5Sep
Binge-Worthy Black One of Netflix’s Best Drama Gems
If you love thriller crime dramas with hints of comedy, romance, and fantasy, then Black is one drama worth checking out immediately. If you are a fan of the US TV shows Person of Interest (2011-2016) or Ghost Whisperer (2005-2010), then Black is... Read More
3Sep
Unpopular Opinion: BitHit Should Focus on BTS’ Core Fans Instead of Global Fame
BTS are everywhere. From South Korea to Europe to the United States, it’s hard to go anywhere without running into an A.R.M.Y, BTS’ music, or their faces. Even in the United States, their songs and likeness are featured on products (most... Read More
31Aug
Crazy Rich Asians One of Many Films that Prove Diversity Can Work in Hollywood
Unless you’ve been sleeping under a rock, Hollywood lacks diversity. It’s rare when films featuring people of color make it past the Indie realm and into the mainstream world. In recent years, several films have made the push to challenge... Read More
29Aug
Flavorless Flavors of Youth Flatter Than a Crepe
Pretty animation cannot save everything… just ask the anthology film Flavors of Youth. The 74-minute anime film comprised of three stories is the product of a collaboration of Japanese studio CoMix Wave Films (the home of the smash-hit, Your Name)... Read More
29Aug
TROUBLE Channels Vintage Ayumi Hamasaki
2018 marks the 20th anniversary since Ayumi Hamasaki’s debut on the J-Pop scene. On August 15, Hamasaki released her seventh EP (her 18th studio album overall), TROUBLE. TROUBLE is her first release since 2016’s M(a)de in Japan as well as her... Read More
27Aug
What’s in Our Beauty Bag?
Sometimes, life sucks. However, one guaranteed way to feel better about some of life’s little problems is to get all dolled up or even just pamper ourselves and wash away the stressors of day. We at Kcrush love our beauty products, and we also... Read More
27Aug
[BREAKING] Bang Yongguk Leaves TS Entertainment
In news that is both a positive and a negative, B.A.P’s leader, Bang Yong Guk, has left TS Entertainment. Bang Yong Guk has been with TS Entertainment since August 12, 2011; his exclusive contract ended August 19, 2018. In a statement, TS... Read More
27Aug
KCRUSH Interview with Singer-songwriter, Alisha Jiyoung
*Could you briefly introduce yourself to our readers? (Please tell us a little about our early life/background, your career path and etc.) Hi, I’m Alisha. I was born in Virginia, but I moved to Seoul when I was little. I grew up living back... Read More
20Aug
Captivating Breadwinner a Story of Hope, Perseverance
In 2017, Cartoon Saloon released the stunning Breadwinner, a story about a young girl trying to survive in Taliban-ruled Kabul, Afghanistan. Based on the Deborah Ellis book of the same name, the Nora Twomey (The Secret of Kells) directed... Read More
20Aug
(G)I-dle’s “Hann” Shows Group is Here to Stay
On August 14, 2018, female rookie group, (G)I-dle released their second single, “Hann” (Alone). When the Cube Entertainment group debuted May 2, 2018 with the I Am EP and lead single “Latata,” (G)I-dle—made up of members Miyeon, Minnie,... Read More
13Aug
The Beauty Inside: A Lacking Film about an Old Cliché
The Beauty Inside: A Lacking Film about an Old Cliché In 2015, Yong Film and Next Entertainment World released The Beauty Inside, a film based on the 2012 book, Every Day. The plot follows Woo-Jin (played by multiple actors and actresses throughout... Read More
13Aug
Meet Kpop’s Best Absolute Perfect – B.A.P.
The recent America-based activities of Kpop giants BTS and GOT7 has catapulted Kpop into the limelight for mainstream American music fans, giving a taste of what South Korea has to offer. To that end, we take a look at another male Kpop group... Read More
6Aug
Relatable Club Friday Brings Relationships Front and Center
Often, many dramas featuring couples always end up with happily-ever-afters, so it is refreshing to encounter a drama where everything doesn’t end up rosy or where some relationships end up making the viewer angry over some of the choices people... Read More
30Jul
KCRUSH Interview with Korean Singer-Songwriter, Call Lee
Would you introduce yourself to our readers? Hello, KCRUSH America! This is Call Lee and I’m in love with R&B. Tell us about your current interests and hobbies. I’m very much immersed with ASMR these days. Because I suffer from... Read More
30Jul
The Great Seungri All Hype, Lacks Greatness
Rule number one: If you’re going to name your album “Great” anything, you better make sure it lives up to the name. BIGBANG’s Seungri, who’s had two solid EPs in V.V.I.P (2011) and Let’s Talk About Love (2013), made his recent solo... Read More
29Jul
Spectrum’s Kim Dong Yoon Passes Away
On July 27, 2018, Kim Dong Yoon, a member of the rookie group Spectrum passed away. His agency, WYNN Entertainment, confirmed the news. WYNN Entertainment released a statement on the group’s fancafe following media reports of Kim’s passing.... Read More
23Jul
Tragedy: Kazakh Figure Skater, Denis Ten, Murdered
Denis Ten performs “The Greatest Showman” during his Denis and Friends show in June 2018. Photo provided by @akk_Tang on Twitter. Thank you for allowing us to us to use your photo. Almaty, Kazakhstan: On Tuesday July 19, 2018, Olympic... Read More
23Jul
KCrush Interview with budding Singer-songwriter, Carmine
Would you please introduce yourself to our readers? Hello, I’m Carmine. I am a rapper, singer and songwriter. I started using the name, “Carmine” when I released my first mix tape, OWN. Last year in 2017, I also released a single which... Read More
18Jul
Who Said What Wednesday
Red house – 긴 밤 (Endless night) MV English Subbed This Wednesday only series will provide English subtitles on select videos. We hope you will enjoy.... Read More
16Jul
Top 5 Choreographers in S. Korea
South Korea, widely known and respected for its huge beauty and cosmetic brands has gradually entered the entertainment scene with the country’s styled music genre. With the increasing rise in Korean pop or K-pop, it comes as no surprise that a... Read More
11Jul
