Tomorrow With You

Tomorrow With You is the first drama that I watched in real time in 2017, it was an easy choice because I loved both Lee Jae Hoon and Shin Min Ah so much. Lee Jae Hoon nose is an art I can stare all day.. okay I'm exaggerating but his nose is very distracting! Shin Min Ah is my girl crush too so I'm busy alternating between Lee Jae Hoon's nose and Shin Min Ah's beauty.

Story wise, I thought it was interesting, using subway as a method of time-travelling was a fresh idea. I like the purpose of time-travelling correlating with the romance. The whole idea is perfect in my opinion but the execution was poor. I don't like the directing of the drama, not a fan of the filter used in the drama.

Even if I like Shin Min Ah very much, I thought her character is annoying at times. In fact both main characters are annoying. I feel frustrated at times and I don't enjoy feeling frustrated. I thought the villain could rival Voice's villain. That was really messed up, I didn't come thinking I would get that kind of plot.

The drama leaves with much too desired, I wished the idea is given to a better writer who can write with a better characters. It has the potential to be good.

Update!

Hi to nobody but me! If you're not me, comment below so I may write more? *winks

I feel weird to write in this space because it's been a long while since the last. I have more than 5 dramas to write reviews on, but you betcha I forgot most of it. I just want to do a simple note just to remind my future self that I have watch some drama.

I've watched P101 S2 and I'll be writing on that too! I thought of doing a video but I think research alone is very time consuming and Wanna One would be debuting this week so I guess it's too late..so I'm just going to blog what I have drafted out. 

My blog post won't be as regular as last year but I will make sure I at least post all the dramas I've watch. 

Now that this has gone out of my system, I can write my reviews in peace lol.

Voice Review

This is my first completed drama of the year!

Voice is a mystery thriller drama starring Jang Hyuk (Beautiful Mind) and Lee Hana (Unkind Women). The drama is about a talented policewoman specialize in call center. The two main character is connected with a case involving the lives of their love ones. They team up to solve the serial murder case in a team called Golden Time.

Lee Hana's character Kwon Joo is akin to Park Do Young character in Another Oh Hae Young, where she uses her hearing talent to listen sound details. What impress me that how the director made it seem realistic. Park Do Young felt supernatural, which isn't odd because the drama has a fantasy element but the director uses the talent in a way that it doesn't make it seem unrealistic. My favorite personality trait from Kwon Joo is that she is a firm lady that gets work done. Even when she face critical moment, she is able to stay calm and focus on saving victims.

On the surface, Jang Hyuk's character Jin Hyuk is like his nickname "Crazy Dog". There were few moments that made me scared that he was going to do what he said he would. Jin Hyuk has a strong character that I think is very admirable. He would uses his strength but he would not cross the line.
I think this is the best character played by Jang Hyuk thus far, I believed that if Jin Hyuk existed in real life, we would have a safer world to live.

This drama is heavily censored to my dismay. I actually felt so bad for the make up team and props team because I read from interviews from the actors claiming how realistic the props and make up done. I'd say some story may lead to nightmare even with censors but it's quite bearable. I actually watch the drama before bed! I did get stress from thinking too deep though, I just feel sad when incidents in the drama could have happen in real life. Police don't necessarily have a good reputation in real life.

I accidentally read some spoilers but it didn't spoiled the experience. The ending is a little odd, and I think the writer leaves it to our imagination but I am satisfied that both main characters felt whole again with the case closed. If there's a season 2, I hope it maintains the same team.

Dokkaebi review

I forgot.

I have finished the drama long ago...but I completely forgot about writing a review.

Basically, my memory of the drama is nothing but the bromance of Goblin and Grim Reaper.

It is me the problem. I don't particularly like too much fantasy elements in a drama. I think my brain can only handle one fantasy element at a time.

Perhaps the best description of what I have watch is the compilation of Gong Yoo, Lee Dong Wook and Sung Jae cuts. I want to love In Na and Go eun but they just aren't my favorite character. OOhh I just remember the red lady was freaking hot. Girl crush!

Watching Goblin feels like it was written by a fangirl. Their reactions are so adorable and actually odd because of the theme. I feel like if the cuteness factor is tone down, I would probably enjoyed the drama better but in the same time..seeing cutie ajaes is life. Haha

My brother likes it more than me..I would always remember this drama because it was trendy but I can't see myself watching this drama for the 2nd time.

Neo Culture Technology

My latest obsession. *insert heart eyes

I was so sure that I wasn't going to be a fan because I thought that this group is too complicated and I don't want to spend my time remembering too many names. I obviously failed because I have memorize all the members that have debuted.

My favorite unit is NCT Dream, I can't help that I'm more drawn to cute concept. I really adore the kids and I felt like my motherly instinct just comes out whenever I see them. Like there are not boyfriend material for me, they are maybe sons or even son-in-law material if I had a baby...arhh maybe not. I'm not that old! Thankfully.

Jaemin and Jeno are two member that has beautiful smiles, I can totally see them growing up to be handsome men. I think Jisung looks very obviously maknae. I didn't have to wonder who is the maknae when I first saw the pictures. Maybe Chenle though, he is my favorite member in the group because he is just a happy son I love to watch. I'm glad Renjun is there, his Korean is quite good, I didn't think he's Chinese at first.

I couldn't get into NCT vibe earlier on because I don't actually appreciate Taeyong's voice. I know shocking because I always say I love unique voice. I don't think Taeyong has a unique voice, I think his voice is digitally manipulated and I'm not fond of that.

Now I'm warming up to the color of his voice, it's just acceptable and I hope next comeback, I can hear his voice not being altered. The main vocalist of the group game is going strong. Jae Hyun had that typical SM feel but I am so surprised that Taeil, Do Young and Yuta had skills that is more common in the Khip hop world, I can't really differentiate their voice yet but I love them all.  Hae Chan voice is so noticeable. I knew immediately it is his voice in every songs. He is quite young though, has his voice break? I hope that is his voice!

The foreigners, if you didn't tell me which one is foreigner.. I don't think I can tell.. that is the power of SM styling.. I'm not exactly praising..I don't get SM style these days, it's very odd and not really love at first sight. I just get used to see and just feel meh afterwards. Ten is perhaps my favorite Thai in KPop. I love he got a lot of fans missing him and I hope SM makes him promote sometime soon. Winwin is SM typical Chinese type. Do they cast Chinese from academy? Since he is not really fluent in Korean yet, he doesn't have much lines. I hope he improves more and get comfortable. Yuta is perhaps the most famous member because he was previously on Abnormal Summit, a show that features guest from all around the world. I didn't think he would have a great voice (usually SM cast foreigner based on performance factor)

Newest member, but not exactly new, Johnny got people hyped because he is a longtime trainee. I usually don't keep up with trainee but I noticed he is always in performance video predebut. What's up with that SM? I heard rumors that he suppose to debut with China line but it was halted due to the Hallyu Ban in China so he debut with NCT 127 instead.

We cannot talk about NCT without mentioning Mark. The kid is amazing. He fits well in all 3 sub units. I think his greatest asset is his attitude and personality. I'm praying hard he doesn't change and remain humble. All of his speech is very matured and sincere. I am not worry about him being very hardworking. A lot of fans had complaint that SM doesn't give him rest but this kid is young and this is the time where he pushed himself to the limits. There will be a time for him to rest and as long he says he is happy with the arrangements, I think what we can do as a fan is to support him well.

Wolgyesu Gentleman Tailor Shop

Usually when I finish a weekend drama, I feel a little empty because I spend a lot of time with it but this drama I honestly felt nothing as in, couldn't be bothered. just like any ole day. 

The main leads is perhaps the most boring couple I have ever watched in a weekend drama. I mean, Bluebird House is still my worst weekend drama but at least the couples were cute. I like Lee Dong Gun, I like Jo Yoon Hee, however together? Bleh. Ironically they recently announced that they are dating in real life. I can't say I'm happy, congratulations anyway! Hopefully this relationship will lead to marriage, Lee Dong Gun-ssi.

The saving grace of this drama for me is Park Jung Eum. She should have won the Best Couple award with Ah-Choo Couple! LOL. As much she tried to be the villain of the drama, I find her adorable and endearing. Min Hyo Sang is the main villain of the drama but I never come to hate him.. I don't think he is a bad actor either...For me, I didn't like his wife the most. Her character should appear more often and stronger however that didn't happen so I find the makjang for this drama quite lacking. 

Dong Sook and Tae Pyung couple is the most lovable one but they don't appear much. I don't know why the writer don't make them the main couple instead. It's so cute when Taepyung accepted Dongsook's daughter as his own. My hearts feel so much warmth when I see the couple on screen. 

I had a lot of expectation for Cha In Pyo and Ra Miran couple but they honestly are the typical long term Korean couple. It's good for them to be realistic but I wish they was more story to their relationship. They obviously look very business couple. 

While I think the makjang factor of this drama is lacking. I think I never rolled my eyes so much for a drama. I think their reactions and actions to every situation is just too over the top and I hate when the solution to the problem is so obvious. 

Despite being the theme of the drama, the suit making isn't making me learn anything about suits. I think it is a miss opportunity to encourage people to purchase custom suits. Earlier in the show, I did have a glimpse of it but it's put on the back burner.   

I'm sorry to compare but I'm reminded of a Japanese drama "Carnatian" which I really love and I learn so much for the drama. I love that they show how style evolved and why the main character grew fond of becoming a tailor. I was wishing this drama would do something similar to that. 

Solomon Perjury (Korean Drama)

I think I have mention enough times that I love school dramas because there's something about puppy love that gets me giddy. The romantic side of first, innocent and pure love just gets me cooing. Right now, I don't know if I will continue to watch school drama. I guess due to age factor and the fact it doesn't revolve around school romance makes my love for school drama lessen.

I graduated from college 6 years ago! Feeling in love with someone who's wearing a uniform is no longer cute, it's kinda creepy even if it's just a drama. I cannot watch the drama and not think of my age.

Mystery drama isn't my favorite drama, so I was a little reluctant to watch this drama at first despite my love for school drama. the first few episode felt a little slow and draggy. I was just a little curious but not on the edge of my seat. The factor that made me watch the show is the friendship in the drama.

The characters are well thought out, I think the story is quite interesting at some point but it's mostly draggy for my liking. I don't see myself watching it again but it's not a terrible drama. It's feature cast that are new in the scene and I can see them being the leads of the future. I hope they grow up healthily and soon, I don't have to feel creepy fawning over them. ahaha

I have one complaint though.. why is it all the Korean school drama I've watched always had someone attempt to commit suicide? I feel so uncomfortable.

Romantic Doctor Kim Review

First of all. HI!

It's been a while since I last blog and I usually try to blog as soon as I finish drama so I'll end up writing more frequently but I just feel a little lazy this time around now that I have cut down tremendously on watching Kdrama.

I recently revert back to Kpop.. I probably should start blogging more on that but that takes too much effort from me. It's been like 2 months since I last watch Romantic Doctor Kim... I really should have write this post sooner.

Anyway I have always write for myself, all dramas I have watched since the beginning of this blog, I never miss out on writing it on this blog. I shall crack my brain and try my best to come up with a decent review.

Unlike other drama, this drama actually was not on my radar. I don't think I see much promotion on this drama and actually assume that this drama will just premiere this year because I was not expecting to see Seo Hyun Jin this soon in the drama. I still love her character in Another Miss Oh and I almost dropped this drama.

I took my time to watch this drama.. probably tuned in after 2 weeks. I was so shocked at the first 2 episode of the drama because it had a lot going on. Honestly the hype did died down a little after the first 2 episode but it was still very engaging. I don't know whats with the obsession of office politic in Korean medical drama. At least this time it was a little bearable?

The cases are nothing unique but I enjoyed seeing them in action, I love the quirks of the character and I thought just like Jealousy Incarnate, they manage to tell each characters story well. I groan when I found out Doctors had 20 episode but when Romantic Dr. Kim had more, I was delighted. I really love Dr. Kim's voice! It's perhaps  my favorite voice in Kdrama.

I found out that the word "romantic" in Korean doesn't exactly have the same meaning in English.. so yeah I was a little bummed out because Yeon Suk and Hyun Jin looked pretty good together. I would love to see them star in a real romantic drama!

Overall, I loved the drama and I do see myself watching it again.

Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo Review

Jung Joon Young is the best Kdrama boyfriend ever.

Enough said.

This drama is already on my top drama list of 2017.

Oh My Geumbi Review

I'm quite afraid to do a review on this drama because I don't see much international response towards this drama (meaning people who google for review might read this) and I don't know if I can bring justice to the drama because I'm a lousy writer. I blog for personal interest.

Based on the synopsis, I didn't think I want to watch the drama.. I don't usually read synopsis for dramas but there wasn't much buzz on the drama and I wanted to have a rough idea on what to expect. I was going to ignore it but it was the first time I saw 3 drama premiered at the same time so I wanted to see how it goes. The reviews online are also not much, but when there was, it was promising enough.

Oh My Geumbi is a story of a girl name Geumbi who suffers Niemann-Pick disease. It's a disease that affects her memory and mobility. After Memory, I wasn't sure if I could go through another round in a short period of time. Memory is a masterpiece indeed but it was draining my emotion in so many ways. Dementia is something I really wish never happen to anyone. I think it's one of the saddest disease.

I had the choice of not watching the show but why I stayed on? I just can't help but to admire young talents like Heo Jung Eun and I dare say that if she was nominated for Daesang, it would fit just right. That's how good she was in the drama. Every little gesture was just perfection.

In the past, when I wrote "I teared" I almost always meant figuratively. There might be a tear or two, but it's mostly because I was yawning before hand because it was sad enough for me to want to cry. This drama, I didn't even try to cry.. in fact most of the time I tried to keep myself together because it was just so sad and I watched in public on my phone. During the last episode.. I watched it at home and my tears were falling naturally. I had to pause and grab a puppy to comfort myself.

Maybe I was having PMS, because I knew the ending and I still cried. It was a open happy ending, I should be comforted but nope, the tears are falling for real. There are scenes that I thought was just so painfully realistic. Geumbi parents were arguing about how treatment should go and I tell you now that dilemma is real. I'm the main caregiver to my mom, so my dad fully trust me but when we got conflict, I can always let mom have the final say. I was so sad when Geumbi couldn't choose. Making the right choice for your love ones is never easy, because there's no best choice.

I know sad story is not for everyone, but if you're up for a challenge.. this is a drama that should be appreciated. It's a beautiful story nevertheless. You might not agree with all the things done in this drama but it will provoke your mind in thinking about the other possibilities.

The drama serves a reminder that everyone has a story and health is not to be taken for granted. If only people can see the world like Geumbi does, the world would be a better place. In a way, I think the story is a good representation of adoptive family. Blood may be thicker than water, but love conquers all. 

Drama Awards Review!

Happy New Year.. like one week late! Sorry, I just need to feel like 2017 is really here to start writing again.

My top 5 best drama of the year

1. Age of Youth
2. Another Miss Oh
3. Memory
4. Signal
5. Jealousy Incarnate

Special mention : Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo because it only ends in 2017.

I'm going to do a review on the 3 main awards that happen at the end of 2016! I only cover the ones relevant to me, because I didn't watch ALL.

MBC

Daesang ; Lee Jong Suk

Although there is controversy regarding his acceptance speech, I didn't there's anyone else deserve the award better because the nominees are not exciting.

Drama of the Year ; W- Two Worlds

I didn't finish the drama. It was confusing on the later half of the drama and I didn't quite like the first half anyway.

Top Excellence Award : Lee Seo Jin and Uee

I really need to watch Marriage Contract.

Excellence Award : Lee Sung Kyung

Totally deserved it. She is Kim Bok Joo!

New Actor : Nam Joo Hyuk

He improved a lot! He made a lot of viewers cry with him and that's a really good sign.

Best Couple : Han Hyo Joo and Lee Jong Seok

Are you kidding me MBC? Not our Joon Hyung and Bok Joo couple?? Dang I am mad.

SBS

This award show gives out waay too many awards. Geez pick one! Better yet, I will pick for you! Here is my pick.

Daesang : Han Suk Kyu

D'oh. He is more than deserved... the award is made for him

Top Excellence : Jo Jung Seok and Kim Raewon, Park Shin Hye and Gong Hyo Jin

my bad.. even I find it hard to pick one but at least I tried! Both Doctors and Jealously Incarnate did well, I can't choose either.

Excellence Award : Yoo Yoon Seok and Seo Hyun Jin

I'm bias but I think they rightfully deserved it.

New Star and Teen Star award made no sense to me, I'm just gonna skip that!

KBS

This award is the only award I manage to watch, and after that.. I tried watching the other 2 and it was just painful to watch, in SBS Lee Hwi Jae is annoyingly not funny and filled with PPL. As for MBC award.. I don't watch much of MBC dramas.

Daesang : Song Joong Ki and Song Hye Kyo

Expected it.. but should have given to Park Shin Yang. These two can just go win Top Excellence and no one will complain. Heck, they can also give it to Heo Jung Eun and I will be so satisfied.

Top Excellence : Park Shin Yang, Park Bo Gum and Kim Ha Neul

Eh.. Didn't expect Haneul to win but congrats anyway! Park Bo Gum is doing well indeed,

I agree with the other category so skipping that too.

Best Couple : Lee Se Young and Hyun Woo, Lee Sang Yoon and Kim Ha Neul, Ra Mi Ran and Cha In Pyo, Song Joong Ki and Song Hye Kyo, Oh Ji Ho and Heo Jung Eun, Park Bo Gum and Kim Yoo Jung, Kim Ji Won and Jin Gu.

WTF is wrong with people choosing Heo Jung Eun and Oh Ji Ho as nominees to begin with? Should have been Five Kids Sung Hoon and Shin Hye Sun instead! Everyone wants the award and it's such a fun award. Should have omitted Park Bo Gum and Kim Ji Won who sadly were alone on stage because both partners were sick. Song- Song couple deserved it for sure because they even won best Asian couple!

Hallyusurfer Top 16 Kpop of 2016

Kpop in 2016 has been quite interesting, the debut of IOI, a girl group formed by Mnet's Produce 101 which see trainees from various companies including JYP. The top eleven trainee debuted and also disband this year had 3 release, Dream Girl, Whatta Man and Very Very Very but the strangely addicting "Pick Me"is the most notable song from the show. In between promotions, Chaeyeon who was already in DIA is the busiest, because she also stars in Drinking Solo did some promotion with DIA. SeJong and Mina debuted with Gugudan (which literally means timetable wtf) and Yeonjung was the SuJu Kyuhyun to WSJN. If the future of the members are reflected on the promotions outside IOI.. I'm afraid it won't be very promising.

SM were quite busy last year but nothing compares to this year rush. Every single week SM released a digital single with SM Station and mind you, that it also has a video. That's a lot of work! I haven't been keeping up with the SM Station releases because I blame it on Kdrama addiction but I love it because it showcase the diversity of SM talent. I think it's something only SM is capable of doing because they are one of the biggest company with many employees. Not only SM Stations were doing well, but also the major comebacks. Every month, there's bound to have one or two SM
artiste doing a comeback or debut.

While I do try to watch music bank every week, I really don't care for the charts anymore because I just don't. Honestly I have yet to hear their songs, but I hope they continue to do well. SMTM5 were a nice surprise, I really did like most of the release, my favorite is of course by Bewhy, Forever is such a cool song and Day Day is a jam.

Without a further due, here is my list. It is based on my preference in KPop..nothing to do
with who is popular or had the most sale.


1. All I Wanna Do - Jay Park

I don't have to look back on my 2015 list because I clearly remembered that my top1 was
Jay Park feat Loco and Gray "My Last". I am so happy that yet again, this year it's Jay
Park topping the list because I really do like his music. All I wanna Do is essentially
the Jay Park. The English version is a lil naughter but fun and the Korean version
is exciting with the addition of Hoody and Loco featuring but the winner is clearly the
part that goes "Unless you're Tinashe".

2. Stay With Me - Jay Park

Jay Park back to back.. I was very close of just putting all of his songs on "Everything
You Wanted" album on this list.. I could but that's not entirely how I felt. I instantly
love this song. I just had to put this on the list and no.2 seems right. I love when he
strips down (pun intended) and just sang without any gimmicks. Jay Park knows what
the public likes and he's good at delivering his songs.

3. Don't Forget - Crush feat Taeyeon

On my half year list, this was the no.1. I still love it even it was released in early this year
when it's still cold. Now that winter is coming, I feel like the song is still fresh. Crush
also recently released Fall (aptly during fall) and I like it but Don't Forget is still
a gem among all of his song. I hope that Crush will continue making great songs.

4. D (Half Moon) - Dean feat Gaeko

On paper, I don't think I would like Dean's music, I for one, really dislike adding sound effects
to songs because it's noise not music. leave it to Dean to make me like his music. Would it
be an exaggeration to call him a music genius? Perhaps so..but that's how I feel whenever I
listen to his songs. Dean wants his song to be like a story and he certainly accomplished that.
I can't wait for his future released. He had a pretty good year, and I hope he continues to
flourish.

5. Why - Taeyeon

Among all of the idols out there, Taeyeon certainly tops the list of idols that public want a
solo released. She does it incredibly well. I like that she trys different kind of concept
for her comeback. Why is my favorite, it maybe the most idol-like but I have the feeling that
this is the song that she personally really loves.

6. Monster - EXO

The thing about EXO is that they are super duper famous that they can just sing whatever and it's
a gurantee to win no.1 because of the power fandom. Didn't quite like Lucky Ones or Lotto, don't know if it was coincident but I didn't like Love me right last year...Yup let's conclude that if EXO release a song titled with an "L" I might not like it. Monster is perhaps my favorite EXO release so far. I love it from the moment I heard the first beat. I normally don't like sound effect but it adds richness to the song.

7. Tell Me What is Love - Yoo Young Jin feat D.O.

If Yoo Young Jin was a little prettier, maybe SM will make him into an idol but thank God that didn't happen because songs like this don't need no idol... I mean sorry D.O. but Yoo Young Jin was a clear winner if this was a battle. I look forward for the next release!

8. Woo Hoo - Mamamoo

Okay this is going to make me feel slightly embarrass as a Moomoo.. I didn't know that they already released the song in the summer! I hope it at least did charted somehow? yup, I'll be googling later. My review of this song is posted before this post. :D

9. All Mine - f(x)

Only Luna (which btw is my pup name!) promote this year but if there's any song I really wanted to see being perform from the SM Station was this song. I enjoyed the summery song and I love how happy the girls looked on the MV. Hopefully by 2017 we will see a better and gorgeous f(x) back!

10. Save ME - BTS

The song genre is just trendy for 2016, I think a lot of songs charted on Billboard has similar flair. I still love this song the most out of all the songs they released this year and I hope they will release songs that have a similar vibe to this song.

11. Try - Jimin

What would it be like if Jimin decided to join SM or YG instead? Maybe not YG, because YG is
master of delays, SM probably would let her have more songs out. I know the Jimin adores her
JYP Nation but damnit, JYP is sleeping on her talent. Her mini album is so good. I like every
single song. I wished she had more promotion than Twice. Let us fan see her perform more often!
I think her personality is good for TV, but I don't really like her stint in ASC. She's not
a good MC. She often mumbles her words and have awkward pauses. I don't know if she's better
now but she is born to be a singer. There's no doubt about that.

12. TT - Twice

Obviously Twice is an attractive group but their talent has always been debatable. If any,
I think their best talent is timing. I have no idea why are they so fascinated with zombies
and cosplay but it just works. Cheer Up was the biggest hit of 2016 but I cannot bring myself
to admit to like the song because let's be honest that the song is messy. "sha sha" was cute
but that was it. TT is a recycle of their previous concept but the timing was perfect. They
released the adorable video near halloween and I love it. I don't care for Halloween but the
song is the best they have released so far. I just feel odd seeing Sana being brunette. I'm
so used to seeing her as blonde. I don't know if it's the JYP thing but JYP artiste always had
the same formula. Why can't JiHyo start? Why is it always Nayeon? Why do they always make the
foreigners stands out the most?

13. Tell Me What to Do - SHINee

Whenever I think of SHINee.. I feel old because they remind me of my early days as a kpop fan
but I was not expecting them to go retro! 1 of 1 isn't a bad song.. it matched the group but
I thought SM loves EDM stuff and SHINee does well with trendy songs so I was sad because View
was awesome, I wanted something similar. Thankfully they returned with Tell Me What To Do.
Only if they didn't make Minho rap, this song might charted higher. Sure, Minho has improved
a lot, but it was bad in this song. He is the reason why idol rappers received so many crap.
I can just pretend that part never exist. I love MinHo the most. Don't kill me for saying
the truth.

14. Whatta Man - IOI

When I first saw the title, I thought it sound outdated because no one really uses Whatta anymore.
I was right because it's somewhat a cover of an 80's song. This updated version sounded fresh and
it was the right concept for the girls. Although the members are quite young, they don't seem to
do cute concept well. I would love to see YeonJung, Chaeyeon, Mina and Sejong perform this song but at last.. I don't think it would happen.

15. Shut up and Groove - Heize feat Dean

Dean was so lovable with Taeyeon in the Starlight MV, people be shipping them two but not me. I
ship Heize and Dean. I think both of them have a similar vibe and style. Both of them can get
crazy experimental together.. Can you see Taeyeon sing this song? nope. This is song is totally
Dean experimental style and Heize is the queen of this song.

16. The Truth is - Jay Park

Lyrics are painfully witty and the song is catchy. It's Jay Park, what's not to love? I know 3 songs in one list seems a lot and I feel a bit guilty for showing too much bias but this my blog, let me have my way! lol

Special mention Taeyeon's 11.11 Fanxy Child (Zico, Crush DEAN) Bermuda Triangle. Love these two song but I am not obsess enough to include into the list because it's fairly new.

Happy New Year!

Mamamoo Memory Review

It's been a while since I last wrote a Kpop album review! I hope to write at least one more before the year ends...if schedule permits. :P

Mamamoo is one of the groups that I always anticipate because they have talent to pull off any genre with their own twist. This album is perhaps my favorite.


01. 그리고 그리고 그려봐

If it wasn't for Christmas being around the corner, I probably wouldn't have gone past the first minute. I don't like songs that felt super slow. This song from the first beat is reminisce of Christmas, a song that I might play when it's still dark outside in the morning or just before bed time in Christmas eve because the song felt like longing for Christmas. I wish they would opt for a simple narration instead of a rap, I felt like it spoilt the flow of the song.

02. Decalcomanie (데칼코마니) *Title

Mamamoo title track has a signature sound indeed. I don't think I have to check who sing the song if I heard this song in the radio. I wish they would do something different for the next promotion because I do believe they got the talent to do so. If you haven't already check out their performance in Blue Dragon Awards, Please do, it's definitely one of their best performance yet, very witty and still sound amazing. Definitely only something Mamamoo can pull off!

03. NEW YORK

I probably should to see the translation of this song because it got me wondering why so many songs as made for New York? The song is theatrically reminisce of Broadway. I don't really fancy this song but the production is good. Perhaps New York people (I don't know the term) would appreciate the song better

04. Moderato (Feat. Hash Swan)

I saw Hash Swan name and immediately squeal inside because I think Hash Swan should have advance further in SMTM5. His rapping style is just refreshing to hear and his excution was just great. The intro of this song is so mesmerising. My favorite part when they sing-rap together. It was perfection.  The song tempo and beat feels outdated... like early 2000s vibe? I don't hate it because familiarity is always welcome.

05. Angel

This is a duo single for Whee In and Solar. This song is not bad but got me teary...as in bored. By the first verse over.. I badly want to hit Next button. This song doesn't really showcase their singing talent. In fact any other decent singer could have sing this song just fine. Whee In and Solar can do way better than this

06. DAB DAB

The intro is already begging me to hit Next. I hate the music so much. Minus the Rhythm, perhaps I would have like the song but I don't think it would changed my mind too much; Hwasa voice is amazing in this song. I think she should consider doing more musical work. I think she would fit perfectly in a theatre production

07. 놓지 않을게

I adore this song so much! I think they should have promote this song instead! It fits the winter feel right now. I want to see them perform this song! The song is sweet like honey, from the limited Korean understanding, I think the lyrics are pretty too. I can listen to this song all day. I love you too Mamamoo~!

08. 기대해도 좋은 날

This song is such a 90's throwback. This is my favorite song of the album. That intro always makes me going. Another song that I would like them to perform..except the song is kinda summery feel to it, so I think if they released this song in the summer, it would hit daebak! Even the title would fit the summer. I don't know the official translation, but basically it meant "Waiting/Expecting a good day"

I would continue to listen, number 4, 7 and 8. I probably would watch the main title track performance but I don't really enjoy the song. The rest isn't my favorite genre.

Weekend drama Check In

I'm currently watching both SBS Our Gabsoon and KBS Wolgyesu Gentlemen Tailor Shop (hereby known as Laurel Tree Tailor) which are weekend drama that typically have 50 episode. I'm currently at 30+ episode and I just want to a quick post on what my impression so far.

I don't have a preferrence.. I just watch both drama without any insight. I'm familiar with the setups of big family, a bit of surprise here and there but nothing too extreme. Just enough to keep being interest going. 

Our Gabsoon got me pulling my hair.. not literally because I love my hair. I think the drama is trying to push all of my buttons. I have zero empathy for Gabsoon's mother. I think Go Duk Sim is a lovely actress but somehow she plays all the types of mom I like to hate. I just want to stop her for being so ego. The aunt is the worst character in the drama. Why does family drama like to make the aunts the worst?? Gabdol was a jerk but slowly he's better now or I would have drop the drama.. I wouldn't want to continue watching the drama if he wouldn't change. Gabsoon looks promising now too and I hope she continues with her small business. I want people to change their bias against cleaners. They are doing a noble job.. no need to take pity on them. 

I'm particularly holding on for this drama for Lee Wan charactrer to get better. I want something more from him because I think he can do better than this. He is too much in the background. I also rooting for JaeSoon to be happier. She's a great person, I wish people would appreciate her more. She's too good to be left out.

Lee Dong Guk and Jo Yoon Hee couple is the most boring couple right now and because they are the main couple, I have to suffer through their scene a lot. I skipped all of their scenes. My favorite couple is "Ah Choo" couple lol. I find it funny whenever Lovelyz song Ah Choo is being played. Hyun Woo is such a cutie pie. I really hope HyoSang and Ji Yun would break up because I don't want Ji Yun and Hyun Woo to be in an awkward position. 

Right now the drama is hinting that Ra Miran character might be sick (I haven't watched the latest episode yet). I hope they wouldn't go into that route. I don't want to be emotional! She's the boss of making the show fun! I think the grandparents are the cutest old couple. 

I hope both of the dramas don't try too hard and just stay as it is. 

Reply 1994 review

Last year, I watched Reply 1988 which was my first Reply series, then I watched 1997 in October and obviously I had to complete it by watching 1994 as well. Finally I completed it! It feels good to complete a series but I feel sad that it's over..or is it? Add me on the list of people waiting for Reply 2002 to happen. It has to happen because everyone in Korea really love soccer and it's the biggest happy event in the country.

I took a while to come up with this post because I had a bit of a writers block and now, my memory is a bit hazy..also because I fast forward a lot. I know it's for the sake of being nostalgic but one of the reason I feel Reply series feels draggy because of the narration that I didn't care about. I just think it's could be shorter. It's like hearing my grandparents' story and you want them to just get into the point. Sorry, I'm just an impatient person.

Reply 1994 is probably my favorite. although I'm more familiar with 1997 culture..it being new and I had a bit of an age by then.. I thought I feel 1994 evokes more nostalgic factor. I think the friendship in the series is really cute. My favorite character, Haitai is unexpectedly charming. I love when he baby-sat Sook Sook. It was such an adorable sight.

The characters in this drama uses nicknames and whenever they try to reveal the real name, it got interrupted. It was hilarious. I always anticipate on how they were going to cover up the real name! Is Joon name really that popular? 4 of the 5 males had "Joon" in their name. Wait, even Najung's brother had "Joon" in his name.

For this drama, I love the friendship between housemates more than the love lines. I didn't think the husband hunting game was particular fun.. Maybe because I already knew but I thought it was pretty obvious. Chilbong is just sweet. I'm obsess with Yoo Yeon Seok these days. Sseureki is not exactly trashy. haha I'm not weirded out by his trashy action at all. okay maybe a tiny bit.

My Wife is Having an Affair This Week Review

I was totally turn off by the long title but I don't think it's quite direct. I was so sure I wasn't going to write a review, I only will write a review after I completed the drama and it's not longer than 2 days from completion. I didn't think I would go past episode 4.

After On the Way to the Airport, (another long title!) I was going to swear off from watching affair theme drama because I don't see the point of watching drama uncomfortably. Affairs are uncomfortable, and I honestly skip all the scenes that made me feel uncomfortable in this drama. Even though the drama has parts I don't like, I enjoyed the drama.

I like the setting of the drama, it reminiscent of a Manga I read years ago, Densha Otoko and this drama is actually a Japanese remake.

Do Hyun Woo (Lee Sung Kyun) read his wife Jung So Yeon (Song Ji Hyo) texts, indicating an affair is about to happen in a week. He was in a deep dilemma on how to handle the situation and embarrassed to confide to his friends. In a wimp, he posted his story online and get advice from the online users.

We got to see the glimpse of the users and I thought it was interesting because I am online a lot and I read feedback almost religiously. I don't have a picture to the strangers online that give comments. I always assume that it's an Asian American, early 20s and female unless they actually describe themselves. I like that the variety of people who supported "Toycrane" (Do Hyun Woo online ID) are coming from various walks of life.

The side story of Eun Ah Ra ( Ye Ji Won) and serial cheater, Choi Yoon Ki (Kim Hee Won) is either satisfying or brutally honest. I'm quite scared to see the calamity of  Ahra because you know that she's a true badass.

The couple that made me like the drama so much is Ahn Joon Young (Lee Sang Yeob) and Kwon Bo Young (BoA). The couple is adorable and I like the dynamic bickering between the two. I think their relationship progression is quite realistic for couple that has gone through storms.

At 12 episode, it may seem short but I think it's a good compact episode without the need to fast forward any part. If affair makes you uncomfortable, feel free to skip the affair part and just watch what goes through the Do Hyun Woo mind. Unlike OTWA, I do think I will watch the show again in the future because I think the minor characters makes the drama special.

I might try to find the Japanese version to compare.

Bermuda Triangle - Zico feat Crush & Dean

Just seeing their name alone gave me chills because I am that excited to hear about this collaboration. I really wanted to see how I would react and I filmed myself reacting to the video and the whole video got me in awe and I was just basically speechless. Props to you reaction youtubers for being so vocal. I got no talent at reacting. 

The video has a lot of element and the concept fits them like a glove. I love the directing, the lighting and the effects were on point. Zico sure know what concept matched him well. The video is essentially a typical hip hop video but in a good way. The set locations are interesting, although I wished they didn't do it in the church. Outside fine, not in the church! I cannot fathom that the song had swear words and they be singing it in the church. Church is a holy space..better watch out that language sir!

Zico, Dean and Crush had the own distinct musical style and each style worked so well together in the song. I'm pretty sure the 3 of them actually full participated on the song. My favorite is obviously Dean. He be rocking that Man Bun like no other and he SANG the song like he mean it. 

I know this is mean to the BBC but Zico ought to ditch Block B and just formed a trio with Crush and Dean. This should happen more often and not be the last. 

Go Watch it on the official Youtube to support. In the mean time, I'mma do the same. 

Kpop News

2016 has been quite overwhelming. From news of member taking a break due health problem to groups disbandment, thankfully we have good music to console us. 

Jeong Hyung Don recently returned on Weekly Idol after suffering from panic disorder and some idols suffers the same predicament. Bang Yong Guk, leader of B.A.P is noticeably absent on "Skydive" promotion that is currently going on. Crayon Pop also missing it's maknae Soyul who has shocked the Kpop world by announcing her upcoming marriage to Legendary group H.O.T. leader Moon Hee Jun. Winner EXIT concept modelled after Big Bang's MADE is currently on hiatus due to member Nam Tae Hyun reportedly suffered Panic disorder. However this week YG shocked the fans with official announcement that Nam Tae Hyun would be leaving the group.

In the same day 2NE1 is officially disbanded, Past member Minzy left the group early and the time YG release a statement that the group will continue as trio. However that comeback never happen. With the addition of the new maknae, Heo Young Ji that was selected from a project,  other Kara members did not re-sign with the company and hence the group disbanded. Although never announced officially disbanded, looking at DSP history, it is unlikely and also unfortunately it would be the same fate with the group Rainbow. 

Although their friendship seems the closest among all the other idol groups, 4 Minute officially disbanded due to the lukewarm response on their last promotion. HyunA is the sole member with the company. Cube is not having the best year because Beast minus Jang Hyun Seung is leaving the company. Beast members are currently trying to emulate Shinhwa's path.  Beast return as 5 members were positively receive and I am hopeful that they could return successfully with or without a new name because Cube owns the name. 

Jia of Miss A also left the group this year, currently Miss A is said to remain as a 3 member group which has yet to happen... Fei did debut as a solo this year but the response were cold because of the controversial statement in her SNS.  Speaking of SNS, Tiffany made a stupid mistake twice on Instagram that receive a huge backlash that made her went into hiatus. 

1% of Something (2016) review

And now the Ha Suk Jin withdrawal will commerce. T_T

When the drama premiered, Drinking Solo was still on so I thought I though I might drop the drama because I don't want to feel like Jin Jung Seok is cheating on Park Hana because hilariously, Jeon So Min cameo on Drinking Solo...Unfortunately Park Ha Sun did not cameo back in 1% of Something. Like I waited.. I waited for it. Boohoo writers!

1% of Something is the remake of 1% of Anything which stars Kang Dong Won (his only drama) which I didn't watch then. I started fresh  but I did mid way research on it. I was shocked to find out that the drama had 25 episodes! but this 2016 version only had 16 episode and is quite short (35-49mins)

Personally, I don't think remakes are a good idea but this one works because of the main lead being very cute. I like how easy it is to watch the drama. Ha Suk Jin just matches with anyone. Both of his character is very similar but the way they love is different so I didn't have a problem watching both dramas at the same time. Kinda like watching twins? haha

I'm so sad that there's no more Ha Suk Jin,,, at one point, I was watching Ha Suk Jin 4 days straight. Drinking Solo is on Mon-Tue slot while 1% of Something is on Wed-Thu.  I watched quite a lot dramas this year.. and I'm surprised that apart from Ha Suk Jin and JinJoo (the actress who acted in Jealousy Incarnate) I don't know the rest of the cast. I'm not familar with the elder actors as well.

For OTP shippers, this is a great drama. SOOOO MANY SKINSHIP. Not complaining but I'm bitter that Drinking Solo didn't have the same...ya know? It's tvN!

On the Way to the Airport review

I never thought I would end up writing this post. I was so sure I'm just going to take a peek and drop it around episode 4. I didn't like it was about affair and the main sponsor of the drama. Affairs drama is uncomfortable.. what if they had superb chemistry together? How am I going to ship it? I don't like the idea of romanticising affair.

However.. I was drawn to the drama because I wondered how they were going to depict Malaysia in a Korean drama setting and I am amazed they make KL looks so good. The warm tone of the scenery make everything look good.

The biggest reason I'm watching is of course Lee Sang Yoon. He should play autumn drama more because when I think of warm person, he immediately comes to mind and autumn is a bit chilly. I thought his character in this drama is kinda like him the most...I don't know about the affair part haha.

I find it interesting that Kim Ha Neul first drama after marriage was this drama. I guess, she felt like she is sort of cheating with her husband lol. This is just work. I thought she did well but I am not the biggest fan of her character.

I was hoping they wouldn't made the partners such bad person but unfortunately it was the case. I felt like I want no additional reason but because they love the other person. The mystery surrounding the mother daughter relationship were draggy but it made me stayed. It was not as shocking as I would had prefer.

I don't think I would find myself watching this drama another round.. I have not come around to finish the drama. I have two episode left. which amaze me that I actually come that far.

The scenery of the drama is one of the best I've seen. I would remember the drama as a drama that looks really pretty.