SBS’ “My Lovely Girl,” which just aired its first two episodes this past week, has grabbed the online community. According to the ratings from Tving, a real-time online TV broadcast service, the viewer ratings for “My Lovely Girl” were at 15.5 percent, while “My Spring Day” and “Blade Man” recorded 8.6 and 7.2 percent, respectively.
This is a bit different from the viewer ratings data recorded by Nielsen Korea, which had “My Spring Day” coming in at 11.1 percent and “Blade Man” at 5.0 percent.
“My Lovely Girl” seems to especially have the attention of the younger viewing audience, eliciting a hot commentary on online sites about the drama.
Previously, for the first episode, “My Lovely Girl” had come in second behind “My Spring Day,” according to the ratings data provided by Nielsen Korea.
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Keeping its loyalty, Shinhwa has re-signed a new contract with Chicken Mania.
After being selected as the spokesmodel for Chicken Mania in 2012, Shinhwa re-signed a contract in 2013, allowing the group to continue representing Chicken Mania for a third year.
With the fast changing trends in the commercial industry, Shinhwa and Chicken Mania signed a new contract with their faith and confidence in each other, as well as loyaly along with Shinhwa′s popularity.
ShinCom Entertainment stated on September 19, "Shinhwa has spent the past two years with Chicken Mania and has decided to continue with it. Shinhwa′s healthy and refreshing image matched will with the brand, coming up with good results, which led to the positive effects of the contract signing."
"Currently holding onto fans in both in and outside of Korea, Shinhwa and its representation for the brand for the past two years have brought awareness to the brand as well as increased sales. Working with Chicken Mania for a third year, we′ll do our best to continue creating a better image."
While representing Chicken Mania for a third year, the Shinhwa members have been active in individual activities such as dramas, musicas, and albums. The group will return with its 12th album in January of 2015.
Photo Credit: Chicken Mania
"Based on the Korean format, My Love explores why a superhero has to save the world and asks why he can't save just one girl. ABC's take is described as epic supernatural love story about a world-famous actress, Lark, and her anti-social neighbor, James, who happens to be from another planet. Disillusioned by the pettiness of human nature, and a resident of Earth for the past several hundred years, James has a centuries-old rule that he will never use his abilities to intervene in the lives of the people around him. But when he gets a premonition that the infuriatingly self-centered but compelling Lark is going to be murdered, James finds himself drawn into her chaotic life and falling deeply in love — just as he finally has the chance to return to his home in the stars."
The hottest girl groups on the current K-Pop scene are going head to head in our Battle this week, and it’s up to you to decide who comes out on top!
Taetiseo
Girls’ Generation (SNSD) unit group Taetiseo finally made its comeback this week with a new mini album and single Holler, and the girls are definitely making a lot of noise.
Taeyeon, Tiffany and Seohyun are back, more confident than ever, with an upbeat song and glam concept that has already stolen the hearts of fans and top spots of music charts in Korea and abroad.
Released just two days ago, the music video has already amassed over 1.5 million views on YouTube.
Meanwhile, follow the girls on their very own reality show The Taetiseo currently airing on On Style.
SISTAR
SISTAR dominated the summer with hit Touch My Body before cranking up the heat with a surprise special album and single I Swear.
We still can’t I Swear out of our heads, but member Soyou is already moving forward for the group, set to release another duet with Urban Zakapa that is perfect for the upcoming fall season.
SISTAR knows how to please the fans all year round, so if you’re feelin’ SISTAR, vote for the girls!
But first, soak up the last bits up summer with SISTAR below!
Becoming the Korean version Nodame of the beloved manga and Japanese dorama series, Shim Eun Kyung had the chance to meet Ueno Juri, the actress who played the character Nodame of the Japanese series.
On September 18, drama production company, Group Eight, released a photo of Shim Eun Kyung and Ueno Juri, each representing Korea’s Tomorrow Cantabile and Japan’s Nodame Cantabile respectively.
The two met on September 14 at the Korea-Japan Festival, discussing each other’s characters and sharing some of the things that happened on set while they filmed the manga-adapted drama. Ueno Juri encouraged Shim Eun Kyung that she’ll be supporting the young actress as the drama begins.
Tomorrow Cantabile is starred by Joo Won and Shim Eun Kyung, and is a story about a group of young people growing their dreams as a classical musician. It begins December 13.
Photo Credit: Group Eight
"Hello,Finally the opening ceremony to 2014 Incheon Asian Game is close at hand.In the opening ceremony, JYJ will become known as symbolic Hallyu star through making performance of 'Only One' which is the theme song of The Asian Game. Also, for the first stage JYJ will perform English song 'Empty' after the lighting of the Asian Game Flame. We expect you fans to show your expectations and interest. Thank you!"
Lee Jin Wook and Kong Hyo Jin have officially confirmed their breakup.
On September 17, Lee Jin Wook′s agency, Will Entertainment, stated, "After checking with him, he and Kong Hyo Jin have recently gone from couple to colleagues, cheering on each other′s futures," and "We ask for encouragement and support as the two actors continue their own paths."
Kong Hyo Jin′s management, Soop Entertainment, also stated, "It′s been confirmed that the two broke up recently, and as the reasons why they broke up are all personal matters, we ask for your understanding."
On May 29, Lee Jin Wook and Kong Hyo Jin confirmed that they were dating, attracting much attention, but the couple broke up three months later, drawing much sadness.
Meanwhile, Kong Hyo Jin recently concluded her SBS drama, It′s Okay, It′s Love, while Lee Jin Wook is still working on tvN′s Three Musketeers.
Photo Credit: Newsen
SBS variety show Roommates is revving up for a new season with a revamped cast, featuring idols, past and present, and Korea’s top variety stars.
Although we’re sad to see some of the old roomies go, we want to know which new cast member you’re most excited to see on move-in day.
Let us know by voting below!
g.o.d’s Park Joon Hyung
Park Joon Hyung is fast on the rise in the variety once more with gigs on tvN’s First Day of Work and now Roommates.
It’ll be interesting to see the g.o.d member juggle the two shows, but we look forward to seeing Park Joon Hyung’s many charms onscreen.
GOT7’s Jackson
There’s a new flower boy in the roommates house, and it’s none other than GOT7’s Jackson!
There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to Jackson, as the GOT7 member is expected to bring big laughs to the show. In fact, we hope to see more of his Big Byung side come out!
SNSD’s Sunny
If ever you need a boost of energy, SNSD’s Sunny is the girl to call, and the idol is set to light up the second season of Roommates.
After listening to Sunny on the radio, we’re sure fans are excited to be able to catch her on the small screen again.
Lee Guk Joo
Comedienne Lee Guk Joo is the latest roommate confirmed for the show, and anticipation is high for how the funnywoman will shakes things up.
She may not be an idol, but if Lee Guk Joo’s cover of Red on SNL Korea is any indication, Hyuna should watch her back.
Kara′s Young Ji
Finally, the freshest face in the roommates house is Kara′s new member Young Ji, who will be moving in as well.
Despite being a rookie, Young Ji is already making moves, lending her voice to OSTs and more. The future is bright for this young star, and we′re sure Kara fans will be rooting her on.
Vote for your favorite roommate now!
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