Here is Part 3 of my English translation of Jo Hyun Jae‘s interview which appeared on the Japanese book on Korean dramas called “Korean TV Dramas” (No. 66), released in Japan this month. My translation is not verbatim. Many, many thanks to Japanese fan Hiromi. Aside from sharing with me the Japanese transcript, she also … Continue reading
Editor: This post was originally published on November 12, 2013. I updated the post to include the English translation of Jeongeupsa that was used in the drama. . The main theme song of “King’s Daughter, Soo Baek Hyang” (KDSBH) is titled Jeongeupsa (정읍사) or Song of Jeongeup. This is Chae Hwa’s song for Jung (later King … Continue reading
FRAGILE Sting If blood will flow when flesh and steel are one drying in the color of the evening sun tomorrow’s rain will wash the stains away. But something in our minds will always stay. Perhaps this final act was meant to clinch a lifetime’s argument – that nothing comes from violence and nothing ever … Continue reading
HAIL TO THE KING Shannon Wexelberg Bright morning star, king of our heart Reign in our hearts, ride on our praise You are crowned in majesty. Waken us now, set us ablaze. Let your kingdom come. Let your name be raised. Hear the song of your people, be exalted as we sing, Hail to the king! Hail to the new king! Let praise … Continue reading
Seolnan leaves the palace, the King dies, and Crown Prince Myeong Nong ascends the throne… end of episode. LOL Jo Hyun Jae scenes: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=450551818411171 . HIGHLIGHT 1 After the feast for Crown Prince Myeong Nong’s war victory, Seolnan leaves the capital again together with Seolhee. She says goodbye to the King, but doesn’t let the … Continue reading
Our Jo Hyun Jae will be winning over new hearts in Japan come July as his latest drama, “King’s Daughter, Soo Baek Hyang,” begins its first broadcast in that country on July 4. The drama will air afternoons, Monday to Friday, via KNTV. Of course, JHJ’s Japanese fans have already watched KDSBH while it was airing … Continue reading
This post was originally published on March 16, 2014 while the drama is still airing. I just posted it again because I love how Jo Hyun Jae looks in the photos. Haha! Here are additional BTS photos from “King’s Daughter.” I hope this is not the last batch of BTS photos they will release. … Continue reading
HUMAN Nightcore version I can hold my breath. I can bite my tongue. I can stay awake for days, if that’s what you want. Be your number one. I can fake a smile. I can force a laugh. I can dance and play the part, if that’s what you ask. Give you all I am. … Continue reading
Another great episode. So many things happened, but what I find amazing is that everything that occurred in this episode is relevant to the story. A warning for those who have not watched this episode yet – be ready with a box of tissue because Crown Prince Myeong Nong and the King will make you cry a lot … Continue reading
This episode is packed with revelations. We finally find out the identity of the man lying in a pool of blood in the prologue in episode 1, which will then lead to our Crown Prince Myeong Nong suspecting that he is not the real son of King Muryeong. The scenes inside the temple between Seolhee and Jinmu, and … Continue reading
Simply JO HYUN JAE 