Vidhi Gosain, Delhi SHINee’s youngest member Lee Tae-min, also known as Taemin, released his 3rd mini album Advice on 18 May 2021. The album consists of 5 tracks, including the title track ‘Advice’. With the news of his enlistment, Shawols definitely weren’t ready to let the youngest member go, so this album worked as their…
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K-Personality Review: Jessi
Aanchal Yadav, Delhi Jessica Ho (호현주) born on December 17, 1988, better known by her stage name Jessi, is a Korean-American rapper, vocalist, and lyricist. She was born in New York, brought up in New Jersey, and moved to South Korea at the age of 15. Picture Credits: NME Jessi made her debut in the…
Iconic K-Pop Fashion Concepts
Diya Nair, Kochi, Kerala Every time our favorite group makes a comeback; along with great music, fancy music videos and dope choreography we also get a new concept and a plethora of new outfits and new fashion trends that impact whole of industry—whether it be SHINee’s coloured wide leg jeans with puddle hems or even…
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 Themed Café in Guwahati, India: Kalita Café
Eshani Bora, Guwahati, Assam When we think of going to a café to have a full-on K-pop experience in Guwahati, most people think of Kalita Café, located on the ground floor of Shoolin Grand Hotel in Rukmini Gaon, Guwahati, Assam. From walls dedicated to “Cherry Bomb” neon wall lights to pictures of many popular K-pop…
K-Interview: Songwriter & Topliner Jessica Pierpoint
Kaamaakshi Bhat, Zirakpur, Punjab Jessica Pierpoint is a Platinum Selling K-pop songwriter, topliner, and vocalist from Liverpool, UK who has worked with artists such as ITZY, FIFTY FIFTY, and PURPLE KISS. She is 24 years old and currently based in Seoul, South Korea where she works with her team and new publishing company, INHOUSE Music…
Queen Heo Hwang-ok: The Connection Between India and Korea
Haarini Balasubramaniam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu Queen Heo Hwang-ok was the first queen of Geumgwan Gaya, present-day Gimhae in Southeastern Korea. She was born in 33 A.D. in India and is the legendary queen mentioned in Samguk Yusa (Memorabilia of the Three Kingdoms) in the 13th Century. In Korea, she is known to be a native…
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-Song Review: Breathe by Lee Hi
Isha Singh, New Delhi “It’s alright if you run out of breath, No one will blame you. It’s okay to make mistakes sometimes, Because anyone can do so.” Breathe is a Korean Ballad song that defines comfort and has been like a medicine to many listeners for years, especially during the pandemic. Kim Jonghyun, the…
My Travel K-pop Playlist That Keeps My Anxieties At Bay
Ashley Kumar, New Delhi Music is the best companion. Especially when you have to commute all alone to college, work, gatherings, have a flight to catch, etc. I listen to music too during my commute to work via the Delhi Metro and it takes me 50 minutes to reach there. So naturally, I have a…