Yoona’S Sweet Gesture For ‘The Tyrant’S Chef’ Staff Warms Hearts

Credit: Yoona’s Instagram Girls’ Generation’s Yoona has once again touched hearts with her kindness on set. OSEN reported on April 22 that Yoona gifted high-end massagers to the entire crew of her upcoming tvN drama, The Tyrant’s Chef . The thoughtful gifts reportedly cost her around 30 million KRW (approximately $21,000 USD). What made the gesture even more special was that Yoona included handwritten letters with each gift. In her note, she wrote, “I prepared this with the hope that it will help relieve some of your fatigue so we can make it to the end together....

February 5, 2026 · 2 min · 279 words · James Pasceri

Zapzee Exclusive Interview: ‘All Of Us Are Dead’ Stars Talk About The Show’S Immense Popularity, Their On

Credit: Netflix ZAPZEE editors sat down with the All of Us Are Dead stars ( Yoon Chan Young , Park Ji Hu , Lomon and Cho Yi Hyun ) for an exclusive online interview on February 18th. All of Us Are Dead is a Netflix original series about a group of kids waiting to be rescued after a zombie virus breaks out at their high school. The show debuted on Netflix on January 28th and quickly soared to the top of the charts and stayed there for a whopping 15 days, according to Flix Patrol....

February 5, 2026 · 3 min · 440 words · Larry Radaker

‘Flex X Cop’ Review: Reason We’Re Hooked On “Flex” Investigation

Edited by Hwang Hong Sun Translated by by Kim Hoyeun Credit: SBS Flex x Cop spins the tale of a carefree and immature chaebol heir thrown into the thick of law enforcement. Adapted from the Russian TV series Silver Spoon, this series is the brainchild of The Cursed director Kim Jae Hong and My Name writer Kim Bada. Together, they’ve crafted a drama that twists the often-tiresome clichés of detective stories into a thoroughly enjoyable experience....

February 4, 2026 · 4 min · 720 words · Steven Gibb

‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ Dethrones ‘Squid Game’ As Netflix’S Most

Credit: Netflix Netflix’s animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters has officially overthrown the Squid Game series to become the streaming service’s most-watched title of all time, across all movies and series. Netflix reported that K-Pop Demon Hunters ’ cumulative viewership reached 266 million as of September 3. Two weeks earlier, it ranked third, trailing Squid Game Season 1 (265.2 million views) and Wednesday Season 1 (252.1 million views). After adding views from the week of August 25th to 31st, the film surpassed both titles, becoming Netflix’s most-watched title ever across films and series....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 262 words · Daniel Arnold

‘Queen Of Tears’ Treats Fans To Behind-The

Credit: tvN Queen of Tears surprised fans with behind-the-scenes photos on April 28th. The drama, which recently concluded its run with the highest viewership rating in tvN history, is showering its loyal audience with a glimpse into the world beyond the screen. These candid photos capture the essence of Queen of Tears – a show brought to life by a cast brimming with both playful camaraderie and unwavering professionalism....

February 4, 2026 · 1 min · 138 words · Eva Stafford

‘Reborn Rich’ Season 2 In The Works, Produced By Lee Jung Jae’S Artist Group

Credit: JTBC, VIU Artist Company and Artist Studio, both led by Lee Jung Jae , have officially kicked off planning and development for Reborn Rich Season 2, the companies announced on May 8th. The two production houses are collaborating on the highly anticipated sequel to the hit drama Reborn Rich , marking their first major joint project that combines their respective strengths. “This is a large-scale production that showcases the combined capabilities of Artist Company and Artist Studio,” they stated....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 296 words · Shirley Morgan

‘Resident Playbook’ Cast To Jet To Bali To Celebrate Ratings Bonanza

Credit: tvN The cast and crew of tvN’s weekend drama Resident Playbook are being rewarded with a group vacation following the show’s remarkable ratings success. According to Newsen, the Resident Playbook team is scheduled to depart for Indonesia later this month or in early June. A representative from the production confirmed, “Think of it as a team-building trip with the director, some of the crew, and cast members joining together....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 256 words · Jennifer Searson

‘Snl Korea’ Under Fire For Sexualized Parody Of ‘Jeongnyeon’ Character

Credit: Coupang Play SNL Korea Season 6 has landed in hot water for its parody of the popular tvN drama Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born , accused of crossing the line by sexualizing the lead character. The skit aired on October 26th on Coupang Play, featuring comedian Jung Yi Lang holding auditions for a modernized Chunhyangjeon theater production. In the skit, Ahn Young Mi appears as Jeong Nyeon from the drama, introducing herself as “Jeot Nyeon (sounds like ‘boobs in Korean’),” with a suggestive play on words....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 234 words · Edith Willemsen

‘The Judge From Hell’ Ends: Park Shin Hye Shares Heartfelt Thoughts On Her Bold Transformation

Credit: SALT Entertainment Park Shin Hye shared her heartfelt reflections following the conclusion of The Judge from Hell , which aired its final episode on the 2nd. On October 3rd, the actress’s agency, Salt Entertainment, released Park’s thoughts on playing Kang Bit Na, a demon who possesses the body of a judge, in the SBS Friday-Saturday drama. “It feels like these seven months of filming were incredibly joyful and fulfilling,” Park Shin Hye expressed....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 263 words · Forrest Gomez

‘To My Star’ Director’S New Bl Drama ‘Blueming’ Reveals Its Premiere Date And Official Teaser

Credit: NEW Blueming has announced its premiere date with its official teaser trailer and poster. To My Star director Hwang Da Seul helms the series. Blueming is a campus-based romance drama about two college boys studying film. It follows a boy named Siwon who puts a great deal of effort to keep his popularity, as he meets his new rival Daun. The upcoming series is based on a popular BL webtoon named There’s Something Wrong With My Popularity , which had hit 230,000 views on the Kakao Page....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 233 words · Marco Wadley

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Credit: Soyeon Instagram (G) I-DLE’s Jeon Soyeon shared her thoughts on the group’s contract renewal through her Instagram. On December 1st, Jeon Soyeon took to her Instagram to post, “To Neverland and everyone who loves (G) I-DLE’s music, thank you so much.” Earlier, Jeon Soyeon made a surprise announcement during her acceptance speech at the 2024 Melon Music Awards, revealing that all five (G)I-DLE members had renewed their contracts with Cube Entertainment....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 311 words · Richard Lombardo

2024’S Most Shocking Celebrity Scandals: Hyeri, Ryu Jun Yeol, Han So Hee And More

Credit: Hyeri, Ryu Jun Yeol, Han So Hee Instagram In a recent industry survey conducted by JoyNews24 from September 30th to October 8th, industry insiders were asked to weigh in on 2024’s standout dramas, films, celebrities, and headline-making moments. Among 200 participants, 99 singled out Hyeri , Ryu Jun Yeol , and Han So Hee as the year’s most shocking figures in dating and breakup scandals. The drama began last November with the end of Hyeri and Ryu Jun Yeol’s seven-year relationship, which started after they met on the set of Reply 1988 ....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 394 words · Judith Zink

2Ne1’S Park Bom Brings Back Her Signature Voice In New Drama Soundtrack ‘I Want U Back’

Credit: Park Bom’s Social Media, KBS Park Bom is kicking off the soundtrack for the new K-drama Face Me with her powerful ballad, “I Want U Back.” On Thursday, Big Ocean ENM, the entertainment company behind the drama, announced that the song will be available for streaming across all major platforms. “I Want U Back” dives deep into the emotional pain of someone who can’t shake the memory of a lost love....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 346 words · Ana Reardon

Ahn Bo Hyun Talks Potential Shirtless Scene And Friends’ Jealousy Over Working With Yoona

Credit: YouTube “Zzanbro” YoonA and Ahn Bo Hyun recently appeared on the August 4th episode of Shin Dong Yup’s YouTube show “Zzanbro,” promoting their upcoming film Pretty Crazy . YoonA revealed the two actually crossed paths in China years ago. “I was having dinner with some Chinese actors, and he just happened to be eating nearby. He heard I was there and came over to say hi—we even took a photo together,” she recalled....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 244 words · Gary Salazar

Biggest Stories From The First Half Of 2025: Kim Soo Hyun, Lee Si Young And ‘Squid Game 3’

Credit: Netflix, Kama, Newsen Truthfully, 2025 has been a rollercoaster of hot scandals by far. From Kim Soo Hyun’s jaw-dropping underage relationship allegations with the late actress Kim Sae Ron to the unexpected sex scandals involving NCT Taeil and THEBOYZ Haknyeon, everything felt like a whirlwind. If you missed out on some of the interesting news earlier this year, now is your chance to play catch-up or to see if you’re truly an insider and up-to-date with all the latest news....

February 4, 2026 · 5 min · 1008 words · Tory Britton

Blackpink Leads K

Credit: Lisa, Jennie Instagram BLACKPINK’s Lisa , Jennie , and other K-pop stars are making headlines not just for their music but also for the staggering amounts they earn through their social media accounts. According to a recent analysis, these stars are pulling in millions with just a single Instagram post. The latest “2024 Instagram Rich List,” published by British data analytics firm Hopper HQ, estimates how much celebrities around the world earn per post on Instagram....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 217 words · Jefferson Sugarman

Blackpink’S Solo Ventures: A New Chapter For The K

Credit: CJ ENM, Sony Music Korea, self-portrait, Rosé Instagram BLACKPINK is officially diving into individual careers. With Rosé ‘s recent move to The Black Label, founded by Teddy, the future paths for all four members are now set. Lisa , Jennie , and Rosé are gearing up for solo album releases later this year, while Jisoo focuses on her acting career. As the members who have set numerous records as a group now pursue solo endeavors, all eyes are on their next milestones....

February 4, 2026 · 1 min · 208 words · Martha Luster

Bts Concert Leads To Unprecedented Rise In Busan Accommodation Rates

Credit: HYBE The “BTS Effect” is hitting Busan hard, with local accommodation prices surging to astronomical levels ahead of the group’s highly anticipated concert this summer. Big Hit Music announced that BTS will kick off a massive world tour this year, performing 79 shows across 34 cities. The tour begins in April at the Goyang Sports Complex. [공지] BTS (방탄소년단) WORLD TOUR IN NORTH AMERICA & EUROPE 예매 안내 (+ENG) 🔗 https://t....

February 4, 2026 · 1 min · 84 words · Margret Bland

Bts’ Jin Taps Shin Se Kyung For Cinematic ‘Don’T Say You Love Me’ Music Video

Credit: Big Hit Music, Shin Se Kyung Instagram Jin is set to express the irony of love too difficult to let go through his upcoming title track music video. At midnight on May 13th KST, the BTS member released the music video poster for “Don’t Say You Love Me,” the title track from his second mini-album Echo via the group’s official social media accounts. The poster captures a couple standing at the precipice of their relationship, with captions like “misaligned gazes and tangled hearts” and “our bittersweet story....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 266 words · Erin Fisher

Bts’S Jin Returns To Army Unit, Keeps Promise To Visit Former Comrades

Credit: Billboard BTS’s Jin , who was affectionately dubbed a “god” during his military service, recently made a surprise visit to his former army unit, keeping a promise he made to his fellow soldiers. On August 22nd, photos of Jin’s visit circulated on various online communities. The images show Jin casually dressed in a loose white T-shirt and black cap, surrounded by his former comrades as they posed for pictures together....

February 4, 2026 · 2 min · 272 words · Carissa Johnson