Former BIGBANG's T.O.P. to address Korean media regarding his 'Squid Game Season 2' role

News - Jan 10, 2025

Former BIGBANG member T.O.P also known as Choi Seung Hyun will finally meet the Korean media to discuss his recent work, Squid Game Season 2.

Top 25 Japanese Actresses on MDL

Editorials - Dec 10, 2023

Which Japanese actresses are popular on MDL? Take a look at this list to admire their good looks and works. Spread the J-drama fun! Check if your favorite made the list!

From Zero to Hero: A Retrospective Guide to Yaguchi Shinobu

Editorials - Dec 21, 2020

Joe Shiren and Ebisuno92 revisit the feel-good vibes of Yaguchi Shinobu's movies.

Noodle Cart May: SNS Edition

News - Jun 9, 2020

Everything you need to know about what happened in the Asian Film and TV industry in May!

At the Noodle Cart: March 2020

Editorials - Mar 26, 2020

Japanese Celebrity News (not Gossip) for the month of March 2020.

SPOTLIGHT: Kitamura Takumi

Editorials - Jun 26, 2019

Dive in and learn more about rising star Kitamura Takumi, one of Japan's best young talents in the entertainment industry.

Last Friends: Why I HATE and LOVE it

Editorials - May 11, 2019

Have you seen the Japanese drama from 2008 entitled Last Friends? Let me tell why I HATE and LOVE it.

MDL Choice: Heisei Dramas and Movies

Editorials - May 10, 2019

The end of Heisei era was on 30th April and the beginning of Reiwa era just started, so here is a look back into the Heisei in terms of movies and dramas according to MDL.

2018 in Review - Drama Edition

Editorials - Dec 21, 2018

Here is an end of the year Asian Drama Review.

Asian Drama Tropes: The Kabedon

Editorials - Aug 6, 2018

A Japanese drama lover's look at our favorite tropes.

Summer 2018 Dramas Preview: What's Hot In Dramaland?

News - Jun 12, 2018

Check out the most anticipated summer dramas for this year! Which dramas are you looking forward to?

5 Original Dramas vs Their Remakes

Editorials - Aug 28, 2016

The age old question - which Asian drama is better? The remake or the original?

A Stalker's Guide to T.O.P.

Editorials - Apr 17, 2016

With sexy smoldering eyes and a deep smooth voice, who can say no to him when he starts to talk.

Currently Watching: The Secret Message

Recaps - Jan 26, 2016

A quick review on "The Secret Message" featuring TOP (Big Bang).

Best of Japan 2015 Winners!!!

News - Jan 8, 2016

Here are the Best of Japan 2015 Winners!!!

Kim Soo Hyun to resume activities after a year-long hiatus

News - Jun 8, 2026

Kim Soo Hyun is gearing up to resume activities, following a career-shattering controversy involving Kim Sae Ron

Chinese Actor Jin Ze Passes Away at 33

News - Jun 6, 2026

Chinese actor Jin Ze has passed away at the age of 33, leaving fans and colleagues across the entertainment industry in mourning.

Kim Soo Hyun comeback possibility rises as court issues arrest warrant for Kim Se Ui

News - May 27, 2026

Kim Soo Hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, released an official statement following the South Korean police's statement, which stated that Kim Se Ui, the operator of the YouTube channel Garo Sero Research Institute (HoverLab), committed defamation against the