Korean Dramas, Japanese Dramas, Globalised - Who Does It Best?

Editorials - Sep 4, 2021

Korean dramas going global through Netflix: Is there a cost? Japanese dramas have a much lower global profile: Is this good or bad?

Noodle Cart September 2020

News - Oct 16, 2020

Everything that happened in the month of September in Japanese Entertainment.

Noodle Cart August 2020

News - Sep 12, 2020

Everything you need to know about what happened in the Japanese Film and TV industry in August!

Noodle Cart July: Ramune Edition

News - Aug 12, 2020

Everything you need to know about what happened in the Japanese Film and TV industry in July!

Why You Should Try: Japanese Dramas!

Editorials - Jul 19, 2020

This is the 2nd part of my "Why you should try" series, where I'll be introducing all MDL countries with some help. ;)

Noodle Cart April: Mask edition

News - May 4, 2020

OldAnimeLady brings you the April news of Japanese entertainment!

At the Noodle Cart: March 2020

Editorials - Mar 26, 2020

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

An Ultra Fan Guide to Takashi Miike—Guns, Gore and Glitter

Editorials - Dec 21, 2019

Takashi Miike is known as one of Japan's most controversial directors with over 90 directing credits to his name. Journey with me through the many sides of Takashi Miike; from action-packed to gory horrors to children's favourites.

Soju's Top 10 So Good but So Bad Movies

Editorials - Oct 25, 2019

Ever come across a movie that made you wonder what your state of mind was like when you decided to actually give it a chance? Here is my Top 10 "What was I thinking? OMG, I can't stop watching this movie" movies.

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.

The Highest Rated Japanese Dramas of the Heisei Period

Editorials - Mar 17, 2019

Japan's Heisei period will end on April 30th, 2019. Let's look back on some of the highest rated dramas from the past 30 years!

Winter 2017 Japanese Dramas Preview

News - Jan 4, 2017

Check out what's hot or not in this Winter 2017 Japanese Drama Preview!

Borders: Crossing over to Jdramas

Editorials - May 7, 2016

Are you interested in Japanese dramas but don't know what to start with? MDL'er WhiteGold introduces you to the Jdrama fandom and some Jdramas that will blow your mind.

biniBningPunkista's Weekend Movie Recommendation 1.2

Editorials - Apr 1, 2016

Are you in for a different kind of weekend? Here are movie recommendations that would set you off into a world of taboo, sensuality and politics.

A Stalker's Guide to Kubozuka Yosuke

Editorials - Dec 7, 2015

Being famous for his eccentric, unique and weird choices of roles, this guy has climbed up to the top and became one of the most recognizable Japanese actors ever. And I'm gonna show you why he is one of the finest out there.

China tells C-dramas to end idolization of looks and apply Xi Jinping Thought on Culture

News - Apr 3, 2026

China urges TV dramas to reject idolization of appearance, focus on acting and story quality, and implement Xi Jinping Thought on Culture

Cha Eun Woo states he has 'paid all relevant taxes' in new Insta post

News - Apr 8, 2026

Cha Eun Woo has once again spoken out on his tax evasion controversy

Kim You Jung and 'Dear X' left out of Baeksang nominations

News - Apr 14, 2026

Kim You Jung and her drama 'Dear X' did not make it to the Baeksang nominations

Chinese netizens decode what went wrong with 'Princess Agents' sequel 'Rebirth'

Articles - Apr 13, 2026

Breakdown of the criticism surrounding 'Princess Agents' sequel 'Rebirth', and how Chinese netizens compare it unfavorably to the original drama

'Siren's Kiss': Wi Ha Joon says comments about him looking older don't bother him

Celebrity - Apr 8, 2026

Wi Ha Joon has shared behind-the-scenes details of the rigorous self-management he undertook to play the character Cha Woo Seok in the tvN drama 'Siren’s Kiss', his concerns as an actor, and more