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Bang Min-ah
Bang Min-ah (; born May 13, 1993), better known by the mononym Minah, is a South Korean singer and actress. She debuted as a member of the girl group Girl's Day in 2010 and released her first solo album, ''I Am a Woman Too,'' in 2015. She has acted in various films and television series, including lead roles in ''Beautiful Gong Shim'' (2016) and ''My Absolute Boyfriend'' (2019). Early life Bang Min-ah was born on May 13, 1993, in Incheon, South Korea. She attended Jinsun Girls' High School and majored in Broadcasting at Dongduk Women's University. Music career Girl's Day On July 9, 2010, Minah made her debut as a member of girl group Girl's Day on ''Music Bank'' with their first single "Tilt My Head." Solo career Minah has released several solo singles; among them are "Holding Hands," a song on Lee Hyun-do's project album ''4U''; and "You, I" for the soundtrack of the SBS drama ''Doctor Stranger''. On March 3, 2015, DreamT announced that Minah would be making her solo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Incheon
Incheon (; ; or Inch'ŏn; literally "kind river"), formerly Jemulpo or Chemulp'o (제물포) until the period after 1910, officially the Incheon Metropolitan City (인천광역시, 仁川廣域市), is a city located in northwestern South Korea, bordering Seoul and Gyeonggi to the east. Inhabited since the Neolithic, Incheon was home to just 4,700 people when it became an international port in 1883. Today, about 3 million people live in the city, making it South Korea's third-most-populous city after Seoul and Busan. The city's growth has been assured in modern times with the development of its port due to its natural advantages as a coastal city and its proximity to the South Korean capital. It is part of the Seoul Capital Area, along with Seoul itself and Gyeonggi Province, forming the world's fourth-largest metropolitan area by population. Incheon has since led the economic development of South Korea by opening its port to the outside world, ushering in the modernization o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Absolute Boyfriend
is a six-volume manga series by Yuu Watase, first serialized in ''Shōjo Comic''. Chuang Yi licensed it for an English language release in Singapore, with the first volume released in March 2005. Viz Media licensed the series for an English release in North America, serializing the series in its ''Shojo Beat'' manga anthology as well as releasing the volumes. The manga series was adapted into an 11-episode live-action drama series that aired in Japan in 2008. A 13-episode '' Taiwanese adaption'' (絕對達令 ''Jue Dui Darling'') aired in 2012, and a 40-episode South Korean adaptation aired in 2019 under the title ''My Absolute Boyfriend''. Plot Riiko Izawa has never had a boyfriend and she has been rejected by every boy she has ever had a crush on. When she returns a lost cell phone to an oddly dressed salesman, she mentions wanting a boyfriend. To thank her, he directs her to his company's website, Kronos Heaven. When she visits the site, Riiko finds it's a site to cr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baby Faced Beauty
''Baby Faced Beauty'' () is a 2011 South Korean television series starring Jang Na-ra, Choi Daniel, Ryu Jin, and Kim Min-seo. It aired on KBS2 from May 2 to July 5, 2011 on Mondays and Tuesdays at 21:55 for 20 episodes. The drama is about an aspiring 34-year-old fashion designer who fakes her age to get a job in a fashion company. The romantic comedy had kicked off with a viewership rating of around 6 percent, but gradually rose and surpassed the 15 percent mark. Originally slated for 18 episodes, it was extended by 2 more episodes due to its popularity. It ranked number one in its primetime timeslot for five consecutive weeks. Synopsis 34-year-old So-young (Jang Na-ra), has lackluster education background (a mere high school degree) and bad credit history (due to her younger, spendthrift sister). After getting fired from a fabric factory she worked at for 14 years, she has trouble finding a new job. When her younger sister, So-jin (Oh Yeon-seo), rejects the offer of working at ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
20th New York Asian Film Festival
The 20th New York Asian Film Festival was held in New York from 6 August to 22 August 2021. The opening film of the festival was ''Escape from Mogadishu'', a South Korean film by Ryoo Seung-wan. Seventy titles were screened both online, as well as in person. The 20th edition of the festival featured two world premieres, six international premieres, twenty nine North American premieres, eight U.S. premieres and nine New York premieres. 2021's festival featured the first ever outdoor screening of Raymond Lee’s wuxia 1992 film ''New Dragon Gate Inn'' at Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park on August 11. The event was co-presented by Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York. The Uncaged Award for Best Feature Film was awarded to ''Anima'' by Cao Jinling. Screening venues * Film at Lincoln Center * SVA Theatre * Eventive Virtual * Film at Lincoln Center's Virtual Cinema * Damrosch Park New sections This year a new section is added to focus on Asian American experience. *Asi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Snowball (2020 Film)
''Snowball'' () is a 2020 South Korean youth drama film, directed by Lee Woo-jeong and starring Bang Min-ah, Shim Dal-gi, and Han Sung-min. The film adapted from ''The Best Life'' by Lim Solah, tells the story of three high school best friends who run away to find answers to their perceived troubles. It was premiered at 25th Busan International Film Festival held from October 21 to 30, 2020. It was released theatrically on September 1, 2021. Cast * Bang Min-ah as Kang-i * Shim Dal-gi as Ah-ram * Han Sung-min as Yeon So-yeong * Yoon Hye-ri Production On 30 October 2019, Bang Min-ah was confirmed to appear in the film based on the novel ''The Best Life'' by Lim Sol-ah. The novel has won the 4th Munhakdongne University Novel Awards in 2015. Release ''Snowball'' was premiered at 25th Busan International Film Festival held from October 21 to 30, 2020. It was invited at the 20th New York Asian Film Festival in the Next/Now section of the festival. The two-week festival was held from ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jung Il-hoon
Jung Il-hoon (; born October 4, 1994), simply known as Ilhoon, is a South Korean rapper, songwriter, record producer, host, actor and entertainer. He was the main rapper of the South Korean boy band BtoB. He is well known for his collaborations with artists such as Hyuna and G.NA, as well for being an assistant MC on the variety show ''Weekly Idol''. Ilhoon made his acting debut starring in the drama '' Webtoon Hero: Tundra Show'' in 2015. He was also known for popularising the gestures for " Gwiyomi Player", later confirmed he was taught it by Yujin when she was a trainee. Biography Jung Il-hoon was born on October 4, 1994, in Seoul, South Korea. He graduated from Hanlim Multi Art School and attended Korea College of Media Arts with acting course. He is the younger brother of singer Joo. Career Pre-debut Jung had filled in for labelmate Yong Jun-hyung during some of G.NA's debut promotions with "I'll Back Off So You Can Live Better" on music shows, in 2010. In 2011, Jun ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Min-hyuk (rapper, Born 1990)
Lee Min-hyuk (; born November 29, 1990), commonly known as Minhyuk or Huta, is a South Korean rapper, songwriter, actor, and presenter. He is a member of the South Korean boy group BtoB. He has appeared in multiple supporting roles in television series such as '' A New Leaf'' and '' Sweet, Savage Family''. Biography Lee Minhyuk was born on November 29, 1990, in Seoul, South Korea. He graduated from Kwangsung High School and attended Dankook University, where he majored in Musical. Career Pre-debut Prior to debuting in BtoB, Lee Min-hyuk had been active as an underground music artist, going by the moniker 'Huta'. In 2008-2009, alongside other underground artists Block B's Zico (then Nacseo) and Park Kyung (then Holke), they released a mixtape track "Nar.BINO" (여전히) . Lee received training for 7 months, but as a musical student, he already had solid basic skills. Lee, together with fellow members of BtoB, Seo Eunkwang, Im Hyunsik, Jung Ilhoon, and a former Cube BtoB ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The King's Face
''The King's Face'' (; Hanja: 王의 얼굴) is a 2014 South Korean television series starring Seo In-guk, Jo Yoon-hee, Lee Sung-jae, Kim Gyu-ri and Shin Sung-rok. It aired on KBS2 from November 19, 2014 to February 5, 2015 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 23 episodes. Plot Gwanghae, the child of a concubine, becomes the Crown Prince of Joseon. For the next 16 years, the illegitimate prince lives through turbulent times, enduring death threats and possible dethronement. Gwanghae has a contentious relationship with his father King Seonjo, and the two eventually become rivals in politics and love. Using physiognomy as a weapon and means to gain power, Gwanghae enlists a face-reading fortuneteller to help him become the next King. Cast *Seo In-guk as Prince Gwanghae *Jo Yoon-hee as Kim Ga-hee **Jeon Min-seo as young Kim Ga-hee *Lee Sung-jae as King Seonjo * Kim Gyu-ri as Lady Gwi-in of the Kim clan *Shin Sung-rok as Kim Do-chi *Go Won-hee as Queen Inmok *Im Ji-eun as Quee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jungle Fish
''Jungle Fish'' () is a 2008 South Korean youth television special starring Kim Soo-hyun and Park Bo-young. Based on a true story, the drama depicts the pressures placed on students to achieve and gain admission to prestigious colleges and universities. Also, it showcased new interactive blogging. The series marked Kim's first official lead role. It aired on KBS2 on 5 May 2008 at 19:20 ( KST), and is available for worldwide streaming through KBS World's official YouTube channel. The special recorded a viewership rating of 3.3%. It received critical acclaim for filming and editing, and acting by a cast of young performers winning numerous awards, including the Peabody Award. It became the KBS show with the most international awards in history. It was given a theatrical screening on 23 September 2010 at the Lotte Cinema at Konkuk University. A television series, ''Jungle Fish 2'', was created featuring a different cast, and aired in 2010 on KBS. Summary The drama ''Jungle Fish'', ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Argo Online
''Argo Online'' (stylized as ''ARGO Online'') is a hybrid free-to-play massively multiplayer online role-playing game developed by Green Forrest. The game borrows stylistic elements from high fantasy and steampunk themes. mGame Corporation launched Argo Online on 4 August 2010 in Korea. On 21 April 2011, Burda:ic launched the game for the western market for North America and Europe. On 1 March 2013, burda:ic announced the end of the European and North American service for Argo Online. In Korea, the game continued to grow a large userbase and in 2011, Asiasoft announced the release of ARGO Online for the SEA The sea, connected as the world ocean or simply the ocean, is the body of salty water that covers approximately 71% of the Earth's surface. The word sea is also used to denote second-order sections of the sea, such as the Mediterranean Sea, ... market in 2012. On 1 July 2013, Games-Masters.com Ltd. announced that they will offer ARGO Online in Europe in 2014. Exter ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kanto (rapper)
Choi Kwang-ryul (born May 23, 1994), known by the stage name Kanto, is a South Korean rapper and composer. He debuted as a soloist with his debut single, ''What You Want'', on October 25, 2013. He later debuted as a member of South Korean hip hop and R&B quartet Troy in September 2014. He released his first EP, ''14216'', on September 27, 2016. Discography Extended plays Singles Filmography Television * '' Show Me The Money 2'' (Mnet, 2013) * ''The Unit'' (KBS2, 2017–2018) * ''Show Me the Money 10'' (Mnet M-Net (an abbreviation of Electronic Media Network) is a South African pay television channel established by Naspers in 1986. The channel broadcasts both local and international programming, including general entertainment, children's series, ..., 2021) Notes References {{Authority control 1994 births Living people South Korean male rappers South Korean hip hop singers 21st-century South Korean male singers Brand New Music artists South_Korean_mal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
MC Mong
Shin Dong-hyun ( ko, 신동현; born September 4, 1979), better known by his stage name MC Mong ( ko, MC몽, links=no), is a South Korean hip hop recording artist, record producer, radio personality, actor and television personality who is known for his comic disposition and his upbeat songs. He is one of the most commercially successful hip hop artists in Korea. He gained popularity in the early 2000s as an actor on the sitcom, '' Nonstop'', before releasing his debut album, '' 180 Degree'', in 2004. He was also a cast member of the variety show, '' 2 Days & 1 Night'' from 2007 to 2010. He was charged in 2010 with draft dodging, after which he was banned from appearing on major Korean broadcast networks. His 2014 comeback album, ''Miss Me Or Diss Me'', topped music charts upon its release. Career Music and acting debuts MC Mong debuted in 1998 as a member of hip hop group People Crew. Between 1999 and 2002, the group released three albums, titled, ''Hiphop Spirit Forever' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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