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Park Jin-hai

Korea Times K-Culture Reporter

Park Jin-hai primarily focuses on K-dramas, entertainment shows and actor interviews. Beyond that, she also pens articles covering the broader arts scene, with a particular emphasis on classical music, dance and various aspects of lifestyle. Since joining The Korea Times in 2013, she has made significant contributions in the realms of hallyu (Korean wave), industry news and international affairs.

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Crayon Pop's new video appears on Billboard

K-pop girl group Crayon Pop grace the Billboard website, where the group earned a favorable review for the video of its new song and their choreography.By Park Jin-haiCrayon Pop’s new video “Uh-ee” has graced Billboard’s main page. In its article, posted on March 31, pop magazine Billboard said the K-pop girl group has unleashed “mind-bogging, non-stop dance routine” in the video. “Crayon Pop truly shines in the accompanying music video, performing a routine one could liken more to aerobics than a pop performance,” it said. It said that their viral choreography made them become the tour mate of Lady Gaga, introducing the characteristics of their song, choreography as well as dress code. “On the verses, the girls dole out karate kicks, silly faces and other whimsical choreography for the cameras,” the article said. The report goes on to mention the dance moves where the girls flap their arms like chickens, jumping while holding an “ankle and super-slick footwork on the section’s final hook.”The new song is a

Apr 2, 2014By Park Jin-hai
Crayon Pop's new video appears on Billboard
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As colorful as candy store

Sex toys and edible underwear are on display at an adult toy shop in Seodaemun-gu, northwestern Seoul. The owner said customers range from those in their 20s to 80s. / Korea Times fileAdult shops evolve from seedy to fun placeBy Park Jin-hai, Kwon Ji-youn, Yoon Sung-wonTwo female customers walk arm in arm, reading the instructions on the back of each item displayed inside a small adult shop that resembles a candy store.“After I visited the store out of curiosity last year, I became a patron,” said Kim Su-jin, one of the pair, holding up a pair of edible underwear at the condom specialty store “Condomania,” located near Hongik University in western Seoul. “I have seen it here when passing by. Since the edifice looks like a candy store, I felt less hesitant to go in,” Kim, the 35-year-old housewife, said. What she usually buys are flavored condoms that come in all kinds of shapes. “Sometimes I come here with my husband when we feel that we need something to spice up our love life,” she added.Minutes later, a couple entered the store.

Apr 1, 2014By Park Jin-hai
As colorful as candy store
Shows & Dramas

Park Hae-jin to launch brand in China

By Park Jin-haiActor Park Hae-jin holds a promotional event for the launching of his brand in Beijing, Friday./ Courtesy of WM EntertainmentActor Park Hae-jin has launched a fashion brand under his own name in China, in collaboration with local designer Mark Cheung. At a promotional event for the launching of the brand in Beijing Friday, the 30-year-old former model-turned-actor showcased sportswear and sneakers he designed. Some 200 local media outlets were present, reflecting his soaring popularity there. Currently in China, the clothing the actor of “My Love From the Star” wore during the drama ― from long coat and turtle neck to limited edition sneakers ― has flown off the shelves, according to his agency WM Entertainment. The items worn by other stars such as actresses Jun Ji-hyun and Kim Soo-hyun are also popular overseas, but Park is the first to launch a brand. “I will design reflecting the market needs as well as incorporating what is trendy in the design,” said Park. “Personally I think the best style is one that people find comfortab

Mar 31, 2014By Park Jin-hai
Park Hae-jin to launch brand in China
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GD, CL featured song ranks 4th on U.S. Billboard

By Park Jin-haiAmerican DJ Skrillex’s new album “Recess” that featured K-pop artists landed the fourth spot on the U.S. Billboard 200 Chart.As the dubstep maestro’s new album has enjoyed popularity, the two K-pop artists 2NE1’s CL and Big Bang’s G-Dragon are expected to share the lime light. They collaborated in the English-language song “Dirty Vibe,” where the two worked with other YG producers as well as Diplo and Baaurer. The two K-pop stars are known to have engaged in a series of collaborations with other artists. The producing duo Diplo and Baaurer had previously produced the G-Dragon’s title track of his 2nd EP “Coup D’Etat,” which hit the Billboard 200 last summer.    Meanwhile 2NE1’s newest album "Crush,” the girl group’s second studio album, ranked 61st on the Billboard 200, breaking records for K-pop albums in America. 

Mar 30, 2014By Park Jin-hai
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'Growl' producer talks about K-pop in U.S.

Shin Hyuk, founder and CEO of Joombas Music Group, is renowned forEXO’s “Growl” written by his team of producers in the U.S./ Courtesy of Shin Hyuk Shin connecting Western musicians, Korean artists By Park Jin-haiEXO, SHINee, Girls Generation, f(x), VIXX, Teen Top and Justin Bieber. Looking at the profile of Shin Hyuk, 28, founder and CEO of Joombas Music Group, one might wonder how this young producer could make his musical mark both in Korea and the U.S. in less than 10 years. Best known for EXO's "Growl" ― a blend of rap, R&B melody and pop hooks ― written by his team of producers, the Korean producer has much credit for the boy band to gain international fame. The Billboard referred “Growl” as the crown jewel and it sold over a million copies in 2013 alone. His other hits include SHINee's "Dream Girl" and Teen Top's "Supa Love." "When I produce K-pop, I don’t only focus on the music," he said. "I consider the possibilities of the artist’s choreography and visual concepts. Also, I

Mar 30, 2014By Park Jin-hai
'Growl' producer talks about K-pop in U.S.
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TVXQ meets fans on train ride

TVXQ meets fans in a special train trip on Monday.By Park Jin-haiThe K-pop duo TVXQ held a special on-train fan meeting, marking its 10th anniversary of debut Monday.During the one-day event, organized jointly by KORAIL and Synnara Media, some 180 lucky winners, out of more than 10,000 people who entered the event online, left for Goseong, South Jeolla Province. Reflecting TVXQ’s global popularity, fans from Japan, China, Thailand and Singapore participated the event.The interior of the “TVXQ Train” was adorned with pictures of Youknow Yunho and Max Changmin. On the train the duo visited each carriage and made on-train announcements. The duo will begin a Japan tour starting in Yokohama on April 22.  

Mar 25, 2014By Park Jin-hai
TVXQ meets fans on train ride
Shows & Dramas

Kim's 'Super Brain' posts high ratings

The popularity of actor Kim Soo-hyun, who starred the “My Love From the Star,” apparently knows no bounds. The Jiangsu Satellite TV’s entertainment show “Super Brain” that Kim taped earlier in the month, aired Friday and garnered a record high viewership rating among all programs so far this year.  The episode ranked 2.65 percent viewership in 48 cities, pushing Hunan TV’s rival program “I am a Singer 2” into second place.   Top Chinese stars Jay Chou, Zhang Ziyi and Matilda Tao have already been guests on the popular show. Kim is currently on a tour of 9 cities and 7 Asian countries to meet his fans.  Major dailies have competed to report on every move of the new “hallyu” star, with some Taiwanese press reporting it live from his entry into the country.   The Chinese satellite TV station reportedly spent 1 billion won for Lim’s one-off appearance on the program.  

Mar 25, 2014By Park Jin-hai
Shows & Dramas

Designer spreading K-style gospel

Designer Jung Du-young, 39, creative director of the Korean brand VanHart di Albazar / Korea Times photo by Park Jin-haiBy Park Jin-haiDuring the 2014 Seoul Fashion Week, one of the most notable trends was the diversity in men’s wear. Among the designers, who showcased their street, military and classic inspired collections, what stole the limelight on the opening day were Jung Du-young's creations.  To back ground music that mixed elevating piano sounds and electro house music, the 39-year-old creative director of VanHart di Albazar showcased some 40 pieces, inspired by surrealist Italian painter Giorgio de Chirico. He smartly incorporated the virtuoso's coloring and unbalanced composition in his tailored jackets, suits and coats. The black and grey suits had been pointed with blue, green brown, yellow and red color variations, with tailored layering.      "What is important is a designer's reinterpretation ability," Jung said during an interview with The Korea Times prior to the show at the brand's showroom in Gongdeok, centra

Mar 25, 2014By Park Jin-hai
Designer spreading K-style gospel
Shows & Dramas

Models rushing to small screen

Kim Woo-binTalent agencies tapping into models for next Kim Woo-bin, Lee Jong-sukLee Jong-suk Sung JunBy Park Jin-haiSeoul Fashion Week, which opened Friday, is the most coveted event not only for the fashion industry but also talent agencies looking for the next Kim Woo-bin and Lee Jong-suk, the successful models-turned actors.Although it is nothing new for models to break onto the small and big screens, for the last couple of years an increasing number is coming to prominence in TV dramas and films. They include Kim Woo-bin, Lee Jong-suk, Sung Jun and Ahn Jae-hyeon.Their slim physiques and fashion sense are helping them lead a new trend in the entertainment business.“Some 10 years ago, for male actors, 170 to 175 centimeters were considered ideal, since it fits within the camera angle nicely. That has changed. Now it seems like the taller you are, the more chances you have to land a leading role,” said an entertainment business insider."There was a time we saw a lot of K-pop singers-turned actors/actresses on the screen. In terms of business, the images those stars

Mar 21, 2014By Park Jin-hai
Models rushing to small screen
Shows & Dramas

K.will to perform with McKnight

K.will Korean R&B singer-songwriter K.will will hold a joint concert with American pop star Brian McKnight in May.Two singers will perform together on May 11 at the Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium, according to its organizer EWW. “The two will hold the separate performances followed by duet performance,” the agency said.Ticket sales will begin on March 24. McKnight is a world-famous R&B artist who has sold more than 20 million albums. He has previously performed with Big Bang’s Taeyang, Lim Jeong-hee, and Kim Bum-soo. Last year, he released a new album “More Than Words.”

Mar 21, 2014By Park Jin-hai
K.will to perform with McKnight
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