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Daum has a ranking of the most searched dramas in Korea with an hourly ranking. Being searched online does not mean that these dramas are the most-watched, but they are the most issued dramas of the moment. This list is based on the data of November 23 (10:10 AM KST). “The King’s Affection” “Hellbound” 3. “The Second Husband” “Red Shoes” “Secret Royal Inspector Joy” “The Red Sleeve” 7. “Young Lady and Gentleman” “Now, We Are Breaking Up” “Jirisan” “Mother’s Garden” The KBS drama “The King’s Affection” topped the ranking followed by the Netflix Original “Hellbound” and the MBC drama “The Second Husband”....

Check out all the rankings of August 2022 below. Stay weekly updated here! 4th Week of August (Released on September 1st) “Alchemy of Souls” “Big Mouth” “It’s Beautiful Now” “The Good Detective 2” “Good Job” “Mask of Gold” “Café Minamdang” “Poong, The Joseon Psychiatrist” “Today’s Webtoon” “Bravo, My Life” -Actors- Jung SoMin - “Alchemy of Souls” Lee JongSuk - “Big Mouth” Lee JaeWook - “Alchemy of Souls” Go YoonJung - “Alchemy of Souls” Girls’ Generation’s Yoona - “Big Mouth” Girls’ Generation’s Yuri - “Good Job” Jung IlWoo - “Good Job” Cha YeRyun - “Mask of Gold” Jo JaeYoon - “Alchemy of Souls” Nam SangJi - “Bravo, My Life” 3rd Week of August (Released on August 25th) “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” “Big Mouth” “Alchemy of Souls” “It’s Beautiful Now” “The Good Detective 2” “Today’s Webtoon” “Mask of Gold” “Poong, The Joseon Psychiatrist” “Café Minamdang” “Bravo, My Life” -Actors- Park EunBin - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Kang TaeOh - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Lee JongSuk - “Big Mouth” Jin Kyung - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Kang KiYoung - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Jung SoMin - “Alchemy of Souls” Ha YoonKyung - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Joo JongHyeok - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Girls’ Generation’s Yoona - “Big Mouth” Lee JaeWook - “Alchemy of Souls” 2nd Week of August (Released on August 18th) “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” “Big Mouth” “Alchemy of Souls” “It’s Beautiful Now” “Mask of Gold” “The Good Detective 2” “New Recruit” “If You Wish Upon Me” “Today’s Webtoon” “Poong, The Joseon Psychiatrist” -Actors- Kang TaeOh - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Park EunBin - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Kang KiYoung - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Lee JongSuk - “Big Mouth” Ha YoonKyung - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Yoona - “Big Mouth” Joo JongHyeok - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Joo HyunYoung - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Ji ChangWook - “If You Wish Upon Me” Cha YeRyun - “Mask of Gold” 1st Week of August (Released on August 11th) “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” “Big Mouth” “Alchemy of Souls” “Today’s Webtoon” “Poong, The Joseon Psychiatrist” “Mask of Gold” “It’s Beautiful Now” “The Good Detective 2” “Jinx at First” “Adamas” -Actors- Kang TaeOh - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Park EunBin - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Lee JongSuk - “Big Mouth” Kang KiYoung - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Lee JaeWook - “Alchemy of Souls” Jung SoMin - “Alchemy of Souls” Yoona - “Big Mouth” Joo JongHyeok - “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Yeon MinJi - “Mask of Gold” Kim SeJeong - “Today’s Webtoon” 10 Most Talked About Actors & Dramas On July 2022 KDRAMA STORIES|Aug 12, 2022 10 Most Talked About Actors & Dramas On June 2022 KDRAMA STORIES|Jul 13, 2022 10 Most Talked About Actors & Dramas On May 2022 KDRAMA STORIES|Jun 8, 2022 10 Most Talked About Actors & Dramas On April 2022 KDRAMA STORIES|May 10, 2022 10 Most Talked About Actors & Dramas On March 2022 KDRAMA STORIES|Apr 12, 2022 10 Most Talked About Actors & Dramas On February 2022 KDRAMA STORIES|Mar 8, 2022

There are many YG models who are now successful actors such as Lee JongSuk, Nam JooHyuk, Lee SooHyuk, Jang KiYong, Lee SungKyung, and more. Some K-Drama fans might not know that these actors started out as models for YG. So, we’ve compiled a list of rookie and rising actors who are also YG models that you should look out for in upcoming web dramas and K-Dramas! Note: This list is in random order....

It is always nice to watch a drama with a fresh twist. So, check out these 17 never-seen female jobs that we’d like to see taken on by a female lead in a K-Drama. Note: This list is not a ranking and is in no particular order. The images and videos used in the article are also only for reference. Some of the jobs mentioned have also been touched on in certain dramas, but have not been seen done by a lead role yet....

The Korean Music Awards kicked off on a high note to celebrate the achievements of Korea’s musical stars and multiple awards were handed out at the ceremony on Mar.1. Some of the biggest names in the industry also took home trophies of honor. Here are some of the award winners in 2022! Best Of The Year Awards Artist of the Year BTS Song of the Year aespa - ‘Next Level’ Album of the Year Lang Lee - “There is a Wolf” Rookie of the Year aespa Best Awards Best K-Pop Song aespa - ‘Next Level’ Best K-Pop Album ChungHa - “Querencia” Best Pop Song AKMU - ‘NAKKA’ with IU Best Pop Album IU - “LILAC” Best R&B and Soul Song SUMIN & Slom - ‘THE GONLAN SONG’ Best R&B and Soul Album THAMA - “DON’T DIE COLORS” Best Rap and Hip-Hop Song CHANGMO - ‘TAIJI’ Best Rap and Hip-Hop Album Choi LB - “Independent Music” Artists such as aespa and IU took away more than one prize at the Korean Music Awards and BTS was dubbed artist of the year....

With some of the hottest names in the industry invited to the ceremony, the 2022 K-Global Heart Dream Awards kicked off on a high note to celebrate the top-notch talent and achievements. Multiple awards were handed out at the ceremony on Aug. 25th. Let’s take a look at who took home the trophies. Here are all of the award winners of 2022! K-Global Heart Dream Bonsang IVE ITZY TXT THE BOYZ Kang Daniel NCT DREAM OH MY GIRL Heize PSY K-Global Awards K-Global Hip-Hop Award Be’O K-Global Crossover Award Forestella K-Global Hot Star Award AB6IX PENTAGON VIVIZ K-Global Rising Star Award TNX BLITZERS AleXa K-Global Best Music Award TXT ITZY K-Global Vocal Award Lee MuJin YuJu K-Global Super Rookie LE SSERAFIM Kep1er IVE K-Global Best Performance Award fromis_9 OH MY GIRL THE BOYZ K-Global Best Artist NCT DREAM K-Global Producer Award PSY K-Global Press Artist Award PSY K-Global Songwriter Award 알고보니 혼수상태 (Read as Al-go-bo-ni Hon-su-sang-tae) K-Global Best OST Heize K-Global Best Music Video Award DREAMCATCHER Golden Child SF9 LE SSERAFIM Global Awards Global Favorite Female Solo Popularity Award IU Global Favorite Male Solo Popularity Award Kang Daniel Global Choeadol Girl Group Popularity Award TWICE Global Choeadol Boy Group Popularity Award BTS Global Favorite Idol Fandom Donation Award Kang Daniel Global Trot Award Lim YoungWoong Congratulations to all of the winners!...

If you would like to know more about the HYBE girl group that Kim MinJu was speculated to be a part of, read this article. Her goal to focus on acting has made us curious about the kind of roles she could take on. Here are 3 roles we would like to see Kim MinJu act in. 1. In a school or university setting Kim MinJu looks amazing in school uniform....

They will be making a comeback soon with their 3rd mini-album “Re-Original” on May 25 at 6 PM KST. Many fans are looking forward to their highly-awaited return. So, we’ve compiled a list of 3 reasons why BVNDIT should be on your list of girl groups to stan, if they are not already. 1. Fresh musical sound and unique tone The group often gets praised for their vocal performances and vocal power, especially because they have created their own unique sound....

Some of the questions included questions about pop culture such as whether she would choose Voldemort from “Harry Potter”, The Joker from “The Dark Knight”, or Thanos from the Marvel films as a roommate. She chose Thanos because she wants to have a deep discussion with him about the statement he made saying that half of humanity needs to be extinguished. Another pop culture question that she was asked was which Hogwarts house she thinks that she belongs to....

K-Dramas have often also shown many green-flagged male leads who make their partner feel safe and comfortable. But there is always something about the bad boys. K-Drama bad boys have a way to our hearts and we gush over them even if they are toxic! They may stress the female lead out, be stubborn and even betray her, yet we can’t help but fall when they show even a miniature size of kind gesture....

The tour is set to start in Seoul with a three-day concert schedule and dates in North America have been announced too! Many fans are curious about what the world tour will be like. We’ve got you covered with information about the tour and ticket details. Here are 4 reasons to look forward to TWICE’s 4th world tour in 2022. 1. Various cities and more to be announced TWICE announced that their world tour would start with 3 concert dates in Seoul at the Olympic Park KSPO Dome....

The first season starred Lee DongWook (aged 39) , Jo BoAh (30), and Kim Bum (32), telling the tale of a nine-tailed fox (gumiho) who settled down in the city and of the producer who chases after him. The second season is going to be set during the Japanese colonial era (1910-1945) and the third season will be set during the Joseon dynasty. The second season’s director has been confirmed as Kang ShinHyo and will have 16 episodes....

Some fans of the show might be curious about where these beautiful historical scenes have been filmed. So, we’ve compiled a list of the filming locations where “The King’s Affection” scenes were captured. 1. Yongin Dae Jang Geum Park Most of the drama was filmed at the Dae Jang Geum Park in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. Yongin city is in the province right next to Seoul. It is the largest historical drama set in Korea....

Rap has always been a vital feature for many K-Pop groups, it’s is exciting, different, fast-paced, and intriguing. K-Pop rappers are oftentimes regarded to be the key figures in most groups, they’re bold, fierce, captivating, and exude so much power that makes them look so attractive. This important skill can make or break any song, give it life or sudden death. Today, however many rappers are breaking out of the “rapper” tag are trying to express themselves more musically, following suit with the American music trend where many rappers like Pop Smoke, Juice Wrld, Drake, and Post Malone, rappers who have broken the mold and shown they can also hit a note or 3....

When mentioning vocals in K-Pop, there are some artists who simply cannot be left out. Kim SeJeong is one of those artists. She is known by the nickname ‘God SeJeong’ for a reason. Kim SeJeong has the Midas Touch when it comes to multiple talents. She turns any skill she touches into a golden part of herself. The same can be said for her vocals and resplendent voice. Today we’ll take a look at some of the vocal performances that reiterate Kim SeJeong’s status as a K-Pop goddess....

The cinematography of the drama is exceptional and some fans may be wondering about the drama’s beautiful filming locations. We’ve compiled a list of the filming locations where “Our Beloved Summer” was filmed. 1. Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Remember the scene where Woong and YeonSu went on a picnic but started fighting? It was filmed at the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress in Gyeonggi Province just outside of Seoul. The Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is actually a UNESCO Heritage site and was originally built to protect the city of Suwon during the Joseon Dynasty....

March 14th is women’s turn. March 14th is White Day in Korea and men will give gifts and candy to women to show their affection. This year many K-Pop boy groups took the time to wish their fans a happy White Day through special posts. Let’s take a look at 7 K-Pop boy groups who had their fans feeling extra special today. Note: This list is in random order and is not a ranking....

Whilst ear piercings are already common, many male K-Pop idols have been experimenting with facial piercings as accessories; wowing fans with the new spotlight it brings to their looks. Some of them have rocked eyebrow, anti-eyebrow, nose, and even lip piercings, to name a few. Here is a list of some male K-Pop idols who look good with facial piercings. Note: This list is in no particular order and is not a ranking....

If you are ever curious about which K-Pop idol is your ‘chingu’, check out the list below!

There are K-Pop fans across the globe who share the same passion. But on online platforms, it is hard to know about each other’s stories and K-Pop life. Even if we are in the same fandom, it is hard to get to know each other. So at Kpopmap, we started the Kpopmap Fan Interview Project to get to know more about K-Pop fans from different countries: more about their K-Pop life and tastes and to give them the opportunity to share with our readers about their favorite group(s) and bias....