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Forgetting Yamapi (PREVIEW)

2011-07-05T23:53:00.000-07:00

They were childhood friends. And as friends, they’ve vowed on helping each other no matter what the cause is. But now he’s asking her a favor that will not only break her into pieces but will definitely crush every tad bit of her entity. For helping him make the girl of his dream his is suicide.

“When should a one-sided love like mine end? When would I be happy? Tell me, Pi! Tell me how to forget you!” With courage and some bottles of beer, she was able to end her agony and fuel his.

COMING HOME

2011-07-05T23:45:00.000-07:00

After my long hiatus, I'll be continuing with this Site. Please expect tons and tons of updates from my oh so crazy inkling and fetishes. :) See ya'll

officially closing

2010-06-21T01:58:00.000-07:00

I am officially closing this blog. I am currently blogging at http://inkerpsot.blogspot.com.

see you there

Why is You're Beautiful B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L.?

2009-10-28T22:56:00.000-07:00

INSERT: Gaaahh!!! I guess I am about to pass out now. Really, I'm a boner. I'm so hooked with this kdrama series and I can't keep my pace panting and waiting for the first kiss and first confession to come out. Gaaahhh!!! How long will I wait? Gyaboh! kekeke ^^

I want to mark this day as my official "YB" fangirl day. I'll start posting updates about the drama and promise to post links and videos related to the drama. BTW, I'm reading the review of episode 7 now by DRAMABEANS. My heart is really pounding. I want to see love progress among the members of A.N.JELL. I have tons and tons of questions though:

1. When will the first kiss be?
2. How will Jeremy find out the truth behind Minam's character?
3. Will Shin-woo turn into this villainous character everybody will love to hate as the story progresses?
4. What will happen to He-yi? What will she do to Minam?
5. How can Minam tend to her responsibilities as a nun apprentice? Will she be able to keep up with the pressing pressure of disguising and erasing her feelings for Tae-kyung?
6. How is Tae-kyung's mother related to Minam's parents?
7. Who will discover Minam's secret in the following episodes?
8. How will the twin brother (real minam) appear? Will it already be mushy and messy when he appears in the story?
9. Will Minam wear "girly girl clothes" in the coming epis?
10. How will Tae-kyung fight for his feelings? How will he protect Minam? How will they end up together?

I guess I am assuming that this drama, since it is light, will end happily with all parties getting something they have bargained for. Darn! I still have a lot of things to fixate on when answers to my questions pop up one by one. Let's keep each other posted. Ok? C'est La V'ie...

You're Beautiful: My Take on Park Shin Hye

2009-10-28T21:24:00.000-07:00

My heart flutters and pounds whenever I watch the drama "You're Beautiful". I have never been a fan of Park Shin Hye. I even found her annoying before. I just don't know how she managed to charm me with this drama. Perhaps, I like her dressed as a boy. Perhaps, she acts naturally in the series that I see "talent" and "caching" in her. She is really wonderful in the series. I did not even fastforward any scenes. Well, right now I'm ogling at the last scene shown in episode 7. God I wish I were Minam! Kekeke...

Big Bang Banging Back and Banging Hard

2009-10-27T21:12:00.000-07:00

To all the fans of Big Bang, their third Japanese single is now out. Yey for them! Yuck for their anti-fans! Their newest and freshest single, "Let Me Hear your Voice", is reported to be the opening song for the Japanese drama Ohitorisama. The sound of the single is really "OSTish" for Japanese dramas. The vocals are okay, and the song is a tug-of-war between mellow and upbeat. I guess the melody fits perfectly the backdrop of the drama Ohitorisama. By the way Ohitorisama is about a perfectionist teacher and how her feelings will develop for a younger temporary teacher she finds to be off her taste.

Here is the vid, guys. Listen and spazz some more for Big Bang.

credits to ALLKPOP

Three Minutes

2009-09-13T17:39:00.000-07:00

DEDICATED to two people who are dearest to my heart. To Mile and Kristoff. I can’t really put some sense in what I’m doing. I don’t think I’ll regret doing this, though. I just hope you two will not hunt me down and kill me for writing this. Why? Well, because I have prepared a lot more for you two. A lot more…

Three Minutes

It’s 6:30 already. You see him clearing up his desk right now. He is in a hurry. He is grouchy. “One green Grinch,” you think to yourself as you muster at his every move. You are fond of his every action. His every move makes you aware of his presence. His movement sends shiver to your spine. You feel that you are swooning over him now. He turns around and grabs his bag hastily. “Oh my… Oh my sexy back,” you playfully say to yourself while your lips widen in delight. You can feel your body tingle amid the distance. You can sense your admiration getting deeper. You now feel that you really like him. You now imagine things you want to do with him just by watching him from afar. You like seeing him unconscious and unaware. Don’t you?

You are attracted to his simple shirt and basic pair of jeans. Nothing special. There is nothing special with what he wears. It is just his casual attire since today is Friday. His moss green shirt matches his jeans perfectly, though—and this you destitutely admit to yourself. You admire his simplicity—and how it makes him more attractive before your eyes. “Darn you and your shoes!” You just can’t get enough of how he wears a pair of white running shoes effortlessly.

He turns a 180 degrees towards you now. You see him hurrying. He is picking everything on his table. He shuts down his computer. You see the reflection of his monitor as it turns off from the glass window behind him. You feel sad. “But… it’s too early,” you mumble deep within. You notice his face darken. He is pissed. “Might be in a fight with your girl again”, you bitterly said in an outright manner. You see him drop his pen. His irritated reaction is what you can read on his face now. "Tsk, tsk... Sheesh!" You hear him say as he quickly pick his pen up. Your heart beats faster with that trivial movement. ‘Dug-dug-dug’. The throbbing continues as he bends towards the dropped pen. You wish you were the pen right now. You are curious how his touch will feel, so you wish you were being held gently like his pen.

His cell-phone rings. You see him answer the mysterious call. “Mile, you are so pathetic,” you softly scold yourself. It pains you to realize how crazy you are now over him. Still, you glare at him. “Just this one time, Mile. Just once. A-after this you will not speak with him anymore. You will not see him like this anymore”. You justify what you think is ‘clean stalking’. Your heart is in a mess right now. You convince yourself that you are doing the right thing now.

You hear him speak. His voice, you hear though you are seven tables apart. You see his brows narrowed. “He is mad again.” You are worried. You are troubled. “No, I can make it! Okay. Okay. I will not be late,” he says excruciatingly over the phone. You become ten times bothered seeing him this mad. “I thought so”. You try silencing your thoughts and heart. “Why on Earth am I feeling like this? Why am I this sad? What’s wrong with me?” Questions start popping out of your head and before you know it he is already walking towards your direction.

You are panicking now. "What to do What to do?" You ask your dumfounded self. You quickly turn your head on your monitor, leaving your peripheral view to handle this ephemeral situation. However, you are unable to stop your pouncing heart. It cannot be tamed. It refuses to follow. Worst, it quickly responds to his every stride. It is a perfect ‘slow-mo’ moment for you and your restless heart. You feel your heart is about to blow up. You feel as if it is going to fail. You feel like having a seizure. Yes. This is what you feel now. You feel like you'll die in delight and distress.

“Great. What to do? What to do?” He is just five more steps to you now. Your palms are sweaty. You quickly open your Microsoft Word file and type in senseless things just to look busy. Nonetheless, your uncooperative and incapable heart throbs faster than ever. You feel like you’ll melt. He is just three more steps to your seat now. You just cannot think anymore. You need to see him, so you take a great big leap. You slowly turn your head on your right. [You regret doing this, though.] You feel as if you entrapped yourself. All your fears of being discovered haunt you now. You see him looking at you. You gulp in response to his knowing stare. Three big gulps. You respond with three big gulps. You cannot believe what you are seeing now. "I-i-is it true? T-that h-his here?" Thus, you blink your eyes thrice. However, his figure does not go away in front of you--and your eyes keep on batting in disbelief. Your lips shake as your nerves rack you. You do not know whether you will speak to him or not. You are about to open your lips yet you shake. He notices it. He does not look mad, but he does not look pleased either. “Still mad. You’re so stupid Mile. Say something.” You are now furious. You cannot say anything and you cannot stop staring at him. “S-s-s-irr…” You are now ready to say something. “I-I-I…” “I will miss you…” He moves his face closer to yours. You panic again. "W-what will he do?" You curiously and fearly ask yourself. You look away from him.

“Mile, you have something on your face.” Your brows narrow. “Crap! What is it? Why now?” “Here… I’ll get it.” His hands touch your right cheek. You feel your face is all red now. You are electrified. Ten thousand bolts that is what it feels like having his right hand brush your right cheek. “God! Save me! I-I-I think I-I’m go-going to d-die…” You pray hard for him not to stop and for you not collapse. “There. It’s just a piece of paper.” He retrieves his hand while holding a piece of tissue paper. “Oh shit!” You feel really embarrassed. He notices your cheeks. You feel as if you are a red tomato now. "You okay? Mile?" He asks you. "Y-yes..." You say timidly as you look away. A timid response is the best that you can do. "By the way, do you have three minutes to spare now before you go home. I need to discuss something to you." He says seriously. "Ohhh noo... Is this true?" You swear right now that you are going to pass out. You swear right now that you are ready to be caught by him and his arms alone. You swear right now that you want him to spend a little of his time before he leaves.

"Next week, you will no longer be under my supervision. I hope we can talk about something that will do you good." He says while checking at his watch. "Just three minutes. It won't take long." You nod in response. You look like a crazy nutcracker right now. Your head is empty. Yet, your heart is full. While he talks, you cannot help but just stare at his face. You are now hoping that your three minutes will not pass.

Easy Fortune Happy Life ep. 4 (eng sub)

2009-08-01T08:03:00.000-07:00

credit to Miumiupet of ~~YouTube~~ for the videos ^^
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Easy Fortune Happy Life ep. 3 (eng sub)

2009-07-21T07:56:00.000-07:00

credit to Miumiupet of ~~YouTube~~ for the videos ^^
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Easy Fortune Happy Life ep. 2 (eng sub)

2009-07-18T07:45:00.000-07:00

credit to Miumiupet of ~~YouTube~~ for the videos ^^
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Easy Fortune, Happy Life: Episode 1 [recap]

2009-07-17T17:29:00.000-07:00

"Easy Fortune, Happy Life", the latest drama of Chen Ciao En and Blue Lan under SETTV, has immediately captured my heart. I don't know the reason why I always go for stories with evil guys and innocent girls. I don't know why I love watching idol dramas that feature this kind of love story formula. But for whatever reason it is, I think I'll never get tired spazzing and drooling over evil-handsome lead guys-- and in the case of EFHL, it is Blue Lan. (Gah! He is really HAWT!!! Such a lost on Da S's part. hahaha. pfft)

Well, for those who don't know EFHL, what it offers is a love story between a ruthless heir and an innocent country bumpkin. Yan Da Feng (Blue Lan) is one of the potential heirs of Ba Bao Tang, a famous pharmaceutical firm in Taiwan which markets herbal medicine. Xie Fu An (Joe Chen) is a poor but well-versed herbal expert who will be receiving 80 billion worth of fortune out of a broken promise Da Feng's grandfather gave to Fu An's grandmother. (What great luck, ei?)

The drama is set to tackle how love can subdue greed and selfishness. It is about how two different people can fall in love amid the impure intentions the guy has for the girl. It's sort of a show about two 'destined individuals'. Talking 'bout destiny I know this series will percolate what former American President Harry Truman said before-- that "...actions are the seed of fate deeds grow into destiny."

Indeed, I strongly believe that we'll see how Fu An, through her actions, will be able to break the formidable walls surrounding Da Feng. Like how Fu An will be able to melt Da Feng's "ice box" (Damn right! Just like how Omarion put it). I highly recommend this drama for enthusiasts like me. BTW, here is the episode guide for dose 1.

The Pack of Wolves and The First Kiss (Episode 1)

Episode 1 starts with Fu An riding a bike and Da Feng's grandfather having a car accident. Fu An is shown to be on a hurry to get to the hospital quickly since she'll be meeting a patient there who is suffering from severe "athlete's foot". On the other hand, our dark prince (Da Feng) and the rest of the Yan family find out that grandpa is critical. They rejoice over this matter. Da Feng is happy to know that his grandfather is ill since this signals his time to be the sole owner of Ba Bao Tang. (He and his greed. Tsk, tsk, tsk)

Tada! Presenting, our dark ruthless prince [the morning after boinking his "girlfriend", Jiang Zhen Zhen]

Auntie, uncle, and his cousin [Yan Yang] are also present in the hospital. Fu An sees how greedy the family is [all deciding not to save the poor old man who is just lying inside the room and partially hearing everything], so she takes matters into her own hands. She sneaks inside and slips a herbal medicine to the patient's mouth. Da Feng sees this and becomes enraged by Fu An's action. Thus, he and the nurse threaten her to be put in jail for giving unprescribed herbal medicine. Fu An's acquaintance (the one who has athlete's foot) and Yan Yang come to her defense, so she manages to come clean.

Later that day, Pi Dan (Fu An's lilttle brother) and Fu An discover a block of camphor [which is being illegally shipped out of the forest]. Fu An lectures Pi Dan since the latter suggests that they should take it and let their grandma cook chicken soup with it. She decides to bring the camphor home and give it to the police station the following day. On the other hand, their grandmother is sick. She is shown writing something (a letter). There is some sort of flashback on Fu An's grandmother's mind. She and Da Feng's grandpa shared a special romance before some 60 years ago. Da Feng's grandpa left and promised to get back with Fu An's grandma, but this did not happen. Grandma Xie thinks of her one and true love. Likewise, Da Feng's grandfather is also thinking of Fu An's grandmother.

Grandpa Yan discloses to his attorney that he'll be declaring his sole heir at his 80th birthday celbration; clearing that he will only give it to the person who cares for him. This time the covetous auntie and uncle Yan plan to be caring of grandpa. They are completely unaware that the riches will all go to Fu An.

Da Feng goes to the mountains and meet Fu An again. This is my favorite part of the first episode. Though it is really sad to know that grandma Xie is going to die, I kindda feel overwhelmed by these scenes since they show a witty and sexy circumstance between the two. I'm sorry but I can't help it. I just find these scenes amazing, so I felt the urge to make screencaps of them.

Our dark prince is pushed into the marsh by our country bumpkin, of course [picture 1, top left side]. The grumpy vulture gets mad at Fu An and starts yelling at her: treating her like his servant and asking her to pull him up [pictures 2 and 3, first row].

However, Fu An does not respond to his command. Instead, our country bumpkin mocks Da Feng and makes fun of him [pictures 1-3, second row]. At the same time, she scolds Da Feng for having interest on camphor. Da Feng, desparate and mad of his situation, laments of how pathetic and lowly Fu An's life is. This sparks a major argument between the two [pictures 1-2, third row].

Fate is indeed playing with these two, as Fu An sees a snake crawling on her feet [picture 3, third row]. Of course, she gets frightened by it and clumsily jumps into the marsh [picture 1, fourth row]. (This is a heartwarmig scene seeing Fu An accidentally hugging Da Feng).

Now, both Da Feng and Fu An are submerged into the marsh. The needy vulture, being a wanting and strong man, starts feeling strange about their situation and "position" [pictures 2-3, fourth row].

Fu An panics because she feels like Da Feng is touching her thighs [picture 1, fifth row] (of course, we all know that it is not Da Feng's hands which touched her, lah). In times like this (having a girl sit on his lap and near his g-r-o-i-n), Da Feng often gets "sexually active". This is what he tries to explain to Fu An.

The innocent Fu An panics all the more because of Da Feng's explanation. To keep things sane Fu An tells Da Feng to think of "innocent and pure thoughts" [picture 2, fifth row]. Fu An talks about how pure a white dove is and uconsciously blurts out about white doves' WHITE EGGS and this fatally helps Da Feng remember a "sexually-based" film [picture 3, fifth row] (this, of course, increased Da Feng's frustration). Thus, making Da Feng feel more enticed.

Fu An, for the second time, tries to help Da Feng think of innocent things. She begins telling a story of her favorite musical instrument. Da Feng curciously asks what it is. Turns out that the instrument is TRUMPHET. Da Feng asks her if she knows HOW TO BLOW. *** Really this scene got me. I never imagined a Taiwan drama will induce such sensual type of humor. Nevertheless, I liked it. The humor, I mean, and how Blue delivered it.*** Poor Da Feng, he is really trying his best to keep his cool and all, but he just can't [see picture 1, sixth row].

The two are stuck on the mud 'til nighttime. After struggling hard to keep their innocence alive, Fu An cracks up a prank on Da Feng. She does not know that the dark prince is indeed afraid of bugs [pictures 2-3, sixth row and picture 1, seventh row].

Fu An finds this funny, so she incessantly continues making fun of Da Feng, who warns her. However, country bumpkin does not heed from his warning an even dare challenge him. As a result, Da Feng kisses her to keep her mouth shut (which was effective by the way). The noisy and frantic Fu An turns quiet for a few minutes. Afterwards, she lets out a big scream claiming that Da Feng ruined her first kiss.

Brilliant Legacy episodes 1 and 2 (edited)

2009-07-16T08:30:00.000-07:00

Ok after thinking a lot about what my friends told me regarding the drama "Brilliant Legacy", I finally mustered the stamina to watch the drama and follow it faithfully. ::crosses fingers:: I know I am not that good of a drama critique, but I will try my best to deliver helpful rants and probably some RECAPS.

What I think BL will be?

"Brilliant Legacy", which showcases the stars Lee Seung-Gi (Chil Princesses) and Han Hyo-ju (Spring Waltz), is not that hyped when it started but it has a lot of followers 'til this day. In fact, it has been extended to two more episodes (which is a slight hint of how good the drama has been accepted by Koreans).

SOOMPI threads are oozing with this drama's fanatics. There are posts and discussions here and there. I have read a lot of praises on Lee Sueng-gi's acting stint here. People said that he really is a great actor in this drama-- that has exuded "natural" and "emotional" acting. Judging by what the preview shown (and what I have read from forums), I think this drama will have the usual "roun-and-about" story of "hate-then-love" cycle among the main leads. Of course, third wheels and conforntations.

Moreover, since this drama's standpoint is "the importance of money", I think people will get to see greedy people devouring on others' wealth. I anticipate a lot of evil people will emerge herein since cliche stated that "money is the root of evil".

What my first impression about BL is?

Now, my first impression when I watched the first two episodes was that I was bored to death. I've been trying hard to stay true with my agenda, but unfortunately the episodes failed me. I can't help but fast-forward a lot of times in order to jump over heaps of sh*tty evil conversations.

To make matters worst, I felt like Lee Sueng-Gi is an "urgh-magnet" in this drama the moment I saw him walking. Sadly, it is not because of the character's attitude and personality because I think a spoilt and ruthless person like him holds the key to the plot. It's just that whenever I see him I feel like I am about to throw up or something. I hate his hair here. I don't know what's the messy look all about. (If it is related to his role or not.) But don't you think a nitty-picky brat like him [his character] should at least look N-I-C-E-R.

Frankly, I feel as if watching an ogre and not a dashing prince just because of his hair. I can't even imagine why the other girl in this drama is head-over-heels with Seung-gi's character.

However, I must give credit to the actors here. Yes! And that includes Seung-gi. I know Lee Seung-Gi is better off with variety shows but I can feel for him in the first two episodes. I think he has given his best in the manner he delivered his lines. The way the deliberately shown how liberal, and delinquent he is, is just natural. Moreover, Han Hyo-ju's natural acting here is to die for. I really like her. She acts naturally and delivers lines flawlessly.

What happened?

Basically, I can summarize episodes 1 and 2 with just a few paragraphs (since I found them dead boring. I was even yawning 'til the end of episode 2). The story begins with a weird car-chase then shows Seon Woo-han (Lee Seung-Gi) coming back to South Korea from the States. He is portrayed here to be a brat who does not care about money.

He picks a fight with his grandmother regarding his coveted title as the heir of the family's business. Woo-han does not like the smell of the food their restaurant sells. Hence, he and his grangdmother have a major misunderstand.

He meets with Yoo Seung-mi (Moon Chae-won). The latter is very happy to see the former. Thus, there is an implication that Seung-mi feels something for Woo-han though it is unrequited. Seung-mi is shown here as somewhat Woo-han's love interest. Thus, one can imply that the unending love for "oppa" is what Seung-mi's charcater transpires.

Apart from these boring scenes, the audience can also see how Woo-han and Go Eun-seong (Han Hyo-ju) meet in an awkward and coincidental manner. Their belongings will get switched and Eun-seong will punch Woo-han comically (which I think is just plain retarded and outrageous).

In episode 2, we will also see how Eun-seong's life will become bitter from having a step-mother to losing her father. Han Hyo-ju will be working as a waiter after losing everything including money. During this time she'll be bumping into the arrogant Woo-han for the second time.

2NE1 wows the crowd, Dara needs more practice?

2009-07-15T19:25:00.000-07:00

Last July 12 was 2NE1's comeback stage performance on KBS's Music Bank. The female group performed the songs "Pretty Boy" and "I Don't Care" live, which wowed the crowd.

Netizens from different countries started praising the group for doing a great live performance. Many commended the four saying that they sounded like the songs recorded on their CD. Some, however, were still unimpressed with Dara thinking that she is the weakest of the four.

Well, if you are going to ask me I can say that the girls did great. They danced well and most especially, they SANG GREAT (unlike other girl groups who are marketing their way to the music scene with their number). ::Amen::

Moreover, I can see how Dara has improved from her annoying sweet image in the Philippines to her now punky-poppy features. I also appreciate how she managed to learn how to sing and dance. Gah! ::grins:: Well, I have my personal accounts of how despicable and icky Dara was when she was still in the Philippines. Not that I don't like her then. It is just that I find her more deserving of fame today than before.

For people who are not aware of how big the magnitude of Dara was during her stay in the Philippines, I will give a brief side note on that. Dara won a famous star search program in the Philippines under ABS-CBN management. She did not win the grand prize, but she did capture the hearts of the management and many Filipinos. One can even say that she became a star overnight. She recorded songs, had television shows, and even filmed a movie which made her even more famous.

I think she is indeed the weakest of the four, but she is definitely the most charming. I think YG Entertainment should not trade in anybody for her place in the group. She fits the group perfectly. Well, for one she is the only girl among the four who is refreshing to see. I do believe she needs more practice, but kudos to her and her milestone achievement now. I must say, YG is definitely handling 2NE1 (esp. DARA) well.

I think people enjoyed their performance last July 12 because it was full of youth and energy. It is not everyday that girl groups exude energy and vigor in their performances. Most of the time, girl groups go: too cutesy- too sweet- too irritating; or too sexy / revealing. With 2NE1, people can see talents before personalities. Before the people who are performing.

The result? A group which need not expose their underwear, wear cutesy school uniform costumes, and suck lollipops. Here is the video courtesy of LEEKYEONHO1980. Enjoy guys =) ***BTW don't forget to turn the music player off before watching the vid. You can see it at the right sidebar.***

Nickhun and the Shrunken 2PM Guys

2009-07-14T00:52:00.000-07:00

My final post of the day. Hmm. I don't know what started my liking over 2PM. I just woke up one day and found that I like their songs. It was indeed a spur of a moment experience. A "hey-I-suddenly-dig-2pm" craze.

Recently, my addiction has taken its toll. It was really way out of control. I just found myself goggling about 2pm and looking for YOUTUBE vids to feed my obsession. Last Saturday, before I had a terrible asthma attack which I think was partly caused by this vid, I discovered this funny video.

Star King featured "kid idols". I am really not sure when this was aired, but it really did grow in me. Up until today, I laugh incessantly when I watch this vid. The kid with the yellow pants is just killing me. Really! Hehehe. Wanna share this vid to lighten up your day guys... ***don't forget to turn off the music player on the right sidebar before playing this vid***

Kudos! And more 2PM love for us.

The Amazing lil' 2PM with Nickhun

credit to: SoopieSan of YouTube

RUSHBALL: Amazing Japanese Dancers

2009-07-14T00:28:00.000-07:00

Have watched these two kids dance and they are DOPE!!! I am really in a craze right now googling them and finding out more about them. I discovered these kids last week, while I was watching Star King. I find them really amazing. And GOD did they just made the almighty DBSK intimidated or what?!? Urrghh... I think they all found how great these two are. And know what??! They are girls. For the love of GOD!!! I fell in love with them the minute I saw them poppin'.

These kids are MAIKA and KYOKA. More news 'bout them hopefully. BTW, they introduced themselves as RUSHBALL. Good style + eccentric moves = LOVE LOVE LOVE.

Here are the vids. (Don't forget to pause the music player before playing the vid... Player located at the right side bar). Enjoy!

Here are they with the three musketeers. TeeHee!

Easy Fortune Happy Life Ep. 1 (Eng Sub)

2009-07-13T07:33:00.000-07:00

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Genie: Royal Pirates vs. SNSD

2009-07-10T18:52:00.000-07:00

Ok. I will to write this one as objective as I can. Promise! I'll try doing my best. So, let's see. Royal Pirates, a US-base Korean band, did a cover of SNSD's Genie (Tell Me Your Wish). Honestly, I liked their version better. Don't know if it's because I enjoy listening to rock music, or if I just simply don't like SNSD. Nevertheless, the two vids are a must-see.

Less cuteness here, of course, for SNSD. I mean, they are sporting their bodies and acting all innocent [duh! urgh! I hate it when they do those cutesy stuff and at the same time show-off their undies]. Might as well follow the lead of Hyori, girls. I like this girl [Hyori] and I like the truthfulness in her.

However, well I don't think that SNSD is pure-looks (because I find all of them 'plastics' and fake), I must say they have talent (some, I guess). They dance well and sing fairly good. What dumbfounds me is how they manage to market themselves, as a group. They are pretty good on stage and tweens just love them. SNSD's new MV (disclaimer: turn-off the BG music by clicking 'pause' on the playlist, located at the right sidebar):

Royal Pirates, on the other hand, caught my attention after seeing them with their famous Wonder Girls' "Nobody" cover. I find them pure talent. Seeing two guys rock the hell out of k-pop songs made me H-A-P-P-Y. Not to mention, their DBSK's "Mirotic" version. Don't know 'bout you guys, but after listening to their cover of Mirotic they surely did get me under their skin. Here's Royal Pirates' Genie cover:

I guess if one is not used to rock music, he may not appreciate the cover. But, my goodness! The drumstick twirling got me off my feet already. Hope to see more Royal Pirates cover. And for SNSD, keep it up lizards. I mean, girls. You're all doing fine. Practice more and prove that your anti-fans are wrong.

WINNER: Royal Pirates

credit to: fallingfromdawn and dhlee528 for the videos.

2PM overthrows SNSD

2009-07-09T16:33:00.000-07:00

Gah! Spazz galore! 2PM win-streak at MCountdown. This new JYP idol group went head-on with SNSD (Girl's Generation) [whom I despise. lah!]. Kidding aside, I really think they deserve the coveted award instead of those lizard-looking innocent-pervie chics. Vid below (you can turn-off the background music, just look for the music player on the right sidebar):

So, I find these guys amusing. I didn't like them instantly. I just got fond of them through watching radio cuts and vids. And up until now I can't get over their "Again and Again" [urgh! ugly dance moves, though] and "Only You" singles. Sad to say, it has been reported that they'll be on hiatus now. [I'll surely miss them]. They're done promoting their singles and they'll be busy working on another album.

Guys I am really crossing my fingers hard to see them more. I think they can improve a lot. I know that they are under the capable hands of JYP and seeing Mnet Scandal with two of their members in it, is a plus. More love for 2PM. Rock my socks guys!

Couch Potato Alert: It's RAINing in France

2009-07-09T06:29:00.001-07:00

Couch Potato, anyone?

Has Rain given up on his career?

And did he just realized that he has more potential being a couch potato?

*** Did he just have a bad hair-day?
*** Whoah?!? Where did my hot stuff go?
*** It's no longer RAINing. Is that it?

What happened to the hallyu star Rain? Recently, I haven't read much about him. Don't know if it's because news is flooded by "idol groups" right now, or if he has lost contact of the world. News say that he recently attended a fashion photo shoot in France. Oui! Surveiller comme du lait sur le feu?!? [I know I am a sucker at French... hahaha...]

Yup, no romancin' for Rain (Jung Ji-hoon), just pure work. He strut his stuff and posed for Six to Five, a known clothing brand in France. Rain's pictures were shot with the beautiful scenery of the French Alps. He and the crew also went to the artitectural hub Savoy Chalet.

Shots were prompted to be released in the August 2009 issue of Korea's Elle's Magazine. Hmmm. I'm quite interested to see what "sophistication" was captured in the photos. What will he look like? Will he carry angst to its fineness? Gentleness perhaps to fluidly match with the beautiful French Alps backdrop? Or will it be a home-alone couch potato shot like the one above? At the the end of the day, Rain will still showcase Korean pride, for sure.

Not really much of a fan, but I admire how he developed himself. How he transformed from a trainee to a well-known artist and businessman. He really did go beyond his limits and for that, I commend him. Hope his career will flourish more and that he'll be an inspiration for others. Aja! Rain! Don't give up! Un peu mon neveu!

credit to: k-popped for photo and news

The New Kid in Town

2009-07-09T04:42:00.000-07:00

Recently, netizens have all been busy searching the Internet for the "comeback drama" of Yoon Eun Hye. There have been reports that Lady Castle will be replaced by a Korean title, in relation to the new policy the KBS management released. The new policy involves limiting the use of English titles in dramas. However, it's not actually this issue nor Yoon Eun Hye, which caught my attention. And so, what did? Ehem, a little kid whom I grew fond of.

The little "Wang Suk Hyun" from the movie Speedy Scandal is also part of this new drama. Hmmm. I take delight in seeing this cute little child. After seeing Speedy Scandal (which I highly recommend), I found this kid a charm. He has that innate cuteness in him that makes your heart feel "AWWWW"... Don't you just love kids?

Wang Suk Hyun also shared tinges of popularity after being noticed to have taken the looks of 2PM's Wooyoung. Yes! And GOD it did make my heart skip a beat. Let me rephrase that. Not just a beat but unending throbbing. As I looked at their pictures I slowly recognized the similarity. Hehehe. They really do look-alike. Pictures below for proof. Drum roll please...

I so love the stunned look on their faces plus the pout.
Suk Hyun, what did mama tell you?
And you Wooyoung, didn't I tell you not to call me? Huh? I'm busy!

I don't care 'bout you but don't they just look cute!!!
Want to pinch Wooyoung-ah

I am reminded of someone with this pic of Wooyoung.
He's cute here. Totally dig that "candid" look, Wooyoung.
And for our little hero, Suk Hyun, you're ten times cuter baby.

Caps on, guys! We're going for a ride.

Cheesy...

Yes, my dear Wooyoung. You two look-alike. Like father-and-son.
Come to mama, my sweet angels. :: blushes ::

AND THE LAST PHOTO, OF COURSE.
IN LOVING MEMORY OF THE KING OF POP JACKO:

Who's bad!?!
The Yin and the Yang

After seeing them from a cut of the 2PM episode of I Have An Uncle, I realized that Wooyoung looks cute portraying an older out-of-the-idol-group part. He and Suk Hyun are exploding with ten thousand times ten cuteness.

Definitely, I'll be watching for Eun Hye's drama "Take Care Of The Young Lady" (아가씨를 부탁해 [agassireul butakhae]) because of this kid. Enough reason to have a guilt-free feel k-drama obsession. More cuteness explosion pweetty pwease...

credit to: cheeripop for some of the pictures

Beneath the Muddled Sheets: pt.2

2009-07-05T03:14:00.000-07:00

:: Clean Sheets ::

It was 10 a.m. already when I spotted my wall clock. My eyes were squinting laboriously as rays of sun pecked my face. I felt my thighs tightened and my legs weakened. My shoulders weren't doing any good for me, either. My fingertips were stiff as wood. I felt loaded. 'Days really do pass by swiftly'. I thought to myself while letting a big sigh of boredom. 'Another day to live by.' Lazily, I grabbed my newly bought pillow and hugged it tightly, shivering when a few drops of tears trickled through my hands. 'Cold... I-it's so cold.'

The smell of humidity dabbled my nose. So much for my room's heater. I slowly grazed my hand with precision over the left side of my bed and found it cold, as well. 'Still untouched. It's been so long now...' I have never been a fan of loneliness and until today I do not embrace desolation. However, loneliness won over me. 'Am I the biggest loser?'

All my sentimental thoughts were disrupted when I heard a very familiar sound. I let it pass, once, but the sound distracted me for the second time. 'That stupid ring tone. Killing me. It's killing me...' I reached for the bed-side table on my right and grabbed my cellphone which was ringing and vibrating endlessly.

"H-ello..." I picked up my phone passively and unaware who the caller was.

... Nothing, there was nothing I could hear of.

"Hello? Hwangbo here, who's this?" No one answered again. My eyes widened. I felt my heart beat throbbed faster. I feared that someone might have been plotting something against me. Paranoia really has become my best friend and enemy.

"H-ello..."

Still, I heard no one. This frightened me. 'Who c-c-can i-t be?' I instantly looked at my phone's screen and checked the number. The number was unfamiliar, though.

"Y-yaah!!! S-spe-speak up!" I courageously yelled at the mysterious caller in the other line. "C-chugolle!!! Yah!" I felt my heart pounded harder. My hair raised when I heard someone gasped. A shrill pant was all I heard, apart from that I could only hear silence. I got paranoid and turned my phone off. 'W-who the hell's callin' me?'

After five seconds, my phone rang. It was the same number. I canceled it for as often as I could remember, but my phone kept on ringing. Eventually, I ended up picking up the call for the second time.

"Hello. Please speak up," a more relaxed Hwangbo tried handling the situation. "I-I can't deal with someone I don't know." I said with an ounce of bravery and a shaky voice.

I heard a sigh in return. "You sure?" The caller asked me.

My heart exploded in tremor. Have I heard it right? 'T-the t-the v-voice...' My knees grew weak and my shoulders grew heavier.

"Miss me?"

'D-d-daa-rrn... Y-yyou...' My body was shaking incessantly. I wasn't able to utter a single word. 'W-w-who a-are y-you?' I thought to myself. I knew that my mind was just playing tricks on me. That I was just desparate for something. For someone. And so I scolded myself for hallucinating things.

The man from the other line felt my fear, perhaps. He once again spoken, which already made me lose my sanity. "Be okay. Stay the same." After saying those words the line was cut.

I felt like I was going to die out of happiness and fear. It's him! It really did sound like him! Joy overflowed me. I was overwhlemed by the call. A part of me, though, felt different. 'B-b-but, H-hwangbo. T-think harder. H-he will not call you... In this lifetime.' I warned myself against false hopes. 'Don't think about it. I-if h-he wanted to (call you), he sould have done it six months ago...'

[On a talk show: Hwangbo and Eunhyuk guested]

"So, tell us about this new drama you are in unnie."

"Neh. Ah. We're currently filiming a new drama under KBS. It's a spin-off of WGM [We Got Married]," I said to the reporter with a wide smile written all-over my face. Indeed, I felt really happy for my first drama. "A-about a TV show with paired couples and how the relationship will progress after filming the variety [show]."

"Good. Sounds interesting. What can the viewers expect?"

"A lot." I said with lots of laughter. "You'll see me cry and laugh here, a lot."

"Actually, you'll see her kiss me," Eunhyuk said jokingly. This pun caught the attention of the interviewer and the live audience. The "aawws" and the "aaahhs" reverberated the air. In response to his joke, I nudged him with my elbow-- which I hope I did not do that time and should have avoided doing.

"J-just watch for our new drama. You'll see the love story unfold," I said meekly. People on set, though, were still musing at us just because of Eunhyuk's attempt to lighten up the set.

"O-okay. you're blushing right now," the reporter noticed me and started teasing us. "I can see, judging by the closeness you two are showing us, that you have had a long way together."

"Uhm. Y-you c-can say that," I agreed with the reporter. And Eunhyuk seconded immediately.

"Noona is really helpful... In every scene," he said convincingly. "She's not exposed to a drama like this before, but she handled it smoothly."

"Well, I just give him tips and whatever I could give him. Just want to share a good working environment with him."

"Yeh. noona's really gentle with me," Eunhyuk said while putting up a wide boyish-youthful smile.

"Oh, really? To what level of gentleness? Can it be compared with you and your sshillang's rapport?" The reporter tacklessly asked.

Oh-Oh. I've felt my body become numb. 'Oh crap! Not that one!' Those kinds of questions were what I feared most. The world just doesn't know how painful it is to struggle with a love that did not materialize. How unlucky I feel. How betrayed I feel like. They don't know that after the farewell episode of We Got Married in Jeju, me and Hyun Joong shared something special. They don't know that I am broken into pieces because of that. Because, he left me after that.

My mind wasn't able to process anything. My mouth tightened. I knew right then and there that people watching the set felt something odd. They must have seen the inconceivable pain that I should have been hiding perfectly from the very beginning.

Thank God, Eunhyuk was there to save me. He suddenly wrapped his arms over my shoulders and pulled me closer to him. Fan service, of course.

"I-I t-think it's not proper to talk about Hyun Joong," Eunhyuk said. "Me and Hwangbo are doing our best for this drama. We see each other very often. Talk with each other and even feed each other. I-I d-don't like that kind of question." Eunhyuk gained control of the situation. He had the momentum to keep people away from snooping around matters of my heart.

"D-does that mean that there is a budding romance? Here? Among you two?"

"L-let's not just ruin the get-go. We're handling everything perfectly. We're getting to know each other..." Eunhyuk ended doubts that earlier surmised.

After the interview I approached Eunhyuk.

"Dongsaeng," I called him gently. "J-just want to say t-thank you..."

"O-oh. Noona t-that's n-nothing actually," he said with his childlike smile. "You've been very kind and helpful to me, so it's only right to help you. I know y-you're having a hard time. Clearly, it's none of my business. But just d-don't trap yourself in something y-you should have gotten over a long time ago."

His words struck me. It felt like a child is lecturing his mother. 'Should I really get over him? Should you, Hwangbo?' His words were really powerful. From a point-of-view of an outsider, it really did make sense.

"Eunhyuk, kam-sa-sahamnida..." I was on the verge of crying my heart out, but I managed to hold back the tears until I got home. I was heedless, though, as to how things would turn out. That far from the stage I was at that day, someone was watching over me. Someone was studying my every move. Someone was following me.

Beneath the Muddled Sheets: pt.1

2009-07-02T07:27:00.000-07:00

A fan fiction that takes place after the "We Got Married" days of Hyun Joong and Hwangbo. Just when Hwangbo is falling deeply for her sshillang, Hyun Joong is fervidly getting attracted to her. Is this true love? Or just a one night stand? This fic has mature content though not explicitly written. Let's follow their story. Everything here is solely my imagination, so do bear with it.

*** This fic has a to-and-fro time reference, I hope you will not be confused guys ^^.

*** Basically, something happened between HB and HJ after their FAREWELL DAY in WGM.

*** Hwangbo is 31 years-old, by the time she's narrating the story (and she's 31 in the ending).

*** This is purely my imagination (which has gone lose, since JOONGBO got into my system).

*** Characters are Hyun Joong and Hwangbo only =)

:: Tangled Sheets ::

I felt his gentle hand mildly stroking down my shoulders. In 'a to-and-fro pattern'. Twice every ten seconds. I kept counting his every stroke while I continuously gulped in synchrony. His movement was slow and sharp. His touches reached my spine. Nevertheless , I loved his gentleness. How he commanded his hands was pretty appalling yet exciting. The way he continued brushing off my skin over and over again was (luckily) his reprieve. How he never got tired of smelling my skin and caressing me tenderly was magical. His soft lips were touching my bare shoulders incessantly. Ten thousand bolts of electricity. That's how it felt like. His lips. Oh his lips. The feeling was insane.

It took us forever before we completely got undress. Clothes thrown here and there. His pair of jeans were laying flat on the floor across the bed. His shirt was sent near the tightly-closed door. My shirt was tossed over the bed's mahogany headboard. And my skirt. It was resting perfectly beneath feet.

"Buin..." I heard him called me tenderly.

"B-b-bo?" I was shaking within out of anxiety. While my hands were trembling, gently put them against my chest. Tried listening to my heart. "W-what i-is it?" I said in a worrisome manner.

He smiled all-knowingly. "Are you nervous?"

'Common! Are you serious? You know I'm not, Hyun.' I know I was obviously keeping my cool. Nevertheless, I tried my best to stay in the game. "A-aneyo." I said bravely.

"You sure?" He whispered to my ears softly. "Are you a hundred percent sure?"

"Y-yeh..." I responded while almost gulping my tongue.

Again, he let out a teasing smile. "Then, why are you covering yourself up?"

"Be-be-because i-it's c-cold." Stupid response, I know.

I felt I was about to pass out that moment. Blood started raising throughout my body. I felt as if my head was about to explode. 'He really is here with me. In our room. In our bed. Beside me. He really is just a foot away from me.' My heart fluttered with these thoughts. "I-I am not afraid..." Courageously, I dared challenged him. 'I'm not a-afraid 'cause I'm I'm I'm ready.'

Sshillang suddenly pulled me closer in response to my challenge. And closer. And
closer, until he finally locked me in his arms. I let out a shrill cry. 'Omo! Omo!' My heart was beating triple times. 'I-I'm ready, am I?' I can sense the heat. I can sense his need as I look straight into his deep-set eyes. 'D-don't stare at me like that... I-I'm melting.'

The more I struggled to escape from his arms, the more I got attracted to his charm.

"B-buin... Don't fret." He pleaded while keeping his command of things.

"A-a-aigo." 'W-wh-what do you want m-me t-to do?' "A-are you sure, t-this is okay?" I tried reaffirming his intention. Tried finding out why getting it off with matters that much to him.

"Hush," he whispered to my left ear while gently nibbling it. "I need you..."

My brain shut down. My heart started to pump too much blood. Oxygen has risen profusely to my head causing me to give in instantly. 'I need you'. These were the words that got me. 'Sshillang, I need you too.'

It was the longest night in my entire 31 years of life. It was also the very first time that I was able to notice my ceiling. 'Peach-colored ceiling, you really do quite look good.' The first time that I noticed the engraved flowers on my ceiling.

As the night grew wild, I felt the blanket wrapping around our feet. My body started flinching as he deepened his kisses and he pressed his body harder. Struggling no more, the sheets tethered a perfect knot that binded us. A perfect knot that he should have not loosened up the morning after.

My Girl: A Review

2009-06-13T03:14:00.000-07:00

When we talk of Korean drama craze, My Girl is definitely part of the talk. My Girl [마이걸 / Ma-i-geol] is one of the most memorable romantic-comedy series I have ever watched. This love story revolves around a mischievous con girl and a serious bachelor. The con girl connived with the handsome prince charming on their quest to pretension. If you are looking for a feel-good romantic comedy drama, you must watch this.

GOOD POINTS:
* great chemistry from the lead actors
* proper timing in delivering comic reliefs
* real emotions exuded by the actors

BAD POINTS:
* slow paced
* quite draggy

Main Casts:

Lee Dong Wook as Seol Gong Chan

The wealthy and good-looking heir of a famous hotel chain in South Korea is a reserved and willed man. This 28-year old heir a great businessman and a loving grandson. He made an agreement with a con woman to save his ailing grandfather. Gong Chan, however, is not aware of the repercussions that will come along with his connivance with the shameless con woman. Thus, he and the woman pretended to be true cousins. Until, he fell in-love with her.

Lee Da Hae as Joo Yoo Rin
Yoo Rin is a spirited girl who con others in order to live. She must endure a harsh life caused by her irresponsible father. Due to gambling, Yoo Rin's father made her suffer hard. This is the reason why the free-spirited Yoo Rin accepts the offer Gong Chan gives her--- not knowing that their make-believe cousin relationship will evolve to a romantic one.

Lee Joon Ki as Seo Jung Woo
Gong-chan's realization of his feelings for Yoo Rin happened through the presence of the womanizer Seo Jeong Woo, who is Gong Chan's best friend. Jung Woo falls for Yoo Rin unexpectedly. He finally learns how to love a woman despite being known as a womanizer. However, his feelings turn sour when he realizes what Yoo Rin feels for his best friend.

Park Si Yeon as Kim Seo Hyun
She is a 26-year old tennis player and the girlfriend of Gong-chan. An ambitious girl who left her boyfriend in pursuit of her dreams. She is beautiful and confident, but later on in the story she becomes insecure of Yoo Rin's closeness with Gong-chan. This is why she snooped around to know the real relationship between the two people who are putting up a show.

RATING:

monkey smirks out of 10

Korean Drama Stereotypes: An In-Depth Approach to Understanding Korean Series

2009-06-08T03:15:00.000-07:00

We love Korean dramas and movies because they are plain addicting. Years of watching Korean dramas made me more critical. I mean I love romantic-comedies the most, but I've grown this drama critique self (rather, ALTER EGO) who can't help but appreciate and laugh at Korean drama stereotypes. (Below is the critical in-depth report on Korean dramas).

What is a stereotype?

A stereotype is something one is familiar of. It is often regarded as a trademark of a group or a class. However, the term often refers to something negative. It is like branding a group because of its members' characteristics. Stereotypes have been delved on in Psychological studies. Researches spurred in pursuit of understanding such phenomenon. I think the media, in general, are a vast field of research and theories. Hence, TV dramas can be well scrutinized using theories and psychological studies.

What is a stereotype in Korean dramas?

As I have said earlier, a stereotype is something dubbed as the representation of the group (simply speaking). Therefore, when we imagine Korean dramas there are precepts and concepts embodying the group. We often associate images based on the frequency of characteristics we see on different dramas. However, there is also 'atypical paradox' in line with stereotyping. In the book The Psychology of Stereotyping, David J. Schneider said that there also 'unrepresentative' phenomenon happening in the group:

"The typicality paradox is that when a person holds a strong stereotype, an individual who disconfirms it may be seen as unrepresentatve of the group and hence no stimulus for general change; the person perceived to be the typical member, on the other hand, may not disconfirm the stereotype. Atypical exemplars may well change perceptions of the dispersion of the group without affecting the feature's perceived central tendency (Garcia-Marques & Mackie, 1999). Exposure to atypical exemplars does lower availability of stereotype information, but this very lack of access may inhibit generalization. [Schneider, 2005: The Psychology of Stereotyping]."

This only means that we, as viewers, generalize Korean dramas based on the stereotypes and paradoxes we see. We are exposed to stimuli (Korean dramas) and learn their similarities and differences. In the end, their similarities are what we often see. This is why people generally see how Korean dramas showcase death of characters through having leukemia and other life-threatening diseases.

Common Stereotypes in Korean Dramas

People are surveyed or asked about what they think of when talking about Korean dramas and the data gathered showed the following as the significant results. Out of 500 people asked, these answers came out (in no particular order) as the 20 common things they think of when talking about Korean TV series:

1. The female and the male lead are always different from each other in attitude or character.

2. The female lead always has a strong appetite.

3. The male lead is always good-looking.

4. Soju is an everyday commodity for Koreans.

5. Piggyback-rides are common when a female character gets sick and gets drunk.

6. Death is always in form of diseases.

7. There is always a negotiation between the lead stars.

8. There is always an intervention from the leads' families.

9. The lead actor does not like the female lead at first but later on loves the girl.

10. Love triangles (or quadruples) between cousins, best friends, and brothers.

11. The villain is always a victim of love (i.e. former girlfriend of the male lead).

12. Cellphones are not turned-off, but the batteries are pulled out.

13. There is less traffic in Korea.

14. Someone is slapping somebody.

15. The male lead will, at some point, drive a car while talking with someone on his cellphone.

16. Suits and formal attires for the guys.

17. Makeover sessions for girls (wherein, the guys will find the lead actresses very attractive).

18. There is always a 'wild goose chase' before the two leads admit they love each other.

19. Male leads are great in sports and physical combat.

20. Female leads are often poor while male leads are often rich.

Goong: A Review

2009-06-04T03:10:00.000-07:00

One of the candy-coated dramas I have ever watched, Goong, has driven me to the "Korean drama craze". There are really a lot of sweet and romantic scenes in this drama. However, I must admit that the drama is quite draggy. Up until it ended I kept on fast-forwarding some scenes.

GOOD POINTS:
* sweet story line
* good soundtrack
* charming characters
* beautiful scenery

BAD POINTS:
* draggy story towards the end
* annoying minor characters

Goong tells us the love story of two completely opposite teenagers. Their love begun and ended with political intrigues and traditional conflicts. Nevertheless, the two leads, Lee Shin (the crown prince) and Chae-kyung (the brave and spirited commoner), surpassed everything together and received their own righteous happy-ending.

The plot revolves around Lee Shin and Chae-kyung and the grand Palace they live in---Goong. Their lives are bound to clash as different characters enter their lives. The conflict arises more when Lee Yul (the other prince) came back to the Palace after growing up in Europe.

Indeed, Goong is a must-watch and feel-good drama. It feels great to watch this drama together with your friends and sisters.

Main Casts:

Yoon Eun Hye as Shin Chae-kyung

Chae-kyung is an art major student at a famous art school. She lives an ordinary life with her comic family. She likes wearing her training ants inside her unifrom skirt and loves eating in stalls with her friends. She has a passion for comic art. She, being the crown princess next to her husband, disappoints some of the elders. However, she constantly learns imperial tradition and manages to capture the hearts of the prince's family. When she married the prince, she started falling for him. Thus, she found the arranged marriage more suffocating day-by-day as she learned to live with the serious and sensitive prince.

Joo Ji Hoon as Lee Shin

He is the known Crown Prince of the Republic of Korea. However, being the Crown Prince does not benefit his life much. He and his grilfriend cannot get together because of his stature. Moreover, his life as a prince has already been dictated for him. Thus, letting him be an "I-don't-care-for-the-future" man. He has been tied with imperial rules. However, with his marriage to Chae-kyung, he started to see the beauty of life. He later on falls inlove with her--- and their relationship is put to a very difficult test.

Kim Jeong Hoon as Lee Yul

Lee Yul is the second best--- the one that is next to Lee Shin. Having this burden in mind, he grew-up with pride. He and Shin are opposing characters. Though, thye share the same feelings toward Chae-kyung. Yul is Chae-kyung's trusted classmate and friend. He is the optimistic person, Chae-kyung enjoys being with. Their closeness made the crown prince insecure and uncertain for the first time.

Song Ji Hyo as Min Hyo-rin

Hyo-rin is Prince Shin's girlfriend. The promising ballerina of their school. She is a perfectionist who knows what she wants and how exactly to get it. Her career, though, is much important for her than her relationship with Shin. This is the reason why she did nto approve of Shin's proposal. Through Hyo-rin's existence in the love story of Shin and Chae-kyung, one will see how love comes close to those of give it.

RATING:
monkey smirks out of 10