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Tatler Asia
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
9 fan-favourite K-drama opening credits you wouldn't want to skip
'Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha' Above (Video: Crazy Clips / YouTube) Fun, lighthearted and upbeat, the animation in the opening credits draws directly from scenes in the K-drama—accurate down to the costumes, characters and seaside locations. Viewers who didn't skip the intro were rewarded with cleverly embedded clues to upcoming episodes, and subtly introduced to the coastal town of Gongjin and its residents. More than just a charming prelude, it also perfectly captures the heart and spirit of the healing K-drama. Don't miss: Unforgettable chart-topping songs from K-drama OSTs—and why we still can't stop listening to them 'Vincenzo' Above (Video: 6관B열27번 / YouTube) Channelling Bond, James Bond, Vincenzo 's title sequence pays homage to classic 007 intros. Featuring sleek silhouettes, stylised animation, geometric patterns, weapon imagery and luxury iconography, it hints at Vincenzo's (Song Joong-ki) background and personality as well as the vibe the K-drama is going for—a blend of crime, sophistication and dark humour. It's an apt opening sequence for a series about an Italian consigliere on a quest for revenge. See also: 6 K-dramas that master the art of payback 'Tastefully Yours' Above (Video: Best x Intro / YouTube) The very first shot of the opening credits leaves no doubt that this is a food drama. Charming and whimsical, the animated sequence blends 2D and 3D elements, immediately introduces viewers to the characters and dishes out the show's basic premise. The enemies-to-lovers plot? Check. The friendship and camaraderie? Check. The struggles and triumphs? Check. The yummy dishes? Check. See also: All the reasons why you need to watch the latest K-drama 'Tastefully Yours' 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' Above (Video: Best x Intro / YouTube) The sepia-tinged opening sequence, paired with a nostalgic title track, is a dead giveaway that the drama will take viewers on a trip to the past. Imagery scattered throughout—peas, a ship, a toppled candy jar, a paper plane—all serve as meaningful touchpoints that fans will immediately recognise, echoing key moments in the story. Meanwhile, Ae-sun (IU) running through the entire sequence from beginning to end serves as an invitation to bear witness to her journey and life. Don't miss: 7 hidden details in 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' that fans spotted—but you might have missed 'Our Beloved Summer' Above (Video: Best x Intro / YouTube) Evoking the fleeting magic of first love and the golden haze of youth, the opening credits of Our Beloved Summer are both wistful and warm. Art elements directly link to Choi Ung's (Choi Woo-shik) background as a successful illustrator and artist, while Polaroid photos of characters and scenes from the K-drama inspire nostalgia and a longing for carefree days and the innocence of the past. 'Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' Above (Video: (Best x Intro / YouTube) The edgy title track, rapid transitions, dynamic animated movements and sharp visual cues all contribute to a heightened sense of urgency—perfectly capturing the intensity and high-stakes nature of a K-drama centred on emergency trauma care. The pace is relentless with an animated version of Baek Kang-Hyuk (Ju Ji-hoon) racing across the screen, setting the tone for the fast-moving, adrenaline-charged story that follows. Don't miss: 19 K-drama doctors who stole the show (and saved lives) 'The Uncanny Counter' Above (Video: Vincenzo's Corn Salad / YouTube) The K-drama's opening sequence leans into illustrated visuals, a clear nod to its webtoon roots and a playful homage to the original source material. It also introduces the main characters, highlighting their distinct superpowers and teasing the high-octane action and offbeat energy that define the series. 'Little Women' Above (Video: Opening Kdrama / YouTube) The title sequence immediately sets the tone for the K-drama—moody, dark and twisted. Similar to Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha 's opening, eagle-eyed fans who choose not to skip the intro will recognise key elements and moments from the show's plot. The Oh sisters (Kim Go-eun, Nam Ji-hyun and Park Ji-hu) are introduced with glimpses of their personalities and narrative arcs.
Tatler Asia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
9 romantic K-dramas where the male lead fell in love first—and fell the hardest
Han Beom-woo from 'Tastefully Yours' Above Han Beom-woo (Kang Ha-neul) has mastered the art of yearning in the romantic comedy K-drama 'Tastefully Yours'. (Photo: screencap from 'Tastefully Yours', Netflix) He may be all business and have questionable motives in the beginning, but it doesn't take long for Han Beom-woo (Kang Ha-neul) to fall for Mo Yeon-joo (Go Min-si) in Tastefully Yours . In keeping with the enemies-to-romance trope, their playful bickering soon gives way to something more. The stolen glances, the lingering looks and an unexpected kiss reveal that, despite his efforts to stay detached, their incessant teasing has blossomed into a full-blown romance. Don't miss: All the reasons why you need to watch the latest K-drama 'Tastefully Yours' Gu Won from 'King the Land' Above Gu Won (Lee Jun-ho) can't help falling in love with Cheon Sa-rang (Yoona). (Photo: JTBC) The first encounter between Gu Won (Lee Jun-ho), heir to the King Group, and Cheon Sa-rang (Yoona), the ever-smiling star employee of King Hotel, is anything but romantic. In fact, it barely qualifies as cordial. He has a deep aversion to fake smiles, while she's made a career out of perfecting hers. But in true romantic K-drama fashion, her warmth and sincerity gradually chip away at his frosty exterior. Sa-rang doesn't just get under his skin—she becomes his sole reason for smiling. Kang Tae-moo from 'Business Proposal' Above In the K-drama 'Business Proposal', a fake blind date leads to romance. (Photo: SBS) When Shin Ha-ri (Kim Se-jeong) agrees to pose as her friend on a blind date, her only goal is to scare off a suitor. What she doesn't expect is to find herself face-to-face with her company's CEO, Kang Tae-moo (Ahn Hyo-seop). Even more shocking? He proposes marriage. It's all part of a ploy to get his matchmaking grandfather off his back—but as their ruse unfolds, it's Tae-moo who falls first, and hardest, for the intriguing, unpredictable woman who crashes into his carefully ordered world in the romantic K-drama sleeper hit Business Proposal . Yang Gwan-sik from ''When Life Gives You Tangerines' Above There's no doubt that Gwan-sik (Park Bo-gum) fell first and fell harder. (Photo: IMDb) Yang Gwan-sik (Park Bo-gum) has been in love with Oh Ae-sun (IU) ever since they were kids. From making sure she gets her fair share of fish at every meal to swimming an ocean to be with her, he has devoted himself to Ae-sun's comfort and happiness. Though his love initially seemed unrequited, even met with disdain, his quiet devotion, steady presence and unwavering love ultimately soften Ae-sun's resolve and win her heart. Don't miss: Fact meets fiction: 10 K-dramas inspired by true events Paik Sae-on from 'When the Phone Rings' Above The dramatic reveal that he not only fell hard but that he also fell first had fans swooning. (Photo: MBC) Paik Sae-on (Yoo Yeon-seok) may appear cold and unfeeling—especially to his wife, Chae Soo-bin (Hong Hee-joo)—but viewers soon discover there's far more beneath his icy exterior. Not only did he orchestrate their arranged marriage to save her from an unfortunate fate, but he's also been in love with her since childhood. A touching flashback reveals that he fell first, and hard, carrying a silent, unwavering affection for years. His love may have been hidden behind a stoic mask, but it was always steadfast and deeply sincere. Jung Hyi-yun from 'Happiness' Above Jung Hyi-yun (Park Hyung-sik) goes from childhood friend to husband to love of Yoon Sae-beom's (Han Hyo-joo) life. (Photo: tvN) Jung Hyi-yun (Park Hyung-sik) has been quietly carrying a torch for Yoon Sae-beom (Han Hyo-joo) since high school. Failing to return his affections, Hyi-yun is content just to be in her life, even if it's as a friend. When she proposes an arranged marriage as a means to secure an apartment, he agrees without hesitation. It's only when their lives are upended by a zombie outbreak that Sae-beom begins to truly understand the depth of his feelings—and just how much he means to her, too. Han Sun-woo from 'Soundtrack #1' Above Yoon Sae-beom (Han Hyo-joo) makes his way out of the friend zone. (Photo: IMDb) Yoon Sae-beom (Han Hyo-joo) may see Jung Hyi-yun (Park Hyung-sik) as just a friend, but he's been in love with her since their high school days. Afraid of making things awkward and losing her altogether, he chooses to keep his feelings to himself. Later, audiences learn that although he fell first—and fell harder—she, too, had developed feelings beyond friendship. Missed opportunities and unspoken words kept them apart, making their slow-burning romantic K-drama all the more bittersweet. Lee Su-ho from 'True Beauty' Above Lee Su-ho (Cha Eun-woo) loved Im Ju-gyeong (Moon Ga-young) pre glow-up. (Photo: tvN) After being bullied relentlessly for her looks, Im Ju-gyeong (Moon Ga-young) reinvents herself with the help of makeup and becomes the top beauty at her new school. When she runs into school heartthrob Lee Su-ho (Cha Eun-woo) sans makeup, she's afraid he'll expose who she really is. What she doesn't expect is that he'd fall for the real her. But a quick flashback to their past shows how Su-ho was intrigued by and drawn to her way before her glow-up, connected by a shared love for manga and a deep understanding of loneliness.
Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Tastefully Yours' Go Min Si's underage drinking revisited amid school bullying and money extortion allegations
On May 26, a post made in an online forum accused actress Go xx of school bullying. Many fans then speculated that it referred to Go Min Si. To avoid a hate train, her agency quickly issued a statement, dismissing the claims as unfounded. But controversies do not die down so soon, right? Now her underage drinking details are being revisited, in an attempt to support the accuser's claims of the actress' questionable life choices in the past. Go Min Si's underage drinking incident at 17 resurfaced right when she's already under heavy scrutiny for school bullying and money extortion accusations. It made for a strong case for the Tastefully Yours' stars' being deemed a thoughtless brat. Even after her agency, Mystic Story, probed legal action against the people trying to malign her through spread of 'groundless' information 'lacking any factual basis', it didn't stop them from posting negative comments about her. Check out netizens' reaction to Go Min Si's underage drinking controversy The underage drinking issue first came to light during the time when Go Min Si wasn't as well-known as she is now, hence, the matter ended with an apology from her. With its resurfacing, netizens took to online discussion portal theqoo to express their shock at the incident being "passed quietly." Many said they had no idea of the actress having such a past until now. Some even said, "That's not normal for a 17 year old." Others thought the photos suggested she wasn't a first-time underage drinker, but rather someone who had done it habitually. They felt it wouldn't be surprising for someone to bully others, who indulged in alcoholism at 17. One of the comments also alleged that her popular drama, Youth of May, also starring Lee Do Hyun, helped her "clean up her image" following the drinking controversy. Go Min Si is currently appearing in Netflix's culinary romance drama Tastefully Yours, which has been showing an upward rating trend. It is even the fourth-most buzzworthy drama of the week. However, with her past controversies being dug up, it may potentially negatively impact her series' popularity.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Tastefully Yours' star Go Min Si in hot water over school bullying accusations
Go Min Si was riding high on the success of Tastefully Yours when school bullying claims arose, casting a shadow over her promising career. Once hailed as a breakout star in the romantic comedy genre, the K-drama actor is now facing increased scrutiny just as she is gaining traction. The Genie TV original drama marks a watershed moment for the actress. Her portrayal of Mo Yeon Joo, a fine-dining chef following her culinary dreams in Jeonju, received high appreciation for its emotional depth and authenticity. The series was a global success, topping Netflix charts in 17 countries and reaching the platform's Global Top 10 for non-English shows. Go Min Si in hot water In fact, much of Tastefully Yours' appeal was attributed to Go Min Si's outstanding performance and chemistry with co-star Kang Ha Neul. However, all the praises and celebrations were cut short on May 26 when a lengthy post surfaced in an online forum accusing her of school bullying during her middle school years. The claims included extortion, verbal abuse, social exclusion of classmates, especially those with disabilities, and a lack of accountability in the years since. The post also called her out for pursuing her career without addressing the alleged accusations, alleging she dismissed them as "minor mistakes." Go Min Si's agency responds Her agency, Mystic Story, immediately responded, calling the allegations "completely baseless" and offering unwavering support for the actress. Nonetheless, the public reaction has been divided, with some calling for more explanation and others questioning the timing and nature of the charges. The debate comes at a particularly sensitive time. With her name now associated with critical and commercial success, Go Min Si's growing career could be destroyed. As the Korean industry pays close attention, how she and her agency handle the incident may determine whether her upward trajectory continues—or stalls under the weight of previous claims.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
All you need to know about Kang Ha Neul and Go Min Si's 'Tastefully Yours'
Prepare for a heartwarming and flavorful K-drama as ' Tastefully Yours ', starring the talented duo Kang Ha Neul and Go Min Si , is set to premiere. This slow-burn romance unfolds in the picturesque city of Jeonju, where the rich tapestry of food culture intertwines with an unexpected love story. Get ready for sizzling emotions, a passion for cuisine, and a dash of delightful rivalry. Release Date and Global Streaming Platform Mark your calendars for this week as 'Tastefully Yours' is set to premiere today, Monday, May 12, 2025, at 10 PM KST on the ENA channel in South Korea. For international viewers eager to indulge in this culinary romance , the series will be available for streaming globally on the OTT platform, Netflix bringing the flavors and emotions of Jeonju to audiences worldwide. The drama will follow a weekly release schedule, ensuring anticipation builds with each new episode. Setting the Scene: Jeonju, a City of Flavor and Tradition by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The backdrop for this enchanting drama is the historic and visually stunning city of Jeonju. Renowned throughout South Korea for its vibrant food culture and its captivating traditional charm, Jeonju serves as the perfect setting for a story where food is not just sustenance but a language of its own. Tastefully Yours beautifully captures the essence of this city, highlighting how the shared, albeit initially complicated, relationship with cooking brings two seemingly opposite individuals together. The Leads: A Clash of Culinary Philosophies Charismatic and charming Kang Ha Neul, will be leading the cast as he takes on the role of Han Beom Woo. Beom Woo is portrayed as the privileged and strategically-minded heir to a powerful food conglomerate. Driven by the ambition to expand his corporate empire, he embarks on a journey across South Korea with the aim of acquiring unique recipes, successful restaurants, and valuable culinary secrets. Despite his deep immersion in the food industry, Beom Woo possesses a surprisingly limited appreciation for the sensory pleasure of flavor. For him, food is primarily a commodity, a means to an end, and a tool for maximizing profit. The Premise: From Culinary Conflict to Budding Romance The central conflict arises when Beom Woo's quest for expansion leads him to Yeon Ju's humble restaurant. Seeing its potential, he sets his sights on acquiring it, envisioning it as the next lucrative franchise in his growing empire. However, he is met with staunch resistance from Yeon Ju, who is fiercely protective of her culinary sanctuary and determined to shield her kitchen from the cold, calculating world of corporate interference. What begins as an intense battle of wills, fueled by their vastly different perspectives on food and life, gradually evolves into something far more tender. Beneath their constant bickering and playful banter, a delicate and unexpected romance begins to simmer, promising a delightful journey for the audience. Supporting Cast and Creative Team Adding depth and vibrancy to the narrative is a strong supporting cast. Kim Shin Rok plays Jin Myeong Suk, a legendary noodle chef who acts as both a mentor figure and a source of lighthearted mischief. Yoo Soo Bin portrays Shin Chun Seung, the spirited and often dramatic village chief who has a knack for creating unexpected situations. Rounding out the ensemble are Hong Hwa Yeon and Bae Na Ra in supporting roles, with a special guest appearance by the beloved actor Yoo Yeon Seok also anticipated. The series is directed by Park Dan Hee, who previously co-directed the acclaimed school action series 'Weak Hero Class 1' and 'Weak Hero Class 2', as well as the time-slip fantasy drama Blue Birthday. The compelling script is penned by Jung Soo Yoon, a writer known for her ability to capture emotional realism in dramas such as 'Hope or Dope' and 'Ending Again'. With its meticulously crafted storyline, its focus on the evocative sensory experience of food, and its talented cast and crew, 'Tastefully Yours' promises to be more than just another romantic comedy . It is a carefully prepared drama about the nuances of taste – not just in food, but in people, and in the significant choices we make when love is on the menu.
