Unpretty Rapstar Season 1: Where Are They Now?

When Mnet announced the adaptation of Show Me the Money in a female rapper form, many (myself included) were skeptical. And while the success of the sh…

Unpretty Rapstar 3, Ep. 1-4: Jeon Soyeon Leads a Crowded Field of Contenders

Unpretty Rapstar Volume 3 is well underway and while it’s certainly not as entertaining as the show’s first season in terms of the drama, it’s certain…

Rough Translation: Unpretty Rapstar 3 “She’s Coming” [English Lyrics]

The third season of Unpretty Rapstar has begun and it’s off to a fine start. Unlike the show’s first season, we have an interesting cast of mostly idol…

Epic Rap Battles of K-pop: Best of Unpretty Rapstar, Season 1

With Unpretty Rapstar's third season underway, it's a good time to reflect on the show's inaugural season and see what it was that made it so special. …

KNTM: This is Not a Competition

When Jessi said, "This is a competition." in Unpretty Rapstar, it made waves in Korean media because of the forwardness of her statement. While it migh…

Unpretty Rapstar 2, Ep. 7-10: Success or Mess?

When Unpretty Rapstar first aired, nobody predicted its exploding popularity. Barely known names became celebrities in their own right while uplifting …

Unpretty Rapstar 2, Ep. 4-6: Getting Off Track

There's an old saying in show business that goes, "The show MUST go on!" Whether half of the cast gets sick or a tornado hits, in entertainment, there …

Unpretty Rapstar 2, Ep. 1-3: Copy, Cut, and Paste

Guess what? Unpretty Rapstar is back! Fans rejoiced over news of a second season, eagerly anticipating who would be cast. Of course, it's not an Mnet s…

Roundtable: Are Hip Hop Competitions Here to Stay?

It's always great to have the opportunity to interact with writers from fellow sites, and even more so to have a prolonged discussion with them about a…

Unpretty Rumors and Censorship Rules

We give our opinions on various things: videos, K-dramas, albums, news, etc. In the age of social media, fans have utilized a plethora of platforms to …