Tag Archive: Secret Garden

Korean language and culture series: Gangnam, Gangbuk, and Chaebols

chaebol

One of the most frequently appearing character-types in Korean dramas is a “chaebol.” What exactly is a chaebol, and do they really all live in Gangnam?

Korean language and culture series: Aunty, are you there?

While burning some subtitles and Korean dramas for a non-Korean speaking friend, Bella noticed that the subtlety was completely lost with a rather simple reference of the relationship between two characters. Especially since her ever keen friend picked up on and promptly asked if there was a difference between “gomo” and “emo,” recognizing that she hears …

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Name that kiss!

This is a week late, but in celebration of the annual Kiss Day (June 14th) in Korea, this is a continuation of the topic on K-drama kisses… One relatively recent trend that we’re seeing is the phenomenon of giving nicknames to the kissing scenes in dramas. Whereas in the past viewers used to refer to a …

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Kiss, Kiss, Kiss!

(Seriously, what the bloody hell is that?) Korean dramas sure have come a long way in terms of the kissing scenes. I’m sure you folks have heard about the 100 or so takes, the sore lips, etc etc? Partly because I still haven’t figured out this poll feature and also because I want to ensure …

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47th Baeksang Awards’ winners – How did Blue do?

It was the night of Song Hye Kyo’s former lovers… The 47th Baeksang Arts Awards were held later than usual this year, taking place on the evening of May 26. This year’s event was hosted by actors Ryu Si Won and Kim Ah Joong, and boasted more star-studded guests than any other previous years. Check …

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Blue’s 30-Day K-Drama Challenge

And so I noticed that many K-drama bloggers have lately taken on the 30-day K-drama challenge. Initially, I took one look at it and gave it a no-go after reading the first day challenge – your favorite drama. Me? The indecisive and fickle Blue given the mission of selecting one answer for each category? Impossible! …

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