2Feb
Boys Over Flowers
Boys Over Flowers is a 2009 Korean drama based on Japanese shōjo manga Hana Yori Dango, created by Yoko Kamio. It is also... Read More
1Feb
[UPDATE] Club Burning Sun Investigation Continues; YG Releases Statement
Reminder: The situation with this story is fluid and changes constantly. Kcrush America is trying to stay on top of the story as it develops. In addition to the sexual assault claims, Club Burning Sun, a club formerly owned by BIGBANG’s Seungri,... Read More
1Feb
Youthful, Winkle Free, Glowing Skin Thanks To K-Food
Ever heard the phrase ‘you are that which you eat’? Just as you watch the foods you intake for weight loss and health purposes, choosing a particular diet impacts your skin’s wellbeing. For most cultures, the nutritional value of... Read More
31Jan
Club Burning Sun Eclipsed by Drug, Sexual Assault Accusations, Police Cover-Ups
Trigger warning attached for those sensitive to issues of sexual assault. Club Burning Sun, a Seoul nightclub owned by BIGBANG’s Seungri, faces allegations that female patrons have been drugged and sexually assaulted by staffers. However, Burning... Read More
31Jan
“E-Raced?” Nissin Accused of “White-Washing” Naomi Osaka
Nissin, a company known for their ramen noodles, found themselves in hot water recently. The company recently pulled their “Hungry to Win” ad featuring anime versions of tennis stars Naomi Osaka and Kei Nishikori. The ad, which is based on the... Read More
31Jan
Naomi Osaka Becomes Japan’s First Tennis Number One, Sparks Debate
The Australian Open marked the dawn of a new tennis era this past weekend. Naomi Osaka, a 21-year-old who is of Haitian-Japanese descent, beat former world number one and two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova. Osaka’s win is her second Grand... Read More
31Jan
Seungri Resigns Amid Club Burning Sun Controversy
On January 29, 2019, it has been revealed the Big Bang’s Seungri has resigned from his director role at Club Burning Sun. In a KBS News 7 report, Seungri resigned from his directorship position prior the alleged sexual assault claims and patron... Read More
30Jan
History! Alysa Liu Becomes Youngest U.S Figure Skating National Champion
From January 18 to January 27, 2019, the 2019 U.S. Figure Skating Championships were held in Detroit, Michigan. From January 24-27, the senior competition was held with dazzling results and surprises. One of those surprises was 13-year-old Alysa... Read More
30Jan
Brown-Eyed Girls to Make Full Group Comeback
Mystic Entertainment announced that Brown-Eyed Girls (BEG) will be making their first full-group comeback during the first half of 2019. “It’s true that Brown Eyed Girls is preparing an album with the goal of making a comeback in the first half... Read More
30Jan
Spending time with 2PM in 2019
A photo of 2PM from their official twitter account @follow_2PM. From left: Taecyeon, Nichkun, Wooyoung, Junho, Chansung and Jun K. Brainchild of JYP 2PM was the brainchild of Park Jin Young, the superstar and founder of JYP Entertainment, one... Read More
28Jan
Lotte World or Everland Before Winter Ends
Are you planning to spend your remaining Winter vacation enjoying what Korea has to offer? Korean theme parks would still be a choice even during this chilly weather. If you are torn between spending your time either in Lotte World or Everland theme... Read More
25Jan
Simple Korean Pumpkin Rice Cake Recipe
The rice cake has a long history in Korean cuisine, which goes back thousands of years. We’ll be introducing a very simple and basic recipe for baking (actually, steaming) a Korean Pumpkin Rice Cake (호박떡: Hobaktteok) that is made of... Read More
24Jan
Nail Trends to Leave In 2018
Throughout 2018, we have experienced a boom in nail art trends, most of which gained popularity upon being embraced by K-pop idols. The New Year has brought with it exquisite nail art and designs thus demanding a change in its trend. Below are... Read More
23Jan
Korean Speed Skating World Rocked by Sexual Abuse Allegations
South Korea is one of the most dominate countries in the speed skating world. During the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, South Korea got to show their ice prowess by taking home seven speed skating medals, placing them fourth overall behind... Read More
21Jan
Seoul’s K-Pop Arena Set to Open in 2024
On Wednesday January 9, 2019, the Seoul city government announced plans for a K-Pop mecca that will be complete in 2024. “We plan to start the work to construct the concerts-only complex, Seoul Arena, in September next year on a... Read More
21Jan
Vietnam’s Golden Bridge a Sight to Behold
If traveling to Vietnam catches your fancy, one must-see attraction is also one of the country’s newest. Opened in June 2018, Golden Bridge (Cầu Vàng), which is located in the Bà Nà Hills in Da Nang, is a bridge that is 1,400m above... Read More
18Jan
KCrush Interview with Rapper and Songwriter Bang Yong-guk
As a Korean rapper, songwriter, and record producer, and former leader and main rapper of K-Pop group B.A.P, Bang Yong-guk has had a storied career, and he’s not even 30-years-old (born March 31, 1990)! In 2008, Yong-guk made his debut in... Read More
18Jan
Korean Shows Remade in the United States
Thanks to the Korean Wave crashing upon US shores, more people than ever are exposed to what Korean pop culture has to offer. From fashion to music, Hallyu has become more in-demand for Westerners, and not just for teens and 20-somethings. Now that... Read More
17Jan
Seven Korean Singers have Their University Degrees Canceled
Korea’s Ministry of Education announced on January 14, 2019 that seven Korean celebrities will have their university degrees canceled due to preferential treatment. Jang Hyunseung (formerly of BEAST), HIGHLIGHT’s (formerly BEAST) Gikwang,... Read More
17Jan
We Tried It: Homemade Egg-White Mask for Hair, Blackhead Removal
First, it should be noted that an egg-white mask is not Vegan-friendly. As suggested, the mask does involve using egg whites, so if you’re Vegan, stop reading the article. We promise to cover more Vegan-friendly options in the future. Full... Read More
17Jan
