Korea’s iconic K-pop group Big Bang will be coming to Hawaii for its VIP tour on Oct. 22 at the Neil Blaisdell Center. The Honolulu show is the only North American event scheduled so far. To date, there have been 21 shows in China, four in Hong Kong, two in Macao, two in Taipei and one in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. More shows were scheduled in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Saturday), Singapore (today) and Bangkok (Oct. 29-30). Unlike traditional concerts, the “2016 BIGBANG MADE [V.I.P] Tour” offers fans an interactive and unforgettable “fan meeting” experience with live engagements, games and a mini concert. Promoter Live Nation said the main difference between the fan meeting and a concert is that fans are able to see a more natural and mischievous Big Bang that isn’t seen during a full concert.
During the fan meeting session, band members are more relaxed and will joke around “as they don’t need to show ‘charismatic’ Big Bang while they play games,” according to Live Nation. Also, five lucky fans could get a chance to play games onstage with Big Bang members.
There are three ticket tiers for this event: $219, $189 and $149. Both $219 and $189 tiers are sold out, but the $149 tickets are still available on ticketmaster.com. For more information, visit facebook.com/bigbang or facebook.com/livenation.kpop.
G Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung and Seungri will be present at the “2016 BIGBANG MADE [V.I.P] Tour” in Honolulu. T.O.P, who was not going to be part of the Hawaii performance due to a scheduling conflict, will now be appearing in Honolulu.
This week’s synopses
“She Was Pretty”
Episodes 7 and 8
Today, 6:30 p.m.: Hye-jin and Sung-joon end up going on a business trip together when Joon-woo and Han-sul’s plan backfires. Ha-ri is bothered by the fact that Hye-jin and Sung-joon are alone together, and so is Shin-hyuk. Hye-jin and Sung-joon are faced with an unexpected event on the trip.
Today, 7:45 p.m.: Sung-joon tells himself he must not do anything to make Ha-ri worry and tries to stop his feelings toward Hye-jin. Shin-hyuk drills Sung-joon about how much he knows about his girlfriend. Shin-hyuk drops a bomb on Sung-joon, saying he has feelings for Hye-jin. Hye-jin wonders who has stolen Ha-ri’s heart.
“Scarlet Heart”
Episodes 3 and 4
Monday, 7:45 p.m.: Wang So loses the assassin because of Hae Soo. Hae Soo is at a loss of what to do at seeing Wang So’s fury. She is comforted by Wang Wook’s intervention. Wang So suspects the Queen and 3rd Prince Wang Yo, as the instigators behind 1st Crown Prince Mu’s attempted assassination.
Tuesday, 7:45 p.m.: Hae Soo gets whipped by Princess Yeon-hwa in Chae-ryung’s stead. The princes are worried for Hae Soo as they watch the whipping unfold. At that moment, Wang So appears and rescues Hae Soo. Meanwhile, Wang Wook loses his mind and rushes over to Hae Soo being whipped.
“Don’t Dare to Dream”
Episodes 7 and 8
Wednesday, 7:45 p.m.: Hwa-shin gets thrown out of the house after his brother’s funeral and ends up staying at the TV station. Na-ri takes on a morning show and stays at the station as well. Na-ri is bothered by the fact that Hwa-shin hasn’t been diligent in getting his radiation treatments. Hwa-shin treats her rather abrasively over the video of the hospital room and suggests that she date Jung-won.
Thursday, 7:45 p.m.: Na-ri and Jung-won start their relationship through Hwa-shin. Hwa-shin is able to get his radiation treatment discreetly with Na-ri’s help. Rumors that Na-ri and Hwa-shin are dating start to spread in the news department.
“Second to Last Love”
Episodes 12 and 13
Friday, 7:45 p.m.: Min-joo confronts Sang-shik about the bracelet and he is unable to tell her the truth. Min-joo finds it odd that he can’t answer her. Sang-shik’s suspicion grows at seeing Shin Seok-gi and Han Jeong-shik’s frequent meetings as the deadline for the drama bid nears.
Saturday, 7:45 p.m.: The past incident is not enough to deter Min-joo and Sang-shik’s feelings for each other. But Sang-shik casts aside his feelings for Min-joo, unable to forgive himself. Mi-rye is surprised at how happy she is to see Joon-woo return from his trip.
Jeff Chung is general manager of KBFD TV, which televises Korean dramas with English subtitles. Reach him at 521-8066 or jeffchung@kbfd.com.
