Won
2016/04/14, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' has ended. The last episode of KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' depicted the happy ending for Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) couple and Seo Dae-yeong (Jin Goo) and Yoon Myeong-joo (Kim Ji-won) couple,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 15
2016/04/13
In its penultimate episode, "Descendants of the Sun" tops itself with 34.8% ratings in spite of the fact that it was competing with South Korean elections. This drama suffers from too many tonal shifts, but the tone of this episode was so solid that it was a tight, emotive watching experience even though it didn't quite match the rest of the drama. Let's just get the not-so-great stuff out of the way so we can then focus on all the awesome things this episode got right,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Onew's bright smile
2016/04/13, Source
Onew was captured with a bright smile. Actor Han Sang-gil posted a picture on his Instagram saying, "Chi-hoon! You're so modest and always so well-mannered. Oh Yoo and Jin-gi are so nice to me and I've learned a lot from you. Thank you",...More

[Video] New teaser released for "Master - God of Noodles" with Chun Jung-myung, Jung Yoo-mi, Lee Sang-yeob, Gong Seung-yeon
2016/04/13, Source
The KBS 2TV "Descendants of the Sun" drama follow-up "Master - God of Noodles" released the third teaser. The teaser consisted of Chun Jung-myung (Moo-myeong), Cho Jae-hyun (Kim Gil-do) and other main character stories,...More

[Video] "Descendants of the Sun" Kim Jun-su's "How Can I Love You" tops charts
2016/04/13, Source
Kim Jun-su, also known as XIA, expressed Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki's romance with a ballad. Kim Jun-su's "Descendants of the Sun" OST "How Can I Love You" topped charts as soon as it was released,...More

Despite election broadcast, "Descendants of the Sun" sets record with 34.8%
2016/04/13, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" set another record despite the election. According to Nielsen Korea, the fifteenth episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 34.8% which is the best record of this day,...More

Who will be the male lead in 'Descendants of the Sun' writer Kim Eun-sook's next drama?
2016/04/13, Source
Writer Kim Eun-sook is called 'Prince Maker'. Park Shin-yang, Kim Woo-bin, Lee Min-ho, Hyun Bin, Song Joong-ki have been loved for their roles in Kim Eun-sook's dramas. Who will be the next one of 'Kim Eun-sook's magic'? While KBS 2Tv's 'Descendants of the Sun' is about to finish and the huge popularity is still going on, writer Kim Eun-sook appeared in KBS 1 radio show 'Hello, This is Hong Jim-yeong' and mentioned about her next drama and casting",...More

'Descendants of the Sun' reveals Lee Kwang-soo's behind-the-scenes still image
2016/04/13, Source
'Asia's Prince' Lee Kwang-soo's 'Descendants of the Sun' behind-the-scenes still image has been revealed. The behind-the-scenes still image revealed on the official Instagram of the drama is from the episode one,...More

Wed & Thurs dramas cancelled on election day April 13 except for 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/04/13, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' has been broadcast on the 20th legislative elections day April 13th as regularly scheduled. The hit drama KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday show, 'Descendants of the Sun' has aired the episode 15 at 10 PM as regularly scheduled between the coverage of the legislative election and the drama will wrap up next day with the episode 16 finally,...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Drama fans say 'thank you' to the writer
2016/04/13, Source
On the episode 15 of KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun', Yoo Si-jin(Song Joong-ki) and Seo Dae-yeong (Jin Goo) went missing while they were carrying out an operation in the field for three months. The news came as a complete shock to everybody. Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) showed tears as Yoo Si-jin told her he was leaving to the field to carry out operation for three months. Yoo Si-jin promised her "I'll come back alive for sure",...More

Song Joong-ki Opens Korean Food Center
2016/04/13, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki and President Park Geun-hye make traditional Korean snacks at the opening of a Korean food promotion center in Seoul on Monday. /Yonhap Actor Song Joong-ki attended the opening of a center for the promotion of Korean food in Seoul on Monday,...More

Song Hye-kyo Turns Down Mitsubishi Advertising Deal
2016/04/13, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo has turned down a modeling offer from Mitsubishi Motors because of its involvement in Japanese atrocities in World War II. Song's PR agency on Monday revealed that the Japanese carmaker offered Song a starring role in a campaign in China a month ago, but she turned it down,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Jin Goo at his fan meeting
2016/04/12, Source
One of the leading casts of "Descendants of the Sun", Jin Goo had a fan meeting. Jin Goo posted a picture of his fan meeting on his Instagram saying, "I love you, my fans",...More

"Can't keep a straight face" Moon Jeong-won and Seo-joon take a picture with Song Joong-ki
2016/04/12, Source
Comedian Lee Hwi-jae's wife Moon Jeong-won and their son Seo-joon met Song Joong-ki. Moon Jeong-won posted a picture on her Instagram saying, "Coincidentally! Not really, we were too close by. I can't keep a straight face",...More

The secret of the Blossom Three, Song Joong-ki, Park Bo-gum and Cha Tae-hyun
2016/04/12, Source
The 'it' actors Song Joong-ki, Park Bo-gum and Cha Tae-hyun were the result of Blossom Entertainment's effort. Song Joong-ki, Park Bo-gum and Cha Tae-hyun all belong to Blossom Entertainment. They actively engaged with KBS to build a base to their popularity and the same goes for all three of them as they appeared in KBS dramas, TV shows and more,...More

[Photos] Kim Ji-won in a wedding dress
2016/04/12, Source
Actress Kim Ji-won put on a pure white wedding dress. King Kong Entertainment released behind-the-scene cuts of the advertisement for Jewelry brand Mollys,...More

Jin Goo, "Why was I the only Alpha team member who didn't take off shirt? I'm sorry"
2016/04/12, Source
Jin Goo starred in MBC FM4U radio show, 'Date at Two O'clock' on April 12th. Jin Goo said, "I'll be watching the finale of 'Descendants of the Sun' in China, I've been invited to China, so I'll be there when watching the last episode",...More

Rumors of Song Joong-ki's death and grave, only the drama is the answer
2016/04/11, Source
With two more episodes to go, speculations about the drama ending has been going around. Rumor has it that Song Joong-ki is going to die. Rumors like this have been spreading on Internet communities,...More

Song Joong-ki's grades, "He could've gotten into the best universities"
2016/04/11, Source
Song Joong-ki was a spectacular student. "Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki came in 8th of the tvN show "List of Names - Good Stars",...More

'Descendants of the Sun' special program to broadcast for three days
2016/04/11, Source
While KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' is wrapping up on April 14th, a special program has been planned for the drama fans who are feeling sorry for letting it go. According to an official with KBS drama department on April 11th, the special program of 'Descendants of the Sun' has been scheduled to broadcast on April 20th, 21st and 22nd for the consecutive three days,...More

Song Joong-ki, Yoo Ah-in and Ryu Jun-yeol, the 85-86 Avengers
2016/04/10, Source
What happened in 1985 and 1986? Were the two years dedicated to these three people; Song Joong-ki (1985), Yoo Ah-in and Ryu Jun-yeol (1986)?,...More

Song Joong-ki's life-sized figure gone from "Descendants of the Sun" photo zone
2016/04/10, Source
"Captain Yoo Si-jin's life-size figure is gone!" "Descendants of the Sun" Yoo Si-jin, Song Joong-ki's popularity is soaring at the moment,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Casting Spree and a Familiar Deal
2016/04/09
This season is determined to not give us a moment's rest with all the upcoming dramas and their involved names. "Entertainers" and "Lucky Romance" will be hitting us hard with their stars soon, "Deal" may get a promising lead for its less-than-promising premise and new promotional material is bombarding us almost daily. I see some tough choices between dramas in my future,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 14 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/04/09, Source
Added episode 14 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

Jin Goo Back in Spotlight with Hit TV Soap
2016/04/09, Source
Jin Goo is back in the spotlight thanks to his role in the hugely popular TV series "Descendants of the Sun". Jin plays a character who has captured women's hearts with his love for one woman and has earned even more fans through his masculinity,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 13 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/04/08, Source
Added episode 13 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 14
2016/04/07
For the second time in its fourteen-episode run "Descendants of the Sun" has experienced a ratings drop. It came in at 33.0%, 0.5% decrease. Perhaps it is the fact that the glamour and excitement of the foreign country was no longer present. Perhaps it was the broaching of the sensitive North/South Korea conflict that is more tense than ever. Perhaps it was just the simple fact that the cliffhanger wasn't really a cliffhanger despite the fact that the show only has a week left (save for the bonus goodies to be offered after its run.) The strongest part of the episode was the relationships, namely the friendships,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo having dinner in Hong Kong
2016/04/07, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" hero and heroine Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo were spotted having dinner in Hong Kong. A Hong Kong media reported them in Hong Kong for promotional events related to the drama "Descendants of the Sun" and that they were spotted having dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel,...More

[Spoiler] "Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo sleep together but drops in numbers
2016/04/07, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" dropped slightly. According to Nielsen Korea, the fourteenth episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 33.0%,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' production team is discussing several options for reward vacation
2016/04/07, Source
Several reward options for the crews and cast of 'Descendants of the Sun' are being discussed. An associate with KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' told Newsen on April 7th, "We are looking into several different options about it including vacation",...More

Jasper Cho to talk about Song Hye-kyo, Song Joong-ki's dating rumour in Happy Together
2016/04/07, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' Dr. Daniel Spencer, Jasper Cho, who is also known to be singer Jo Ha-moon's son, will share the behind-the-scenes stories of the drama. The special episode of KBs 2TV's talk show 'Happy Together 3' to be broadcast on April 7th will star Chi Yeol Hwang, Yu'an Zhang, Lee Se-jin, Do Sang-woo and Jasper Cho under the title of 'Boyfriends of the Sun Special',...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo fall asleep on the same bed
2016/04/07, Source
On the 14th episode of KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun', Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) and Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) finally could watch the movie they had to miss every time. Kang Mo-yeon came to see Yoo Si-jin in his hospital room after she finished her work. Yoo Si-jin thanked her, "I'm sorry for making you worry about me. Thank you for saving my life",...More

[Video] Song-Song couple, "Descendants of the Sun" take over music charts
2016/04/06, Source
The KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo couple are causing the music charts to reach new heights. MC the Max's "Wind Beneath Your Wings" came in first of music charts such as Genie, Olleh Music, Naver Music, MNet.Com, Soribada, Bugs and more,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo's daily life
2016/04/06, Source
Song Hye-kyo from "Descendants of the Sun" posted a picture on her Instagram on April 5th. She's looking at the camera with a look that is pure and innocent,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Yoo Ah-in's cameo worked! 33.5%
2016/04/06, Source
KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" set another record. According to Nielsen Korea, the thirteenth episode of "Descendants of the Sun" rated 33.5%. It is a 0.5% increase from the previous episode,...More

Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo's natural daily look at dinner meeting
2016/04/06, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, and Jin Goo's natural daily look have been revealed. April 6th, 'Descendants of the Sun' actress Lee Bo-mi revealed the images on her personal Instagram saying, "Snap shots with seonbae Song Joong-ki that I should keep for the entire of my life. Thank you for the dinner meeting",...More

Song Joong-ki, "Touched by Lee Kwang-soo's cameo appearance. Considering to appear in 'Running Man'"
2016/04/06, Source
Song Joong-ki showed off his friendship with Lee Kwang-soo during his interview with a media in Hong Kong. April 6th, Hong Kong Oriental Daily online revealed Song Joong-ki's interview, which happened on the previous day. During the interview, Song Joong-ki talked about episodes with his close friend Lee Kwang-soo,...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Song Song Couple and Yoo Ah-in, invincible
2016/04/06, Source
On the 13th episode of KBS 2TV's 'Descendants of the Sun', Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo)'s romance continued in Korea. When Kang Mo-yeon came back from Uruk, she submitted a resignation letter to the hospital. But when she realized she could not loan the fund to open her own clinic from bank, she came back to the hospital unwillingly. She complained to the bank teller (Yoo Ah-in), "What should I do now", he ignored her issue flat out while saying, "Why do you ask me",...More

[Photos] Jin Goo, "I have drinks with Song Joong-ki and the Alpha Team"
2016/04/05, Source
Actor Jin Goo had an exclusive photo shoot from the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" launch. Jin Goo was featured in the bnt pictorial wearing suits of different colors from pink to black,...More

Song Hye-kyo, Song Joong-ki in picture with director Kim Jee-woon
2016/04/05, Source
Actors Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki took a picture with the movie director Kim Jee-woon. She posted this picture on Instagram on the 5th,...More

With Song-Song and Yoo Ah-in's cameo, will "Descendants of the Sun" reach 40%?
2016/04/05, Source
With only two more weeks to go, will "Descendants of the Sun" break through 40%? "Descendants of the Sun" ended the great journey to Uruk last week. The story took place in Korea after that. The couples' romance grew bigger and the soldiers have taken off their uniform,...More

Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum's swoon-worthy two-shot: Who looks better?
2016/04/05, Source
Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum's heartwarming two-shot has been revealed. On April 5th, Park Bo-gum posted the image on his personal Instagram with the short caption, "It's time for BLOSSOM to blossom",...More

Song Song couple's cute images released
2016/04/05, Source
KBS 2TV's 'Descendants of the Sun' has released many images featuring Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki looking lovely together. On April 5th, Song Hye-kyo posted the three images on her personal Instagram saying, "Since Captain Yoo does not do Instagram, I'm uploading these for the sake of brotherly love",...More

Song Song couple depart to Hong Kong together
2016/04/04, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo departed to Hong Kong to attend a promotional event. People who spotted the 'Song Song couple' at the airport are sharing their stories on various SNS accounts and other online communities,...More

Actor Song Joong-ki to Promote Korean Tourism
2016/04/04, Source
Song Joong-ki, the star of the hit KBS series "Descendants of the Sun", has been appointed an promotional ambassador by the Korea Tourism Organization, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said Friday,...More

"Descendants of the Sun", the Song-Ha couple
2016/04/03, Source
The KBS 2TV drama is all about the Song-Song and Koo-Won couple but thy aren't the only ones romancing it up in the drama. There is also the Song-Ha couple (Song Doctor and Ha Nurse). The two are the hidden works of art in the drama. They brought about a lighter atmosphere in "Descendants of the Sun" when the earthquake hit and Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and his team were in peril,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" dinner a success, Song Hye-kyo, Song Joong-ki and Kim Ji-won stand out
2016/04/03, Source
The "Descendants of the Sun" dinner party was a success. Ahn Bo-hyeon posted a picture on his Instagram saying, "I am happy to be here with everyone from "Descendants of the Sun"",...More

[Orion's Drama News] Powerhouse Pairings and Another Exclusive
2016/04/02
Spring is fun, but summer is winking at us and throwing popular pairings at our faces. We are paying attention, summer. Join me as I give you some pretty exciting casting news, more upcoming drama goodies and ramblings. Also, Jasper Cho! No, I cannot actually give him to you, but you could have your question answered by him in our upcoming exclusive interview,...More

[HanCinema's Fan Event] Ask Jasper Cho!
2016/04/02
Hello HanCinema readers! We are very pleased to inform you that HanCinema will be interviewing Jasper Cho (aka Cho Tae-gwan or 조태관 in Hangul) who plays Dr. Daniel Spencer alongside Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo, and Kim Ji-won in "Descendants of the Sun",...More

'Goo-Won couple' Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won go for pictorial shoot together
2016/04/02, Source
Kim Ji-won has been spotted having a couple pictorial shoot with Jin Goo. April 1st, her agency King Kong Entertainment revealed some of the behind-the-scenes images from the couple pictorial she had taken with Jin Goo, who is co-starring as a couple in KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun',...More

[HanCinema's Digest] Cinema Snippets
2016/04/02
Learn more about the K-drama that's making serious waves at home and away, North Korea releases a terrible propaganda video, KOBIZ has a great feature on South Korean short films, and get to know one of South Korea's most influential directors with Sense of Cinema,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 12 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/04/02, Source
Added episode 12 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

Kim Ji-won Gains Leverage from Hit TV Soap
2016/04/02, Source
Kim Ji-won appears in the hugely popular TV series "Descendants of the Sun", playing one of the four leads alongside Song Hye-kyo, Song Joong-ki and Jin Goo. She was nervous to headline a soap with these stars and tried to push herself to the limit to keep up with them,...More

[Spoiler] Will 'Descendants of the Sun' break the records of its previous episode again?: Yoo Ah-in to make a special appearance in episode 13
2016/04/01, Source
While 'Descendants of the Sun' episode 12 refreshed its best records again this week, it has been revealed that Yoo Ah-in will make a cameo appearance in the upcoming episode 13 next week. And of course, this news is drawing huge attention. On Aprils 1st, KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' said "Yoo Ah-in will make a cameo appearance in episode 13. Yoo Ah-in will play a bank teller, who interact with Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-gyo) in the drama",...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 11 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/04/01, Source
Added episode 11 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 12
2016/03/31
"Descendants of the Sun" is a master at sparking emotion. No matter how illogical the plot may become, the emotional barometer is insanely high. This must be why Nielsen Korean is clocking this drama at 33% for episode 12, a whole 1.1% higher than last night's episode. Wow. It is the human element that "Descendants of the Sun" is really learning to master that makes is so addictive - for me and the rest of the world. Before I go any further I have to say, "Oh my gosh, the feels!",...More

"Descendants of the Sun" to have dinner party, when and where?
2016/03/31, Source
Yoo Si-jin is buying. The KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" team is being treated by Song Joong-ki to a dinner party in Seoul today,...More

Do you remember? The "Descendants of the Sun" Soju models
2016/03/31, Source
Only the best can be a model for a liquor brand. Song Joong-ki from "Descendants of the Sun" was chosen to model for a beer brand ad proved how popular he is. Song Hye-kyo who was already a top star since the year 2000 and even Jin Goo, have experience as a model for a liquor brand. Back then, Song Hye-kyo was drinking Chungha in a Japanese bar. She tasted a shot of Chungha and smiled softly as a blue light appeared on her chest. The blue light then went from people to people which resembled connecting people. The bar became a lively place and Song Hye-kyo narrated, "Chungha's blue light lights up the city and a new story begins",...More

[Spoiler] "Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo gets kidnapped
2016/03/31, Source
Song Hye-kyo was captured in a moment of danger. She posted a black and white picture on her Instagram,...More

The keyword this year is 'romance'
2016/03/31, Source
The keyword is romance. The three ground-wave broadcasting stations are coming up with romantic comedy and melodramas. 11 out of 17 dramas that are due to be released this year are romantic dramas,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" sets another record
2016/03/31, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" set another record. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated,...More

Jin Goo is a skillful chef in 'Descendants of the Sun' behind-the-scenes cut
2016/03/31, Source
Jin Goo revealed a behind-the-scenes image from 'Descendants of the Sun'. Last night on March 31st, Jin Goo posted a photo of himself on his persaonl Instagram,...More

Song Joong-ki's appearance on KBS News 9 made employees show up at workplace after work hours
2016/03/31, Source
Song Joong-ki's appearance in KBS New 9 has become a hot topic every day. While the 'Yoo Sijin Syndrome' for Song Joong-ki's role in the 'Descendants of the Sun' is still going strong, his appearance on News 9 is also drawing attention continuously,...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Song Hye-kyo to Song Joong-ki, "You look handsome every single time. I like you to death"
2016/03/31, Source
On the 12th episode of KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun', Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) and Yoon Myeong-joo (Kim Ji-won)'s positions were switched in their fight. Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Seo Dae-yeong (Jin Goo) cooked samgyetang for Kang Mo-yeon and Yoon Myeong-joo. Prior to this event, Kang Mo-yeon and Yoon Myeong-joo had a fight because of their talk about a man while the two were having a conversation,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 11
2016/03/30
"Descendants of the Sun" tries to pack in a lot of action by having our heroes face weapons trafficking, plagues, gun standoffs, earthquakes, kidnapping, and politics. No matter what happens, this show seems destined to best itself - and it did. It came 0.3% higher than the last episode at 31.9%. More than anything, however, it was the acting in this episode by our leads that made it worthy of that rating. Jin Goo proved his mettle as his expressed Dae-yeong's worry for Myeong-joo with previously unparalleled intensity,...More

Song Joong-ki was skillful on KBS News 9
2016/03/30, Source
Song Joong-ki did it again. He answered silly questions with right answers. Although he is the first actor to sit at the KBS News Desk, he was modest and bold at the same time. Song Joong-ki was interviewed on the news due to his rising popularity in "Descendants of the Sun". He appeared on the KBS 1TV "News 9" on March 30. Lee Byung-hun and Rain were previously featured on the news on a weekday night, but Song Joong-ki is the first actor to appear on the 9 O'clock news,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" sets another record for the fourth time
2016/03/30, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" set another record. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 31.9%. This is 0.3% more than the tenth episode,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' actor Jin Goo to pay a visit to women's college
2016/03/30, Source
According to multiple sources in the entertainment business on March 30th, Jin Goo will visit Dongduk Women's University at 6 PM on March 31st to join the students at an event prepared by the university. The event is only for the students of Dongduk Women's University and the students who want to attend the event are required to register beforehand. Dongduk Women's University will check the student ID and other identification cards to allow only those students who were selected through a pre event to enter the venue,...More

Lucky employees of KBS News Department see Song Joong-ki as he arrives to star in KBS News 9
2016/03/30, Source
A photo showing Song Joong-ki arriving at the News Department of KBS has been revealed. KBS News Department said on their official Twitter account on March 30, "'Descendants of the Sun' actor Song Joong-ki has just arrived at the News Department on the third floor of New Building",...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki takes off uniform to rescue Song Hye-kyo within three hours
2016/03/30, Source
Song Joong-ki stepped in to rescue Song Hye-kyo, who had been kidnapped. The 11th episode of KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' showed Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) communicating with Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) through a radio,...More

[Soundtrack Release] Descendants of the Sun" OST Vol. 1
2016/03/30, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" original soundtrack Vol. 1 is available to order from YESASIA,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo hold dinner for team
2016/03/29, Source
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo held a dinner for the "Descendants of the Sun" team. The two offered to buy dinner for the team and crew who did a great job as they had never had the chance to have dinner together in the 6 months they've spent together making the drama,...More

Yoo Si-jin is real, Song Joong-ki synchronizes 100%
2016/03/29, Source
Is there anyone else who can pull off the soldier role well? Song Joong-ki is currently acting out the role of a special forces mercenary named Yoo Si-jin. He is doing a good job of mesmerizing women with his charisma and soft smile. Song Joong-ki joined the military on August 27, 2013 and spent 21 months on base. He was hard-working and made a good example of a soldier during his time there,...More

Song Joong-ki's picture with Lee Bum-hoon
2016/03/29, Source
Lee Bum-hoon posted a picture he took with Song Joong-ki from the drama "Descendants of the Sun". Lee Bum-hoon posted this picture on his Instagram,...More

Song Hye-kyo Continues Winning Streak in Hit Soap
2016/03/29, Source
Song Hye-kyo continues her winning streak with KBS' series "Descendants of the Sun" both in Korea and beyond. Song already has three TV soaps under her belt in her 20-year career that generated more than 40-percent ratings --"Autumn in my Heart" in 2000, "All In" in 2003 and "Full House" in 2004 -- and has starred opposite the country's leading heartthrobs, from Song Seung-heon to Hyun Bin,...More

Song Joong-ki at school, "Descendants of the Sun" Yoo Si-jin's smile still there
2016/03/28, Source
Song Joong-ki's moments at school was revealed on the tvN show "List of Names". Song Joong-ki came in 8th place of the TV show on this day as one of director Kwon Hae-bom's ("My Little Television") friends,...More

Park Hae-jin to star in "Man To Man" by writer Kim Won-seok-II from "Descendants of The Sun"
2016/03/28, Source
Actor Park Hae-jin is starring in the new JTBC drama "Man to Man". The recent "Cheese in the Trap" actor is starring in "Man to Man" as a special bodyguard. He recently met with writer Kim Won-seok-II from "Descendants of the Sun" and had a serious conversation with him. He has received the script and synopsis,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Fatima, "Song Joong-ki is such a gentleman"
2016/03/28, Source
A foreign actress in the role of Fatima in "Descendants of the Sun" mentioned Song Joong-ki. Song Joong-ki's foreign fan (Instagram @songjoongkidaily) revealed a conversation she had with Zyon Barreto in the role of Fatima, the girl in the red dress who tries to run away,...More

'I'm close to Song Joong-ki', Lee Kwang-soo's T-shirt print
2016/03/27, Source
Lee Kwang-soo has been going around wearing a T-shirt that says he's close to Song Joong-ki who is starring in the drama "Descendants of the Sun". Lee Kwang-soo has mentioned his friendship with Song Joong-ki in several TV shows in the past but recently with Song Joong-ki's popularity, Lee Kwang-soo hasn't been hesitant to show his envy for his best friend. In fact, he's been showing signs of his friendship with the actor even more often than before on SNS,...More

Golden sayings about life: Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's romance
2016/03/27, Source
There is a list of golden sayings referring to life. Mother Teresa once said, "It is easy to love the people far away. It is not always easy to love those close to us. It is easier to give a cup of rice to relieve hunger than to relieve the loneliness and pain of someone unloved in our home. Bring love into your home for this is where our love for each other must start",...More

[Raine's Drama Insights] Why "Descendants of the Sun" is a Cultural Phenomenon
2016/03/26
"Descendants of the Sun" is a K-drama that has touched every corner of the Korean drama scene. That scene can be found all over the globe. Its presence in Asia is unprecedented while Viki's internet streaming and quick subbing has brought the drama to English-speaking audiences. The power that drives the drama is multi-faceted ranging from the money behind it, to the promotion, to the star power, to intense fan viewership and participation,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Battle of the OTPs
2016/03/26
The Monday-Tuesday prime time dramas are approaching and we have casting confirmations, promotional material and more for a lot of works. Busy time for us busy drama fans. I am also happy to introduce some new drama related content I will be handling for the site starting soon. Join me in my ramblings and drop a comment to let me know how your drama week went,...More

[HanCinema's Digest] Travel Bug Bites
2016/03/26
See Seoul's hottest attractions with new K-bus tours, Korean dramas help boost tourism at home and away, read Soo Kim's travel retrospective about Seoul, and hit Korea's highways and byways with a road trip around the country,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 10 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/26, Source
Added episode 10 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Ratings Keep Soaring
2016/03/25, Source
The ratings of juggernaut KBS series "Descendants of the Sun" hit 30.4 percent on Wednesday according to Nielsen Korea,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 9 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/25, Source
Added episode 9 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 10
2016/03/24
With the romance firmly cemented by episode 9's romantic antics and kisses, episode 10 introduces some major plot points to yank the drama back into action. Not that its ratings need more action - they're consistently on the rise. This episode clocked in at 31.6%, 1.2% higher than last night's episode. "Descendants of the Sun" is battling itself episode to episode for best ratings. Fancy choreography, intricate camerawork and a viral disease are in another tussle; one for the most exciting moment of the episode. It doesn't lose the romantic flavors of last episode, but the hot points are definitely the action,...More

"I knew it was a success the moment I saw Song Joong-ki in uniform", "The ending is a secret, even to my wife"
2016/03/24, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" has made impact all the way to China and this is the first time in 4 years a weekday drama has broken through 30% since "The Sun and the Moon". "Descendants of the Sun" has an accumulated number of 1.1 billion views in China. The rights to the drama has been sold to over 32 countries including America, England and France, and even a remake is being discussed,...More

[Spoiler] "Descendants of the Sun" Kim Ji-won gets an infectious disease
2016/03/24, Source
On the tenth episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun", Jin Yeong-soo (Jo Jae-yun) caused everyone to panic. Jin Yeong-soo ran away with Agus' (David Lee McInnis) diamond. He tried to get on a plane for Korea but he was in danger of getting caught by Agus's men and couldn't even get to Korea,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" sets another record, 31.6%
2016/03/24, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" set another record, yet again. According to Nielsen Korea, KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 31.6%. This is 1.2% more than the previous episode,...More

President Park praises Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's "Descendants of the Sun", city of Taebaek now a tourist hotspot
2016/03/23, Source
After President Park complimented Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's drama "Descendants of the Sun", movements are being made to re-establish the set by the government ministry. The city of Taebaek said they are propelling the reconstructing the set of "Descendants of the Sun",...More

"Descendants of the Sun" will require strong confrontation for copyright infringement
2016/03/23, Source
The KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" is going to require strong confrontation for copyright infringement. Companies, organizations and individuals have been using the contents of "Descendants of the Sun" without notice for profit,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki kiss and percentage finally reaches 30%
2016/03/23, Source
Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki finally made it through 30%. According to Nielsen Korea, "Descendants of the Sun" rated 30.4% which is 1.6% more than the previous episode,...More

[Interview] Jin Goo, "Mind controlling because of "Descendants of the Sun" popularity"
2016/03/22, Source
Jin Goo debuted in 2003 with the SBS drama "All In". He played Lee Byung-hun's childhood role and left a strong impression. Thirteen years later now, Jin Goo is doing an outstanding job. Jin Goo is starring in the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun". He poses as a soldier and one so realistic it's hard to know if he was actually born to be one,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Kim Ji-won, "I thank Jin Goo's wife for being understanding"
2016/03/22, Source
Actress Kim Ji-won thanked Jin Goo's wife. An interview was held with Kim Ji-won on the 22nd,...More

[Photos] Song Joong-ki's throwback photos from his college years
2016/03/22, Source
'The Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki's throwback photos from his college years are drawing attention again. Song Joong-ki was accepted to the Business Administration major at Sungkyunkwan University in 2005. He is smart and intelligent with broad background knowledge. For example, when he was a second year student at the university, Song Joong-ki went on KBS' quiz show, 'Quiz Korea' and won the second place,...More

"Descendants of the Sun", the top 5 finest scenes
2016/03/22, Source
The KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" set a record on the 17th with 28.8%. We take a look at the five best scenes from episode 1 to 8,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" follow-up, "Master - God of Noodles"
2016/03/21, Source
The forthcoming KBS 2TV drama "Master - God of Noodles" has revealed itself. Behind-the-scene cuts of the cast Chun Jung-myung (Moo Myeong), Cho Jae-hyun (Kim Gil-do), Jung Yoo-mi (Chae Yeo-kyeong) and Lee Sang-yeob's (Park Tae-ha) poster making were revealed on the 21st,...More

[Video Preview] "Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki, "Let's ruin some lipstick"
2016/03/21, Source
On the preview of the ninth episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun", Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) become closer thanks to Mo-yeon's unexpected recording of confession. Yoo Si-jin grabs Kang Mo-yeon by the arm and expresses his feelings. He asks her to stay for a pot of noodles,...More

Remake of Chinese "Descendants of the Sun" in discussion
2016/03/21, Source
What will a Chinese "Descendants of the Sun" be like? The popular KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" is currently in discussion of remaking a Chinese version of the drama,...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's funny photo captions
2016/03/21, Source
Some funny photos were posted on Song Hye-kyo's SNS. The photos are of Song Joong-ki in uniform and Song Hye-kyo. They are sitting on the beach with funny quotes saying, "You're so drunk. Let's go home", "I'm not drunk! I want to drink more!" and such,...More

Kim Ji-won, "My actual personality is not that cool like my 'Descendants of the Sun' character"
2016/03/21, Source
Kim Ji-won's fashion pictorial has been revealed. Kim Ji-won recently had her fashion pictorial taken for The Star. The photoshoot was performed under the title, 'Sun and Kim Ji-won',...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo deny dating rumor
2016/03/21, Source
The drama couple, Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo co-starring in KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' clearly denied the dating rumor of the two, saying the rumor is 'groundless'. An associate with Song Joong-ki's agency Blossom Entertainment told Xportsnews on the phone, "It is true that the two had a meal together in New York, however, the dating rumor is not true" and also revealed their frustration saying, "We might have to ask Song Joong-ki to eat only at home from now on",...More

Song Hye-kyo smiling next to Leon Lai, "Thanks for promoting "Descendants of the Sun""
2016/03/20, Source
Song Hye-kyo is friends with Leon Lai. She posted a video of herself and top star Leon Lai on her Instagram,...More

Where is Song Song couple's dating place in 'Descendants of the Sun'?
2016/03/20, Source
The episode of KBS 2TV's 'Entertainment Weekly' on March 19th revealed some behind-the-scenes stories about 'Descendants of the Sun'. They revealed the filming location and the geographical background of KBS 2TV's smash hit drama, 'Descendants of the Sun',...More

[Orion's Drama News] "Oppas" Are Bad for You
2016/03/19
Another week, another selection of drama news. We had all sorts of things happening these past few days, from the regular to the outrageous. The time is approaching for upcoming dramas, some star-studded new ones have begun their run and Song Joong-ki is here to steal you from your lovers and possibly ruin your life and health. Ok, maybe not,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 8 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/19, Source
Added episode 8 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

It's lovesickness: Public Security in China issues 'Song Joong-ki Warning'
2016/03/18, Source
While the KBS' Monday & Tuesday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' is experiencing the huge popularity in China, the Public Security in China issued 'Song Joong-ki Warning'. The Public Security posted the unusual announcement on their Weibo page regarding 'Song Joong-ki Lovesickness' and expressed their concerns about the side effects caused by the explosive popularity of the drama,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Jin Goo shares behind-the-scenes image of the earthquake scene
2016/03/18, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' Jin Goo shared his behind-the-scenes images from the earthquake filming set. On March 18th, Jin Goo posted the image on his personal Instagram with the caption, "I can remember exactly when it was! The earthquake scene was such a long and tough filming. Can't count how many nights we stayed up in the dusty hole... #Seo Da-yeong faces the limits to his physical strength. #Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 7 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/18, Source
Added episode 7 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

Song Joong-ki Works His Magic in Hit TV Soap
2016/03/18, Source
The popularity of KBS' new series "Descendants of the Sun" keeps growing in Korea and beyond, not least thanks to the male lead played by Song Joong-ki. Viewer ratings have been nearly 30 percent here, and in China episodes have been watched 2.5 billion times on a streaming site. Co-star Song Hye-kyo paid tribute to Song Joong-ki at a media event Wednesday. "I can't imagine who else could play this role so well", she said,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 8
2016/03/17
If the last episode of "Descendants of the Sun" was about the small moments, this one was about the small windows of time that allows our characters and those around them to see the world more clearly. The world is also seeing this drama quite clearly as it shot up 0.5% to 28.8%, mere percentage points away from the big three-oh. Si-jin and Mo-yeon are developing nicely although Mo-yeon's fear of losing him to his job still tends to dominate her emotions and behavior,...More

[Interview #2] The four leads of "Descendants of the Sun", from heart throbbing to affection
2016/03/17, Source
Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki are one couple in "Descendants of the Sun" with an age gap and the second couple is Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won. Kim Ji-won who is starring in the drama as Yoon Myeong-joo said, "Jin Goo looked at me at first and said, "This isn't the Yoon Myeong-joo I imagined". He thought Yoon Myeong-joo would be sexy, but I am short and child-like. Still, I wear a uniform in the drama so I feel sexy in it",...More

[Interview #1] "Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki's chemistry
2016/03/17, Source
There might be those who've never watched it before but those who have watched it can't stop. The outstanding performance of the cast and the mesmerizing storyline has taken over the drama scene. The 'soldier talk' used in the drama for more reality and the Song-Song Couple's chemistry is bringing about a syndrome. A press conference was held on the 16th with Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won,...More

Song Joong-ki captures China, the most popular star in China
2016/03/17, Source
The lead actor of "Descendants of the Sun" is becoming more and more popular in China. According to Blossom Entertainment, the KBS 2TV "Descendants of the Sun" lead male Song Joong-ki who plays Captain Yoo Si-jin, is the number 1 famous Korean star in China at the moment,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" sets record, headed for 30%
2016/03/17, Source
The KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" set another record. According to Nielsen Korea, the eighth episode of "Descendants of the Sun" rated,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won's romantic couple pictorial
2016/03/17, Source
The heartwarming 'Descendants of the Sun' couple Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won had a couple pictorial taken. Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won had an interview with Grazia and also had a pictorial taken for the magazine,...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Song Hye-kyo stays next to Song Joong-ki
2016/03/17, Source
On KBS 2TV's 'Descendants of the Sun' episode 8, Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) gave up on returning to Korea. The Hyeseong Hospital medical team decided to return to Korea. Park Byeong-soo (Kim Byung-chul) asked Kang Mo-yeon to make a list of the medical team members, who would return to Korea,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 7
2016/03/16
"Descendants of the Sun" rode atop romance and angsty separations for its first six episodes, but this episode saw a sudden turn. It began to look inward, to inspect the minutiae of humanity and the beauty found in the smallest of human connections. Perhaps the lack of intense romantic interaction is what kept the show from pushing into the 30s, but it came in at a hugely respectable 28.3%, just 0.2% less than last episode. The little moments built this episode from the ground up,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" , "The wine kiss scene with Song Hye-kyo took a lot of work"
2016/03/16, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki talked about the wine kiss scene from the drama "Descendants of the Sun". A press conference for the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" was held on the 16th with Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo, "I know why everyone's crazy about Song Joong-ki"
2016/03/16, Source
Song Hye-kyo revealed the secret to Song Joong-ki's popularity. A press conference for the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" was held on the 16th with Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won,...More

Muscles, Song Joong-ki VS Rain VS Lee Jin-wook
2016/03/16, Source
Actors Song Joong-ki, Rain and Lee Jin-wook have conquered it all with their muscles. First, Song Joong-ki, the hottest actor today revealed his lean body through "Descendants of the Sun",...More

"Descendants of the Sun" ratings slow down, but will it break 30%?
2016/03/16, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" has started to slow down, but it's close to breaking through 30%. According to Nielsen Korea, KBS 2TV "Descendants of the Sun" rated 28.3% on the 17th, a 0.2% decrease from the previous episode's 28.5% last week,...More

Song Joong-ki and Eric Nam take selfie together
2016/03/16, Source
Song Joong-ki and Eric Nam met each other. Singer Eric Nam posted a photo of the two on his personal Instagram on March 16th and wrote "Song Joong-ki hyung, I met at SIA after a while. Hyung, I was happy to see you, See you soon",...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won look like a real couple in duo selfie
2016/03/16, Source
Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won's lovely selfie was revealed. On March 16th, Kim Ji-won posted a photo of the drama couple on her personal Instagram asking their drama fans to watch the main run of the episode on the day,...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki to Song Hye-kyo, "I've been regretting all the time because I left without seeing your face"
2016/03/16, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki revealed he was worried about Song Hye-kyo. On the 7th episode of 'Descendants of the Sun', Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) reunited in Uruk,...More

The types of 'Descendants of the Sun' viewers: "May have yet to watch, but no one watched only once"
2016/03/15, Source
Here is an analysis of some of the posts through SNS from the viewers. - Fretted types People say that "You may have yet to watch, but no one watches it only once" about 'Descendants of the Sun'. The viewers are saying that "'Descendants of the Sun' is like an addiction without an exit", "Is the runtime really an hour? It feels like the time stopped", "I keep looking at the time hoping that the drama would not end", "I feel like I can hear Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's voices in my head". One viewer said that, "I am watching it again and again; I feel like an addict", and other replied that they are going through the same addiction. These are the real fretting type of viewers of 'Descendants of the Sun',...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Kim Seo-yeong-I publishes photo with Kim Ji-won
2016/03/15, Source
While 'Descendants of the Sun' is a huge trend, Kim Seo-yeong-I, an actor from 'Descendants of the Sun' has published a photo with Kim Ji-won. Kim Seo-yeong-I recently posted a photo in his Instagram saying, "Welcome to Uruk captain Yoon Myeong-joo!",...More

[Photos] Park Bo-gum VS Song Joong-ki, A Sweet Guy Competition
2016/03/15, Source
Sweet guy Choi Taek from tvN drama series 'Answer Me 1988' and Yoo Si-jin from KBS drama series, 'Descendants of the Sun' finally met. There was a pink carpet event '2016 SIA' in Dongdaemun Plaza in Seoul on the 15th,...More

Song Joong-ki's Asia tour begins in April in Korea: agency sends out precautionary warning about misrepresentation and alike
2016/03/15, Source
Song Joong-ki is planning his Asia tour in the biggest scale since he debuted. During the course of the panning for his fan meetings, he has been getting worried about the possible victims caused by misrepresentation in regards to the fan meeting in China. An associate with Song Joong-ki's agency told Newsen on March 14th, "We posted a notice about fan meetings in China a few days ago. Since then, we've been receiving a volley of questions about fan meetings in Korea as well as other international locations",...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki parody fever
2016/03/14, Source
KBS2 'Descendants of the Sun' only airs on Wednesday and Thursday and yet it feels like it's seen every day on TV. This could be because many celebrities are making a parody of it, especially the soldier, Song Joong-ki. Let's see who is the best among them. - 'Infinite Challenge' is also a fan,...More

Song Joong-ki, the most famous actor in China within a month
2016/03/14, Source
Song Joong-ki became the most famous actor in China. According to Data and Marketing professional company of China entertainment VLinkage said on the 13th that their data showed Song Joong-ki became the most famous actor in China. Song Joong-ki was on the 8th place on March 8th, and 3rd place on March 9th,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' VS 'Goodbye Mr. Black': Who will be the winner?
2016/03/14, Source
Lee Jin-wook and Moon Chae-won are challenging Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo. MBC's new drama series, "Goodbye Mr. Black" (written by Moon Hee-jeong, directed by Han Heui and Kim Seong-wook-I) will be aired on the coming 16th, challenging the soaring KBS 2TV 'Descendants of the Sun',...More

This is how 'Goodbye Mr. Black' copes with 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/14, Source
"Goodbye Mr. Black" joined the battle of Wednesday & Thursday dramas. The press conference for MBC's new Wednesday & Thursday drama, "Goodbye Mr. Black" was held at MBC Sangamdong building on March 14th,...More

[Video] 'Descendants of the Sun' OST tops all music charts
2016/03/13, Source
It is an exceptional event of lining up the OST. KBS 2TV 'Descendants of the Sun' OST has hit the Korean Music Charts.,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' exported to Japan for 2 billion won... re-igniting Korean wave?
2016/03/13, Source
KBS 2TV drama 'Descendants of the Sun' has confirmed its export to Japan, hoping that it would re-ignite the dying Korean wave in Japan. According to media on the 14th, 'Descendants of the Sun' recently signed a contract with Japan. Approximately 100 thousand dollars per episode, and with its 16 episodes, it will be about 2 billion Korean won total,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Exclusives and Debacles
2016/03/12
Join yours truly, writer and community manager Orion with more drama news this week. And what a busy week it has been. The "Cheese in the Trap" controversies keep coming, we have a truck-load of new goodies from upcoming shows and our exclusive interview with "Moorim School" actor Sam Okyere is finally here,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 6 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/12, Source
Added episode 6 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 5 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/11, Source
Added episode 5 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 6
2016/03/10
This is seriously baffling. "Descendants of the Sun" episode 6 blasted ratings precedents with 28.5%. The drama is most definitely not about action and is all about the romance, the Song Joong-ki stare, and the manufactured drama. I admit to welcoming the earthquake and the chaos it fosters because it pulls the drama out of its extremely romance heavy focus. What detracts from the high-budget beauty of the episode is the circular happenings between both couples,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Pretty photo of Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo on the beach
2016/03/10, Source
Song Hye-kyo has published a photo of her and Song Joong-ki which was taken on a beach during 'Descendants of the Sun' filming through her Instagram on the 11th,...More

Reasons Why Song Joong-ki's Long Run Is Being Predicted
2016/03/10, Source
The era of Song Joong-ki has come. He was a star before, but it's much more prominent nowadays with him in 'Descendants of the Sun'. The character Yoo Si-jin by Song Joong-ki is just too good to be true making the viewers fall for him immediately. Plus, he is like a hero in the drama, protecting not only women, but the elderly and the children as well,...More

'Golden line ups', Baro from B1A4 joins "Master - God of Noodles"
2016/03/10, Source
Baro, a member of B1A4 has confirmed his casting for "Master - God of Noodles". On the 10th, Baro has confirmed his cast as a young version of Cho Jae-hyun (Kim Gil-do) for KBS 2TV's new Wednesday & Thursday drama, "Master - God of Noodles",...More

"Descendants of the Sun" rated 28.5% setting a new record once again
2016/03/10, Source
According to AGB Nielsen Korea, KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 28.5% on the 10th. This is 1.1% more than the previous episode and 4.4% more than the episode aired on the 3rd. "Descendants of the Sun" is setting a new record every other episode in Korean Drama history. Not only 30% is just around the corner, it looks like it's going to break through 40%,...More

Jung Yoo-mi lands leading role in 'Master - God of Noodles'
2016/03/10, Source
Jung Yoo-mi has confirmed her casting for KBS 2TV's new Wednesday & Thursday drama, "Master - God of Noodles". As Chun Jung-myung (Moo-myeong) and Cho Jae-hyun (Kim Gil-do) were already confirmed as the male leads prior to this news, Jung Yoo-mi's cast as the female lead completes the trusted combination for the cast,...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Song Hye-kyo regrets rejecting Song Joong-ki's love
2016/03/10, Source
On the 5th episode of KBS 2TVs' Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun', Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) complained about his life to Seo Dae-yeong (Jin Goo). Seo Dae-yeong asked Yoo Si-jin how his relationship with Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) was going. Yoo Si-jin said, "It didn't go well. I feel I'm rejected each vacation. I still miss her but I should be feeling better soon",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 5
2016/03/09
Despite its lack of action, the romantic play of "Descendants of the Sun" has earned it another record-breaking rating: 27.4%. I find this rating rather incredible, but Song Joong-ki is a strong lead with the skills and the looks to carry the show along with Song Hye-kyo. The show also knows just how to pull the romantic strings to keep the interest going,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Handsome Jasper Cho, a new link between Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo
2016/03/09, Source
Rookie actor Jasper Cho has successfully made his hazing as Daniel in "Descendants of the Sun". He made his first appearance in the drama on the fifth episode as the 'Peacemaker' emergency rescue team patriotic doctor named Daniel Spencer,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" sets another record, 27.4%
2016/03/09, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" set another record with an incredible ending. According to AGB Nielsen Korea, KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 27.4% on the 9th. This is 3.3% more than the previous episode and a new record. It looks like it's going to break through 30% soon,...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's romantic CPR: Does this count as their second kiss?
2016/03/09, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' Song Joong-ki saved Song Hye-kyo and then gave her CPR. On the 5th episode of KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun', Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) saved Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo), who was hanging off a cliff,...More

[Video Preview] "Descendants of the Sun", Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo kiss but no sweetness
2016/03/08, Source
The preview of "Descendants of the Sun" is building hype. On fifth episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun", Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) kiss,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" writer Kim Eun-sook's next work to be on tvN?
2016/03/08, Source
Star writer Kim Eun-sook is discussing work with tvN. According to several sources, Kim Eun-sook who wrote "Descendants of the Sun" is talking about work with tvN. Her next drama is likely to be based on an oriental fable,...More

"Goddess like no other" Song Hye-kyo
2016/03/08, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo's behind-the-scene cuts have been revealed on the "Descendants of the Sun" homepage,...More

"Sexy in anything" Song Joong-ki in boyfriend cuts
2016/03/08, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki's behind-the-scene cuts have been released. Blossom Entertainment released several pictures of the actor on the 9th,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki's quotes
2016/03/08, Source
Lieutenant Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) from "Descendants of the Sun" believes children, beauties and the elderly need to be protected. His jokes lead girls on because they consist of fun and affection. We take a look at Yoo Si-jin's quotes,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song-Song Couple
2016/03/07, Source
Song Joong-ki (31) and Song Hye-kyo (34) who are 3 years apart are making viewers' stomachs flutter. The two of them represent a strong man and a bold woman in the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun". However, their couple-act proves that age doesn't matter,...More

Song Joong-ki has been donating for children with cancer for five years secretly
2016/03/07, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki's heartwarming good deeds have been discovered. According to the official blog of Korea Childhood Leukemia Foundation, Song Joong-ki has been donating since 2011 constantly,...More

[Video] "Descendants of the Sun" OST smashes music charts
2016/03/06, Source
The OST for "Descendants of the Sun" is topping all music sites. "This Love" sung by Davichi is currently on the top of the charts of 8 music charts including Melon, Genie, Naver Music, MNet, Bugs, Soribada, Olleh Music, Monkey 3 Music and more. This is based on 7AM this morning,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Death and Taxes
2016/03/05
Welcome back to weekly drama news with writer and community manager Orion. During this week I keep piling on the upcoming drama goodies and speak about my followed shows, both of which will be regular categories here. I also address the elephant in the room (no, not me, the other one) called "Cheese in the Trap", which you will be able to read more about in my review next week,...More

[HanCinema's Drama First Look] "Please Come Back, Mister"
2016/03/05
While ratings behemoth "Descendants of the Sun" is plowing through the drama season, this means little to fans outside of the Korean and Chinese markets. After all, a good drama fan should know that numbers do not measure individual enjoyment or cover all viewer tastes. "Please Come Back, Mister" might not be getting the spotlight, but this is not stopping it from being fun,...More

[HanCinema's Drama First Look] "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/03/05
The long awaited, fully pre-produced "Descendants of the Sun" is here and boy, has it made an entrance. With domestic and foreign ratings, sales and buzz soaring high, the drama is undoubtedly a huge success. At the same time, it is really not a story with something for everyone and has its share of issues which range from tolerable to frustrating. For those who like the type, however, this is one fun ride,...More

Park Bo-gum confirmed for KBS' 'Moonlight Drawn by Clouds'
2016/03/05, Source
Park Bo-gum's next drama has been decided. He will become a Crown Prince in KBS' 'Moonlight Drawn by Clouds', based on the popular webtoon with the same title, which stole the hearts of its million readers. While Park Bo-gum was loved widely for his role Choi Taek in 'Answer Me 1988', the attention on his next project has reached its peak. The news that Park Bo-gum has been confirmed to star in 'Moonlight Drawn by Clouds' as the leading role, a handsome Crown Prince will boost the lineup of KBS dramas in the second half of this year, as KBS has already rebounded with 'Descendants of the Sun',...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 4 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/05, Source
Added episode 4 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Captures Korean, Chinese Viewers
2016/03/05, Source
KBS' new series "Descendants of the Sun" has been an immediate hit with ratings of over 20 percent in just three episodes. It pairs Song Joong-ki, who chose the soap as his first project after his discharge from mandatory military service last year, with Song Hye-kyo,...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 3 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/03/04, Source
Added episode 3 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 4
2016/03/03
"Descendants of the Sun" shows absolutely no signs of slowing down. It is only in the second week and it is pulling in ratings of 24.1%. A mixture of the hype, the star power, the whopping budget, and the intensity of the plot and romance is the reason for its success. Writer Kim Eun-sook always likes to keep her viewers on their toes, and this drama proves to be no exception,...More

Song Joong-ki, Yoo Ah-in and Park Yoo-chun, the 'Sungkyunkwan descendants'
2016/03/03, Source
All the actors from "Sungkyunkwan Scandal" are standing on the stop. Song Joong-ki, Yoo Ah-in and Park Yoo-chun are opening new doors to success one by one. The three of them made success at different times of their career, and with Song Joong-ki's hot popularity at the moment with "Descendants of the Sun", the three musketeers have been put in the spotlight,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song & Song couple overlooks 30%
2016/03/03, Source
The new KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" is going up like crazy. According to Nielsen Korea, the fourth episode of "Descendants of the Sun" rated 24.1%. At this rate, the drama will jump over 30% in no time,...More

Joong-ki and Gwang-soo, Song Joong-ki's love for the Prince of Asia
2016/03/03, Source
Song Joong-ki expressed his affection for his best friend Lee Kwang-soo. On the Facebook of production company NEW, several pictures came up saying, "Captain Yoo, what are you thinking about next to Doctor Mo-yeon?",...More

[Spoiler] "Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo finds out Song Joong-ki is in danger
2016/03/03, Source
Song Hye-kyo realized that Song Joong-ki was in danger. On the 4th episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" on the 3rd, Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) went out on a date,...More

[Spoiler] "Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki, "Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won have something going on"
2016/03/03, Source
Song Joong-ki tried to make Song Hye-kyo jealous by telling her that Jin Goo and Kim Ji-won had something going on. On the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun", Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) and Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) met in Uruk,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 3
2016/03/02
After a long week of waiting, "Descendants of the Sun" has graced us with another episode that came in at an unheard of 23.4%. Again, I can't iterate enough how slick and gorgeous it is or how fantastic the actors are in their roles. Song Joong-ki, despite his pretty face, is 100% masculine and in charge of his character while Song Hye-gyo owns the drastic change in hers. Not to mention that we finally get to see the beauty of Greece that plays the role of the country Uruk where the drama takes place. Please be sure to stick around for some home grown insight about Greece from Orion, HanCinema's own Greek goddess.,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" exceeds 20% in just three episodes
2016/03/02
"Descendants of the Sun" broke the 20% barrier after only three broadcasts. According to Nielsen Korea, KBS "Descendants of the Sun" rated 23.4% on March 3rd,...More

[Preview] Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki reunite in Uruk
2016/03/01, Source
On the third episode of the drama "Descendants of the Sun" which is set to air on March 2nd, Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) is going to go past Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo). The second episode showed him and the Alpha team getting off their transport plane and walking towards the medical team,...More

[Orion's Drama News] Controversies and Co-Productions
2016/02/27
Hello everyone and welcome to weekly drama news with yours truly, writer and community manager Orion. In these pieces I will be recapping a few drama-related news of the previous week and speaking about my personal thoughts on them. Come chat with me in the comments and share your own opinion on these items or any news you like,...More

Song Hye-kyo says, "Confession of love? You shouldn't take so long because of my age now"
2016/02/27, Source
Song Hye-kyo shared her hot thoughts about dating. Song Hye-kyo starred on the February 27th show of KBS 2TV's 'Entertainment Weekly' and mentioned about Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki)'s straightforward confession of love in 'Descendants of the Sun',...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 2 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/02/27, Source
Added episode 2 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Spoiler] Added episode 1 captures for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/02/26, Source
Added episode 1 captures for the Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 2
2016/02/25
If episode one of "Descendants of the Sun" was about introductions, episode two, coming in on top at 15.5%, fleshed them out and added the rest of the teams that support Si-jin and Mo-yeon. Romance was the priority, but it didn't feel like the show was beating us over the head with it. Instead, the romance that blossomed hit very real walls that were acknowledged by two adults who hold themselves to different belief systems and lifestyles. We all know that will change. The adventure is watching them learn what we already know,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki kisses Min Hyo-rin, "Tae Yang doesn't like this scene"
2016/02/25, Source
A scene from an old drama called "Triple" starring Song Joong-ki and Min Hyo-rin was captured and posted online,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" rises
2016/02/25, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" is propelling. According to Nielsen Korea, the new KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 15.5% on the 26th. This is 1.2% more than the first episode,...More

[Spoiler] Lee Jong-hyuk makes cameo appearance in "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/02/25, Source
Lee Jong-hyuk made a surprise appearance in "Descendants of the Sun". He appeared on the second episode in Yoo Si-jin's (Song Joong-ki) recollection,...More

[Spoiler] "Descendants of the Sun", Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo
2016/02/25, Source
On the second episode of the new KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun", Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo) told each other their stories. Yoo Si-jin told Kang Mo-yeon, "I am a soldier. I am someone who moves on order. Although what I believe in may not always seem right to some people, I do what I am told to do to my best",...More

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Descendants of the Sun" Episode 1
2016/02/24
It's finally here, folks! KBS's first pre-produced, star-studded drama "Descendants of the Sun". The drama dominated the charts at whopping 14.3%. It's Song Joong-ki's first drama after his mandatory military service, which is all too fitting. He as Soldier Yoo Si-jin is joined by Song Hye-kyo as war doctor Kang Mo-yeon, Jin Goo as Soldier Seo Dae-yeong, and as war doctor Yoon Myeong-joo, Kim Ji-won. From the trailers we knew that romance is the thread that will weave through the story, but war and it's trials and horrors will drive the plot as it brings people together and tears them apart. We've been teased for months, and now, without further ado, I bring to you my review of episode 1,...More

Song Hye-kyo's crazy beauty
2016/02/24, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo promoted her new KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun". She posted a picture on Instagram and said, "Make sure you don't miss the broadcast of "Descendants of the Sun"!",...More

[Spoiler] Rain and Song Joong-ki's naked bodies
2016/02/24, Source
Song Joong-ki and Rain (Jeong Ji-hoon) heated up the screens with their tight abs. Song Joong-ki appeared on the first episode of the new KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun", shirtless,...More

First episode ratings, "Descendants of the Sun" 14.3% "Please Come Back, Mister" 6.6%
2016/02/24, Source
A new competition has begun and the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" has come in first. According to Nielsen Korea, the new KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" rated 14.3%,...More

[Spoiler] 'Descendants of the Sun' begins with Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo's first encounter like a destiny
2016/02/24, Source
The first episode of the highly anticipated Wednesday & Thursday drama, KBS 2TV's 'Descendants of the Sun' was broadcast on February 24th. When Yoo Si-jin (Song Joong-ki) and Seo Dae-yeong (Jin Goo) bumped into a pickpocket, the two brought the thief under control. As the pickpocket was injured during the struggle, they applied first aid and brought him to the hospital. The doctor who treated the pickpocket was Kang Mo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo),...More

Korean dramas starting today 2016/02/24 in Korea
2016/02/24, Source
Korean dramas starting today 2016/02/24 in Korea "Descendants of the Sun" and "Please Come Back, Mister",...More

[Photos] Added new kiss poster and new stills for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/02/23, Source
Added new kiss poster, new stills and <,...More

"Please Come Back, Mister" VS "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/02/23, Source
The competition on Wednesdays and Thursdays has started. The new SBS drama "Please Come Back, Mister" and the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" set out on a fun but intense competition. "Descendants of the Sun" features star writer Kim Eun-sook, Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki,...More

Today's Photo: February 23, 2016 [2]
2016/02/23, Source
Song Hye-kyo (left) and Song Joong-ki pose at a press junket for their new TV series "Descendants of the Sun" in Seoul on Monday,...More

Song Joong-ki's pay per episode in dramas, such as "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/02/22, Source
Actor and actress Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are starring in the new KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun". Song Joong-ki came in 6th in the tvN show "List of Names" for 'top actor in his 20s',...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo, a goddess indeed
2016/02/22, Source
While "Descendants of the Sun is of great issue, Song Hye-kyo's pictures from the past have come up the surface once again. Song Hye-kyo modeled for the magazine Bazaar and showed off her sexy appeal,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" D-1, Chinese version without 'North Korea'
2016/02/22, Source
"Descendants of the Sun" in China and Korea won't be the same. The new KBS 2TV drama is coming on the 24th. This 13 billion won drama has been 100% pre-produced and aims for the Chinese Hallyu market. The drama is being reviewed in China at the moment and will soon be decided to be put on air,...More

'Descendants of the Sun' Song Hye-kyo says, "Comeback to romance comedy in 12 years, it'll be quite different"
2016/02/22, Source
Song Hye-kyo shared her emotions about her drama comeback. Song Hye-kyo revealed her feelings about her coming back to the small screen through a romance-comedy drama during the press conference of the KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama 'Descendants of the Sun' press conference in Imperial Palace Hotel in Nonhyeon-dong, Seoul in the afternoon on February 22nd,...More

"Please Come Back, Mister" Rain and Oh Yeon-seo
2016/02/21, Source
Will "Please Come Back, Mister" Rain and Oh Yeon-seo make it big after "Remember"? And will it be able to stand competition with "Descendants of the Sun"? The premiere of the new SBS drama "Please Come Back, Mister" was held on the 19th. "Please Come Back, Mister" is based on a Japanese original and it's about a group of friends who are sent to the other world and back all fresh and new. Fantasy wraps along the reality of our lives in which weak people are reborn as handsome and powerful men and women,...More

[Video] Added 2nd main trailer for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/02/21, Source
Added 2nd main trailer for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

How Chinese Money Is Changing Korean Media
2016/02/21, Source
An influx of Chinese money is having a huge influence on the Korean media industry. One recent symptom was the case of Taiwanese-born teenage starlet Tzuyu, whose waving of her country's flag in an old clip sparked a Twitterstorm that sent her agency JYP into a blind panic. Terrified of jeopardizing the Chinese market, JYP forced the girl to apologize on bended knee and declare her allegiance to the Motherland -- only to find that barely anyone in China had noticed. Still, China's media contents market is growing 11 percent annually and is expected to surpass Japan's this year, which puts JYP's anxieties into perspective (US$1=W1,211). According to the Small and Medium Business Administration, more than W1 trillion worth (~US$1 billion) of Chinese money had been invested in Korean computer games and entertainment programs as of September last year. Last week, China's top online retailer Alibaba announced it is investing W35.5 billion in another Korean talent mill, SM Entertainment, and with money comes clout,...More

[HanCinema's Drama Preview] "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/02/20
Hold on to your hats and other detachable wearables, because "Descendants of the Sun" is coming, almost a year after it first got viewers excited over its existence. The drama is a fully pre-produced work partially filmed in Greece and features a powerhouse hallyu-fueled cast and crew. Expectations are high and emotions even higher. Are you all ready for the big reveal,...More

[Spoiler] 'The Merchant: Gaekju 2015' Kim Min-jung lives for Jang Hyuk until the end
2016/02/18, Source
The final episode of KBS 2TV's Wednesday & Thursday drama, "The Merchant: Gaekju 2015" showed Mae-wol (Kim Min-jung)'s unchanging love towards Bong-sam (Jang Hyuk) even after one and half decade passed. Mae-wol met Bong-sam, who came to see her in 15 years. Bong-same asked Mae-wol, "I'm not going to ask you to sell the land in Noryangjin to me, but please do not sell the land to Haedong company".,...More

Will the 4 MBC dramas steal the show?
2016/02/17, Source
4 kinds of MBC dramas are making an appearance. "Happy Home", "Marriage Contract", "Goodbye Mr. Black" and "Monster - 2016" are coming up from the 27th.,...More

Song Hye-kyo still looks like a goddess in effortless and simple style
2016/02/17, Source
Song Hye-kyo shared a part of her recent daily life on her SNS account. On February 17th, she uploaded a group photo on her personal SNS account. She took the photo at a theater where musical 'Wall-penetrating Man' is performed,...More

Drama 'Descendants of the Sun' is a TV show at a movie-like scale
2016/02/16, Source
'Descendants of the Sun' making film, 'D-258' unveiled on February 12th is garnering much attention, while its first episode is about to go on air soon (www.kbs.co.kr/drama/sun). KBS 2TV's new Wednesday & Thursday drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' is highly anticipated by drama fans as well as people inside broadcasting industry, because the drama is produced on a pre-filming basis by 100% and it will be broadcast simultaneously in Korea and China,...More

YG officially denies news about Choi Seung-hyun (T.O.P)'s appearance in 'God of Noodles'
2016/02/12, Source
While the news broke out reporting Choi Seung-hyun (T.O.P) would return to the small screen as an actor, YG said that it's not true. On February 12th, an associate with YG Entertainment told Xportsnews, "The report that he will appear in 'God of Noodles' is not true",...More

[Video] First main trailer revealed for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/02/04, Source
First main trailer revealed for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Photos] Hallyu goddess Song Hye-kyo's sophisticated and classy styles
2016/02/02, Source
Song Hye-kyo showed off her beautiful looks that appeal to China as well as all other Asian countries. Song Hye-kyo has been selected as a model for a globally famous fashion brand to represent Asia,...More

Song Joong-ki is Seolhyun's ideal type
2016/02/01, Source
While the poster for Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki's drama "Descendants of the Sun" is out, Seolhyun had mentioned in the past that Song Joong-ki was her ideal type. Seolhyun said on the SBS TV show "TV News At Night" that Song Joong-ki had been her ideal type of guy for a long time and that she wants to act with him if she had the chance,...More

[Photo] Added poster for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun"
2016/01/31, Source
Added poster for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Video] Sixth teaser video released for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/01/29, Source
Sixth teaser video released for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Video] 2 New teaser videos released for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/01/22, Source
2 New teaser videos released for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Video] New teaser videos and airing date released for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/01/11, Source
New teaser videos and airing date released for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

100% Meaningless: "Cheese In The Trap" before and after changes
2016/01/07, Source
'Pre-production' is a rare keyword. Whether or not a drama aims for the Hallyu Wave in the Chinse market or whether it aims for a high quality result, Korea has been putting a lot of thought in 'pre-production' and some are putting their thoughts into action,...More

Song Hye-kyo with her pet
2016/01/06, Source
Actress Song Hye-kyo posed with her pet dog. She posted this picture on her Instagram and said, "Doggy's mother is away on a business trip",...More

[Video] 2 Minute Trailer with English subtitles made by fans released for the Korean drama 'Descendants of the Sun'
2016/01/05, Source
2 Minute Trailer with English subtitles made by fans released for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun",...More

[Coming Soon in 2016 #3] From Song Joong-ki to Lee Jin-wook, hotties on their way
2016/01/04, Source
Great dramas are coming this way in 2016. The reason they are so anticipating is because of the handsome actors. Here is a list of some of the hotties. They are coming at last. Song Joong-ki's KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" is coming this February. Song Joong-ki plays a soldier right after his National Duty. His role is Yoo Si-jin, a special forces foreign dispatch solider,...More

[Coming Soon in 2016 #2] Hye-soo, Hye-kyo, Yeon-seo, Nara, 4 actresses to devour in Year of the Monkey
2016/01/04, Source
The New Year of the Monkey has come. With many new starts and resolutions going on about, many actresses are making a comeback this year. - Miss Kim comes back tough with tvN "Signal",...More

[Coming Soon in 2016 #1] "Cheese In the Trap", "Descendants of the Sun", "Please Come Back, Mister"
2016/01/04, Source
Masterpieces with outstanding casts and trustworthy crews will be released this year. Web-toon drama "Cheese in the Trap" is one of the first dramas to be broadcast this year. Song Hye-kyo's "Descendants of the Sun" is coming to KBS and SBS is presenting "Please Come Back, Mister" starring Rain and Lee Min-jung,...More

[Video] 'Descendants of the Sun' preview trailer unveils: Intense battle of examination on each other, Song Joong-ki vs Song Hye-kyo
2015/12/29, Source
The production company NEW of KBS 2TV's upcoming drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' has unveiled its preview trailer through their official Facebook. This is the second trailer after the one released on December 24th. The revealed video features romance between Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki, which will make your heart flutter. Song Joong-ki asks Song Hye-kyo, "Since you're a doctor, I bet you don't have a boyfriend? You're too busy". "Since you're a soldier, you must not have a girlfriend? Because you're too intense", Song Hye-kyo retorts. Song Joong-ki says, "Someone needs to give an answer here" and then the two looked at each other smiling,...More

Song Hye-kyo's fascinating black and white picture
2015/12/01, Source
Song Hye-kyo posed a black and white picture with an emoticon of lips on her Instagram. She's wearing a T-shirt and looking at the camera with meaningful eyes. She gives off the aura of an actress in this black and white picture,...More

Song Joong-ki injured on the set of 'Descendants of the Sun'
2015/11/25, Source
Song Joong-ki has injured his arm on the set of KBS 2TV's 'Descendants of the Sun'. He is waiting for the result of the close examination on the injury while wearing cast on his arm. His agency Blossom Entertainment told Dispatch on November 25th, "While filing an action scene, he fell off and injured his arm on November 23rd" and "He was treated in an emergency room right away",...More

Song Hye-kyo looks fresh-faced: her gwiyomi style in daily life
2015/11/17, Source
Song Hye-kyo has shared a part of her recent daily life. On November 17th, Song Hye-kyo posted a couple photos of herself on her personal Instagram, saying "am8:00",...More

[HanCinema's Report] "Descendants of the Sun" filming in Greece
2015/10/17
Upcoming series 'Descendants of the Sun' has been filming in locations all over Greece since late September. The drama starring popular actors Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo is about a UN peacekeeping troops captain and a volunteer for Doctors Without Borders falling in love while in a war-stricken country. Due to this premise, 80% of the pre-produced series is filmed outside of Korea. While the production has been mostly secretive in order to maintain audience suspense, some Greek news portals and blogs have followed the filming and acquired information. After contacting them, they have graciously shared their coverage with HanCinema. Filming has mainly taken place in Zakynthos, Arachova and Lemnos,...More

[Photos] Added new stills for the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun"
2015/10/16, Source
Added new stills for the upcoming Korea,...More

So Ji-sub, Song Joong-ki and Kim Woo-bin, Lee Kyeong-hee's KBS men
2015/10/12, Source
"Uncontrollably Fond" starring stop star Kim Woo-bin, is about to be organized into KBS. This completes writer Lee Kyeong-hee's line up of So Ji-sub, Song Joong-ki and Kim Woo-bin. So Ji-sub who is starring in the drama "Oh My Venus" as health trainer Kim Yeong-ho, starred in the 2004 drama "Sorry, I Love You" as Cha Moo-hyeok. "Sorry, I Love You" is one of Lee Kyeong-hee's classics and one of the greatest melodramas of all time,...More

KBS is discussing airtime for Kim Woo-bin and Bae Suzy's 'Uncontrollably Fond'
2015/10/12, Source
While KBS' new drama, "Uncontrollably Fond" is being highly anticipated for co-starring the A-list stars, Kim Woo-bin and Bae Suzy, it seems that the drama will happen. According to an insider from KBS drama department on October 12th, they are discussing the airtime for writer Lee Kyeong-hee's "Uncontrollably Fond",...More

Actors' salary this year
2015/09/03, Source
Curiosity rose for actors' pay after actresses' pay was released last month. We've updated the ranks from highest paid actors to the lowest. According to studies, the gap between actors and actresses isn't that large. In case of the actors, they are more highly paid as they have a strong fan base all over the world. The prices of actors continuously rise but the actresses fill in the gaps with fashion and beauty advertisements. After actors make it big with dramas, they make more money off extracurricular events such as foreign fan meetings and such so they make extra profits,...More

From Song Joong-ki to So Ji-sub, handsome oppas are coming back
2015/08/11, Source
Please stop crying because Kim Soo-hyun's "Producers" ended. More handsome oppas are coming back. As hot A-list actors are coming back to small screens, it is making female drama fans' hearts pound. First of all, the king of period drama, Jang Hyuk is returning with KBS' period drama. His title, 'King of period drama' was earned since KBS 'The Slave Hunters', 2010. He received a grand award for his acting performance. He later made 'Deep-rooted Tree' and 'Shine or Go Crazy' big hits in a row and emerged to his current status,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki casts Lee Kwang-soo
2015/07/16, Source
Multi-talented actor Lee Kwang-soo is making a short appearance in "Descendants of the Sun". He was cast by Song Joong-ki.,...More

"Yong Pal" Kim Tae-hee VS "Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo
2015/07/09, Source
Kim Tae-hee's comeback drama SBS "Yong Pal" is competing with Song Hye-kyo's KBS drama "Descendants of the Sun". At the script reading session of "Yong Pal on the 25th there were Joo Won, Kim Tae-hee, Jo Hyun-jae, Chae Jung-an and other casts. Producer Oh Jin-seok started the reading by saying, "I'll do my best to make a good drama" and writer Jang Hyeok-rin said, "I trust you all",...More

Kim Tae-hee, Song Hye-kyo and Kim Hee-ae are coming
2015/07/06, Source
Distinguished actresses are coming back this year. Kim Tae-hee, Song Hye-kyo and Kim Hee-ae are coming back and fans are excited. - KBS "Descendants of the Sun" Song Hye-kyo and "Assembly" Song Yoon-ah,...More

Jo Woo-ri's role in "Descendants of the Sun"
2015/06/28, Source
Jo Woo-ri shot her role in "Descendants of the Sun". KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" is a human melodrama about young soldiers and doctors who dream of success in harsh conditions, starring Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo,...More

Jo In-sung, Lee Kwang-soo and Song Joong-ki to go on a trip
2015/06/03, Source
Jo In-sung, Lee Kwang-soo and Song Joong-ki have gone on a trip. The three of them were spotted departing from the Incheon International Airport on the 3rd,...More

"Descendants of the Sun" Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo and the rest of the cast
2015/06/02, Source
The script reading for "Descendants of the Sun" was held on the 28th at the KBS Hall. Media and reporters gathered on that day to take in the images of actors and actresses practicing their lines for the drama that is expected to be 'the drama' this year. Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo, Kim Ji-won, Kang Shin-il, Seo Jung-yeon, Lee Seung-joon and Hyun Jyu-ni were there to see each others' faces. Director Lee Eung-bok started off the session with a speech, "I wonder if there will ever be a greater cast and staff than this. I hope we do well and I know we will. Until the day we round up again..."Writer Kim Won-seok-II also said, "It's an honor to meet all of you". Second writer Kim Eun-sook said, "This is my tenth drama and I hope you all work with me",...More

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo in "Descendants of the Sun"
2015/05/28, Source
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo appeared at the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun" script reading session. The reading took place in KBS on the 28th,...More

[Photos] Song Hye-kyo arriving at script reading for 'Descendants of the Sun', Song Joon-ki too
2015/05/28, Source
The script reading for Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki's KBS 2TV's new drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' took place at a script reading room in KBS annex building on May 28th. Song Hye-kyo is arriving at the building to go into the script reading session on this day,...More

Song Joong-ki Completes Military Service
2015/05/27, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki was discharged from the Army on Tuesday after completing his 21 months of mandatory military service. Many fans from home and abroad gathered at an army base in Gangwon Province to greet him,...More

Song Joong-ki returns from military today on May 26th
2015/05/25, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki returns to his actor life after serving the military. On May 26th, Song Joong-ki is returning to civilian status after the military discharge ceremony at Ranger Battalion of Division 2 in Go-seong,...More

Song Hye-kyo reveals her inner emotion, "I'm getting more tears... I feel like I'm becoming like a child"
2015/05/19, Source
Fashion magazine Elle June issue revealed actress Song Hye-kyo's recent interview and pictorial. She is currently getting ready for filming KBS 2TV's new drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' starting in June. Song Hye-kyo will play Kang Mo-yeon, who is a military medical doctor dispatched internationally. She said, "It's a cheerful role that I took on first time in a while in Korea. It's like an adult version of 'Full House" while she revealed her anticipation on the new project,...More

Song Hye-kyo's fascinating summer look for Elle cover page
2015/05/16, Source
On May 16th, Song Hye-kyo posted the cover page of Elle June issue starring herself on her SNS account. Her pose and clothing in the cool summer pictorial are demanding attention. Song Hye-kyo's choice was a see-through dress. Shimmering beads on the nude tone fabric is completed with the orange flower lace. The ponytail hairstyle accentuates her beautiful facial features,...More

Song Joong-ki on end of service vacation
2015/05/11, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki took a selfie while he was enjoying his end of service vacation. Song Joong-ki, who is currently serving in Army 22 divisions, has been on his 10 day vacation recently,...More

Song Joong-ki comes back and Park Ji-bin leaves
2015/04/30, Source
Song Joong-ki and Park Ji-bin are changing in status. Song Joong-ki is being discharged on May 26th after 21 months of National Duty,...More

Shinee Onew may join Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki in 'Descendants of the Sun'
2015/04/14, Source
Shinee member 'Onew' is currently discussing the offer to appear in 'Descendants of the Sun'. 'Onew"s agency SM Entertainment said on April 13th during the phone conversation with Newsen, "'Onew' is currently looking at the offer to appear in KBS 2TV's new drama, 'Descendants of the Sun' positively". His role in talk is a young medical doctor, who works with Song Hye-kyo's role,...More

Song Joong-ki to Return to Acting After Military Discharge
2015/04/03, Source
Actor Song Joong-ki, who has a few weeks left until his discharge from mandatory military service, will return to TV in the second half of this year. After completing his military service on May 26, Song will immediately prepare for the filming of the drama, "Descendants of the Sun", his agency Blossom Entertainment said on Thursday,...More

Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki to star in "Descendants of the Sun"
2015/04/01, Source
Actors Song Joong-ki and Jin Goo, actresses Song Hye-kyo and Kim Ji-won are starring in the KBS 2TV drama "Descendants of the Sun". "Descendants of the Sun" looks through the values of life through doctors and young soldiers who dream about love and success in a hostile environment. Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo take on the role of Special Forces dispatch troops leader Yoo Si-jin and attractive doctor Kang Mo-yeon,...More

Take off for Song Joong-ki and Yoo Seung-ho or solidification for Kim Soo-hyun and Lee Min-ho?
2015/03/23, Source
Actors like Choi Jin-hyuk and other top stars are joining National Service this coming 31st. Several 1986 born stars are being admitted. It's so bad that there's word saying there are no more actors to cast in dramas. However, they come as they go. Who's going to continue on with the dramas? ◆ Yoo Seung-ho and Song Joong-ki, we are back Yoo Seung-ho has become a real man. He completed his duty in December last year. He's still 21-years-old,...More

"Producers" and "Descendants of the Sun", will they reignite Hallyu?
2015/03/10, Source
The KBS entertainment and drama departments are attempting to reignite Hallyu with new dramas. They are "Producers" and "Descendants of the Sun". "Producers" is the story of entertainment Producerss who go to work every day to the broadcasting stations. "Descendants of the Sun" is the love story between UN peacekeeper Captain Kim Si-jin and army surgeon Yoon Myeong-joo from Korea to stationing areas,...More

Kim Soo-hyun, Park Yoo-chun, Yoo Ah-in and Lee Seung-gi to join army this year
2015/03/05, Source
Those top stars who have done an outstanding performance so far will be joining the army this year. Starting off with Kim Jae-joong actor and member of JYJ, followed by Kim Soo-hyun, Park Yoo-chun, Yoo Ah-in and Lee Seung-gi. Kim Soo-hyun is starring in the new KBS 2TV drama "Producers" starting this April. He'll be on this for two or so months then he's going to finish a movie before he is admitted to the military. He's trying to decide if he should star in the movie "City of Violence". He's trying to fill up the gap during his absence and is taking his decision very seriously,...More

Upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun"
2014/02/21, Source
Added the upcoming Korean drama "Descendants of the Sun"'s page to HanCinema database,...More

Kim Eun-sook, "The Heirs" writer chooses "Descendants of the Sun"
2014/02/19, Source
"The Heirs" writer Kim Eun-sook is coming back with a blockbuster drama. She's chosen "Descendants of the Sun" as her next project,...More

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