Jessica & Krystal

Jessica & Krystal
Genre Variety
Presented by OnStyle
Starring Jessica Jung
Krystal Jung
Country of origin South Korea
Original language(s) Korean, English
No. of seasons 1
No. of episodes 10
Production
Producer(s) Kim Ji Wook
Location(s) Seoul, South Korea
Los Angeles, U.S
New York, U.S
Tokyo, Japan
Camera setup Multi-camera
Running time approx. 50 minutes per episode
Release
Original network OnStyle
Original release June 3, 2014 – August 5, 2014
External links
Website
Korean name
Hangul 제시카 & 크리스탈
Revised Romanization Jesika & Keuriseutal
McCune–Reischauer Chesik'a & K'ŭrisŭt'al

Jessica & Krystal is an OnStyle variety TV show starring Korean American sisters Jessica Jung, former member of Girls' Generation[1] and Krystal Jung of f(x).[2]

Background

Jessica & Krystal takes the viewers behind the scenes, to unveil Jung Soo Yeon and Jung Soo Jung's normal, everyday life as sisters and friends. The use of the pair's Korean names implies that the viewers will be seeing an up-close and personal side of the two sisters, instead of their stage appearance as Jessica & Krystal.[3][4] CJ E&M OnStyle's CP Kim Ji Wook stated, "The one-of-a-kind Jung sisters' real lifestyle will be unveiled. We ask that you show a lot of interest and anticipation for the reveal of the lovely sisters' private stories."[5]

Episodes

Episode Broadcast date Summary
01 June 3, 2014 The sisters travel to Los Angeles, California for magazine photoshoots;[6] Krystal also has a birthday surprise for Jessica. During the interview segment, the two sisters share their love of traveling and eating, they also address their "cold" image as well as getting emotional at the thought of separating from each other when either one gets married.[7][8][9] Krystal expresses her fear of attention, her preference for darker-colored clothes, and shows the viewers her rookie driving skills. Jessica discusses her habit of sleeping.
02 June 10, 2014 The two sisters have a discussion about the opposite gender and marriage.[10][11] Tiffany and Hyoyeon are invited as guests and together with Jessica, the three members of Girls' Generation discuss about negative comments that they receive from the public.[12][13] Shindong makes a surprise brief appearance as well.
03 June 17, 2014 Jessica, Tiffany and Hyoyeon continue their guest appearances.[14] Subsequently, Jessica & Krystal travel to New York for another magazine photoshoots.[15][16][17]
04 June 24, 2014 On the 2nd day of their stay in New York, Jessica & Krystal hang out with their respective friends before joining together for a picnic at Central Park. Jessica comments on the two sisters' shy nature, recalling her crying experience when she did her first camera testing. Jessica's friends remember Krystal as a crying kid who often hides behind her sister's back.[18][19][20][21] The two sisters subsequently have a dinner date before heading back to South Korea. The episode ends with the two sisters cooking and eating at home.
05 July 1, 2014 Jessica spends some time alone at home, before going out to shopping and eating with her personal stylist.[22] Meanwhile, Krystal and her f(x) bandmates film their new music video.
06 July 8, 2014 Krystal and her f(x) bandmates film their televised performance for "Red Light". Victoria and Luna are invited to the house.[23] The three f(x) members talk about their 7-year memories and life experiences as bandmates.[24] Jessica travel to Japan for Girls' Generation's tour and hang out with her stylist and Japanese friend.
07 July 15, 2014
08 July 22, 2014
09 July 29, 2014
10 August 5, 2014

Reception

Jessica & Krystal received a 4.6% online-streaming rating for its 1st episode, which is 15 times higher than the ratings for the channel's previous program at the same time-slot.[25]

References

  1. ↑ http://mwave.interest.me/enewsworld/en/article/77155/sm-makes-official-statement-on-jessica
  2. ↑ Jessica and f(x)’s Krystal to Star in New Program, ‘Cover Girl’ Soshified.com (April 2, 2014). Retrieved on June 4, 2014
  3. ↑ Jessica & Krystal Episode 1 Preview on OnStyle's Youtube Channel Youtube.com (June 1, 2014). Retrieved on June 4, 2014.
  4. ↑ The Jung Sisters, Jessica and Krystal, Unveil Their Home for Reality Show “Jessica & Krystal” Soompi.com (May 23, 2014). Retrieved on June 4, 2014.
  5. ↑ Jessica and Krystal's reality show 'Jessica&Krystal' confirms premiere date Allkpop.com (April 16, 2014). Retrieved on June 4, 2014.
  6. ↑ Jessica and Krystal provide a peek at their glamorous stay in LA in 'W Korea' pictorial Allkpop.com (May 19, 2014). Retrieved on June 11, 2014.
  7. ↑ Jessica and Krystal shed tears and talk about their complex on their reality program Allkpop.com (June 3, 2014). Retrieved on June 3, 2014.
  8. ↑ The Jung Sisters are Cry Babies in First Episode of Jessica & Krystal Soompi.com (June 4, 2014). Retrieved on June 4, 2014.
  9. ↑ Jessica & Krystal – Episode 1, “Tears of Two Sisters” Koreabizwire.com (June 7, 2014). Retrieved on June 9, 2014.
  10. ↑ Jessica Disapproves of Krystal’s Taste for “Bad Boys” Soompi.com (June 11, 2014). Retrieved on June 11, 2014.
  11. ↑ Jessica and Krystal Have Completely Opposite Ideal Types Mwave.interest.me (June 11, 2014). Retrieved on June 11, 2014.
  12. ↑ SNSD Members Talk about Receiving a Lot of Negative Comments Ph.celebrity.yahoo.com (June 11, 2014). Retrieved on June 12, 2014.
  13. ↑ SNSD Members Talk about Receiving a Lot of Negative Comments Mwave.interest.me (June 11, 2014). Retrieved on June 11, 2014.
  14. ↑ Tiffany reveals she's done romantic events close to handwritten letters before, possibly to Nichkhun? Allkpop.com (June 17, 2014). Retrieved on June 17, 2014.
  15. ↑ Jessica And Krystal Roam The Streets Of New York As They Pose For '1st Look' Magazine Kpopstarz.com (June 17, 2014). Retrieved on June 17, 2014.
  16. ↑ Jessica and Krystal Show off Their City Chic Fashion for 1st Look Soompi.com (June 17, 2014). Retrieved on June 17, 2014.
  17. ↑ Jung sisters Jessica and Krystal enjoy their time in New York City Allkpop.com (June 17, 2014). Retrieved on June 17, 2014.
  18. ↑ Sisters Jessica And Krystal Reveal They Used To Be Shy + f(x)'s Comeback Is Publicized On The Upcoming Episode Of 'Jessica & Krystal' Kpopstarz.com (June 25, 2014). Retrieved on July 2, 2014.
  19. ↑ Krystal and her first commercial filming (in Korean) Newsen.com (June 25, 2014). Retrieved on July 2, 2014.
  20. ↑ Jessica & Krystal and their friends (in Korean) Newsen.com (June 23, 2014). Retrieved on July 2, 2014.
  21. ↑ Jessica does not like to date younger men (in Korean) Newsen.com (June 24, 2014). Retrieved on July 2, 2014.
  22. ↑ Girls’ Generation’s Jessica Talks About Not Having a Private Life on “Jessica & Krystal” Soompi.com (July 2, 2014). Retrieved on August 7, 2014.
  23. ↑ f(x)'s Luna and Victoria visit Krystal on 'Jessica & Krystal' Allkpop (July 8, 2014). Retrieved on August 12, 2014.
  24. ↑ f(x)’s Victoria Thinks She’s Old and Wonders: “What Would I Be Doing If I Wasn’t A Celebrity?” Soompi (July 8, 2014). Retrieved on August 12, 2014.
  25. ↑ Jessica & Krystal rating statistic (in Chinese) 4hw.com.cn (June 4, 2014). Retrieved on June 14, 2014.

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