Posted in February 2012

Quick Look: Big Bang’s “BAD BOY”

Quick Look: Big Bang’s “BAD BOY”

The Song & Video: “Bad Boy” has a surprisingly nice and mellow melody to it and, the chorus can easily be implanted into your head. However, the song itself is no way near the level of “Blue“, which was just pure musical genius. “Bad Boy” would make a nice ringtone though, especially the: ‘My lay … Continue reading

Manga Characters brought to LIFE

Manga Characters brought to LIFE

I’ve always believed that different forms of expression should not be intertwined and stories never re-adapted. With change, uniqueness of the narrative fades and there is a lesser appreciation of the story in its original format. Drama adaptations of manga are no exception. While some casting choices mean a personification of a two-dimensional drawing for … Continue reading

List of Richest Korean Idols (Part 2)

List of Richest Korean Idols (Part 2)

In the List of Richest Korean Idols (Part 1) we looked at the wealthiest idols based on annual income. However, family wealth is just as interesting and enticing, so in this edition, we look at the Korean Entertainment Industry’s Top 10 Richest Second Generation Idols. We’ve included information about their parents’ companies (so that you … Continue reading

Quick Look: Rainbow “Gonna Gonna Go” MV

Quick Look: Rainbow “Gonna Gonna Go” MV

On a serious note… The promotional video was just released in Japan hours ago. Gonna Gonna Go! is Rainbow’s third Japanese single and first Japanese original, and is scheduled to be released on March 14th. On a lighter note… The white suits with shorts and knee high boots seem appropriated from SNSD’s Mr Taxi/Genie wardrobe. … Continue reading

The Power of Makeup: A Pictorial

The Power of Makeup: A Pictorial

In Asian society, an important piece of advice that mothers often give to their sons is to take their girlfriend swimming at some point in the relationship. Studies from gossip circles have shown that such precautions significantly reduce the likelihood of a heart attack after the couple is married. Why is this so? The answer … Continue reading