Writer: Vedansh Varshney (Delhi, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) Songwriting in K-pop is truly underappreciated. The language barrier might hinder a non-native listener’s ability to understand a song’s message. The engaging audio and visuals are easier to consume, but somehow might make one overlook the lyrical components of a song. However, when you dive…
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MMTG Korean Variety Show
Writer: Pragya Brigit Indwar (Ranchi, Jharkhand, India) Editor: Divya Sonawane (Pune, Maharashtra, India) Indian readers, we’re all familiar with The Kapil Sharma Show—a popular comedy program where Bollywood artists promote their upcoming movies or songs. Now, imagine a Korean version of that, with quirky humor, celebrity interviews, and loads of feel-good moments. Enter MMTG—a Korean…
K-Interview: Dailog (Singer, Songwriter, and Producer)
Interviewer: Deena Jasmine (Chikkmagaluru, Karnataka, India) Editor: Pooja Vishwanathan (Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, India) From beats to spotlight, Dailog is proving that music is his true dialogue with the world. From K-pop stages to K-drama soundtracks, Dailog’s fingerprints are all over the music scene. The South Korean singer-songwriter and producer has worked on more than a…
K-Event Review: 2025 MONSTA X: CONNECT X At KSPO Dome, Seoul, South Korea
Writers: Chau Ngo Nguyen Kim (Vietnam) & Aishwarya Khale (Mumbai, Maharashtra, India) Editor: Pooja Vishwanathan (Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, India) Monsta X, a six-member K-pop group including Hyungwon, I.M., Shownu, Minhyuk, Joohoney, and Kihyun, debuted in May 2015 and marked their 10th anniversary this year. With an intent to share the stage as a group after…
K-Interview: Andy Love (Songwriter, Music Producer and Vocal Arranger)
Andy Love is a renowned songwriter, music producer, and vocal arranger who has made significant contributions to the K-pop and J-pop music scene. His impressive collaborations with top artists and his creative process behind iconic songs have established him as a powerhouse in the music industry. Through this interview, he gives us the insights in the industry as continues to shape the future of music with innovative projects and collaborations.
K-Interview: Team VENDORS (Music Production Studio) Founded By EL CAPITXN
Deena Jasmine, Chikmagalur, Karnataka Get an exclusive look into the powerhouse collective that brings K-Pop to life! Have you ever wondered who is behind the amazing music produced by your favorite K-POP artist? Well, look no further because VENDORS is a South Korean music production team that has been making waves in the industry since…
K-Interview: DANA (PIECEOFKOREANCAKE)
Aanchal Tekriwal, Godda, Jharkhand Language can hold immense power, igniting a person’s heart with new blooms of inquisitiveness and ardent for learning. Meet Dana, a budding and enthusiastic Korean-language Digital Creator from the US embarking on her language journey. She started her new adventure with her Instagram page “Piece of Korean Cake” on November 2,…
K-pop Idols Breaking Stereotypes
Isha Singh, New Delhi K-pop or Korean popular music has gained great popularity over the years and has been playing a crucial part in the growing Hallyu wave. But when someone hears the word K-pop, some deep-rooted perceptions engulf their minds. With the increasing popularity of Korean artists, the stereotypes associated with them are moderately…
K-Drama Review: Shopping King Louie
Chandra Joshi, New Delhi A romantic South Korean comedy series ‘Shopping King Louie’ also known as ‘Shopaholic Louis’ starring Seo In-guk, Nam Ji-hyun, Yoon Sang-hyun, and Im Se-mi written by Oh Ji-young aired every Wednesday and Thursday at 10 P.M. (KST) on MBC from 21 September to 10 November 2016. Cast Seo In-guk played the…
Superior B-Sides That Should Be On Your Playlist
Diya Nair, Kochi, Kerala Cinematic music videos, explosive choreographies, and fashion inspos for days; this is what hooks us onto the title tracks but in the midst of all this; B-sides get overshadowed by their counterparts. Here are 10 B-sides from K-Pop boy groups that you shouldn’t miss! DAY6’s Afraid Extending from the general theme…