“Masuri” is a character in Magic Kid Masuri, a kids’ drama, which was a sensation for children in the year of 2002. The main actor, Oh Seung-yun, has actively continued his career in the show business for over 20 years. He currently appears in musicals, dramas, and movies. The Hanyang Journal met Oh
Daniel Lindemann is described on air as an “unexciting German guy”, with his serious expression and calm tone. Although Daniel Lindemann may not seem like a humorous person, it is clear that he is someone who makes people smile with great care and prudence. The Hanyang Journal met Daniel Lindemann,
"Director Lee always puts people first,” are the words that many actors say after working with director Lee Joon-ik. Lee Joon-ik is a film director, who made his directorial debut in 1993 with the film Kid Cop, and has made a total of 13 movies in 25 years. He has been given the accolade as a great
Hong Suk-cheon, who graduated from the Department of Theater and Film at Hanyang University (HYU), is a familiar face to the public, due to the many careers he takes on. He is not only an actor and active celebrity who stars in variety shows like Please Take Care of the Refrigerator, but also famous
‘Gudakdali’ is a Korean term that is used to describe something that is outdated. True to its meaning, the ‘Gudak’ camera app has stood out because of its analog concept. After its launch in July, it was ranked number one in App stores of many countries like: Korea, China, Finland, Philippines, and
The contestants of Mnet’s hiphop survival programme ‘Show Me The Money’ have been in the spotlight not only for hiphop enthusiasts, but also for the general public. Onesun, a first-generation rapper, was one of such contestants who caught many people’s attention.Throughout the show, Onesun has been
Amongst the lively streets of Hongdae, there is a special vending machine that has caught the attention of many. The vending machine in question is the “Flower Vending Machine”, near exit 9 of the Hongdae station. This vending machine sells 20 different kinds of dry flower batches, offering customer
Marymond products are becoming very popular among people in their twenties. In 2015, this company started to gain recognition when Suzy (a famous Korean star) was photographed holding a Marymond phone case at the airport. The real beauty of Marymond products does not merely lie in their design, but
When thinking of serious social problems that occur among young people, bullying is probably the first that comes to mind. A growing number of students are becoming victims of bullying in today’s society. This leads to depression and sometimes even leads students to consider extreme measures like su
On July 22, an extraordinarily long line was witnessed in front of a certain restaurant called Shake Shack in Gangnam, the first branch of Shake Shack in Korea. Rumor has it that the customer who had the first bite of the famous burger waited in line for ten hours. Despite the extensive line, a numb
When thinking of cultural activities in a city, going to the movies, concerts or visiting some exhibitions are probably all one can think of. Although one of the merits of living in a city is a having a number of opportunities to experience cultural life, as a matter of fact there is not much divers
Travel books on Europe are as abundant these days as opportunities to travel abroad. It is probably safe to say that taking a trip to Europe has been on the wish list for most non-European university students. Despite the plethora of tour guide books however, Quite Excitement stands out because of i
Nowadays, people can see advertisements on a wide variety of media including television, radio, and through mobile applications. Online adverts, in particular, are easily recognizable if they are eye-catching. However, it is difficult for people to remember offline advertisements in daily lives whic
Hip-hop, which includes rap music, is the hottest trend these days. In fact, rap music can often be found topping various online music charts, and not surprisingly, the careers of a number of hip-hop musicians are flourishing. Open auditions for television shows such as Show Me The Money or Unpretty
In Korea in the 1950s, rickshaws were a common sight. This simple vehicle consisting of a sitting compartment for a passenger or two, which was pulled typically by a man, was a general means of transportation for the public. With the advent of technology, it was regarded as outdated, and it eventual
Tereda Takuya, who had gaind popularity in Japan, came to Korea because of one and only dream that he want to become a famous singer in Korea even if Korea was unfamiliar to him. The Hanyang Journal met him who is starting his second life in Korea as a singer, and much more. - Ed. A huge ambition to
Korea is no longer a homogeneous nation. These days, foreigners often appear on television, showing their talents in various entertainment programs, joining Korean pop groups, making people laugh in variety shows and even acting in films or television dramas. David Kenneth Levene Jr., commonly known
ProfileMajor Performances2010, 2014 Landmark Art Centre, Thames Philharmonia Orchestra2006 KBS Hall, 100th Anniversary of Ahn Eak Tai Concert2003 Fairfield Hall, Korean Fantasy Concert1980 Collaboration with the National Symphony Orchestra1974 Collaboration with the Busan Philharmonic OrchestraWork
Nowadays, many Korean women pick as their ideal man, someone who is Tsundere, a person who is initially cold and even hostile toward others, before gradually showing his warm side. Kook Cheon-soo, a key supporting character in the TV drama, Emergency Couple, is a typical Tsundere who loves the heroi
In Korea, animation is usually considered entertainment media targeting preschoolers or elementary school children. Therefore, the animation market of Korea is overflowing with animation geared towards this demographic that are great fans of cartoons such as “Pororo, The Little Penguin” or “Cocomong