As you might have noticed, I haven't been posting much this December. I think I've exerted myself too much in November and am taking the time off to relax and enjoy company with the family. Which is why I decided not to blog or write a special post for the one year blog anniversery on December 16. I've been really enjoying my time off and cannot believe Christmas is day after tomorrow. To make up for my lack of existence on the blogosphere, I'll do a mega post for all my wonderful readers. This post is about the best of 2011 in the Korean Entertainment Industry.
2011 The Year of Scandal
In my short four years of being a fan of korean dramas and music, I had never seen so much drama in the Korean entertainment industry. All the scandals of 2011 more than made up those four years that were bereft of any serious gossip. I mean this year more than topped the DBSK scandal. Let's see, there was Kara's contract disputes, Han Ye Sul's breakdown on the sets of Spy Myung Wol. There was the tragic Daesung Car Accident and also Kang Ho Dong's fraudulent tax issue and his fall in the entertainment industry. GD was caught smoking dope! There was also the incident of an alleged sex tape of a famous Korean entertainer. But nothing, prepared us for the Lee Ji Ah bombshell when it was revealed that she was married to Seo Taji. I mean, come on that was shocking to everyone especially since she was romancing the gorgeous Jung Woo-Sung.
Therefore, the Queen of Scandal for 2011 is Lee Ji Ah!
2011 The Year of K-pop International Hysteria.
This is the year when K-pop got noticed by the West. There were the successful SM Town concerts in Paris and New York. Then, there were the United Cube Concert in London and Sao Paulo. Big Bang shocked everyone by winning the Best World Wide Act at MTV EMA. 2ne1 followed by winning MTV Iggy's Best new band and performing a concert in NY. SNSD released their English album and their new remix features Snoop Dog.
I can't pick a winner but will say 2ne1 and Will.I.AM collab might have a chance to breakthrough in USA.
2011 The Year of Sexy K-pop
Hyuna's Bubble Pop racked up over 20+ million views. Her collaboration with the adorable Hyunseng is a legit hit. Other k-pop group to bring sexy back were Brown Eyed Girls and Big Bang. Tasha and Tiger Jk aren't pop but they are sexy and confident.
Hyuna because she sells! Tasha and Tiger Jk because they smoulder.
2011 The Year of Celebrity Couple
Lots of famous celebrities revealed their relationships. Jun Hyung and Kara are a couple. Hyori Lee is dating a semi-famous dude. Sun Ye of Wonder Girls is dating a non celebrity. Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young are also dating.
My favourite couple are Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young because they are hawt! Let's just hope Korean celebrities continue to get support from fans and feel comfortable enough to reveal their relationships to the public.
2011 The Year of Japanese Expansion
Every year, Korean groups crossover to Japan in order to gain foothold in the world's second largest music industry. This year the sheer number of groups debuting in Japan was maddening. SuJu, 2ne1, SNSD, Shinee, After School, T-ara, MBLAQ all made their expansion to Japan this year. Some did well and some outright flopped.
SNSD because their Japanese songs were really good and their concept mature.
Overall, this was one of the most interesting year in the Korean Entertainment Industry. Let's just hope 2012 is just as fruitful.
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