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The Human Condition (TV Series)
''The Human Condition'' () is a South Korean variety show that started airing on November 17, 2012, on KBS2. The show currently broadcasts on Saturday evenings at 11:15 p.m. UTC+09. It features 6 top Korean actors being followed by cameras 24/7, showing new sides to them through the program, as they participate in social experiments about timely issues in South Korean modern society. Plot "Living without Cellphones, Television and Internet" is the theme for the 4-episode pilot. Park Seong-ho, Kim Jun-ho, Jeong Tae-ho, Kim Jun-hyeon, Heo Kyung-hwan, and Yang Sang-guk are brought together in a dorm and tasked to live without their cellphones, television, and the internet for the next week. The cameras follow the 6 comedians closely to document their daily lives without the use of these modern conveniences. As they go through the experience they realize the impact of gadgets in the modern world. Season 1 Season 2 Season 3 Season 4 Cast Season 1 - male ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
KBS2
KBS 2TV is a South Korean free-to-air Free-to-air (FTA) services are television (TV) and radio services broadcast in unencrypted form, allowing any person with the appropriate receiving equipment to receive the signal and view or listen to the content without requiring a subscri ... television channel launched on 1 December 1980 and owned by Korean Broadcasting System. In contrast to KBS1, the channel specializes primarily in entertainment. History KBS2 was created as an effect of the Policy for Merger and Abolition of the Press. The Tongyang Broadcasting Company, set up by Samsung founder Lee Byung-chul, had its license revoked and its operations were absorbed into the Korean Broadcasting System. At the time of the decision, TBC was Korea's second largest radio and television company. On November 30, 1980, TBC made its final broadcast and the following day, KBS2 signed on in Seoul and Busan, where TBC had its television stations. Some of TBC's programs were con ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Super Junior
Super Junior (; stylized in all caps), also known as SJ or SuJu, is a South Korean boy band. The group is composed of Leeteuk, Heechul, Yesung, Shindong, Sungmin, Eunhyuk, Siwon, Donghae, Ryeowook, and Kyuhyun. Han Geng, Kibum, and Kangin were originally part of the group before departing in 2011, 2015 and 2019, respectively. The group was formed by the founder of SM Entertainment, Lee Soo-man in 2005 as a 12-piece group with rotational members but the concept was abandoned after the addition of Kyuhyun in 2006. They are also dubbed by the media as the "King of Hallyu Wave" due to their contributions in Korean Wave. Super Junior launched into international recognition following the release of their best-selling single " Sorry, Sorry" in 2009, the title song of their most critically successful album, '' Sorry, Sorry''. Over the years, they have been divided into smaller groups, simultaneously targeting different music industries and audiences. The members have also i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Myeong-su
Park Myung-soo (; born September 27, 1970) is a South Korean comedian, MC, singer, and songwriter who debuted on television in 1993, appearing on MBC. He co-hosted the top-rated comic variety programme ''Infinite Challenge'' and also hosted the ''Date at 2 o'clock'' radio show. He has released several music singles, including "Prince of the Sea", which was covered by LPG in 2007. Career Infinite Challenge On ''Infinite Challenge'', Park is "the second-in-command" (2인자), putting him below the host-in-chief Yoo Jae-suk, who is "the first-in-command" (1인자). This spawned a running gag in which he often jokes about overthrowing Yoo Jae-suk as leader and becoming "first-in-command" himself. He also called " Rice Insect" (벼멸구), a rival nickname for Yoo Jae-suk's famous "Grasshopper". He also claimed that his nickname should be "Big Star" (거성/巨星 ''Geoseong''). He sometimes tries to make use of his seniority by lecturing the other members on various matters, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Pink
Apink (; ) is a South Korean girl group formed by IST Entertainment, (formerly Play M Entertainment, A Cube Entertainment, and Plan A Entertainment) and managed by Choi Creative Lab as of April 2024. The group debuted on April 19, 2011, with the extended play (EP) ''Seven Springs of Apink.'' Apink currently consists of five members: Chorong, Bomi, Eunji, Namjoo, and Hayoung. Originally a septet, Yookyung left in 2013 to pursue her education and Naeun left to pursue her acting career in 2022. , the group is no longer listed on IST Entertainment's website. Since their debut, Apink has won awards at shows such as the Golden Disc Awards, the Seoul Music Awards and the Mnet Asian Music Awards. Their first music program win was on ''M Countdown'' on January 5, 2012, for "My My" from their second EP ''Snow Pink''. To date, Apink has released nine Korean EPs, five Korean studio albums, and three Japanese studio albums. History Pre-debut In February 2011, Play M Entertainment, A Cube E ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Eun-ji (television Personality)
Park Eun-ji (; born May 20, 1983) is a South Korean television personality, actress and former weather presenter. She was a cast member in the reality dating show Match Made In Heaven (2015) & game show '' The Genius: Rules of the Game''. (2013) She was also a weather presenter in the ''MBC Newsdesk''. Filmography Television *'' Children of the 20th Century'' (MBC, 2017) cameo *''Cinderella with Four Knights'' (tvN, 2016) *''Don't Dare to Dream'' (SBS, 2016) *''All About My Mom'' (KBS2, 2015) *''Love Cells 2'' (Naver TV Cast, 2015) *'' Plus Nine Boys'' (tvN, 2014) cameo *''Flower Grandpa Investigation Unit'' (tvN, 2014) *'' Potato Star 2013QR3'' (tvN, 2013) *''The Dramatic'' (MBC Every1, 2013) *''The Secret of Birth'' (SBS, 2013) *'' Standby'' (MBC, 2012) *'' Me Too, Flower!'' (MBC, 2011) cameo Film *'' Love Forecast'' (2015) Variety *2020: ''King of Mask Singer ''The King of Mask Singer'' () is a South Korean singing competition program presented by Kim Sung-joo, with int ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alex Chu
Alex Chu (born September 2, 1979), known sometimes as Alex () and born Chu Hun-gon (), is a Korean-Canadian singer and actor. He is the male vocalist of the South Korean electropop band Clazziquai. Biography Having immigrated to Canada with his family, Alex rose to fame upon returning to South Korea years later as part of the group Clazziquai. The group's popularity skyrocketed after featuring on the soundtrack of hit drama series '' My Lovely Samsoon''. In 2008, the group announced a temporary hiatus, and its members debuted as solo artists, including Alex. In 2009, Clazziquai returned with the release of Mucho Punk. Alex Chu became part of the MBC reality show '' We Got Married'' and was matched with Korean trot singer Jang Yoon-jeong in the Lunar Special episode, and actress/model Shin Ae for the rest of the series. The show also stars Crown J, Andy of Shinhwa, Seo In-young of Jewelry, Solbi of Typhoon, Saori and Jung Hyung-don. Alex and Shin Ae left the show ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yang Dong-geun
Yang Dong-geun (; born June 1, 1979), also known as YDG, is a South Korean actor and rapper. He started his career as a child actor, drawing attention for his roles in the television shows ''Seoul Ttukbaegi'' (1990) and ''Hyung'' (1991). He began releasing music as a rapper in 2001, establishing himself as a star of Korean hip-hop. Yang continued acting, gaining popularity for his roles in the television shows '' New Nonstop'' (2002) and '' Ruler of Your Own World'' (2002). He is best known outside of South Korea for playing Park Yong-sik in the second season of ''Squid Game'' (2024). Career His comeback project after being discharged from the military was the film '' Grand Prix'' with Kim Tae-hee. He was cast as male lead Lee Woo-suk after Lee Joon-gi had to pull out when the Military Manpower Administration declined his application to postpone enlistment for military service. On October 18 to November 23, 2008, he acted in the musical ''Mine'' with singer Kangta. The m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Apink
Apink (; ) is a South Korean girl group formed by IST Entertainment, (formerly Play M Entertainment, A Cube Entertainment, and Plan A Entertainment) and managed by Choi Creative Lab as of April 2024. The group debuted on April 19, 2011, with the extended play (EP) ''Seven Springs of Apink.'' Apink currently consists of five members: Park Cho-rong, Chorong, Yoon Bo-mi, Bomi, Jung Eun-ji, Eunji, Kim Nam-joo (singer), Namjoo, and Oh Ha-young, Hayoung. Originally a septet, Yookyung left in 2013 to pursue her education and Son Na-eun, Naeun left to pursue her acting career in 2022. , the group is no longer listed on IST Entertainment's website. Since their debut, Apink has won awards at shows such as the Golden Disc Awards, the Seoul Music Awards and the Mnet Asian Music Awards. Their first music program win was on ''M Countdown'' on January 5, 2012, for "My My" from their second EP ''Snow Pink''. To date, Apink has released nine Korean EPs, five Korean studio albums, and three Japanes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dynamic Duo (South Korean Duo)
Dynamic Duo (; often stylized as Dynamicduo) is a South Korean hip hop duo that consists of rappers Choiza and Gaeko. They rose to fame with their 2004 debut album, ''Taxi Driver'', which became the best-selling Korean hip hop album ever. They are signed to Amoeba Culture, a hip hop record label that they founded in 2006. History Choiza and Gaeko were friends since childhood and debuted in 1999 with the hip hop trio CB Mass. The group released three albums before breaking up in 2003 after it was discovered that CB Mass' third member was stealing money from the trio group. Dynamic Duo debuted the following year with the album, ''Taxi Driver''. It became the best-selling hip hop album in South Korea, with sales of 50,000 copies in the first month after its release. Their second album, 2005's ''Double Dynamite,'' won Best Hip Hop Album at the 2006 Korean Music Awards. After establishing hip hop record label Amoeba Culture in 2006, Dynamic Duo released their third album, ''Enligh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DickPunks
DickPunks (), also known as DPNS, is a rock band based in South Korea, consisting of four members. The band was formed in November 2006, without a guitarist because the keyboard player, Hyunwoo, wanted the band to be considered a piano-driven ensemble. Hyunwoo formed the band by recruiting his friends as members. The band has maintained the original line-up since its creation and is currently managed by the TNC Company. Though DickPunks was one of many bands in Hongdae, they were popular amongst their critics and often nicknamed "Hongdae Idol", despite not being such literally. Wanting to expand their fan base, DickPunks decided to participate in Superstar K4. They finished the competition in second place in November 2012. All of the band's members are credited with composing and producing their music. In addition to their live performances, they also perform a separate choreographed act entitled the ''DICKPUNKSHOW''. Members * Kim Tae-hyun (김태현) – Vocals * Kim Hyun ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Orange Caramel
Orange Caramel () was the first subgroup of South Korean girl group After School. The subgroup was formed in 2010 with the third generation After School members Nana, Raina, and Lizzy. With no formal announcement of disbandment made, as of September 2024, no members remain under the management of Pledis Entertainment. History 2010: Debut and two mini albums Orange Caramel debuted on June 16, 2010, with the single "Magic Girl". Their debut mini-album, ''The First Mini Album'' was released on June 21, 2010. The album was a commercial success, peaking at No. 2 on the Gaon Chart with the lead single "Magic Girl" peaking at No. 18. "Magic Girl" was a domestic hit and became famous for its choreography and outfits featuring large bows, with the song's concept proving popular as it was often parodied on variety shows throughout 2010. The mini-album was also released in Taiwan, where a Mandarin version of "The Day You Went Away", a cover from Cyndi Wang, originally by M2M, w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Sung-kwang
Park Sung-kwang (born August 15, 1981) is a comedian, film director, and rapper in the band . He currently performs in KBS's Gag Concert ''Gag Concert'' () is a South Korean sketch-comedy television show more commonly known as ''Gag Con'' (). It began airing on 4 September 1999 and aired its last episode on 26 June 2020, making it South Korea's longest-running comedy show. It st ..., where he made his entertainment debut as a comedian in 2007. He has owned a kimchi-business since 2011. He was previously signed under SNS Entertainment. He signed with SM C&C in 2018 and stayed with the agency until 2023. Education Park graduated from Dong-ah Broadcasting College (동아방송대학), majoring in Film Arts. Debut Park debuted on Gag Concert in the skit, 'Concentrate on Debate' (집중토론) as the objector, in 2007. His other known skits include "Park VS Park", where he was the MC, and "Bongsunga School 2008" as Professor Ma and Park Ji-sun's boyfriend. In 2011, he debut ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
